Feeling like there is never enough time to decompress can slowly chip away at your energy, focus, and sense of self.
I work with people across the UK and Europe who are trying to keep everything afloat while quietly wondering when the exhaustion will stop.
Counselling offers a steady, once-a-week appointment where you can pause, untangle competing demands, and rebuild your internal resources without another task list.
How stress and burnout show up day to day
- Waking up already tired, relying on caffeine or adrenaline to get going.
- Feeling irritable or numb with colleagues, family, or friends.
- Forgetting small details or making uncharacteristic mistakes.
- Experiencing headaches, muscle tension, or sleep disruption.
- Losing interest in hobbies because rest feels like a luxury.
- Thinking "if I can just make it through this week" while the cycle repeats.
Why stress and burnout can be so persistent
Workplaces, caring responsibilities, and the financial climate often reward overextending yourself.
Even when you know change is necessary, guilt and fear of letting people down can keep you pushing past your limits. Burnout also impacts your nervous system, making it harder to think clearly about boundaries or alternative choices.
Without intentional support, the pressure quietly increases until your body forces a pause through illness or emotional shutdown.
How counselling helps you recover at a humane pace
Counselling gives you a protected 50 minutes every week to notice what your mind and body are communicating. My hope is that you can use this time to explore what drains you, identify pockets of relief, and experiment with boundaries that do not rely on constant productivity.
Approaches we might draw on for stress and burnout
- EMDR resourcing to soothe nervous system hyperarousal and rebuild a sense of safety.
- Compassion-focused strategies to soften the inner critic that demands perfection.
- Values-based work to reconnect with what matters beyond endless output.
Support for men juggling chronic stress
Men are often socialised to prove their value through endurance. Suck it up! Tough it out!
In our work, we can unpack messages around masculinity, productivity, and emotional expression so that you do not have to keep coping alone.
Many men appreciate having a space where they can speak candidly about pressure at work, parenting expectations, or fear of failure without judgement.
An LGBTQ+ affirmative space for burnout recovery
Minority stress adds extra layers of vigilance and advocacy to everyday life. As an LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapist, I pay attention to how discrimination, coming out fatigue, or community responsibilities may fuel exhaustion. We can explore ways to replenish yourself while staying connected to the parts of your identity that feel life-giving.
Frequently asked questions about stress & burnout therapy
Will online counselling feel like another meeting in my calendar?
Sessions are conversational rather than performance-based. Because we meet at a consistent time each week, many people find the predictability grounding rather than draining.
Can therapy help if I cannot change my workload immediately?
We focus on restoring your capacity, clarifying boundaries, and identifying small shifts that fit your current reality. We also plan how to advocate for broader changes when opportunities arise.
Do we look at physical health during sessions?
We explore how your body responds to stress and how you can support it. While I do not replace medical care, we integrate strategies that can prioritise your physical wellbeing.
How quickly will I feel less exhausted?
Everyone’s timeline differs. Some people notice pockets of relief when they have space to name what is happening and try manageable changes, while others take longer or need different supports. We keep checking in and adjusting the focus as your needs evolve.
Next steps
If you are ready to reclaim some breathing space, book a free online consultation. We will talk through what has been happening, how burnout is affecting you, and what you hope to feel instead. If we agree to work together, your weekly session will be held at the same time and day, giving you a dependable anchor as you recalibrate.