You're not just ambitious. You're exhausted and worthy of rest.
At TruPaths, we recognize that workaholism isn’t about drive or discipline it’s about coping. It often begins with a desire to succeed, feel secure, or stay in control… but over time, it can become an escape from pain, self-worth, or stillness. If you or someone you love feels consumed by work, we’re here to help you understand why and gently explore a healthier path forward.
Workaholism is a behavioral addiction where a person becomes emotionally dependent on work to manage stress, anxiety, self-worth, or discomfort. Unlike passion or commitment, work addiction continues even when it causes mental, physical, or relational harm.
of U.S workers are estimated to be "workaholics"
of people never take all of their paid time off.
Workaholism recovery is not about quitting your job, it’s about reclaiming your life. You don’t have to give up your ambition to find balance. Work addiction often masks deeper emotional needs like validation, identity, or fear of failure. TruPaths connects you with recovery options that support both your drive and your well-being.
Licensed professionals who understand the unique pressures of high-achieving lifestyles
Compassionate care that helps you explore where perfectionism and overwork began
Support for the emotional patterns that often underlie compulsive productivity
Help navigating boundaries, communication, and rebuilding relationships at home.
Opportunities to reset, restore, and build new rhythms in a supportive environment.
Peer support with others who understand the pressure to succeed and the cost it can bring.
Reframe distorted productivity beliefs
Rebuild your identity beyond output.
Heal inner wounds that drive over-functioning.
Reconnect to presence and safety.
Address early patterns of earning love through effort.
Connect with others navigating similar struggles.
The centers and professionals listed on TruPaths are:
Care that meets you where you are without shame, stigma, or unrealistic expectations.
Specialized support for executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals navigating burnout, perfectionism, or workaholism.
Trained to identify the deeper emotional patterns behind overworking like fear, guilt, or self-worth struggles.
Often covered by health insurance, employer wellness plans, or EAPs making help easier to reach.
At TruPaths, we believe your productivity does not define your value. We meet work addiction with love not judgment and help you rebuild a life where rest, relationships, and joy are allowed to matter again.
Whether you're just beginning to recognize the toll of overworking or already facing burnout, we're here to help you take the next right step with care and clarity.
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"I thought nonstop work made me successful, but really, it was keeping me numb. Getting help showed me that my worth isn’t tied to productivity—now I actually have a life outside of my to-do list."
— Recovering workaholic, age 38