Reclaim Your Energy
Stress and Burnout Counselling in Melbourne
Get a professional stress counselling session in Melbourne to help you manage overwhelm, burnout, reduce emotional exhaustion, and rediscover what you love, whether you attend in person or online across Australia.
Too Busy to Relax? Find Relief with Stress & Burnout Counselling in Melbourne
Have you spent the week swamped in tasks and chores, but hit the weekend and feel like you’ve got nothing to show for it except more to do? Or finally had some time to yourself, but spent it overwhelmed about everything else you need to do, and couldn’t enjoy it at all. Maybe you’ve hit the breaking point, and worry you need to quit your job to get relief.
There are endless priorities, and none of them feels like they’re for you.
If that sounds familiar, stress counselling in Melbourne can help you slow down, breathe, and find balance again.
- You’ve been “too busy” for fun, hobbies, or catching up with a friend for a long time now.
- You’re always thinking about work, chores at home, or the future, which leaves you feeling overwhelmed and anxious
- You’re experiencing physical symptoms of stress—headaches, tiredness or insomnia, and tightness in your chest or throat.
- There’s no “me” time, only time that you should be getting things done, and feel guilty that you aren’t.
If you live in Melbourne and have felt this, burnout or stress counselling can help you stop the cycle. Contact Us!
Areas We Focus on Stress and Burnout Counselling
- Work stress and performance pressure
- Emotional exhaustion
- Burnout recovery
- Sleep disruption from stress
- Overthinking and constant worry
- Boundary setting
- Caregiver fatigue
- Decision fatigue
- People-pleasing patterns
Let’s Reclaim Your Time and Energy
In Stress counselling, we’ll…
- Find your biggest energy drains and decide whether they’re worth what you’re putting in
- Learn to prioritise what’s important to you, and stop letting other people’s priorities take over
- Reconnect to your passions, values, and what brings you joy- for your sake
- Recognise the signs of burnout before they hit, so you can protect yourself before it becomes a crisis
Together, we’ll move from survival mode to a place where you feel grounded, intentional, and more in control of your life.
Why Early Support Matters for Stress & Burnout
Most people wait longer than they need to. They tell themselves it’s “just a busy season,” or they’ll feel better once the deadline passes. But stress doesn’t always leave when the calendar changes — especially if the same patterns are still there.
When stress stays high, your nervous system can remain activated. That can affect sleep, digestion, mood, and your ability to think clearly. Counselling helps you step back and make sense of what’s happening so you’re not relying on willpower alone. You don’t have to reach the breaking point to get support. Getting help earlier often means recovery is quicker and less disruptive.
Here’s What We’ll Do Together
Start putting yourself at the top of your To Do list, and become a priority
Putting yourself first sounds simple, but we know it’s not. Everything feels important, and like you’re the only one who can sort it out.
Counselling for stress and burnout can help you look at the choices you’re making with more intention so you don’t become the default solution to everyone else’s problems, and build boundaries that feel comfortable and worth maintaining. Rediscover your strengths and passions, and learn how to let go of guilt and shame so you can truly enjoy your downtime.
Together we’ll:
- Question the automatic assumptions and norms that keep you trapped
- Learn to recognise the warning signs that a situation or habit is causing you harm, and what to do next
- Reconnect you to your values, and learn how to prioritise what’s important to you
- Develop strategies to calm overwhelm when it appears in the moment
Each session gives you space to reflect, feel, and build tools you can use by the next day.
How Stress Counselling Works at Unmask Therapy in Melbourne
Whether you’re in Melbourne or anywhere in Australia, all sessions aim to feel safe, grounded, and immediately useful.
Here’s how we’ll work together:
A short chat to see where you’re at, what you need, and how we might work together.
Identify your stress patterns, habits, and emotional needs.
Explore emotional regulation, mindset shifts, boundary work, and coping tools.
You’ll walk away with practical techniques you can use in real life.
Meet Your Counsellor For Stress and Burnout
Hi, I’m Felix, a supervisor, stress and neurodivergent counsellor, and founder of Unmask Therapy.
I’ve spent 9 years working in mental health, queer and community spaces, and peer support services. My lived experience and training come together in a style that’s trauma-informed, inclusive, and attuned to neurodivergent ways of being.
I’m a Level 3 ACA counsellor who draws primarily from narrative therapy, body-based awareness, and creative tools (metaphor, mapping, doodles).
I work with folks who feel unseen, overwhelmed, or burnt out — especially queer, neurodivergent, and marginalised communities. Our aim is for counselling to feel like a relief, not another thing you have to perform.
What You’ll Gain With Our Strees & Burnout Counselling
Counselling won’t erase stress from life, and Melbourne won’t stop being busy overnight. The goal is to change your relationship with stress so you’re not constantly bracing. Over time, many people notice they’re less reactive, clearer-headed, and better able to rest without guilt.
More reliable energy, less emotional drain
Better insight into triggers and responses
Clearer boundaries between work, rest, and relationships
A toolkit of self-care, regulation, and mindset practices
Confidence to say “no,” or to do things differently than before
Common questions about stress & Burnout Management
Is burnout only about work?
No! “Occupational burnout” is probably the best-known form, but it’s not the only one. Anything that takes up all your time and energy, and leaves you feeling worse at the end of the day, can lead to burnout.
If you’re Neurodivergent, you may have experienced “Neurodivergent Burnout”, the stress of constantly working to fit in and “be normal” around others.
What’s the difference between stress and burnout?
Stress is short-term, situational, and makes you feel high-energy and intense. Burnout is long-term, gets worse the longer it’s ignored, and leaves you exhausted and apathetic.
Long-term stress can lead to burnout, and while stress should stop when the situation does, once burnout hits, the road to recovery is longer and more complex.
What are the symptoms of stress?
Stress looks different for each of us, but a few common symptoms include.
- Physical: Increased heart rate, headaches, muscle tension, fatigue.
- Emotional: Anxiety, irritability, frustration.
- Cognitive: Difficulty concentrating, racing thoughts.
- Behavioural: Procrastination, overeating, or other coping mechanisms.
If you’re noticing stress building in your life, reach out early- the longer you leave it, the higher the risk of burning out entirely.
What are the symptoms of burnout?
Burnout can look different from person to person, and depending on what led to burning out, you might have no energy in one area of your life, but still feel energised in others. Broadly, here’s what to look out for:
- Physical: Constant exhaustion, frequent illnesses, lack of energy.
- Emotional: Feelings of detachment, apathy, hopelessness, or cynicism.
- Cognitive: Difficulty remembering things, a sense of futility (“nothing I do matters”).
- Behavioural: Withdrawal, reduced productivity, neglecting responsibilities.
Once you hit burnout, it can take time and major changes to your life or routine to start feeling better, so don’t wait: you can’t “push through” burnout, and the earlier you notice the signs, the easier the path to recovery can be.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on what’s driving the stress and how long it’s been building. Some people feel noticeable relief in a handful of sessions once they have tools and a clearer plan. Others prefer ongoing support while they make bigger changes at work, in relationships, or in daily routines. We’ll review progress together so you’re not left guessing.
Does online counselling work as well as in person?
Yes. I’ve supported many clients across Australia via telehealth, with strong results and connections.
Ready to begin?
Book Stress Counselling Session
Whether you’re seeking burnout or stress counselling in Melbourne, take the first step today.
You deserve space to breathe again.
Looking to book an appointment or free 15 minute phone consultation?
Felix is available Monday to Thursday from 10 am to 8 pm, and Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm.
You can also book a session online anytime through the calendar.
