EPISODE · Sep 18, 2025 · 47 MIN
S3E3 Burnout in therapists | with Dr Claire Plumbly
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S3E3 Burnout in therapists | with Dr Claire Plumbly This episode unpacks the topic of burnout in therapy, featuring Dr. Natalie Stott in conversation with clinical psychologist, trauma expert, and author Claire Plumbly. Claire outlines how burnout affects therapists, why it can be tricky to spot, and what to do about it. The discussion covers key risk factors, the link between trauma and burnout, signs to watch for, how to intervene early, and practical ways to reset. Listeners will find clear ideas for preventing burnout, both for themselves and for their clients.Highlights include:03:00 Tops myths about burnout07:34 The five stages of burnout and key signs to look out for11:25 Beyond work: burnout in life, parenting and caring15:11 Spotting subtle signs of burnout in yourself as a therapist32:45 What can you do to support yourself before burnout hits?Guest InfoClaire Plumbly is a clinical psychologist, EMDR consultant, and author of “Burnout: How to Manage Your Nervous System Before It Manages You” (UK) / “The Trauma of Burnout” (US).Website: drclaireplumbly.comGet the book: https://www.drclaireplumbly.com/burnout-bookClaires Youtube:Roadmap Out of Burnoutlanding.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/w7b3h7Guide to Setting Boundariessubscribepage.com/drclaireplumbly_copy2Instagraminstagram.com/drclaireplumblyTiktoktiktok.com/@drclaireplumblyReources discussedClaire's book: "Burnout: How to Manage Your Nervous System Before It Manages You" https://www.drclaireplumbly.com/burnout-bookParental Burnout Inventory (freely available online)OURA ring HeartMath (app for HRV and biofeedback)Compassion Focused Therapy and Chris Irons & Elaine Beaumont’s The Compassion AppClaire’s YouTube channel and Nervous System Reset KitEMDR Intensives for burnout (offered by Claire)** Check out Mastering Therapy’s Youtube Channel for all podcast episodes **For notification on up coming episodes and for occasional summaries of tools discussed on the podcast sign up here: www.masteringtherapy.comTo recommend a topic you’d like to hear about, or if you’d like to appear on the podcast please get in touch at www.masteringtherapy.com/guestFor private psychology services and therapy visit www.drnataliestott.com*****Subscribe to the Mastering Therapy Podcast YouTube channelFollow Mastering therapy on instagramConnect with Dr Natalie Stott on LinkedInDisclaimer: The Mastering therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Natalie Stott (Dclinpsych, HPCP reg), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and should only be used by qualified professionals. Mentioned in this episode:MASTERING THERAPY WORKSHOPSGet your name on the list to be the first to hear when these workshops go live! https://www.masteringtherapy.com/workshopsGuide
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