Depression Counselling in Wythall

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Christopher Crehan
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Wythall B47  (Online Only)
I will see you within a week of your initial inquiry so unlike the NHS you are not waiting for weeks when you need to see someone right away.
When seeking therapy, finding the right therapist is the first and most important step. With the correct therapist you can feel understood and safe when discussing difficult issues in your life. I am a fully qualified and accredited hypnotherapist and psychotherapist. Offering professional listening skills and support for mental health and well-being to help you achieve the life you deserve. I have been practicing for several years and i am trained in a variety of modalities and techniques that can help with many issues including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, motivation, weight management, confidence, healing and much more.
I will see you within a week of your initial inquiry so unlike the NHS you are not waiting for weeks when you need to see someone right away.
When seeking therapy, finding the right therapist is the first and most important step. With the correct therapist you can feel understood and safe when discussing difficult issues in your life. I am a fully qualified and accredited hypnotherapist and psychotherapist. Offering professional listening skills and support for mental health and well-being to help you achieve the life you deserve. I have been practicing for several years and i am trained in a variety of modalities and techniques that can help with many issues including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, motivation, weight management, confidence, healing and much more.
0121 827 5246 View 0121 827 5246
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Magenta Owl
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Wythall B47
Together we can find ways to build on your strengths and overcome your personal challenges; at a pace to suit you.
In my work, I encourage awareness of the importance of self-care from the outset. With lived experience of both Autism and ADHD, I focus on neurodivergence and how it can impact wellbeing and self-esteem. Together, we devise strategies and tools to help with life balance. Each individual is unique; and so it is vital that clients take responsibility for their own growth. I set "homework" tasks for between sessions; utilising CBT in a collaborative process of goal-realisation and self-development, whether working online or in-person. If you are committed to deepening self-understanding, contact me to arrange an initial appointment.
Together we can find ways to build on your strengths and overcome your personal challenges; at a pace to suit you.
In my work, I encourage awareness of the importance of self-care from the outset. With lived experience of both Autism and ADHD, I focus on neurodivergence and how it can impact wellbeing and self-esteem. Together, we devise strategies and tools to help with life balance. Each individual is unique; and so it is vital that clients take responsibility for their own growth. I set "homework" tasks for between sessions; utilising CBT in a collaborative process of goal-realisation and self-development, whether working online or in-person. If you are committed to deepening self-understanding, contact me to arrange an initial appointment.
01527 962131 View 01527 962131
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Hope Peckover
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
Verified Verified
Wythall B47
Most of all, I am a genuine human being who is here for you.
Hi, my name is Hope. I know, a pretty good name for a therapist! I am an Integrative Psychotherapist. My aim and approach in therapy is to help you find your own path to the life you wish to live. We are all uniquely different and have different reactions to life and life events. I can help you work through some things you might find difficult. For example: Anxiety; Depression; Trauma; Relationship Issues. In order to heal and progress, we must first understand our emotions, what they are and where they come from. From here can make decisions to do something different, to break the patterns that no longer serve us in our life.
Most of all, I am a genuine human being who is here for you.
Hi, my name is Hope. I know, a pretty good name for a therapist! I am an Integrative Psychotherapist. My aim and approach in therapy is to help you find your own path to the life you wish to live. We are all uniquely different and have different reactions to life and life events. I can help you work through some things you might find difficult. For example: Anxiety; Depression; Trauma; Relationship Issues. In order to heal and progress, we must first understand our emotions, what they are and where they come from. From here can make decisions to do something different, to break the patterns that no longer serve us in our life.
0121 752 9182 View 0121 752 9182
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Christine Gault
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Wythall B47
I will utilise my personal experience, skills and knowledge to connect and understand you and your story.
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person who finds themselves overwhelmed in a variety of situations Do you find yourself struggling in relationships, friendship groups or work. Do you suffer with: childhood trauma, anxiety, low mood, sexuality issues. Do suffer with chronic ill health, fatigue, fibromyalgia or other unexplained disease? Do you feel isolated, lonely, different/separate from others. Are you keeping your physical, emotional, mental, sexual or spiritual struggles secret?
I will utilise my personal experience, skills and knowledge to connect and understand you and your story.
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person who finds themselves overwhelmed in a variety of situations Do you find yourself struggling in relationships, friendship groups or work. Do you suffer with: childhood trauma, anxiety, low mood, sexuality issues. Do suffer with chronic ill health, fatigue, fibromyalgia or other unexplained disease? Do you feel isolated, lonely, different/separate from others. Are you keeping your physical, emotional, mental, sexual or spiritual struggles secret?
