Therapy for depression

We can hold hope for you even when it feels out of reach

What is depression? 

Depression feels different for everyone, but many people experience feeling hopelessness, low self-worth, chronic pain or fatigue, lack of motivation & focus, difficulty keeping up with school or work, loss of pleasure in things that once brought joy, sleep & appetite disturbances and withdrawal from friends and family. Some people find themselves numbing themselves with substances, getting lost in work, or staying preoccupied with technology, media or anything that helps to avoid the discomfort of feeling. In children and teens, depression can sometimes look like anger outbursts & irritability, difficulty concentrating, trouble getting along with peers, general moodiness, sleeping too much or too little, eating a lot more or a lot less than usual, and resistance to previously enjoyable activities. 

how can therapy help with depression?

You don’t have to have a mental health diagnosis to benefit from therapy; many of the symptoms of depression can show up at different times when life becomes overwhelming. Therapy can be an effective way to manage depression symptoms and the impact it has on relationships, sense of self-worth, and quality of life. We work with you to find new ways to cope with depression, developing tools of self-compassion, mindfulness, and emotion regulation to experience greater self-worth, feel more empowered, strengthen your relationships and to build a stronger internal and external support system. It takes a lot of courage to reach out and ask for help. You don't have to walk this path alone.