Professional life · Individual therapy · Chicago
Therapy for Educators
Teaching and supporting others can involve emotional demands that extend well beyond scheduled hours. You may care deeply about the work while feeling depleted by competing needs and limited resources.
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
- Guilt about not doing more
- Carrying the day into evenings
- Feeling disconnected from the reasons you began
Your experience may look different. These examples are starting points for a conversation.
How we can work on this
We can explore the demands you face, the expectations you place on yourself, and realistic room for recovery. The work can include burnout, boundaries, and reconnecting with priorities outside your role.
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
Do I have to be considering leaving education?
No. Therapy can support you whether you want to stay, change roles, or simply understand what has been difficult.
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