Emotional well-being · Individual therapy · Chicago
Stress & Overload
When demands keep arriving faster than you can recover, even a small request can feel like too much. You may be carrying an invisible list that never seems to get shorter.
Explore a free consultation ↗Start with your experience.
You do not need the perfect explanation. We can begin with what has been difficult and what you would like to understand.
What you may be noticing
- Difficulty switching attention off work
- Less patience than usual
- Feeling unable to prioritize your needs
Your experience may look different. These examples are starting points for a conversation.
How we can work on this
We can map what is asking for your energy, distinguish what you can influence from what you cannot, and examine the expectations that make every task feel equally urgent. Our work can include practical limits and ways to recognize overload earlier.
I am Sam Rustum, LCPC. My work is collaborative: we will discuss your priorities, choose a starting point, and check whether our approach is useful to you.
A question you may have
What if the demands are real and cannot simply be removed?
We will take those constraints seriously. Therapy can help you consider available choices and support without suggesting that all stress is a matter of mindset.
Talk about your next step.
A free 15-minute consultation is a chance to ask questions and discuss fit. Sessions are $300 for one hour. Contact me to confirm availability, location, and payment options.
Request a consultation ↗Sam Rustum, LCPC · Rustum Therapy, LLC · Chicago
$300 for a one-hour session · Free 15-minute consultation