Finding Your Way Back from Exhaustion, Numbness, and Burnout

Depression Therapy in Asheville NC & Online in North Carolina and Arizona: Helping Women Overcome Burnout, Chronic Stress, and Emotional Exhaustion

Therapy for depression for women in Asheville, NC: Helping You Regain Energy, Motivation & Hope

Maybe you’re…

🔹 Running on empty, exhausted from giving so much to everyone else with nothing left for yourself.
🔹 Numb and disconnected, going through the motions but struggling to find joy in anything.
🔹 Doubting your worth, feeling like no matter how much you do, it’s never enough.
🔹 Crushed by guilt when you try to rest, like you always should be doing more.
🔹 Struggling to recognize yourself, wondering how you became this tired, this depleted.
🔹 Overwhelmed by even small decisions, because everything just feels too much.
🔹 Longing to feel like yourself again, but unsure where to even begin.

Hi, I’m Brooke.

I help women recover from depression and burnout through holistic, evidence-based therapy that supports the mind, body, and nervous system. If you’ve been running on empty for too long—pushing through exhaustion, disconnecting from yourself just to get by—I want you to know there’s a way back.

Using EMDR, breathwork, somatic therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches, we’ll explore the different parts of you that have been carrying stress, self-doubt, and overwhelm for far too long. Together, we’ll help those parts find relief, reconnect you with what truly nourishes you, and rebuild a life that feels sustainable, fulfilling, and yours.

Reclaim your energy, restore your sense of balance, and feel like yourself again

How Depression Therapy in Asheville, NC, Can Help with Burnout and Emotional Exhaustion

What if you could…

🔹 Wake up feeling lighter, with a renewed sense of energy and motivation to start your day.
🔹 Move through life feeling more present and engaged, instead of just going through the motions.
🔹 Experience moments of joy again—genuine, effortless joy that doesn’t feel out of reach.
🔹 Feel deeply connected to others, no longer battling loneliness even in a crowded room.
🔹 Replace the constant overwhelm with a sense of balance, clarity, and ease.
🔹 Have something to look forward to—real hope for the future, and the energy to pursue it.

This is for you if:

🔹 Exhaustion, numbness, and lack of motivation have taken over, you’re tired of it and you’re ready for actual relief.
🔹 You’re tired of just “pushing through” and want to learn how to truly rest, recharge, and feel like yourself again.
🔹 You’ve tried therapy or other approaches before, but they only treated the symptoms—not the deeper emotional and nervous system burnout.
🔹 You’re looking for compassionate support that helps you heal without adding more pressure or expectations.

This may not be for you if:

🔹 You're looking for a quick fix rather than working through the deeper emotional and physical toll of burnout and depression.
🔹 You prefer only traditional talk therapy and aren’t interested in mind-body approaches like EMDR, breathwork, or somatic healing.
🔹 You’re not in a place where you feel ready to engage in therapy and take small, manageable steps toward change.
🔹 Prioritizing your well-being doesn’t feel possible right now.

The Link Between Depression, Anxiety, and Trauma

Depression and burnout don’t exist in isolation. Many women I work with also experience symptoms of anxiety and past trauma, even if they don’t recognize the connection at first.

  • Anxiety and Perfectionism: Chronic stress, high-functioning anxiety, and perfectionism often lead to burnout, leaving you feeling emotionally depleted and overwhelmed. If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of overthinking, pressure to “do it all,” or struggling to quiet your mind, your nervous system may be in constant overdrive—which can contribute to feelings of exhaustion and depression.
    💡 Learn more about Anxiety Therapy in Asheville, NC

  • Trauma and Emotional Exhaustion: Unprocessed trauma can also play a significant role in depression and burnout. When past experiences remain unresolved, they can drain your energy, disrupt your sense of safety, and make it difficult to feel fully engaged in your life. Healing isn’t just about managing symptoms—it’s about addressing the deeper wounds that may be keeping you stuck.
    💡 Find Support for Trauma & PTSD

Whether your depression stems from chronic stress, past trauma, or a combination of both, you don’t have to figure it out alone. With the right support, you can break free from the exhaustion and reclaim a sense of joy, purpose, and balance in your life.

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Treatment Modalities

  • Stuck in the pain of the past?
    When you’ve experienced trauma, it can feel like your past is always just beneath the surface—affecting how you think, feel, and react in the present. Maybe certain memories feel too overwhelming to revisit, or you find yourself stuck in patterns you just can’t break, no matter how hard you try.

    That’s where EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) can help. EMDR is a powerful approach that allows you to gently process painful memories so they no longer hold the same emotional charge. Together, we’ll work to reprocess those experiences in a safe, supportive environment, helping your brain heal and integrate what happened in a way that brings relief and freedom.

