Depression

21 Sep

What is Depression?

If you are experiencing feelings of sadness, fear, hopelessness, fatigue, worry, changes in appetite and a loss of interest in the activities that you enjoy, then, as a fully qualified counsellor, I can offer strategies to identify the triggers that could be impacting your negative thought patterns. Understanding you are not broken; you are simply stuck. Counselling can provide a multitude of strategies to individuals grappling with depression. In this supportive environment, clients can acquire valuable skills to tackle the root causes of their depression.

Support for Depression

Consulting a professional counsellor is an effective approach to handling depression and enhancing one's overall well-being. Through evidence-based techniques tailored to each individual's unique needs, I assess the underlying factors contributing to depression. My role involves assisting clients in the formulation of improved coping mechanisms while helping them identify triggers that may be influencing negative thought patterns.

Debra Sumner

My name is Debra, my goal is to help clients resolve their personal and relationship concerns using a fully integrated, natural therapy approach enabling clients to apply their personal strengths and values to their situation. I am a fully qualified Counsellor having completed a Bachelor of Counselling and registered with the Australian Counselling Association. I am also an Accredited Mental Health First Aider and have worked extensively in mentoring programs.

I believe in working with empathy and sensitivity to provide a safe and supportive environment for my clients. I utilise a range of approaches including Mindfulness, Solution Focused, Personal Centred, Narrative and Cognitive Behavioural therapies tailored to suit the client’s individual needs, assisting them to reach their personal goals and potential.

I offer affordable online sessions which apply a mindful approach enabling clients to work through their issues by identifying their strengths and acknowledging their life experiences to help them regain a more fulfilling lifestyle resulting in stronger relationships. The online sessions are undertaken in the comfort of the client’s own surroundings.

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