Therapy for Depression
Feeling Disconnected from Your True Self?
Do you feel numb, weighed down by a persistent low mood, or unsure of your purpose? Perhaps an inner critic constantly undermines you, leaving you feeling unworthy, angry, or drained of motivation. Or maybe the chaos of the world has left you feeling hopeless, flattened, or wondering if life is even worth continuing.
Depression wears many faces. It can show up as irritability, emotional outbursts, overuse of substances, or high-functioning burnout. Sometimes, it feels like a quiet fog, where everything on the surface seems "fine," but inside, life feels colorless, disconnected, and heavy.
Inside Depression
For some, even getting out of bed can feel like an impossible task. For others, life may look outwardly successful while an invisible heaviness lingers within. That kind of isolation—carrying pain that no one sees—can deepen the suffering.
Depression is not a personal failure or weakness. It's often a signal from within: a call to tend to old wounds, unmet needs, or long-held patterns that no longer serve you. Underneath depression, there is often a longing to feel, to be seen, to reconnect, and to heal.
Therapy For Depression:
A Path of Healing and Meaning
Psychotherapy provides a space to explore what's going on inside gently. Together, we can begin to untangle what's weighing you down, rediscover forgotten parts, and rebuild a more compassionate connection to your inner world.
I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches, tailoring our work to your unique needs, personality, and pace. Many clients find that as their relationship with themselves softens and strengthens, symptoms begin to ease. My focus is on helping you feel more at home within yourself—so that relief from depression can be real, deep, and lasting.
Depression doesn't mean something is wrong with you. It may mean that something inside is finally asking to be heard, held, and healed. With support, this inward journey can lead to new insight, growth, and a more meaningful life.
“The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek.”
Still Have Questions About Therapy for Depression?
I had a bad experience with a therapist in the past, and I’m afraid of being misunderstood again.
Therapists come in many styles and personalities; not everyone will be the right fit for you. It's crucial to find someone who's dedicated to understanding your depression in a way that suits you. It just takes one. The safety in our relationship is essential: I work to foster a space where you can share whatever's on your mind without judgment, and I seek feedback and encourage your honesty.
I am worried that talking about my issues in therapy will make things worse.
Many people are surprised that therapy is not the same as what their mind believes it will be.
It's normal to fear facing difficulties; however, making space for them allows us to understand our needs and longings better. We won't just focus on the challenges; we'll also explore what's going well, building on your strengths, and helping you recover your dreams for yourself. Rediscovering joy, vitality, and creativity is also part of the healing process.
I’m concerned I’ll have to talk a lot about the past.
We’ll start by visualizing where you want to go and determining what might get in the way. The past can be helpful to understand only as much as it affects the present situation. Things happen to us, and we tend to "press down" certain situations, thoughts, and feelings, which can result in symptoms like depression. Making space for what's been forgotten, ignored, or missed can help you move forward again.
Ready to Find Help With Depression?
You don't have to continue living with depression. Therapy can help you pave a path toward living a better life. To schedule a free 20-minute consultation, please use my contact form or call (650) 449-6054.
I look forward to meeting you and hearing more.
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