Burnout Counseling

Burnout counseling with me is practical and conversational. First we’ll map what’s driving your burnout, such as workload, perfectionism, people-pleasing, weak boundaries, or work that no longer fits your values. Then we use evidence-informed tools like CBT to calm your nervous system, change the thinking patterns that keep you overextended, and build small habits that last. I see clients in person at my Boise office near Ann Morrison Park and online across Idaho.

Burnout usually shows up in three ways: exhaustion that rest doesn’t fix, growing cynicism or distance from your work, and feeling less effective no matter how hard you push. If you’re dreading Mondays, snapping at people you care about, or running on caffeine just to get through the day, it’s worth talking to someone. Many Boise professionals and caregivers wait until they’re at a breaking point, but you don’t have to.

Yes. Burnout and career questions often go hand in hand. Sometimes the job needs to change, and sometimes the way you’re working does. I’ll help you figure out which one it is, set boundaries that protect your energy, and decide on your next step with confidence. That might mean reshaping your current role, finding a new employer in the Treasure Valley, or changing careers entirely. If a career change is the main focus, my career counseling in Boise goes deeper.

My background is in academic advising, and my college had the best counseling program around. I was interested in human development and existentialism, which aligned perfectly with studying counseling. I cherished my instructors, and excelled at connecting with clients easily and quickly.

Yes. What you share in session stays private, and I follow HIPAA and my profession’s ethical codes to protect your information. The exceptions are limited: a serious risk of harm to yourself or others, suspected abuse or neglect of a child or vulnerable adult, or a court order. Your employer won’t know you’re in counseling unless you choose to tell them. That’s a common worry for professionals in a close-knit city like Boise.

Rest fixes tiredness. Burnout sticks around even after a weekend off or a vacation. It often shows up as exhaustion plus cynicism, irritability, or a sense that nothing you do is ever enough. If time off isn’t helping, that’s a good sign it’s worth talking to someone.

It depends on what’s driving your burnout and what you want to change. Many clients notice some relief early on as they start using practical tools, then use later sessions to build changes that last. We’ll check in on your progress regularly, so you always know where things stand.

Yes, for video sessions. I’m in-network with a range of plans in Idaho, California, and Texas. Private pay is also available, both for video sessions and for in-person sessions at my Boise office. You can see the plans I accept on my insurance page.

If burnout is affecting your ability to function at work, we can talk through whether a leave makes sense for you. I also offer FMLA assessments to help you document what you need.

I’ve spent 15 years helping capable, high-functioning professionals who are running on empty. My approach is practical and down-to-earth, with real tools you can use between sessions, not just talk. I also bring a background in career counseling, so if work is part of the problem, we can address it directly instead of only managing the symptoms. If you’re ready to feel like yourself again, click Start Here to get started.