Depression Counselling in Rostrevor
Whether you present with depression, anxiety, grief, low self-worth, anger issues or emotional blocks, I aim to facilitate your process.
With over two decades helping clients overcome life's challenges, I have cultivated compassion and wisdom through time. My career within a transpersonal frame has focused on creating a safe space for those seeking support, using action methods and expressive therapies to facilitate insight, empowerment and healing. I specialize in psychodrama, and incorporate techniques including therapeutic sandtrays containing symbolic figurines and objects for nonverbal exploration; hypnotherapy accessing the subconscious mind's powerful resources; and regression accessing the subconscious; and art providing creative self-expression.
Whether you present with depression, anxiety, grief, low self-worth, anger issues or emotional blocks, I aim to facilitate your process.
With over two decades helping clients overcome life's challenges, I have cultivated compassion and wisdom through time. My career within a transpersonal frame has focused on creating a safe space for those seeking support, using action methods and expressive therapies to facilitate insight, empowerment and healing. I specialize in psychodrama, and incorporate techniques including therapeutic sandtrays containing symbolic figurines and objects for nonverbal exploration; hypnotherapy accessing the subconscious mind's powerful resources; and regression accessing the subconscious; and art providing creative self-expression.
These aspects have enabled me to work with anxiety and depression along with other generic presentations.
These areas outlined above, resulted in a change of approaches used, to include other valuable pieces of research which have informed my intervention style, through availing of different approaches such as Person Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Gestalt Therapy, along with other modalities.
These aspects have enabled me to work with anxiety and depression along with other generic presentations.
These areas outlined above, resulted in a change of approaches used, to include other valuable pieces of research which have informed my intervention style, through availing of different approaches such as Person Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Gestalt Therapy, along with other modalities.
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Do you feel like you are carrying the weight of the world on your own? You might be the person everyone relies on, but inside, you feel exhausted, anxious, or running on empty. It’s hard to admit you are struggling when you are used to being the one who "just gets on with it."
Perhaps you lie awake at night overthinking, or feel a constant sense of dread. You might also notice you are turning to alcohol, gambling, or other habits to numb the stress, and worry these mechanisms are taking control. You want to feel calm again and regain control over your life, but you don't know how to stop the cycle
Do you feel like you are carrying the weight of the world on your own? You might be the person everyone relies on, but inside, you feel exhausted, anxious, or running on empty. It’s hard to admit you are struggling when you are used to being the one who "just gets on with it."
Perhaps you lie awake at night overthinking, or feel a constant sense of dread. You might also notice you are turning to alcohol, gambling, or other habits to numb the stress, and worry these mechanisms are taking control. You want to feel calm again and regain control over your life, but you don't know how to stop the cycle
Hi! I’m Gillian.
The focus of my work is to create an environment that feels safe for you to explore whatever has brought you to counselling. I don’t believe anyone will know you better than you know yourself, and my role as your counsellor is to walk beside you on your personal journey. Together, we can build a space for you to develop new coping skills, learn more about yourself and speak openly about what you have experienced.
Hi! I’m Gillian.
The focus of my work is to create an environment that feels safe for you to explore whatever has brought you to counselling. I don’t believe anyone will know you better than you know yourself, and my role as your counsellor is to walk beside you on your personal journey. Together, we can build a space for you to develop new coping skills, learn more about yourself and speak openly about what you have experienced.
How do you feel right now? Can you put a word to that feeling? Feelings can often go unchecked and we don't notice until we feel overwhelmed. In modern life we are constantly bombarded with information and feel pressure to make decisions. We anxiously think about the future and regretfully think of the past. Unable to find peace in the now. A therapist can act as a companion who can help you explore your feelings in a safe environment. Help you learn more about yourself. We all have aspects of our personality that we keep hidden from others and even ourselves. Together we can explore these aspects.
