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If so, then welcome to the Innovative Therapy podcast where we cover topics like psychology, innovative methods for building body trust and healing, Internal Family Systems, weight inclusive approaches, and unlearning the many messages from oppressive systems that lead us away from body trust.
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Are you a therapist or a space holder that likes to think deeply and creatively about bringing healing to more people? Do you want to build trust with your body so that you can live a life that feels aligned and amazing, and help inspire others to do the same? Do you hate small talk - your idea of fun is deep and meaningful talks about living more courageous and connected lives?
If so, then welcome to the Innovative Therapy podcast where we cover topics like psychology, innovative methods for building body trust and healing, Internal Family Systems, weight inclusive approaches, and unlearning the many messages from oppressive systems that lead us away from body trust.
I’m Dr. Shawn Hondorp, clinical psychologist. My goal is to create safe learning environments for those who want to explore innovative approaches to healing, one authentic conversation at a time. 🌈✌🏻✌🏽✌🏿🌳
Hit subscribe and tune in each week for deep talks, inspiration, and get ready for more connection to yourself and others so you can pursue a life of joy and creativity.
Money, Power & The Stories We Tell Ourselves with Laura Corbiani
The Innovative Therapist
32 minutes 59 seconds
8 months ago
Money, Power & The Stories We Tell Ourselves with Laura Corbiani
Episode 141: Money, Power & The Stories We Tell Ourselves with Laura Corbiani
Money. Power. Self-worth.
For so many of us—especially women—these words feel loaded. We’ve absorbed messages about money from a young age, often without realizing it. Some of us were taught that talking about money is rude or greedy. Others internalized the belief that wanting more meant taking from someone else.
But what if talking about money openly could actually be empowering?
In this week’s episode of The Innovative Therapist Podcast, I sat down with Certified Financial Planner Laura Corbiani to dive deep into the mindset blocks, money scripts, and hidden narratives that keep so many of us stuck.
Money, Power, and the Stories We Carry
Laura and I have been talking for a while about having this conversation because, let’s be real—money stress feels higher than ever.
This episode is the first in a two-part series where we focus on: Why talking about money is so hard (especially for women) The connection between money mindset and self-worth How childhood messages about money shape our adult behaviors Why money is power—and why that’s not a bad thing
One of the most fascinating parts of our conversation was Laura’s unexpected journey into financial planning. Believe it or not, her background is in ceramic art and engineering. And yet, that artistic training helped her become an incredible listener—someone who understands that when people talk about money, they’re actually talking about fear, safety, identity, and what they value most.
Why We Need to Talk About Money
Laura shared that many women, in particular, have an instinct to "put their heads in the sand" when it comes to money. We tell ourselves things like:
“I’m just not good at this.” “It’s too complicated.” “I should be grateful for what I have—I shouldn’t ask for more.”
Sound familiar?
These beliefs don’t just affect our bank accounts—they shape our entire lives. They impact how we negotiate salaries, whether we invest, and whether we allow ourselves to build the life we truly want.
We also talked about: The wage gap and why women statistically wait until they’re overqualified to ask for a promotion Loss aversion and why women tend to be more financially conservative (and how that might be holding us back) How the “money mindset” work overlaps with therapy, creativity, and stepping into our power
Let’s Start Having These Conversations
Laura and I both believe that de-stigmatizing money talk is a game-changer. We need spaces where we can have real, open conversations about finances—without shame, guilt, or judgment.
That’s why Laura has created Finances & Feelings groups, both online and in person, where people can discuss money in a supportive, pressure-free environment. If you’ve ever wanted to get more comfortable talking about money—or just feel less alone in your financial journey—these groups are a great place to start.
Listen to Episode 141
This is a conversation about power, permission, and possibility.
If you’ve ever felt conflicted about money—whether it’s earning it, saving it, spending it, or talking about it—this episode is for you.
And be sure to tune in next time for Part Two, where we’ll dive into tangible strategies to start building financial confidence today.
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Are you a therapist or a space holder that likes to think deeply and creatively about bringing healing to more people? Do you want to build trust with your body so that you can live a life that feels aligned and amazing, and help inspire others to do the same? Do you hate small talk - your idea of fun is deep and meaningful talks about living more courageous and connected lives?
If so, then welcome to the Innovative Therapy podcast where we cover topics like psychology, innovative methods for building body trust and healing, Internal Family Systems, weight inclusive approaches, and unlearning the many messages from oppressive systems that lead us away from body trust.
I’m Dr. Shawn Hondorp, clinical psychologist. My goal is to create safe learning environments for those who want to explore innovative approaches to healing, one authentic conversation at a time. 🌈✌🏻✌🏽✌🏿🌳
Hit subscribe and tune in each week for deep talks, inspiration, and get ready for more connection to yourself and others so you can pursue a life of joy and creativity.
