FAQs

Please Note: I am not a credit counselor or investment planner and I do not advise people on products or vehicles for their money. Rather, money coaching is a process that addresses long-standing financial behaviors and beliefs and focuses on helping people create sustainable change.

How do we get started?

To get started, simply book a free discovery call. There is no charge for this. I want to be certain we are a good fit for each other. You can tell me about yourself and ask me questions. I’ll have lots of questions for you too. So just give me a call. If we decide to work together, we can work in person or over the phone. My office is located in North Seattle. (I have many clients in various parts of the United States, Canada and Europe.)

What do I need to bring to a first session?

At our first session, we’ll do an intake. I’ll ask you questions and we’ll talk about your story, where you’ve been and where you want to go. Then we will figure out exactly where to start in our process. I ask that clients bring very little to a first session. I have so many questions and topics to cover that we will likely not have time to go through anything you bring with you. Just come.

How long are sessions?

Sessions last 60 minutes. Occasionally, we may decide to do a longer session. Couple’s sessions can be extended to 90 minute sessions if we feel more time is beneficial.

I have a small business. Which should I work on, my personal finances or my small business finances?

Great question. This is a question we will explore in our first session and decide together before our second session. Many small business people start off looking at business finances and then progress to looking at their personal finances as well. And sometimes it is vice versa.

Do you work with men?

Yes, I do! While I am known for my work on women’s money issues, I’ve had many wonderful men as clients.

Do you work with couples?

I maintain a limited number of couple’s appointments. Call me (206-634-0861) or email me (mikelann@seattlemoneycoach.com) to find out if I currently am taking new couples.

Please review these posts on my money coaching with couples to see if we could be a fit:

https://www.seattlemoneycoach.com/couples-money-coaching/

https://www.seattlemoneycoach.com/couples-money/

What are your typical client hours?

My client hours are Tuesday through Thursday, from 9am to 3pm Pacific Standard Time.

Do you take insurance?

No, there is no insurance available that covers private money coaching.

Can you make other referrals?

Yes, I often make other referrals. Sometimes it is to financial planners and psychotherapists. I can also refer you to a different money coach to find the perfect fit for you.