Depression Counselling in Fort Langley, BC.

Do you experience low mood, irritability, feelings of hopelessness, changes in appetite and sleep? Depression can make it hard to enjoy the things we once looked forward to and can send us into a cycle that may feel difficult to break. In working with depression, the body-mind connection is beneficial to understand. I approach depression with compassion by facilitating learning about yourself and building meaningful ways that work best for you in approaching your concerns.

Depression can affect so many aspects of life. Together we will journey through your experience of depression, but also your hopes what you want your life to be. We will discuss strategies to support your life, whether that may be activation, medication, and processing difficulties that have led to depressive feelings. I will support your journey toward greater joy and the life you have hoped for.

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.

Reaching out for help may not be easy when battling depression. All new clients receive a free 50 minute session and matched with a Registered Clinical Counsellor who is committed to support you through your journey. At the Family Hope Clinic, we utilize evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness to address depression. In addition, we offer specialized services that include Art Therapy, Therapeutic Yoga, Social Support facilitation and Self-Care planning!

Do you feel like you're in a fog and can't see the light? Do you feel like no one cares? Do you feel like you've lost that oomph for life? Do you experience aches and pains, and a loss of energy? According to the World Health Organization, depression has become the 2nd leading contributor to the global burden of disease. But, there is hope! Allow me to help you regain your sense of balance and passion in life again. Call 604-468-7300 now.

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.

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.

Feelings of depression can originate from many different sources, including issues related to addiction, the effects of addiction, infidelity, difficult childhoods, dysfunctional families of origin, and the impact of past hurts and coping patterns. By offering a setting that is based on trust, empathy, and collaboration, counselling can provide you with a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts and emotions while creating a deeper, more authentic understanding of who you are, what you need, and the dynamics that you are navigating. It is possible to thrive and be well no matter what you have been through, and counselling can help with this.

Depression is a condition that varies greatly between each presentation. It often is a downstream effect of other dynamics and relationships that takes a serious toll on the body, the nervous system, digestion, relationships and emotional well-being. My approach to treating depression begins with respect and understanding of the individual experience, their past, present, and concept of the future. I take that understanding of past experience, and beliefs of the future, pain in the present, and to provide safety, support, and strategy to improve your well-being and cultivate resilience through life's significant challenges. Depression can also look like anger, fatigue, isolation, etc.

If you're up against depression, we'd collaborate and become a team of sorts. Through thoughtful questioning and listening, we'd begin to identify alternative narratives that challenge your depressive story. By attending to your strengths, resilience and prior successes, you can begin to foster a sense of hope and feel empowered to envision a future where you can live beyond the limitations of depression.

Depression is so very common in people seeking therapy, and it is also a thief which steals our quality of life from us. It steals our joy and happiness, our energy and motivation, and sometimes even our desire to live. It is a trickster, too, telling us lies by painting our lives and the world as dark and negative in nature until we come to believe it. Counselling or therapy, particularly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, can help. I have seen depression in action and it helps me appreciate how much it can hurt. I have deep compassion and believe in your capacity to heal. I will never tell you to "just get over it" and can make recommendations that will help.

Depression can be a very difficult barrier in someone’s life. It can keep them from feeling happy and hopeful, and can impact their every day relationships. We use CBT, DBT or EMDR therapy to help process feelings, as well as learn a new ways of healthy coping. We work together with the client to find new ways of helping them feel better and live the life that they want.

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.