How do you feel right now? Can you put a word to that feeling? Feelings can often go unchecked and we don't notice until we feel overwhelmed. In modern life we are constantly bombarded with information and feel pressure to make decisions. We anxiously think about the future and regretfully think of the past. Unable to find peace in the now. A therapist can act as a companion who can help you explore your feelings in a safe environment. Help you learn more about yourself. We all have aspects of our personality that we keep hidden from others and even ourselves. Together we can explore these aspects.
I offer counselling services for couples and individuals including marriage counselling, and relationship issues in families. I also offer individual counselling for depression & anxiety, bereavement & anger management, stress at work, low self esteem, loss of purpose in life and living with illness. I work with my clients to find the best solution to suit their individual needs. As a professional member of The National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), I work within their ethical framework.
I offer counselling services for couples and individuals including marriage counselling, and relationship issues in families. I also offer individual counselling for depression & anxiety, bereavement & anger management, stress at work, low self esteem, loss of purpose in life and living with illness. I work with my clients to find the best solution to suit their individual needs. As a professional member of The National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), I work within their ethical framework.
Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, life transitions, loss, or simply looking for a space to reflect and grow, I am here to listen and assist you on your journey.
With over ten years of experience as a therapist, I specialise in providing private, psychotherapeutic counselling. My approach is grounded in the belief that therapy is most effective when built on a trusting, long-term relationship. I offer an initial six-week assessment period to ensure that psychodynamic therapy is the right fit for you.
Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, life transitions, loss, or simply looking for a space to reflect and grow, I am here to listen and assist you on your journey.
With over ten years of experience as a therapist, I specialise in providing private, psychotherapeutic counselling. My approach is grounded in the belief that therapy is most effective when built on a trusting, long-term relationship. I offer an initial six-week assessment period to ensure that psychodynamic therapy is the right fit for you.
I am here to support you with what feels most pressing in your life and current circumstances. Perhaps you are facing relationship challenges, or struggling with painful past experiences. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed and anxious in your daily life. I have experience of working with a wide range of issues like these since I began seeing clients in 2014. I've witnessed the incredible healing and growth that can happen when someone is met with empathy and acceptance in counselling. A safe, non-judgmental space can make all the difference.
I am here to support you with what feels most pressing in your life and current circumstances. Perhaps you are facing relationship challenges, or struggling with painful past experiences. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed and anxious in your daily life. I have experience of working with a wide range of issues like these since I began seeing clients in 2014. I've witnessed the incredible healing and growth that can happen when someone is met with empathy and acceptance in counselling. A safe, non-judgmental space can make all the difference.
Here to help stress, anxieties, or hopelessness, whether big or small. You CAN heal, thrive, and love life again! Set in a lovely indoors-outdoors setting to calm, and help you feel at ease - its so important! We all need a little help whether for long term issues, short term crisis, life coaching, or self discovery. Don't hesitate to enquire - all are valued and welcomed. (I am professionally qualified, licensed and accredited, having worked in both public, private, and voluntary caring fields) First time full TRY OUT session available at £35 to help you decide if therapy is for you, including proven relaxation techniques.
Here to help stress, anxieties, or hopelessness, whether big or small. You CAN heal, thrive, and love life again! Set in a lovely indoors-outdoors setting to calm, and help you feel at ease - its so important! We all need a little help whether for long term issues, short term crisis, life coaching, or self discovery. Don't hesitate to enquire - all are valued and welcomed. (I am professionally qualified, licensed and accredited, having worked in both public, private, and voluntary caring fields) First time full TRY OUT session available at £35 to help you decide if therapy is for you, including proven relaxation techniques.
Are you experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depression or unresolved issues from the past or relational difficulties?
You may be wondering how can I help? I can help you achieve the peaceful mental life you desire and transform your relationship/s to become more loving and meaningful. Together, we can treat the deep roots of your current relational, cognitive and emotional struggles.
Are you experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depression or unresolved issues from the past or relational difficulties?
You may be wondering how can I help? I can help you achieve the peaceful mental life you desire and transform your relationship/s to become more loving and meaningful. Together, we can treat the deep roots of your current relational, cognitive and emotional struggles.
