Trauma of Money Professional Pathway
Trauma of Money's Professional Pathway certifies professionals in various fields who would like to integrate the Trauma of Money Method into their current offerings. The TOM Method is a compassionate approach to trauma healing and financial security by decreasing shame and increasing discernment.
About the Course
COHORT 6 - Fall 2022, Morning Class
Dates and Logistics
Cohort 6 is our morning session that will run on Tuesdays.
Start Date: September 20th, 2022
End Date: January 24th, 2023
- Classes will be every Tuesday morning via live video conference from 8:00 am - 11:00 am PST (11:00 am-2:00 pm EST).
- The program will run for 17 weeks.
- All classes are recorded and posted in the student portal within the next 48 hours for those that can’t attend live.
- Class will not meet on December 27th and January 3rd. Class will resume January 10th.
Community Agreement
In order to create a container of responsibility and integrity, we ask that each student read, review, and sign to the community agreement. Once you enroll, you will be asked to submit a signed copy of this agreement.
Class Capacity
There are limited spaces for each cohort, and we ask that you only attend the cohort you are enrolled in.
Cohort Community
An important component of TOM involves voluntary sharing, connecting, and listening to different participants of the group. Note that each cohort contains a mix of professional and personal pathway students.
Affinity Groups
Join our smaller groups for connection and expansion in between classes. Students can attend the following affinity groups: Black, Indigenous, People of Colour Group, LGBTQIA2s+ Group, Open Group, and/or Professional Affinity Group.
Annual Renewal Cost - Waived for 2 yrs!
In order to have on-going access to the community and get updated Coaching Materials, there is an annual license renewal fee of $200 but for 2022 cohort, this cost is $0 for 2022, and 2023.
More Important Info
Sliding Scale
If these options are not accessible, please contact us. We have a limited amount of sliding spots available in addition to our scholarships. We invite you to consider your proximity to power and privilege while realizing that there are a limited number of spots available for financial assistance.
Disclaimers + Refund Policy
While this course provides psychoeducation about money trauma, TOM is not therapy or a replacement for medical care. The goal of psychoeducation is to share information about how to better understand the impact of mental processes and trauma.
TOM is also not offering investment, tax, or legal advice.
Refund Policy
While we hope that everyone enjoys the course and structure, we understand that it may not be the right time or right fit for everyone. We honor refund requests that are submitted before the 3rd class meeting. Refund requests made after the 3rd class meeting may not be eligible for a refund.
Use TOM Materials in Your Work
Once you officially complete the certification program, you are welcome to use any TOM worksheets in your work. Usage guidelines are provided upon certificate completion.
TOM Badge and Certificate
After completing the program, you'll be able to showcase your official status with the TOM badge and certificate on your website and/or social media.
This license will allow you to be a certified practitioner, which authorizes you to use the Trauma of Money Method and its teachings and promote it with your other offerings to expand and grow your client reach.
Alumni Resources
Access to the TOM Online Alumni Community. Bond and connect with like-minded finance and mental health professionals.
As a Certified Professional, you will be listed on the Trauma of Money website in the Alumni Directory. This will allow you to get access to referrals through our network.
Example Curriculum
- 🎓 Meet Your Instructor: Nikki Sanchez
- 🎞️ Class 11 Video Recording
- "Intergenerational Primary Scenario Mapping" from the Integrated Body Psychotherapy Model
- Nikki's Slides
- White Supremacy Characteristics - Tema Okun
- TED Talk - Nikki Sanchez "Decolonization Is For Everyone"
- Additional Resources Provided by Nikki Sanchez
- 🎞️ Class 15 Video Recording
- Sabeena Bubber Video- Divorce + Cohabitating
- The TOM Method
- TOM Method '- "THE WORKSHEET"
- TOM TOOL BOX: Cognitive Distortions and TOM Affirmations
- TOM TOOL BOX: Worst Case Scenario Exercise
- Money Tool Box: Inventory Phase
- Money Tool Box: Harmonizing Phase
- Money Tool Box: Resilient Action Phase: 12 month Budget
- Money Tool Box: Business Partnership Exploration Questions
- Money Tool Box: Cohabitation Exploration Questions
- Money Tool Box: Klonz's Couples Questionnaire