Life is full of ups and downs, and it would be impossible to live a life in which we never experience any pain or sadness. However, there are times when our emotional pain and sadness may take a deeper and much darker turn in the form of depression.
It’s natural to have days where you just hit a slump, but if you start battling grey skies that don’t seem to lift, it might be time to consult with a depression therapist. With the help of a therapist, you can explore potential causes, process unresolved emotions and events, and address your depression effectively.
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What Is Depression?
Everyone feels gloomy or down from time to time. But what if this feeling doesn’t go away? What if you no longer know how to lift your mood, and it starts to interfere with your daily life? In that case, you may be experiencing a depressive disorder.
Each year, about five percent of all adults experience depression, and one in five adults will face it at some point in their lives. So you are certainly not alone.
Depression is a mood disorder that affects your thoughts and emotions. It leads to feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in the world around you. In severe cases, it can also result in suicidal thoughts or even suicide.
Most Common Causes of Depression
Numerous things can cause depression. This includes an undiagnosed disorder or illness, such as bipolar or clinical depression, external circumstances such as a death in the family, trouble in a marriage, job loss, etc., and substance abuse (the latter, which can cause a lot of problems in your life and with the chemicals in your brain).
- Psychological factors: childhood trauma, low self-confidence, or negative thinking patterns.
- Physical factors: genetic predisposition, an imbalance in certain neurotransmitters, or specific (chronic) illnesses.
- Social factors: major life events or prolonged stressful situations.
Anyone Can Get Depressed
Because depression has so many different causes, anyone can develop it. However, statistics show that women between the ages of 25 and 34 are most likely to experience depression. This group includes many women who suffer from postnatal depression after the birth of a child.
In addition to new mothers, young people, family caregivers, and those with chronic illnesses are also at higher risk. People with high-stress jobs may also develop depression alongside burnout.
What Are the Symptoms of Depression?
Depression can be difficult to recognize, especially in yourself. It’s not always clear whether you’re just going through a temporary slump or whether something more serious is happening. You might also attribute your mood to a recent, difficult event, such as losing your job, the end of a relationship, or the death of a loved one.
When should you seek help from a therapist? In general, depression is diagnosed when at least five of the following symptoms are present for more than two weeks:
Psychological Symptoms
- Dejection: you feel gloomy or sad.
- Indifference: you have no interest in, or enjoyment of, activities.
- Restlessness: you feel extremely restless and have trouble sitting still.
- Irritability: you become easily irritated.
- Feelings of guilt or fear of failure: you feel worthless, believe you’re not good at anything, or think you don’t deserve anything positive.
- Concentration problems: you struggle to focus, think slowly, and have difficulty making decisions.
- Worrying: you worry and dwell on problems excessively.
- Suicidal thoughts: you think about death or suicide.
Physical Symptoms
- Eating problems: you eat significantly more or less than usual, leading to weight gain or loss.
- Sleep problems: you have trouble sleeping or sleep more than usual.
- Fatigue: you feel listless and have little energy.
- Reduced libido: you have less or no desire for sex.
Therapists Specialized in Depression:
How Does a Therapist Specialized in Depression Work?
A depression therapist is a mental health professional who focuses on helping individuals address depression and help navigate their way through depression (whether temporary or as a chronic condition).
Your therapist will discuss your specific situation and any potential external factors that may play a role in your depressive state. Depending on this initial assessment, your therapist may create a treatment plan to help guide you through a temporary, situational depression or refer you to a psychiatrist so they can treat you as a team.
Even with a psychiatrist involved, it could still be a temporary depression and not a long-term condition. Treatment can therefore include medication (prescribed by the psychiatrist), talk therapy, EFT, CBT, ACT, and much more.
What Are the Reasons to Choose Online Therapy?
Sessions with our online depression therapists are not limited to specific time zones or office hours, you can make an appointment 24/7. Our online sessions also make it easy to attend sessions from anywhere in the world whenever it suits you best.
We have no waiting lists, require no long-term commitments, and have no subscription fees or hidden charges, at Global Online Therapy, our goal is to provide you with quality assistance when you need it.
✓ No Waiting List, Immediate Help
A depression therapist can help you process unresolved emotions or past traumas, providing much-needed emotional release and relief. Due to this element of unburdening, you may already see some improvements in your mental health after the first session.
✓ Learn Valuable Coping Skills
Throughout your sessions, you will learn coping skills that will prove invaluable in various areas of your life, not just in dealing with your depression. The therapeutic process will also offer profound insights into yourself, making you more self-aware.
Of course, you will also be educated about clinical depression: what it is and how to manage it long-term. Since depression often impacts daily functioning, therapy can lead to a significant improvement in your productivity and the way you handle everyday life.
✓ Mental Support From Anywhere, Anytime
Online therapy sessions make support for depression both accessible and effective. All interactions with our professionals are confidential, and sessions are held via encrypted video calls for added security.
Online sessions make it easy to attend from anywhere in the world and at the times that suit you best (irrespective of time zone). There are no waiting lists, no long-term commitments, subscription fees, or hidden charges. You simply pay per session.
Take the First Step Towards a Better Future
Living with depression can make even simple moments feel heavy and isolating. With the right guidance, it’s possible to shift your perspective, reconnect with what matters, and rediscover joy. As your mood lifts, you may notice stronger relationships, better focus, and a renewed sense of purpose.
At Global Online Therapy, our experienced therapists provide a safe, understanding space where you can explore your feelings and develop strategies that work for you. Take the first step toward a brighter tomorrow.
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FAQ About Depression:
No. Only a psychiatrist can prescribe medication. If medication (whether short-term or long-term) is recommended in your instance, the psychiatrist and therapist will often work as a team to stabilize both the physiological and psychological sides of the depression.
Each case is unique, and therefore, whether you’ll be recommended antidepressants is reliant on your specific situation. As a general rule of thumb, antidepressants are only recommended to those who could really benefit from them (as a short-term or long-term solution).
There is no set time for seeing a depression therapist. Generally, you’ll see your depression therapist as long as the depression symptoms are impacting your life and your general well-being negatively.
As with any mental health challenge or illness, medication doesn’t automatically form part of treatment and is dependent on a specific individual and their circumstances.
If medication is suggested as part of your treatment plan (whether short-term or long-term), only a psychiatrist will be able to legally prescribe medication to you. Luckily, Global Online Therapy’s diverse team includes psychiatrists for easy and trusted referral.
Absolutely not. We can all go through phases of depression in our lives, such as when we grieve the loss of a loved one. There are also other mental health conditions where stages of depression can occur, such as bipolar disorder. Therapy can help with both short-term and situational depression as well as managing a long-term condition.
The general rule of thumb is that you should reach out to a professional if your depression is a constant presence throughout the day and lasts for more than 2 weeks. However, if your depression is impacting your daily functioning negatively, you should reach out to a professional, irrespective of how much time has passed.