Burnout Counselling (Online Across Australia)
A compassionate space to recover from overwhelm, exhaustion, and emotional depletion — in English or Italian.
Burnout happens when long-term stress pushes us beyond our emotional, physical, and mental limits. You may feel exhausted, withdrawn, unmotivated, or unable to cope with demands that once felt manageable. Burnout can impact your work, relationships, sleep, mood, and sense of self. Many people feel trapped between wanting to rest and feeling guilty for slowing down.
Burnout counselling provides a gentle, supportive space to understand what led you here — and to help you recover, rebuild, and reconnect with yourself.
As a bilingual counsellor (English–Italian), I support adults across Australia who are navigating chronic stress, exhaustion, work overload, emotional fatigue, and the feeling that they’ve been “running on empty” for too long.
What Burnout Can Look Like
Burnout shows up differently for everyone, but common experiences include:
constant exhaustion, even after rest
feeling emotionally numb or overwhelmed
difficulty concentrating or making decisions
irritability or becoming easily frustrated
loss of motivation or productivity
feeling disconnected from work, relationships, or yourself
sleep problems or changes in appetite
increased anxiety or low mood
feeling trapped, stuck, or hopeless
withdrawing from responsibilities or people
physical tension, headaches, or persistent stress in the body
Burnout is not a personal failure — it’s a response to prolonged stress without adequate support, rest, or boundaries.
How Burnout Counselling Can Help
Counselling for burnout provides a calm, grounding space to:
understand what caused the burnout (work, family load, emotional labour, perfectionism, cultural pressure, etc.)
validate your emotions and reduce shame or guilt
develop practical strategies to regulate stress and restore energy
rebuild your internal capacity and sense of stability
set boundaries that feel empowering, not harsh
explore identity shifts related to work or roles
learn healthier ways to cope and reconnect with yourself
prevent future burnout through long-term tools and awareness
Counselling helps you recover at your own pace — gently and sustainably.
My Approach to Burnout Counselling
My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and centred around your lived experience. Whether you're seeking burnout counselling or burnout therapy, we focus on understanding what your mind and body are communicating, and how to support your recovery.
I draw from evidence-informed approaches including:
Emotion-focused and compassion-based strategies
Helping you understand your emotional fatigue and respond with kindness rather than pressure.
Cognitive and behavioural tools
Gently shifting internal narratives around productivity, self-worth, and expectations.
Stress-regulation and mindfulness practices
Supporting your nervous system to move from overwhelm into calm.
Attachment-based perspectives
Exploring how old patterns may influence burnout cycles (e.g., people-pleasing, high achievement, fear of disappointing others).
Trauma-informed principles
Prioritising safety, pacing, and emotional regulation at every step.
Together, we develop a recovery plan that honours your limits — not one that pushes you harder.
Culturally Aware Burnout Support — in English or Italian
Burnout can feel even heavier when cultural expectations or migration stress are involved. Many clients juggle pressure to succeed, financial strain, language difficulties, family expectations, or the emotional toll of living far from home.
As a bilingual counsellor familiar with both Italian and Australian culture, I support clients navigating:
work pressure and perfectionism
identity loss after moving countries
family or cultural expectations
emotional fatigue from being “strong for everyone else”
guilt around rest or boundary setting
You can speak in English, Italian, or switch naturally between both — whichever feels most comfortable.
Online Burnout Counselling That Fits Your Life
Burnout often makes travelling to appointments feel impossible. Online counselling offers:
support from home, with no added stress
flexibility around work hours, childcare, or energy levels
a familiar, private environment
reduced logistical pressure
access from anywhere in Australia
Online burnout counselling has been shown to be just as effective as in-person therapy — and is often more practical during periods of exhaustion.
What to Expect in Burnout Counselling
Your first session
We explore your symptoms, stressors, workload, emotional patterns, and what led you to feel depleted. This session is slow, gentle, and oriented around understanding your needs — not adding more pressure.
Learn more about the Initial Consultation
Ongoing sessions
We work together to rebuild energy, set healthier boundaries, regulate stress, and reconnect with a sense of balance. Clients often notice:
improved emotional regulation
reduced overwhelm and irritability
more rest and better sleep
increased clarity and control
greater confidence in saying “no”
a gradual return of motivation
a stronger sense of self
Burnout recovery is not about “pushing through.” It’s about healing, restoring, and rebuilding in a sustainable way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is burnout the same as depression?
No, but they can overlap. Counselling helps clarify your symptoms and support you through both.
Can burnout counselling help with work-related stress?
Yes — many clients seek support for chronic workplace pressure, overwhelm, or compassion fatigue.
How long does burnout recovery take?
It varies. We move at a pace that feels safe and sustainable for you.
Can sessions be in Italian?
Absolutely.
Ready to Recover from Burnout?
Burnout is not a sign of weakness — it’s a sign that you’ve been carrying too much, for too long, without the support you deserve. With gentle guidance and a space to breathe, you can rebuild your energy, resilience, and sense of self.
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