Am I Burnt Out?
If you're asking, "Am I burnt out?", understanding the signs of burnout is the first step. Burnout goes beyond just feeling tired. It’s physical and mental exhaustion, detachment and disillusionment, and often results in a decline in productivity and an inability to complete tasks you were previously able to manage. Often accompanied unfairly by self-blame, burnout is a valid response to prolonged pressure and is by no means a personal failing. If you’re unsure if you’re burnt out and are seeking clarity, our burnout quiz (Australia) will help you figure out where you stand.
Am I Burnt Out? Our Quiz
Trudy Jacobsen
Trudy Jacobsen is a highly experienced counsellor with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and couples with her warm, grounded and outcome-driven approach. She is available for new clients for in-person appointments in Booval, Brisbane as well as online video appointments.
https://lifesupportscounselling.com.au/counsellors/trudy-jacobsen/
- Master of Social Work
- Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)
- Member of the AASW
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What Your Score Means
Low score: You may not be dealing with burnout. However, there could be other stressors in your life that have led you here. If you’d like to talk about any challenges you are facing, our team is here to help.
Mid score: It looks like you are on your way to burnout, but escalation can be avoided by taking some self-care steps now. Practical strategies such as setting healthy boundaries, taking regular breaks, prioritising sleep and physical activity, reconnecting with supportive people, and seeking help early can reduce stress and support recovery.
High score: Your burnout quiz score indicates that you are experiencing a high degree of burnout. Note that burnout won’t resolve without intervention. The earlier support is sought, the easier the road to recovery will be, and the sooner you’ll be back to feeling your best again.
How Counselling Can Help with Burnout
If you're experiencing burnout, it's a sign that something in your life needs to change and you don't have to make those changes alone. Life Supports’ experienced counsellors will work with you to understand the underlying causes of your burnout, helping you address what's driving it while supporting your recovery. We'll match you with a counsellor who best suits your needs and preferences, so the support you receive is tailored to you. No GP referral is required. Simply get in touch with our team, and we can get started on making you feel like yourself again.
If you’re interested in learning more about counselling for burnout or would like to organise a session, call 1300 735 030 or leave us an email via our contact page.
FAQs
Burnout is different from depression, although the two share some overlapping symptoms (fatigue, irritability, difficulty concentrating and sleeping, reduced motivation, to name a few). Burnout is typically a response to prolonged, unmanaged stress with symptoms generally improving once the stress source is addressed. By contrast, depression is a serious mental health condition characterised by ongoing low mood, with professional treatment usually required.
Burnout recovery doesn’t have a set timeline. While mild burnout may resolve within a few weeks of purposeful self-care and rest, more severe cases can take months to recover from. Generally, the sooner you receive help, the sooner things will feel manageable again.
No, you don't need a referral to see a counsellor, you can book an appointment directly with our team.