Jessica and Michael had everything on paper. Five years of marriage, supportive families, a comfortable life. But behind closed doors, money had become their biggest enemy. Jessica's career transition left Michael as the sole earner, and every financial conversation turned into a battlefield. Different spending styles, mounting credit card debt, and the stress of a single income were slowly destroying what they'd built together.
"We were worried about money all the time," Jessica recalls. "It was a bit of a rollercoaster, to be honest."
The fights were tough - Jessica wanted financial independence while Michael felt the pressure to control every dollar. When Jessica's mom's past financial struggles started influencing their decisions, they knew they needed help. Not just from a therapist for their relationship, but from someone who could give them a concrete financial roadmap.
"The desire to improve our financial situation and reduce conflicts in our marriage brought us to Doing Well," Michael said.
Months 1-2: Foundation & Discovery
Jessica and Michael opened up about their different money backgrounds and how it was affecting their marriage. Their Doing Well coach helped them understand that their conflicting approaches weren't character flaws—they were learned behaviors that could be changed with the right system.
Month 3: Budget Overhaul
The reality check came when they tracked every dollar. Doing Well helped clean up their books and create a joint budget that respected both their needs. They discovered subscriptions and spending leaks they never realized existed.
Months 4-5: Debt Elimination Strategy
With their spending under control, they created an aggressive debt payoff plan. Instead of letting credit card balances drain their future, they redirected their newfound savings toward eliminating debt completely.
Months 6-7: Wealth Building & Automation
Now debt-free, Jessica and Michael set up their "set it and forget it" wealth system. High-yield savings for their house fund, automatic Roth IRA contributions, and a clear investment strategy that worked even on Michael's single income.
Instead of fighting over different money styles, Jessica and Michael learned to create a unified approach that honored both their goals: Jessica's desire for independence and Michael's need for security.
Doing Well designed systems that eliminated daily money decisions. Automatic savings, investments, and debt payments meant fewer opportunities for conflict and more progress toward their dreams.
Beyond the numbers, they learned how to talk about money without triggering old patterns. Every conversation became solution-focused instead of blame-focused.
While the financial wins are impressive, the real transformation happened in their relationship. Money conversations that once led to fights now lead to planning sessions. The stress of financial uncertainty has been replaced with excitement about their future.
"Their help has been incredible, and it brought us closer together as a couple," Jessica said.
Jessica's perspective: "Moving to the U.S. taught me to be tough with money, but I learned that being tough doesn't mean being alone. Having a plan together is stronger than trying to control everything individually."
Michael's advice: "I learned that taking financial risks isn't dangerous when you have a system. Start by planning how you spend your money and keep an eye on where it all goes. Figure out where you can spend less. And if you need a hand, ask for some extra support."
If money fights are also damaging your relationship, you can get the same personalized guidance that that transformed Jessica and Michael’s marriage.
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