Financial Planners for Women
We are passionate about helping independent women gain control of their finances and live the lives they truly want.
During the interview with the Founder of Align Financial Solutions, Hazel Secco, CFP ®, CDFA ®
We are advocates for women’s financial and mental well-being. Unfortunately, there’s still significant stigma surrounding women’s financial and mental health that demands our utmost attention now.
Meet Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA®, Founder and CEO
From a young age, Hazel learned the weight of financial instability, the burden of uncertainty looming over her family due to her father’s gambling addiction. It shaped her worldview, fueling her obsession with securing stability and avoiding the specter of homelessness, which felt uncomfortably close.
Fresh out of college, Hazel dove headfirst into the world of finance, hustling relentlessly as a financial advisor. Money poured in, and accolades followed, but the true cost began to reveal itself. She was in a constant battle with panic attacks and debilitating anxiety, signaling that the life she was living was unsustainable.
At 27, Hazel reached a breaking point. Despite the facade of success from seemingly having everything—being married and owning a home at a young age—she found herself trapped in a constant fear of losing it all, a haunting echo of childhood financial trauma. But in the moment of despair, she found clarity and determination.
Hazel founded Align Financial Solutions, not just as a business venture, but as a lifeline for women like her—accomplished, driven, but burdened by the relentless pursuit of financial security. Her mission became clear: to empower these superwomen to take control of their finances, to break free from the cycle of fear and exhaustion, and to live lives of abundance!
Through Align Financial Solutions, Hazel offers not just financial guidance, but a pathway to liberation—a chance for women to rewrite their narratives, reclaim their power, and build the lives they truly desire. Because every woman deserves to be the heroine of her own story, free from the shackles of financial insecurity.
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Our Team Member
Hannah Reynolds
Office Administrative Assistant
Align Financial Solutions takes client services seriously. Hannah will be the front and center of our client services team.
Hannah brings an enthusiastic commitment to empowering women with financial freedom to our team. She attended SUNY at Cortland with a focus on Finance and Economics. She approaches her work with a dedicated mindset to serve our clients with care and empathy. Hence, her passion and proficiency make her an invaluable asset to our team at Align Financial Solutions.
Outside of work, Hannah resides in Hoboken, NJ. She enjoys listening to podcasts and going for walks with friends along the Hudson River. Also, she loves making new recipes she finds on Tiktok.
Email Hannah at hannah@alignfinancialsolutions.com.
Understand the CFP® Difference
Not all financial advisors are the same. CFP® professionals have demonstrated their mastery of financial planning through rigorous education, testing, and experience requirements. They are committed to a fiduciary standard of care, meaning they are legally obligated to act in their clients’ best interests. Additionally, this designation requires ongoing education, ensuring that CFP® professionals are up-to-date on the latest financial planning strategies and industry regulations. With a CFP® professional, you can benefit from their experience, knowledge, and personalized advice to help achieve your financial goals.
Learn more about our commitment to putting clients’ interests first as a CFP®. Contact us to learn more about Financial Planning done for Women by Women.
Our Approach
- Behavioral Finance Coaching plays a crucial role in helping individuals understand their money biases when making decisions. This focus on behavioral finance is vital for coaching individuals through behavior patterns that could slow down wealth growth.
- Empower Through Education: We believe that education is the key to empowerment. Thus, we are committed to providing our clients with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions. With a comprehensive financial plan, we help our clients to make informed financial decisions.
- Proactive Listening: We prioritize proactive and careful listening since we understand the importance of feeling heard. As a financial planner for women after major life transitions, we understand the unique challenges they face. That’s why we focus on being their advocates every step of this challenging period.
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Do you resonate with our mission? Call us today to learn more about how we help women gain control of their finances!