Stress & Burnout Counselling

Stress becomes burnout when pressure keeps going and rest never catches up.

Stress and burnout counselling helps you recover your energy and set limits that last. Sessions are available in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and online.

How counselling helps with stress and burnout

Practical, confidential support

Counselling looks at what’s driving the pressure and what you can change, and builds habits that protect your energy.

  • Identifying sources of stress and what’s in your control
  • Boundary setting at work and at home
  • Relaxation and recovery routines
  • Challenging perfectionism and people-pleasing
  • Planning a sustainable workload

Related support: Anxiety, Depression, Individual counselling.

When to seek help for stress and burnout

Signs it may be time to talk to someone

  • Feeling exhausted even after rest
  • Dreading work, university or daily responsibilities
  • Irritability, cynicism or feeling detached
  • Headaches, stomach problems or poor sleep
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Using your phone, food or caffeine to get through the day

Sessions are held in person in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, or online across Pakistan and worldwide, in Urdu or English.

Frequently asked questions

They overlap but aren’t the same. Burnout is tied to ongoing stress, often at work. If low mood spreads to all areas of life, it may be depression.

Yes. Exam pressure, career worries and family expectations are common reasons students seek support.

Online sessions make it easier to fit counselling around work. Ask about available times when you book.

The first session focuses on understanding your concerns and agreeing on clear goals. You can ask questions and decide whether counselling feels right for you.

Sessions are PKR XXXX. Contact us for current fees for in-person and online sessions.

Yes. Sessions are held in person in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, or online over secure video call from anywhere in Pakistan or abroad, in Urdu or English.

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