Thoughts from the Couch Podcast

Perfectionism can look like ambition on the outside, but internally it often feels like pressure, overthinking, anxiety, and the constant belief that nothing is ever quite good enough. In this episode of Thoughts from the Couch, I’m unpacking the mindset shift ambitious female entrepreneurs need to stop letting perfectionism run the show. We explore how perfectionistic thinking develops, why it be...

Building a business can feel incredibly empowering until the pressure to hold everything together starts taking a toll behind the scenes. In this episode of Thoughts from the Couch, I’m joined by Kelly Lorenzen, author, entrepreneur, and founder of Duplicate Myself KLM. Together, we unpack the hidden emotional cost of doing everything yourself and why so many high-achieving women struggle to deleg...

Divorce is never easy but for female entrepreneurs, it can feel especially overwhelming. When your business is something you’ve built from the ground up, the thought of protecting it during a divorce can bring up fear, uncertainty, and a lot of unanswered questions. In this episode of Thoughts from the Couch, I’m joined by divorce attorney, author, and podcast host Katherine Miller. Together, we e...

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your head, or disconnected from yourself while trying to build something meaningful, this conversation brings you back to what actually creates lasting confidence. In this episode, Justine sits down with wellness and embodiment practitioner Yvonne Dellos to talk about what it really takes to break cycles of overthinking, burnout, and self-doubt. Yvonne...

In this episode of Thoughts From the Couch , I sit down with healthcare innovator, researcher, and entrepreneur Lisa Marceau to talk about a topic that deserves far more attention: postpartum mental health for self-employed moms . As a business owner preparing for maternity leave myself, this conversation felt deeply personal. We explored the emotional and practical realities that come with postpa...

In Episode 104 of the Thoughts From the Couch podcast, host Justine Carino sits down with TEDx speaker and lovescaping founder Irene Greaves for a grounded and practical conversation about where we first learn how to love, and how those early lessons shape our adult relationships. This episode explores the powerful question, “Where did you learn to love?” and unpacks how family of origin, culture,...

In Episode 103 of the Thoughts from the Couch podcast, host Justine Carino shares a powerful solo conversation on the concept of emotional inheritance and how it quietly fuels anxiety and burnout in high-achieving women. This episode explores why success doesn’t automatically create a sense of calm and why so many driven, capable women still feel on edge despite building thriving careers and famil...

In Episode 102 of the Thoughts from the Couch podcast, host Justine Carino welcomes therapist and meditation teacher Layne Burkette for a practical conversation about nervous system regulation in everyday life. This episode focuses on what to do when stress reactions take over, even when you’re doing everything “right.” Justine and Layne break down why insight and mindset tools aren’t always acces...

In Episode 101 of the Thoughts from the Couch podcast, host Justine Carino, a psychotherapist and anxiety treatment specialist, sits down with Katya Libin, founder, mentor, and embodiment facilitator for a powerful conversation about redefining success, releasing perfectionism, and leading with more softness and alignment. Katya shares the story behind building Hey Mama, a nationwide community for...

In Episode 100 of the Thoughts from the Couch podcast, Justine sits down with therapist Renee Litt for a powerful conversation about perfectionism and the “striver” part that so many women lean on to feel safe and in control. Using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) approach, they explore how this part formed, why it works so hard, and what it believes it’s protecting us from. Together, they unpack...

In Episode 99 of the Thoughts from the Couch podcast, Justine sits down with therapist and author Eli Weinstein to unpack the invisible load that so many working couples carry behind the scenes. Together, they break down what this mental load actually looks like in day-to-day family life, why it often falls more heavily on one partner, and how resentment can quietly build when the balance feels of...

In Episode 98 of the Thoughts from the Couch podcast, host Justine Carino, a psychotherapist and anxiety treatment specialist, discusses the complex question of whether to stay or leave a marriage. Joined by Andrea Dindinger, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, they explore the factors that lead individuals and couples to question their relationships, the importance of addressing repetitive...

In this episode of Thoughts From the Couch, host Justine Carino sits down with Dr. Romie Mushtaq, a board-certified neurologist, Chief Wellness Officer at Great Wolf Resorts, and bestselling author of The Busy Brain Cure, to talk about the true impact of burnout on the brain and hormones. Dr. Romie opens up about her own experience with life-threatening burnout and the powerful steps she took to h...

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 an...

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....

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 f...

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...

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. Whitn...

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 s...

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...

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 . If you're sober or sober-curious, connect with 2 Sober Girls and see how sobriety can be sexy. Get Effective strategies...

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 you...

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. Effecti...

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" te...

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...