Burnout Therapy in Montreal
Support for Stress and Emotional Exhaustion
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Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or unable to switch off from work?
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Feeling detached from relationships or daily life?
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You may be trying to keep going, considering time off, or already on leave and wondering why you still don’t feel like yourself. You don’t have to figure out your next steps alone.
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At The Circle of Wellness Montreal, we offer compassionate, personalized therapy to help you understand what you’re experiencing, manage stress, and work toward a more sustainable balance in your life.
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Online sessions are available to clients in Montreal and across Quebec.
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Burnout is more than temporary stress. It develops when prolonged pressure, work demands, caregiving, high expectations, or life transitions begins to deplete your emotional and physical resources.
Does this sound like you?
You’re getting through your responsibilities, but it’s taking more out of you than it used to. Work follows you home, rest doesn’t feel restorative, and everyday decisions can feel overwhelming.
You may recognize some of these experiences:
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Waking up tired and dreading the workday.
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Struggling to concentrate, make decisions, or complete familiar tasks.
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Feeling tearful, irritable, emotionally numb, or disconnected.
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Checking work messages after hours and finding it hard to switch off.
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Having little energy left for yourself, your relationships, or your family.
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Feeling guilty about slowing down or considering time off.
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Being on leave but still feeling exhausted or unsure how to move forward.
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Worrying that returning to work will bring back the same pressures.
You don’t need to relate to every experience to seek support. Therapy offers space to explore what’s happening and what you need.
How therapy can help with burnout
When you’re exhausted, knowing something needs to change doesn’t always mean knowing where to start. Therapy gives you space to feel heard, understand what has become overwhelming, and explore changes at a pace that respects your energy and circumstances.
Together with your therapist, you can:
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Explore the workplace pressures, responsibilities, and personal patterns contributing to your exhaustion.
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Work through guilt, self-doubt, or the feeling that you should be doing more.
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Develop ways to manage stress and reconnect with your needs.
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Practise setting boundaries and asking for support.
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Make space for rest, relationships, and activities that matter to you.
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Explore concerns about taking leave or returning to work, including what may need to change.
Your therapist will work with you to identify priorities and adapt the support as your needs evolve.
Support before, during and after burnout leave
Support before, during, and after burnout leave
Your questions and needs may change depending on where you are in your experience. Therapy can offer support as you navigate the uncertainty, emotions, and decisions involved.
If you’re considering taking leave
You may be wondering whether you can keep going, worried about letting colleagues down, or concerned about the financial impact of time away. Therapy offers space to explore these pressures, understand your needs, and prepare questions for your healthcare provider.
If you’re already on leave
Being away from work doesn’t always mean you immediately feel better. You may still feel exhausted, guilty, restless, or unsure how to spend your days. Your therapist can help you explore these feelings and develop a manageable daily rhythm without turning recovery into another list of demands.
If you’re preparing to return to work
Returning can bring relief alongside worries about falling into the same patterns. Therapy can help you identify sources of stress, practise communicating your needs, and explore boundaries and supports that may help you move forward.
Decisions about medical leave, fitness to return, and required documentation should be discussed with the healthcare professional responsible for your medical care.
What to expect in your first session
You don’t need to have everything figured out or know exactly what to say. Your first session is an opportunity to share what brought you to therapy, ask questions, and begin getting to know your therapist.
Together, you may explore:
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What has been feeling difficult and how long it has been happening.
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How stress and exhaustion are affecting your sleep, work, relationships, and daily life.
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Your current responsibilities, pressures, and available support.
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What you’ve already tried and what has or hasn’t helped.
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What you would like support with first.
Your therapist will explain how they work, discuss confidentiality and its limits, and explore next steps with you. There is room to ask questions and talk about what feels manageable.
Meet your burnout therapists.
Marina Crosbie, MA
Art Therapist, AATQ
Marina supports adults experiencing burnout, stress, and perfectionism through conversation and creative expression. Her approach incorporates mindfulness and self-compassion, offering ways to explore feelings that can be difficult to put into words. No artistic experience is needed.
Language: English
Fee: $85–$130 per 50-minute session
Lea Muhigi, MSW
Social Worker, OTSTCFQ
Lea offers a compassionate, collaborative space for people experiencing stress, burnout, and emotional overwhelm. Drawing on cognitive behavioural, narrative, and strengths-based approaches, she helps clients explore their experiences and develop coping skills suited to their needs.
