Burnout Coaching for Neurodivergent Individuals

Prevent and overcome burnout

Burnout is the collective result of various factors culminating in prolonged stress and health/lifestyle issues that lead to severe depletion of the immune system (Balanceology)

For neurodivergent individuals, the constant need to fit into a neurotypical world, combined with sensory overload, executive function challenges, constant masking and keeping up with the demands of modern life, can significantly increase the risk of burnout.

Studies indicate that burnout tends to impact neurodivergent people more severely. For example, Autistic burnout goes beyond typical burnout as it may lead to a temporary loss of skills, increased sensory sensitivities, and a need for extended recovery time.

Limited understanding in workplaces, schools, and society at large can further increase stress, leaving neurodivergent people without the support they need.

Common Signs of Burnout

Research by YouGov in 2024 found that 9 in 10 adults in the UK (91%) report experiencing high or extreme levels of pressure or stress at some point. 1 in 4 adults feel unable to manage the level of stress and pressure in their lives.

Symptoms of burnout show up in different ways.

  • Cognitive

    Difficulty concentrating, memory problems, decision fatigue or brain fog.

  • Behavioural

    Procrastination, withdrawal, restlessness, difficulty saying ‘no,’ or avoiding responsibilities.

  • Emotional

    Irritability, mood swings, overwhelm or feeling detached and unmotivated.

  • Physical

    Chronic fatigue, picking up colds easily, headaches, disruption to sleep or muscle tension.

  • Environmental

    Feeling overwhelmed by your surroundings, piles of paperwork and unfinished tasks, hypersensitivity to noise, clutter, or other stimuli.

  • Energetic

    Always feeling exhausted, lack of energy or feeling drained.

  • Intuitive

    A sense of disconnection from yourself, your goals, or your values.

  • Relational

    Strained relationships, increased conflict, or feeling disconnected from those around you.

Burnout coaching helps you identify the root causes of your stress, recover your energy, and develop sustainable strategies to prevent future burnout.

Coaching focuses on your ideal future, building on your strengths, and achieving your ideal life by staying present and moving forward with purpose.

Burnout coaching does not diagnose conditions but helps uncover and understand what might be sitting beneath the surface. If specialist support is needed, we’ll work together to explore and co-create options during our session.

Can you relate to the signs of burnout above? Discover how burnout coaching can benefit you.

  • Develop awareness of your stress patterns and triggers.

  • Learn to say no and protect your time and energy.

  • Create routines that benefit your wellbeing.

  • Rediscover your sense of purpose​​.

Through the power of listening, coaching provides a safe and supportive space for you to explore your challenges and take actionable steps.

Format

I recommend fortnightly sessions over a minimum period of three months so you have enough time to implement the changes and begin to see results.

To ensure we’re a good fit for each other, I’d love to invite you for a complimentary intro session.

Meet Your Coach

Luke is a coach, mentor & neurodiversity specialist, diagnosed with ADHD himself in 1994. With over 20 years of experience as a qualified chef, he also incorporates education on food and nutrition into his practice.

He helps adults manage and maximise their gifts through executive function, burnout, life, nutrition, and health coaching to facilitate self-awareness. Luke believes being neurodivergent is an asset and a strength when the right balance and structure are created and viewed holistically.

Luke specialises in impostor phenomenon, perfectionism, and rejection sensitivity, creating a safe space for clients to uncover their strengths. He works with creative minds, freelancers, mid-career professionals, and entrepreneurs.