Online Therapy In Chicago and Across Illinois

burnout therapy for students and working professionals

Restoring balance back into your life within work/school, relationships, and your personal life.

“I am sorry, I just don’t have the time”
“I feel like I never get a moment to relax ”
“I feel like I live at my job”
“Yes boss, I can stay a few more hours”
“If I don’t get this done, I won’t be able to get ahead”

Do any of these statements sound familiar?Chances are you may have found yourself burning the candle at both ends more often than you would like. Or maybe you struggle with people pleasing and have trouble saying “no” to others. Perhaps you even feel like you are on autopilot. This is called burnout. You enter into this state when your batteries are completely depleted.

When your batteries are dead, you feel exhausted, disengaged, and restless. Your productivity then begins to plummet. You may also manifest physical ailments such as sleep disorders, pain, depression, or even a weakened immune system. Without a course correction, life can sometimes start to spiral. Sometimes it’s hard to figure out where to start. I want you to know you can be successful and live your life too.

MY APPROACH TO OVERCOMING BURNOUT

FIND THE CAUSE OF BURNOUT

Did you know there are many different types of burnout and you can have more than one at the same time? Typically, this can come from being overworked, socially burned out, or even by being too bored. Together, we are going to assess which type(s) you have and what you need to prioritize. You learn how to listen to your body when you’ve had enough, set boundaries, and implement strategies for change.

LEARN HOW TO RECHARGE

The path to burnout recovery involves finding what recharges your batteries. Ask yourself the question: “What would I do with my free time if I had it?” or “What would I prioritize if I had the energy”. Here you will learn to set reasonable limits for yourself and create a culture that’s more freeing.

CHANGE YOUR MINDSET

Your mindset influences how you deal with every challenge in life. Driving yourself by criticism and telling yourself you aren’t doing enough will only lead to more burnout. We will work on your inner pessimist and start focusing on change that is calm, reasonable, and effective.

COUNSELING FOR BURNOUT CAN HELP YOU….

  • Help you set boundaries that are healthy, practical, and empowering

  • Restore your free time, spend more time with things you enjoy, and wake up feeling recharged

  • Learn how to say “no” without the fear of repercussions

  • Feel more confident and empowered and eliminate the need to “people please”

  • Stop feeling detached and feeling envious of others who are having fun

  • Give yourself a chance to change and grow

  • Feel more happy and fulfilled

Frequently Asked Questions about ONLINE THERAPY FOR BURNOUT

  • Sessions are typically 60 minute session. In the first session, we will talk about your background, issues you would like to work on, and goals for therapy. Collaboration is key! As we progress through our sessions, I will frequently check in to see if we are meeting your needs.

  • The length of treatment varies from individual to individual. Some need longer treatment, while others may just need a shorter amount of time.

  • If you truly want to overcome burnout, then it has to come with prioritizing your mental wellness. This might include making necessary shifts in your lifestyle to accommodate your needs. While this might not always be the case, it will be something we can work on together.

  • While Burnout can co-occur with other conditions, it typically can present in a few different ways. This can include being disengaged from work/school, being short fused or emotionally unavailable, feeling drained on a consistent basis, or frequently neglecting hobbies.

  • Rates of burnout skyrocketed after the pandemic. As a consequence, burnout has been linked to many physical health conditions that include sleep disorders, pain, cardiovascular disease, depression, or even a weakened immune system.