Counseling for Burnout
Are You Feeling Like a Battery That Won’t Hold its Charge Anymore? It Might be Burnout.
Many of us are all-too-familiar with the feeling of burnout — that run down, barely hanging on, run-over-by-a-truck feeling that too often goes along with our modern work lives.
When you’re burned out, you know the status quo isn’t working and it definitely isn’t sustainable. But it’s also difficult to imagine how things can get better.
You find yourself fantasizing about quitting your job, or even finding a new career altogether, but it’s just not practical right now. And you’re too exhausted to even think about updating your CV, let alone interviewing.
Maybe you’ve already tried meditation apps, or read a self-help book, or gone to a self-care workshop at work. And it helped, a little. Especially at first. But it’s not enough. Because the situation creating burnout is still there, seemingly draining the life right out of you.
ALEXIS LÓPEZ,
PSYD
Meet Alexis, Burnout Therapist & Clinical Psychologist
Are you ready for things to change, but not quite sure how to start? I’m a practical, goal oriented therapist who can help you build your anti-burnout toolkit with techniques you can start using right away. We’ll work together to set goals, practice new skills, and celebrate your progress together along the way. (Worksheets and homework optional!)
I specialize in burnout support for women and the LGBTQIA+ professionals with expertise in therapy for women of color, adult children of immigrants, and the Latinx community. Because addressing burnout means taking your whole self and your context into account.
Counseling for Burnout at Stella Nova
Counseling for burnout often blends support for coping with the situation today, with help navigating towards a future where you feel more empowered, effective, and inspired.
Your therapist can help you find clarity on big decisions, learn new skills for boundary setting and communication, or manage the inner critic that’s been especially loud lately. We can help you reconnect with the goals, activities, and values that bring a spark of energy and purpose to your life.
If you think you may be experiencing burnout, a Stella Nova therapist can help. We specialize in therapy for women and nonbinary professionals across a wide variety of industries and experiences, from students preparing to launch their careers, to folks at the top of their game, to mid-life career changers and more. Our diverse team includes therapists with different backgrounds, approaches, and expertise so that we can offer a great match for you.
Burnout Therapists with Current Openings
There’s no good reason to struggle through burnout without support. Our stellar team is ready to help, with therapy online throughout California and New York.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does burnout feel like?
Burnout can put high levels of stress on the body and trigger symptoms like changes in appetite, sleep issues, headaches, or frequent illness. Emotionally, it’s connected to irritability, cynicism, apathy, and hopelessness. We often respond with increased substance use, more frequent comfort eating, withdrawing from people and activities, or neglecting our usual self-care.
Can burnout lead to depression?
Yes, burnout is associated with a higher risk of depression, as well as anxiety and substance use issues. Treatment for burnout should address any co-occuring mental health issues.\