In this episode of Thoughts From the Couch, host Justine Carino speaks with Dr. Jeanette Linder and Michelle Lance, founders of Lance Linder, about the dangers of burnout and the importance of self-care for women in high-performance environments.
They share their personal experiences with burnout, the emotional and physical dangers of overworking, and the tools women can use to lead with power and navigate their careers without sacrificing their well-being.
The conversation emphasizes the significance of authenticity, mentorship, and the mind-body connection in achieving a balanced and fulfilling life.
Download my free guide: 6 Signs That Your Perfectionism is Getting In The Way Of Your Happiness
Learn more about Dr. Jeanette Linder and Michelle Lance’s work at:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/lance-linder-llc/
In this episode of Thoughts From the Couch, Justine Carino, LMHC discusses the signs that indicate it's time to consider medication to treat an anxiety disorder with board-certified psychiatrist, Dr. Mona Amini. These mental health powerhouses explore the importance of understanding anxiety disorders, the role of medication in treatment, and address common myths surrounding psychiatric medication. Dr. Amini emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to mental health, combining therapy, lifestyle changes, and medication when necessary.
The conversation aims to destigmatize mental health treatment and empower individuals to seek the help they need.
Learn more about my Worry Workshop Series at: carinocounseling.com/worry-workshop
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In this episode of the Thoughts on the Couch Podcast, psychotherapists Justine Carino, LMHC and Anne-Marie Conlan, LMHC delve into the complexities of perfectionism and particularly how it manifests in high-achieving women. They explore the common core beliefs and thinking traps that perfectionists face, the role of cognitive behavioral therapy in managing these issues, and practical strategies for overcoming perfectionistic tendencies.
The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and the need to challenge unrealistic standards to reduce anxiety and stress.
Download my free guide 5 Ways to Let Go of Perfectionism and Still Get Things Done at: carinocounseling.com/perfectionism
Learn more about Anne-Marie’s work at: https://www.carinocounseling.com/anne-marie-conlan
In this episode of Thoughts From the Couch, host Justine Carino speaks with Dr. Jeanette Linder and Michelle Lance, founders of Lance Linder, about the dangers of burnout and the importance of self-care for women in high-performance environments.
They share their personal experiences with burnout, the emotional and physical dangers of overworking, and the tools women can use to lead with power and navigate their careers without sacrificing their well-being.
The conversation emphasizes the significance of authenticity, mentorship, and the mind-body connection in achieving a balanced and fulfilling life.
Download my free guide: 6 Signs That Your Perfectionism is Getting In The Way Of Your Happiness
Learn more about Dr. Jeanette Linder and Michelle Lance’s work at:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/lance-linder-llc/
Motherhood and entrepreneurship don’t come with a guidebook and doing both at once can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I sit down with four powerhouse women to share the real highs and lows of being a self-employed mom. We talk about messy routines, mom guilt, marriage, friendships, and what it takes to grow a business while raising kids.
Joining me are:
Alessandra Cortina, civil litigator and founder of The Lawyerista, helping women protect their businesses.
Dana Carretta-Stein, therapist, practice owner, and EMDR coach supporting clients and clinicians | https://www.theemdrcoach.com/
Donna Stefans, attorney and wealth advisor helping families plan and protect their futures | wealthadvisoryassoc.com
Andrea Merrill, messaging architect and speaker coach, helping women turn their stories into revenue | andreamerrill.co
If you’ve ever felt guilty for not “doing it all,” this conversation will remind you that no one really is and that’s okay.
Learn more about my Worry Workshop Series at: carinocounseling.com/worry-workshop
Work-life balance sounds good in theory but for working moms, it often feels impossible. In this episode, I sit down with Whitnee Hawthorne, author, speaker, and founder of The Savvy Working Mom, to break down the myths that keep us stuck in burnout.
We talk about why delegation is so hard, how perfectionism shows up in motherhood, and the emotional weight we carry when we try to do it all. Whitnee shares her “Shine, Manage, Surrender” mindset and 7 D’s of Delegation, real tools to help you protect your energy and stop doing everything alone.
If you’re stretched thin and constantly stuck in over-functioning mode, I also teach tools to break the perfectionism-worry cycle through my workshop series at carinocounseling.com/worry-workshop.
