Therapy for Parental Burnout
Recognize the signs of burnout before they spiral
Unpack the mental, emotional, and physical load you’re carrying
Reconnect with yourself—not just your role as a parent
Learn how to rest, say no, and ask for help without guilt
Find relief, clarity, and a path forward
It’s okay if you feel completely maxed out.
You love your kids—but that doesn’t mean you’re okay. You may be running on fumes, stretched so thin that even the smallest things feel overwhelming. The mental checklist never ends. The demands are constant. And somewhere along the way, you disappeared.
Maybe you’ve lost your patience more than you’d like to admit. Maybe you fantasize about running away, just to get a break. Maybe you feel emotionally numb, quick to snap, or completely disconnected from the parts of life that used to bring you joy.
This isn’t just exhaustion. It’s burnout. And you’re not alone.
At Matrescence Therapy, we see what you’re carrying. You don’t have to explain or defend how tired you are. We’re here to listen, hold space, and help you start finding your way back to yourself.
Parental burnout doesn’t mean you don’t love your children.
It means:
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You’re overwhelmed by the never-ending responsibilities
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You don’t have enough support or space to recharge
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You feel emotionally spent and physically drained
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You’re stuck in survival mode, unable to enjoy the moment
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You feel guilty for wanting a break—but know you desperately need one
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You can’t remember the last time you did something just for you
Therapy offers a pause. A place to breathe. A reminder that you’re a person, not just a provider or caretaker.
Support that meets you where you are.
We know what it’s like to feel like you’re supposed to do it all. To be grateful and present and calm—even when you’re at your limit. Let’s drop the pressure and create space for what you truly need.
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No fixing or forcing: You don’t have to “get it together” to show up here. Come overwhelmed, come undone—come as you are.
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Explore the root causes: Together, we’ll look at what’s fueling the burnout—whether it’s perfectionism, pressure, isolation, or lack of support.
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Tools for real life: We’ll help you develop coping strategies that fit into your life, not add to your to-do list.
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Permission to rest: You’re allowed to stop. To care for yourself. To matter just as much as the people you’re caring for.
You don’t have to keep powering through. You’re allowed to rest, reset, and receive care too.
Parental burnout is real. Therapy can help.
Identify and Ease Burnout
Reclaim Time and Energy for Yourself
Set Boundaries Without Guilt
Restore Emotional Balance
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Virtual Sessions Throughout Chicagoland & Illinois
*This is a virtual practice.
All sessions are held through video. You must be residing in Illinois.