Depression Counselling in Vancouver, BC.

Depression can be devastating. What is the worst part of what you're going through? How long has this been going on? When/Where did it start? What does you mind and heart tell you? We use various counselling approaches including Existential Therapy to support you in your struggle with depression. We meet you where you are at, and support you to process, heal and grow.

If depression could speak, it would say "why bother?" Depression leaves us feeling unmotivated, hopeless, and negative about ourselves and our potential. In counselling, I provide a compassion-focused approach to treating depression that will help you to increase your sense self-worth and build motivation to mobilize yourself. I believe that when treating depression, it is essential to explore emotions such as anger, guilt and shame that often perpetuate a defeated and empty state. Doing so can feel uncomfortable, but is ultimately liberating. Many of my depressed - even suicidal - clients report that therapy has helped improve their mood and take meaningful action in their lives.

Tiffani views feelings of depression as a symptom of "unfinished business" of the past that impedes the present experience and future possibilities. Feelings of depression (sadness, lack of motivation, fatigue, irritability, poor concentration, thoughts of self-harm) are a message that something is not right and needs to be addressed. Tiffani offers a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space to speak openly about troubling thoughts, explore self-defeating patterns and problem solve to experience life as joyful, peaceful and satisfying.

Feeling sad, low or in a bad mood is a normal part of being human. Depression is different; it can hold us back from our lives, suck our energy, and have us thinking negatively about ourselves and the world. And, depression is treatable. My job is to create the support you need to clarify the issues and situations that trigger depression, so that you can identify and act on strategies to interrupt the dark times, to move forward, and be proactive in the future. While it's not always possible to pinpoint the cause, we can work effectively with what we do know: about thoughts, emotions and actions that can either hold us back or be allies.

Dr. Limbos will help develop an individual treatment plan for children with depression, anxiety and related difficulties, using a cognitive behavioral therapy approach. Dr. Limbos will routinely administer questionnaires and interview the child and/or the family to determine if the child is suffering from depression. Treatment usually consists of weekly sessions for a minimum of 12 weeks but will be individualised for each child.

Depression can be very difficult to overcome. Do low mood, a lack of motivation and energy, and feeling helpless make it next to impossible to work on feeling better? Have you reached a point where you need some new strategies to keep things from getting worse? If you answered yes to any of these questions you are not alone. In fact, depression is one of the top 10 reasons people seek out treatment from their family doctor. It is possible to feel better, regain your energy, and find ways to bounce back from adversity. Depression counselling can help you to change the way you think, how you manage your emotions, and what you do when faced with challenges so that you can feel better again.

You feel hopeless. Your thoughts and behaviors spiral. You can’t sleep, and you don’t eat well. Connecting with others is impossible. Many days you don’t want to get out of bed. You see no way out. You think this will never change. Fortunately, whether you’ve been living with depression for weeks or longer, you can live better. Overcoming depression requires patience and sensitivity. Together, we will take a very gentle approach to working through & resolving the reasons behind your depression. Successful therapy results in: increased energy, restoration of hope, deeper connection to self/others, greater tolerance for unpleasantness and enhanced self-esteem.

Depression can negatively affect our relationships, ability to concentrate, feelings of self-worth, and life enjoyment. Even getting out of bed in the morning can be tough. We know that counselling can help by interrupting patterns of thought and behaviour that feed the depression. I work with you by sharing skills designed to positively change the way you think about things and the way you interact with others and the world around you. You may feel helpless or hopeless, but know that you are not alone.

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

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 can impact a person’s thoughts, feelings, actions, and physical health. Different types of depression have different causes. Some causes of depression are a family history of depression, chemical imbalances, difficult life events and more. If you don’t like doing things you used to, are overwhelmed, your appetite has changed, and concentrating is hard, this may be depression. Many types of depression respond well to counselling. If you see me for counselling for depression, together we can: • Look at how depression impacts you • Explore tools for minimizing the impact of depression on your life • Develop tools for navigating stressful situations • Increase your understanding of depression and mental health • Increase your confidence...(view profile to read more)

Being able to talk about our experiences and allow our feelings to surface is a first step toward unlocking ourselves from the weight of depression. The therapeutic approaches I draw on to support your shift out of a state of depression to a happier, more hopeful perspective will depend on your unique circumstances. f safety and trust feel confident to start sharing your experience with me, knowing that you are seen and understood. Often we have not had a place to share our struggles where we felt heard and accepted. Even the small shift in perspective that can be the result is enough to begin change.

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.