YNAB Certified Coach Directory

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.

Spencer Lutvak
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!

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.

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.

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!

JanaLee Pickett
Fall in love with how you spend your money! Gain clarity on your finances and discover the habits that bring confidence to your spending. Identify your values and priorities, ensuring your money aligns with what matters most. Start with a free session and take the first step toward financial hope!

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.

Maria Garcia-Leano
I’m a wife, a mother, and a passionate YNAB enthusiast. I love numbers, have an analytical mindset, and enjoy assisting others. My mission is to help people create personalized financial plans/budgets aligned with their values and goals, ultimately leading them toward financial freedom.

Emma Newman
I support professional, growth-minded women and couples who have been avoiding looking at their finances and are ready to increase their awareness and use their money intentionally to fund what matters most. You might want to schedule a Free Discovery Session via my website so we can chat.

Ori Green
It can be difficult and scary to find clarity and peace around our finances. I work with clients to become proactive, rather than reactive, about their budgets. We work together to move away from shame and fear towards seeing money as a tool to live their best lives!
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Christine MacLaren
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.

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.

Julia McCleave
Make a fresh start with your finances, find peace of mind about money, and reach your goals! As your coach, I will ask the right questions, provide encouragement, and keep you accountable. I live in Nova Scotia, Canada with my husband, two children, two step-children, and our beloved beagle, Bella.

Trevor Vance
I offer a free 30 minute initial consultation, where we’ll discuss your next steps along the way, so that you can find success in your personal finance journey. I've helped people create budgets and debt repayment plans. Including the elimination of nearly $200,000 of debt in the last 5 years.

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!
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Marin Laukka
Joyful Budgeting for female solopreneurs who want to ditch scarcity, get organized, and ENJOY cash flow. Marin applies her expertise in Positive Psychology to ensure you achieve personal and professional goals faster, spend money without guilt, and live with greater ease and freedom because you know you have it covered.

Mary Boules
I will walk along side you to help you create your personalized budget that works for your unique situation. My bigger mission is to bridge the gap between financial literacy and real-world application, making money management a less daunting -even enjoyable- task.

Beth Williams
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.

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!

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!)

Natalie Graham
Ready to transform your financial journey from stress to success? I specialize in helping women gain clarity and confidence with their money so they can make empowered financial decisions. Say goodbye to overwhelm and hello to savvy saving, mindful spending, and a future full of possibilities.

Shawn Squire
Dedicated YNAB coach for individuals and couples seeking financial mastery. I specialize in empowering those eager to learn effective budgeting techniques and the intricacies of YNAB tools. My coaching focuses on the nuts and bolts of data analysis, helping you harness YNAB for insightful financial decision-making.

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.

Rasheeda N. Creighton
I believe personal finance is personal, and the goal is always freedom. Taking control of your finances frees you up for the life you've dreamed of, and my goal is to support women, especially Black women, in manifesting those dreams.

Eric Hout
Eric is a former professional teacher and tutor who has used YNAB to guide others to financial success since 2014. As a YNAB Certified Coach, his mission is simple: Eric helps individuals and couples financially prosper through hope-filled financial and budget coaching services.
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Kristin Wade
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.

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!

Tara Whitaker
As a full-time freelance editor for the past 11+ years, I know *exactly* what it's like to ride the income roller coaster. I help other freelancers smooth out the ride by using YNAB's tried-and-true method.

Doug Peterson
I help people unhappy with their money situation align spending priorities with their partners, eliminate debt, and reduce financial stress. Using my GPS Cash Flow Mastery proven process, they achieve immediate peace of mind, gain control over their finances, stay on the right track, and are finally in control.

Michele Jones
Michele Jones is a Financial Coach, Daily Money Manager and Small Business Bookkeeper. She enjoys helping clients reach their financial goals by creating a workable budget in YNAB. As a Financial Coach, she helps her clients change their money mindset so they can move forward from their past mistakes.

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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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.

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!
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Traci Shanklin
I have over two decades of experience in the investment business and have a passion for helping people achieve their financial goals. I have created a powerful and unique approach to help you truly examine, analyze, and change your money story and find financial 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.

Leyda Cordova
How much does it cost to be you? Don't panic if you don't know. I can help you get the numbers to this deceptively simple question as we work together. I'll also prompt you to consider your money and your unique priorities to reflect your real values in your budget.

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.
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Bobbi Olson
My goal is to help you build a budget that helps you become financially independent – whether that means getting out of debt, breaking the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle or starting out with good money habits, so you never know the despair of debt or living paycheck to paycheck!

Jessica Koch
I am a Certified YNAB coach, graduate of the Financial Coach Academy, licensed financial advisor, and former family lawyer. I specialize in helping newly single people get their financial lives back in order.

Nathaniel (Nate) Beam
I will teach you to align your money with your soul as life changes. I offer soul-centered budget coaching from a place of unconditional positive regard and nonjudgment. We will work together to clear any obstacles keeping you stuck and expand into authentic alignment!

Lissa Prudencio
I specialize in helping women of color improve their relationships with money, get organized, and build a life of financial security, wealth, and ABUNDANCE! In addition to being a proud YNAB nerd, I am an Accredited Financial Counselor® and personal finance YouTuber & TikToker.

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!

Rachelle Swanson
Most business owners are concerned about their cash flow. YNAB can help them plan and see clearly what their money can do for them. I want to help small business owners master their cash flow in a way that can make sense to them.

Kingshuk Banerjee
A financial coach who has walked through a huge life transition of immigration in mid forties and created financial freedom for my family with a single income. Now I help new immigrant graduates and families plan their finances through this transition and live a purposeful life in the US.

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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Aaron Campbell
My passion is teaching people how to better their understand their business so that they may sleep soundly. My nearly decade long experience with YNAB alongside my skills developed in manufacturing, cashflow management, and corporate finance will help you to gain clarity and direction in your business.

Ellen Oliver
I support women business owners by offering bookkeeping (in QuickBooks Online) for their business and budgeting (with YNAB, of course!) for their business and their personal finances. Because I know both systems well, I am uniquely qualified to help my clients reach their financial goals.

Jen Fuhler
Money is all about storytelling. I am a college English and literature professor who works with individuals and families to better understand the stories impacting their finances, decisions, and goals. My coaching focuses on active listening and offering perspective to help clients meet goals.

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.