Depression Therapy Singapore
Depression is a Serious Mental Health Disorder
In our busy lives, it’s normal to feel sad or tired occasionally due to stress or life events. However, when these feelings persist intensely and don’t improve with time or rest, they might signal depression. Depression is a serious mental health disorder marked by a prolonged low mood, lack of motivation, and loss of interest in activities, impacting all areas of life, including personal relationships, health, and work. Read more to learn how Depression Therapy can help you.
We specialize in helping individuals through the journey of recovery and growth from Depression. Our experienced therapists provide a safe and supportive environment to help you enhance awareness, reframe thinking, develop healthy coping strategies, and improve your overall well-being.
Find out more about our therapists: Joselyn Loh, Clinical Director, Melissa Yoong, Consultant Senior Psychotherapist.
Complete the “Meeting Your Therapist “ Form for an introductory 20-minutes session for you to meet the therapist assigned to you. The objective of this session is for you to share briefly your issue with our therapist, ask any questions you may have about therapy and assess if there is a good fit for you and assigned therapist to work together. You will not be charged for this session. We will assign you another therapist if it is not a good fit.
Understanding Depression
Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Depression
Depression can manifest in various ways, and recognizing the signs is crucial for seeking timely help. Common symptoms of depression include:
- Depressed mood most of the day
- Loss of interest or pleasure in almost all activities most of the day
- Insomnia or hypersomnia most of the day
- Significant weight loss or weight gain
- Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt
- Fatigue or loss of energy nearly every day
- Inability to concentrate
- Recurrent suicidal ideation
Effective Therapies for Depression and Anxiety
Therapy for depression and anxiety comes in various forms, broadly categorized under pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy. Each intervention type addresses different aspects of the condition, depending on the severity and individual needs.
Pharmacotherapy Treatment for Depression
Pharmacotherapy primarily involves the use of medications such as antidepressants, which help correct chemical imbalances in the brain that contribute to depression. These drugs are prescribed based on the specific symptoms and the individual’s overall health. The goal of drug therapy is to alleviate symptoms such as pervasive sadness, lack of interest, and sleep disturbances, making it easier for individuals to engage in daily activities and pursue other forms of treatment, such as psychotherapy.
Psychotherapy for Managing Depression Disorder
Psychotherapy, commonly referred to as talk therapy, involves engaging with a trained therapist who utilizes various techniques to enhance self-awareness, reframe thinking patterns, and provide effective coping strategies. Psychotherapy can be effective either in combination with pharmacotherapy or on its own, depending on the severity of the condition.
Evidence-Based Approaches and Techniques To Treat Depression
Some Psychotherapy techniques for Depression Therapy are:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to depression and anxiety.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT):
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with concepts of mindfulness, emphasizing the regulation of emotions and development of healthy coping mechanisms.=
Psychodynamic Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Explores unconscious processes and past experiences to understand current issues and develop deeper self-awareness.
Book Your Therapy Session for Depression Today
Meeting Your Therapist session
Fill in the depression therapy inquiry form for an introductory 20-minutes session to meet the therapist assigned to you. The objective of this session is for you to share briefly your issue with our therapist, ask any questions you may have about therapy and assess if there is a good fit for you and therapist to work together. You will not be charged for this session. We will assign you another therapist if it is not a good fit. If you are comfortable with the therapist assigned, you can extend the session to a full 60 minutes session provided the therapist is available.
Joselyn Loh – Founder and Clinical Director
Joselyn is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She is trained in Trauma-Focused CBT, Schema Therapy, Expressive Therapy in Sandplay and Symbol Work. She is experienced in working with couples who experienced trauma due to infidelity, individual who experienced childhood trauma, relational trauma and children who witnessed and experienced trauma due to parental divorce and other trauma.
Melissa Yoong – Consultant Senior Psychotherapist
Melissa has over a decade of experience and holds a Bachelor’s in Social Sciences (Psychology) from the National University of Singapore and a Master’s in Counselling from Monash University. Her expertise includes working with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, psychoses, and personality disturbances. Melissa is trained in EMDR, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and EFCT. She integrates psychodynamic, emotion-focused, and somatic approaches in her therapy.