Depression Counselling in Melbourne That Helps You Feel Like Yourself Again
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Depression Counselling Melbourne: Understanding Depression
Solace Psychology provides depression counselling in Melbourne for adults seeking evidence-based mental health support. Connect with our diverse team to find a registered psychologist in Melbourne best suited to support your mental well-being.
What is Depression?
Most people feel run-down and low from time to time. But for many of us, feeling ‘down’ can be more detrimental to our mental well-being, work/study and relationships.
Depression is a mood disorder and a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. In Australia, it’s estimated that around 45% of people will experience a mental health condition during their lifetime.
It is a serious condition that can significantly impact someone’s mental health, quality of life and daily functioning. In any one year, approximately one million Australian adults experience depression.
Depression is often characterised by persistent low mood, loss of interest, and emotional distress lasting longer than two weeks. It can develop gradually or appear to come on suddenly, without an apparent trigger.
Individuals may experience significant depression, persistent depressive disorder, postpartum depression, or other mood disorders.
Depression can be linked with other mental health conditions such as anxiety, substance abuse or trauma. Support from a trained psychologist is vital for effective depression treatment.
Signs and Symptoms of Depression
What Type of Depression Do I Have?
Major Depressive Disorder
Symptoms can interfere with work, family, relationships, and physical health and are often present most days for at least two weeks.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Knowing Your Unique Needs: Depression Treatment Options
Depression Assessment
Your psychologist will explain the criteria for depression outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) to help identify symptom severity and treatment needs.
A Safe Space: Treating Depression with Counselling
Other psychological treatment options include:
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Benefits of Expert Depression Counselling
Personalised Depression Treatment
Finding the Right Depression Counsellor in Melbourne
Why Choose Us for Depression Counselling?
At Solace Psychology we have a diverse team of experienced and genuine psychologists and counsellors who specialise in depression counselling in Melbourne. We have a client-first approach, to ensure your needs and situation are always at the forefront of your experience with us.
We are conveniently located in Melbourne’s inner north in Carlton North and Coburg.
Meet Our Team
Nazli Kayhan
Masters of Clinical Psychology
Libby Perkins
Masters of Counselling
Psychology
Luke Bamford
Masters of Clinical Psychology
Accessing Depression Counselling in Melbourne
Eligible individuals can receive Medicare rebates for up to 10 individual and 10 group therapy sessions per calendar year through a Mental Health Treatment Plan created by a GP.
The Better Access initiative is the primary pathway for accessing subsidised professional counselling in Australia. Private counselling can be accessed without a GP referral, though full fees apply unless covered by private health insurance.
Free and low-cost counselling may be available through community health centres and not-for-profit organisations across Melbourne. Telephone and online services such as Lifeline and Beyond Blue offer 24/7 crisis support.
Connect with a Psychologist Today
We understand that taking the first step can be difficult. Our team is dedicated to helping you overcome depression and improve your overall quality of life.
We work with you to create positive changes in your thoughts and behaviours for long-term improvement. Contact us today to schedule an appointment with one of our experienced psychologists to get experienced depression counselling in Melbourne.
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625 Nicholson Street, Carlton North, VIC 3054
16 Harding Street, Coburg, VIC 3058
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Sat: 09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Client Support Team is available
Mon - Fri: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat: 09:00 am - 1:00 pm