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YNAB Certified Coach Directory

YNAB Certified Coaches have completed an intensive training program and are able to coach you on all of the ins and outs of using YNAB along with additional steps to help get your finances on track.
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Hal Prather

Sharpsburg, Georgia, United States
Your Profit Pro
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I help those struggling with inaction or lack of clarity build trust in themselves and a proven process. Whether you are an individual, family, or small business, my aim is for you to see your life in financial form and with that view in place have more purpose, intention, and impact.

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Couples
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Cortney Kaveh

McMinnville, Oregon, United States
Northwest Money Coaching LLC
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Hi, I'm Cortney! I'm a money coach specializing in personal & small business finances. I also love working with those with ADHD and those looking to improve money tension in their marriage. I help you identify and prioritize your many financial goals, and from there we make a clear roadmap.

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Couples
Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Kristin McGlothlin

She/Her
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Fiscal Bliss Financial Coaching
Remote
Meetings

Budgeting helped me navigate many life challenges such as income changes, divorce, becoming a single mom, and leaving my career as a nurse. My passion is helping healthcare workers make their paychecks work for them, not the other way around.

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Noreen Keesey

She/Her
Bismarck, North Dakota, United States
Thresholds, LLC
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Financial wellbeing is within your grasp, even if you think you aren't good with money. I'd love to help you find clarity, confidence, and calm with your cash. It can be hard to take the first steps when it feels overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone!

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Em Lowing

they/them
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Root to Crown
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

My approach to money planning starts with empathy, and patience. The financial unknown can be scary, and I’m here to shed gentle light on a path forward. Spending choices reflect our values; my goal is to help you regain peace of mind and live in fulfilling alignment with your priorities.

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Retirees
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Valeria Gary

She/Her
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
The Welcome Consulting Company
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

As a Speech-Language Pathologist, I empower others to achieve their dreams through empathetic, research-backed coaching. Guiding healthcare professionals to thrive on a modest salary is my main specialty. Drawing from my expertise in behavior change coaching, I excel at coaching daily behaviors that pave the way to your financial goals.

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Terri Hughes

She/Her
Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Budget Harmony
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Hi! I’m inspired to teach others that having a budget is the framework for the life they want to live. Financial peace and priorities can coexist in harmony. As a budget coach, I can help you take the first steps to financial peace without sacrificing the fun in life!

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Couples
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Christine MacLaren

Winston Salem, North Carolina, United States
Breathe Again Budgets
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Christine is a Human Resources Manager by trade, but has a passion for YNAB and making dollars work for any situation. She provides personalized, budget-friendly coaching, within a judgment free zone.

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Retirees
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Janine Adams

She/her
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Peace of Mind Spending
Remote
Meetings

YNAB changed my life and I'd love to help it change yours too. I can help you figure out your priorities so you can make choices around your money based on what's important to you. And I can help you get comfortable with the YNAB software as well.

Focus Areas
Retirees
Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Dawn Koplitz

She/Her
Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, United States
Sign of Money
English, ASL
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I'm excited to show everyone the positive changes YNAB can make in their life! Very few adults received any financial education. I can teach you financial terminology and how to manage your YNAB budget(s). You can achieve the feeling of, "I can do this!" surrounding your finances.

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Hayley Brown

she/her/hers
Athens, Georgia, USA
Hello Wealth
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

If you're in a shame-spiral about your money, I promise you, I've been there. My extensive experience in "learning the hard way" (thank you, ADHD) helps me connect with overwhelmed clients and move them towards clarity. I especially love working with fellow creatives on how to handle inconsistent income.

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Couples
Variable Income
College Grads
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Aoife Gaffney

Ireland
Prudence Moneypenny Coaching
Remote
Meetings

I can show you how to create and stick with a flexible personal money plan that changes with your needs, values, goals and priorities. Your plan will be unique and custom for you, your family and your business. Start today and build powerful life-changing habits.