Learn more about Whitnee’s work at www.thesavvyworkingmom.com , and check out her book The Savvy Working Mom: https://thesavvyworkingmom.com/book/
As a self-employed mom, I know what it’s like to carry the weight of a business and a family at the same time. In this solo episode, I’m breaking down the invisible stressors that so many of us face, decision fatigue, financial pressure, time scarcity, mom guilt and why they leave us feeling burned out, even when everything looks fine on the outside.
If you’re constantly chasing productivity and still feel like it’s not enough, this episode is for you. You will come across honest truths, mindset shifts, and small but powerful ways to care for yourself without losing momentum in your work or at home.
I also teach tools to break the perfectionism-worry cycle through my workshop series at carinocounseling.com/worry-workshop.
Cutting off family members isn't healing—it's often another form of fusion. I'm seeing this trend everywhere and it's actually preventing real resolution.
Family estrangement has become socially acceptable in our individualistic culture. We're applying friendship rules to family relationships, which creates more loneliness.
This episode with therapist Rachel Hack will challenge your thinking about family boundaries. We explore when estrangement is necessary versus when it's avoidance masquerading as self-protection.
Get Effective strategies to end intrusive thoughts and the mom-guilt of not being present from a fellow working mom/therapist.
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Alcohol can easily become something that takes more than it gives. What do you do when you get to that point?
Do you need to go full sober? Is the "fun" worth the results?
Today I'm diving into the alcohol balance-beam with Michaela and Erinn of 2 SOBER GIRLS.
Hormones aren’t making you crazy—they’re trying to help you heal.
Dr. Ulrike Kaunzner and Terry Chang from Two Moons Health join me to challenge the shame around PMS by embracing its natural wisdom - and revealing some life-saving micro-tools to balance hormones naturally.
Learn how menstrual cycle phases impact your mood and mental health.
Ditch the mood swings, balance your hormones, and own your cycle every month with Zest & Zen seed-cycling capsules.
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Learn more about Two Moons Health:
Get Effective strategies to end intrusive thoughts and the mom-guilt of not being present from a fellow working mom/therapist.
Sleep isn't just about closing your eyes and hoping. Most insomnia treatments completely miss the behavioral conditioning piece.
I brought in Dr. Shelby Harris, the Sleep Doctor herself. She's revolutionizing how we approach women's sleep disorders today.
This episode breaks down real insomnia versus normal sleep struggles. You'll learn why tracking devices make anxiety worse, not better.
People-pleasing isn't a virtue, it's a prison holding you back from true success. My journey with burnout taught me that abandoning boundaries often leads to complete collapse.
I ghosted my own podcast for 6 months after hitting rock bottom with burnout. The constant pressure to serve everyone left me empty, forcing me to rediscover what truly matters.
I want to show you my fool-proof, "I Feel" technique for setting boundaries as a recovering people-pleaser. You'll learn to communicate assertively without guilt while still maintaining relationships that matter.
Perfectionism isn't always bad. It's a natural impulse to bridge the gap between ideal and reality.
There are five types of perfectionists: classic, procrastinator, messy, intense, and Parisian. Each type has unique strengths and challenges in different contexts.
I will help you identify your perfectionist type and learn how to harness its power.
You'll discover the difference between healthy and unhealthy perfectionism, and gain tools for self-compassion.
6 Signs Your Perfectionism is Getting In The Way Of Your Happiness
Mindset work alone won't solve your entrepreneurial burnout. A regulated nervous system is crucial for overcoming anxiety and overwhelm.
As a psychotherapist and anxiety specialist, I've seen how dysregulation impacts business decisions and personal well-being. Ambitious entrepreneurs often struggle with physical and emotional symptoms of stress.
In this episode, attorney and life coach Michelle Grosser shares practical tips for nervous system regulation. Learn body-based practices and a six-step framework to heal from burnout and achieve success.
