Chelsea Alventosa

The YNAB Coach

About

Hi, I’m Chelsea, an American living in the UK and a certified YNAB coach helping people set up YNAB, stop overspending, and build budgets that actually work.

If you’re new to YNAB or struggling to make it click, I specialise in helping you get started with a simple, realistic system you can actually stick to. I also support clients with more complex setups, including managing money across multiple currencies.

I’ve been a YNAB nerd for years, and using the app completely changed my relationship with money. Now I help others feel that same clarity and control, without overwhelm.

Here’s how I can help:
  • Set up YNAB from scratch
  • Make YNAB finally make sense
  • Break the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle
  • Create a clear plan to pay off debt
  • Understand your spending and priorities
  • Save for big goals
  • Get unstuck on a specific issue

Ready to get started? Book a free intro call.

Packages

Free Intro Call (up to 30 min)

Let's chat about what you'd like to get out of coaching. We'll talk about what you'd like support with, what our sessions together would look like, and answer any questions you have.
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Kickstart Package (3 hours, £190)

Get started with YNAB in just three sessions. Perfect if you want clarity and confidence, fast. 
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Momentum Package (6 hours, £360)

Six sessions of hands-on support to build consistency, tackle debt, and feel in control month after month.
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Transformation Package (12 hours, £690)

Twelve sessions of hands-on coaching to reset your finances, shift your habits, and create lasting change.
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1 hour - Former client check in call

I don't want to leave you hanging! 
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Testimonials

"You are THE BEST!! I think I am getting it. THANK YOU!!!!! More to come, but thank you so much for spending the time with me. Super appreciated and made so much more sense! Everyone needs to work with you! Just sayin'. "

- Bryan K.

"Chelsea, just wanted to let you know that since doing zero-based budgeting (the last two months) I've made it to two pay days without feeling completely f*cked!!! It was so scary to start with but I've also now implemented it with my partner. I've been on two holidays in that time AND I've put money away for future stuff. Thank you so much for your help with this, I couldn't have taken the plunge without you."

- Jo H.

"Hi Chelsea, I'm so happy to tell you that I've been using YNAB religiously for the past year since I hired you and I love it. It has very much changed my relationship with my money and my bank account and it has helped me streamline things so much, so I'm in an infinitely better place than I was a year ago financially. Thank you so much for your help in getting me on this path."

- Heather T.

“I was hesitant to start using YNAB due the learning curve it takes, but Chelsea eased and solved all of my worries. She eagerly helped get me set up on the right track, answering all my questions along the way! We went over how to handle credit cards, loan accounts and of course regular transactions through checking accounts. I’m so grateful for all of Chelsea’s knowledge, she’s definitely a pro at YNAB and just wants everyone to have confidence in their budget, however big or small it may be! Now I have savings for different categories and now I know I can actually achieve my financial goals!”

- Jessica A.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to have a YNAB subscription to work with you?
Ideally, yes. YNAB offers a 34-day free trial, and if you work with me you'll get an extra 2 months added to that. That gives you three free months of YNAB to bed in your new money mindset with help from yours truly! YNAB is my specialty and I believe it's a game changer, so while we work together I'll help you figure it out. If you decide not to continue using YNAB after your free trial ends, that's totally fine! Many of the concepts built into YNAB can also be used if you decide to use a different planning tool.
Do I have to be in the UK to work with you?
No! I work with clients all over the world and you don't have to be based in the UK to work with me. When you book an intro call you can see my calendar and make sure I have availability at a time that works for you.
Do you do one-off sessions?
Typically, no. If you're a new client, I don't feel you'll get the full benefit of coaching with only one session. When we work together, it goes beyond me simply telling you how to use YNABs features. We'll discuss your priorities, create goals, and use our sessions as check-in points to ensure that you're sticking with your spending plan. Most clients will benefit most from having at least 3 sessions of coaching. 

If you're having a troubleshooting error or something specific, try reaching out to YNAB's customer support team who are very helpful!

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