Burn Bright, Not Out: Addressing Therapist Burnout, Self-Care, & Resilience- 2.5 CEs August 8, 2026

$45.00

Course Description

As mental health professionals, our greatest therapeutic tool is our own presence—but holding space for deep trauma, emotional distress, and systemic challenges can take a heavy physical and emotional toll. Over time, the very passion that drives us to serve can leave us vulnerable to compassion fatigue and professional exhaustion.

This comforting, practical, and restorative training is designed specifically for therapists looking to reclaim their energy and protect their well-being. Together, we will look closely at the emotional impact of clinical work and unpack the unique systemic risk factors that mental health professionals face. Moving past generic wellness advice, this course offers actionable, evidence-informed strategies to build ironclad clinical boundaries, restore a sustainable work-life balance, and design a personalized self-care toolkit. Join us to discover how to buffer against long-term professional burnout, safeguard your mental health, and sustain a vibrant, fulfilling career in counseling.

Learning Objectives

Based on the core pillars of the training, by the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Clearly distinguish between the everyday emotional impacts of clinical work, compassion fatigue, and systemic burnout.
  • Identify your personal and environmental risk factors to catch the early warning signs of exhaustion before they take hold.
  • Build strong, stress-free clinical and personal boundaries that naturally restore your work-life balance.
  • Design a realistic, body-and-mind self-care strategy filled with practical tools you can actually fit into a busy schedule.
  • Implement long-term, proactive professional habits that keep your passion alive and reduce the risk of career burnout.

CE Hours

Completion of the full course provides 2.5 NBCC approved CE hours.

Registration Requirements

Participants may register for this training directly on the Zoom Platform up until the date of the training. A link with join information is provided. You may use this link at any time to sign in to the training platform, which will provide you with reminders 1 week, 1 day, and 1 hour prior to the training.

Registration fees are paid by credit or debit card using Stripe credit card payment processing through PayPal. A PayPal account is not necessary to register.

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Course Description

As mental health professionals, our greatest therapeutic tool is our own presence—but holding space for deep trauma, emotional distress, and systemic challenges can take a heavy physical and emotional toll. Over time, the very passion that drives us to serve can leave us vulnerable to compassion fatigue and professional exhaustion.

This comforting, practical, and restorative training is designed specifically for therapists looking to reclaim their energy and protect their well-being. Together, we will look closely at the emotional impact of clinical work and unpack the unique systemic risk factors that mental health professionals face. Moving past generic wellness advice, this course offers actionable, evidence-informed strategies to build ironclad clinical boundaries, restore a sustainable work-life balance, and design a personalized self-care toolkit. Join us to discover how to buffer against long-term professional burnout, safeguard your mental health, and sustain a vibrant, fulfilling career in counseling.

Learning Objectives

Based on the core pillars of the training, by the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Clearly distinguish between the everyday emotional impacts of clinical work, compassion fatigue, and systemic burnout.
  • Identify your personal and environmental risk factors to catch the early warning signs of exhaustion before they take hold.
  • Build strong, stress-free clinical and personal boundaries that naturally restore your work-life balance.
  • Design a realistic, body-and-mind self-care strategy filled with practical tools you can actually fit into a busy schedule.
  • Implement long-term, proactive professional habits that keep your passion alive and reduce the risk of career burnout.

CE Hours

Completion of the full course provides 2.5 NBCC approved CE hours.

Registration Requirements

Participants may register for this training directly on the Zoom Platform up until the date of the training. A link with join information is provided. You may use this link at any time to sign in to the training platform, which will provide you with reminders 1 week, 1 day, and 1 hour prior to the training.

Registration fees are paid by credit or debit card using Stripe credit card payment processing through PayPal. A PayPal account is not necessary to register.

Presenter Information

Lanee Sambou, M.S., LPC

Lanee Sambou is a Licensed Professional Counselor, private practice owner, and veteran trainer who brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and adult learning experience to her work. Transitioning to behavioral health after a successful corporate career in training and human resources, her diverse clinical background spans private practice, substance use recovery, community mental health, and child welfare. With over 13 years of experience in professional development, Lanee combines education and behavioral health to deliver engaging, practical training for mental health professionals, focusing on evidence-informed practice, authentic therapeutic connection, and translating complex clinical knowledge into real-world application.

Contact Information:

Howard Harris & Associates, LLC

2795 Main St. W Suite 19A

Snellville, GA 30078

678-775-8620

info@howardharrisassociates.com

www.howardharrisassociates.com