Burnout Is Real—Especially When You’re the One Everyone Depends On

DrAshleyJarvis
Jul 28
2 min read

You’re the go-to person. At work. At home. For friends. For family. You keep things running, handle what needs to be done, and carry responsibilities like it’s second nature.

But lately… you're tired in a way that rest doesn’t seem to fix. You feel emotionally drained, mentally foggy, and maybe a little disconnected from yourself. You’re not lazy. You’re not weak. You’re burned out.

Let’s talk about it—because you deserve support, too.

Just because you CAN do it all on your own, doesn't mean it isn't going to cost you something valuable

🔥 What Is Burnout?

Burnout is more than just stress or exhaustion—it’s a state of chronic emotional, mental, and physical fatigue caused by prolonged stress, over-functioning, and often… not enough support.

Common signs of burnout include:

Feeling numb or irritable
Losing motivation in areas you used to enjoy
Physical fatigue that doesn’t improve with sleep
Trouble focusing or making decisions
Increased anxiety, self-doubt, or even hopelessness
Feeling like you're running on empty—but still expected to give

Burnout doesn’t mean you’ve failed. It means you’ve pushed past your capacity for too long without enough replenishment.

⚖️ Why Burnout Hits the “Strong Ones” the Hardest

If you’re the type who holds everything together, burnout can sneak in quietly.

You might think:

“I just need to push through.”

“I should be able to handle this.”

“Other people have it worse.”

“There’s no time to slow down.”

But high-functioning, high-responsibility individuals are more likely to ignore early signs of burnout. You get things done, even when it’s costing you. You might even notice the burn out but just feel like you have to keep going.

🌿 Therapy Can Help You Recover From Burnout

Burnout recovery isn’t just about bubble baths and breathing exercises (though those can help). It’s about learning to create boundaries, listen to your body, and stop tying your worth to your output.

In therapy, we’ll work together to:

Identify what’s fueling your burnout
Release guilt around resting and saying no
Reconnect with what nourishes you—emotionally and mentally
Set boundaries that protect your time and peace
Explore values that support a more sustainable life

You don't have to do this alone. Therapy gives you space to step out of “fix-it” mode and actually feel what’s going on.

🗺️ Burnout Therapy in Littleton, CO and Across Colorado & Georgia

Whether you’re a working parent, a helping professional, a caregiver, or simply someone who’s always been “the strong one,” burnout is a sign it’s time to come back to yourself.

As a licensed psychologist in Littleton, Colorado, I offer teletherapy throughout Colorado and Georgia for individuals navigating burnout and anxiety.