Psychologists hint karoline Leavitt could lose it entirely if she continues working for Trump

Washington, D.C.– White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, 28, may be experiencing growing emotional strain from the demanding nature of her role under President Donald Trump, according to two clinical psychologists who reviewed her recent Instagram activity and public appearances.

The experts suggested that some of her posts and remarks could reflect the early signs of stress or burnout, though they emphasized that such observations are speculative and not a formal assessment.

Leavitt’s November 16, Stories post, featuring a biblical verse and a tearful caption about family, has raised red flags for experts, who suggest the high-pressure role could lead to burnout if unchecked.

The post included a highlighted verse from 2 Corinthians 12:9-10: “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities.”

Leavitt underlined: “For when I am weak, then I am strong.”

She followed with a quote: “What a privilege it is to have your bed taken up by a small human who thinks it’s the safest place in the world to be,” and wrote “crying” below it.

The emotional post followed Saturday Night Live’s November 15, roast, where Ashley Padilla impersonated Leavitt in a cold open on Epstein files: “‘I am just so excited to be here and answer your friendly questions. As you all know, there was no news this week. Nothing happening with the president. No weird information was revealed. No one had any accusations that rhyme with ‘edophile’. So I’ll open the floor to questions starting with Kaitlan Collins from CNN, who I openly hate, go ahead.”

The sketch drew praise, with X user @SNLClip replying: “I’m watching it now… nailed it. Brilliant.”

Expert Analysis – Signs of Burnout in a High-Stakes Role

Christine Schneider, clinical psychologist at Cambridge Therapy Centre, told The Mirror US that Leavitt’s job is “incredibly demanding mentally.”

“Working as a press secretary means living under constant pressure,” Schneider said. “Every word, every facial expression, and every pause is dissected by the media and the public. That level of exposure can be incredibly demanding mentally.”

Schneider added that Leavitt likely faces “emotional control” that “can come at a cost.” “Someone in Karoline Leavitt’s position likely faces chronic stress, anxiety around public performance, and exhaustion from the nonstop pace of her role,” she said. “There’s often a need to stay composed no matter what’s happening behind the scenes, and that emotional control, while impressive, can come at a cost.”

Naomi Magnus, psychologist and founder of North London Therapy, echoed: “High-powered political roles, like Press Secretary to a president, come with immense mental strain. Karoline could face chronic stress, anxiety, and relentless pressure to perform flawlessly under public scrutiny. I would not be surprised if the job role resulted in burnout, sleep disturbances, and emotional exhaustion.”

Magnus added: “The signs of strain can be subtle. Public appearances and social media may hint at stress, but many high-profile business people maintain their outward composure, masking internal tension.”

Recent Press Exchange

Leavitt’s post followed backlash over her October text with HuffPost’s S.V. Dáte about a Trump-Putin Budapest meeting. Dáte: “Who suggested Budapest?”

Leavitt: “Your mom did.”

Dáte: “Is the topic funny?”

Leavitt: “It’s funny to me that you actually consider yourself a journal [sic]. You are a far left hack who nobody takes seriously… Stop texting me your disingenuous, biased, and bull— questions.”

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Former Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre criticized it on The View November 4: “I just feel like it is not appropriate to do online trolling and attack people in that way. It doesn’t help with the partisanship that we’re seeing right now. And also, that is not what the White House is supposed to be about. It’s supposed to be about every American person, every voter, every citizen, that lives in this country and participates.”

Leavitt’s post signals burnout in a role with 24/7 scrutiny.