Stress & Burnout Counselling - Edmonton, St. Albert and Leduc Psychologists

Stress and burnout are a leading cause for short-term and long-term leaves from work, and the number of people needing to go on leave due to stress continues to rise. Stress doesn’t just occur in the workplace though. Think of all of the responsibilities you have in one day… too much? How full is your stress cup right now? In today's fast-paced world, stress and burnout have become widespread concerns. Let's delve into what these challenges are, how they can impact your daily life, and how our expert therapy can help you regain control and find balance.

What Is Stress?

Stress is your body's natural response to life's demands and challenges. It can be a motivating force, but when it becomes overwhelming, it may lead to physical and emotional strain.

What Is Burnout?

Burnout is an advanced state of stress characterized by chronic exhaustion, reduced performance, and a sense of detachment from your responsibilities. It often stems from prolonged, unmanaged stress.

Some common causes of stress and burnout:

• Lack of work/life balance (life here meaning things that empty your stress cup, work occurs in your personal life as well remember!)

• High stress or negative work environment

• Conflict in the home

• Parenting/Co-parenting

• Divorce/Separation

• Oppression and Stigmatization due to race, culture, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity

• Compassion fatigue

• Lack of balance in workload either in work or personal life

• Abuse and trauma

• Lack of boundaries

• Stress related to COVID-19

Symptoms of Burnout:

• Fatigue

• Sleep issues

• Headaches, gastrointestinal issues, muscle tension

• Getting sick more frequently

• Loss of motivation

• Working harder/longer but being less productive

• Memory/attention span concerns

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Social withdrawal or isolation

• Lack of interest or enjoyment in previously enjoyed activities/events

• Intrusive and regular negative thoughts about yourself or the world

• Feeling a lack of control in work or personal life

The Stats:

• According to the American Institute of Stress, 77% of people regularly experience physical symptoms caused by stress.

• A Gallup study revealed that 23% of employees feel burned out often or always, affecting their overall well-being and work productivity.

• A study by the American Psychological Association found that psychotherapy is effective in reducing the symptoms of stress and burnout.

• Therapy has been shown to improve work performance and overall quality of life.

How Therapy Can Help:

• Stress Management: Our Edmonton, St. Albert and Leduc psychologists and therapists provide evidence-based counseling to help you manage stress effectively.

• Burnout Recovery: We work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that focuses on burnout recovery and prevention.

• Resilience Building: Learn practical techniques and coping strategies to build resilience and maintain work-life balance.

• Mental Health Support: Address underlying mental health issues contributing to stress and burnout, such as anxiety or depression.

Therapeutic Approaches Used in Stress/Burnout Therapy:

• CBT

• Somatic Experiencing

• Mindfulness

• Solution Focused Therapy

• Accelerated Resolution Therapy

Our psychologists are trained to work with you to develop the tools that will fit your life to help reduce stress and manage symptoms of burnout. We can support you in creating a work/life balance to better suit your mental health and can explore ways to reduce or manage stress more effectively. Stress and burnout can have a significant impact on your daily life, but you don't have to endure them alone. With locations in St. Albert, Edmonton and Leduc and also offering virtual counselling to anyone in Alberta, we have a psychologist who is the right fit for you. We are here to support you on your path to a healthier, happier you. Let's work together to reclaim your well-being and find balance in your life.

Check out our blog post on burnout here.

Summit Counselling Therapists Who Specialize in Stress/Burnout:

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Therapy for Stress and Burnout – Edmonton, St. Albert, and Leduc Psychologists

Summit Counselling Services

10328 121 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5N 1K8, Canada

1 Tache St #203, St. Albert, AB T8N 1B4, Canada

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Summit Counselling Services is a counselling clinic with locations in Edmonton, St. Albert and Leduc. We provide psychological services to children, adolescents, adults, seniors, couples, and families. We have a talented team of psychologists, therapists and counsellors with a wide range of specializations and training at Summit Counselling Services who would be honoured to walk beside you on your journey. At Summit, we believe in therapy your way.  Our goal is to customize your psychotherapy and counselling sessions to suit your needs best.  We believe in the differences and unique perspectives each person brings to counselling and incorporate these into our work with you.