Depression Treatment in Melbourne
It’s normal to feel down and sad. But when depression starts to hinder your everyday life, impacting your sense of wellbeing and relationships, our depression Psychologists and Therapists can help.
How do I know if
I have depression?
Depression can look different for everyone. Here are some common signs of depression to look out for.
1 / Physiological Signs of Depression
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Feeling heavy, flat, or numb
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Slowed movement
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Insomnia or more sleep than usual
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Changes to appetite
2 / Emotional & Cognitive Signs of Depression
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Feeling sad, melancholic, or apathetic
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Helplessness or hopelessness
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Low self-worth or self-esteem
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Emotional numbness
3 / Behavioural & Social Signs of Depression
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Loss of interest in things you usually enjoy
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Lack of motivation
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Difficulty maintaining personal hygiene
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Withdrawing from loved ones
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Relying on food or alcohol to cope
It's time to reach out for help if:
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You feel overwhelmed or stuck
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Depression is affecting your relationships or work
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You feel constantly sad or teary
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Depression is interfering with your ability to enjoy life
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You start to avoid or withdraw from things
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You feel numb or checked out
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You notice thoughts of self-harm or suicide
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You are depressed due to being neurodivergent in a neurotypical world
We provide a range of tailored evidence-based therapies to support depression.
We’ll help you understand your depression affects you, and suggest coping strategies and tools to use for immediate relief. We'll also help you to identify the underlying factors driving your depression, and address them to produce long-lasting change for your depression recovery.
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Examples of evidence-based therapies for depression include:
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
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Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)
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Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
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Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
Our Locations
We offer face-to-face depression therapy across two convenient locations in Melbourne and online therapy via telehealth Australia-wide
Depression Treatment FAQs
We're here to answer any questions you have about depression therapy
If you have a question that is not answered below, shoot us an email
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How common is depression?
Around 1.5 million Australians experience a mood disorder such as depression, according to Beyond Blue
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How long does depression treatment take?
It’s hard to say exactly how long treatment for depression takes, as everyone is different. The number of sessions will depend on a range of factors, including whether you have something else you’re struggling with (e.g., another diagnosis or history of trauma), and how well your environment supports you to change
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Do I need a referral to see a depression therapist?
You don’t need a referral to see a depression therapist. However, if you wish to receive Medicare rebates (with eligible clinicians), you should speak to your GP about getting a Mental Health Treatment Plan