Behind every diagnosis, every surgical procedure, and every 12-hour shift is a physician trying to stay afloat. In Palo Alto—home to some of California’s most accomplished medical professionals—doctors are quietly burning out under the weight of relentless responsibility and emotional fatigue.

At CEREVITY, we provide discreet, private-pay therapy for physicians who need support, not stigma. Whether you’re in academic medicine, private practice, or hospital leadership, therapy offers a space to decompress, process, and reconnect with the meaning behind your work.

Burnout Is Common—But It Doesn’t Have to Be Inevitable

Nearly 50% of physicians in the U.S. report feeling burned out. Common signs include:

  • Chronic fatigue and emotional numbness

  • Difficulty concentrating or maintaining empathy

  • Sleep disturbances, irritability, or physical symptoms

  • Disconnection from your purpose or patients

  • Feeling like you’re running on autopilot—or running on empty

You’re not weak. You’re human. And you don’t have to handle it all alone.

Why Palo Alto Physicians Choose Private-Pay Therapy

Many doctors choose out-of-network, private therapy to:

  • Avoid EHR or insurance documentation

  • Maintain strict confidentiality

  • Work with therapists familiar with the demands of medicine

  • Get support that’s both clinically sound and emotionally grounded

  • Schedule sessions around rounds, call shifts, and unpredictable hours

At CEREVITY, we understand the medical culture—and how to create space for healing within it.

Therapy That Honors the Work You Do

You spend your life helping others. Therapy is where you get to help yourself. We support physicians by:

  • Addressing burnout and chronic stress without judgment

  • Exploring identity shifts in retirement, leadership, or family roles

  • Processing moral injury and emotionally complex cases

  • Learning boundaries and sustainable habits to prevent long-term damage

  • Reconnecting with your values, joy, and purpose as a healer

We use modalities like CBT, IFS, and mindfulness-based approaches—offering practical tools and deep emotional support.

100% Virtual, Confidential, and Built for Physicians

You don’t need to leave work early or drive across town. CEREVITY provides:

  • Private, secure telehealth sessions

  • Licensed California therapists

  • Appointments outside of traditional 9–5 hours

  • Virtual care available across Palo Alto, Stanford, and greater California

Take Care of the One Who Takes Care of Everyone

You’re expected to lead, perform, and push through. But healing starts when you give yourself the same care you give to others.

👉 Start private therapy with CEREVITY today and protect your most important tool: your mind.

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