YNAB Certified Coach Directory

Stephanie Berman
Stephanie Berman is a money coach specializing in helping neurodivergents achieve financial freedom through budgeting basics. Diagnosed with ADHD and autism, she understands overwhelm and impulsive spending. Drawing from her journey to debt-free living and master training, she guides clients from overwhelm to "Oh, I get it!".
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Jeni Hall
I have zero judgment and a whole lot of understanding when it comes to debt and your money story. I will help you change your relationship with your money. If you're ready to do the work, I am here to support you every step of the way.

Kristen Donnellan
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!

Christine Osterwalder
I help clients strengthen their financial wellness by confidently preparing for what’s next in their lives, like: • Starting a new job • Buying a house or car • Going on sabbatical or a “bucket list” trip • Divorce or starting a new relationship • Preparing to retire

Chris Harcksen-Lucero
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.

Mark Mastalski
It’s not budgeting – it’s taking control of your money and your life. I am an independent educational consultant and help students and their families navigate the complexities around post-secondary education (college). Learn more about me at mastalskicoaching.com.
John Verin
My holistic approach serves body, mind and spirit with Integral coaching, Zen meditation, qigong and deep relationship with nature. I am certified by Integral Coaching Canada, trained in Zen for 20 years, and as an ecological horticulturist also provide coaching for climate change stress.
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Miriam Pérez
As a self-employed writer and activist who has been using YNAB since 2013, I know that fully understanding your finances gives you the best shot at living your best life. (Hint: It's all about prioritizing!) Because I care about accessibility, I offer sliding scale pricing.

Brett Schaffner
Specializing in budget setup and debt reduction. Discover personalized coaching that transforms financial chaos into order and stress into freedom, all through a guilt-free, judgment-free approach that prioritizes your goals.

Aoife Gaffney
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.

Michael Reynolds
I'm a CFP® and I own an independent financial advisory firm. I'm also a financial blogger and podcaster. I love sushi, Star Trek, and spending time with my family.

Tyler Smith
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.

Jeff Merrell
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)!

Jan Tell
Jan Tell is a retired Integration Specialist, with an interest in innovative educational opportunities. Discovering the creative company of YNAB in 2017, she joined the beta group of coaching in 2021 which made her a certified YNAB coach.

Donna Ferris
I help individuals and couples find freedom, clarity and peace with their money. With years of hands-on bookkeeping and business tax experience working closely with small business owners, I bring real-world financial expertise to every session — no judgment, no rigid plans, just a budget built around your real life.

Diamond Towns
Let's create a return on investment of time and energy— building financial security! If you're motivated by the pursuit of financial freedom and early retirement, my goal is to help you design a strategic plan for your financial future, granting you the time to enjoy life on your own terms.

Rachelle Siebke
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.

Scott Stillman
From Budgeting and Investments to Insurance and Planning; Scott owns a Financial Planning practice, where he helps you fight off pirates and weather storms in your financial life.

Noreen Keesey
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!

Nathaniel (Nate) Beam
I’m a soul-centered budget coach guiding individuals to experience money as a source of stability, empowerment, and purpose. Through a grounded yet intuitive approach, I help clients align their financial lives with their deepest values—transforming budgeting into an intentional, liberating practice that supports both practical freedom and spiritual growth.

Michelle Anderson
I am a full-time policy wonk that is a YNAB coach on the side simply because I am such a fan of the method. I love helping people reach a moment in their financial journey where they are able to spend their money, stress and shame free!

Andrea Liebross
Andrea is the big-thinking expert for high-achieving women entrepreneurs. She’s helped thousands of bold, ambitious women make the shift from thinking small and feeling overwhelmed in business and life to getting the clarity, confidence, and freedom they crave. She authored bestseller She Thinks Big and hosts She Thinks Big podcast.

Joe Ahrens
Unlock your full potential with Joe, a passionate educator and dedicated YNAB user since 2014. With over 30 years of teaching and coaching experience, he shares practical insights to help you manage your money effectively. Discover personalized guidance that encourages you to take charge of your money today!

Jennifer "Jenna" Cropper
Financial coach and CPA using YNAB to help individuals and families reduce stress, improve cash flow awareness, and make more confident financial decisions.

Kara Monroe
Financial wellness is a lifelong journey and I hope to be your partner in that journey. Using YNAB as a tool, we'll alleviate money anxiety, develop financial habits, and get on a path to a life filled with joy.

