Burnout Therapy in California (Online)
Exhausted, irritable, and running on empty?
You’re not lazy, and you’re not failing… your system is overloaded. I offer online burnout therapy for professionals, caregivers, and high achievers anywhere in California, from the Bay Area and Sacramento to Los Angeles, San Diego, and the Central Valley.
Meet your counselor
Hi, I'm Katharine.
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in California with 15 years of experience. Also licensed in Idaho and Texas.
I help high-functioning adults, professionals, and caregivers find their way out of burnout. If you’re running on caffeine, saying yes to everything, and still feeling like it’s never enough, you’re not failing. Your system is overloaded. My approach is down-to-earth, practical, and grounded in humor. Together, we’ll calm your nervous system, set boundaries that stick, and baby-step toward a pace of life you can actually sustain.
Is It Burnout or Just Stress?
Burnout isn't just being tired. It's a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion that builds slowly, usually from carrying too much for too long without enough recovery. Stress tends to feel like too much. Burnout feels like nothing left. Common signs include:
Exhaustion that sleep and weekends don't fix
Irritability, anger, or resentment toward people you care about
Feeling stuck, hopeless, or emotionally numb
Trouble concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
Leaning on caffeine, sugar, scrolling, or other escapes just to get through the day
Guilt for not "doing enough," even when you're overworked
Pulling away from work, friends, or things you used to enjoy
If several of these sound familiar, you're not imagining it... and you don't have to push through alone. Burnout is especially common among healthcare workers, teachers, tech professionals, first responders, and caregivers, and it responds well to support.
Burnout can overlap with depression, anxiety, or medical issues like thyroid or sleep problems, so it's also worth checking in with your doctor.
My Approach to Burnout Counseling
My style is down-to-earth, conversational, and practical, with room for humor. There's no pressure to have it all figured out, and you don't need to fit a mold. I draw on evidence-informed approaches like CBT and mindfulness, tailored to your life and values. Together, we'll:
Calm your nervous system and build a realistic plan to decompress
Unpack the expectations, perfectionism, and people-pleasing that keep you overextended
Set boundaries that stick, and say "no" without the guilt spiral
Reconnect with your own wants and needs, especially if they've been buried under "shoulds"
Look at the basics that fuel recovery, like sleep, nutrition, movement, and time to recharge
Clarify your values so your choices start lining up with them again
Burnout often leaves you feeling raw and disconnected. Sometimes anger feels like the only fuel left in the tank. That anger isn't the problem... it's a signal. In our work, we listen to it instead of fighting it.
Online Burnout Therapy Anywhere in California
Sessions are held by secure, HIPAA-compliant video, so you can meet from home or anywhere you have privacy. I work with clients across California, including the Bay Area, Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, Sacramento, the Inland Empire, the Central Valley, and the Central Coast, as well as smaller and rural communities where local options are limited.
Burnout looks different in healthcare, tech, education, entertainment, and full-time caregiving. Counseling that fits your context and your pace makes all the difference. You'll just need to be physically located in California during our sessions.
What to Expect in Burnout Therapy
Burnout recovery doesn't require a perfect morning routine or a week-long retreat. It's built on small, steady changes that bring you back to yourself. You'll never be judged for being overwhelmed, emotional, or unsure where to start. Over time, we'll work toward:
Sustainable routines that support rest and clarity
Emotional resilience, so you're not rocked by every stressor
Confidence to say "no" without guilt
More capacity for joy, peace, and motivation
Cost & Insurance
Self-pay video sessions are $92. I also accept insurance through Headway and Tava, so depending on your plan, your sessions may be covered. See Insurance Info for details.
How to Get Started
Fill out the short form so I can make sure we're a good fit.
I'll reach out with next steps and availability.
We meet by video for your first session and start building your plan.
You don't have to keep running on empty. Baby steps count... and the first one is just clicking below.
If you're in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, please call or text 988, or call 911. Online counseling isn't a crisis service.
