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Stress and Burnout Psychologists in Eastern Melbourne

When the demands on you keep outweighing the time, energy or resources you have to meet them, stress can begin to feel relentless. You may find it hard to switch off, feel constantly stretched or on edge, and have little opportunity to properly recover. Over time, prolonged stress can leave you feeling depleted, detached or increasingly unable to keep giving what you once could.

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What is Stress and Burnout?

Stress is a natural response to pressure and demands, and in manageable amounts it can help us respond to challenges. But when pressures are ongoing or there is too little opportunity to recover, stress can begin to take a toll. Sometimes the demands themselves are unusually high, while at other times, patterns such as taking on too much, finding it difficult to say no, or expecting a great deal of yourself can contribute to feeling chronically stretched.

Burnout can develop when this strain continues over time. It can involve feeling deeply depleted or exhausted, increasingly disengaged from work or responsibilities, and less motivated or effective in what you’re doing.

Understanding what is contributing to the pressure, and what may need to change, can be an important part of recovering and preventing the same pattern from continuing.

Signs of Stress and Burnout

Stress and Burnout shows up differently for everyone, but there are some common threads. If a few of these feel familiar, it might be worth talking to someone.

  • Feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands
  • Finding it difficult to switch off
  • Feeling tense or constantly on edge
  • Becoming more irritable or impatient
  • Putting constant pressure on yourself
  • Finding it difficult to say no
  • Difficulty concentrating or thinking clearly
  • Trouble sleeping or feeling unrested
  • Headaches or muscle tension
  • Feeling constantly tired or depleted
  • Losing motivation or enthusiasm
  • Becoming disengaged from work or responsibilities
  • Feeling less effective than you used to
  • Feeling like you have nothing left to give

Find a Psychologist for Stress and Burnout

These psychologists and therapists have experience supporting people with Stress and Burnout. Explore their profiles to find someone who feels like the right fit for you.

Enquire about seeing a psychologist for Stress and Burnout

Please feel welcome to share with us what’s been going on. We’ll take the time to understand your needs during a free 15-minute chat and help you identify the psychologist who’s the best match for you.

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