Low Mood and Depression
What is Low Mood and Depression?
Low mood is a natural, short-term response to stress or life changes. It may involve sadness, low energy, or reduced motivation, but often improves with rest, support, and time. Reconnecting with meaningful activities that offer a sense of achievement, connection, or enjoyment can help lift mood and support well-being.
While low mood is often temporary, it can sometimes develop into depression, especially if it lasts for several weeks or begins to affect daily life. Depression tends to feel more intense and persistent, and may impact sleep, appetite, energy, focus, and self-esteem. It can also bring feelings of hopelessness or thoughts of self-harm. If these experiences are ongoing, it’s important to know that support is available, and reaching out for help can truly make a difference.
Symptoms of Low Mood
- Feeling sad, flat, or tearful
- Irritability or restlessness
- Sleeping more or less than usual
- Low energy or motivation
- Occasional changes in appetite
- Reduced enjoyment in usual activities
- Difficulty focusing when stressed
- Feeling self-critical at times
- Avoiding social contact
- Minor physical tension or aches
- Mild feelings of hopelessness or low self-worth
Symptoms of Depression
- Persistent sadness, hopelessness, or emotional numbness
- Ongoing fatigue, even after rest
- Disrupted sleep patterns
- Significant changes in appetite or weight
- Loss of interest or pleasure in almost all activities
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- Persistent feelings of worthlessness, guilt, or shame
- Withdrawing from relationships and social life
- Physical pain, tension, or aches
- Speaking or moving noticeably slower than usual
- Increased use of alcohol, tobacco, or other substances
- Neglecting responsibilities or personal care
- Thoughts of self-harm or suicide
How We Can Help
We offer cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that explores the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. CBT for low mood and depression includes cognitive restructuring to help clients identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, behavioural activation to gently reintroduce enjoyable and meaningful activities, and setting achievable goals to build confidence and momentum.
Therapy also supports clients in reconnecting with loved ones, rebuilding self-care routines, and finding motivation during difficult times. With the right tools and support, positive change is possible.
Our therapy is compassionate, tailored to your individual needs, and available both in person and remotely via phone or online sessions.
Your Free Consultation
- 20-minute session by phone or online
- A friendly, informal chat at a time that suits you
- Brief discussion about your challenges and goals
- Overview of how evidence-based therapy could support you
- Time to ask any questions
- No pressure, just a chance to see if we’re the right fit
Our Approach
We understand that taking the first step towards therapy can feel daunting. That’s why we’re passionate about ensuring you feel heard, understood, and respected from the very start. Our approach is warm, down-to-earth, and rooted in evidence-based therapies designed to support meaningful, lasting change. You will be treated with compassion, respect, and discretion, with a focus on creating a supportive and comfortable experience.