Depression counselling in Burnaby
Depression counselling in BC
Starting counselling for depression is similar to driving. For example, you may struggle to get your car into a garage as you may not have a trusted mechanic or a garage near you. Similarly, you may not have a trusted counsellor yet and may be hesitant to start. In counselling, I create a safe space and ensure you feel heard, validated, and supported. In counselling, we unpack your depression and how it impacts you. We discuss your coping mechanisms, and I share tools and strategies to cope when your depression comes to the surface. Some sessions may involve driving in difficult terrain as you share upsetting and painful experiences. But you are not alone; we process these experiences as we move forward together. You can pull over, slow down, or change lanes anytime. You gain new insight and understanding, which creates new experiences and awareness. Driving home after your counselling session, you feel validated, supported, reassured, and more resilient. ou also feel more connected with your authentic self.
I am a registered clinical counsellor (#19428) dedicated to supporting individuals who experience depression.
We work together to explore how your depression impacts your life. This happens in a safe, non-judgmental, and private space in Burnaby and online. Some individuals struggle with getting outside, engaging in activities, and socialising with their friends as a result of their depression. Others struggle to get out of bed, shower, eat, and organise their room.
At Ease Counseling in Burnaby, I offer individual, in-person, and online depression counselling for adults and youth. I work with you to help you achieve your goals and improve your mental health.
As your counsellor, I ensure you feel seen, heard, validated, and accepted. Starting your healing journey takes courage, and I am here to support you every step of the way.
Understanding depression
Someone who struggles with depression looks like you and me. It may be difficult to determine who may be experiencing depression based on their physical or external
appearance. Your friends and family members may not be aware that you experience depression. You may feel uncomfortable or embarrassed to discuss your depression with them.
At Ease Counselling in Burnaby provides a safe space to share and explore how your depression impacts your life.
Depression can impact your life in several ways. For example:
- Depression impacts your interactions with your family members.
- Depression impacts your view of self and your relationship with yourself.
- Depression influences which social activities you engage in.
- Depression hinders your ability to leave your house in fall and winter.
Symptoms of depression
Individuals may struggle to cope when their depression comes to the surface. Some examples of this include:
- You struggle to sleep or find yourself struggling to get out of bed.
- You struggle with low mood and feel sad and disconnected.
- You worry about the worst-case scenarios and things going wrong.
- You may struggle to find activities you find enjoyable.
- You may struggle with thoughts about ending your life.
Benefits of depression counselling
- Connection
Depression counselling in Burnaby focuses on the connection between your thoughts, feelings, body sensations, and behaviour. We also focus on your childhood trauma and your present struggles or places where you feel stuck. When your depression comes to the surface, for example, you may struggle to leave the house, look after yourself, and socialise with friends or family. Moreover, we may unpack your connection with yourself and others. You may not feel connected to loved ones, and this may add to your depression. When you feel depressed, you may also struggle with negative self-talk, low mood, and energy.
- Explore
Depression counselling in Burnaby explores how your depression impacts your life. We explore how it impacts your thoughts, feelings, view of self, and relationship with others. We also identify triggers and how you react or respond when triggered. We focus on negative core beliefs, their origin, and how they impact your life. Individuals who struggle with depression sometimes hesitate to reach out as they fear being a burden or too much. You are more than your depression; your depression does not define you. I support you in overcoming your fears, challenging negative core beliefs, and strengthening your relationship with yourself.
- Heal
Depression counselling in Burnaby works with you to heal from experiences that result in you feeling depressed. You may have coping mechanisms, but these may no longer be effective. I share tools and strategies that help you cope and process your depression. Some of your depression may stem from your childhood and unresolved issues. In these cases, some of our work together may include healing your inner child and understanding how your unresolved issues impact you as an adult. Finally, we focus on learning and developing self-kindness, self-compassion, and self-love.
Why choose At Ease Counselling?
- Client-driven approach
At Ease Counselling sessions focus on meeting you where you are and working at your pace alongside you with compassion, kindness, and curiosity in Burnaby and online.
- Evidence-based modalities
At Ease Counselling services, I incorporate evidence-based modalities in every session. I am trained in various evidence-based modalities, including Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Each of these modalities equips me to support your unique needs, and we work together to achieve your counselling goals.
- Anti-oppressive practice
At Ease Counselling understands the impact of inequality and oppression when supporting you in a safe, non-judgmental, inclusive space in Burnaby and online. People from all ethnic backgrounds, genders, and sexual orientations, including 2SLGBTQI+, are welcome.
