Therapies for Depression in Southend-on-Sea, Essex

We offer therapies for depression in Southend-on-Sea, Essex at The Body Matters. Therapy for depression is available from our clinic based in Leigh-on-Sea, in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. We also offer telephone & online support for depression. Call us on 01702 714968 for more information.

What is depression?

Depression is classed as a low mood that lasts for weeks or months, affecting your daily life. Many people go through times when they feel down for a few days, but depression can last much longer and is not something that people can just pull themselves out of. Depression should not be taken lightly.

What are the symptoms of depression?

Depression affects different people in different ways which means there are a wide variety of symptoms. Some of the most common include:

• Feeling tearful.
• Feeling hopeless.
• Continuous low mood.
• Cannot concentrate or focus
• Low self-esteem.
• Finding no pleasure in things that you usually enjoy.
• Feeling angry and irritable.
• Reduced libido.
• Insomnia.

What causes depression?

Depression can be caused by a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. A family history of depression can increase the risk, as can imbalances in brain chemicals such as serotonin and dopamine. Environmental stressors like trauma, loss, or major life changes can trigger depression in some individuals. Chronic medical conditions, hormonal changes, and certain medications can also contribute. Psychological factors, such as low self-esteem or negative thinking patterns, may further play a role in developing depression.

Is it possible to prevent depression?

While it's not always possible to prevent depression entirely, there are steps individuals can take to reduce the risk. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, a balanced diet, and sufficient sleep, can help manage stress levels. Building strong social support networks and nurturing relationships can provide emotional resilience. Learning healthy coping strategies and seeking therapy when needed can also aid in prevention. Early intervention and treatment of symptoms can minimise the impact and duration of depression.

What role does therapy play in treating depression?

Therapy plays a crucial role in treating depression by providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore their thoughts and emotions. It helps people gain insight into their experiences and challenges, enabling them to identify and change negative patterns of thinking and behaviour. Through therapy, individuals can develop effective coping strategies, improve their emotional regulation, and build resilience. It also offers support in setting and achieving personal goals for recovery.

What therapies for depression are available at The Body Matters?

Our telephone and online counselling services are a range of talking therapies that involve one of our trained therapists listening to you and helping you to find ways to deal with any emotional issues you may have. These type of counselling services mean that you are able to receive the support that you need from anywhere and are an ideal alternative to the many obstacles that people will face when seeking out talking therapy.

You might feel a bit sceptical that meditation can help. Depression typically involves a lot of dark thoughts, such as hopelessness and worthlessness, so spending more time inside your mind might seem counter-intuitive to what you want to achieve. However, meditation changes your response to this negative thinking, teaching you to pay attention to your thoughts without being critical of yourself, accepting them, then letting them go.

Hypnotherapy can help a person learn to better control any feelings of anxiety, stress, and sadness. Hypnotherapy can also be used to treat any negative behaviours that could be worsening because of a person's depression. Contact us to find out more.

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