Money carries stories — not just numbers. Our early experiences, relationships, and attachment patterns quietly shape how we earn, save, and share. By understanding these patterns, you can begin to move beyond anxiety, avoidance, or impulsive habits toward financial choices that feel calm, intentional, and aligned with your values.

Mariah Hudler, Certified Financial Therapist, shares quick tools to reduce financial stress on KTVU Channel 2 Oakland, California

Navigating California’s high-cost living requires more than budgeting—it demands financial vigilance shaped by money beliefs, ADHD, and past experiences. Discover how therapy, technology, and mindful strategies can transform anxiety-driven money habits into intentional, values-based choices.