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Woodmere CBT
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Hollywood B47
Woodmere Cognitive Behavioural Therapies (CBT) is situated in a quiet residential area with ample and convenient client car-parking.
Woodmere CBT is a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy practice located in Belfast offering BACP accredited & NCPS Professionally Accredited psychotherapy services and specialised grief therapy interventions. Whatever your issue, Woodmere CBT will meet it with compassion, curiosity and care, using a contemporary, rational and evidence based therapy framework which aims to reduce your presenting symptoms and get you thinking, feeling and behaving like the human being you want to be.
Woodmere Cognitive Behavioural Therapies (CBT) is situated in a quiet residential area with ample and convenient client car-parking.
Woodmere CBT is a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy practice located in Belfast offering BACP accredited & NCPS Professionally Accredited psychotherapy services and specialised grief therapy interventions. Whatever your issue, Woodmere CBT will meet it with compassion, curiosity and care, using a contemporary, rational and evidence based therapy framework which aims to reduce your presenting symptoms and get you thinking, feeling and behaving like the human being you want to be.
028 9694 3938 View 028 9694 3938
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Helen Gaynor - Sheemore Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Birmingham B13
At times we can all face difficulties and my experiences including working with Depression, Self-Harm, Bereavement and Addiction.
Has life thrown something in your path that you are struggling to make sense of? Are you aware that your stress or anxiety levels are heightened and you are confused by these feelings? Then perhaps you need someone to talk to, to help you make sense of the confusion you are feeling and the unexplained emotions that can feel overwhelming and leave you feeling alone. As a qualified person-centred counsellor I can offer an empathic, open, safe environment, enabling you to explore those feelings, allowing you to better understand them and helping you to reconnect with you inner values and sense of self-worth.
At times we can all face difficulties and my experiences including working with Depression, Self-Harm, Bereavement and Addiction.
Has life thrown something in your path that you are struggling to make sense of? Are you aware that your stress or anxiety levels are heightened and you are confused by these feelings? Then perhaps you need someone to talk to, to help you make sense of the confusion you are feeling and the unexplained emotions that can feel overwhelming and leave you feeling alone. As a qualified person-centred counsellor I can offer an empathic, open, safe environment, enabling you to explore those feelings, allowing you to better understand them and helping you to reconnect with you inner values and sense of self-worth.
0121 285 8197 View 0121 285 8197
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Bamford Psychology & Counselling Service
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Birmingham B38
Bamford Psychology Service is led by Dr Catherine Bamford, Consultant Clinical Psychologist. We are a small team of experienced psychologists and counsellors, based in Leamington Spa. We provide high quality counselling, psychological assessment and therapy to children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of mental health difficulties and life challenges. Common issues include depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, relationship difficulties, autism, ADHD, bereavement, chronic pain and PTSD. Please visit the website for more information and for our fees www.bamfordpsychologyservice.co.uk
Bamford Psychology Service is led by Dr Catherine Bamford, Consultant Clinical Psychologist. We are a small team of experienced psychologists and counsellors, based in Leamington Spa. We provide high quality counselling, psychological assessment and therapy to children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of mental health difficulties and life challenges. Common issues include depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, relationship difficulties, autism, ADHD, bereavement, chronic pain and PTSD. Please visit the website for more information and for our fees www.bamfordpsychologyservice.co.uk
01926 293392 View 01926 293392
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Rose Jennings Art Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham B30
I am committed to the ongoing learning and values of anti-oppressive and trauma-informed practices including neurodivergent and LGTBQIA+ affirming.
Thank you for taking the time to be here and find out more. Art therapy offers a space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences through pictures, play and words. A place for you to slow down and feel supported whilst we work together to understand your needs and process your experiences. Whether you are navigating depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, burnout, overwhelm, shame, loss, relationships or life transitions, art therapy can be a wonderful way to build awareness and new ways of being. You do not need previous experience of art making, only the curiosity to build practices that work for you.
I am committed to the ongoing learning and values of anti-oppressive and trauma-informed practices including neurodivergent and LGTBQIA+ affirming.
Thank you for taking the time to be here and find out more. Art therapy offers a space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences through pictures, play and words. A place for you to slow down and feel supported whilst we work together to understand your needs and process your experiences. Whether you are navigating depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, burnout, overwhelm, shame, loss, relationships or life transitions, art therapy can be a wonderful way to build awareness and new ways of being. You do not need previous experience of art making, only the curiosity to build practices that work for you.
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The Growth & Guidance Clinic
Psychotherapist, MSc
Verified Verified
Solihull B90
