FINANCIAL THERAPY CENTER, LLC
TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA

Financial Therapy Center, LLC was established in 2012 by Dr. Thomas E. Smith at the Florida State University College of Social Work. Headquartered in Tallahassee, Florida, this organization is renowned for its innovative approach to financial therapy through an evidence-based clinical model called More Than Numbers. The company focuses on enhancing financial capability, personal responsibility, and sustainable living by offering counseling, educational programs, and consultations nationwide. The Financial Therapy Center's primary service involves assisting clients in developing sustainable financial lifestyles via a five-step process that integrates contemporary therapeutic practices with fundamental finance principles. This unique approach has established it as a leader in its field, highlighted by its feature as a Hot Topic by the Council on Social Work Education in 2015. Financial Therapy Center extends its reach through web-based platforms, allowing clients nationwide to access personalized therapy. By leveraging flexible online methods, the organization provides solutions for busy individuals across various geographic locations, including tailored home-based and workplace-based therapy sessions for clients in regions like Tallahassee and the Mississippi Delta. The company also contributes significantly to social work education via initiatives such as the Social Work Entrepreneurship Project (SWEP) and the Social Work Entrepreneurship Fellowship. These programs focus on empowering clinical social work students by combining research, practice, funding awareness, and sustainable business practices within social entrepreneurship domains. Recognized for its innovative contributions, particularly in fostering financial therapy integration into foster care systems, Financial Therapy Center continually evaluates its service models to ensure they address the unique needs of various client populations. The organization remains committed to advancing both clinical capabilities and prevention-oriented financial education, ultimately aiming to navigate complex lifestyle challenges effectively.