THERAPY WITH ME THAT HOLDS YOU WHEN BURNOUT TAKES OVER
Burnout Therapy in Burlingame, CA
Services available virtually throughout California
Burnout can feel like your body is carrying too much—your chest tight, shoulders locked, mind spinning, every task heavier than the last. Thoughts loop endlessly, deadlines loom, and even quiet moments vibrate with tension. Sleep escapes you, energy leaks away, and every decision feels like a mountain. You brace, push, and grind—always on, always exhausted, always not enough. Relief feels impossible, calm unimaginable.
Therapy with me helps you reclaim your body and your life. Through somatic techniques, tension dissolves where it’s been stuck for years. Self-compassion teaches your mind to soften instead of criticize, so you can move through stress with steadiness and clarity. You’ll feel your breath deepen, your chest open, and your body stop bracing—until rest, focus, and energy become natural again. Burnout loses its grip, and you finally inhabit a body and mind that feel steady, strong, and fully alive.
DOES THIS SOUND FAMILIAR?
FOR THE ONE WHO NEVER STOPS
⟡ Your day is packed—emails, meetings, deadlines—but your chest stays tight and your shoulders ache.
⟡ You finish one task only to be pulled into the next, while personal to-dos never stop.
⟡ Taking a break feels impossible; your body holds the tension like an alarm.
⟡ Self-care feels out of reach—exercise, hobbies, even rest seem like luxuries.
⟡ Everyone sees you as capable and “put together,” but inside, you’re running on fumes.
⟡ You compare yourself to others and even your past self, feeling pressure in every muscle.
From Exhausted to Energized — Burnout Therapy Starts Here in Burlingame, California
⟡ From running on empty at work → to moving through your day with energy and ease.
⟡ From replaying mistakes and “what-ifs” → to making choices and letting them go.
⟡ From waking up behind on tasks → to starting the day grounded and focused.
⟡ From saying yes out of obligation → to setting boundaries and prioritizing what matters.
⟡ From avoiding risks or difficult conversations → to taking action with confidence.
Step 1.
We’ll help you feel grounded, steady, and fully supported. In this space, the weight of burnout can be set down. You’ll speak openly about the tension, racing thoughts, and exhaustion in your body—and be met with understanding, so you can start feeling like yourself again.
Step 2.
We’ll explore how burnout shows up in your body and mind—the racing thoughts, tight chest, and endless tension. Together, we’ll begin unraveling these patterns so you can feel seen, supported, and back in control of your day and your life.
Step 3.
You’ll learn to settle your body and mind, release held tension, and quiet the inner critic. With mindfulness and somatic techniques, you’ll move through daily stress with ease, trust your decisions, and feel fully capable and at home in your own skin.
The Unseen Weight of Burnout That Follows You
Burnout isn’t just mental exhaustion — it settles into your body, your focus, and the pace of your life. For many adults, it shows up as:
⟡ A body in overdrive: tight shoulders at your desk, jaw clenched on calls, chest heavy before the day begins.
⟡ A mind that won’t shut off: replaying conversations, second-guessing decisions, thinking about tomorrow before today is done.
⟡ Running on fumes: pushing through meetings, answering late emails, checking boxes as your energy drains.
⟡ Relentless inner pressure: telling yourself to do more, be better, keep up — never enough.
⟡ Rest that doesn’t restore: sleeping but waking tired, taking time off but never unplugging.
⟡ Dreading what’s next: avoiding tough conversations or decisions because everything feels overwhelming.
The 60-Second Self-Compassion Pause for Burnout
Sit comfortably and allow your body to be supported.
Let your hands rest open.
Uncross your legs.
Soften your jaw and let your tongue rest gently in your mouth.
Close your eyes if it feels right.
For one full minute, repeat silently:
“I am allowed to pause.”
or
“I don’t have to earn this moment.”
If it feels supportive, place a hand on your chest and offer yourself the same tone you would use with someone you deeply care about.
⟡ Burnout is fueled by constant pressure and self-demand. This practice interrupts that cycle by pairing physical softening with kindness — teaching your body that rest does not have to be deserved.
