Financial stress affects us all…
Including high-earners and C-Suite executives.
I work with people and organizations to alleviate financial stress and promote well-being in and out of the office.
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It’s time to address the elephant in the room:
More money doesn’t automatically relieve stress.
This isn’t anecdotal. Financial stress impacts everyone, including high-earning professionals and top-level executives. Contrary to what many people believe, 92% of employees and 76% of C-suite and HR leaders experience financial stress. This stress is associated with lost sleep, racing thoughts, and feeling disconnected from loved ones and hobbies.
This stress also negatively impacts people’s engagement and productivity at work, averaging over one work day a week due to financial stress. Or? Nearly $200 billion in lost productivity annually.
What if you could help your employee's financial and emotional well-being and improve your bottom line?
I offer a fresh take on this frequently misunderstood problem by sharing the latest research about financial wellness and anxiety. It’s not about the spreadsheet or the budget or even making more money. Instead, what’s most important is reimagining our relationship with money so we can use it intentionally It’s about understanding how we think and feel about money shapes how we use it.
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to our relationship with money. For you a healthy relationship with money may mean safely spending money on a vacation without worrying about the credit card bill when you come home, spoiling the heck out of your pup, or sending money to support your family back home with confidence.
When we address the emotional side of money, we see a positive ripple effect beyond finances.
Reduced financial stress levels lead to better sleep, clearer thinking, and decreased feelings of anxiety. And? Addressing money mindset positively impacts workplace culture, reduces employee absenteeism, and enhances employee satisfaction and retention.
As one of only a handful of certified financial therapists in the U.S., I’m uniquely positioned to support you on this journey. Attendees describe my programs as refreshing and transformative: “I’ve never been in a space where we can openly talk about money like this.” The theme I hear most often is best reflected by an attendee who said, “I feel confident, empowered, and excited to take control of [my] financial future.”
About Lindsay
Financial Wellness Speaker
In my therapy practice and speeches, physicians, techies, consultants, and even, yes, financial planners with more than six figures in the bank ask:
"Do I have enough to spend like this?"
"Am I doing it right?"
"When will I finally feel safe?"
As a certified financial therapist and founder of a financial wellness business, I consistently see a pattern:
Regardless of income, people worry about money.
In the world of personal finance, there's a strong emphasis on rules to follow and deadlines to meet. These outdated defaults aren’t tailored to people's unique lives and values.
My approach breaks free of this cookie-cutter mentality. I provide a platform for exploring the narratives we construct around money and the emotions they evoke. By examining and reframing these narratives, we can revolutionize our perspective on money and cultivate a richer, more nuanced relationship with it.
Once we move from earning enough money to survive, it’s time to discover how to thrive financially.
In addition to my work as a financial wellness speaker, I host the Mind Money Balance podcast and YouTube channel, wrote the book The Financial Anxiety Solution, and am frequently asked by media outlets like CNN, CNBC, Vox, NPR, and more for my empathy-first take on all things personal finance and mental health. See all of my press features here.
Speaking Testimonials
Lindsay's presentation was powerful and effective. She kept the entire audience engaged for the whole session. Any organization or group that is teaching financial literacy or financial empowerment courses should hire Lindsay as a part of their series.
--Tracey Hoesch
Director of Circles Washtenaw County
Lindsay grounded her material in easy-to-understand analogies, empirical evidence, and her own personal experiences. Our community members left the presentation feeling confident, empowered and excited to take control of their financial future.
—Andrew Reisen
Founder & CEO of Heard
Lindsay's approach to having a dialogue about money — a real, honest-to-goodness, don't-hold-back, no-guilt discussion about money and income — was a refreshing and inspiring approach to a topic many folks don't even like to think about, much less talk about.
--Whitney Brooks
Workshop Attendee
Why Choose Lindsay for Your Organization
AKA, what to send to the decision-maker at your organization to help support your and your colleagues' financial well-being and development.
Expertise in Financial Therapy: Lindsay wrote the literal book on Financial Anxiety. Her approach enables employees to address underlying emotional factors impacting their financial decisions so they can feel good about money.
Diverse Audience Engagement: She delivers engaging keynote speeches and workshops tailored to diverse audiences, ranging from financial planning professionals to members of the Army Reserves, meeting each group's unique needs.
Proven Impact: Lindsay's presentations consistently receive over a 90% satisfaction rate, with audience members reporting an increased sense of belonging, reduced financial stress, and actionable takeaways.
By partnering with Lindsay Bryan-Podvin, your organization can empower employees to cultivate resilience, navigate financial challenges, and thrive personally and professionally.
Values Check Before You Hire Me
Before you request to book me as a speaker or panelist, please note these boundaries and values. I want you to make an informed and aligned decision about where your money is going before you hire me.
I believe in social justice and stand against any form of oppression, including, but not limited to ageism, sizeism, homophobia, transphobia, xenophobia, racism, antisemitism, sexism, and ableism.
I’m don’t do unpaid events. At the start of each year, I intentionally decide how to donate my pro bono speaking or training sessions and choose ones that otherwise would not be able to afford my fee and are in alignment with my values.
Cool? Cool! If you’re with me, then get in touch!
Ready to Book?
If you’d like to hire me to come into your workplace or organization, please reach out to Adam Kirschner of ALK Talent at Adam@ALKTalent.com.
To ensure the quickest response, please CC info@MindMoneyBalance on all emails.
I can’t wait to help your employees understand the intersection of money and mental health so they can thrive!
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Long Bio: Lindsay Bryan-Podvin (she/her), owner and founder of Mind Money Balance, is a biracial certified financial therapist and LMSW who started her career in the field of mental health treatment and advocacy. As the first financial therapist in Michigan, she combines financial literacy with the emotional and psychological side of money. She always had an interest in mental health and found an even greater love in working at the intersection of mental health and money. She is a published author of the book "The Financial Anxiety Solution," which helps people work through their anxiety when it comes to engaging with their money. She loves speaking on the emotional and psychological side of money and in addition to hosting the "Mind Money Balance" podcast and YouTube channel, she's been a guest on over 100 podcasts. She's been featured in major media outlets including Vox, Real Simple, CNBC, Millie, Buzzfeed, NPR, C|Net, Next Advisor by Time, Allure, Bustle, HuffPost, and more. She has a degree in sociology from Michigan State University, and her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Michigan. Lindsay’s a certified practitioner in the Trauma of Money Method™, CFT-I™ (Certified Financial Therapist™) through the Financial Therapy Association, and has her Financial Social Work certificate. She lives with her partner and their dog on the occupied land of the Anishinaabe also known as Michigan.
Short Bio: Lindsay Bryan-Podvin (she/her) is a biracial financial therapist and wellness expert, speaker, and author of the book "The Financial Anxiety Solution." A practicing LMSW since 2012, she uses a shame-free approach to help people get their minds and money in balance by focusing on the intersection of money and mental health. She champions the belief that money is rooted in emotions and impacted by the systems around us. She has a degree in sociology and a Master’s in Social Work with Financial Therapy and Financial Social Work certificates, and is a certified Trauma of Money Method™ practitioner. She lives with her partner and their dog on occupied land of the Anishinaabe also known as Michigan.
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