Build boundaries that last in 90 days
Stop saying yes to everyone else and start honoring what you actually need. I'll help you discover that boundaries actually deepen your most important relationships.
Say no without the aftermath
Stop the automatic yes before it leaves your mouth
Relationships that feel honest instead of strained
★★★★★ Trusted by 50+ boundary makers
★★★★★ Trusted by 50+ boundary makers
THE TRUTH
Your nervous system isn't broken—it's running an outdated program
The automatic yes before your brain catches up. The weight in your chest when someone asks for something. The exhaustion in your bones from always being the one who understands, who shows up, who shrinks so others can expand.
These aren't character flaws. They're survival responses that kept you safe once but now keep you stuck.
When you work with your biology instead of against it, change becomes possible.
What shifts when you stop fighting yourself?
The pause returns
You'll catch that phantom yes before it leaves your mouth. The critical seconds between the ask and your answer become yours again. Your body learns it's safe to pause, safe to think, safe to choose.
No without aftermath
Setting a boundary won't send your body into panic. The racing heart and overwhelming shame fade as your nervous system learns it's safe to disappoint people.
Your energy returns
Fawning drains you. When you stop scanning rooms and predicting moods, you reclaim massive reserves of mental and physical energy. You recover 5–10 hours weekly to invest in your own priorities.
The real you emerges
Beneath the accommodation lives your actual self—your preferences, your hunger, your power. We peel back the layers so you can come home to who you really are. Your closest relationships deepen because resentment no longer underlies them.
Framework
The beautiful boundaries journey unfolds in four stages
This framework guides you from awareness to embodied change.
I can’t
The sacred pause where you stop bypassing your own exhaustion and finally acknowledge that the cost is too high.
I can
Shifting from victim to architect. Understanding that you actually have the power to change the terms of engagement.
I will
Crossing the threshold from theory to practice. The courageous act of drawing the line, even if your voice shakes.
I did
Living in the relief of honest relationships. The quiet confidence that comes from knowing you finally have your own back.
What changes for my clients
"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."
Zoar
Market Research
"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 engaging and filled with practical strategies I can apply in my daily life. I've gained more clarity and confidence. If you're looking to create healthier boundaries and overcome people-pleasing, Carie is the perfect guide."
Ekaterina
Photographer
"Working with Carie has been one of the most empowering experiences in my professional journey. She provided practical tools on work-life balance, setting priorities, time management, and problem-solving—but also a space where I felt truly heard and supported. Because of her guidance, I've gained clarity on my goals, greater confidence in my decision-making, and a deeper sense of authenticity. I've learned to be kinder to myself and to embrace the value of showing up as who I truly am."
Lan J
Scientific Engagement
"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
Life Coach/Former Attorney
About
I was you, and now I help others find their way back
For years, I ran on fumes. I said yes to everything, felt guilty about nothing, and woke up exhausted. Then I learned that boundaries aren't selfish—they're survival. Now I guide people-pleasers toward the same relief I found.
ACC ICF certified coach
Wayfinder Life Coach Training
Nervous system specialist
Questions you're probably asking yourself
You've been turning these over in your mind—wondering if this will work, if you're ready, if change is even possible for someone who's been this way forever. Here's what I'd tell you if we were already talking.
How is this different from therapy?
Therapy often focuses on understanding where patterns came from. Coaching focuses on what to do next. We'll touch on origins when helpful, but the work is about building new responses your nervous system can actually sustain. Many clients do both—they're complementary.
What if people get mad when I set boundaries?
Some might react. That's not yours to manage. We work through the fear of that reaction so you can set boundaries anyway. Your relief matters more than keeping everyone comfortable.
Do I have to become confrontational or cold?
No. Boundaries are about honoring what you need, not punishing others. We work with your nervous system so you can communicate clearly without hardening yourself. Most clients find their relationships improve, not worsen.
How long before I feel different?
It varies. Some clients feel relief within weeks. Others need a few months of practice before it sticks. The Boundary Audit gives you clarity fast. The Exhale Sessions offer deeper rewiring over twelve weeks. The Collective lets you learn alongside others while you figure out your pace.
What if I start and realize I'm not ready?
Your body will tell us. We settle your nervous system first, then build from there. Readiness isn't a prerequisite—safety is. If something feels too fast, we slow down. You won't be pushed past what your system can handle.
What happens between sessions?
In the Exhale Sessions, you have unlimited Voxer access for real-time support when a boundary moment hits. In the Collective, you have the community thread. The Boundary Audit is a single session with a clear action plan to implement on your own.
What if my partner or family doesn't support this work?
This comes up a lot. The people closest to you have adapted to your patterns too—your over-giving works for them, even if it's draining you. As you change, some relationships will shift. We work through how to navigate that without abandoning yourself or the people you love. Often, the relationships that matter most actually deepen once resentment stops running underneath them.
Can I switch programs if I realize I need something different?
Yes. If you start with the Boundary Audit and realize you want deeper support, we can apply your investment toward the Exhale Sessions or the Collective. If you're in group and want private coaching, we'll figure out a path. The goal is your relief, not locking you into something that isn't working.
Still have questions?
Start where you are
Not sure which path fits? Take the quiz to see where your boundaries need attention, or schedule a call to talk it through.
| Boundary Audit | Exhale Sessions | Boundary Collective | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Getting clarity fast | Deep 1:1 rewiring | Learning with others |
| Format | One 90-min session | 12 weekly or bi-weekly private sessions | 8 bi-weekly group sessions |
| Support | Action plan to implement alone | Unlimited async support between sessions | Community support + 1 private session |
| Investment | $197 | $2,497 | $599 |
| Timeline | Single session | 12 weeks | 4 months |
| Book Audit | Apply Now | Join Waitlist |