From Burnout to Breakthrough: The CEO’s Guide to Resilient Leadership
Discover how Dr. Annise Mabry’s Rise + Release program transforms CEOs and executives into more resilient leaders.
In today’s fast-paced business world, CEOs face relentless pressure to perform, make critical decisions, and lead their organizations through uncertainty. This high-stakes environment can quickly lead to burnout, a condition now recognized by the World Health Organization as a workplace syndrome. For those at the top, burnout is particularly insidious, manifesting as decision fatigue, sleepless nights, and ultimately, a decline in both personal well-being and leadership effectiveness.
Dr. Annise Mabry, a national thought leader, bestselling author, and founder of The Dr. Annise Mabry Foundation, has dedicated her career to addressing this crisis. Through her groundbreaking Rise + Release initiative, she offers a science-backed, trauma-informed approach to help leaders recover from burnout and build sustainable resilience.
The Rise + Release Experience: Not Your Typical Retreat
Unlike conventional wellness retreats that focus on relaxation or temporary relief, Rise + Release provides a transformational executive wellness experience. This program is tailored to meet the unique needs of CEOs and executives. It goes beyond basic relaxation techniques, offering deep, trauma-informed coaching and somatic healing practices like yoga, breathwork, and sound baths. Participants also engage in financial and life restoration frameworks designed to help them restore balance and avoid burnout in the future.
“CEOs don’t talk about burnout, but they live it every day,” says Dr. Mabry. “Rise + Release is where leaders come to exhale.” Leaders return from this experience not only rejuvenated but armed with personalized strategies to sustain their effectiveness without losing themselves in the process.
Why Leadership Resilience Matters
The cost of burnout is staggering. According to the National Business Group on Health, burnout among senior leaders costs companies billions in lost productivity, diminished morale, and higher turnover rates. Rise + Release addresses this issue by offering a holistic, restorative space for executives to reset, ultimately contributing to healthier organizations.
For businesses focused on long-term success, investing in executive wellness is a strategic move. Healthy, resilient leaders are more effective decision-makers and better equipped to inspire their teams, fostering an environment that promotes growth and success. In today’s corporate climate, wellness is no longer a luxury—it’s a critical investment in leadership sustainability.
Dr. Annise Mabry: Leading Change with Purpose
What sets Dr. Mabry’s Rise + Release program apart is her unique combination of lived experience and academic expertise. She’s not only the founder of The Dr. Annise Mabry Foundation but also an architect of innovative programs such as the nation’s first rural multi-agency co-responder program. Her leadership extends beyond wellness—she’s reshaped communities across the country and provided new educational opportunities for at-risk youth.
In recognition of her groundbreaking work in executive wellness, Dr. Mabry’s Rise + Release initiative recently earned the prestigious title of Best CEO Burnout Recovery Solution in the United States for 2025 from Best of Best Review. This award highlights her commitment to redefining executive wellness, especially through the unique, trauma-informed framework of the Rise + Release retreats.
A Proven Pathway to Leadership Sustainability
The impact of Rise + Release is measurable. Participants leave the retreat not just with a sense of relaxation, but with concrete tools and strategies they can immediately apply in their leadership roles. Past attendees have praised the program for providing them with a renewed sense of purpose and for transforming their approach to leadership.
By offering a tailored and personalized experience, Rise + Release helps leaders develop long-term resilience strategies, ensuring they can maintain peak performance without sacrificing their well-being.
Investing in Yourself and Your Organization
The benefits of Rise + Release extend beyond individual leaders—it positively impacts the organizations they lead. Executives who engage in this transformational experience return with renewed energy, sharper decision-making abilities, and improved team dynamics. For businesses, the return on investment (ROI) is clear: healthier leaders lead to healthier organizations, better employee engagement, and ultimately, greater success.
Dr. Mabry’s expertise in trauma-informed leadership makes Rise + Release an invaluable resource for any CEO looking to overcome burnout and sustain long-term leadership success.
A New Era of Leadership
As burnout continues to be a pervasive issue, the need for resilient leadership has never been more pressing. Rise + Release offers an innovative, holistic solution that combines trauma-informed practices with effective leadership strategies. Dr. Mabry’s approach ensures that leaders leave the retreat not just restored but ready to lead with purpose and sustainability.
If you’re ready to take the next step in leading from a place of power, healing, and resilience, Rise + Release offers the tools and strategies to ensure that your leadership not only survives but thrives.
For more information on how you can invest in your leadership and your organization’s future, visit Dr. Annise Mabry’s website at www.drannisemabry.com.
