In this blog, we have collected a wide range of books related to money to support fellow therapists and counsellors understanding their relationship with money and how clients’ issues and challenges around money might come up in therapy.

Learn more about this topic in our online CPD workshop: *Understanding our Relationship with Money: New Perspectives for Therapists*with Simonne Gnessen  and Jeanine Connor on Friday 7th November 10am – 4pm.

In this one-day workshop, Simonne Gnessen and Jeanine Connor will help us explore the hidden dynamics often at play within the complex relationship people have with money.

1. Money on Your Mind: The Psychology Behind Your Financial Habits, 2024  – Vicky Reynal,

This book explores how your past experiences, particularly from childhood, shape the way you relate to money today. As a psychotherapist, Reynal offers a unique lens into the unconscious patterns that influence your financial decisions.

She shares real-life case studies and practical exercises to help you uncover hidden beliefs and shift unhelpful money behaviours. It’s ideal for anyone curious about the emotional side of personal finance.

2. The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness, 2020 – Morgan Housel

Morgan Housel combines storytelling with research to explain why managing money well isn’t about knowledge, but behaviour. The book explores how emotions like fear and ego, rather than facts, often drive financial decisions.

With short, digestible chapters, Housel highlights timeless truths about wealth, investing, and the human experience. It’s a must-read for anyone seeking financial wisdom that goes beyond numbers.

3. Money: Know More, Make More, Give More, 2017 – Rob Moore

This book is motivational, strategic, and aimed at those who want financial freedom and it takes a no-nonsense approach to wealth-building, encouraging readers to overcome limiting beliefs and embrace an entrepreneurial mindset.

Rob Moore outlines the foundations of creating, managing, and multiplying money in today’s fast-paced world. He mixes practical tips with mindset shifts to help you earn more and use money with purpose.

4. Die With Zero: Getting All You Can from Your Money and Your Life, 2020 – Bill Perkins

Perkins challenges the traditional idea of saving for retirement and instead advocates for using your money to create meaningful life experiences now. The book promotes intentional spending based on your values, life stage, and health. It encourages readers to avoid dying with unspent wealth and wasted time.

With practical frameworks and a thought-provoking message, it’s a guide to living fully, without financial regret.

5. It’s Not About the Money: The Stories We Tell About Money and What They Reveal About Us, 2021– Catherine Morgan

Catherine Morgan helps readers unpack the emotional and narrative layers behind their financial choices. She explores how personal stories and societal messages shape our money mindset, often subconsciously.

The book includes reflective exercises, compassionate insights, and real-life examples to support healing and change. It’s especially helpful for women wanting to feel more confident and in control of their finances.

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Listen to Catherine’s Morgan’s podcast “It’s Not About The Money”

6. Worthy: Boost Your Self-Worth to Grow Your Net Worth, 2016 – Nancy Levin

This book links the concepts of self-worth and financial wellbeing, showing how emotional healing can lead to tangible financial change.

Nancy Levin combines coaching tools, personal stories, and journaling prompts to help readers break free from scarcity and shame. The book guides you in identifying old wounds and replacing them with new, empowering beliefs. It’s a soulful, supportive read for those looking to rewrite their money story.

7. Rich Routines: Change Your Habits, Change Your Life, 2025 – Steve Houghton-Burnett

Rich Routines focuses on the power of daily habits in shaping your financial future. Houghton-Burnett outlines practical, actionable routines that can lead to consistent improvement in your money mindset and management.

The book blends personal development principles with financial strategy, encouraging sustainable change through small, repeated actions. It’s ideal for readers who want a structured, habit-based approach to wealth.

8. Your Money or Your Life: 9 Steps to Transforming Your Relationship with Money and Achieving Financial Independence, 2008 – Vicki Robin & Joe Dominguez

This bestselling classic presents a comprehensive program to help you rethink how you earn, spend, and value money. It introduces the concept of “life energy”—how much of your life you trade for money—and encourages alignment between your finances and your values.

With practical tools like tracking every expense and calculating your real hourly wage, the book leads you toward financial independence and mindful living. It’s a life-changing guide for those seeking simplicity and purpose.

9. The Soul of Money: Transforming Your Relationship with Money and Life, 2017 – Lynne Twist

In this deeply reflective book, Lynne Twist explores the spiritual and emotional dimensions of money. Drawing from her work in philanthropy and activism, she challenges the scarcity mindset and introduces the idea of sufficiency.

Twist shares stories from around the world to show how money can be a powerful tool for connection, compassion, and change. The book invites you to see money not just as a resource—but as a reflection of your deepest values.

10. Money Habitude cards

Money Habitudes is the effective, easy, fun way to help people talk about money, learn their money personality and understand the habits and attitudes that influence how they spend, save and give. Used in financial education, financial planning, counseling, and career coaching settings, Money Habitudes is designed to be engaging, non-threatening, easy to learn and easy to use.

Money Habitudes are available as an online game (English and Spanish) and a deck of cards for a hands-on experience. Cards are available for adults (English and Spanish), teens and young adults.

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Upcoming Workshop with Simonne and Jeanine

Want to explore more? Join us for our upcoming workshop – *Understanding our Relationship with Money: New Perspectives for Therapists*with Simonne Gnessen  and Jeanine Connor on Friday 7th November 10am – 4pm.

In this one-day workshop, Simonne Gnessen and Jeanine Connor will help us explore the hidden dynamics often at play within the complex relationship people have with money.

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