Depression is a complex emotional struggle that affects millions—if not you, then someone you know, making it one of the most frequent reasons people seek counseling. Unlike fleeting sadness or temporary low moods, depression is a persistent state of heaviness, low energy, and emotional numbness. The things that once brought joy may feel unsatisfying or unimportant. Such despair negatively distorts one’s thoughts about themselves and the world.

For those living with depression, the experience can include a range of symptoms, such as irregularities in sleep and appetite, struggles with focus and decision-making, and feelings of guilt, shame, hopelessness, helplessness, and worthlessness. For some, it extends to thoughts of escape or suicide, a private wish to end the overwhelming pain. Each person's experience is unique, yet the common thread is loss of meaning and the sense of disconnection—from themselves and others.

Depression doesn’t arise from a single source; it often reflects the interplay of our biology, environment, personal history, and our patterns of thought and behavior. Some people feel they have no right to be depressed, believing their struggles aren’t “serious enough” or that they should simply will themselves to feel better. Others carry the weight of trauma, tracing their depression back to pain and loss from as far back as they can remember. In both cases, something about your way of being has become unbearable, and depression is the natural  and painfully correct response from the body.

Depression is not a personal failing but a deeply complex and human struggle. Together, we will explore the origins and impact of your depression, uncovering the layers of meaning surrounding why your body has adapted in this way. Our collaboration will not only focus on alleviating your pain but on helping you rediscover authenticity and purpose.