Depression Counselling in Pitt Meadows, BC.

I can help you explore feelings that you may not be aware of. I can help you understand how your behavior and mood can be affected by unresolved issues from your past or present. Some depression symptoms may be low self-esteem, fatigue, feelings of worthlessness, changes in sleep, and feelings of loneliness. I offer counselling that will help you understand and work through difficult relationships or situations that may be causing or contributing to your depression. I encourage you to talk through your feelings in order to make positive change in your life.

Through the process of exploring the possible causes of their feelings of depression, it is my hope that clients will discover that they do have the capability of addressing these issues. Clients will learn that they do have choices in how they view specific situations, and that they have choices in how they respond to challenges in their lives. Clients will benefit from learning communication skills that will encourage them to more effectively express needs and feelings to significant people in their lives. Moreover, it is my hope that as clients come to greater self-awareness, they will develop a kinder and more gentle acceptance of Self.

Is getting out of bed becoming to be the hardest accomplishment of your day? Do you feel irritated and or unsociable? Are you unproductive in your relationships or at work? How about eating...are you eating too much or too little? Do you just not care anymore? What if I told you that you don't have to feel this way? What if I told you that your life could be turned around quickly, and often painlessly. Lets work on it together, piece by piece - you don't have to do this alone. Depression is often caused by thoughts you have that you have learned to listen to, and have come overtime to believe. Lets take a look at those thoughts together, and see if we can't gain a new prospective!

Modern populations are increasingly overfed, malnourished, sedentary, sunlight-deficient, sleep-deprived, and socially-isolated. Research is showing that depressed people who put time and energy into activities that will help them recover have a higher recovery rate. Things that can help improve mood and feelings are: physical exercise, diet, managing our thoughts and feelings, self-care, social contact, improving our body 'clock' and mindfulness. None of them work like a magic cure, but when used regularly and in combination, they will help you feel much better. Everyone's mood fluctuates, so even if you put these things into practice, you will still have bad days. Be patient, it takes time

Within an empathetic, safe and trusting relationship and environment, I will help explore the roots of your depression and educate about the various effects it has on ones psychical and psychological self. We will work together at providing you with whatever you might need to better cope with your depression or even alleviate it. I have implemented many mindfully based interventions which can help my clients gain a better sense of self, calm and relaxation, which can significantly help them cope with their current mental state.

Social anxiety and shyness can easily lead to feelings of depression. If you feel depressed because you feel alone, isolated and have trouble making friends, you might be glad to know that there is a way to learn and practice the social skills you missed learning as a child. You can learn and practice new skills, meet new people, learn how to start conversations and create your own social circle. Life can change and it takes just one step to start the process rolling in the right drection.

When one is depressed the range of thoughts and feelings encompass a wide spectrum. Sadness and despair might be pervasive. One can feel as if they have fallen into a deep dark pit where everything is covered in negativity and hopelessness. In this state, one can feel inadequate, discouraged, unable or unwilling to make decisions. In addition, guilt, shame, profound low self-esteem and loss of interest in relationships, sex, career and even life itself are commonly found. A variety of evidence-based tools, specific to the needs of the individual, applied skillfully at the right time, can dramatically lift one out of that deep, dark pit and help avoid relapse.

For many, the experience of major depressive disorder can entail the experience of several detrimental symptoms such as feelings of worthlessness; lack of energy; loss of interest and pleasure; low mood; fatigue and sleep disturbances. Through the use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) we can work collectively to remedy said symptoms, as well as many others. In addition, we can work to replace maladaptive beliefs, behaviours, cognitions and feelings with their more adaptive counterparts. Through psychoeducation, I can offer tools to improve emotional regulation and help increase your self-worth.

Benefits of Depression, Trauma Counselling with me: * Acquire a better understanding of Depression or Trauma * Express yourself Verbally and Emotionally * Reduce, Manage, or Defeat your thoughts and behaviours * Improve your Communication skills * Regain your Freedom, Happiness and life * Discover what triggers you and how it affects you * Improve your self-Esteem and Confidence * Acquire the skill to recognize unhealthy behaviours * Apply the tools to change them * Implement realistic Goals * Explore your behaviour and what motivates it * Learn how to manage or prevent recurrent episodes * Minimize or Eliminate your fears

Depression can feel like an empty pit and a hopeless one at that. If you are struggling with depression, counselling can help you to recover from numbness, gain clarity and realign yourself with your values. I will work with you to process your feelings and experiences in order to help you get to a more compassionate, hope-filled place. I will hold the space for you to feel all your feelings and get in touch with your body.

Depression can be experienced in a magnitude of ways and is often experienced differently by each individual. Symptoms may range from feeling increasingly irritable, experiencing a sense of emptiness and hopelessness, and an individual often will feel completely overwhelmed, losing interest in activities they once enjoyed. Depression may also be experienced physically. Physical symptoms may include, but are not limited to a lack of energy, problems sleeping, pronounced weight changes, and eventually, even serious illness. In cases of mild to moderate depression, there is an increasing amount of research supporting counselling as effective as medication in improving a person’s mood. Many clients have been referred to counselling by their family doctor when...(view profile to read more)

Depression may be the result of difficulties you have been struggling with for years, or due to a sudden shock. When we feel helpless to manage our struggles, that is depressing indeed! Symptoms of depression, such as sleeplessness, eating difficulties, lack of energy etc. only make the situation worse. There are always reasons why our bodies and emotions react the way they do. We may fear that there is no way to feel better but in over 30 years, I have never found that to be true. Every life is unique and we need to find out what is holding you back. This is not something you can handle alone but in a safe, private space we can explore and change the conditions that keep you depressed.

