EPISODE · Mar 16, 2026 · 35 MIN
When Burnout Speaks
from Legal Well-Being In Action · host State Bar of New Mexico
Speakers:Pamela Moore, LPCC, CCTP currently serves as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Director of the State Bar of New Mexico’s Legal Well Being Department where she educates the legal community on positive health and well-being and assists in providing resources and services to any legal professional struggling with mental, emotional or behavioral issues. Ms. Moore served as an advisory member to the National Commission on Lawyer Assistance Programs in 2019, 2020, and again in 2026 and is the current New Mexico representative for the Institute for Well Being In Law. Virginia (Ginny) Hicks is currently the Deputy District Attorney in Sierra County for the Seventh Judicial District Attorney's Office. She has been a prosecutor for over 13 years. She is a mom of two teenage boys and is married to the love of her life, Mark White who currently resides in Tucson, AZ. In 2025, she started delving into art and it transformed her life. Through her side business AttorneyatArt she blends advocacy and artistry to show that creativity belongs in every profession. www.attorneyatart.comwww.instagram.com/attorneyatartwww.facebook.com/attorneyatartDisclaimer: Thank you for listening! This episode was produced by the State Bar of New Mexico’s Well-Being Committee and the New Mexico Lawyer Assistance Program. All editing and sound mixing was done by the State Bar of New Mexico and/or the State Bar Foundation. Intro music is by Gil Flores. The views of the presenters are that of their own and are not endorsed by the State Bar of New Mexico. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment or legal advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only, and does not create an attorney client relationship. The information provided does not constitute legal advice. The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the participants and not intended as statements on behalf of their employers.
Embed this episode
What this episode covers
Welcome back to Legal Well-Being in Action! For the start of our new season, we explore how burnout shows up for hard-working attorneys—often disguised as “normal stress” or simply part of the job. We discuss why burnout can persist even when commitment, competence, and ethics remain intact. You’ll also learn why creative expression is an evidence-backed tool for nervous system regulation, especially for analytical, high-control professions. Finally, we share realistic, time-respectful ways busy attorneys can begin small creative practices that actually help.
NOW PLAYING
When Burnout Speaks
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
Similar Podcasts
No similar podcasts found.