For nonprofits and government

Empowering Communities Through Thoughtful, Background-Centric Financial Education

I believe that financial education should honor the whole person—their values, their pace, and their unique circumstances.

My Foundation: Two Decades in Nonprofit Housing

My own journey in financial empowerment began when I was trying to figure out my financial path while discovering how much traditional financial advice fails many who need and want it most. I continued to witness how financial approaches that do not incorporate the person implementing the plan can leave them feeling more confused and discouraged than empowered.

I’ve worked with families whose financial worlds were crumbling, as well as those who were doing well but knew they could be doing so much better. None of them could Google or AI their way to an optimal solution. Personally, I tried to fit into various popular financial models and beliefs while working to get out of debt and learning to consistently save. Nothing worked until I tweaked their processes and incorporated self-development, which none of the gurus were teaching at the time. I wouldn’t have been able to make such crucial adjustments without my professional background in housing and finance. My success, and later that of my clients, has proven that financial education isn't just about numbers and budgets—it's about self-awareness and rebuilding financial confidence from the ground up.

Through my experience in housing and financial services, I learned that:

• Financial decisions are deeply personal and emotional, not just mathematical

• People facing financial crisis need both practical solutions and emotional support

• Shame and fear around money can paralyze good decision-making

• People need time and space to process major financial choices, even during emergencies

• Cultural background, family dynamics, and past experiences all influence financial behavior

• True financial empowerment comes from helping people trust their own wisdom, not just follow expert advice

• Sustainable change happens when we honor people's natural decision-making processes

• Resilience and resourcefulness already exist within communities—our job is to help people access and build upon these strengths

My Unique Approach to Financial Education

Trauma-Informed and Background Centric: I understand that many participants come with financial wounds from past experiences, systemic barriers, or simple lack of awareness. My approach creates psychological safety while building financial capability.

Deliberate and Thoughtful: Rather than rushing through curriculum, I create space for participants to process information at their own pace, ask questions, and make decisions that truly align with their values and circumstances.

Flexible and Adaptive: I recognize that life circumstances change, and financial strategies must be flexible enough to evolve with people's needs. I teach adaptable principles rather than rigid rules.

Resilience-Based Approach: My decades of working with clients have taught me that everyone has incredible strength and resourcefulness within them. I help participants recognize and build upon the resilience they've already demonstrated, rather than focusing on deficits or failures.

Holistic and Empowering: I address the emotional, relational, and practical aspects of money, helping participants reclaim their personal power and financial authority.

What I Bring to Your Organization

Crisis-Tested Experience: My experience includes working through some of the most challenging financial periods in recent history. I've helped myself and other families rebuild after financial devastation, and find pathways forward even when options seemed impossible.

Deep Community Understanding: My background in nonprofit housing gives me insight into the real challenges your participants face—from credit issues to irregular income, from family financial pressures to navigating complex financial systems. I understand what it's like to deliver difficult news while maintaining hope.

Adaptable Approach: I understand that financial wellness looks different across cultures and communities. I adapt my teaching style to honor core values, traditions, and decision-making processes.

Trauma-Informed Expertise: I create safe, supportive learning environments where participants can explore their money stories without judgment and build new financial narratives from a place of strength.

Practical Application Skills: I help participants not just understand concepts, but actually implement strategies that work for them.

Collaborative Partnership: I work with your team to ensure the personalized elements of my work are integrated with your financial education curriculum and goals.Take a minute to write an introduction that is short, sweet, and to the point.