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Couples
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Litsa DeJulio

she/her/hers
Connecticut, United States
LD Coaching LLC
Remote
Meetings

I help single adults manage their time, money and energy. Through my signature 1:1 coaching program, Cashflow Confidence, we build a flexible, values-based budget that supports your real life — not someone else’s. Together, we simplify your finances and make space for the life you actually want to live.

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Ryan Page

Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Backpocket CPA
Remote
Meetings

I help entrepreneurs organize their finances through outsourced CFO services, cleaning and maintaining bookkeeping, and budget coaching. Let’s chat and see if we’re a good fit!

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Couples
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Louise Love

She/Her
San Francisco, California, United States
Louise Love Coaching
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I'm an ICF-credentialed transformational life coach and YNAB enthusiast. With a passion for personal finance and years of YNAB experience, I'm here to guide you in mastering your money management skills. Let's embark on a journey towards financial empowerment and a healthier relationship with your spending!

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Retirees
Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Beth Williams

Gainesville, Georgia, United States
New Hope Budget Counseling
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

As a retired educator of 32 years, I have a passion for teaching. I want you to be debt free and in control of your budget, just like I am! I’m a single mom so I know how stressful and bleak finances can be, but I also know that YNAB and coaching can change that for you.

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Loyd McGuire

Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Remote
Meetings

Are you ready have a plan for your paycheck? I'm here to help you create a personalized system to manage your money in a way that fits your life. I will guide you to financial wellness, so that you can enjoy the peace and security that come with it.

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Couples
Variable Income
College Grads
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Joy Schell

She/Her/Hers
Grand Isle, Vermont
Supportive Solutions, LLC
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

YNAB changed how I manage money — now I help others do the same. As a Certified YNAB Coach, I work with individuals and couples to create realistic spending plans, reduce financial stress, and build the clarity and confidence needed to reach their goals.

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Couples
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Maggie Weinreb

She/Her
Tarrytown, New York, United States
Technically Maggie
Remote
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Maggie is an advocate for mental health and a former math teacher. She has a goal to support people's mental health by helping create systems, such as a solid budget! Most importantly, Maggie's life revolves around her dog, Zoey.

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Nancy Abramowitz

She/Her
Hartford, Connecticut, United States
The Budget Brain
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Hello! I firmly believe that YNAB can help you love the way you use your money, and I’d be thrilled to help you feel confident about your spending plan. I enjoy setting up first-time budgets as well as troubleshooting existing budgets. I especially love working with neurodivergent folks (like me!)

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Couples
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Chris Harcksen-Lucero

She/Her
Turlock, California, United States
Beyond the Number$
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Wearing two hats, fight paramedic & financial coach, I have seen how quickly life can change. I help other first responders and frontline workers build financial resiliency so they can reduce stress and live their best life. I'm ready to help you too.

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Couples
Variable Income
Life Transitions
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Miriam Gibson

She/Her
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Agile Budgeting
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Life is full of changes and your budget should change alongside it! Create a flexible money plan that supports your changing needs and priorities. Build habits that support awareness around money. I offer a wide range of sessions including initial set up, quick YNAB refreshers and extended YNAB deep dives.

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Anita Dombovari

Denver, Colorado, United States
High Level Coaching
Remote
Meetings

You make good money—but it still disappears fast. I help individuals and small business owners (yes, even with variable income!) take control of their spending, break the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, and use YNAB to start saving for what really matters—like a home, a vacation, or just breathing room.

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Kim Fisher

Virginia, United States
Wealth Building with Kim
Remote
Meetings

Learn how to easily set up and use YNAB so it works for you—even if you’ve felt lost or stuck before. I’ll guide you through creating a budget that fits your real life, and mapping out your Dream Life Spending Plan so your money finally supports the life you want.

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Variable Income
Small Business Owners
Life Transitions
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Jeff Merrell

He/Him
Sandy, Utah, United States
Wise Money Mentor
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

You crave greater clarity, control, and confidence with your finances, and I know how to help you get there. Want proof? Check out the video testimonials on my website to hear about my impact on clients, and try out coaching for yourself – the first session is free (1 hr)!

