Counselling for depression
Talking therapies are widely acknowledged to be an important part of the programme of treatment for depression.
Depression is more than just feeling down for a days, it is recognised as being persistently sad for weeks or even months. It is not a sign of weakness nor is it something that people can just 'snap out of'.
Psychological symptoms
The psychological symptoms of depression include:
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continuous low mood or sadness
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feeling hopeless and helpless
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feeling tearful
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feeling guilt-ridden
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having no motivation or interest in things
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finding it difficult to make decisions
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not getting any enjoyment out of life
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feeling anxious or worried
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having suicidal thoughts or thoughts of harming yourself
Physical symptoms
The physical symptoms of depression include:
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changes in appetite or weight (usually decreased, but sometimes increased)
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lack of energy
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low sex drive (loss of libido)
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disturbed sleep – for example, finding it difficult to fall asleep at night or waking up very early in the morning
Due to Covid-19 I am now offering online video counselling sessions. These are available to new and existing clients.
When businesses are able to offer face to face services again, I will be providing all clients with a PPE face shield to use at each session until such time as the pandemic risk has been suitably lowered.
Please get in touch for more information.