Burnout to Recovery Experience: Psychologist Burnout

Episode 5 of Career Burnout: A Different Kind of Gap Year brings you the story of my colleague and friend, who in my early days of my mental health breakdown was there for me in a simple but powerful way; she said “me too”. It was so powerful to hear a fellow psychologist say that she suffered from burnout and compassion fatigue to and had to take a leave of absence. It helps, because it breaks the SHAME you often feel for suffering, especially as a mental health professional, where there is an unwritten expectation that you SHOULD have it altogether.Davina’s story is a unique one, just like every other guest I’ve had on the podcast. We may have all suffered from the same conditions, but our experiences are all different, and Davina’s is no exception. I think the most unique thing about her story is how she recovered from her burnout and compassion fatigue. You are going to learn so much from listening to her story and I am very excited to have her tell it to you.It’s a long episode, but it is worth every minute you will get. I couldn’t with good conscious cut too much out of our conversation, as it is so valuable. Listen to it in instalments, maybe on your way to work in the car or on the train, before you know it you will be at the end.If you feel this podcast can help you and/or others please share and subscribe. Also feel free to comment to let us know what you are liking or wanting for future episodes.If you have a similar story of mental health and work and would like to be a future guest on the show, please contact me at [email protected] you and take care of you.DisclaimerEngaging with this podcast does not intend to create, nor does it create, a therapist-client relationship between you and Shannon A Swales. All views, opinions, and tips expressed by me or my guests are general in nature and not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage anyone experiencing distress to seek professional support. In Australia, if you are in a life-threatening emergency, please dial 000. For immediate counselling, contact Lifeline (13 11 14) or 13YARN (13 92 76) for First Nation Australians. Stay safe, and remember—you don’t have to face your struggles alone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.