FAQs: What to Expect in Burnout Therapy
-
Burnout usually shows up as chronic exhaustion that doesn’t improve with rest, a sense of detachment or cynicism, and feeling like nothing you do is ever enough. Unlike temporary stress, it seeps into your work, your energy, and your overall sense of self, often leaving you frustrated, overwhelmed, and stuck in a cycle of “running on empty.” Therapy helps you identify these patterns, understand how they affect your body and mind, and develop strategies to restore energy and balance.
-
Burnout therapy combines traditional talk therapy with practical, body-centered approaches. You’ll explore how stress and overwork show up in your mind, body, and daily habits, then practice mindfulness, somatic exercises, and pacing strategies to release tension, regulate your energy, and reconnect with your focus. Sessions are collaborative and tailored to your life, helping you create tools that make each day feel more manageable and less overwhelming.
-
Not at all. While work is often a major trigger, burnout affects every area of life—sleep, self-care, relationships, decision-making, and even simple daily routines. Therapy addresses the full picture, helping you notice where stress lives in your body, your thoughts, and your habits. Over time, you learn to move through daily life with steadiness, clarity, and energy, not just survive work hours but feel present and grounded in everything you do.
-
Everyone’s experience is different, but many people notice small shifts in tension, focus, or energy within a few sessions. Burnout is deeply ingrained, so therapy is about more than quick fixes—it’s about retraining your body and mind, building sustainable habits, and learning to manage pressure before it spirals. Over time, these changes add up, allowing you to experience relief, clarity, and motivation in a lasting way.
-
I combine attachment-based approaches, mindfulness, and somatic therapy to tackle burnout from multiple angles. We work with both your body and your mind, noticing the tension, habits, and triggers that keep stress and exhaustion cycling. You’ll learn how to settle your body under pressure, make decisions without overthinking, and build daily practices that restore energy, focus, and confidence — so you can move through work and life with steadiness instead of constant overwhelm.
-
I am currently out-of-network, but I provide superbills that many clients submit to their PPO plans for partial reimbursement. Coverage varies by plan, so it’s best to check with your insurance provider. I can guide you through the superbill process and provide documentation to make reimbursement as smooth as possible. Many clients find that even out-of-network sessions can be partially covered, making therapy more accessible. My current rate is $200 for a 50 minute session.
Meet your Anxiety Therapist in Burlingame, California
Hi, I’m Elizabeth. I’m an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist specializing in burnout therapy for adults who feel like they’re always “on.” If your chest stays tight long after work ends, your mind replays decisions at 2 a.m., and rest feels impossible, you know the quiet weight of chronic exhaustion. Burnout doesn’t just live in your schedule—it lives in your body.
I work with adults stretched thin by demanding careers, endless responsibilities, and the pressure to keep performing. The kind of burnout that makes you snap at people you care about, second-guess yourself for hours, or feel numb in moments that should matter. On the outside, you look like you’ve got it together. Inside, your body is running on empty.
In our work, you’ll retrain your body to release the constant tension and quiet the relentless inner critic. You’ll notice your shoulders drop before the day even begins, your mind stops racing through every to-do, and decisions no longer feel like life-or-death. Over time, overwhelm loses its grip, your energy comes back in steady waves, and you move through work and life with focus, ease, and the surprising freedom of simply feeling like yourself again.
Looking for More Support?
Explore Other Services
Anxiety Therapy
For anyone whose mind never stops racing,and feels like nothing they do is ever enough — ready to find calm and clarity.
⟡ Understand why anxiety shows up and how it affects your daily life
⟡ Learn practical tools to manage worry and racing thoughts
⟡ Build confidence, resilience, and a grounded relationship with yourself
Perfectionism Therapy
For anyone who struggles with constant self-criticism, fear of not being “enough,” or the pressure to perform perfectly, and is ready to reconnect with their own values and self-compassion.
⟡ Explore patterns of perfectionism and self-criticism
⟡ Develop tools for setting boundaries and prioritizing your needs
⟡ Build self-trust, confidence, and a healthier relationship with yourself
Stress Therapy
For anyone feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or constantly “on edge,” and ready to find relief and regain balance in daily life.
⟡ Identify stress patterns and triggers in your life
⟡ Learn practical tools to manage overwhelm and calm your nervous system
⟡ Build resilience, boundaries, and sustainable coping strategies