Depression Therapy
Depression, a pervasive mental health disorder, causes a person to feel persistently sad, hopeless, disconnected, and disinterested in life. Also known as clinical depression or major depressive disorder, it affects a person’s behavior, thought process, and feelings and can lead to several physical and emotional issues, such as tiredness, headaches, and sleep disturbances.
Therapy offers a path for healing and cure, helping individuals to identify the basic cause of their depression, foster resilience, and build inner confidence.
Through evidence-based techniques and compassionate support, therapists cultivate self-awareness and empowers individuals to challenge negative thought patterns, build healthier relationships, and reclaim joy in life.
Online therapy for depression allows a person to consistently benefit from regular therapy sessions and lead a better life.
Why Choose Us?
Expert therapists, confidentiality, holistic approach, flexible scheduling for personalized care.
Expert Therapists
Therapist Licensed by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
Confidentiality Assured
Rest easy knowing that your privacy is our top priority.
Holistic Approach
We integrate various therapeutic techniques tailored to your unique needs.
Online Therapy
Virtual therapy at flexible time to accommodate your busy lifestyle.
How Depression Therapy Helps?
Online depression therapy can help if you are suffering from the below listed depression disorders.
MDD is a serious, but common mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest or pleasure in activities. Its symptoms interfere with daily functioning and can last for weeks, months, or even years. Therapy helps in managing the symptoms and improving the quality of life.
PDD is a chronic, low-grade depression that lasts for at least two years in adults and one year in children. Although the symptoms could be less severe than MDD, yet it can still affect every day functioning and quality of life. Therapy helps with long-term outcome relief with an improved life quality.
BPD, earlier known as manic-depressive illness, involves alternating periods of depression and mania or hypomania. Here, a person stays in an emotionally high period, followed by a period of lows. Such fluctuation in emotions deplete the energy level, and affects the person’s functioning and behavior. Therapeutic treatments, like cognitive behavioral therapy helps in the development of coping skills, recognizing triggers, and managing symptoms.
People with seasonal affective disorder display the depressive symptoms seasonally, typically in the fall and winter months when there is less natural sunlight. Their symptoms include depression, fatigue, and changes in sleep and appetite patterns. Therapy assists in managing these symptoms and allowing the affected individuals to enjoy better life quality even in the low months.
PPD usually affects new mothers after they go through the childbearing process. It is characterized by symptoms of sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion and can interfere with mother-child bonding and the ability to care for oneself and the baby. Therapy helps the new mothers through various coping strategies, such as stress-reduction techniques, relaxation exercises, or strategies to challenge negative thought patterns.
Psychotic depression is also known as major depressive disorder with psychotic features. It is a severe form of depression characterized by the presence of psychotic symptoms alongside typical depressive symptoms. These psychotic symptoms may include hallucinations and/or delusions. Therapy, along with medication, aids in understanding and coping with the symptoms, improving problem-solving skills, and enhancing social support network.
Atypical depression is a subtype of major depressive disorder characterized by a specific set of symptoms that differ from those typically associated with depression. They are often characterized by mood reactivity (improved mood in response to positive events), increased appetite or weight gain, excessive sleepiness, and sensitivity to rejection. Therapy, such as CBT or IPT, assist the individual with coping strategies, addressing underlying issues, and improving mood regulations.
PMDD is a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) characterized by mood swings, irritability, and depression in the days leading up to menstruation. However, the symptoms dissipate a few days after the menstruation cycle begins. Therapies, like CBT, IPT, or others, could benefit the individuals to cope with PMDD symptoms, manage stress, and improve overall well-being.
About the Therapist
Malika Chandra is an MPS from the University of Toronto. With diverse volunteering and work experiences across the USA and Canada, her impact transcends borders. Proficient in CBT, Psychodynamic approaches, and Emotion Focused Therapy, her services include targeting depression, trauma, anxiety, grief, and life transitions and promoting self-esteem, holistic well-being, mindfulness, and interpersonal relationships. Malika is especially proficient in depression therapy, allowing individuals to identify negative thought patterns, challenge distorted thinking, and develop coping strategies to manage symptoms. Recently featured in The Indian Express, her dedication to mental health shines through her global outreach and multifaceted expertise.
Online Depression Therapy
Online depression therapy provides accessible and convenient support for individuals suffering from depression.
You can directly connect with a licensed therapist through a virtual platform to enjoy personalized counseling and evidence-based interventions tailored to your specific needs.
Online depression therapy offers you private and confidential sessions from the comfort of your home.
FAQs
Tailored services for holistic well-being, ensuring your mental health thrives.
Depression is a mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and disinterest in activities. It impacts a person’s thinking, feelings, and his or her ability to handle everyday activities. Depression often manifests itself in various emotional and physical symptoms, such as headaches, insomnia, tiredness, and feeling of worthlessness.
A number of factors, such as genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological, combine together to give rise to depression. Susceptible individuals can also go into depression due to exposure to adverse life events, such as trauma, loss, or stress. Additionally, chemical imbalances in the brain, changes in neurotransmitter levels, and alterations in brain structure and function can also contribute to depression.
Depression is typically diagnosed by a mental health professional involving a thorough evaluation following the diagnostic guidelines listed in The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). This evaluation may include a discussion of symptoms, medical history, and possibly physical exams or laboratory tests to rule out other medical conditions.
The therapists are qualified and trained in the treatment of depression and providing personalized interventions to address the symptoms and promote healing process. They make use of several proven therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy (IPT), mindfulness-based therapy, and lifestyle modification to help individuals to overcome depression and lead a more fulfilling life.
Although it may be difficult to prevent depression, certain lifestyle choices and coping strategies could reduce the risk or severity of depressive episodes. Individuals at a risk of depression should maintain a healthy lifestyle, including opting for regular exercise, balanced nutrition, adequate sleep, and stress management. You must also build strong social connections, seek support from friends and family, and practice self-care. Additionally, early intervention and treatment for symptoms of depression can prevent them from worsening. Hence, its vital to get professional help for depression at the earliest.
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