Depression is more than just feeling sad; it can feel like a constant weight that makes everything harder to handle, from everyday tasks to relationships. If you’re experiencing low mood, loss of interest in activities, or feeling overwhelmed, you might be struggling with depression. This can also impact your relationships, causing emotional distance or difficulty communicating with loved ones.

In counselling for depression, I work with you to explore the root causes of these feelings and develop coping strategies that help you feel more in control. Together, we’ll look at how depression affects how you view yourself and your relationships, and work on ways to improve emotional resilience, boost self-esteem, and rebuild meaningful connections.

Low self-esteem can make you feel disconnected from others and unsure of your place in relationships. You might struggle with self-doubt, feel unworthy of love, or have difficulty setting boundaries. These feelings can hold you back from forming deep connections or expressing your true needs.

In therapy, I focus on helping you understand where these feelings come from and work on building a stronger sense of self-worth. We’ll explore how your past experiences may have shaped your self-image and develop strategies to boost your confidence. Together, we’ll work on improving your self-esteem, so you can feel more secure in yourself and in your relationships.

Your cultural background plays a significant role in how you see yourself, relate to others, and navigate relationships. The expectations placed on you by your culture or community can create internal conflict, especially if they don’t align with your personal needs or desires. You may feel torn between cultural expectations and your authentic self, which can impact your emotional well-being and relationships.

Cultural therapy helps you explore the intersection of culture, identity, and relationships. We’ll work together to understand how your cultural upbringing influences your emotional responses and behaviours. Through this, you’ll gain insights into how culture affects your relationships and how to navigate these influences to create healthier, more fulfilling connections with others.