Depression affects the way people think about themselves and their situations. People often describe depression as having a constant flow of negative thoughts, feeling hopeless, worthless, confused, numb, and unable to find a way to improve their emotional wellbeing. H-L Therapy staff listen to clients and assist them to build the understanding of what is happening to them and how to best overcome depression. Behaviour activation is one the cognitive behaviour strategies that is especially useful for depression. Interpersonal Therapy is also beneficial as it supports the clients to identify what is important to them, redefine their roles and expectations, develop a skillset to address interpersonal disputes and challenges and implement strategies to assist their emotional health.
My work focuses upon an holistic view of the individual and their history. This means our focus is less upon individual 'symptoms' and alleviation of these, and more upon what the 'symptom' might be communicating about imbalance in the individual. This leads on to an examination as to what needs to change at the level of body, mind, emotion and spirit.
Depression is multifaceted and can include feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a disinterest in activities once enjoyed. It can manifest physically through changes in appetite, sleep disturbances, and fatigue, impacting daily functioning and relationships.
I offer a non-judgemental space to navigate difficult emotions and situations and bring empathy and understanding to the complexities in life that depression can arise from. I acknowledge the uniqueness of each person's journey and provide compassionate, holistic care that empowers individuals to overcome obstacles and get to the root cause of their depression.
Psychologist, Clinical Psychologists, Neuropsychologists, General Psychologists, Art Therapy, Mental Health Social Work
Are you or your loved one experiencing depression. Feeling sad, blue and down or easily frustrated and irritable? Stopped enjoying the things you used to love? Have your sleep or eating patterns changed? Are you experiencing feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness and helplessness? Our therapists are here to help. We will help you understand what depression is, the cycle of depression, help you make lifestyle changes (e.g., diet, exercise, increase enjoyable activities), help you understand analyse and change your thinking, and provide you with problem solving strategies.
Counsellor/Therapist, Masters of GT: Adv Dip GT , NLP practitioner, Resource Therapist, RN. Member PACFA and GANZ and ACA
I haven't met anyone with depression who hasnt got it for a good reason. My job is to find out what that reason is and help people make peace with that.