Depression is often a response to having experienced profound psychological pain. It is a way for us to retreat or numb ourselves from the overwhelming emotions of such stressful circumstances. It acts as a protective shield in a way. In therapy, we will work towards addressing the underlying sources that are contributing to feelings of deep sadness. This can be a difficult task and as such it can be helpful to include strategies alongside our reflective work which may include CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, and Behavioural Activation. Book a free 15-minute consultation with me to see if I’m the right fit for you.
At Reflection Centre, we understand that depression can feel overwhelming and isolating, affecting every aspect of an individual's life. Our team provides personalized therapy services tailored to each client's unique needs and experiences. We use evidence-based techniques and modalities to help clients explore the root causes of their depression, identify negative patterns of thinking and behavior, and develop new coping strategies to manage symptoms. Our goal is to empower clients to gain a better understanding of themselves, their experiences, and their emotions, helping them to find meaning and purpose in their lives. Whether you're struggling with a recent depressive episode or have been living with depression for a long time, our team is here to help.
Are you struggling with motivation, low mood, feeling tired, or not enjoying the things you used to? You may find that you're isolating yourself, or that it's been awhile since you had fun. Depression is a vicious cycle, but you don't have to deal with it alone. The therapists at Grounded Minds have years of training and experience supporting individuals with depression. Whether you're looking for compassionate support or evidence-based skills to improve your mood, we will work with you to help you feel like yourself again. Please reach out to schedule a therapy session or free fifteen minute consultation call.
In addressing depression, I primarily utilize expressive arts therapy, grounded in the principle that expression is the antithesis of depression. This approach recognizes that expanding one's capacity for creative play can significantly broaden the spectrum of emotional experience in daily life.
Our therapeutic process focuses on:
Engaging in various artistic modalities to externalize and process emotions
Exploring the transformative power of creative expression
Expanding the range of play to counteract depressive states
Translating creative experiences into daily life practices
Through guided artistic exploration, we work to unlock suppressed emotions, challenge negative thought patterns, and cultivate new perspectives. This process aims to reignite a sense of vitality and possibility that depression often obscures.
The goal is to empower clients to develop a more expansive emotional vocabulary and a broader repertoire of coping strategies. By fostering creativity and playfulness, we seek to infuse daily life with greater meaning, joy, and resilience, ultimately supporting long-term emotional well-being.
When it comes to depression, I believe that small change leads to bigger change. In my work with clients who experience feelings of depression, I take a more concrete, solution-focused approach and aid clients in taking small steps towards a greater goal, all while soliciting strengths and resources and moving at the client’s pace. In doing so, my hope is to help clients see how capable they are and transfer this knowledge into other domains of their lives. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to ensure we are a good fit.
Are feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or exhaustion weighing you down? I’m Simona Ilieva, a Registered Psychotherapist specializing in depression therapy. Together, we’ll explore the underlying causes of your depression and work to develop strategies that empower you to regain a sense of hope and purpose. Whether you're dealing with chronic depression or a recent emotional struggle, I’m here to support you. You don’t have to face this alone, healing is possible. With the right support, you can reclaim joy and start building a brighter, more fulfilling future. Let’s take that first step together. Book a free consultation today.
My approach to depression centres on understanding its unique impact on you, employing mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral techniques to light the path towards hope and renewal. I draw on narrative therapy to help you reshape your story, finding meaning and strength in experiences, and moving forward with a renewed sense of purpose. I provide a compassionate space to explore and transform feelings of despair and I help you navigate the fog of sadness, employing a combination of therapeutic techniques to reignite your inner spark and engage fully with life.
Depression is a state of collapse for many and it doesn't have to stay that way. Explored trauma processing, establishing emotion regulation along with addressing the the effect of genetic markers can be a game changer in clients experience dealing with these mood disorders.
Registered Social Worker, MA, RSW & Psychotherapist
I teach my clients how to recognize and loosen the grip of their ego patterns, negative core beliefs and limited thinking patterns which frees them to discover their true essence and limitless potential.
Do you feel sad or low, and spirit seems to be dimming? Does everything seem less meaningful, and you find it difficult to enjoy life? Now is the time that you seek professional help. I help my clients with developing positive attitude towards life through minor changes in thoughts and behavior patterns. Contact me today and allow me to introduce you to your best self and design a happier repertoire.