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Couples
Variable Income
Life Transitions
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Krish Anders

She/Her
Fort Collins, Colorado, USA
Pen Your Path
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I want you to feel empowered to take control of your finances! Budgeting is about freedom not denying yourself. As a YNAB certified budget coach and Accredited Financial Counselor® (AFC®), I can guide you to the clarity necessary to build your confidence around money—without shame, guilt, or restriction.

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Annette Althuizen

Remote
Meetings

Want to get a grip on your money? Look no further. Working 33 years in the Wealth Management Industry has me uniquely placed to help you craft your own financial path. Please reach out if you resonate with my background and/or my time zone availability (GMT +8).

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Couples
Retirees
Life Transitions
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Kristina Letendre

Charles Town, West Virginia, United States
Beyond Budgeting Solutions
Remote
Meetings

As a YNAB coach, I love empowering people to take control of their finances and achieve their goals. Seeing the transformation as they shift from financial stress to confidence is incredibly rewarding. By teaching effective budgeting techniques and offering personalized support, I help clients build a healthier relationship with money.

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Couples
Variable Income
College Grads
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Heather Emerick

She/Her
Vienna, Virginia, United States
DiploBudgets
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Heather is an experienced YNAB coach with the expertise to help you create a budget that suits your unique financial goals. Her mission is to provide you with the support and knowledge you need to take control of your money and live the life you truly want. Let’s get started!

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
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Marin Laukka

She/Her
Twin Cities, Minnesota, United States
Yes&, LLC | Joyful BudgetingTM
Remote
Meetings

I support individuals experiencing sudden wealth and the emotional whiplash that comes with it. Using psychology and practical tools, we build a values-based cash flow system you actually like using, so money stops feeling stressful or secret and starts supporting the life you want next.

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Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Leyda Cordova

She/Her/Hers
Cary, North Carolina, United States
Cherry Blossoms LLC
English, Tagalog, Cebuano
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Let me help you build a plan that's practical, empowering, and yours. Through YNAB coaching, you’ll gain clarity, peace of mind, and control over your finances. Together, we’ll create a spending plan that supports your goals, reduces stress, and helps you live a more intentional, fulfilling, and energized life.

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Couples
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Tyler Smith

Lehi, Utah, United States
Tyler Smith Consulting LLC
Remote
Meetings

Still feel like you're doing YNAB wrong? You're not alone. I help high earners who've tried YNAB but still feel stuck. Book a free session to experience personalized support and finally make YNAB click with a setup that delivers clarity, confidence, and momentum.

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Amanda Brink

Orlando, Florida
Mindful Money Studio
Remote
Meetings

I help people create flexible money plans without strict rules or rigid guidelines. My passion is helping high-achieving individuals and entrepreneurs create a money plan they love—one that lowers their stress and anxiety around money and offers them flexibility and choices in how they spend their money.

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Life Transitions
Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Nick Kaylor

He/Him
McKinney, Texas, United States
Budget Better LLC
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Nick, a husband and dad to 3 young kids, coaches software teams by day and budgeters by night (and weekends). Life evolves and so should our budgets. Nick’s goal is to make asking for help No Big Deal as people figure out budgeting with YNAB and their financial priorities.

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Couples
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Andrew Parks

St Charles, Illinois, United States
Momentum Strategic Advisors
Remote
Meetings

Managing small business finances shouldn't be stressful (or done alone!) I help solo entrepreneurs, small teams and non-profits align their cash plan with the organization's purpose. I'll bring my experience in business, NFPs, and accounting, and together, we'll build financial clarity and confidence for your org.

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Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Spencer Lutvak

New York, New York, United States
Budget with Spencer
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Spencer is the only YNAB Certified Coach who worked at YNAB. He left Support to become a coach so he knows the software inside and out. He works with all budgeters, whether brand-new or seasoned vets. Reach out to him to gain more confidence and clarity with your money!

