Stress, Overwhelm & Burnout
Stress is the body’s response to pressure or demand. In short bursts, it can be helpful. When stress becomes ongoing or feels out of our control, it can start to affect how we think, feel, and cope day to day.
Many people push through stress for a long time before seeking support. Over time, this can lead to feeling overwhelmed, mentally overloaded, or emotionally worn down — often described as burnout.
At The Willows Hypnotherapy, I help people understand how stress builds in the brain and body, and how — with the right support — the nervous system can begin to settle and reset.
Stress, anxiety, and overwhelm – what’s the difference?
Stress is usually linked to external pressures, such as work demands, responsibilities, or difficult life events.
Anxiety is more about internal threat — worry, anticipation, or feeling on edge even when there is no immediate pressure.
Long-term stress can keep the brain on high alert, which can increase anxiety and lead to overwhelm. Many people experience a combination of all three.
Average number of sessions: 8 - 12.
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When stress becomes overwhelm or burnout
When stress continues without enough recovery, the nervous system doesn’t get a chance to reset. This can lead to:
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emotional exhaustion
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difficulty concentrating or making decisions
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irritability or low motivation
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reduced confidence
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poor sleep or constant tension
Burnout is usually a gradual wearing down, rather than a sudden breakdown.
How hypnotherapy for stress can help
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy focuses on helping the brain move out of prolonged threat mode and into a steadier, calmer state.
Sessions involve:
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clear explanations of how stress affects the brain and body
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understanding why overwhelm and burnout develop
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reducing overall stress levels so thinking feels clearer
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supporting the brain to respond differently to pressure
Clients often find that understanding how their brain works brings immediate reassurance.
What sessions are like
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calm, supportive, and professional
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clear explanations in everyday language
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no pressure to relive difficult experiences
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sessions tailored to you and your goals
I offer in-person hypnotherapy from my private practice in Huddersfield, serving clients in the surrounding towns, as well as online sessions.
Next step
If stress, overwhelm, or burnout are affecting your wellbeing and you’d like to explore whether hypnotherapy could help, you’re welcome to book a complimentary discovery call.
The Symptoms of Stress
Psychological
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difficulty concentrating
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struggling to make decisions
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feeling overwhelmed
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constantly worrying
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being forgetful
Physical
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headaches or dizziness
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muscle tension or pain
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stomach problems
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chest pain or a faster heartbeat
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sexual problems
Changes in Behaviour
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being irritable and snappy
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sleeping too much or too little
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eating too much or too little
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avoiding certain places or people
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drinking or smoking more