Dawn Koplitz
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.

Matt Lenhart
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.

Boris Steiner
Are you ready to discover financial agility? As a a self-employed, certified Co-Active Coach with a background in agile product development, I know the challenges around that in and out! I will help to create your budget, be clear about your priorities and adapt to whatever comes your way financially.

Nika Anwell
As a coach with backgrounds in counseling, evaluation, education, and financial coaching, Nika helps clients uncover the patterns behind their challenges and build systems and a budget that support the life they want.

Anita Dombovari
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.

Kim Fisher
Have you tried budgeting before but still feel behind financially? I help women set up YNAB in a simple, realistic way that fits real life. Together, we'll reduce the overwhelm, clarify your priorities, and create a spending plan that helps you feel calmer and more confident with money.
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Corbin Walls
I help students, early-career professionals, and young couples build calm, confident money habits using the YNAB method. My coaching focuses on clear structure, accountability, and sustainable budgeting practices—without shame or judgment—so clients can reduce stress, gain control, and feel confident navigating financial transitions.

Ryan Wheeler
Small Business owner and busy father of 3. I prioritize health and wellness and want to see everyone improve their financial fitness. I currently work with 500+ small business owners who are also in the fitness industry. My goal is to help coach you towards your goals!

Jen Fuhler
Money is all about storytelling. Using my experience as a college English and literature professor, I designed a low-cost asynchronous coaching course that applies a literary lens to personal finance and budgeting. My 1:1 Story Session is limited to my "Story & Spreadsheet" course clients in a flipped coaching design model.
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Brandi Jo Delony
I help service-based business owners, their families, and others manage their business and personal finances. I offer bookkeeping services utilizing QuickBooks Online and cash flow management services using YNAB. My goal is to make the numbers easier, so you can keep your business thriving and your personal finances on track.

Carey Northington
Carey & Andrea are a husband-and-wife team who’ve helped 100+ individuals and couples succeed with budgeting. They have a compassionate, non-judgmental, and practical approach. Whether you’re new to budgeting, stuck, or want to maximize YNAB, we can help. Read client stories: https://onemaster.org/stories

John Farrar
We help with financial coaching, money management, and small business budgeting. Mindsets impact more than math, but good strategies help. We help you set up YNAB to achieve stability and optimize your plan to meet your goals. Good financial planning isn't restrictive; it is agile.

Laura Brinks
Hi! I'm Laura. I'm a teacher by profession, and have coached in a professional capacity for several years (teaching and supporting other teachers). I love to help people grasp concepts that I'm passionate about and understand well. I became YNAB certified in 2024 and hope to help others here, too.

Emily Rhodes
As a coach, I'm here to support you in getting good at money. We’ll explore what success looks like for you and take each step together to get you there. My focus is helping build confidence in your ability to align spending with the life you want to live.

Kathryn Hanna
My passion is helping young professionals align their money with what matters most (10 years of using YNAB has shown me the impact this can have!). As a CPA and CFP®, I help people gain confidence and control over their cash flow, plan for taxes, and spend on what brings them joy, without guilt.

Anita O’Neal
As a Certified Financial Planner® and CPA, I make budgets simple for small business owners. I turn complicated numbers into clear steps you can follow. With 15 years of experience, I'll help you develop simple, effective financial habits that benefit both your personal wallet and your business accounts.

Valeria Gary
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.

Kristin Economos
Hi there! I'm a leadership educator with 15 years of experience working with college graduates and early career professionals. I own and operate "The Life Skills Launch," a small business that equips people with tangible skills for the launch to adulthood. I'd love to work with you!

Sareeta Lopez
Sareeta is a queer, neurodivergent trauma-informed financial coach, certified through the Trauma of Money program in addition to YNAB. Natural communicator and masterful teacher, Sareeta’s insights come from both professional teacher training and personal lived experience.

Anna Diemer
Need to wrap your brain around budgeting or get a handle on your music studio's finances? I'm a queer & neurodivergent professional singer and voice teacher here to help fellow members of the LGBTQ+ community, creatives, and small business owners learn to budget.

Terri Hughes
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!

Kristina Letendre
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.

Theresa Bartelle
I help women organize their money, eliminate financial chaos, and gain clarity with a simple, sustainable plan. As a Certified Financial Coach and Certified YNAB Coach, I provide practical, judgment-free guidance so you can take control and build lasting financial peace.

Miriam Gibson
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.

Krish Anders
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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