Persistent sadness or emptiness
A heaviness that doesn’t lift, even on good days.
You are not alone,
and we can help.
We take a holistic approach to depression and work at your pace to help you reach your goals. Even with a genetic predisposition or painful experiences behind it, there are practical things that can help you feel better.
- Holistic and practical
- CBT and neurofeedback
- Works at your pace
What depression can feel like.
Depression can be driven by genetics, biochemistry, trauma, environment, family of origin, relationships, and lifestyle. It often shows up as:
Loss of interest
Things you used to enjoy no longer feel worth the effort.
Fatigue
Low energy, poor sleep, and difficulty getting started.
Harsh self-talk
Unhelpful thoughts and distorted views of yourself and the world.
A plan tailored to you.
Working with a therapist, you build a support plan for your needs and personality.
Explore what’s contributing
We look at the factors behind your depression, from stressors and history to relationships and lifestyle.
Build coping skills
Connecting with others, exercise, healthy eating, and other practical steps that reduce symptoms.
Challenge unhelpful thinking
CBT and other approaches help you recognize distorted perceptions that feed low mood.
If you stay stuck, we can help you decide whether a referral to a psychiatrist for medication is warranted.
What the work looks like.
A comprehensive intake
Your stressors, history, medications, and symptoms.
Evidence-based therapy
CBT, psychodynamic, Gestalt, and existential approaches.
Neurofeedback
Brain training that supports mood regulation.
Daily-life support
Small, realistic steps that build momentum.
Questions about depression treatment.
Not necessarily. Many people improve with therapy and lifestyle changes. If you stay stuck, we can help you consider a psychiatric referral.
Neurofeedback can support mood regulation alongside talk therapy. Learn more on our neurofeedback page.
We are not an emergency service. Call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, free and available 24/7. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
Take one small step today.
A free consultation is an easy, no-pressure place to start.
Emily Brown, Client Care CoordinatorSchedule a consultation with Emily to be matched with the right therapist or coach for your needs and your timeframe.Individuals · In person in Los Gatos and by telehealth