Therapy will help you gain a fuller understanding of what you are battling with and together think about how best to grow, in light of what has been revealed.
My Name is Letoya Bailey and I consider myself an incredibly grateful person. Every day I get to do work that not only feels meaningful and fulfilling but also, to me, feels like nothing short of a calling. ​ I believe wholeheartedly in the transformative power of the work of therapy and I consider it an honour to be able to support you on your journey. I work with the full range of mental health difficulties, from short term to those that are severe. Emotional struggles present themselves in many ways, for example, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Difficulties.
Therapy will help you gain a fuller understanding of what you are battling with and together think about how best to grow, in light of what has been revealed.
My Name is Letoya Bailey and I consider myself an incredibly grateful person. Every day I get to do work that not only feels meaningful and fulfilling but also, to me, feels like nothing short of a calling. ​ I believe wholeheartedly in the transformative power of the work of therapy and I consider it an honour to be able to support you on your journey. I work with the full range of mental health difficulties, from short term to those that are severe. Emotional struggles present themselves in many ways, for example, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Difficulties.
0121 285 3639 View 0121 285 3639
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Judith Power
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Solihull B90
It can be daunting finding a therapist and there are so many choices but it can also be the start of real change for a person so if you are struggling with anything maybe I can help.
I am a qualified therapist that provides both short and long-term therapy. I offer a calm, confidential and supportive space for all my clients online and face-to-face. I have trained as an integrated person-centred therapist which in reality means that I work at the clients pace and I draw from several types of therapies to ensure that each client is offered what is right for them. I tailor how I work with each person to help them achieve their goals and work through anything causing them distress.
It can be daunting finding a therapist and there are so many choices but it can also be the start of real change for a person so if you are struggling with anything maybe I can help.
I am a qualified therapist that provides both short and long-term therapy. I offer a calm, confidential and supportive space for all my clients online and face-to-face. I have trained as an integrated person-centred therapist which in reality means that I work at the clients pace and I draw from several types of therapies to ensure that each client is offered what is right for them. I tailor how I work with each person to help them achieve their goals and work through anything causing them distress.
0121 827 6929 View 0121 827 6929
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Chanel McDevitt-Kyle
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Solihull B90
Even amongst close friends and family, some thoughts and feelings can be difficult to express or share.
I offer a Free 30-minute telephone consultation as I recognise that it can feel difficult to know if counselling is right for you. You may be feeling nervous about beginning therapy or unsure of how counselling could help. To alleviate some of this uncertainty, the consultation; this gives you an opportunity to ask any questions that you may have about counselling as well as an opportunity for us both to talk about how we could work together. By booking a free, friendly telephone consultation, it gives us the chance to build a rapport, and helps in supporting you to explore your options in counselling.
Even amongst close friends and family, some thoughts and feelings can be difficult to express or share.
I offer a Free 30-minute telephone consultation as I recognise that it can feel difficult to know if counselling is right for you. You may be feeling nervous about beginning therapy or unsure of how counselling could help. To alleviate some of this uncertainty, the consultation; this gives you an opportunity to ask any questions that you may have about counselling as well as an opportunity for us both to talk about how we could work together. By booking a free, friendly telephone consultation, it gives us the chance to build a rapport, and helps in supporting you to explore your options in counselling.
024 7526 2565 View 024 7526 2565
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Carl Flynn Msc Bsc Pg Dip
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Birmingham B30
I look forward to working with you in helping you to meet your needs and achieve your goals in life.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, scared, confused, angry, used and abused? Do you need someone to speak with, who will explore your concerns with you and support you to achieve greater balance and happiness in your life? Call me to help you create a brighter future.
I look forward to working with you in helping you to meet your needs and achieve your goals in life.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, scared, confused, angry, used and abused? Do you need someone to speak with, who will explore your concerns with you and support you to achieve greater balance and happiness in your life? Call me to help you create a brighter future.
0121 726 1276 View 0121 726 1276
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Jo Mbaeru
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Birmingham B13
I believe in providing not just care, but genuine compassion and support to clients during their most vulnerable moments.
I am a BACP-registered integrative counsellor. I have had over 6yrs experience working within the NHS as service desk analyst in a non-clinical role before graduating from Birmingham Newman University with a Bachelor’s Degree (B.A) in counselling studies and currently completing a Master’s Degree (MSc) in integrative counselling. My training cut across several counselling modalities based on PCT as a core approach providing the foundation for therapeutic alliance with my clients. Along this, depending on the client presenting issue, I draw on CBT, Gestalt, mindfulness and psychodynamic modalities in my clinical formulation.
