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  When we talk about workplace burnout, workload usually gets most of the attention. Someone is exhausted, overwhelmed, and struggling to get through the week, so the obvious conclusion is that they simply have too much to do. Reduce their workload, give them some time off and the problem should disappear. Sometimes that helps. But burnout is more complicated than being busy. Two employees can have almost identical workloads and experience them completely differently. One may feel challenged and motivated while the other feels emotionally depleted and increasingly detached from their job. The difference can lie in everything surrounding the work. You have responsibility but no control People can often tolerate demanding periods surprisingly well when they have some control over how they manage them. Problems can arise when employees are held responsible for outcomes but have very little influence over how those outcomes are achieved. You might have deadlines you didn’t set, targets...

  🧘‍♀️🌿 Mindfulness-Based Techniques for Mental Wellness When your mind feels stuck in negative thoughts, worries, or stress, mindfulness can help you reconnect with the present moment. 💙 A variety of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions incorporate mindfulness practices such as: 🌬️ Breathing exercises 🧘 Meditation 👀 Bringing awareness to the present moment 💭 Observing thoughts without becoming overwhelmed by them ✨ Mindfulness techniques may be integrated into therapy to help you: ✔️ Redirect your attention away from unhelpful thought patterns ✔️ Manage worries and depressive thoughts ✔️ Become more accepting of difficult situations ✔️ Develop greater self-awareness ✔️ Practice compassion toward yourself 💕 🌱 Mindfulness isn't about making difficult thoughts disappear. It's about learning to notice your thoughts and feelings with greater awareness and acceptance. 💙 At PVD Psychological Associates , therapy is tailored to your unique needs and goals, incor...

  There’s a difference between being busy at work and feeling engaged at work. An endless stream of emails, meetings, messages and long-term projects can leave employees working hard all day without ever getting the psychological satisfaction of thinking, “I accomplished something today." Creating achievable milestones and making progress visible is one small way managers can help — but engagement goes beyond productivity. Giving employees opportunities for connection, autonomy, movement, learning, recognition and uninterrupted focus can all contribute to a healthier working environment. A supportive workplace can’t replace mental health treatment, but it **can** reduce unnecessary stress and create more opportunities for employees to feel capable, connected and valued. Our newest blog explores practical ways organizations can create workplaces that better support employee engagement and mental wellbeing. Read “Creating a Workplace That Helps Employees Stay Engaged” at PVDPsych.c...

  Burnout isn’t always about having too much on your plate. Sometimes, it comes from giving your best and feeling like no one notices. When effort, ideas, extra hours, and added responsibilities consistently go unrecognized, motivation can slowly turn into resentment and disengagement. And recognition is about more than praise—it can look like fair compensation, meaningful feedback, opportunities to grow, and simply knowing your voice matters. If you’re feeling burned out at work, it may be worth asking: Is it the workload—or is it what’s happening around the work? Our latest blog explores some of the less obvious reasons workplace burnout happens and why time off alone isn’t always enough. Read more at PVDPsych.com. https://pvdpsych.com/workplace-burnout/ #WorkplaceBurnout #Burnout #WorkplaceMentalHealth #MentalHealthAtWork #WorkStress #EmployeeWellbeing #ProvidenceRI #PVDPsych

  🎓🧠 Student Therapists & Mental Health Care Did you know that student therapists who receive regular supervision and feedback can provide effective support for individuals experiencing a variety of mental health concerns? 💙 With ongoing guidance from experienced supervisors, student therapists can develop their clinical skills while working with individuals facing challenges such as: 😟 Anxiety disorders 💙 Depression 🧠 Trauma-related concerns 🌿 Other mental health challenges 🤝 Regular supervision provides an important opportunity for student therapists to receive feedback, strengthen their clinical skills, and continue developing as mental health professionals. ✨ Seeking therapy is a meaningful step toward better mental health—and supervised training can be an important part of preparing the next generation of compassionate therapists. 🔗 Learn more: https://pvdpsych.com/student-mental-health/ #StudentTherapists #MentalHealthTherapy #AnxietySupport #DepressionSupport #...

  The Hidden Danger of Social Pressure Social media has changed our understanding of what is normal. Behaviors that once might have caused friends, family members, or coworkers to express concern can now be filmed, uploaded, shared, debated, and turned into entertainment within hours. When a public figure displays behavior online that viewers perceive as erratic, highly emotional, impulsive, or concerning, the reaction can quickly become part of the spectacle. We cannot diagnose someone’s mental health from social media. There could be so many explanations for behavior we see online, and viewers rarely have enough information to know what’s really happening behind the scenes. What psychologists can examine, however, is what repeated exposure to this type of content may do to the audience. Social media can shift our idea of “normal” Human beings are heavily influenced by social norms. We look to other people for information about how we should behave, what we should tolerate, and wh...