YNAB Certified Coach Directory

Emily Gowen
Since 2015, I’ve coached 500+ people using YNAB to move from money stress to confidence. I understand the challenge of balancing enjoying life now with saving for the future. With empathy and practical tools, I’ll help you design a budget that reflects your values and supports the life you want.

Joy Schell
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.

Cyndy Lester
As someone who handled finances for a low-income household, I managed to break free from the paycheck-to-paycheck living and cultivated a healthy relationship with money. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and helping others improve their lives through YNAB. Let's team up and build a brighter financial future together!

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.

Irina Iurcisin
I help business moms and female entrepreneurs un-mess money mess. If you're juggling a family and a business, variable income, credit card stress, or decision fatigue, I’ll help you create a clear, flexible money plan that works in real life. Simple, supportive and judgment-free coaching with real results.

Wave Melen
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!

Nancy Abramowitz
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!)

Doug Peterson
I help people get clear eliminating money stress. As a YNAB Certified Coach, I teach clients how to decide where there money goes before they spend it. If you are juggling variable income, or navigating an inheritance or settlement. My goal: less stress, more control, and lasting peace of mind.

Trent Ladle
Trent Ladle has been budgeting for nearly 40 years & has been using YNAB software for 10 years. Trent’s love for helping people improve their lives is what drove him to begin offering budget coaching services & he is ready to share his storehouse of experience and training.

Annette Althuizen
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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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.

Ryan Page
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!

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.

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.

Kerrie Saephanh
I provide values-focused YNAB coaching in order to help individuals and couples learn YNAB skills, build a budget that actually works for their real life, and to have fun doing it! Schedule a free, no-pressure call to chat and explore the fit. Transparent pricing included.

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.

Emily Meoz
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!

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.

Sarah Elledge
My passion is to help people live wealthier and feel better about their finances every single day. I do this by helping you recognize your obstacles, discover your goals, and ensure you’re having fun along the way!

Zenia McLaughlin
I work with people who want to make space for something new to happen with their money. We’ll start with an expansive conversation about the “energy of money” and its purpose in your life as we set up your budget in YNAB. From there, new possibilities are sure to emerge.

Jessica Nethers
Whether you’re a current student, recent graduate, or not so recent graduate, Start Smart Budget Coaching will teach you the skills needed to live within your means while still spending money on things you enjoy and saving for the future.

Amanda Perez
I enjoy helping clients define their budget and know where their money goes. Over 12 years ago, YNAB helped my family get out of debt, pay for university without student loans, and buy our first house. It also helped us raise financially mature young adults. Let’s chat…

Mika Marcondes de Freitas
I'm an ordinary person. I attribute my successes to simply taking my dreams seriously and intentionally pursuing them, along with excellent tools like YNAB, which have helped me align my actions with my goals. I've learned how to access and use these tools, and now I can teach you, too.

Margo Nelson
Helping world-changing women get right with money. Margo blends YNAB coaching with emotional and spiritual work (using a variety of modalities but primarily IFS) and approaches budgeting as a mindfulness practice.

Kaylie Stokes
If you’re ready to develop a healthier relationship with money, gain clarity around your finances, and build confidence and competence to put your money to work creating the life you desire, schedule a free introductory call today! Together we can master your money mindset and make YNAB work for you.

Jacqueline Keeley
Personal finance coach and actress. Have run my personal and business budgets on YNAB for 10 years, and love using YNAB to handle unpredictable income. Have coached folks how to use YNAB for about 8. I have a lot of fun budgeting and you can too! =)

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!

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.
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Matt Renwick
I help people create awareness around their income and expenses, break out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, and build confidence to reach their personal goals.

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.

Em Lowing
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.

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.

Amy Aston
Hello! I'd love to coach you to "level up" your YNAB skills to make your money work best for you. Priority based spending helps us live our lives purposefully while reducing money stress. I use YNAB to help me live out my travel dreams! What are your goals?

Chelsea Hester
Hi! I help folks who are new to YNAB, have ADHD, and/or have variable income feel confident managing their money in a nonjudgmental and shame-free environment. Together we'll get your budget set up, bring greater awareness to your money flow, and create a more peaceful relationship with your finances.

Kelly W. Barber
Hi Y'all! I'm a small business owner and small business development counselor helping rural entrepreneurs start/grow/save their businesses. I'm excited to add Budget Counseling to my tool box to support my micro-enterprises (Mom and Pops!) On a personal note, I'm a TraFooWinKie! What?!! Travel, Food, Wine Junkie!

Michelle Yaciuk
Do I know what it is like to have variable income?! Absolutely! Have I come from a place where money has been super tight to a place where I almost have no real money stresses - you bet. I'm here to help and support you in creating your best financial life.

Amanda Brink
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.

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!

Suzanne Chaix
YNAB has helped me step off the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck and I enjoy sharing the benefits of YNAB with anyone who will listen! I became a certified coach in 2022 to help others experience the same financial freedom I have.

Whitney Farmer
I offer 15 or 30 minute consultations. Think of it as an on-demand customer service hotline! I do not offer packages, however you can book as many or as few sessions as you’d like with me.

Michael Collison
If money was no object, would you do what you're doing now? I'm a financial independence coach that use YNAB to unplug from the financial "matrix" and chart your own course towards a better financial future.

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.

Maggie Weinreb
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.

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!

Julie Dunscomb
New to budgeting or YNAB? I can help you align your budget with your needs, values and desires. I can help you understand how to use the YNAB method and software to find peace with your money.

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.

Carrie Hayes
I’m a budgeting & personal finance coach. I specialize in YNAB for small businesses and professionals. However, all budgeters are welcome. My approach uses emotional engineering to ensure you succeed at YNAB and budgeting. I have a masters degree in designing flows that will help you stack up money wins.

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)!
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Chelse Hounshell
My mission is to help my clients create and implement a spending plan that prioritizes JOY and aligns with their life goals. Whether you're navigating a career transition, experiencing a major life events like marriage or divorce, or simply seeking to escape the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, I'm here to support you.

Rica Molet
I want to help you gain control of your variable income and crush debt. As a Certified YNAB Budget Travel Coach, I give you the empowerment to build a budget that funds your biggest goals—whether you are planning a trip around the world or making your next major life move.
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