How to Avoid Burnout as a Therapist (The Real Way)

Hey y’all, what’s up? It’s Greg here.

Let’s talk about burnout. Because let’s be real—if you’re a therapist, a dietitian, a chiropractor, or any other healthcare pro, you’ve probably felt it.

The long hours. The endless notes. The feeling that no matter how many people you help, you’re stuck on a treadmill that never stops.

I know, because I was there. And let me tell you—burnout doesn’t care how much money you make. You can be pulling in six figures and still feel like you’re running on fumes.

So how do you fix it? You stop playing the money game and start playing the time game.

Why More Money Won’t Solve Your Burnout

Most people think burnout happens because they’re not making enough money. So they chase a new job, a raise, or a few extra clients—thinking if they just hit the right number, everything will feel better.

Spoiler alert: It won’t.

I know PTs making $150K a year who are exhausted and miserable. And I know some making $60K who have full control of their time and LOVE their work.

The difference? They built a business that doesn’t depend on them trading all their time for money.

The 6-Week Season Model (How I Work Less and Earn More)

The way I work today is completely different from how I did it 20 years ago. Instead of grinding 40+ hours a week non-stop, I work in 6-week seasons.

Here’s how it looks:
✅ I focus on one primary activity every season (content creation, coaching, launching a program, etc.)
✅ I don’t work 9-5—I structure my business around my life, not the other way around
✅ I’ve built assets that work for me (courses, coaching programs, digital offers) instead of just trading time for money

Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Greg, that sounds great, but I’m just a solo provider. How do I do that?”

How to Start Playing the Time Game

Here’s the deal: if you want to avoid burnout, you need to create income that doesn’t require you to physically be there every second.

That means:
👉 Going online (so your reach isn’t limited to people in your zip code)
👉 Creating offers that scale (so you’re not just making money from 1:1 sessions)
👉 Setting up systems that bring in income 24/7 (so you’re not stuck in the time-for-money trap)

You’ve got the skills. You’ve got the knowledge. The only thing missing? A business model that actually works for you instead of against you.

And that’s exactly what I help healthcare pros build.

So if you’re tired of the burnout cycle and ready to take control of your time, let’s talk. Drop a comment, DM me.

Your time is your most valuable asset. Start playing the right game.

Much love,
Greg

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