I work with adults who experience a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, stress & burnout, OCD, emotional regulation difficulties and interpersonal difficulties.
Having completed a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, I am trained in various evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), EMDR & Systemic Therapy. Following assessment, therapy is individually tailored to fit clients needs and often integrates Compassion Focused (CFT) or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I work with adults who experience a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, stress & burnout, OCD, emotional regulation difficulties and interpersonal difficulties.
Having completed a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, I am trained in various evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), EMDR & Systemic Therapy. Following assessment, therapy is individually tailored to fit clients needs and often integrates Compassion Focused (CFT) or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
This can be very diverse and includes processing past traumas/experiences, addiction issues, suicidal feelings, managing stress and anxiety, working with low mood and depression, relationship issues, work and school issues, self-harm, managing feelings and learning to cope.
I am an Integrative therapist working with adults and young people to provide therapy and counselling services. My aim is to give you a safe space to express how you feel, understand your goals for therapy and work together to take steps towards achieving those goals. Through my experience working in different settings such as an Addiction Therapist for Inspire, Staff counsellor at ChildLine, staff therapist in multiple counselling agencies and a private therapist, I am able to work at your pace, provide an approach that is specific to your needs and give a therapy that works for you.
This can be very diverse and includes processing past traumas/experiences, addiction issues, suicidal feelings, managing stress and anxiety, working with low mood and depression, relationship issues, work and school issues, self-harm, managing feelings and learning to cope.
I am an Integrative therapist working with adults and young people to provide therapy and counselling services. My aim is to give you a safe space to express how you feel, understand your goals for therapy and work together to take steps towards achieving those goals. Through my experience working in different settings such as an Addiction Therapist for Inspire, Staff counsellor at ChildLine, staff therapist in multiple counselling agencies and a private therapist, I am able to work at your pace, provide an approach that is specific to your needs and give a therapy that works for you.
Are you struggling in your work or personal life? Are you trying to create new habits but continually fall back into old patterns? Are you feeling overwhelmed with the stresses of daily life? If so, let me help you. I am EMDR trained and specialise in working with Trauma related issues, fears, phobias, anxiety, and stress. I also work with relationship difficulties and have experience working with issues related to menopause. It is a safe space to address your concerns and where you can create positive change, which allows you to live a more meaningful and enjoyable life - the life you were meant to live!
Are you struggling in your work or personal life? Are you trying to create new habits but continually fall back into old patterns? Are you feeling overwhelmed with the stresses of daily life? If so, let me help you. I am EMDR trained and specialise in working with Trauma related issues, fears, phobias, anxiety, and stress. I also work with relationship difficulties and have experience working with issues related to menopause. It is a safe space to address your concerns and where you can create positive change, which allows you to live a more meaningful and enjoyable life - the life you were meant to live!
Through training and experience, I have gained knowledge and skills in working with: anxiety, depression,panic disorder, social anxiety, bereavement,anger, relationship issues, miscarriage, PTSD, OCD, eating disorders,sleep problems, Christian counseling.
As a counsellor, I can provide a safe, reflective space for you to talk about the issues you are struggling with; and support you in finding and developing new ways of coping with your difficulty. I specialise in CBT, however I can be equally effective as an integrative therapist depending on your needs.
Through training and experience, I have gained knowledge and skills in working with: anxiety, depression,panic disorder, social anxiety, bereavement,anger, relationship issues, miscarriage, PTSD, OCD, eating disorders,sleep problems, Christian counseling.
As a counsellor, I can provide a safe, reflective space for you to talk about the issues you are struggling with; and support you in finding and developing new ways of coping with your difficulty. I specialise in CBT, however I can be equally effective as an integrative therapist depending on your needs.
Are you struggling to balance a various life roles with your personal needs? I work with individuals and couples in the UK and internationally who feel disconnected from their purpose. Clients often come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed by expectations, and wrestling with stress or emptiness. Together, we’ll explore the underlying causes of these feelings, move beyond the pressure to "just tough it out," and help you reclaim your authentic narrative. Insight tells us that motivation rarely arrives on its own; it is the act of stepping forward that creates the momentum for change.
