Understanding the concern
Common signs and experiences
People experience this concern in different ways. A few signs may be familiar, or your experience may not match a list neatly. These examples are not a test and cannot diagnose a condition.
- Feeling depleted or unable to switch off
- Irritability, worry or emotional exhaustion
- Difficulty focusing or completing familiar tasks
- Sleep changes or recurring headaches and tension
- Feeling detached from work or responsibilities
What matters is the effect on your life and whether you would like support in understanding it. You are welcome to describe the concern in your own words rather than using clinical terms.
Getting support
When to see a psychologist
You may want to speak with a psychologist when stress is affecting your health, relationships, work or studies, or when rest no longer seems to restore your energy. Burnout is not a personal failure; it can be a signal to look carefully at demands, resources and boundaries.
A consultation can help separate work pressures from other concerns and identify what is within your control. Physical symptoms, persistent sleep problems or severe mood changes can also need medical review, so the discussion may include referral options where appropriate.
Seeking support is a personal choice. A first conversation can help clarify the concern, your priorities and whether this service is the right next step. If a different professional or a medical assessment would be more suitable, that can be discussed openly.
A collaborative process
How counselling and follow-up work
Counselling may look at stressors, expectations, work patterns, recovery time, self-talk and the support available to you. CBT-informed reflection and practical skills can help you notice unhelpful cycles, set boundaries and make changes in manageable steps.
Work is shaped around your situation rather than a fixed productivity target. Follow-up gives you space to review what changed and what remains difficult. Workplace wellness conversations can also focus on stress awareness, communication and emotional wellbeing; no specific employer programme or result is promised.
Psychotherapy is a conversation-based process shaped around your concerns and goals. Sessions can include reflection, counselling, practice between visits and follow-up discussions. The approach is reviewed with you; no cure or specific result is promised.
Your first visit
What happens at the first consultation?
The first meeting is a chance to share what has brought you in and what you would like help with. You can talk about when the concern began, how it affects daily life and what you have already tried. There is no requirement to tell your whole story in one sitting.
Chandni will ask questions to understand your goals and relevant context, explain how sessions are organised, and invite your questions. Privacy and its legal or safety-related limits are discussed. You can then decide together whether to continue, consider a different approach or seek another professional’s input.
You do not need a referral or special preparation. Notes, reports or a list of questions are optional if they help you feel ready.
Flexible appointments
Online consultation option
Online appointments are available by prior booking. They can be useful when travel is difficult or when you prefer to speak from a familiar setting. The psychologist will discuss whether online care fits your concern and goals.
Please join from a private place with a reliable connection. If an urgent in-person assessment or emergency response is needed, an online appointment is not a substitute; appropriate local support should be contacted promptly.
Clear answers
Frequently asked questions
Is burnout the same as depression?
They can overlap, but they are not identical. A consultation can explore the pattern and whether a medical or psychological assessment is appropriate.
Can work stress affect sleep?
Ongoing stress may affect rest, but sleep changes can have several causes. A medical review is sensible when symptoms are persistent or severe.
Will therapy tell me to quit my job?
No. Sessions can help you clarify priorities, limits and options; decisions remain yours.
Can I book online after work?
Online appointments are available by prior booking. Current hours are listed on this site and on the Google Business Profile.
Need urgent support?
This website is not an emergency service. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call local emergency services. In India, the Government’s Tele-MANAS helpline is available at 14416.