Counseling for Depression

Feeling sad or low from time to time is a normal part of life. However, when feelings of emptiness, hopelessness, or despair linger and interfere with your ability to function, it may be more than just the “blues”—you could be experiencing clinical depression.

What Is Depression?

Depression is a common but serious mental health condition that affects how you feel, think, and manage daily activities. You might find that hobbies no longer bring joy, socializing feels like a chore, or getting out of bed in the morning takes immense effort. Life may start to feel meaningless or overwhelming.

Depression doesn’t always look like sadness. It can show up as:

  • Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
  • Memory problems or forgetfulness
  • Low energy, especially in the morning
  • Changes in sleep patterns
  • Physical symptoms like headaches or digestive issues

Many people don’t even realize they’re depressed—they just know that something feels “off.”

How Common Is Depression?

You’re not alone. Around 1 in 10 American adults experience depression each year. Despite how common and treatable it is, depression often goes undiagnosed or untreated, leaving many to suffer in silence.

Evidence-Based Therapy for Depression

The good news is that depression is highly treatable with the right approach. I offer evidence-based depression counseling using therapeutic methods supported by clinical research.

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)

For most individuals, I use Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)—a very effective, research-supported treatment that helps reduce depressive symptoms by focusing on your relationships. Since many forms of depression are triggered or worsened by difficulties in key relationships, IPT works to improve:

  • Feelings of loneliness or isolation
  • Conflict in close relationships
  • Emotional distance or lack of intimacy
  • Unresolved grief or interpersonal losses

IPT helps you identify patterns that may be contributing to your depression and teaches you healthier ways to connect with others and manage difficult emotions.

Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)

For those dealing with complex depression rooted in past trauma, abuse, neglect, or unresolved grief, I also offer Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). EFT is a longer-term, research-based approach designed to help you work through deep emotional pain and heal from unresolved trauma. By processing these painful experiences in a safe and supportive environment, you can move toward emotional freedom and lasting relief.

Start Your Path to Healing

If you’re struggling with depression, you don’t have to go through it alone. With the right support, recovery – reconnecting with yourself, your energy, your relationships, and your life – is possible.