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Depression Counsellor
Jennifer Tilbury, M.C.
Registered Psychologist
302-5033-52 Street, Lacombe , Alberta T4L 2A6 | 403-550-3219
Depression can occur in our lives when we have been under a great deal of stress or sometimes in reaction to life difficulties. It is a physical illness as much as an emotional mental illness. If you are suffering with depression, don’t continue to suffer alone. Counseling can help you know how to get well and how to make changes so you can stay well and enjoy life in the ways that fit who you are as a person. I use a combination of strategies based on positive psychology and cognitive behaviour therapy including exploring the beliefs you have that may be getting in the way of your happiness.
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Depression Counselor
Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
When one is depressed the range of thoughts and feelings encompass a wide spectrum. Sadness and despair might be pervasive. One can feel as if they have fallen into a deep dark pit where everything is covered in negativity and hopelessness. In this state, one can feel inadequate, discouraged, unable or unwilling to make decisions. In addition, guilt, shame, profound low self-esteem and loss of interest in relationships, sex, career and even life itself are commonly found. A variety of evidence-based tools, specific to the needs of the individual, applied skillfully at the right time, can dramatically lift one out of that deep, dark pit and help avoid relapse.
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Depression Counselor
Kevin Alderson, Ph.D.
Registered Psychologist (Alberta and Ontario)
Available for Online Therapy
[I OFFER VIDEO SESSIONS THROUGHOUT ALBERTA AND ONTARIO]. I have been severely clinically depressed several times in my life. I know how it feels to be in a dark hole yet be unable to rise above and function normally again. But I can help. I have been a psychologist since 1986. I know all the techniques and I have a good understanding of the right physical interventions to help you as well. Book a session today by simply going to https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=14249112
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Depression Counselor
Gregory Erikson, MC and CCC
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Available for Online Therapy
Depression is on the rise in not only Canada but around the world. There a variety of reasons why this is - I have come to believe its the rise of a society that is busy and not taking care of themselves emotionally and physically. We are focused on the future and not enough on the present. Counselling allows a person to slow down and be in the present. People can then receive care and support as they walk through their feelings, thoughts and stories of their life.
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Depression Counselor
Claire Simpson, MA, CCC
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Canadian Certified Counsellor
Available for Online Therapy
When supporting a client through depression, I help clients to learn to accept the difficult emotions associated with depression without avoidance or self-criticism, while focusing on what truly matters to them and taking committed action towards their values. We explore how the client’s story of depression has shaped their identity, creating space for them to reframe their experiences and uncover new meanings and possibilities for the future. Together, we work to understand parts of the client that may carry pain or negative beliefs, fostering healing and integration. Together, we develop a holistic approach to depression that promotes self-compassion, empowerment, and hope for recovery.
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Depression Counselor
Sara Jungen, Psychologist
M.A., R.Psych. - Registered Psychologist
Available for Online Therapy
Research has clearly demonstrated that mindfulness-based approaches to depression are so powerful that they can reduce the chances of having a relapse by 50%! That's a big deal. A depressed mind is busy creating all kinds of negative thoughts. Mindfulness-based therapy will teach you a new way to relate to your thoughts. You don't have to believe everything you think! Especially the bad stuff, becuse it's often not true.