Dr. Melanie
McNally
Clinical Psychologist + Brain Coach

Parenting on Empty: Why High Achievers Burn Out and How to Reset

Explore why burnout in successful parents often hides under high-functioning habits and how to reset. Leave with a fresh perspective on emotional intelligence, early warning signs of nervous system overload, and actionable strategies to lead your home and life with more steadiness, clarity, and grace to create more possibility.

Dr. Melanie McNally is a licensed clinical psychologist and brain coach who helps high-achieving individuals lead themselves through pressure, burnout, and big transitions—with clarity and calm. She’s the creator of the TRAIL™ Framework, a science-backed model rooted in emotional intelligence that helps people lead with trust, regulation, attunement, intentional rest, and grounded leadership. Melanie works with everyone from mission-driven founders to overwhelmed parents, helping them recalibrate their internal compass and stay steady in the moments that matter most—whether at work or at home. Her work has been featured in Parents Magazine, Business Insider, Fast Company, and The Huffington Post, and she was invited to the White House during the Biden Administration to share insights on teen mental health. She’s also the author of several books, including The Emotionally Intelligent Teen and Helping Your Unmotivated Teen.