178: Who is Lindsay Bryan-Podvin? Meet the Mind Money Balance Founder

178: Who is Lindsay Bryan-Podvin? Meet the Mind Money Balance Founder

Author: Lindsay Bryan - Podvin January 20, 2026 Duration: 9:59

Lindsay Bryan-Podvin is a licensed social worker, certified financial therapist, author, and founder of Mind Money Balance, helping people feel better about money without the shame. Her work blends mental health, social justice, and financial wellness, offering support for individuals, workplaces, and brands alike. Learn more about what she does as a financial therapist, the windy path that took her to the field, and who she works with in this re-introduction episode. 🥼 Mind Money Balance Method™https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/mmb-method 💌 Weekly(ish) Newsletterhttps://www.mindmoneybalance.com/newsletter ❓ What's Your Money Archetype Quiz https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/quiz📝 Send Lindsay a QuestionFill out this quick form to submit a question for me that I might answer on an upcoming "Ask Mind Money Balance" episode!https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/ask👋🏽 Say Hi!! 👋🏽Website: http://mindmoneybalance.com/Instagram: / mindmoneybalance TikTok: / mindmoneybalance Pinterest: / mindmoneybalance Twitter: / mindmnybalance YouTube: / mindmoneybalance 🗣️ LEGAL DISCLAIMERThe information and content provided by Lindsay Bryan-Podvin LMSW, LLC/Mind Money Balance is for entertainment and informational purposes only. It should not be considered legal or financial advice. You should consult with an attorney or other professional to determine what may be best for your individual needs. No one should make any investment changes without first consulting his or her financial advisor and conducting his or her research and due diligence. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Lindsay Bryan-Podvin LMSW, LLC/Mind Money Balance disclaims any and all liability in the event any information, opinions, advice and/or recommendations prove to be inaccurate, incomplete or unreliable, or result in any investment or other losses. 🆘 Psychotherapy Disclaimer 🆘The entertainment provided in these videos is not a substitute for psychotherapy and does not count as a social work service/therapeutic relationship. If you are in need of help, seek services from a licensed healthcare professional: https://www.therapyden.com https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/🗣️ Affiliate Disclaimer:Note this description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn some money (thanks for the extra popcorn toppings!) when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in no way obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support!


Ever feel like your relationship with money is tangled up with stress, anxiety, or even shame? That’s the exact space where Mind Money Balance lives, exploring the deep and often overlooked connection between our financial habits and our mental well-being. Host Lindsay Bryan-Podvin brings a unique dual perspective as both a Licensed Master Social Worker and a Certified Financial Therapist, moving past simplistic budgeting advice to examine the broader societal and psychological forces that shape our financial lives. You won’t find a rigid "abundance mindset" doctrine here or judgment over small daily pleasures. Instead, each episode offers grounded, psychology-based conversations that provide actionable steps to untangle money stress and build a more peaceful financial existence. This podcast digs into the real stories and systemic factors behind our spending, saving, and earning, creating a compassionate resource for anyone ready to heal the divide between their wallet and their emotional world. Tune in for a refreshingly human take on finding clarity and confidence with money, one thoughtful conversation at a time.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
149: Lifestyle Creep Isn't All Bad: What to do with More Money [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:02
Lifestyle creep or inflation-when you spend more money as you start earning more-often gets a bad rap. But understanding why spending your money doesn’t feel as good as you thought can be a great first step in making sur…
148: Should I Buy a House or Keep Renting in 2024? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:42
“Should I buy or rent?” It’s a question that comes up a lot, but outside of the finances, how do you know if it makes sense? In this “Ask Mind Money Balance” episode, financial therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin answers a fl…
147: Self Trust & Money: How to Build Financial Self-Worth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:01
Self-trust is having confidence and belief in one's own abilities. When it comes to money, having low self-trust can make it hard to make and stick to financial choices. In this video, a licensed social worker and certif…
146: How To Avoid A Money Scam [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:52
An article written by personal finance expert Charlotte Cowles recently went viral when she shared she was victimized and scammed out of a large sum of money. The response online was largely rooted in nasty, victim-blami…
145: Move over SMART Goals, It's Time for FUN Goals [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:54
Since the dawn of time (ok, ok, since 1981) SMART goals have been the dominant framework for setting and achieving goals, including financial ones. But disability advocate Emily Ladau was onto something when she said tha…
144: Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Money [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:35
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected and influence one another. As a social worker and financial therapist, I’ll share how you can understand mor…
143: Black Personal Finance Pros You Need to Know [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:29
It’s Black History Month, and Mind Money Balance is celebrating by highlighting and amplifying 13 Black personal finance pros you need to know. From journalists to authors, YouTubers to podcasters, and energy healers to…
142: Big Changes at Mind Money Balance [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:45
I'm taking you behind the scenes and sharing insights into my personal and professional journey, including how I found myself repeating a mistake by outsourcing my self-trust when it came to trying to achieve my goals in…
141: Motivational Interviewing and Money [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:38
Motivational interviewing isn't a pep talk or hyping yourself up to answer questions – it's a profound exploration of your desires. While I absolutely believe that we can and should be our own hype people, Motivational i…
140: "Loud Budgeting" is "Having Financial Boundaries" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:29
"Loud Budgeting" is a social media trend that I can get behind as a financial therapist. Why? Because it's just another way to say "having financial boundaries." Learn how to set and communicate financial boundaries, wha…