Low Mood & Depression
Feeling low from time to time is a normal part of life. But when low mood is persistent, pervasive, and getting in the way of the things that matter - work, relationships, daily functioning - it becomes something worth taking seriously.
Depression and related mood difficulties are among the most common presentations in psychological practice. They are also among the most treatable.
What it can look like
Persistent low mood or sadness that doesn't lift
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities that used to matter
Low energy, fatigue, and difficulty getting through the day
Changes in sleep - difficulty falling asleep, sleeping too much, or waking early
Changes in appetite or weight
Difficulty concentrating, making decisions, or remembering things
Withdrawal from relationships and activities
Feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, or excessive self-criticism
And for some people, irritability rather than sadness
Conditions we work with
Major Depressive Disorder
Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)
Adjustment disorder with depressed mood
Mood difficulties associated with anxiety, trauma, or other presentations
Low mood that doesn't meet a formal diagnostic threshold but is affecting quality of life
A note on assessment…
Mood difficulties can look similar on the surface but have different underlying patterns and contributing factors. Part of our early work together involves understanding what is driving the difficulty — whether that is patterns of thinking, life circumstances, behaviour, history, or a combination — in order to identify the most useful approach.
Funding options
Medicare (Mental Health Care Plan from your GP)
Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA)
WorkCover / Motor Accident Scheme / SIRA
Private health insurance
Private (self-funded)
Sessions are available in person at Meadows Medical Centre, Mullumbimby, or via Telehealth.