Depression Therapy Calgary
Sadness is a healthy emotion. Depression is more than just sadness.
Do you experience negative thoughts of your self, of others, and of the world?
Have you noticed changes in energy, motivation, pleasure, or appetite?
Do you experience intrusive thoughts of worthlessness or guilt?
Depression can affect how you feel, think, and move through your daily life. It may show up as persistent sadness, loss of interest, emotional numbness, low energy, or difficulty concentrating — often making even routine tasks feel overwhelming.
Depression can sometimes occur alongside anxiety, chronic stress, or major life transitions, and many clients benefit from integrated support such as anxiety therapy.
Depression Therapy at Eclipse Psychology
At Eclipse Psychology, we offer compassionate, evidence-based depression therapy in Calgary for anyone who want support, clarity, and meaningful change. Our registered psychologists provide a safe, non-judgmental space to help you better understand your experience and work toward relief at a pace that feels right for you.
Understanding Depression
Depression is more than feeling “down” or having a bad week. It is a mental health condition that can affect mood, motivation, sleep, appetite, self-esteem, and relationships. Depression can be mild, moderate, or severe, and it can occur on its own or alongside anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, or major life transitions.
Common signs of depression may include:
Ongoing sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
Fatigue or low energy
Changes in sleep or appetite
Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
Feelings of guilt, shame, or worthlessness
Withdrawing from others
You do not need to have all of these symptoms to benefit from depression counselling. If something feels off or heavier than it used to, therapy can help.
How Depression Therapy Can Help
Depression therapy provides a supportive space to explore what you’re experiencing and to work toward meaningful, sustainable change. Therapy is not about forcing positivity or “fixing” you, but about understanding the patterns, stressors, and emotional experiences that may be contributing to depression.
At Eclipse Psychology, our psychologists use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other insight-oriented and mindfulness-based strategies. These approaches can help you develop greater awareness of your thoughts and emotions, learn practical coping tools, and create changes that align with your values. Sessions are facilitated by registered psychologists in Calgary who tailor therapy to your goals and experiences.
Depression therapy can help you:
Understand patterns that contribute to low mood or emotional numbness
Develop healthier ways of responding to difficult thoughts and emotions
Rebuild motivation, self-esteem, and emotional connection
Manage stress, burnout, and life transitions more effectively
Improve relationships and communication
Cultivate self-compassion and resilience
Therapy is collaborative and individualized. Your psychologist will work with you to develop goals and strategies that fit your needs, experiences, and pace.
Questions people often ask about depression therapy
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No. You do not need a formal diagnosis to benefit from depression counselling. Many people seek therapy because they feel persistently low, disconnected, or overwhelmed, even if they are unsure whether what they’re experiencing is depression.
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The length of therapy varies depending on your goals and needs. Some clients benefit from short-term therapy, while others choose longer-term support. Your psychologist will check in with you regularly about progress and goals.
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Yes. Depression therapy can be helpful whether symptoms are recent or something you’ve been living with for years. Therapy can support insight, emotional processing, and meaningful change at any stage.
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Coverage for depression therapy depends on your insurance plan. Many extended health or employee benefits plans cover sessions with a registered psychologist and a registered provisional psychologist. At Eclipse Psychology, we direct bill to most companies for registered psychologists and to some companies for registered provisional psychologists. A full list of accepted providers can be found on our FAQ page. We can also provide the necessary receipts or documentation to submit for reimbursement, making it easier for you to access the care you need.
Support for Managing Depression
If depression is making daily life feel heavier or more difficult to navigate, support is available. Depression therapy at Eclipse Psychology provides a compassionate, collaborative space to explore what you’re going through and work toward meaningful change.
Our registered psychologists in Calgary tailor therapy to your individual needs and goals, moving at a pace that feels supportive and manageable as you build greater clarity, resilience, and emotional balance.
If you’d like to take the next step, you can contact us to learn more or book an appointment.