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In this episode, I'm taking you on a journey through your brain's anxiety pathway. As a psychotherapist specializing in anxiety treatment, I'll break down the science behind what happens when anxiety strikes and how different parts of your brain respond. You'll learn practical strategies to calm your anxious mind, including box breathing, the "name it to tame it" method, and the Rainbow Room exercise. I'll also share personal examples, including how I helped my daughter overcome camp anxiety. Whether you're dealing with chronic worry or panic attacks, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable tips to help you better understand and manage your anxiety. Are you a people pleaser? Find out with this quiz. Moonbird: Get more info: https://www.carinocounseling.com
Over-functioning in relationships is more common than you think. Many perfectionistic women struggle with it, leading to resentment. Overfunctioning means taking on excessive responsibilities to manage anxiety and control situations. I'm walking through what over-functioning looks like in marriages. I'll explore its origins, often rooted in childhood roles like being a caretaker. You'll learn to identify signs of over-functioning and how to make positive changes. This will help you find balance and reduce stress in your relationships. Struggle with people-pleasing? Find out why, and how to stop it. 3 ways I can help:
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Deep breathing is underrated for managing anxiety and stress. It's one of the most effective, natural ways to calm your mind and body.
In this episode, I chat with Stephanie Broes, CEO of Moonbird. She shares her journey of using breathwork to conquer insomnia and explains why it's so impactful.
Learn the science behind breathwork and how to start your own practice today.
Discover how Moonbird can be a practical tool to bring peace and calm into your daily life.
Moonbird $20 off with code Justine20
Stephanie Broes is the CEO and co-founder of moonbird, a health tech start-up active in the well-being space.
Moonbird is the world's first handheld breath pacer and is all about making breathwork accessible to let people live healthier and happier lives. The product is used to decrease stress, manage anxiety and combat insomnia. Stefanie has a medical background, a PhD in pharmaceutical sciences, and a masters in IP and data protection law.
When she discovered the effectiveness of breathing exercises to tackle her own insomnia she submerged herself in the matter. Before starting moonbird there was no company translating scientific insights into attractive end products for consumers.
This is why moonbird exists - to make breathwork accessible, cool, and convenient.
https://www.instagram.com/moonbird.life/
If you like this podcast, you’ll probably also like The Nourished Era.
Chrissy Williams breaks down the why behind hormonal health to help you enter your own nourished era.
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Thinking traps create more anxiety than necessary! Let's see how your thoughts influence anxiety, panic, and even depression. I'm sharing 12 common thinking traps that exacerbate anxiety.
In this episode, I break down how rigid thinking patterns can create undue stress. Understanding these traps is the first step to managing your anxiety.
Discover strategies to combat irrational thoughts and celebrate small wins. This episode will help you challenge core beliefs and adopt a flexible mindset. Learn to stay present and reduce anxiety by focusing on current gratitudes.
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0:00 - Intro: 12 Thinking Traps That Create Anxiety 1:42 - Magnification and Catastrophizing 4:15 - Overgeneralizing and Fortune Telling 6:32 - Mind Reading and Emotional Reasoning 9:08 - Disqualifying the Positive & "Should" Statements 11:25 - All-or-Nothing Thinking 13:10 - Techniques to Challenge Anxious Thoughts
Our rage is rooted in unprocessed childhood trauma. I was never taught to process my emotions as a child. When triggered now, that old wounding reactivates. My body protects itself through rage, not realizing I'm an adult.
We have two categories of triggers - external (chaos, noise, lack of support) and internal (beliefs, fears, trauma). External triggers are unavoidable as parents. But building internal awareness reveals why the external affects us so deeply.
Through inner child work, we heal by naming emotions, visualizing our younger self, and uncovering root memories driving our triggers. Then we can reparent ourselves with self-compassion. Normalize the struggle - you're not alone. Act from your values, not just reactions.
Get more info: https://www.carinocounseling.com
0:00 What is Mom Rage?
4:16 Internal vs External Triggers
9:23 The Role of Childhood Trauma
14:39 Building Emotional Awareness
20:11 Normalizing the Struggle
25:37 Acting From Your Values
30:43 Letting Go of Control
36:15 Inner Child Reparenting
Guest Info:
Connect with Tina Hamilton on Instagram @healingparentcoach or her website here.
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In this episode, I sit down with Amy Schoenthal, author of "The Setback Cycle," to discuss how major setbacks can unexpectedly lead to powerful breakthroughs for successful women. Drawing from her interviews with hundreds of leaders, Amy shares the four-stage framework from her book that helps individuals embrace pivotal moments and carve new paths forward.
This episode dives into:
Guest Info:
Connect with Amy on Instagram @amysho or her website here.
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