Are you struggling to balance a various life roles with your personal needs? I work with individuals and couples in the UK and internationally who feel disconnected from their purpose. Clients often come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed by expectations, and wrestling with stress or emptiness. Together, we’ll explore the underlying causes of these feelings, move beyond the pressure to "just tough it out," and help you reclaim your authentic narrative. Insight tells us that motivation rarely arrives on its own; it is the act of stepping forward that creates the momentum for change.
I work with adults experiencing the effects of trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, addiction, and patterns that no longer serve them.
Therapy can be a freeing process - a space to better understand yourself and gently redirect energy toward caring for yourself in ways that feel authentic. Together, we explore your thoughts and experiences at your pace, while developing practical strategies that support self-respect, self-compassion, and lasting change.
I work with adults experiencing the effects of trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, addiction, and patterns that no longer serve them.
Therapy can be a freeing process - a space to better understand yourself and gently redirect energy toward caring for yourself in ways that feel authentic. Together, we explore your thoughts and experiences at your pace, while developing practical strategies that support self-respect, self-compassion, and lasting change.
We have a limited number of discounted appointments available for mild/moderate depression with trainee therapists
Are you experiencing unhelpful thoughts, or engaging in unhelpful behaviours? Would you like to better understand how these have developed, and how you might change them? Are you motivated to make changes in your life, to help maximise your potential and live life to the full?
We have a limited number of discounted appointments available for mild/moderate depression with trainee therapists
Are you experiencing unhelpful thoughts, or engaging in unhelpful behaviours? Would you like to better understand how these have developed, and how you might change them? Are you motivated to make changes in your life, to help maximise your potential and live life to the full?
I work with people who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, low mood, family problems, and transitioning from childhood to adolescence among other issues.
I am trained in multiple models and theories from CBT to Person-Centred therapy. I have a wealth of experience of working with both adults, young people, and families. I have completed an Advanced Master's Degree in Adolescent Psychotherapy where I work collaboratively with both parents and adolescents.
I work with people who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, low mood, family problems, and transitioning from childhood to adolescence among other issues.
I am trained in multiple models and theories from CBT to Person-Centred therapy. I have a wealth of experience of working with both adults, young people, and families. I have completed an Advanced Master's Degree in Adolescent Psychotherapy where I work collaboratively with both parents and adolescents.
Hi, I'm Dave. I'm a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 11 years experience working in adult mental health for the NHS. During this time, I've helped people with problems such as depression, anxiety, OCD and PTSD. I'm trained in a range of evidence-based techniques such as CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy. Give me a shout if you'd like a free, preliminary chat about how I can help you. Our problems are complicated, but nothing is more powerful than two minds working together.
Hi, I'm Dave. I'm a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 11 years experience working in adult mental health for the NHS. During this time, I've helped people with problems such as depression, anxiety, OCD and PTSD. I'm trained in a range of evidence-based techniques such as CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy. Give me a shout if you'd like a free, preliminary chat about how I can help you. Our problems are complicated, but nothing is more powerful than two minds working together.
Hello and welcome, I see you made the first, very important step. You came to realisation you have a problem and that you need professional support. I can help you to specify, name, give a meaning and assist you in your way to recovery of your mental balance while keeping you on the course you chose.I strongly believe that Clients know themselves the best, therefore are the experts of the “knowledge of themselves”; however sometimes they need support to uncover or unblock the inner resources. I encourage taking responsibility for yourself, “can do” attitude to stimulate your mental healing and growth process.
Hello and welcome, I see you made the first, very important step. You came to realisation you have a problem and that you need professional support. I can help you to specify, name, give a meaning and assist you in your way to recovery of your mental balance while keeping you on the course you chose.I strongly believe that Clients know themselves the best, therefore are the experts of the “knowledge of themselves”; however sometimes they need support to uncover or unblock the inner resources. I encourage taking responsibility for yourself, “can do” attitude to stimulate your mental healing and growth process.
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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.