Depression Counselling & Psychotherapy
Explore the root of your depression, learn to understand your feelings, and develop coping strategies to improve your life…
Dealing with Depression
Overcome the dark cloud of depression and enjoy a brighter future…
If you are suffering with depression you will probably have a low mood, sadness and a loss of interest in things that you once enjoyed. You might be feeling numb, detached, lacking in energy and motivation, helpless or hopeless - among many other symptoms.
Psychotherapy can enable you to understand why your depression has developed and help you to understand your feelings and develop coping strategies. You can read more about this on my blog post about how counselling can help with depression.
If you’re suffering with depression, please get in touch and together we can explore the reasons behind it, help you to find effective coping strategies and offer you support in a safe, non-judgmental and confidential setting.
Contact me today for a free, no-obligation telephone consultation and we can start the process.
Please call Louise on 07973 287424
email: louise@refresh-counselling.co.uk
or click the button below to submit an enquiry:
Depression Therapy FAQs
What are the common symptoms of depression?
Symptoms of depression can be emotional, physical, cognitive & behavioural. Emotional symptoms can include having a low mood, feelings of hopelessness, being irritable, feelings of anxiety, loss of enjoyment from things that would normally be enjoyed. Physical symptoms may include; changes in appetite, lack of energy, changes in sleep patterns, general aches and pains. Cognitive and behavioural symptoms can include; difficulty concentrating, avoiding responsibilities, indecisiveness, social withdrawal, lack of motivation.
Depression can also cause feelings of death and suicide – if you have these thoughts, please reach out for help now – you can call the Samaritans for free on 116 123 (24 hours/day), or call emergency services on 999.
What causes depression?
There are many causes of depression, and everybody has a different level of resilience. Among the common causes are: stress and pressures from everyday life, grief, divorce, substance misuse, chronic illness, hormonal changes and trauma.
Will depression go away without treatment?
Sometimes depression will pass without treatment. However, treatment can help you manage your depression in a way which enables you to continue aspects of your life, such as work or family matters, on a certain level before recovering more fully.
What are the treatment options for depression?
There are many anti-depressants which your GP can prescribe, and finding the one that works for you can make a positive difference. Seeking counselling and/or psychotherapy can help alongside medication in exploring the reasons for your depression as well as looking at coping strategies that work for you.
How to help somebody with depression?
Encourage them to seek professional help. Sometimes they will feel more comfortable talking to a professional than a relative or friend.Try not to offer simple solutions such as saying, “it’s not that bad”, or “come on, cheer up”. Other things that might help are to listen without judgement, being patient, encouraging healthy habits and staying connected.
If you’re suffering with depression, please get in touch and together we can explore the reasons behind it, help you to find effective coping strategies and offer you support in a safe, non-judgmental and confidential setting.
Contact me today for a free, no-obligation telephone consultation and we can start the process.
Please call Louise on 07973 287424
email: louise@refresh-counselling.co.uk
or click the button below to submit an enquiry: