Conditions we treat

Depression

Low mood that lingers is not weakness or something to push through alone. It responds well to care.

What is depression?

Depression is a persistent low mood or loss of interest that lasts for weeks or longer and affects how you feel, think and function. It is a medical condition, not a personal failing, and effective help is available.

Signs to look for

Persistent sadness or emptiness

Loss of interest in things you enjoyed

Fatigue and low energy

Changes in sleep or appetite

Difficulty concentrating or deciding

Feelings of guilt or worthlessness

When to seek help

Consider reaching out if low mood has lasted more than two weeks, if it is affecting your work, relationships or self-care, or if you feel hopeless. If you ever have thoughts of harming yourself, please treat it as urgent and contact emergency services.

You do not have to wait until it is unbearable.

Reaching out early usually makes things easier, not harder. A first conversation is simply a chance to understand your options, with no pressure.

How we help

Understand

We start with a thorough, judgment-free assessment of your history and symptoms to understand your experience of depression.

Diagnose clearly

An accurate, evidence-based evaluation so you finally have clarity on what is happening and why.

Plan together

A personalized plan built around your goals and your life, blending therapy-informed support and, when appropriate, medication review.

Walk with you

Ongoing, confidential check-ins to adjust the plan as you progress, so you are never doing this alone.

Frequently asked questions

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