How Dr. Carr Balanced Motherhood and a Thriving Psychology Practice

How Dr. Carr Balanced Motherhood and a Thriving Psychology Practice

From Veterans to Success by Joe O'Connor

December 4, 2025 · 57 min · Episode 93

About this episode

Joe O'Connor interviews Dr. Elizabeth Carr about her journey from military psychologist to private practice owner and the balance of motherhood and career.

In this episode, Joe engages in a captivating conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Carr, a former military psychologist turned successful private practice owner. They explore Elizabeth's journey from her childhood experiences in Girl Scouts to her military career, where she discovered her passion for mental health. Elizabeth shares valuable insights on stress management, the significance of building a strong support network, and the lessons learned from her military background that have shaped her approach to leadership and business. KEY TAKEAWAYS Seeking guidance from mentors or coaches can significantly enhance personal and professional growth. Engaging with those who have more experience can help navigate challenges and avoid costly mistakes. Successfully managing a career while raising children requires flexibility and creativity. Strategies such as delegating responsibilities and utilising support systems, like nannies or family, can ease the transition back to work. Effective stress management involves recognising the limits of what can be accomplished and being selective about where to invest energy. Accepting that not every idea can be pursued helps reduce stress and maintain…

People in this episode

Host: Joe O'Connor

Guest: Dr. Elizabeth Carr

Topics covered

  • motherhood
  • psychology
  • military experience
  • stress management
  • leadership
  • support networks

Keywords

  • psychology
  • military
  • motherhood
  • stress management
  • leadership
  • support systems

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Girl Scouts, military

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