CBT Therapy for Anxiety and Mental Health Support

Why can't I say no? Why do I overthink everything? Why do I feel guilty when I rest?

What is burnout?

You manage the family, career, relationships, and responsibilities. From the outside, you appear capable, confident, and successful. But underneath it all, you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself.

Burnout is more than feeling tired after a demanding week. It’s the emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion that can develop when you’ve been carrying too much for too long without enough support or recovery. Somewhere along the way, your worth may have become tied to what you accomplish, how well you meet everyone else’s expectations, and whether others approve. Your own needs took a back seat, and you lost touch with who you are beneath everything you do for everyone else.

You might wake up tired no matter how much you sleep, struggle to focus or make simple decisions, lose patience more quickly, or feel overwhelmed by things you once handled easily. You may find yourself going through the motions, withdrawing from people you care about, procrastinating because everything feels like too much, or wishing you could escape your responsibilities for a while.

And even when you finally slow down, your mind may not. You’re thinking about unfinished tasks, what everyone else needs, or what you should be doing instead. Rest brings guilt instead of relief.

Burnout isn’t a failure to handle your life. Sometimes, it’s what happens when you’ve gotten very good at handling everything—except giving yourself the same care and consideration you give everyone else.

About Me

Hi, I’m Emily.

I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience helping people navigate anxiety, stress, relationships, and the pressure to hold everything together.

I especially love working with high achievers—the capable, responsible people everyone else depends on. My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative but also active! I aim to give my clients real skills and strategies they can start using from day one. Therapy shouldn’t just help you understand why you feel the way you do—it should help you create meaningful change in your everyday life.

Outside of the office, I’m a wife and homeschooling mom of two boys, and I’m happiest with my hands in the dirt. I’m a UC Master Gardener and love growing food, cooking, and spending time outdoors with my family.

Carrying Responsibility isn't the problem. Losing yourself underneath it is

Why can't I say no? Why do I overthink everything? Why do I feel guilty when I rest?

Why can't I say no? Why do I overthink everything? Why do I feel guilty when I rest?

Why can't I say no? Why do I overthink everything? Why do I feel guilty when I rest?

Why can't I say no? Why do I overthink everything? Why do I feel guilty when I rest?

Why can't I say no? Why do I overthink everything? Why do I feel guilty when I rest?

Why can't I say no? Why do I overthink everything? Why do I feel guilty when I rest?

What is burnout?

About Me

Hi, I’m Emily.

Professional endorsements

✓ Build Self-Worth ✓ Set Boundaries Without Guilt ✓ Stop Seeking External Validation ✓ Create Lasting Change

Feel free to contact me with any questions.

Emily Jones, M.A, LMFT 97024

Blog

Carrying Responsibility isn't the problem. Losing yourself underneath it is

Why can't I say no? Why do I overthink everything? Why do I feel guilty when I rest?

What is burnout?

About Me

Hi, I’m Emily.

Professional endorsements

✓ Build Self-Worth ✓ Set Boundaries Without Guilt ✓ Stop Seeking External Validation ✓ Create Lasting Change

Feel free to contact me with any questions.

Emily Jones, M.A, LMFT 97024

Blog

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