Understanding Depression and Therapy Options in Calgary and Alberta
Welcome to our blog series on understanding depression and therapy options in Calgary and rural Alberta. In this post, we will get into the signs of depression that should not be ignored and explore the therapy options available, including individual depression therapy in Calgary and rural Alberta.
Let's understand the importance of seeking help and learn how therapy can make a positive difference in managing depression.
Understanding Depression: Signs You Shouldn't Ignore
There are a range of depressive disorders that are formally recognized and even within these, depression presents different for each of us.
Signs of Depression
Perhaps you struggle to get out of bed or find yourself asking, “Why bother?” more often than not.
You might also find yourself feeling like everything is just too hard, or you might wonder if you will ever feel happy again.
These are just some questions people feeling depressed might be asking themselves.
Some other key signs to look out for include:
feeling persistent sadness or emptiness
feeling hopeless or lost
losing interest in activities that you used to enjoy
losing your confidence or self-worth
feeling tired more than seems normal or healthy
feeling unmotivated to cook or eat food like you used to
difficulty falling or staying asleep or feeling so tired that all you want to do is sleep
having thoughts that you can’t continue or want to end your life
Like many other health conditions, intervening early can improve your prognosis.
Therapy for Depression
Nearly 20% of Canadians struggle with a mood disorder each year that can significantly impact daily life.
If you find yourself thinking:
I’m not good enough
I’m a failure
things will never get better
nothing matters
I’m stuck feeling this forever
why can’t I handle this on my own?
nobody cares about me
You’re not alone in these feelings and thoughts.
These thoughts and feelings may be signs of depression and mean that it is time to improve your mental health through therapy. Effective and professional individual therapy helps you get back to feeling like yourself.
With guidance and support, you can start getting out of bed right away, feeling good about yourself and enjoying your daily activities again.
Most people who start therapy with Mend see improvement within their first month of therapy.
Therapy is as effective as medication in treating depression, however, the benefit of therapy is that the skills and strategies stay with you even after therapy is completed.
Individual Therapy in Calgary and Alberta
When life feels harder than it should, you have depression therapy options.
Individual therapy is the right approach for most people and especially if you are new to therapy. The benefit of individual therapy is that your specific symptoms, needs and preferences are the focus of each session so you can start to feel better sooner.
How Mend Can Help
At Mend Psychology, we offer Calgary depression therapy services tailored to you.
The first session will include a general assessment of your concerns and then a focus on how to start feeling better.
By the end of your first appointment, you will have some strategies to fit your specific needs as well as a sense of what your care might look like.
In the sessions that follow, we will troubleshoot and add additional layers to your strategies so that you can sustain improvements.
Conclusion
Now you are aware of the signs of depression that should not be ignored and understand the importance of therapy in managing and treating depression.
Individual therapy in Calgary offers a supportive environment for individuals to address their depression symptoms and work toward healing.
Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength, and therapy can make a significant positive impact on your mental health.
Reach out to us today and take the first step towards a healthier, happier life.