LEX Copyright Iroda / LEX Copyright Office

LET'S TALK ABOUT MONEY
by Terry Gaspard

LET

The biggest threat to your relationship isn't infidelity — itʻs your next credit card bill. You can stop arguing about money and learn how to talk about money.

Bloomsbury Academic * January 2026 * 264 pages

Unlike money management books that are written by financial experts, LETʻS TALK ABOUT MONEY is by a psychologist and focuses on how couples can have low-conflict, often difficult conversations around money issues.

Disagreements about money can quietly erode trust and connection in a relationship, often becoming a major source of stress and even separation. When partners bring different sensibilities, histories, attitudes, and beliefs about money to the table, conflict escalates quickly. If couples stay stuck in an “us against each other” mindset instead of shifting to “us against the problem,” tension can become chronic. Terry Gaspard shows readers how to break this cycle by teaching practical strategies for having calm, constructive conversations about finances.

Gaspardʻs effective approach is designed to help partners communicate effectively, reduce conflict, and build a stronger, more harmonious relationship. With relatable stories, clear tools, and a deep understanding of the beliefs and histories that drive financial conflict, this book helps partners move from blame and avoidance to collaboration and trust. Every couple should read it.

Terry Gaspard, MSW, LICSW, is a therapist in private practice and a popular blogger at gottman.com, the website for John Gottman’s institute. Gaspard and her daughter co-authored the highly-acclaimed and bestselling praised Daughters of Divorce. Gaspard is also a regular contributor to patheos.com, marriage.com, The Good Men Project, and many other outlets.

Delbourgo Associates sold World English rights to Bloomsbury Academic who will publish this month, January 2026.

Praise

LETʻS TALK ABOUT MONEY was prominently reviewed in a recent PW article:

https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/new-titles/adult-announcements/article/99177-how-to-talk-about-money.html

"Money problems often lead to breakups and divorce. Talking about money is laden with old, negative emotions and entrenched beliefs. Gaspard helps couples overcome these obstacles, learn to understand themselves and each other, and better communicate about managing money.” ―Darlene Lancer, Codependency for Dummies; Dating, Loving, and Leaving a Narcissist, and Conquering Shame and Codependency

“Most couples fall into the 'spender' and 'saver' dynamic and it's easy to think there is no middle ground. Fortunately, Terry Gaspard has lots of practical tools from her years working with couples which will help you find an 'us against the problem' mindset.” ― Andrew G. Marshall, marital therapist, author I Love You But I'm Not In Love With You, host "The Meaningful Life" podcast

“Financial issues can take a toll on relationships and money is one of the leading sources of arguments among couple Gaspard gives couples the communication tools they need to reduce conflict and tension about money." ―Dr. Terri Orbuch (PhD), Distinguished Professor, Therapist, author 5 Simple Steps to Take Your Marriage from Good to Great

“Money often becomes the silent third partner in a relationship — shaping choices, fueling arguments, and straining intimacy. Gaspard brings compassion, clinical wisdom, and practical strategies to one of the most emotionally charged topics couples face. With relatable stories, clear tools, and a deep understanding of the beliefs and histories that drive financial conflict, this book helps partners move from blame and avoidance to collaboration and trust. Every couple should read it.” ―Joshua Coleman, PhD, Psychologist and author Rules of Estrangement: Why Adult Children Cut Ties and How to Heal the Conflict

“You can hire a financial advisor and you can seek marriage therapy. But getting effective financial guidance from an expert who truly "gets" why couples argue about money, and what they can do to break free of hurtful, dysfunctional fights, now this is a Godsend! This book will help you and your mate find money solutions that work for both of you.” ―Michele Weiner-Davis, author Healing from Infidelity: Sanity-Saving, Expert Advice for Ending the Affair's Grip on Your Marriage NOW!