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Depression & Low Mood

Talking therapies for Depression & Low Mood in Cardiff, Carmarthen and Online Via Video.

Depression and low mood can affect every aspect of life, making daily tasks feel overwhelming and reducing enjoyment in activities that once felt meaningful. People may experience persistent sadness, fatigue, loss of motivation, or a sense of emptiness. These feelings may develop gradually or appear suddenly following a difficult life event. Talking therapies provides a safe and supportive environment to explore these emotions, understand their causes, and begin the process of recovery with guidance from an experienced therapist.

Symptoms of Depression & Low Mood

Persistent sadness or feelings of emptiness
Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed
Low energy or fatigue
Changes in appetite or sleep patterns
Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
Feelings of hopelessness, guilt, or worthlessness
Social withdrawal or reduced motivation

Therapy for Depression & Low Mood

Talking therapies are a highly effective intervention for depression and low mood, helping individuals understand the emotional, psychological, and behavioural factors contributing to their symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), person-centred talking therapies, and behavioural activation can help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms, improve mood, and rebuild motivation. Therapy offers a structured and supportive space to explore difficult emotions and begin a path toward recovery.

Talking therapies for depression and low mood includes:

A comprehensive assessment to understand symptoms and individual challenges
Exploring unhelpful thought patterns and learning ways to reframe them
Behavioural activation to gradually reintroduce meaningful activities
Developing coping strategies to manage stress and emotional triggers
Ongoing therapeutic support to build confidence and resilience

Counselling for Depression – How Are Talking Therapies Different?

Counselling for depression is one form of talking therapy that can help individuals understand their symptoms, navigate difficult emotions, and develop practical strategies to support everyday functioning. Counselling offers structured, supportive sessions that focus on current challenges, emotional awareness, and coping skills. Psychotherapy explores the emotional patterns, past experiences, and psychological processes that may contribute to low mood and the persistence of depressive symptoms over time. Both counselling and psychotherapy for depression are beneficial, but they differ in focus, method, and the type of change they aim to achieve. Psychotherapy offers a more in-depth approach, making it particularly well suited for individuals who want to understand the underlying factors contributing to their depression and work towards longer-term, meaningful change.

At iTT, all talking therapy for depression is delivered by qualified psychotherapists. This ensures that individuals receive a depth of support capable of addressing both current symptoms and the underlying psychological factors related to their condition.

How do I start my therapy?

Your next steps to positive change

We want to ensure that all of our clients receive the information they need to make an informed decision about their therapy. If you are ready to start your journey with us please contact us.

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