Money and finances continue to be an incredibly challenging and vulnerable topic for couples to explore, especially when there’s conflict around shared finances

Money matters are often cited as a leading cause of conflict in relationships, and for good reason. Beyond the numbers, financial distress or disagreements about money management tap into deeply personal emotional and psychological dynamics that can strain even the strongest bonds.

Conversations about money are rarely just about money. They're about trust, control, security, freedom, and deeply ingrained beliefs formed by our individual histories. Erin’s approach to couples therapy delves into these underlying emotional currents, helping you unpack the unspoken fears, unacknowledged needs, and attachment patterns that money conflicts often trigger.

Common themes in therapy for financial conflict and distress

 

Exploring internalized beliefs and fears around money

Identifying value systems around money and financial structures

Exploring the nature of Neurodivergent thinking or mixed-neurotype dynamics on financial harmony or distress

Unclear roles or resentment around financial managemenT

Reducing defensiveness and shame in money conversations

Identifying shared goals and desires for financial wellbeing

Feeling criticized, judged, or looked down upon for past or current money-related behaviors

Building trust or improving teamwork around shared money management

Exploring family of origin or childhood experiences related to money