Therapy for Vicarious Trauma

Coping with Burnout and Vicarious Trauma

Burnout and vicarious trauma can take a toll on your mental and emotional well-being, especially in high-pressure careers. Recognizing the signs early is key to protecting your health and preventing long-term exhaustion.

Therapy as Self-Care

Therapy isn’t just about managing stress—it’s about helping you reconnect with yourself. It offers a space to process emotions, set boundaries, and develop strategies that support your well-being.

Signs You May Be Experiencing Burnout:

• Constant feelings of anxiety or irritability

• Trouble sleeping or feeling persistently drained

• Losing connection with yourself and what brings you joy

If these signs resonate, therapy can help. With the right support, you can build resilience, restore balance, and rediscover a sense of self beyond work and responsibilities.

Rebuilding Self-Care & Connection

Sustainable well-being isn’t just about taking breaks—it’s about reconnecting with what nourishes you. This might include:

• Resetting Your Energy – Identifying what drains you and what restores you

• Setting Healthy Boundaries – Learning to say no without guilt

• Developing Meaningful Coping Strategies – Finding tools that genuinely support you

• Reconnecting with Yourself and Others – Tuning into your own needs, values, and relationships

At Stress Therapy Australia, we work with you to create a self-care approach that’s realistic, sustainable, and aligned with who you are.

Reach out today to start feeling more like yourself again.