Feel like you're always saying yes—when you really want to say no?

I help people-pleasers stop apologizing, set boundaries without guilt, and finally live life on their own terms.

How I Help

You’ve spent your life being the reliable one. The peacekeeper.

The one who puts everyone else first and asks for very little in return.

But lately, it feels like you’re running on empty—resentful, exhausted, and wondering if this is all there is.

  • “I don’t even know who I am anymore.”

  • “I feel guilty for wanting more.”

  • “I wish I could stop caring what people think.”

You’re not broken. You’re just burned out from being everything for everyone.
It’s time to put yourself first—for once.

As a certified life coach, I help people like you stop people-pleasing, rebuild their confidence, and finally choose themselves.

Together, we’ll:

  • Uncover the beliefs that keep you stuck

  • Set boundaries without guilt

  • Learn to say no and mean it

  • Create a life that feels like yours

Why Coaching?

Coaching isn’t about fixing you.
It’s about giving you the tools and support to stop shrinking yourself to fit expectations.

You’re worthy of a life that feels good on the inside—not just one that looks good from the outside.

  • From our very first session, Carie created a safe, empowering space that gave me the courage to face my fears.

    Her gentle guidance and deep insights helped me see the world—and myself—in a whole new way. I had been stuck in self-doubt and fear for so long, but working with Carie helped me break free from those limitations. For the first time, I feel truly comfortable with who I am and excited about where I’m headed.

    Melanie, Teacher

  • Carie helped me see what I had been missing all along—it wasn’t just about managing my time, but managing my energy, too.

    For years, I struggled to balance work and self-care, but with her guidance, everything shifted. It’s been a total game-changer—I’m not just getting more done, I’m actually enjoying my research and feeling more fulfilled.

    Lauren G., Graduate Student

  • Carie didn’t just listen, she challenged me in all the right ways. Thanks to her, I feel like a completely new person!

    I’ll admit, I was skeptical about coaching at first, but I was desperate to finally put myself first—and I’m so glad I did. Carie made concepts like limiting thoughts so easy to understand, and her warmth and insight made her one of the easiest people to talk to.

    Natalie, Benefits Manager

  • Carie’s compassionate and insightful approach helped me value my own needs while still being true to myself.

    Working with Carie has been a transformative experience. As an introvert, I struggled with setting boundaries and often found myself falling into the trap of people-pleasing. Carie’s compassionate and insightful approach has helped me understand the importance of valuing my own needs while still being true to myself.

    Her sessions are always engaging and filled with practical strategies that I can apply in my daily life. Carie creates a safe and supportive environment that encourages open discussion and reflection. I’ve gained more clarity and confidence.

    If you're looking to create healthier boundaries and overcome the challenges of people-pleasing, Carie is the perfect guide.

    Ekaterina V., Photographer

  • Carie knows how to hold space and ask profound questions that help me address the blocks holding me back.

    Working with Carie has been a life-changing experience. Carie’s patient and empathetic approach creates a coaching environment where I feel safe to be myself. I can tell that Carie deeply cares about me and the issues I bring to each session. I feel truly supported to discuss my struggles and dreams. Carie knows how to hold space and ask profound questions that help me address the blocks holding me back. She has helped me face life’s challenges with more confidence and resilience which has helped me make sustained changes in my life. I look forward to each session with Carie and I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a safe space within which to begin making lasting changes in their life.

    Cathy H., Life Coach / Former Attorney

  • Working with Carie changed everything for me. I realized my fear of upsetting others was the only thing holding me back from chasing my dream of starting my own business.

    Through her coaching, I learned to trust myself and follow that North Star feeling that kept pulling me in a new direction. Carie helped me cut through all the doubt and insecurity so I could focus on creating a clear, realistic plan to get where I want to go.

    She’s so patient and thoughtful, always giving me space to reflect and figure out what really matters to me. If you’re scared to take a chance or make a big move, I can’t recommend Carie enough—she’ll help you find your courage and your path forward.

    Z. Rodriguez, Market Research

Work with me.

1:1 Private Coaching
Get personalized support to overcome self-doubt, break free from people-pleasing, and build a life where you come first.

“People-pleasing is the slowest form of self-abandonment—one quiet ‘yes’ at a time, until you wake up in a life that no longer feels like your own.”

Book a Free Discovery Call

You don’t need more time. You need permission.
Permission to want more. To stop over-giving. To take up space.

I’m here to help you reclaim your voice and trust yourself again.