Crisis in stones: Burn-out bridge closes after 489 consultations!

Crisis in stones: Burn-out bridge closes after 489 consultations!

Over the last ten years, the Burn-out Bridge in Steinen has been an important point of contact for many people seeking support in crisis situations. Although the advice center has looked after a total of 489 people seeking help during this time, it will close its doors on September 30, 2025 because the Maaßen-Stiftungs-gGmbH's funds have been used up. That's what he reports Black Forest messenger.

The Burn-out Bridge, which has been active since 2015, specializes in particular in supporting people with burnout and chronic exhaustion. In recent years, consultations have only been offered online after people had to give up their own rooms. The last telephone consultation took place on September 23rd, although initial consultations on the situation will continue to be offered until the closure, according to the website Burnout Bridge informed.

Urgent needs and preventive approaches

The need for support was great, many clients even came from different parts of Germany. Anette Maaßen-Boulton, who founded the advice center, notes that stress and stress factors for those affected have increased in recent years. Burnout is described as a symptom complex that includes not only chronic exhaustion, but also overwork, irritability and interpersonal conflicts.

Early access to support can be crucial to avoid more serious consequences. The experts also emphasize this Burnout network that offer help and prevention against stress. This organization organizes symposiums and workshops on burnout prevention and offers those affected access to qualified therapists who provide both medical and psychological support.

Initiatives to meet long-term needs

The closure of the burnout bridge is regrettable, but there are also positive approaches to bringing the topic of psychological stress out of the taboo zone. The film series “Psyche in Film” in the Lörrach cinema will continue until at least 2026. This initiative aims to raise awareness of mental health and is also supported by the initiators with a prize from the German Society for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy. These efforts are intended to help anchor the topic in the long term and promote understanding of it in society.

Although the Burn-out Bridge is closing its doors, the topic of mental health remains highly topical and there will continue to be opportunities for support in the future. The need for help will continue to exist, and initiatives such as the Burnout Network are ready to support those affected and offer the necessary advice and prevention.