Nathan Astle MFT, CFT-I

About

Nathan Astle, CFT-I, is a certified financial therapist, marriage and family therapist, and a client financial counselor at Beyond Finance, a leading debt consolidation services company focused on financial well-being and financial literacy. Nathan opened the Financial Therapy Clinical Institute (FTCI) in 2023. FTCI provides clinical services, including financial therapy, financial counseling, and financial planning services to clients. FTCI also serves as a training and research hub for mental health practitioners and financial professionals. He has been featured in numerous outlets, including the New York Times, CNBC, USA Today, TD Ameritrade, and Money Geek.

Recent Posts

Redefining the Debt Experience

Debt can bring immense stress, both emotionally and physically. Learning to redefine debt and move forward in a healthy manner is crucial for emotional well-being.

The Loud Problem of Keeping Financial Secrets

Debt causes financial strain, which is a major predictor of relational conflict. It's crucial to create a safe and empathetic culture of openness about money.

The Emotional Side of Money and the Harm of Moralizing It

Debt is incredibly common, yet we often do not discuss its impact. Moralizing debt can create isolation and shameful feelings.