Stress Management & Burnout Recovery in Melbourne
Are you constantly feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or on edge? Whether it's work stress, personal pressure, or trying to juggle all the things life throws your way, stress and burnout can creep in and take over. Learn how to manage stress and recovery from burnout with tailored, evidence-based strategies through one-on-one psychological support with our experienced therapists.
What are the signs of chronic stress and burnout?
Stress and burnout can look different for everyone. Here are some common signs of stress and burnout to look out for.
1 / Physiological Signs of Stress & Burnout
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Sleep issues (insomnia or oversleeping)
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Appetite changes, easy weight fluctuations
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Frequent headaches, tension, or other muscle aches and pains
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Low energy and fatigue
2 / Emotional & Cognitive Signs of Stress & Burnout
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Feeling detached, numb, or overwhelmed
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Losing interest in things you usually enjoy
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Struggling to concentrate or focus on tasks
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Feeling anxious, restless, or constantly on edge
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Easily triggered by small challenges
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Forgetfulness or brain fog
3 / Behavioural & Social Signs of Stress & Burnout
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Withdrawing from social connections or responsibilities
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Irritability or having a short temper
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Procrastinating or feeling overwhelmed by small tasks
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Relying on binge eating, drinking or shopping to relax
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Overworking or refusing to delegate tasks
It's time to reach out for help if:
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You're struggling to function in day-to-day life
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You're withdrawing from important responsibilities
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You notice a pattern of boom and bust
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You're often sick, develop gut or skin issues
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It's causing problems for your relationships
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Not coping is affecting your self-esteem
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You're reliant on alcohol or drugs to cope
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You are self-harming or suicidal
We provide a range of tailored evidence-based therapies to support stress and burnout.
We’ll provide you with coping strategies and tools to use for immediate relief. We'll also help you to identify the patterns of your chronic stress and burnout, supporting you to make long-lasting change for your stress and burnout recovery.
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Examples of evidence-based therapies for stress and burnout include:
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
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Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)
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Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
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Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Our Locations
We offer face-to-face stress management and burnout recovery across two convenient locations in Melbourne and online therapy via telehealth Australia-wide
Stress & Burnout Treatment FAQs
We're here to answer any questions you have about stress and burnout therapy
If you have a question that is not answered below, shoot us an email
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How do you know if you're burnt out?
Burnout isn't just feeling tired. It's a mix of exhaustion, numbness, and detachment that leaves you emotionally drained, mentally foggy, and at risk of other mental health challenges like anxiety and depression. It's human to feel overwhelmed and stressed occasionally, but when stress sticks around for too long or spirals out of control, it can lead to burnout
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How can stress management and burnout recovery therapy help?
Stress and burnout therapy can help by teaching you how to manage stress triggers without overwhelming emotions taking over your mind and body. We use a combination of evidence-based therapies such as CBT and MBSR to help you respond to your thoughts, rather than react to them
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Do I need a referral to see a therapist for stress or burnout?
You don’t need a referral to see a therapist for stress and burnout. However, if you wish to receive Medicare rebates (with eligible clinicians), you should speak to your GP about getting a Mental Health Treatment Plan
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What's the difference between stress and burnout?
Stress is a temporary whole-body response to an internal or external stressor, such as an impending deadline or having a difficult conversation. Burnout is a prolonged state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by chronic stress