Recent concerns spotlight the high stress levels faced by barristers, with a 2015 Bar’s wellbeing survey showing alarming rates of worry and self-criticism. Particularly at risk are criminal barristers, who often grapple with mounting pressures from court demands, overwhelming responsibility towards clients, and internal conflict regarding the justice system's approach. Many feel unsupported, fearing that admitting vulnerability might be detrimental to their professional standing. This intense environment makes burnout—a damaging psychological state—increasingly likely. In response, initiatives like the Wellbeing at the Bar portal aim to offer mental health support and resources to these professionals, emphasizing the importance of early intervention and the shift in acknowledging and addressing these concerns within the legal community.