In this episode, host Dr. Morris sits down with Aja Evans, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Financial Therapist, for a powerful conversation on how emotions and money are deeply intertwined.
Aja shares her personal and professional journey intofinancial therapy—a path sparked by her own financial awakening and a commitment to helping others break through the emotional barriers that hold them back financially. Together, they explore the concept of money avoidance, the influence of financial trauma, and why developing financial literacy is just one part of the puzzle. As they dive into Aja’s new book, Feel Good Finance, listeners will learn how to identify their money mindset, navigatelimiting beliefs, and build healthier financial habits rooted in self-awareness and empowerment.
Aja has been featured in a variety of major news outletsincluding The New York Times, Business Insider, NerdWallet, Time, and Teen Vogue. With over a decade of experience, Aja is determined to help more people break the taboo of keeping money and emotions secret. Outside of work, you can find Aja chasing after her two young children as they hunt down the next delicious place to eat.
Episode Resources
Connect with Aja Evans via the following channels:
Instagram: @AjaETherapy
Website: AjaEvansCounseling.com
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