Therapy for Depression
At times, life can feel dark, heavy, or empty, as though joy, meaning, or colour has faded. This may arise suddenly in response to a painful life event, or it may feel like a weight you have been quietly carrying for a long time.
You may notice thoughts such as:
- “I feel stuck.”
- “Everything feels pointless.”
- “Why am I sad all the time?”
- “Sometimes I think about dying.”
When persistent sadness, hopelessness, emotional numbness, or a loss of interest in life become the norm, it may be a sign that you are experiencing symptoms of depression. Depression is a natural human response to pain, loss, overwhelm, or unmet emotional needs.
Signs Depression May Be Impacting Your Life
- Feeling tired or depleted most of the time
- Loss of interest or pleasure in activities you once enjoyed
- Low motivation or difficulty starting tasks
- Feelings of hopelessness, emptiness, or loneliness
- Emotional sensitivity or crying often and easily
- Difficulty concentrating or focusing
- Passive thoughts about death or dying
If these experiences feel familiar, support may be helpful.
Therapy for Depression
Depression can feel incredibly lonely to navigate on your own. My aim is to offer a gentle, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can reflect, share, and make sense of your emotional experience.
When individuals are supported to speak about their inner world, they often begin to identify patterns in their thoughts, behaviours, relationships, and circumstances. This awareness supports meaningful change, at a pace that feels right for you.
I believe growth happens within relationships grounded in connection, compassion, and acceptance. Together, we work collaboratively to understand your experience of depression and create a personalized plan to support you.
Support for Depression May Include
- Psychoeducation to better understand depression, mood cycles, and the mind–body connectio
- Exploring self-talk, inner dialogue, and patterns of self-criticism
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to understand the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours
- Gently engaging in behavioural activation to support motivation and reconnect with meaningful experiences
- Exploring emotional experiences, inner life, and past and present stressors
- Addressing feelings of loneliness, grief, or loss while reducing shame and self-blame
- Exploring relationship patterns, attachment needs, and experiences of connection or disconnection
- Identifying personal values, purpose, and sources of meaning
- Polyvagal-informed approaches to understand the nervous system, including states of shutdown, overwhelm, safety, and regulation
- Trauma-informed care, acknowledging that unresolved or underlying trauma can contribute to depression and low mood
- Ongoing assessment and support around suicidal thoughts, with care and attention to safety
Reach Out for Support
If you are struggling with depression, you do not have to face it alone. Psychotherapy can provide meaningful support, understanding, and guidance as you move toward greater clarity, connection, and relief.
If you are considering therapy for depression or would like to learn more, I invite you to reach out to book a consultation or ask any questions you may have.