Therapy for Burnout
in Washington, DC

You’ve been doing everything you can.

Working hard. Showing up. Holding it all together.

But lately, something feels different.

You’re exhausted not just physically, but emotionally. The drive and purpose that once guided you feel dimmed. You may feel detached from your work, disconnected from others, or unsure of what you’re even working toward anymore.

Even rest doesn’t seem to help.

You may ask yourself, “Why can’t I just push through like before?” or “What’s wrong with me?”

You are not broken. You’re burned out. And therapy can help you reconnect with your energy, purpose, and sense of self.

Find Relief from Burnout

My name is Dr. Wayne Bullock, and I’m a licensed psychologist offering therapy for burnout in Washington, DC, and surrounding areas—Arlington, VA; Alexandria, VA; Bethesda, MD; and the DC Metro Area.

Burnout is more than feeling tired. It’s a deep depletion that can erode your sense of satisfaction and self-worth. When every day feels like too much, or when you’ve lost touch with what used to motivate you, it can be hard to know where to turn.

Therapy offers space to pause, reflect, and understand what your exhaustion is trying to tell you.

Together, we can work toward restoring your balance and your sense of meaning so that you can live with greater clarity and intention.

Contact me to learn more about anxiety therapy or schedule an appointment to get started.

What Exactly Is Burnout?

Burnout is a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion caused by prolonged stress or overextension. While it’s often associated with demanding careers, burnout can also stem from the ongoing pressures of caregiving, perfectionism, or simply trying to meet everyone else’s expectations.

It can look like:

Persistent fatigue or lack of motivation
Irritability, hopelessness, or cynicism
Feeling detached from your work or relationships
Difficulty concentrating or caring about things that used to matter
Headaches, sleep disturbances, or other stress-related physical symptoms
A sense of emptiness or “numbness” inside

When left unaddressed, burnout may progress into depression or anxiety, making everyday life feel overwhelming.

If you recognize yourself in these patterns, please know there is a path forward. Therapy can help you understand how you got here and how to find your way back to yourself.

What Is Therapy for Burnout?

Therapy for burnout provides a supportive, confidential space to explore what’s behind your exhaustion. It’s not about simply fixing your schedule or managing time more efficiently. It’s about understanding why you’ve been running on empty and what needs to shift to restore balance.

Through therapy, you can:

Uncover the cause

We’ll look beneath the surface of your stress to uncover the deeper emotional and relational patterns contributing to your burnout. Perhaps perfectionism, self-criticism, or fear of disappointing others has quietly shaped your choices.

By understanding these dynamics, you can begin to make more compassionate and empowered decisions.

Reconnect to self

Burnout often disconnects us from ourselves, from loved ones, and from what once mattered.

In therapy, you’ll have the space to reconnect with your values, desires, and needs. We’ll focus on rebuilding self-trust and rediscovering what brings you energy and meaning.

Build resilience

As awareness grows, you’ll develop new ways to care for yourself and set healthy boundaries. You’ll learn to recognize early signs of burnout and navigate challenges with more resilience and intention steering your life toward fulfillment rather than exhaustion.

Help Dealing with Burnout in Washington, DC

I provide individual therapy for burnout, depression, anxiety, and related life challenges for adults in Washington, DC and the surrounding areas.

As a Jewish and LGBTQ+ therapist, I welcome people of diverse gender identities, sexual orientations, and cultural backgrounds. My practice is a safe, affirming space to explore the experiences that have shaped you.

My therapeutic approach is psychoanalytic, integrating relational and interpersonal therapy. Together, we will examine both what’s happening in your life now and the deeper emotional currents that influence how you respond to stress.

I’ll listen closely to what you say, and to what may be hiding between the lines so we can bring greater awareness, compassion, and choice into your daily life.

Take the Next Step

You deserve rest, understanding, and renewal.

Burnout doesn’t mean you’ve failed. It means your mind and body are asking for care.

Call (202) 505-2795 or reach out to schedule a free consultation and begin your path toward renewal.

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