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GRO Psychology

Depression & Low Mood

Depression Therapy in Edmonton

Depression can flatten everything, energy, motivation, and the sense that things could be different. Garrett offers a warm, non-judgmental space to understand what's weighing you down and find your way back to feeling.

A person taking a quiet, reflective moment during depression therapy in Alberta

Depression often feels like

  • Low energy, or everything taking enormous effort
  • Losing interest in things you used to enjoy
  • Harsh self-criticism or a heavy sense of worthlessness
  • Sleeping or eating too much, or too little
  • Feeling stuck, numb, or quietly hopeless

Approaches used

CBTBehavioural ActivationEmotion-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsMindfulness

More than 'just think positive'

Depression isn't a mindset you can will your way out of. It's often the result of unmet needs, unprocessed grief or trauma, chronic stress, and patterns of self-criticism that have built up over time.

Garrett helps you gently untangle what's contributing to your depression, while building momentum through small, achievable steps. The work is collaborative and paced to your energy, never another thing to fail at.

An integrative, compassionate approach

Therapy may draw on CBT and behavioural activation to interrupt the cycle, Emotion-Focused and Internal Family Systems work to meet the parts of you that are hurting, and EMDR where past experiences are keeping you stuck. The emphasis throughout is on self-compassion and your inherent capacity for change.

FAQ

Questions, answered

Still wondering about something? A free 15-minute consult is the easiest way to get your questions answered.

  • Yes, psychotherapy is a well-established, evidence-based treatment for depression, both on its own and alongside medication. The right approach depends on what's driving your low mood.

  • We start small and meet you where you are. Early sessions focus on relief and gentle momentum, not overhauling your whole life at once.

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Free 15-minute consult

Take the first step, it's just a conversation.

Book a free, no-pressure 15-minute consultation to see if working together feels right.