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A healthcare worker in full PPE, including gloves, hairnet, and a surgical mask, rests her head on her arms at a desk, eyes closed in exhaustion - a powerful image of burnout in high-functioning roles.

A healthcare worker in full PPE, including gloves, hairnet, and a surgical mask, rests her head on her arms at a desk, eyes closed in exhaustion - a powerful image of burnout in high-functioning roles.

What High-Functioning Burnout Feels Like - Even If You're Still Coping

Esther Dietrichsen-Farley

Jun 2, 20253 min read

A robot sits on a cosy orange armchair wearing a knitted jumper and holding a mug, in a warm, homey setting. The image reflects emotional disconnection and the longing to feel human again - part of The Farley's, Counselling in Southampton, visual branding.

A robot sits on a cosy orange armchair wearing a knitted jumper and holding a mug, in a warm, homey setting. The image reflects emotional disconnection and the longing to feel human again - part of The Farley's, Counselling in Southampton, visual branding.

What Counselling in Southampton Feels Like - Even If You’re Still Coping

Esther Dietrichsen-Farley

Jun 2, 20254 min read

Professional woman sitting on a bench reading, appearing thoughtful and tense - conveying the quiet overwhelm often experienced with high-functioning anxiety.

Professional woman sitting on a bench reading, appearing thoughtful and tense - conveying the quiet overwhelm often experienced with high-functioning anxiety.

High-Functioning Anxiety: When You Look Fine But Feel Everything

Esther Dietrichsen-Farley

May 27, 20253 min read

A woman sits alone in a café, holding a cup of coffee and gazing out the window. Calm on the outside, but carrying quiet emotional weight. Therapy for burnout, emotional disconnection, and the invisible struggles of high-functioning adults.

A woman sits alone in a café, holding a cup of coffee and gazing out the window. Calm on the outside, but carrying quiet emotional weight. Therapy for burnout, emotional disconnection, and the invisible struggles of high-functioning adults.

5 Therapy Myths (UK) That Could Be Holding You Back

Esther Dietrichsen-Farley

May 26, 20253 min read

A woman with her back to the camera, standing by the water, her hair tied with a soft pink ribbon — capturing the quiet ache of wanting to be seen without needing to explain or perform.

A woman with her back to the camera, standing by the water, her hair tied with a soft pink ribbon — capturing the quiet ache of wanting to be seen without needing to explain or perform.

Burnout Support UK - When Connection Feels Too Costly. Please See Me. Just Don’t Make Me Perform For It.

Esther Dietrichsen-Farley

May 22, 20254 min read

A humanoid robot standing alone in an art gallery, surrounded by people and paintings — symbolising the quiet disconnect and emotional numbness often felt by those experiencing burnout.

A humanoid robot standing alone in an art gallery, surrounded by people and paintings — symbolising the quiet disconnect and emotional numbness often felt by those experiencing burnout.

You’re Still Going - But at What Cost? Why Talking About Burnout Changes Everything

Esther Dietrichsen-Farley

Apr 21, 20254 min read

A humanoid robot standing alone in a glowing sunset, gazing out with a reflective posture - symbolising the emotional detachment and quiet overwhelm often felt during burnout.

A humanoid robot standing alone in a glowing sunset, gazing out with a reflective posture - symbolising the emotional detachment and quiet overwhelm often felt during burnout.

Burnout Recovery Therapy in the UK: A Slower, More Human Approach

Esther Dietrichsen-Farley

Feb 11, 20253 min read

A young woman sitting on a sofa, looking out the window with a pensive expression — capturing the emotional weight many people feel when searching for the right therapist.

A young woman sitting on a sofa, looking out the window with a pensive expression — capturing the emotional weight many people feel when searching for the right therapist.

How Do I Choose a Therapist (When I’m Already Overthinking It)? Private Therapy in Southampton & Online - The Farley

Esther Dietrichsen-Farley

Feb 2, 20253 min read

A therapist and client sit across from each other in a light-filled room, suggesting a calm, confidential space for emotional support at work.

A therapist and client sit across from each other in a light-filled room, suggesting a calm, confidential space for emotional support at work.

Therapy for Employees That Works Because It Feels Human

Esther Dietrichsen-Farley

Oct 10, 20243 min read

Woman in neutral clothing talking to a workplace counsellor in a comfortable setting, symbolising confidential support at work.

Woman in neutral clothing talking to a workplace counsellor in a comfortable setting, symbolising confidential support at work.

What Is a Workplace Counsellor - And Why It Matters More Than You Think

Esther Dietrichsen-Farley

Sep 23, 20243 min read

Two women face each other, one in bold red, the other in deep blue — a striking visual metaphor for the inner split many founders experience: public composure versus private pressure.

Two women face each other, one in bold red, the other in deep blue — a striking visual metaphor for the inner split many founders experience: public composure versus private pressure.

Founders and Stress: The Quiet Strain Behind High Achievement

Esther Dietrichsen-Farley

May 6, 20243 min read

A person sitting with a therapist, looking tired and reflective during a session about burnout.

A person sitting with a therapist, looking tired and reflective during a session about burnout.

What Is Burnout Therapy? A Slower, More Human Approach in the UK

Esther Dietrichsen-Farley

Apr 26, 20245 min read

A woman sitting behind a laptop, eyes closed and pinching the bridge of her nose - a visual expression of burnout and overwhelm, often felt by entrepreneurs.

A woman sitting behind a laptop, eyes closed and pinching the bridge of her nose - a visual expression of burnout and overwhelm, often felt by entrepreneurs.

Private Therapy for Entrepreneurs: For the Ones Who Can’t Switch Off

Esther Dietrichsen-Farley

Apr 13, 20243 min read

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