YNAB Certified Coach Directory

Kacy Smith
Kacy is a Money Coach, Expert YNAB Coach, and Profit First Professional with over 10 years of experience. She helps individuals, couples, and entrepreneurs improve their awareness and cash flow through daily money management, easy budgeting, and Profit First. Kacy focuses on helping six-figure families build the life they want!

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.

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!

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.

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.

Emily Blain
Budgeting on a variable income is hard--you've tried templates and spreadsheets but they just don't quite work when you can't count on the same income every month. YNAB can! I'll help you get set up so you can trust that you can meet your goals--both saving *and* spending.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Katharine Williams
I can work with you to transform your financial situation: in your personal finances, your small business, or both.

Lindsey Hardegree
By day I’m a nonprofit executive & doctoral student. By night (and weekend!) I help people to create their ideal life by organizing their spaces, systems, and finances. YNAB Certified Budget Coach | Productivity Consultant | Professional Organizer certified by Marie Kondo.

Coyote Jackson
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.

Shabbar Kassam
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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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.

Andrew Parks
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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Hayley Brown
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.

Heather Emerick
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!

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)!

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.

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.

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.

Laurie Dunne
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.

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!

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.

Nick Smith
As an author of an Amazon best-seller (Your Millionaire Marathon) and finance coach since 2019, I will partner with you to stabilize your budget and build custom projections (home affordability; retirement planning), giving you the directions to achieve your financial goals.

Hal Prather
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.

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.

Louise Love
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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Litsa DeJulio
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.

Emelia Benitez
Nobody has time for financial clutter and disorganization. As your budget coach, I will help you align your everyday spending decisions with your priorities and get your financial house in order. YNAB has changed our family finances, and it can do it for you too.

Janine Adams
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.

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
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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.

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!

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.

Thuy Kudsi
Raising a family costs money! I'm here to help support you to uncover where your money is going, create a plan for a healthy financial future and build the habits necessary to get there.

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.

Amy Coroso
Specializing in empowering women financially, I offer personalized budgeting strategies to help you achieve freedom and security. Let's take control of your finances together—I'm here to support you every step of the way!

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! =)

AJ Frenzel
Coach, hand holder, real human person.
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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.

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!

Lissa Lumutenga
I help women go from money-stress to money-confident by organizing cash flow, building safety nets, and growing wealth & abundance. I’m a CFP® professional, Accredited Financial Counselor®, YNAB superfan, and personal finance creator on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.

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.

Nick Kaylor
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.

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.

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.

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!
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