Burnout Support for High-Functioning Women.
You are functioning - just.
You are the one people rely on. You juggle all the things - work, children, relationships, the house, the schedules. You are the one that gets things done.
But no-one sees how that's actually affecting you.
You are tired all the time. Not just physically, but emotionally, mentally, hormonally.
You wake up tired, rest isn't working for you.
Any even thought you are coping... you know that you are not OK.
This isn't weakness, it's burnout. And it's so much more common than you might think - especially for high-functioning women who never give themselves permission to stop.
What is burnout - really?
Burnout isn't just feeling "a bit tired" or "a bit stressed".
It's a chronic state of nervous system regulation - where your body is stuck in survival mode.
Commons signs of burnout in women.
Constant fatigue even after sleep
Feeling emotionally flat or overwhelmed by small things
Brain fog and difficulty concentrating
Irritability, anxiety or emotional numbness
Hormonal symptoms worsening
A sense of disconnection from yourself
Resentment, even when everything looks "fine" on the outside
Sound familiar?
If you have found yourself Googling "why am I always tired" or thinking "Is this just life now?" - this page is for you.
Why Burnout goes Unnoticed in High Functioning Women
Because you don't stop. Because you are good at coping. Because everyone assumes you've got it all together - and you don't tell the different.
And the truth is, you are capable.
But that doesn't mean you should have to carry it all, all the time.
Burnout often goes unnoticed (or ignored) because it looks like competence. But your body always knows. And eventually, it will ask louder and louder through fatigue, illness, hormonal shifts or emotional burnout.
You don't need more mindset hacks or a bigger to do list.
Your nervous system needs to feel safe again, you need to create boundaries and space to reconnect with yourself.
At Empowered Calm Co, I work with women, especially mums and quiet over-functioners, who are tired of being "fine" while they fall apart inside.
We start by getting you calm enough to hear what your body has been trying to tell you. Then we help you thrive - not just survive.
What makes my approach different?
This isn't just stress management.
This is holistic, nervous-system-led approach that supports your whole self - body, mind, energy and identity.
As a certified coach trained in nervous system regulation, holistic practices, nutrition and lifestyle change. I guide you to:
Understand your burnout and how your nervous system and hormones might be impacting it
Calm your body and support your energy sustainably
Create space to hear what your body is trying to tell you
Rebuild your boundaries, your rhythm and your self-trust
You don't have to cope - it's time for you to thrive.
Support for burnout
The Empowered Calm Programme
If you are ready to go beyond tips an take meaningful action, The Empowered Calm Programme is here to support you.
It's a 12 week, 1:1 coaching experience, designed for high-functioning women navigating burnout or hormonal shifts.
This isn't about overhauling your life overnight. It's about slowing down enough to hear what needs to shift - and having the support to make those changes.
We will gently explore
What's draining you (emotionally, physically and mentally)
Why rest hasn't been working and how to make it restorative.
How to set boundaries that don't feel like failure
Guilt-free rest, nervous system reset tools and energy support
A personalised approach to your unique stress pattern and recovery style.
Why This work matters
Because pushing through is what got you here - but won't get you out
Because your body is whispering what your mind has been overriding
Because you don't need a productivity tip - you need space to breathe
Because burnout recovery isn't about doing more.
Simple Steps for Burnout Recovery
Even if you are not ready for coaching yet, these first steps can help:
Start noticing what drains vs nourishes you each day - no judgement, just awareness
Reduce stimulation before bed - phone off, lights low, no pressure to be productive.
Try 4, 7, 8 breathing: for 3 minutes before sleep, it helps calm your nervous system
Say "no" once this week - to something you would usually say yet to out of guilt.
Burnout recovery begins with small acts of self-care.
introductory Rate Just £888 for the full 12 week experience
Get Started Today!
Experience includes 6 sessions and personalised support.
Payment plan available 3 x £300 - please email me for more info: [email protected]
You don't need a breakdown to justify asking for help.
You just need to stop waiting for things to get worse before they get better - or for things to magically fix themselves.
If you are ready to feel calm, connected and more like yourself - I would love to support you.
About me
I'm Ali, a certified health and wellness coach, trained in nervous system regulation, nutrition and holistic wellbeing. But more than that, I am a woman who understands what it's like to carry too much for too long.
I've lived through the burnout, identity shifts and the strong on the outside crumbling on the inside life that happens when you are always there for everyone else but never for yourself.
My work is rooted in calm, clarity and compassion. I guide women, especially mums and quiet over-functioners, back to themselves using gentle coaching, intuitive tools and nervous system support.
If you have been telling everyone that you are "fine" when you feel anything but, this is my invitation for you to exhale and reconnect with yourself, your needs, energy and desires.
STILL NOT SURE?
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I am burned out or just tired?
Tiredness goes away with rest. Burnout lingers - and often gets worse over time. If even basic things feel hard, and rest doesn't seem to help, burnout might be the root. This coaching helps you identify the difference and work with it, not against it.
I'm still functioning, can I really be burned out?
Absolutely. Many of my clients are working, parenting, and showing up for others - while quietly falling apart inside. High-functioning burnout is real and it often goes unrecognised because you seem "fine".
Will this programme help with physical symptoms like headaches or poor sleep?
While this isn't medical advice, we work with nervous system regulation, sleep hygiene, stress layering and body awareness - which can significantly improve how you feel physically and emotionally. Often, the body starts to soften once it feels safe again.
What if I'm not ready to commit to 12 weeks?
You don't have to jump in immediately. You can start with a free guide or short coaching experience, like Your Calm Comeback. When you are ready, The Empowered Calm Programme is here - structured but flexible, with support that meets you where you are.
Is this like therapy?
Not quite. Coaching is present- and future-focussed. It's about helping you reconnect with yourself, listen to your body and build practical tools or change. It pairs well with therapy, but it's a different kind of space - one where we focus on building clarity and presence.
The Empowered Calm approach
It's not about doing more - it's about focusing on what really matters. Because when you start approaching life with calm, clarity and confidence - everything changes.
Whether you are navigating burnout, hormonal shifts, or feel disconnected from yourself, we start here.
Life Coaching
A calm, non-judgemental space to reflect, align and find yourself.
Nervous System Support
Somatic tools and strategies to help you feel safe, grounded and less reactive.
Holistic Health & Nutrition
Connect with your body's cues and understand how stress, energy and hormones impact you.
Breathwork & Meditation
Practical tools to clear the noise and reconnect with presence.
Mindset Rewiring (NLP)
Update the stories that are keeping you stuck and rewire your mind to support change.
Positive Psychology
Evidence-based tools to strengthen confidence, joy, wellbeing and resilience.
Empowerment Coaching
Reclaim your voice, your boundaries, your values and your vision.
Spiritual Connection
Room to explore your intuition, energy and the unseen support guiding your growth.
What my clients say
It was so simple, but profound and powerful. Do not hesitate to book with Ali, her coaching skills are highly effective, she is empathetic and highly skilled... from my first session I felt at ease and that Ali was entirely invested in me.
Lisa
I am profoundly grateful for the guidance and encouragement Ali has offered me. This year, my central theme has been "TRANSFORMATION," and Ali has undeniably played a key role in making that theme a reality.
Louisa
