Why Therapists Are So Vulnerable to Burnout | E11

Burnout is an occupational hazard for us as therapists. Our caring hearts make us great at what we do... but when you combine high levels of empathy with complex cases, overwhelming workloads, and unsupportive environments, you have a recipe for burnout and exhaustion.  Unfortunately, many therapists leave the profession after a bad experience with burnout. But it doesn't have to be this way. There are skills and strategies that protect therapists from burnout and allow you to build a thriving career with your wellbeing at the center. And that's what we're talking about on today's episode!  We're discussing:  Why therapists are uniquely vulnerable to burnout.  Strategies to prevent burnout before it starts.  How to know if you're in an environment where your wellbeing is not supported.  How to manage the symptoms of therapist burnout once it has set in.  How to build a balanced, sustainable career as a therapist.  All of that and more for you on today's show, dear listener. I hope you'll tune in.  And, if you want to know about YOUR unique risk factors for burnout, I've created a free quiz for you! You can take it here: https://s.pointerpro.com/flourish xoxo,  Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby