I’m Kara Stevens, a financial wellness advocate and the creator of The Frugal Feminista—a community built to help women of color heal their relationship with money, eliminate debt, and create lasting wealth.
“I know what it feels like to carry shame around money—and I’m here to show you that you don’t have to live that way anymore.”
For over 20 years, I’ve combined my background in education, leadership, and social justice with a deep passion for helping women uncover the emotional and cultural stories holding them back from financial freedom. My work has been featured in Time, Forbes, and The Washington Post, where I share real, honest insights about overcoming financial trauma and navigating systemic barriers.
I created the Heal + Budget Intensive because I saw too many women trying budgeting tools that ignored the real work—healing the internal narratives that shape our financial decisions.
“Budgeting isn’t just about numbers—it’s about healing the stories you’ve been told about what you deserve.”
I believe financial wellness isn’t just about building wealth—it’s about building peace. My approach blends emotional healing with practical, values-based strategies so you can create a compassionate relationship with money that truly supports your life.
“You deserve a relationship with money that feels compassionate, abundant, and aligned with your values.”
This Intensive is your space to break cycles, rewrite your money story, and step into the abundant life you were meant to create.