Depression Counselling in Rapid City, MB.

Depression can feel like paralysis of the entire being; an enemy of the soul and a mind trapped by a dark cloud with no escape, making "normal" functioning difficult. To simply say it is "mind over matter" seems insensitive and minimizing. We trust that if a person seeks help with depression, they desire something different, which may require hard work. We explore causes, and with a sensitive approach, encourage intentional thinking and behavior as a means to create new patterns and new experiences. Recognizing this process may go against what feels possible and natural, it is our desire to help people learn ways of not just coping and managing, but to enjoy life, not merely endure it.

Are you struggling to get out of bed, losing interest in once-loved activities or feeling helpless and hopeless? The lethargic and foggy shutdown of depression can make everything in life feel just a few inches out of reach. The good news is that depression is readily treatable. I would be glad to help you explore what is keeping your body stuck in numb disconnection. Next, we form a plan to help you back to your best self. Together we tackle here-and-now symptoms with strategies of mindfulness and CBT, while also untying old knots from the past with emotion-focused and inner-child work. The heaviness of depression is your body asking for care. Are you ready to answer its call?

When struggling with depressed moods, everything feels heavy and you lack a sense of meaning and purpose. Even the most simple tasks can feel impossible. If you find yourself turning to alcohol, substances, or other addictive behaviours to cope with depressed moods, there is a way out. I help clients with addictions overcome the depressed moods causing them to turn to substances or addictive behaviours to cope. Everyone is different, so I work with you to develop a plan that fits your unique situation. If you are unsure where to start, send me a message. If I'm not the right fit, I can connect you to resources that will allow you to start getting help today, without having to wait.

In Depression Counseling/Treatment, my approach is multifaceted, integrating evidence-based practices with a client-centered and holistic perspective. I believe in fostering a therapeutic alliance built on trust, empathy, and collaboration, where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore their experiences of depression without judgment. Drawing from cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness-based interventions, and psychodynamic principles, I tailor the treatment to each client's unique needs and preferences. Together, we work to identify and challenge negative thought patterns, develop coping strategies, and explore underlying emotions and experiences.