    You don’t have to relive the trauma to heal from it. Using guided techniques, we’ll help your brain “unstick” from the past and create new pathways that allow you to feel calm, grounded, and in control. Over time, you’ll notice the weight of those memories lifting and begin to experience a sense of peace and resilience.

    With EMDR, it’s possible to move beyond the pain of the past and step into a life that feels lighter, freer, and fully yours.

  • Feeling stuck in survival mode?
    Anxiety and depression can feel like you’re trapped in a constant state of overwhelm—your body tense, your thoughts racing, and no sense of relief in sight. That’s because our nervous systems are wired for survival, and sometimes they get stuck in “fight, flight, or freeze” mode, even when there’s no immediate danger.

    This is where polyvagal theory comes in. Together, we’ll work to gently retrain your nervous system so it feels safe to relax and reconnect. We’ll explore practices like breathwork, mindfulness, and grounding techniques to help your body shift out of survival mode and into a state of calm. Over time, you’ll notice it becomes easier to stay present, manage stress, and respond to challenges without feeling overwhelmed.

    Polyvagal theory also helps us understand how anxiety and depression can impact your relationships. By learning how to regulate your nervous system, you’ll feel more connected to yourself and the people around you, creating space for deeper, healthier relationships.

    With this approach, you’ll not only find relief from anxiety and depression but also build resilience, confidence, and a greater sense of balance in your life.

  • Feeling torn between parts of yourself?
    Sometimes it can feel like there’s an internal tug-of-war happening inside you. Maybe one part of you wants to move forward, but another part keeps pulling you back into fear or doubt. You might even notice a harsh inner critic that won’t let up or a part of you that just wants to nhelps you understand and work with these parts of yourself, not fight against them. Together, we’ll explore how each part has developed to protect or support you, even if it doesn’t feel that way right now. By building a sense of compassion and curiosity toward these parts, you’ll start to feel more connected, calm, and in control of your inner world.

    This approach isn’t about fixing you—it’s about helping all the parts of you work together so you can feel more whole. Over time, you’ll notice that self-doubt gives way to confidence, and the patterns that once felt impossible to change start to shift.

    Parts work can help heal old wounds, calm the chaos inside, and reconnect with the grounded, resilient self that’s been there all along.

  • Feeling stuck in the past or caught in “what if” worries?
    Anxiety, depression, and trauma can keep you trapped in a constant tug-of-war between the past and the future—replaying old mistakes or bracing for what might go wrong. Mindfulness-Based Therapy offers a way to step out of that cycle and build the capacity you need to anchor yourself in the present moment.

    Together, we’ll work on building awareness of your thoughts, emotions, and body without judgment. Using mindfulness practices, you’ll learn how to pause, breathe, and respond with intention instead of reacting out of overwhelm or fear. Over time, you’ll discover how to stay grounded in the here and now, even when life feels chaotic or uncertain.

    This isn’t about ignoring the hard stuff—it’s about meeting it with calm, clarity, and compassion so you can start living with more balance and peace of mind.

  • Are your relationships leaving you feeling disconnected, hurt and even more alone?

    The way we connect with others often traces back to the patterns we learned early in life. If those patterns were shaped by pain, neglect, or instability, it can feel hard to trust others, set boundaries, or feel truly safe in relationships.

    Attachment-Based Therapy helps you explore how your past relationships shape the way you show up today. Together, we’ll work to identify old patterns, heal the wounds they’ve left, and create new ways of connecting that feel safe and fulfilling.

    Through this process, you’ll learn how to trust yourself and others, set boundaries with confidence, and build relationships where you can feel seen, valued, and supported.

Feeling unsure? Let’s talk through your concerns 

  • It's natural to fear that delving into past traumas might be too intense. In therapy, we will always move at a pace that feels safe for you. We won't rush into difficult topics or feelings until you're ready. The goal is to create a supportive environment where you feel in control of your healing journey.

  • It's common to doubt whether therapy can help, especially if you've tried it before without the desired results. Every therapeutic relationship is unique, and finding the right fit is crucial. Together, we'll explore approaches tailored to your specific needs, focusing on building trust and creating a space where you feel heard and understood.

  • Opening up about personal experiences can be daunting, especially if you're concerned about judgment. In therapy, you are met with empathy and without judgment. Your feelings and experiences are valid, and our work together is centered on understanding and supporting you.

  • It's a common misconception that therapy requires you to relive traumatic events. While understanding the impact of past experiences is part of the process, we focus on your current feelings and coping mechanisms. We work together to build resilience and find ways to move forward without dwelling on the past.


  • Therapy is a financial commitment, but it’s also an investment in your mental and emotional health. The patterns you’re working through-disconnection from yourself and others, overwhelm, numbing out the pain—cost you time, peace, and energy every single day. The healing and tools you’ll gain in therapy can transform not just your mental health but your relationships, work, and overall well-being.