What is Equanimity?

Everyone has access to it - many professionals don't access it.

Meet
Brandy Barnes, LCSW

So happy you found us!

I’m Brandy Barnes, a licensed clinical therapist and someone who genuinely loves the work of helping people. Over the years, I’ve seen how easy it is for those of us who care for others to become accustomed to carrying a lot—and how consistently leaving ourselves off the list can come at a cost.

I’ve seen burnout steal joy, take a toll on our health, and impact our ability to show up for the people we love most. That’s why Equanimity is so personal to me.

I believe we can care deeply, do meaningful work, and still make room for rest, laughter, connection, beautiful experiences, and a life that feels good to us, too.

So guess what ...

I created a community for people like you and me!

Equanimity supports the people who dedicate themselves to helping others. We create meaningful experiences that allow helping professionals to reset, refill and restore -- so they feel cared for, connected and whole.

We envision a world where helping professionals receive the same care, compassion and support they give so freely to others.

Why does 'Equanimity' Matter?

+50%

of psychotherapists report moderate-to-high burnout

Simionato, G., & Simpson, S. (2018). Personal risk factors associated with burnout among psychotherapists: A systematic review of the literature. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 74(9), 1431–1456.

+40%

mental health professionals experience burnout

According to the National Library of Medicine, 62 studies involving mental health professionals found a pooled prevalence of 40% for emotional exhaustion, 22% for depersonalization, and 19% for low personal accomplishment.

9,409

mental health professionals represented in a major meta-analysis

O’Connor, K., Muller Neff, D., & Pitman, S. (2018). Burnout in mental health professionals: A systematic review and meta-analysis of prevalence and determinants. European Psychiatry, 53, 74–99.

studies examining burnout among mental health professionals

O’Connor, K., Muller Neff, D., & Pitman, S. (2018). Burnout in mental health professionals: A systematic review and meta-analysis of prevalence and determinants. European Psychiatry, 53, 74–99.

Healers' Sustainability Index

MEET THE TEAM!

Get to
Know Nicole

Nicole serves as Program Director and Secretary at Equanimity

Therapeutic Services, where she brings thoughtful planning, attention to detail, and a

genuine passion for wellness to every retreat experience. She believes that wellness is

not simply about finding balance, it is about creating the space to intentionally pause,

restore, and reconnect with what matters most.

Her passion for burnout prevention comes from recognizing the profound impact that

constant demands and the pressures of everyday life can have on our well-being.

Through her work, Nicole helps cultivate experiences that encourage resilience,

balance, and sustainable well-being while supporting Equanimity’s mission to provide

meaningful and transformative wellness experiences.

Get to
Know Saraijah

Saraijah is a wellness professional and movement instructor passionate about creating meaningful experiences that support the mind, body, and overall well-being. As Equanimity Therapeutic Services’ Wellness Coordinator, she supports the development and coordination of wellness experiences, including movement, Pilates, yoga, and restorative practices.

With a background in sociology, wellness, community-centered programming, and mind-body movement, Saraijah brings a thoughtful and approachable perspective to creating spaces where individuals can reconnect with themselves, explore sustainable wellness practices, and feel supported in their personal growth.

Through her work with Equanimity, she helps cultivate welcoming, intentional experiences that reflect the organization’s commitment to holistic wellness, connection, and restoration.