Therapy for High-Performing Individuals Who Carry Pressure Quietly.

You look capable and composed.
But inside, the pressure never fully turns off because you’re carrying stress, burnout, or relentless overthinking.

Dr. Jumie Duduyemi

who is This For…

You are responsible.
You are dependable.
You are used to handling a lot.

People rely on you.
You rarely fall apart.
You keep going.

At work, you manage complex dynamics.
You notice subtle slights.
You monitor how you speak, how you lead, how you respond.
You adjust without making a scene.

Most people think you are fine.

But internally:

  • Your thoughts don’t slow down.
  • Small decisions feel heavier than they should.
  • Rest does not restore you.
  • You are coping, but it takes effort.

You are not in crisis.
You are tired of carrying it alone.

What sets my work apart

Many of my clients are intelligent and self-aware.

They have insight.
They have read the books.
They understand themselves.

What they have not had is someone who can see the full pattern quickly.

In the first session, I identify:

  • The early roles that shaped how you learned to function
  • The thinking habits that now create internal pressure
  • The workplace dynamics that reinforce those patterns

Clients often say,
“You explained what I’ve never been able to put into words.”

My work is direct and structured.
We focus on what is keeping the pressure in place and what needs to change.

This is not endless processing.
It is focused work aimed at meaningful internal relief.

what we work on

We address:

  • Constant mental pressure
  • Over-responsibility
  • Difficulty switching off
  • Quiet self-doubt despite achievement
  • The impact of subtle workplace slights and ongoing self-monitoring
  • The weight of always being the capable one

This work helps you move from endurance to steadiness.

WHY HIGH-PERFORMING INDIVIDUALS TRUST THIS PRACTICE

Expert Guidance You Can Rely On

With over 20 years of clinical experience, I specialize in working with capable, high-performing individuals who are used to being the strong one. You don’t need more information — you need clarity, direction, and someone who understands the mental load of being the person others depend on.

A Time-Respecting, Results-Focused Approach

Your time is valuable. Every session is structured to identify what is driving your internal pressure and address it directly. We focus on the patterns that keep you carrying more than you should, so you experience meaningful change — not years of open-ended therapy.

Support That Honors Your Strength

You manage a lot, and you do it well. But you should not have to manage it alone. Here, you do not need to perform or hold everything together. You receive focused, steady support designed to reduce internal pressure and help you operate with more clarity and less strain.

What sets this practice apart

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Years as a Therapist

With advanced Doctoral clinical training and two decades of experience supporting the emotional health of high-functioning women.
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Successful Client Journeys

Trusted by executives, entrepreneurs, leaders, and high-performers across Georgia.
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Confidential Telehealth Care

Flexible, private sessions designed for busy women who carry the world on their shoulders.

Therapy Services

I offer private-pay therapy for high-performing individuals who function well outwardly while managing persistent internal pressure. My work is best suited for professionals and leaders who appear composed but experience overthinking, emotional strain, or a quiet sense of disconnection beneath the surface.

This is not surface-level support. Therapy is structured and insight-focused, designed to identify long-standing patterns quickly and create meaningful internal change.

Consultation (20 minutes)

The Therapy Fit Consultation is a brief, focused conversation to determine whether we are clinically aligned and whether ongoing sessions or an extended format is appropriate.

We will clarify what you are seeking, assess scope, and determine next steps.

This consultation is not a therapy session and does not include treatment.

Therapy Sessions (50 minutes)

Therapy sessions provide structured, consistent support for individuals who succeed publicly while managing internal pressure privately.

Sessions focus on identifying recurring patterns, regulating anxious or intrusive thought cycles, strengthening emotional resilience, and integrating insight into daily functioning.

These sessions are recommended for clients who benefit from continuity and sustained therapeutic work.

Extended Therapy Sessions (120 minutes)

Extended Therapy Sessions are offered selectively when additional time is clinically appropriate. They provide uninterrupted space for deeper exploration beyond the constraints of a standard session.

These sessions may be appropriate for working through complex emotional material or entrenched patterns requiring sustained focus.

Extended sessions do not replace ongoing therapy and are scheduled based on clinical recommendation.

Dr. Jumie

Who I Am and What I Believe

At Better Life Counseling, I work with high-performing individuals who are composed and capable, yet carry persistent internal pressure. For over two decades, I have worked with leaders and decision-makers who are accustomed to responsibility but no longer want to operate under constant strain.

My approach integrates doctoral-level clinical training with structured, pattern-focused insight. I identify quickly how early roles, entrenched thinking habits, and ongoing workplace dynamics intersect — and we address them directly.

I believe capable people deserve therapy that matches their level of accountability and complexity. You do not need to be in crisis to justify support. You need a space where you can step out of performance and engage in focused, meaningful change.

Dr. Jumie

Dr. Jumie Duduyemi, PsyD

Doctorate in Psychology
20+ Years as a Therapist
Specialist in High-Achieving Professionals


Ready to begin?

One decision can shift how you carry your life.

Schedule your consultation and take the first step toward steadier, more focused support.

frequently asked questions

DO YOU WORK WITH HIGH-PERFORMING INDIVIDUALS WHO LOOK FINE OUTWARDLY BUT FEEL PRESSURE INTERNALLY?

Yes. This is the core of my practice. I work with capable, high-responsibility individuals who manage a great deal privately while maintaining composure publicly. You do not need to reach a breaking point to seek support.

What can I expect in our first session?

Our first session is focused and clarifying. We identify what is most pressing, assess patterns quickly, and outline a direction for the work. There is no pressure to “tell everything.” You leave with greater clarity about next steps.

How is this different from therapy I’ve done before?

With over 20 years of advanced clinical experience, I specialize in working with high-capacity individuals. Sessions are structured and pattern-focused. The goal is meaningful change — not simply having space to vent.

DO SESSIONS FIT INTO A BUSY SCHEDULE?

Yes. Sessions are fully virtual and designed with limited time in mind. Most clients meet weekly or biweekly depending on goals and availability.

what if i’m used to handling everything on my own?

Many of my clients feel the same. Competence does not eliminate the need for support. Therapy provides structured space to process what you’ve been carrying alone.

What Are Extended Therapy Sessions?

Extended sessions (120 minutes) are offered selectively when deeper, uninterrupted work is clinically appropriate. They are scheduled based on clinical recommendation and do not replace ongoing therapy.

how soon can i start?

Most clients begin within 1–2 weeks of booking. Once scheduled, you’ll receive everything needed to start promptly.

Fees & Policies

Fees

50-Minute Therapy Session: $300
120-Minute Extended Session: $750

Extended sessions are scheduled by clinical recommendation.

Insurance

In-network with select plans for 50-minute sessions only.
Extended sessions are private-pay.

Cancellations

Appointments canceled with less than 24 hours’ notice are charged the full session fee.

ready to begin?

High-capacity individuals deserve focused support.

If you’re ready to address what you’ve been carrying privately, schedule a consultation.

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