Justine Carino, LMHC

04/29/2026

🎙️ In this episode of Houston Business Radio, I had the opportunity to sit down with Justine Carino to talk about something so many of us are quietly navigating—perfectionism, anxiety, and burnout.

We unpack how perfectionism can actually hold you back in your business, why balance looks different in every season of life, and how setting clear boundaries can help you build a life and career that truly align with what matters most.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or trying to do it all perfectly, this conversation will meet you right where you are.

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04/28/2026

If setting boundaries feels uncomfortable… you’re not doing it wrong.

You’re doing something new.

So many of the women I work with worry that setting limits will damage their relationships — that saying “no” will make them seem difficult, selfish, or uncaring.

But here’s the truth:

The absence of boundaries is what actually creates disconnection.

When you overextend, say yes when you mean no, or avoid expressing your needs… it doesn’t protect your relationships.

It slowly erodes them.

In my latest article for Brainz Magazine, I break down how to set boundaries in a way that actually strengthens your relationships — not harms them.

Because boundaries aren’t walls.

They’re clarity.

They’re self-respect.

They’re what allow you to show up fully present, instead of resentful and depleted.

Inside the article, I share:
• Why boundaries feel so hard (even when you know you need them)
• How to communicate them without triggering defensiveness
• Simple scripts you can start using immediately

If you’ve ever struggled with guilt, people-pleasing, or burnout in your relationships — this is for you.

Read the full article below…

If you’ve ever struggled to say no, felt guilty for needing space, or worried that setting limits might push people away, you’re not alone. As a trained psychotherapist, I’ve seen how deeply this fear runs...

04/23/2026

Your nervous system has to feel safe before your life can expand.

Growth isn't just mindset. It's nervous system capacity.

If you keep hitting the same invisible ceiling, your body might be asking for regulation, not more pressure.

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Guest: Yvonne Dellos ()

04/22/2026

Growing baby #3 and building business #2. What would our grandmothers think? 🤍

04/21/2026

https://www.carinocounseling.com/blog/what-it-really-means-to-be-the-black-sheep-of-the-family

If you’ve ever been the sibling or child who gets blamed, misunderstood, or labeled as difficult, you might have been called the black sheep of the family. The somewhat sinister-sounding phrase often points to a deeply rooted level of unspoken family conflict. From a psychological perspective, th

04/20/2026

Limiting beliefs can keep you stuck long after the moment that created them has passed.

In Episode 106, Yvonne Dellos () shares how carrying the label of being “a mistake” shaped her identity for decades and how letting go of that belief opened the door to confidence, growth, and new opportunities.

What labels are you still carrying that were never yours to begin with?

Many of the thoughts that hold us back aren’t facts. They’re old programming. And awareness is the first step to changing that programming.

If you feel stuck, it might not be because you lack ability. It might be because you're still carrying emotional weight that doesn’t belong to you.

A powerful reminder from this episode:
You can choose to release limiting beliefs. You can choose to rewrite the story.

What belief about yourself are you ready to question?

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04/16/2026

Limiting beliefs often start as labels we never chose but learned to carry.

When you believe something about yourself long enough, it starts shaping your decisions, your confidence, and what you think is possible for your life.

That label isn’t your identity. It’s something you can release.

The moment you stop identifying with a limiting belief is often the moment things begin to open up. New opportunities. New confidence. A different way of showing up.

Ask yourself: What label have I been carrying that’s quietly holding me back?
And more importantly, what would change if I let it go?

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04/13/2026

Healing through emotional awareness starts with one simple but often ignored question: what is your body trying to tell you?

breaks down how your nervous system, emotions, and internal triggers are constantly communicating with you. The problem is, most of us are taught to override those signals instead of listening to them.

If someone’s behavior activates something in you, pause and ask:
What is this showing me about myself?
What part of me feels unsafe right now?
Am I reacting from awareness… or from a dysregulated nervous system?

Because when you stay stuck in fight or flight, your body doesn’t just react, it holds it. And over time, that turns into deeper emotional and physical stress.

Emotional awareness is about learning to listen, regulate, and respond differently.

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04/09/2026

Postpartum mental health is more than just postpartum depression, there are 6 different conditions every new mother should know about.

When we don't name what we're going through, we convince ourselves we're "just tired." We push through. We don't ask for help.

Naming what you're experiencing can be the first step toward getting support.
Postpartum struggles are not a personal failure. They are health conditions that deserve attention and care.

If you're supporting a new mother, remember: Check on her mental health, not just the baby.

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Guest: Lisa Marceau

04/06/2026

After your first baby, your biggest skill won’t be productivity, it will be learning what to let go of.

New moms need to focus on priorities, protect their capacity, and set boundaries instead of starting everything at once. Boundaries aren’t permanent endings. They are intentional pauses that protect your mental health and your family.

A powerful question to reflect on:
What are you holding onto that your current season of life no longer has space for?

Permission to pause is sometimes the most productive decision you can make.

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04/04/2026

It’s just a matter of time before she’s dancing on tables.

04/03/2026

I’m thrilled to officially announce that I’ll be speaking at KNOW Summit 2026 in Phoenix, AZ, April 12-14th!

This incredible event brings together powerhouse women from all industries for deep connection, real conversations, and serious growth. I’ll be leading a panel discussion on “Perfectionism is the Bottleneck to Your Business: Scale Without Self-Sabotage”and I’d love to see some familiar faces in the room!

Grab your ticket at summit.theknowwomen.com

Let’s rise together.