When Stress Becomes Burnout
You're exhausted yet unable to rest effectively. Work extends into home life through devices and constant connectivity. You've lost enthusiasm for projects you once found engaging. Family receives what remains of your energy after work depletes you. You consider escaping but have responsibilities you can't abandon.
This isn't typical stress—it's burnout.
How Burnout Affects Men
Chronic stress and burnout create:
- Physical exhaustion that rest doesn't resolve
- Cynicism about work and decreased performance
- Emotional detachment from family and friends
- Difficulty concentrating or retaining information
- Increased illness and physical symptoms
- Loss of identity beyond professional role
- Using substances to cope with demands
- Feeling trapped without viable alternatives
How Therapy Helps with Burnout
We work on sustainable change, not just temporary stress reduction:
Boundary Setting
Learn to decline requests without guilt. Protect time and energy for what matters most.
Priority Reset
Identify what's truly essential versus what feels urgent. Align actions with values.
Recovery Strategies
Build genuine rest into life, not just exhausted collapse. Active recovery that actually restores energy.
Systemic Change
Address workplace dynamics and home responsibilities that perpetuate burnout.
What Our Virtual Sessions Look Like
Sessions balance immediate relief with long-term change:
Energy Audit
Identify what depletes and restores you
Boundary Practice
Role-play difficult conversations
Micro-Recovery
Build small restoration moments into daily life
Strategic Planning
Create realistic paths to sustainable work-life integration
We acknowledge you can't simply quit your job or abandon responsibilities. Change happens within real constraints.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I can't reduce my workload?
We work with reality. If workload is fixed, we focus on energy management, boundaries around work, and maximizing recovery time.
How is burnout different from depression?
Burnout is specifically work-related exhaustion. Depression affects all life areas. They often overlap and we can address both. Learn more about our depression support.
Will therapy help with physical symptoms?
Many physical symptoms improve as stress reduces and recovery improves. We also help you advocate for appropriate medical care when needed.
What if my workplace is toxic?
We can work on coping strategies while you're there and support planning for eventual change when possible. If you're also dealing with anxiety, we can address that too.
How long does burnout recovery take?
Initial relief often comes within weeks. Full recovery varies depending on severity and ability to modify stressors.
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