depression THERAPY
Symptoms + Treatment
Are you concerned that you're low mood may be depression? Here are some common symptoms of depression:
- Persistent sadness: Individuals with depression may feel sad, hopeless, or worthless most of the time, even when there is no obvious reason for their mood. When we explore further with our therapy clients, there are often other contributors to this depression, such as isolation, relationship challenges, inequity, and mental and physical exhaustion.
- Loss of interest: You may have lost interest in activities you once enjoyed. The reality is that so many of us are exhausted and prevented from enjoying our personal lives such that the transition to lack of enjoyment can often be subtle.
- Changes in appetite: You may be experiencing changes in your appetite, including overeating or under-eating, which can lead to weight gain or loss.
- Sleep disturbances: You may experience difficulty falling or staying asleep, getting quality or refreshing sleep or you may wake up early in the morning and find it difficult to go back to sleep.
- Fatigue: You may feel tired and sluggish most of the time, even after a good night's sleep.
- Loneliness + Isolation: This may be both contributing to depression or be a by product of depression that can exacerbate low mood.
You might be experiencing low mood or depression differently and we are here to provide a tailored and individualized approach to your recovery. The good news is that depression is treatable and there are many recovery strategies for depression.
Here's how we help:
- Thorough Assessment: Our therapy team helps you identify the unique factors contributing to your depression. This includes exploring your personal history, current life circumstances, and any underlying issues that may be impacting your mental health.
- Evidence-Based Therapies: We utilize evidence-based therapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), to address depressive symptoms. These approaches are proven to be effective in promoting positive change and empowering individuals to manage their emotions and overall mental health.
- Develop coping strategies: Our therapists can help you develop coping strategies and provide you with the mental health support and guidance you need to overcome your depression. A doctor or psychiatrist can guide you on whether anti-depressants or other medication may be useful in the short or long term. We are always happy to speak to you about any questions or reservations you might have about medication for depression.
- Skill Building: We focus on equipping you with practical skills to cope with the challenges of depression. This includes developing effective problem-solving strategies, enhancing communication skills, and building resilience to navigate life's difficulties.
- Holistic Approach: Depression often affects various aspects of a person's life. Our therapy team takes a holistic approach, addressing not only the emotional aspects but also considering the impact on physical health, relationships, and overall well-being.
- Relapse Prevention Strategies: To promote long-term well-being, our therapy team collaborates with you to develop effective relapse prevention strategies. This includes recognizing early warning signs, implementing coping mechanisms, and creating a plan to navigate potential setbacks.
- Flexibility in Treatment Modalities: We offer flexibility in the choice of therapeutic modalities, accommodating different preferences and needs.
Remember that you are not alone, and that we are here to help you overcome your depression and improve your quality of life. We are a team of therapists who understand the world of high achievement and demanding careers and can help you recover from depression.
We're here to help
Our team specializes in providing counselling/therapy to career professionals & lawyers in Ontario & BC struggling with anxiety, stress, burnout, low mood/depression, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, ADHD, grief & loss, relationship & career challenges.