Languages: English, French, and Swahili
Fee: $65–$130 per 50-minute session
Alexia Tamburro
Clinical Intern, under the supervision of Nadja Grabovari, MA, Psychologist
Alexia supports people navigating burnout, caregiving demands, relationship stress, and life transitions. Her collaborative approach combines practical coping strategies with space to explore your needs, particularly when caring for others has left little room for yourself.
Languages: English and French
Fee: Sliding scale, $65–$100 per session
Misagh Azhar, MA
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CRPO
Misagh supports adults experiencing stress, burnout, anxiety, and life transitions. Her personalized approach draws on cognitive behavioural and mindfulness-based methods to explore emotional difficulties and develop strategies that fit your circumstances.
Languages: English and Farsi
Fee: $150 per 50-minute individual session
Kristina Fryml, MA, MTA, MT-BC
Creative Arts Therapist
Kristina offers a compassionate space to explore burnout, stress, guilt, and emotional overwhelm. Conversation forms the foundation of her approach, with music and creative expression available as optional ways to explore your experiences. No musical experience is required.
Language: English
Fee: $160 per 50-minute individual session
Sirah Diarra, MSW
Social Worker, OTSTCFQ
Sirah supports adults experiencing stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. Drawing on cognitive behavioural, solution-focused, and emotion-focused approaches, she helps clients understand their emotions, recognize their strengths, and develop practical coping skills.
Languages: English and French
Fee: $110 per 50-minute individual session
Burnout Prevention Coaching In Montreal
Want support to manage stress before exhaustion takes over?
Our burnout prevention coaching in Montreal helps you recognize early signs of overwhelm, set clearer boundaries, and create a healthier work-life balance. Through personalized coaching, you can clarify your priorities, manage competing demands, and build realistic routines that make room for rest and self-care. Your coach helps you turn your goals into practical steps that fit your everyday life.
Resources
Burnout Self-Test
Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI)
Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) is a tool used to assess burnout levels in individuals, focusing on emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and personal accomplishment. It helps identify burnout, enabling organizations and individuals address the issue effectively. By understanding burnout through the MBI, workplaces can promote better employee well-being and productivity.
Frequently asked questions about burnout therapy
Do I need to be on leave to seek support?
No. You can seek support while you’re still working, during leave, or as you prepare to return. You don’t need to wait until everyday responsibilities feel unmanageable to talk about what you’re experiencing.
What if I’m unsure whether I’m experiencing burnout?
You don’t need to arrive with a label or diagnosis. You can begin by describing how you’ve been feeling and how it affects your daily life. Your practitioner can explore your concerns with you and discuss whether another healthcare professional’s input would be helpful.
How many sessions will I need?
There is no fixed number. The frequency and length of support depend on your needs, circumstances, and goals. You and your practitioner can discuss a manageable starting point and review it together as you go.
Are sessions available online?
Yes. Online appointments are available for clients in Montreal and across Quebec. Check your chosen practitioner’s profile for appointment options and languages offered.
Will my insurance cover the sessions?
Coverage depends on your insurance plan and the professional designation of the practitioner you see. Before booking, ask the clinic what type of receipt the practitioner provides and confirm eligibility with your insurer. If you’re seeing an intern, ask specifically about coverage for supervised services.
Can you provide a medical certificate or complete leave paperwork?
Please contact us before booking if you need a certificate, workplace form, or insurance documentation. Requirements vary, and we can clarify whether the practitioner you’re considering provides the requested documentation.
How do I choose between burnout therapy and coaching?
Therapy offers space to explore emotional distress, its effects on your daily life, and the patterns contributing to your difficulties. Coaching focuses on practical goals, habits, and changes within the coach’s scope. Read more about burnout coaching. If you’re unsure where to begin, contact our team so we can help you explore the available options: Contact Us
Take the first step toward support
You don’t need to know exactly what you need before reaching out. Whether you’re struggling to get through the workday, already on leave, or worried about returning, we’re here to help you explore your options.
Choose a practitioner above or contact our team for help finding a suitable match.
Online appointments available in Montreal and across Quebec.
Email: info@thecircleofwellnessmtl.com
Phone: 438-796-2023