Depression Counselling Adelaide | Depression counsellors Adelaide

Depression Counselling

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The word "depression" is often used to describe the feelings of sadness which all of us experience at some stage of our lives. It is also a term used to describe a form of mental illness called clinical depression.

When faced with stress, such as the loss of a loved one, relationship breakdown or great disappointment or frustration, most people will feel unhappy or sad. These reactions are not regarded as clinical depression, but are a part of everyday life.

The term ‘clinical depression’ describes not just one illness but a group of illnesses characterised by excessive or long-term depressed mood which affects the person’s life. Clinical depression is often accompanied by feelings of:

Depressed mood for most of the day or more days than not
Poor appetite or overeating
Too much or not enough sleep
Low energy and fatigue
Low self-esteem
Poor concentration or difficulty making decisions
Feelings of hopelessness
Recurrent anger outbursts
Decreased interest in usual activities
A sense of being overwhelmed or out of control
Sad or down in the dumps

If you are experiencing some or all of these symptoms counselling can provide you with a safe, supportive and confidential environment to explore your thoughts and feelings. Tools are provided to assist you understand and work through these feelings and provide confidence for a future without depression.