The Real Cost of Burnout: Why Counselor Self-Care Isn’t Optional

Here at Resilience to Thrive Counseling and Consulting, we want to take this opportunity to honor not only the mental health of the clients we serve during Mental Health Awareness month but the wellness of helping professionals who show up to do this meaningful, often emotionally demanding work.

In this blog post, I reflect on my own journey with burnout as a counselor-in-training, share real-world self-care strategies, and explore how the profession often rewards exhaustion over balance. Whether you're a seasoned clinician or just starting out, this is a reminder: you matter too.