Depression can be deeply painful, robbing you of energy, motivation, and hope. It creates a negative view of life, your self, and your future. It typically disrupts sleep patterns, appetite, emotions, and your thinking ability. I use the clinical practice of cognitive behavioural therapy to help people regain healthy control over their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and reclaim a sense of influence over their life style and life situation's. Coaching you to refocus, set small daily goals, celebrate your successes, and learn new behavioral and thinking skills can take time but the good news is that once you have acquired these skills you have them for life.

Do you find yourself waking up in the morning unmotivated, low energy and just blah? Is it hard to remember feeling happy and excited? Depression may creep up on you or it may be feel like you are at the bottom of dark hole that you can't find your way out of. Together we will work to discover the source of your sadness and re-build your life. There is hope and things can feel better.

Depression is a medical term that describes a mood but if we simply look at the overall meaning of the word, it means to "press down". Clearly, a person who suffers from 'depression' fits the definition as a 'person who is pressed down'. i am NOT arguing that depression is a simple issue, rather that there are REASONS that a person feels 'pressed down' and at least part of the process of recovery is to first identify then lift the burden that is 'pressing down' the person.

Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and we do not know where to turn. No matter how much we want to change we sometimes fail, leaving us feeling even more afraid and alone. Counselling sessions can help us challenge and change negative thought patterns and feelings of hopelessness, by addressing new ways of seeing and dealing with life's difficulties. There is hope - you don't have to live with debilitating depression.

Depression in brutal, whether it's situational, due to a loss (a loved one or the ability to do something), seasonal, pervasive, or chronic, there are many ways to begin dealing with that. First and foremost, having HOPE that things will change usually leads to some change already -- that's great! Let's keep going! We can determine what is underneath that depression, process that, and figure out who you want to be moving forward. It won't be overnight but it CAN change!

Sometimes feeling sad, stuck, and hopeless is something that can be shifted with support and some fairly straightforward strategies. At other times, depressed feelings can be signs of complex processes that take time to unravel and sometimes lead to profound transformations. Still at other times, stuck emotions and energies can be moved through experiential processes. Ultimately, feelings of depression and their resolution are unique to your life. Even though ways out can be challenging to see when we’ve been feeling stuck for some time, there are many ways through. I'll help you find the one that works for you.

Depression is one of the most common mental health issues that impact the majority of people experience at some point. But you do not have to suffer in silence. Through trauma therapy, you can regain a sense of vitality, perspective, and joy that you once had in your life. I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and change, and that therapy is a powerful tool for creating positive transformation.

Depression is a nasty monster that wants to cover you up, place you in the corner, and keep from the world. It is important to understand that you are not the problem. The problem is the problem! Approaching depression as something to fight against, puts you in a position of power. Depression is not an all or nothing battle cured by a magic pill or single treatment. The secret to winning this battle is one behavior at a time. By making small changes and conscious positive choices you can gain ground in the fight against depression and will be surprised at how fast and easy it was to step out into a bright and sunny future.

I will go over with clients situations that result in them being depression. We will go over their thoughts when they are depressed and the behaviour as a result. We will go over looking at the proof of their thoughts and the proof against their thoughts. We will also look at reframing negative thoughts into realistic thoughts overall. We will go over strategies that can be helpful when the client is started to get depressed.

Feeling Sad and Blue,or like everything is Hopeless. Depression counselling is an excellent way to combat these feelings. Charlene has over 15 years assisting people suffering from Depression. Counselling will provide you with the tools to recognize the warning signs and to get your Depression under control. For many people counselling is more effective then medication alone. Call Charlene to discuss how she can assist you.

The emotional as well as physical pain of depression can seem unmanageable at times. Using a combination of Cognitive and Behavioural therapy, as well as a psychodynamic approach I first help individuals manage and combat the symptoms they are experiencing. I then gently push them to explore and understand the deeper correlates and events (past and present) that contribute to their ongoing sense of feeing unwell.

Have you been feeling very depressed, unmotivated, hopeless or stuck? Do you want to free yourself from the vortex of depression? EMDR therapy and hypnotherapy are very powerful tools used to help you break free from your depression. You can start to feel joy, hope and excitement again! You feel motivated and become more engaged in life. You can begin to feel better about yourself and the world around you! EMDR and hypnotherapy can help you look at the root causes of your depression. These methods can facilitate the release of buried emotions such as shame, guilt, worthlessness or resentment. They both can help you change your mindset, then change your life! Call 778-548-7345!

When stress builds up, it can leave a person feeling overwhelmed, sad or even depressed. Whether you are trying to cope with mild, moderate or severe depression, Counselling can help. Having opportunities to share your feelings and work together to build on your strengths is my goal as a Registered Clinical Counsellor. I work with children, youth and adults who are suffering from depression. Talk Therapy coupled with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy can help alleviate symptoms, and help clients feel more in control of their emotions, thoughts and actions. I want to help my clients to learn strategies and provide "tools" in order to fight back against depression. You deserve to feel happy!