Dealing with Depression
Most people feel down occasionally,
but if you’re having trouble shaking off a persistently low mood, don’t bottle it up. We’re here to help.
How depression feels
Not everyone with depression shares the same symptoms. You may feel sad most days, and perhaps have little interest in things you used to like doing. Other symptoms can include:
- Having low self esteem
- Feeling guilty
- Feeling anxious
- Feeling irritable
- Having no energy
- Losing interest in sex
- Having difficulty sleeping
- Not wanting to socialise
According to the World Health Organisation depression is the
biggest cause of disability globally.
Can depression go away on its own?
The symptoms of depression can improve without treatment. This may depend on the type of depression and how severe it is. Mild depression may have less intense symptoms, and it may also last for a shorter time than moderate or severe depression. But it’s crucial to remember that depression may worsen if left untreated.
Therapy is a powerful tool in the fight against depression. It can empower you to learn new ways of thinking and behaving, and manage habits that may contribute to your low mood, giving you a sense of control over your well-being.
Therapists who specialise in depression
Person-centred counsellor using CBT, life coaching and trauma-informed approaches. Helps clients work through a range of issues from anxiety and addiction, to domestic abuse and LGBTQ+ or sexual orientation related challenges. Fluent in Italian.
Experienced in anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, and physical disabilities. Incorporates integrated therapy techniques to help people overcome fears.
Specialises in integrative, person-centred, and cognitive behavioural therapies. Offers support to cope with feelings of loss, mental health issues, and caregiving. Helps to build self-awareness, coping strategies, and empowerment.
Specialist in issues of diversity, including cultural, faith, ethnicity related problems and neurodiversity. Works with people of all ages, using various therapeutic techniques.
Warm, friendly and down-to-earth. Skilled at empowering children, teens and adults experiencing a range of issues, from depression and anxiety to bereavement, self-harm and bullying, to achieve positive change.