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Couples
Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Coyote Jackson

California, United States
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Coyote is a deeply experienced transformational coach and Buddhist teacher. We will work not just with your financial situation but will move you through whatever difficulties come up in any area of life, helping you rediscover joy in life and clarity in what you want.

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Kristen Donnellan

Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Kristen Donnellan Coaching
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

YNAB helped me to leave my day job so I could be a stay at home mom 9 years ago. Now I'm a Catholic budgeting and mindset coach as well as a mom of 4 littles. I love helping families take control of their finances and live life on purpose!

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Couples
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Shabbar Kassam

London, UK
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I'm a firm believer that money stresses and worries come from a lack of clarity and intention in the way we approach money. Whatever your level of wealth, a budget that works for you, giving you clear direction on your finances can propel you to new heights.

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Couples
Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Rachelle Siebke

She/Her
Illinois, United States
Rachelle Siebke, Money Coach
Remote
Meetings

I help life coaches and solopreneurs who want to be smart with their money. They have enough to meet their needs but want someone to show them exactly how to take more money home and feel confident in their financial decisions. I help them get what they want.

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Variable Income
Small Business Owners
Life Transitions
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Emily Meoz

She/Her/Hers
Portland, Oregon, United States
You Need A Family Budget Coach
Remote
Meetings

Every family is unique. And what you do with your money is, too! I can help you take control and create a spending plan that works for your family (however you define family!) YNAB has made a huge difference for my family. I'm excited to help you and yours!

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Couples
Variable Income
Life Transitions
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Brandon Olivares

Johnstown, Pennsylvania, USA
Possible Promise Financial
Remote
Meetings

My mission is to redefine the way you think about money. I believe YNAB can be transformative for anyone who truly understands and lives the principles behind the software. I'd love to help you discover how YNAB can change your relationship with money for the better.

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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AJ Frenzel

St. Paul, Minnesota, United States
MoneyDoula Coaching
Remote
Meetings

Coach, hand holder, real human person.

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Emily Robertson

She/Her/Hers
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Studio Robertson
Remote
Meetings

I can help you find confidence and clarity with your money and do more with the money you have today. I’m a pro at figuring out how to bring a plan for your money into your everyday life — while you feel supported every step of the way.

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Variable Income
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Wave Melen

She/They
Eugene, Oregon, United States
Financial Coaching with Wave
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I am your sparkly best friend here for your Epic Adventure of money mastery. I help curious and values-driven folx stop the money spiral, get organized, and build self-trust. 7+ years of coaching with zero shame and maximum heart. No judgement. No boring lectures. Let's create your best freakin' life!

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Couples
Small Business Owners
Life Transitions
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Carey Northington

Dayton, Ohio, United States
One Master Ministries
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

Carey & Andrea are a husband/wife team that have worked with dozens of individuals & couples & seen lots of success. Read their stories: https://onemaster.org/stories If you’ve never budgeted or tried numerous times to budget and nothing has worked, we can help! Our goals: alleviate stress and create a budget that really works.

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Couples
Life Transitions
College Grads
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Laurie Dunne

She/Her
Portland, Oregon, United States
My Evolving Wealth
Remote & In-Person
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Everyone deserves to thrive—not just survive—financially. I combine emotional clarity with the practical power of YNAB to help you align your spending with your goals and values. My step-by-step approach brings structure, insight, and support so every financial decision moves you closer to the life you truly want.

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Retirees
Life Transitions
Small Business Owners
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Ashley Wong

She/Her/Hers
Kingston, Washington, USA
Madrona Money
Remote & In-Person
Meetings

I'm a YNAB Certified Coach and corporate attorney who helps people align their money with their values. I work with individuals and small business owners to create clear, intentional financial systems that reduce stress and build confidence - so every dollar becomes a step toward a life they truly love.

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Couples
Variable Income
Small Business Owners
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Matt Lenhart

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Matt Lenhart Coaching
Remote
Meetings

I help individuals and families who are new to budgeting get started with YNAB and ensure their spending habits match their priorities. As an experienced software coach, I hope to make learning app-based personal finance simple and straightforward.

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Couples
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