{"product_id":"conversations-with-your-financial-therapist-stories-and-scripts-to-grow-your-money-mindset-hardcover","title":"Conversations with Your Financial Therapist: Stories and Scripts to Grow Your Money Mindset - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eErika Wasserman\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImprove your financial wellbeing by thinking and speaking about money in a new way\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eConversations with Your Financial Therapist: Stories and Scripts to Grow Your Money Mindset \u003c\/i\u003eoffers a fresh, empathetic approach to understanding and improving your relationship with money. Through relatable stories, practical scripts, and real-life examples, the book explores how emotions, past experiences, and cultural beliefs shape our financial decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWritten by Erika Wasserman, one of fewer than 100 Certified Financial Therapists worldwide, this book includes: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eThe Money Mindset Method\u003c\/i\u003e, a unique framework to simplify the money conversations and decision-making processes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTips for awkward conversations surrounding money, encouraging self-awareness, practical problem-solving, and empathy to build trust, improve communication, and foster healthier relationship with money\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChapters focusing on money management at each stage of life, from starting out as a young adult with credit card debt, to merging money with a partner to separating money with a partner, to taking care of aging parents and adult children. This book covers several key life stages and financial challenges that come with that phase of life.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eActionable steps to build trust, improve communication, and foster healthier relationships with money.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eBy focusing on mindset over management, Erika empowers readers to reduce shame, create financial intimacy, and embrace opportunities for growth. Whether you're navigating money with a partner, family member, or yourself, \u003ci\u003eConversations with Your Financial Therapist: Stories and Scripts to Grow Your Money Mindset\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential read for all individuals experiencing a life shift and seeking to forge new, healthier habits that fuel both your wealth and wellbeing. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTalking about money is usually an awkward conversation, regardless of whether the dialogue is with a family member, a romantic partner, or a roommate. Simply put, navigating financial discussions is a skill most of us haven't mastered, which can frequently lead to feelings of uncertainty, anxiousness, and shame when we broach the subject. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eConversations with Your Financial Therapist\u003c\/i\u003e digs deep to explore the core of your money mindset, going far beyond traditional finance books and delving into the often overlooked factors that shape your relationship with money. From your upbringing to cultural influences and personal experiences, this book helps readers uncover how these elements impact the financial decisions you make today in both a positive and negative way. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by Erika Wasserman, one of 100 Certified Financial Therapists worldwide, this book helps readers gain actionable insights, empowering you to forge new, healthier habits that fuel both your wealth and well-being. Presented in a relatable storytelling tone, it prompts introspection and ignites conversations, providing practical resources as well as bonus chapters tailored for financial advisors. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders will learn the 5-step Money Mindset Framework for any financial conversation, encouraging self-awareness, practical problem-solving, and empathy to build trust, improve communication, and foster healthier relationships with money. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eConversations with Your Financial Therapist\u003c\/i\u003e earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of all individuals seeking to communicate more clearly and effectively about money with those around them, leading to a less stressful life and a more prosperous financial lifestyle. With chapters discussing every stage of life, this book is an enduring read for navigating all of life's financial complexities, no matter where you find yourself today or in 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for CONVERSATIONS \u003ci\u003ewith your\u003c\/i\u003e FINANCIAL THERAPIST\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The two biggest hurdles to making meaningful changes with your money are apathy and fear. Erika tackles both with this practical guide to money, psychology and finding true financial strength. There are prompts, frameworks and hand-holding that will help even the most money frightened person become comfortable with taking the next steps towards true financial freedom. And with money freedom, she shows you how to have a broader strength and power over your life.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--GEOFFREY ROGOW, \u003c\/b\u003e long-time \u003ci\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e editor and reporter \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Erika provides the perfect combination of storytelling and expertise to make this book a fantastic read for any level of reader, whether they are new to the idea of getting in touch with their money-mindset or have been doing this type of self-work for a long time. \u003ci\u003eConversations with Your Financial Therapist\u003c\/i\u003e brings light to the importance of financial well-being in a way that is relatable, useful, and approachable--a tough combination to achieve in the world of finance!\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--ASHLEY AGNEW, \u003c\/b\u003e Financial Therapy Association, Past President \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Finally--a money book I don't want to object to! Perfect for turning courtroom chaos into calm, collaborative conversations. I'm recommending it to all my clients (and a few exes).\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--KRISTEN GOSS, \u003c\/b\u003e Collaborative Divorce Attorney \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Erika takes the sometimes-daunting world of personal finance and humanizes it through practical strategies and warm storytelling. Erika's relatable approach and real-life scripts make even the toughest money talks feel doable.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--DR. MEGAN MCCOY, \u003c\/b\u003e Financial Therapy Professor and Researcher, Kansas State \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eConversations with Your Financial Therapist \u003c\/i\u003eis a compassionate and practical guide that transforms the way we think and talk about money. With empathy, real-life examples, and the powerful Money Mindset Method, Erika Wasserman empowers readers to navigate life's financial crossroads with clarity, confidence, and connection.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--LISA RYKERT, BCC, \u003c\/b\u003e Career \u0026amp; Professional Development Lead, UC Berkeley \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"In an industry as culturally diverse and emotionally complex as ours, money conversations often become the elephant in the (floating) room. \u003ci\u003eConversations with Your Financial Therapist\u003c\/i\u003e offers a refreshingly human approach to navigating financial dialogue across teams, relationships, and life transitions. Erika Wasserman's Money Mindset Method provides a universal framework that transcends borders and titles--equally useful for crew members wiring money home as it is for senior officers planning retirement. This book is now a must-have on my HR shelf--because understanding money mindset is essential to supporting the whole person, no matter what ocean they're sailing.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--RACHEL HORWITZ, \u003c\/b\u003e Human Resource Director, Princess Cruises \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"In a growing field where theory is rich, but application is still emerging, Erika's book is a standout. It brings stories, scripts, and soul to the work we do. It's a must-have resource for anyone preparing to support others in transforming their relationship with money.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--DR. MEGAN FORD, \u003c\/b\u003e Clinical Faculty and Director of the Love and Money Center, University of Georgia \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Assets don't hide themselves--people do. Erika's book helps clients face their money truth, minus the judgment.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--TRACY COENEN, \u003c\/b\u003e Forensic Accountant\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eERIKA WASSERMAN, CFT, \u003c\/b\u003e is a renowned coach who helps individuals, families, and multinational corporations worldwide to bridge gaps in financial discussions and redefine the link between emotions and finance. Her passion lies in empowering individuals, shaping global conversations, and unlocking financial freedom. She is one of 100 Certified Financial Therapists globally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 304\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1 x 9.15 x 6.33 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 17, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51964680405293,"sku":"9781394303854","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/conversations-with-your-financial-therapist-stories-and-scripts-to-grow-your-money-mindset-hardcover-8798688.webp?v=1775476805","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/conversations-with-your-financial-therapist-stories-and-scripts-to-grow-your-money-mindset-hardcover","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}