Psychological Help for Depression
Depression is a serious mental health issue where sadness, low moods or a sense of ’emptiness’ can last weeks, months and sometimes years.
Unfortunately many people who are suffering depression go undiagnosed and untreated. Our psychologists are skilled in being able to identify symptoms, and can provide professional psychological treatment.
There is no single cause for depression. In some individuals, stress such as the loss of a job, unemployment, physical health issues, family problems, the death of a loved one, or the end of a relationship might trigger depression. For other people, there is no obvious cause.
What Are The Symptoms?
- Sense of sadness or emptiness
- Low mood for most of the day, nearly every day
- Loss of interest in almost all activities, even activities usually enjoyed
- Thoughts of self harm or suicide
- Thoughts of uselessness, worthlessness, hopelessness or inappropriate guilt
- Lack of energy
- Marked increase or decrease in appetite and associated weight loss or weight gain
- Severe changes in sleep
- Decreased motivation
- Difficulty making decisions
Treating Depression
Depression is treatable, and evidence-based psychological therapy can help many people feel better and reconnect with the things that matter to them. At RWPsychology, our psychologists often use a combination of evidence-based approaches to help identify and address factors that might be contributing to your symptoms of depression.
Our Psychologists usually see patients individually, but can also include family members to support treatment where appropriate.
If you or a loved one are in crisis, and need to talk to someone urgently, please call the Mental Health Accessline on 1800 011 511 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.
If you or someone you know is in danger or at risk of harm to themselves or someone else, please head to your nearest emergency department or contact 000 for urgent mental health assistance.
Book an Appointment in Milperra, Oran Park or Narellan
RWPsychology provides depression support across three South West Sydney locations: Milperra, Oran Park and Narellan. Telehealth appointments are also available for patients across NSW. Medicare rebates, NDIS and Workcover may apply. To book an appointment, call us on (02) 7907 3964 or book online today.
