School counselors play a crucial role in student mental health, but what happens when they themselves are overwhelmed, overworked, and emotionally drained? Studies show that large caseloads, non-counseling duties, and lack of support are leading to unprecedented levels of burnout among school counselors. In this video, we’ll explore:

The key factors contributing to counselor burnout. How burnout affects both school counselors and the students they serve. The impact of high stress, emotional exhaustion, and limited resources on mental health professionals. Evidence-based solutions to reduce burnout and improve school counseling services.

With the national student-to-counselor ratio nearing 491-to-1, the mental health crisis in schools is affecting both students and the professionals trying to support them. It’s time we talk about why this is happening—and what can be done to fix it.

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