Let’s skip the formalities for a second—I want to start by being honest with you. I know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed by money. I’ve been buried in debt, hit with garnishments, and struggled with compulsive spending. There were times when I felt like I’d never get it together. Sound familiar?

What changed everything for me was Financial Therapy. For the first time, I began to understand the deep internal connection between my emotions and my finances. The concepts introduced in Financial Therapy helped me realize that my financial behaviors were rooted in a deep-seated insecurity of not feeling “enough.” In other words, my insecurities were reflected in my bank account and dictated the way I handled money.  

It wasn’t until I started unpacking and challenging those negative thoughts that I began to transform my financial behaviors—and, ultimately, my financial well-being.

Now, a little about me: I’m a servant, wife, mom, social worker, leader, professor, and Financial Therapist. I created The Financial Spa because I’m passionate about helping people bridge the gap between money and emotional well-being in a holistic and transformative way. If credentials matter to you, I’ve got those too. I hold a Doctorate in Social Work from Howard University, a Master’s in Social Work from Radford University, and a Bachelor’s in Sociology from Roanoke College. I’m also a Certified Financial Therapist with a Certificate in Financial Social Work.

But the truth is, my degrees didn’t teach me how to overcome financial trauma. It was through my own journey of economic struggle, self-reflection, financial education, and healing that I learned how deeply our emotions and experiences shape our financial choices. That’s why I believe Financial Therapy is so powerful—it’s often the missing piece to creating real, lasting change in your financial life.

Let’s work together to explore the emotions that could be influencing your thoughts and driving your behaviors. Don’t let financial fear, anxiety, or shame hold you back any longer. Today marks the beginning of your holistic financial well-being journey. Are you ready to take the first step?

Let’s get started!