Depression

Depression can feel like a heavy weight that makes everything in life more difficult. Simple tasks that once felt manageable can become overwhelming, and activities you used to enjoy may no longer bring you pleasure. If you’re struggling with persistent sadness, hopelessness, or disconnection from life, please know that you don’t have to carry this burden alone.

Understanding Depression

Depression affects everyone differently, but you might recognize some of these experiences:

• Persistent feelings of sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness
• Loss of interest in activities you used to enjoy
• Low energy and motivation that makes daily tasks feel overwhelming
• Difficulty getting out of bed or keeping up with responsibilities
• Changes in sleep patterns (difficulty falling or staying asleep or sleeping too much)
• Changes in appetite or eating patterns
• Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
• Feelings of worthlessness, guilt, or self-criticism
• Physical symptoms like headaches, digestive issues, or unexplained aches

Building Your Path Forward

Depression is treatable, and recovery is possible. In therapy, we’ll work together to:

• Understand your experience - Explore how depression shows up in your life and what might be contributing to it
• Reconnect with your values - Identify what matters most to you and take small steps toward meaningful activities
• Build coping strategies - Develop practical tools for managing difficult days and emotions
• Challenge depressive thinking - Learn to recognize and question the negative thought patterns that fuel depression
• Improve daily structure - Create routines that support your mental health and sense of accomplishment
• Strengthen relationships - Work on communication skills and build supportive connections
• Process underlying issues - Address past experiences, grief, or life transitions that may be impacting your mood

One of the most powerful aspects of depression treatment is witnessing your own capacity for healing and growth. As we work together, you’ll likely notice gradual shifts—small moments of pleasure, increased energy, or renewed interest in activities. These changes often start small, but they’re signs of your resilience and the progress you’re making.

Recovery doesn’t mean you’ll never feel sad again. That’s part of being human. Instead, it means developing the tools and awareness to navigate life’s challenges without being overwhelmed by them.

Primary approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)

Ready to take the first step toward feeling better? Contact me to schedule a consultation.