Burnout Therapy in Leeds
Regain control and feel like yourself again
Burnout can creep in quietly - until simple things can feel too much. You might be exhausted, constantly on edge or feel like you can’t switch off. Some people don’t think of themselves as the “therapy type” - and that’s fine. At it’s core, it’s two people having a conversation and working out what’s going on.
What Does Burnout Look Like?
feeling tired, even after rest
losing motivation, even for things you' previously enjoyed.
finding it hard to concentrate
using alcohol, food or other distractions more than you’d like
feeling irritable or short-tempered
going through the motions without much sense of purpose
dreading work or feeling constantly overwhelmed by it
How Can Therapy Help Burnout?
Make changes that last
Understand what’s driving it
Breaking the cycle
Burnout is often tied to ongoing pressure - work, in relationships, as a parent, or your own expectations.
You might be dealing with stress around job uncertainty, feeling stuck or constantly trying to keep up.
Therapy helps you understand what’s fuelling that pressure, get a handle on the thoughts and find practical ways to manage things differently - so you’re not just coping but actually changing what’s not working.
Why Overthinking Doesn’t Stop
With overthinking, it’s rarely just about one specific worry.
You might resolve one thing, only for your mind to move on to something else — a different conversation, a different situation, a new “what if”.
That’s because overthinking is more about the pattern your mind gets into than the individual thoughts themselves.
In therapy, we’re not just trying to solve each worry one by one. We’re looking at what keeps the cycle going, so it has less hold over you in the first place.
Who I Work With
I often work with people who are used to pushing through and figuring things out on their own—but have reached a point where it’s become exhausting.
Professionals who feel constantly “on,” even outside of work
Those who hold themselves to high standards and struggle to switch off
Men adjusting to a new role as a father or experiencing a big life transition.
People who feel overwhelmed, irritable, or running on empty
Those who seem to be coping on the outside, but feel close to burnout underneath
Many of the people I work with wouldn’t necessarily call it burnout—or think of themselves as needing therapy. They just know something isn’t working anymore.
Many of the men I work with are also experiencing anxiety - stress, or feeling constantly on edge. You can read more about my anxiety therapy in Leeds here
Burnout often comes with a lot of overthinking. When you’re already exhausted, your mind can work overtime. Replaying conversations , second guessing decisions or dwelling on things - if this sounds familiar you can read more about how therapy helps in my counselling for overthinking page here
Common Questions About Burnout
1. Am I burnt out - what are the signs of burnout?
Burnout often shows up as ongoing exhaustion, low motivation, difficulty concentrating, and feeling detached from work or life. You might feel irritable, struggle to switch off, or start dreading things you used to manage. It’s more than just stress—it’s a sense that you’re running on empty.
2. How do I know if I’m burnt out or just stressed?
Stress usually feels temporary and tied to specific pressures. Burnout tends to build over time and doesn’t go away with rest alone. If you’re constantly exhausted, mentally drained, and struggling to recover—even after time off—it may be burnout rather than everyday stress.
3. Can burnout go away on its own?
Sometimes short-term stress can ease with rest, but burnout often sticks around if nothing changes. If the same pressures, habits, or expectations are still there, the feeling tends to return. Recovery usually involves understanding what’s driving it and making changes, not just taking a break. Talking to someone who isn’t a part of your life, unbiased and objective, can help.
4. Can therapy help with burnout?
You might have experienced that moment when a well intentioned friend of partner listens but you don’t feel heard - you need someone objective to make sense of things. Therapy can help you understand what’s behind your burnout, whether that’s work pressure, expectations, or patterns of overthinking. It also gives you space to work through stress and develop practical ways to manage things differently—so you’re not just coping, but actually changing what’s causing the problem.
Get in Touch
Reduce stress. Regain Control.
The first session is a chance to get to know what you’re going through and see if working together feels like the right fit.
