About Depression
Depression can begin small, but can produce some of the most vicious of cycles.
We can all have a sad day, this is normal. If we have the skills and resiliency we can have a sad day, and then use self compassion and coping strategies to feel better later. When we're sad we kind of know that it will end.
Depression on the other hand, can feel never-ending. Our inner voice becomes a constant critic, or worse, an abusive monster. It can feel like you're on a boat with too many holes to stop it from sinking, and a feeling of not even being able to bother to try to plug them up.
Others have described depression symptoms like a fog you didn't realise was there, sometimes so thick you can't even see where to place your next foot to put it in front of the other. So oppressive it can be hard to breathe, it cloys at you and turns you in circles. Dizzy, you sometimes can't even see the help being offered to you.
This can lead to feelings of suicide and the thought that it would be easier if life were over. We can’t see our way out. It can also lead to avoidance strategies like using substances such as alcohol, drugs and overeating. Even things that may at first look healthy but turn into addictions such as over exercising, cleaning and controlling our environment too much, obsessive dieting leading to eating disorders, self care turning into social isolation etc.
Benefits of Treatment & Therapy for Depression
What to Expect From Therapy Sessions
At Mind Mode Psychology & Wellness, our experienced psychologists and wellness practitioners — available in both Wollongong and Campbelltown — are trained in Motivational Interviewing techniques. Whether you're visiting our Wollongong clinic or our Campbelltown location, you’ll find a safe and supportive environment where you can freely express your feelings and thoughts about your goals. Our team is here to guide you in overcoming any barriers that stand in your way.
We provide a variety of therapies that might help you to understand yourself, your own fog, your needs and your values to help you regain a sense of who you want to be and how to get there.
If you're reading this and saying, "yeah I totally get that," then let me give you a neon sign in the fog: WE ARE HERE TO HELP.
Get in touch with our local team today to make an appointment.
Sometimes it's a fog, sometimes it's a storm, sometimes just a weight that won't go away, making it hard to breathe.
We're here to help.
Please reach us at admin@mindmode.com.au if you cannot find an answer to your question.
We offer a wide range of evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and more — tailored to your individual needs.
Our psychology services are available at both our Wollongong and Campbelltown clinic locations. You’re welcome to choose the one that best suits your needs.
No, you don’t need a referral to book an appointment. However, to claim a Medicare rebate under a Mental Health Care Plan, a referral from a GP is required.
During your initial session, our practitioners can help you explore your concerns and provide information about therapy options suited to your needs.
Yes, we offer online and telehealth psychology sessions for your convenience. These sessions are conducted securely and confidentially, allowing you to access professional support from the comfort of your home.
Mind Mode Psychology and Wellness Services
Wollongong | Campbelltown | Online
Email: admin@mindmode.com.au
Locations:
Level 2/310 Crown Street, Wollongong NSW 2500 | Phone: (02) 4288 4667
11b Chamberlain Street, Campbelltown, NSW, 2560 | Phone (02) 7228 8388