Depression Counselling

Depression is real and can be difficult to navigate alone. If you are seeking depression counselling, our therapists can help. You CAN feel well again.

At everwell we know that no matter how old we are, we continue to grow and change.  Along the way we all experience some 'growing pains' or begin to ask questions that we struggle to find the answers to.  And we also know that every once in a while, we all need a little help too. It is a brave step forward - to seek depression counselling and work towards healing - and you are not alone.

Illustration of a therapy appointment; depression counselling

Feel like yourself again.

If you’re experiencing symptoms of depression - or think you might be - maybe it’s time to talk about it. Please don’t hesitate to reach out. When you’re ready we can help.

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What is depression?

Everyone gets ‘sad’ once in a while. Right? We often shrug off our ‘blues’ and end up suffering in silence… ashamed or afraid to ask for help. Contrary to misconceptions, depression is not a character flaw.

Depression is not a temporary change in mood or a sign of weakness. It is a real medical condition.

In fact, depression is a widespread medical condition. An estimated 1 in 4 Canadians experience symptoms of depression serious enough to need treatment at some time in his or her life. Unfortunately, many people, unaware of how common this illness is, still do not seek treatment because they are afraid of what others will think.

Online counselling for depression

There are wounds that never show on the body that are deeper and more hurtful than anything that bleeds.

Factors related to depression

  • Family history

  • An imbalance of chemicals in the brain

  • Difficult life events or transitions (birth of a child, divorce, death, job loss, retirement, etc.)

  • Traumatic events in childhood that influence a person’s mental outlook throughout life (abuse, neglect, divorce, family violence)

  • Gender (women are more likely to develop depression than men, 2SLGBTQIA+)

  • Increased work demands and stress

  • Chronic illness

  • Low income, financial instability, change in income

  • Substance abuse

  • Time of year (seasonal depression/seasonal affective disorder)

Symptoms of depression to watch out for

  • You may be constantly sad, hopeless, irritable, and unable to feel pleasure

  • You may have changes in your sleeping and eating habits (not enough or too much)

  • You may have difficulty concentrating or thinking clearly

  • You may have feelings of worthlessness or guilt

  • You may start believing bad things about yourself and/or others confirming your feelings of unworthiness

  • You have a general and overwhelming feeling of unhappiness and may think of dying or harming yourself

  • Unexplained physical symptoms including: aches and pains, lack of energy, inability to control weight, stomach pains and the feeling like you are moving in ‘slow motion’

  • Reduced / lack of interest in sex

How we can help

Depression is among the most common mental disorders - and the most treatable.

Feeling depressed? Let’s talk about it!

We recognize that depression can be very debilitating. That’s why we offer free 30 minute consultations to help you determine if virtual depression counselling services at everwell will be right for you. During your free consultation, we take the time and care to understand your unique challenges and goals and what you are looking for from therapy. Based on your specific requirements, we’ll be able to match you with the therapist that best suits your unique needs, preferences and schedule.

Depression can take many forms and varies in severity. Some people seek therapy when symptoms of depression are mild – maybe just a sense that they aren’t able to be fully present for the ups and downs of their lives. Others come to therapy feeling very low and unable to fully function day-to-day. If you have been to a doctor about your depression you may or may not have been prescribed anti-depressant medication. Your doctor may have also suggested counselling or psychotherapy. Regardless of your path to coming to counselling, you do not require a diagnosis of depression to seek depression counselling. In fact, for many of our therapists, the label of ‘depression’ isn’t really very important.

We will work with you to help determine a course for improvement by getting to know what you are experiencing emotionally and how it is impacting all aspects of your life. Once we know how your thoughts are connected to your feelings, we can help you to work with your thoughts instead of having them work against you.

Our therapists utilize a variety of counselling and psychotherapy approaches that help to combat and cope with depression and will tailor their work with you based on your individual preferences and needs. We specifically use Cognitive Behavioural Strategies, Mindfulness, and Narrative Therapy to name just a few.

 

Average Cost

$130.00 - $160.00 (per session)*

*Lower rates are available through our Affordable Counselling program 

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