28. High-Functioning Burnout and Mental Health with Dr. Sumi Raghavan

High-functioning burnout is often hidden in plain sight, and Dr. Sumi Raghavan uncovers its true impact on mental health. In this insightful episode of the Zanta podcast, Dr. Raghavan—an expert cross-cultural psychologist, educator, and burnout specialist—delves deep into the signs, symptoms, and impacts of high-functioning burnout, especially within BIPOC communities. Ruthie speaks to Dr. Raghavan about how to recognize burnout, prioritize mental health, and access culturally relevant and affirming therapy. Dr. Raghavan, a daughter of Indian immigrants, offers BIPOC support therapy services through her private practice in NYC. Tune in to learn: How to identify and address burnout, including high-functioning burnout Tips for taking care of your mental health The importance of culturally relevant therapy The power of BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy Dr Sumi bio: Dr. Sumi Raghavan is a clinical psychologist specializing in culture and mental health, with a focus on supporting BIPOC clients. She helps individuals heal from trauma, chronic stress, and burnout, offering both virtual and in-person sessions in her Brooklyn office. Licensed in New York, Dr. Raghavan emphasizes authentic connections and humor in her therapy. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Raghavan is a consultant for Columbia University's Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma, working with professionals exposed to trauma. With over a decade of experience as a psychology professor, she delivers workshops and training on managing chronic stress. Subscribe & Leave a Review Please subscribe and consider giving the Zanta podcast a 5-star review, it helps us grow the community and reach more people like you. Connect with guest: IG:  https://www.instagram.com/drsumiphd/ ⁠⁠⁠ Website: https://www.drsumiphd.com/ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sumi-raghavan-403209230/ Connect with Ruthie Connect on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ruthiezerai/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Newsletter for more exclusive content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ruthiezerai.myflodesk.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Partnership and collaboration inquiries:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.ruthiezerai.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Send me a voice note with your questions:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zanta/message⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.ruthiezerai.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About:  Ruthie Zerai is a ICF accredited Life, Leadership and Business coach, a first-generation entrepreneur and a curious soul. This podcast is for people looking to grow into their full potential and create alignment in their lives, careers and businesses from the inside out, by finding their own answers. Podcast production: This podcast is produced and edited by Ruthie Zerai Semere. All rights reserved ®