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Depression

When everything feels dull or distant, therapy helps you find your way back to yourself, to meaning, and to hope. You're not broken, you're body is tired of survival mode.

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Why you might be here

When Everything Feels Heavy and Hard to Name

Depression can look like exhaustion, numbness, or a heaviness that’s difficult to put into words.  These feelings are real, but they’re not all of who you are. Healing begins with being seen, heard, and supported through them.


You might:

  • Feel empty, unmotivated, or detached from life
  • Struggle to get out of bed or complete daily tasks
  • Question your worth or purpose
  • Withdraw from people and things that once mattered
  • Feel trapped in hopeless or self-critical thoughts

You don’t have
to navigate this alone.

It starts with a conversation.

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How therapy at G&G Helps

A Gentle Space to Explore and Begin Again

Therapy offers a compassionate space to explore what lies beneath the heaviness.  There’s no rush. Only steady support as you move toward healing in your own time.


Together, we’ll:

  • Gently unpack the thoughts, emotions, and experiences contributing to your pain
  • Reconnect you with parts of yourself that have gone quiet
  • Identify small, manageable steps toward stability and peace
  • Support you in rediscovering meaning, joy, and connection

The Outcome

Healing in Small Steps Toward Light and Self-Compassion

Healing doesn’t mean fixing everything overnight. It’s about finding moments of light, one at a time, and learning to treat yourself with compassion when things feel dark.


With care and consistency, you’ll begin to:

  • Feel more grounded and emotionally balanced
  • Reconnect with what brings you comfort and joy
  • Build resilience to move through difficult days
  • Experience self-acceptance and a renewed sense of hope
From heaviness to hope
From heaviness to hope
From heaviness to hope
From heaviness to hope
From heaviness to hope
From heaviness to hope
What you might walk away with

Relief from the weight of constant heaviness.

Gentle tools to manage sadness, numbness, and fatigue.

More compassion and patience for yourself.

Small, steady steps toward hope and healing.

A stronger sense of connection to yourself and others.

Greater resilience when hard days return.

Permission to move at your own pace, without pressure.

Guidance from compassionate, trauma-informed clinicians.

The ability to notice and nurture moments of joy again.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is depression therapy?

Depression therapy is counselling that helps people manage sadness, hopelessness, and low mood and motivation. When experiencing depression, counselling can provide tools for resilience, hope, emotional balance, and regaining your sense of self.

Is depression therapy covered by insurance in BC?

Many extended health plans in British Columbia cover sessions with a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Canadian Certified Counsellors (CCC), and Registered Social Workers (RSW). It’s best to confirm directly with your provider. Our Vancouver clinic issues detailed receipts to make the reimbursement process simple and stress-free.

How does therapy help with depression?

Therapists use CBT therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and supportive counselling to challenge negative thoughts, improve self-care, and rebuild daily routines. Our Therapists create a personalized treatment plan which embeds multiple modalities to guide you to happiness and emotional stability.

What symptoms can depression therapy help with?

Depression therapy helps with sadness, fatigue, guilt, loss of interest, self-criticism, and feelings of hopelessness. In Vancouver and across BC, many of our clients use depression counselling to reconnect with meaning and purpose.

Does therapy for depression really work?

Yes. Research shows therapy is highly effective for people who experience depression, especially CBT, humanistic, and trauma-informed approaches. Clients often report improved mood, better sleep, and increased self-worth when working with a gather & ground therapist.

What are coping strategies for depression?

Coping strategies for depression include journaling, exercise, mindfulness, routine building, and self-compassion. In therapy at Gather & Ground,our clients practice evidence-based skills for daily resilience and sustained results.

What results can I expect from depression therapy?

Our clients experiencing depression often report improved mood, greater energy, more motivation, and increased confidence in their ability to manage challenges. With the support from a therapist skills are integrated into daily life.

Can depression therapy help with suicidal thoughts?

Yes. Depression therapy provides a safe space to process painful thoughts and build support systems to cope with suicidal ideation. If you are in crisis, immediate help is available through crisis lines and emergency services in BC.

Is depression therapy available in Vancouver and across BC?

Yes. Our Vancouver counselling clinic provides online sessions across British Columbia, including smaller or remote communities. This allows for evidence based and professional depression support for anyone in need.

How do I find a depression therapist in Vancouver or BC?

To find an Vancouver depression counsellor you can look for a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Psychologist, or Social Worker trained in evidence-based depression treatments. Our Vancouver counselling practice specializes in this support!

How many therapy sessions for depression are usually needed?

Some of our clients feel relief after 8–12 sessions, while others benefit from longer-term therapy for ongoing support and relapse prevention in low mood and hopelessness.

Have questions before taking the leap?

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If you have any questions for us prior to booking an appointment or being matched with a therapist, please fill out this contact form and our clinic concierge will get back to you during business hours (Monday- Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm PST).

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