Depression Counselling in Chilliwack, BC.

MY APPROACH TO COUNSELLING FOR DEPRESSION STARTS WITH A BRIEF EXPLANATION OF ITS OCCURRING: Small amount of stress can be managed easily and may not negatively impact your health, however, too much stress can contribute to worsening depression and anxiety, because high levels of stress increase adrenaline levels which makes it impossible for you to slow down, unwind and rejuvenate. That is when I come in to support you. I work together with you to identify the most challenging situations and find ways to manage them, determine how to discard your inner critic, develop tools to decrease stress, replace negative coping skills with positive ones, so that you gain your life back...

Depression is very common amongst a lot of people. Most of us go through various ups and downs in our life, and sometimes we need a little help getting through a down period. When a client is depressed, similar to when a client is angry, I would help them in determining the root cause of the depression as it is critical for treatment planning. Once determined, we would discuss a treatment plan together that is realistically attainable. I would empower my client to recognize their strengths and abilities to manage their depression, such as looking at similar situations from their past that they have managed successfully.

Depression can feel debilitating and dis-empowering. I help you cope with hopelessness and sadness, and provide evidence-based cognitive behaviour therapy. I help you find meaning and purpose in life, and provide empathy and support as you navigate life and find inner strength. I believe everyone is resilient when supported through difficulties. It is commonly acknowledged by mental health professionals that most people will suffer from at least one depressive episode in their lifetime. This implies that we can work through this illness and experience recovery from symptoms and go on to live meaningful lives. The first step is seeking help to cope with loneliness and hopelessness

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.

Are you struggling to get out of bed, losing interest in once-loved activities or feeling helpless and hopeless? The lethargic and foggy shutdown of depression can make everything in life feel just a few inches out of reach. The good news is that depression is readily treatable. I would be glad to help you explore what is keeping your body stuck in numb disconnection. Next, we form a plan to help you back to your best self. Together we tackle here-and-now symptoms with strategies of mindfulness and CBT, while also untying old knots from the past with emotion-focused and inner-child work. The heaviness of depression is your body asking for care. Are you ready to answer its call?

The good news, depression can be managed. I would help the client to learn about their depression including how to manage their depression through the implementation of differing wellness techniques. A balance of overall wellness is necessary to help manage depression. The implementation of cognitive behavioral therapy helps manage and challenge distorted cognitive thinking and behaviors. The form of therapy used can help to shift consciousness which helps to evoke change and ongoing growth and development. The analogy of an iceberg is a great way to define and outline what's taking place within an individual suffering in silence with depression.

Chart the changes from negativity, anger or depression to a more desired state of well being. Carey will help you problem solve and develop lifestyle skills which improve self esteem. Sessions focus on furthering the development of healthy changes in your thoughts and behaviors that lead to overal wellness. Through effective counselling methods, Carey will help you practice the antidotes to stress and depression. Approaches include narrative and cognitive behavioral therapy, Satir, solution focused and some expressions of art therapy.

Depression can impact several or all elements of a persons life. It can leave a person feeling debilitated, helpless and isolated. It can be chronic, or situational and can range from mild - severe. My approach to working with clients who experience depression is to provide a compassionate and caring environment that gently encourages them to understand the root of the depression and factors that impact it, both negative and positive. We do this together with the hope in mind that by understanding, addressing and healing the hurts, we can understand the linkage between the depression in order to re-frame it and renew a sense of hopefulness.

Depression can be experienced in a magnitude of ways and is often experienced differently by each individual. Symptoms may range from feeling increasingly irritable, experiencing a sense of emptiness and hopelessness, and an individual often will feel completely overwhelmed, losing interest in activities they once enjoyed. Depression may also be experienced physically. Physical symptoms may include, but are not limited to a lack of energy, problems sleeping, pronounced weight changes, and eventually, even serious illness. In cases of mild to moderate depression, there is an increasing amount of research supporting counselling as effective as medication in improving a person’s mood. Many clients have been referred to counselling by their family doctor when...(view profile to read more)

In therapy with Molly, you'll find a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore the roots of depression and develop strategies to manage it. Molly combines evidence-based approaches like CBT, Attachment-Based Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, and EMDR to support you in breaking unhelpful thought patterns and regaining a sense of hope and purpose.

Do you experience low mood, irritability, feelings of hopelessness, changes in appetite and sleep? Depression can make it hard to enjoy the things we once looked forward to and can send us into a cycle that may feel difficult to break. In working with depression, the body-mind connection is beneficial to understand. I approach depression with compassion by facilitating learning about yourself and building meaningful ways that work best for you in approaching your concerns.

Anxiety and depression are some of the most common mental disorders today- and their prevalence is on the rise. The Center of Disease Control and Prevention reported that there has been a significant increase in the percentage of people in America exhibiting signs of anxiety or depression since the COVID-19 pandemic. Anxiety and depression can have a profound impact on work, relationships, and personal life, so it's important to receive a proper diagnosis in order to take the right steps to manage your mental health.

My passion for Clinical Counseling developed throughout my 15+ years of professional experience in the human services field. During this time and as a Clinical Counsellor I have supported individuals in healing from anxiety, depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, and grief and loss. It is humbling to support youth, adults, and families to overcome distressing and traumatic life events while helping them realize their strengths and resilient qualities. In a client-centered, caring, and compassionate environment, I will support you in your journey of exploring those issues that cause you distress. It is important that you realize your true potential by being supported and empowered to discover and utilize your strengths. I will support you through your healing...(view profile to read more)