I believe in providing not just care, but genuine compassion and support to clients during their most vulnerable moments.
I am a BACP-registered integrative counsellor. I have had over 6yrs experience working within the NHS as service desk analyst in a non-clinical role before graduating from Birmingham Newman University with a Bachelor’s Degree (B.A) in counselling studies and currently completing a Master’s Degree (MSc) in integrative counselling. My training cut across several counselling modalities based on PCT as a core approach providing the foundation for therapeutic alliance with my clients. Along this, depending on the client presenting issue, I draw on CBT, Gestalt, mindfulness and psychodynamic modalities in my clinical formulation.
01564 334662 View 01564 334662
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Trusted Therapy LTD
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Solihull B90
Hi there, I'm Leanne,  as a qualified person-centred counsellor, you will be greeted with a warm empathetic and non-judgemental environment at all times where you lead the therapy.
Hi there, I'm Leanne,  as a qualified person-centred counsellor, you will be greeted with a warm empathetic and non-judgemental environment at all times where you lead the therapy. Your reason for looking for me to stand with you? is for me to walk alongside you to help you to achieve a more peaceful mindset to help in your everyday life by working through your worries, trauma, anxiety, depression or personal growth. I know this is not an easy thing for you to do. Life throws curve balls at us at times and these changes can leave us feeling overwhelmed, uncertain of what's to come, which then leaves us feeling unsettled.
Hi there, I'm Leanne,  as a qualified person-centred counsellor, you will be greeted with a warm empathetic and non-judgemental environment at all times where you lead the therapy.
Hi there, I'm Leanne,  as a qualified person-centred counsellor, you will be greeted with a warm empathetic and non-judgemental environment at all times where you lead the therapy. Your reason for looking for me to stand with you? is for me to walk alongside you to help you to achieve a more peaceful mindset to help in your everyday life by working through your worries, trauma, anxiety, depression or personal growth. I know this is not an easy thing for you to do. Life throws curve balls at us at times and these changes can leave us feeling overwhelmed, uncertain of what's to come, which then leaves us feeling unsettled.
01637 801067 View 01637 801067
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Jo Ward-Mackie
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Birmingham B14
The therapeutic relationship is a natural focus, as every individual is put at ease.
Life can be very fast paced, hectic and often we are not taught how to cope with any stresses that may arise. Over my time working in mental health, I have worked within many specialist services including outpatient services, addiction therapy programmes, general psychiatry in IAPT services and on psychiatric wards. This vast amount of experience over 10 years, has enabled me to develop a passion to help others feel empowered , to overcome lifes challenges and to learn how to take better care of themselves in the process.
The therapeutic relationship is a natural focus, as every individual is put at ease.
Life can be very fast paced, hectic and often we are not taught how to cope with any stresses that may arise. Over my time working in mental health, I have worked within many specialist services including outpatient services, addiction therapy programmes, general psychiatry in IAPT services and on psychiatric wards. This vast amount of experience over 10 years, has enabled me to develop a passion to help others feel empowered , to overcome lifes challenges and to learn how to take better care of themselves in the process.
0121 661 4346 View 0121 661 4346
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Annette Lilley
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Birmingham B13
I understand that beginning counselling can feel scary so please call, text or email depending on what feels most comfortable for you, and we can discuss your needs and whether we feel that we can work together.
At times we can feel overwhelmed by life events, relationships or distressing thoughts and feelings. Sometimes we believe that we are never going to feel better and lose hope that change can happen. If we have experienced long term distress we might feel that we are broken and unfixable. I can work with you to process painful experiences, help you to connect more with yourself and others to improve your relationships and to get more of what you want from life. I work in a relational way, meaning that we will focus on the relationship between us to understand more about the way you relate to others and yourself.
I understand that beginning counselling can feel scary so please call, text or email depending on what feels most comfortable for you, and we can discuss your needs and whether we feel that we can work together.
At times we can feel overwhelmed by life events, relationships or distressing thoughts and feelings. Sometimes we believe that we are never going to feel better and lose hope that change can happen. If we have experienced long term distress we might feel that we are broken and unfixable. I can work with you to process painful experiences, help you to connect more with yourself and others to improve your relationships and to get more of what you want from life. I work in a relational way, meaning that we will focus on the relationship between us to understand more about the way you relate to others and yourself.
01564 335978 View 01564 335978
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Hazela Counselling Ltd
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Solihull B90
My clients tell me how easy I am to talk to, how they feel safe and accepted, they appreciate how I can, with my gentle questioning, allow them to look at their issues from difference perspectives.
