Couples Financial Therapy
Move forward together with less money stress
Serving Oak Park, Chicago, & Virtual Across Illinois
Calmer Conversations
Feel Like a Team
Stronger Connections
Clearer Decisions
Financial therapy helps couples work through money stress, communication struggles, and financial tension. Sessions support both the emotional and practical side of money so couples can feel more stable in their future and relationship.
When Money Starts Affecting the Relationship
Money is rarely just about numbers. In relationships, it often reflects trust, security, freedom, and control.
Couples may notice:
Money conversations becoming tense or avoided
Different approaches to spending, saving, or planning
Resentment building around income or decisions
Repeating arguments with little resolution
Financial pressure during life transitions
Feeling less connected as stress grows
Unequal power or responsibility in money decisions
Each partner brings a different financial story into the relationship.
Past experiences, family dynamics, and beliefs about money shape how couples navigate money.
Hi! I’m Eric.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Financial Therapist™, husband, and father of five.
I understand how money can become a source of stress, miscommunication, and emotional distance in relationships.
My role is to help couples slow things down, understand what’s happening beneath the surface, and build healthier ways of communicating and making decisions together.
We’ll focus not only on the emotional side of money, but also practical next steps and tools needed to feel confident and united moving forward.
What Can Change Over Time
Couples Begin to Notice:
Less tension around money
More productive conversations
Stronger teamwork
Better understanding of each other
More confidence in decisions
Greater emotional connection
Without support, the same problems can continue or grow more difficult over time.
What to Expect in Couples Financial Therapy
Each voice matters, regardless of financial knowledge or past experience.
We may focus on:
Understanding patterns and past experiences
Improving communication around money
Reducing conflict cycles
Clarifying shared values and goals
Creating healthier day-to-day financial habits
Building stability together
Identifying roles and responsibilities
Financial therapy is collaborative and paced in a way that feels manageable.
Getting Started Is Simple.
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(1) SCHEDULE FREE CONSULTATION
Can financial therapy help? Schedule a FREE 15 minute phone call to see if financial therapy is right for you.
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(2) MAKE A PLAN
In your first session, we’ll set goals and create a personalized plan that’s right for you.
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(3) START MOVING FORWARD
I’ll support you every step of the way to the financial peace and freedom you deserve.
Not Sure? No Problem.
The first step is often the hardest.
Take a free self-assessment to reflect whether financial therapy can help you.
Your Self-Assessment Will Explore:
Money Behaviors & Financial Habits
Financial Stress & Emotional Well-Being
Relationships & Financial Conflict
Parenting Stages
Motivation
Other Ways To Get Help:
Common Questions about Couples Financial Therapy
Still have questions? Reach out for a complimentary consultation or take a look at the FAQ page for more information about financial therapy.
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No. Some couples seek support proactively before marriage, children, home buying, or major financial decisions.
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That’s common. One partner can begin individually, and the other can join later if it feels helpful. Sometimes one person starting first creates meaningful momentum for change.
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When helpful and with your written permission, I can coordinate with trusted financial professionals such as financial advisors, planners, accountants, or attorneys. This can help align emotional support with practical financial guidance.
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That’s completely okay. Financial therapy can complement other therapy by focusing specifically on money-related stress and patterns.
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Yes. In-person sessions are offered in Oak Park, Illinois. Virtual sessions are available for residents located anywhere in Illinois.
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I do not bill insurance directly. Many clients pursue out-of-network reimbursement depending on their plan.