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certified YNAB coach

Nicole Cooley

Hello! I’ve been coaching for over a decade, helping individuals master their personal budgets and guiding small businesses toward financial clarity. As a Certified YNAB Coach, an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC), and a small business bookkeeper, I bring a well-rounded approach to money management.

My Background

I’ve been coaching for over a decade, helping individuals master their personal budgets and guiding small businesses toward financial clarity. As a Certified YNAB Coach, an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC), and a small business bookkeeper, I bring a well-rounded approach to money management.

Before stepping into coaching, I worked at two Fortune 100 companies and earned a Finance degree along with a Master’s in Leadership. My experience spans multiple industries, from therapists, lawyers, coaches, and spa owners.

Whether you're navigating a major life transition or to better understand your business finances, I’m here to help you take control with confidence.

Why Work with Me

I believe budgeting should be flexible and tailored to you. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution—your financial system should work with your life, not against it. I meet each client where they are, helping them design a strategy that aligns with their goals, habits, and mindset.

Together, we’ll build a plan that makes sense for you, ensuring clarity, control, and confidence in your financial journey.

Why I Coach

Most of us weren’t taught how to manage money—even in finance programs! While studying Finance, I realized how much of personal and behavioral money management wasn’t covered.That’s why I coach: to bridge the gap between traditional financial education and real-life money management. My goal is to empower you with the knowledge and tools to feel in control of your finances—and confident in every money decision you make.

Focus Areas

Small Business Owners
Variable Income
Life Transitions
YNAB Certified Coaches have completed an intensive training program but are not employed by YNAB. Pricing is determined individually by each coach.
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Company
The Cooley Project, LLC
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Location
Bellingham, Washington, United States
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Meeting Options
Remote
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YNAB Certified Since
December 2022
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