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How depression feels 

Not everyone with depression shares the same symptoms. You may feel sad most days, and perhaps have little interest in things you used to like doing. Other symptoms can include:

  • Having low self esteem
  • Feeling guilty
  • Feeling anxious
  • Feeling irritable
  • Having no energy
  • Losing interest in sex
  • Having difficulty sleeping
  • Not wanting to socialise
According to the World Health Organisation depression is the
biggest cause of disability globally.

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Can depression go away on its own?

The symptoms of depression can improve without treatment. This may depend on the type of depression and how severe it is. Mild depression may have less intense symptoms, and it may also last for a shorter time than moderate or severe depression. But it’s crucial to remember that depression may worsen if left untreated.

Therapy  is a powerful tool in the fight against depression. It can empower you to learn new ways of thinking and behaving, and manage habits that may contribute to your low mood, giving you a sense of control over your well-being.

Therapists who specialise in depression

Free Consultation

Adults’, Children and Young People’s therapy

Scotland

Warm, friendly and down-to-earth. Skilled at empowering children, teens and adults experiencing a range of issues, from depression and anxiety to bereavement, self-harm and bullying, to achieve positive change.

Free Consultation

Adults’ and Young Peoples’ therapy

Cornwall

A zero-cost 15-minute consultation, where you can discuss what brings you to counselling and see if I am best placed to support you

Telephone

Adult’s therapy

Manchester

Person-centred counsellor using CBT, life coaching and trauma-informed approaches. Helps clients work through a range of issues from anxiety and addiction, to domestic abuse and LGBTQ+ or sexual orientation related challenges. Fluent in Italian.

Online

Adult’s therapy

Manchester

Person-centred counsellor using CBT, life coaching and trauma-informed approaches. Helps clients work through a range of issues from anxiety and addiction, to domestic abuse and LGBTQ+ or sexual orientation related challenges. Fluent in Italian.

Free Consultation

Adult’s therapy

Manchester

Person-centred counsellor using CBT, life coaching and trauma-informed approaches. Helps clients work through a range of issues from anxiety and addiction, to domestic abuse and LGBTQ+ or sexual orientation related challenges. Fluent in Italian.