Taxes don't have to feel scary.
Fun, friendly tax prep and financial coaching for real people who want to feel less stressed, more organized, and a whole lot more confident about money. No jargon. No judgment. Just "I've got you."
If money has ever made you feel a little (or a lot) overwhelmed, you're in the right place.
You don't need a stiff accountant in a beige office. You need someone who actually listens, explains things clearly, and helps you build a plan you'll actually stick to.
- Embarrassed about money
- Behind on the paperwork
- Avoiding the mail
- Confused by tax stuff
- Overwhelmed by debt
- Confident & in control
- Organized & on top of it
- Calmly opening every letter
- Actually understanding it
- A real plan to get free
This isn't just tax prep. It's a confidence upgrade.
I love helping people save and make more money — and feel genuinely proud of their progress along the way. Coaching is the heart of what I do.
We'll build a savings system around how YOU actually live — not some generic budget that falls apart by week two.
A spending plan that gives you permission to enjoy your life and still hit your goals. Yes, both. Promise.
A clear, encouraging plan to get out of debt — paired with someone who genuinely celebrates every win with you.
Untangling the shame, the avoidance, and the 'I should already know this' so you can move forward feeling proud.
Year-round strategy so April stops sneaking up on you — and you stop overpaying out of confusion.
What works for me might not work for you. We'll find the options that fit YOUR life, your brain, your goals.
"I love helping people save and make more money."
Whether you want me to explain your taxes line by line — or handle everything without boring you with the details — I've got you.
Everything you need to feel supported with your money.
Pick one. Pick all of them. Or just message me and we'll figure out together what'll help most. There are no wrong questions here.
Friendly, accurate, on-time. Federal and state filing handled with care — and a real human you can ask questions to.
Year-round strategy so the bill stops surprising you and you start keeping more of what you earn.
One-on-one guidance on savings, spending, and the money mindset stuff. Customized to your real life.
Simple systems for building an emergency fund, hitting goals, and giving your future self a high-five.
A spending plan that doesn't feel like punishment. We'll find the version that works for you.
Quick check-ins, encouragement, and answers between filings — because life doesn't pause for tax season.
Got a scary-looking letter? Send it to me. We'll figure it out together, calmly, with a plan.
Not just an April friend. I'm here in July, October, and whenever something weird shows up in your mailbox.
Pacific Northwest warmth, woven into how we work together.
I live in Albany because I love small-town warmth, big green trees, slow coffee mornings, and people who look out for each other. That same energy shows up in every client conversation — relaxed, real, and rooted in community.
Hi, I'm Shasta — and yes, I genuinely love this stuff.
I'm a Certified Public Accountant based in Albany, Oregon — but more than that, I'm the person friends call when their mail pile gets scary or they want to finally feel good about their money.
I treat every client like a person, not just a tax return. That means real conversations, plain-English answers, and zero shame about whatever brought you here. Behind on a few years? Confused by self-employment? Crying about debt? Same. We'll just start where you are.
I love numbers because of what they make possible — bills handled, vacations taken, homes bought, retirements that actually look like rest. Helping people get there is the favorite part of my whole job.
What works for me might not work for you. We'll find the options that work best for you — that you'll actually stick to.
Simple, organized, and actually welcoming.
The whole experience is built to take stuff OFF your plate — not pile more on. Easy forms, clear next steps, real human communication.
A short, no-pressure intro call (or message) so we can see if we're a good fit. Nothing scary. Promise.
A friendly online intake form, secure document upload, and a clear checklist. No mountains of paperwork.
Whether it's tax prep, coaching, or both — we'll map out the path together so you know exactly what's next.
Quick messages, check-ins, and answers between filings. You're not on your own after April.
From people who used to feel weird about money — and don't anymore.
"Shasta made me feel like a normal human for the first time talking about money. I left our first call actually excited to organize my finances. Who DOES that?!"
"I'd been avoiding my taxes for two years. Shasta didn't flinch — she just made a plan, walked me through it, and now I'm caught up and weirdly proud of my filing cabinet."
"The coaching changed my life. I paid off a credit card, started saving, and stopped feeling sick every time I checked my bank account. She is THE BEST."
You deserve to feel good about your money.
Let's make taxes and money way less stressful.
One easy conversation. No commitment, no jargon, no pressure. Just a real chat about what's going on and how I can help.