If you are looking for help with depression, anxiety and anger issues please email me. I am an experienced integrative therapist who can help you sort through your negative feelings, help you understand why you feel that way, and give you coping strategies and practical tips to help you feel better about yourself. I believe therapy should be as comfortable as possible and aim to take away the fear, I want you to feel safe talking to me and know that you're not being judged. I want to help you raise your self-esteem, control your anger and your anxiety, and deal with many other feelings positively and be happier and more balanced.
My clients tell me how easy I am to talk to, how they feel safe and accepted, they appreciate how I can, with my gentle questioning, allow them to look at their issues from difference perspectives.
If you are looking for help with depression, anxiety and anger issues please email me. I am an experienced integrative therapist who can help you sort through your negative feelings, help you understand why you feel that way, and give you coping strategies and practical tips to help you feel better about yourself. I believe therapy should be as comfortable as possible and aim to take away the fear, I want you to feel safe talking to me and know that you're not being judged. I want to help you raise your self-esteem, control your anger and your anxiety, and deal with many other feelings positively and be happier and more balanced.
01683 260080 View 01683 260080
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Farishta Jalal
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Birmingham B30
In CBT, the therapist and client work together to identify any dysfunctional thoughts or behaviours that are maintaining the problems, and thinking about whether these could be changed.
Hello and welcome to my page. I am Farishta Jalal. I am an accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapist having gained my Postgraduate Diploma in CBT at the University of Derby. I am also a qualified and experienced EMDR Therapist. I have experience of working with adults aged 16+, presenting with a wide range of psychological difficulties. Areas of expertise include: Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, OCD, social anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, Post-natal depression, and workplace stress. I have a particular interest in the area of psychological trauma including childhood sexual abuse, RTA, bullying, domestic violence, one-off traumas and complicated grief.
In CBT, the therapist and client work together to identify any dysfunctional thoughts or behaviours that are maintaining the problems, and thinking about whether these could be changed.
Hello and welcome to my page. I am Farishta Jalal. I am an accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapist having gained my Postgraduate Diploma in CBT at the University of Derby. I am also a qualified and experienced EMDR Therapist. I have experience of working with adults aged 16+, presenting with a wide range of psychological difficulties. Areas of expertise include: Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, OCD, social anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, Post-natal depression, and workplace stress. I have a particular interest in the area of psychological trauma including childhood sexual abuse, RTA, bullying, domestic violence, one-off traumas and complicated grief.
0121 728 6554 View 0121 728 6554
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Dr Atlas Lai Ling Chan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Solihull B90
My mission: to offer a nurturing, holistic therapy experience, deeply connecting and empowering you to navigate life's challenges and reach personal milestones.
Step into a space where healing begins and self-discovery unfolds. I am Atlas, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, accredited by the HCPC, dedicated to guiding you back to emotional well-being. With 15 years of rich experience across healthcare and education sectors, my approach is rooted in a profound understanding of the mind and its complex behaviors. This journey has equipped me with the skills to support a wide array of individuals, emphasizing a compassionate, personalized approach to psychotherapy.
My mission: to offer a nurturing, holistic therapy experience, deeply connecting and empowering you to navigate life's challenges and reach personal milestones.
Step into a space where healing begins and self-discovery unfolds. I am Atlas, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, accredited by the HCPC, dedicated to guiding you back to emotional well-being. With 15 years of rich experience across healthcare and education sectors, my approach is rooted in a profound understanding of the mind and its complex behaviors. This journey has equipped me with the skills to support a wide array of individuals, emphasizing a compassionate, personalized approach to psychotherapy.
01789 339379 View 01789 339379
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Bromsgrove & Redditch Therapy Centre
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Alvechurch B38
Welcome! We are a team of friendly Bromsgrove and Redditch based counsellors who are committed to helping you change your life for the better. Stress, anxiety, CBT, anger, depression, support for children, teenagers and young adults, support for parents, self-harm, grief, relationship problems, domestic abuse, couples and family therapy, eating disorders. Whatever your issue we will provide the support for you to move forward.
Welcome! We are a team of friendly Bromsgrove and Redditch based counsellors who are committed to helping you change your life for the better. Stress, anxiety, CBT, anger, depression, support for children, teenagers and young adults, support for parents, self-harm, grief, relationship problems, domestic abuse, couples and family therapy, eating disorders. Whatever your issue we will provide the support for you to move forward.
01527 361363 View 01527 361363

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Depression Counsellors

What is the goal of therapy for depression?

Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.

What happens in therapy for depression?

Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.

What therapy types help with depression?

Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.

Can therapy for depression be done online?

Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.

How effective is therapy for depression?

Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.