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Therapy Services for Depression Across Canada
All of our therapists offer virtual sessions. Our therapist, Ariette Hung​ also offers in-person in Downtown Toronto- Old Toronto area)
Recongnizing the Signs
Signs You May Benefit From Depression Therapy
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Feeling overwhelmed by depression and ready to reclaim your life?
Depression often brings a profound sense of darkness, isolating you and making the world seem distant and bleak. However, there is hope and support available.
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Recognizing when to seek therapy for depression is crucial, especially if you're experiencing symptoms such as:
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Persistent feelings of sadness or emptiness
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Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed
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Significant changes in weight or appetite (either weight loss or gain)
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Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much
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Fatigue or loss of energy
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Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt
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Difficulty concentrating, making decisions, or remembering things
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Thoughts of death or suicide, or suicide attempts
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Irritability or restlessness
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Physical symptoms like headaches or digestive issues without a clear cause
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If you're in Ontario and any of these signs resonate with you, Blissful Balance Counselling is here to offer support and guidance. Understanding these signs and reaching out for help can be the first step toward managing your symptoms and improving your quality of life.
Prevalence of Depression
Depression can impact anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background, and is often characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, loss of interest in activities, and difficulty in daily functioning. Despite its prevalence, depression remains underdiagnosed and undertreated, highlighting the need for increased awareness and access to mental health resources.
Impact of Depression
Symptoms of depression such as hopelessness, lack of motivation and action, social isolation and low-self esteem can have detremental impacts on relationships, job success, personal development and overall quality of life.
Depression Misconceptions
Depression is often misunderstood, one widespread myth is that depression is simply a result of personal weakness or a lack of willpower, whereas it is actually a complex mental health condition influenced by a combination of genetic, biochemical, and environmental factors.
DEPRESSION COUNSELLING SERVICES
Benefits of Depression Treatment
Discover the transformative benefits of depression treatment with Blissful Balance Counselling. Each aspect of our approach is designed to not only alleviate symptoms but also to empower you towards a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Enhanced Coping Strategies
Our approach teaches effective coping strategies for managing depressive symptoms, including building skills to manage stress and emotional challenges effectively, behavioural activation (counteracting the inactivity and withdrawal with steps towards action), mindfulness, self-care tools and more.​
Improved Quality of Life
Through therapy, individuals can explore their thoughts and feelings, uncover patterns contributing to their depression, and learn practical strategies to cope with symptoms. This process not only helps in alleviating emotional pain but also enhances overall functioning, enabling individuals to engage more fully in their personal and professional lives.
Increased Self-Understanding
Therapy explores how past experiences and unconscious processes affect current behavior and emotions. Understanding these dynamics can help individuals gain insight into their depression and work through unresolved issues.​
A Supportive Therapeutic Relationship
A supportive therapeutic relationship is crucial for those with depression as it provides a safe and validating space where individuals feel heard and understood. Through empathy and encouragement, a supportive therapist helps individuals feel less isolated and more motivated to engage in treatment.
Customized Therapeutic Techniques
Our Personalized Approach to Anxiety Counselling
At Blissful Balance Counselling, we are dedicated to helping individuals manage and overcome depression through a comprehensive and compassionate approach. Our experienced therapists provide personalized care, utilizing a wide range of evidence-based modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to challenge negative thought patterns, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to build emotional regulation skills, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to foster resilience and a values-driven life. Additionally, we incorporate mindfulness techniques for symptom management, somatic approaches to address physical manifestations of depression, and narrative therapy to help clients reframe their experiences. We support clients with stress reduction, lifestyle adjustments, and psychoeducation to address the broader impact of depression on daily life. By working closely with each individual, we aim to create a tailored treatment plan that meets their unique needs, helping them gain insight, develop effective coping strategies, and build resilience for a healthier and more fulfilling life.
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Our Fees:
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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying): $180
Registered Psychotherapist & Social Worker (Individuals & Couples): $200
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(no HST is charged)
Check with your provider to see if services by Registered Psychotherapists are covered. Reduced fees are available for clients without insurance. Please discuss this with your therapist.
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