COMPASSIONATE COUNSELLING FOR DEPRESSION MANAGEMENT
Depression Therapy in Edmonton
Break Free from the Fog of Depression
Client-Centered Psychological Support for Depression in Edmonton
Feeling drained, disconnected, or weighed down by sadness or hopelessness? At Solace Psychology & Wellness, we offer compassionate, evidence-based depression therapy in Edmonton and St. Albert to help you understand your symptoms, reconnect with yourself, and find a path forward. You’re not alone and you don’t have to navigate this alone either.
Our team of experienced psychologists and therapists provides a safe, non-judgmental space to explore the root causes of depression, whether you’re struggling with low motivation, self-worth, burnout, or emotional overwhelm.
We work with teens, adults, and families using personalized, research-backed approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Committment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and trauma-informed care. Our goal is to help you break free from the fog of depression and start feeling like yourself again.
In-person sessions are available at our South Edmonton clinic, with virtual therapy options accessible anywhere in Alberta. Healing is possible and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Direct billing is available for select insurance companies.
Rediscover Hope, One Session at a Time
Therapeutic Support for Depression in Edmonton
We all experience sadness in our lives as we go through times of loss and despair. When sadness takes over your everyday life, fills you with hopelessness and worthlessness, and prevents you from experiencing joy, it is time to get help. Depression can take over your life like a big black cloud; it can be hard to see the sunny moments or have hope for the future. This can be too difficult to navigate on your own – you’ve come to the right place. Our therapy team is here to help you feel like yourself again.
Offering in-person depression therapy sessions in Edmonton and St. Albert, as well as virtual sessions across Alberta.
Depression Therapy Can Help with:
Feelings of Sadness & Overwhelm: Learn how to manage intense emotions and restore emotional balance.
Anger & Regret: Understand the root of these emotions and process them in healthier, more constructive ways.
Hopelessness: Rebuild a sense of purpose, hope, and connection to your future.
Lack of Motivation: Develop tools to gently re-engage with daily life and rediscover what brings you meaning.
Low Self-Esteem & Worthlessness: Challenge negative self-beliefs and strengthen your sense of self-worth.
Suicidal Ideation: Receive compassionate, professional support to create safety, reduce risk, and find your way forward.
Self-Harm: Learn healthier coping strategies to manage pain, distress, and emotional numbness.
Symptoms of Depression
Depression can negatively impact your work or school, relationships, spirituality, and self-esteem. It can show up differently in people and during different times of your life. In general someone with depression may experience the following:
- feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or emptiness
- feeling worthless or guilty
- feeling irritable or frustrated easily
- lack of motivation & confidence
- fatigue/tiredness, lack of energy
- difficulty sleeping or lacking quality sleep
- difficulty concentrating, thinking & making decisions
- issues with memory
- loss of interest in activities that you usually love & enjoy
- inability to find joy in life
- changes in appetite
- weight loss or gain, not due to dieting or exercise
- suicidal thoughts
- self-harming behaviours
Symptoms of Depression
Depression can negatively impact your work or school, relationships, spirituality, and self-esteem. It can show up differently in people and during different times of your life. In general someone with depression may experience the following:
- feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or emptiness
- feeling worthless or guilty
- feeling irritable or frustrated easily
- lack of motivation & confidence
- fatigue/tiredness, lack of energy
- difficulty sleeping or lacking quality sleep
- difficulty concentrating, thinking & making decisions
- issues with memory
- loss of interest in activities that you usually love & enjoy
- inability to find joy in life
- changes in appetite
- weight loss or gain, not due to dieting or exercise
- suicidal thoughts
- self-harming behaviours
HOW COUNSELLING AT SOLACE CAN HELP
Our Approach to Depression Counselling in Edmonton
You can start building the life that you've always wanted.
Whether you are going through a rough time or experiencing severe depression, working through these emotions with a trusted therapist can help you break free. Counselling for depression can help you discover what underlying thought patterns contribute to your depressive symptoms. You will learn helpful strategies to challenge your negative inner-critic and overcome self-defeating beliefs. You will also learn how to enhance your sense of self-worth and motivation through the use of practical tools that apply to your unique circumstances. Talking things through can be nerve-racking at first, but it is the key to success. Through counselling, you can overcome depression, restore your sense of competence and find peace in your life again.
While our psychologists draw from a variety of evidence-based counselling approaches, the main methods include the following:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – to help you identify and reframe negative thought patterns and behaviours that contribute to depression
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) – to support emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and building healthier coping strategies during difficult moments
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – to encourage mindfulness and values-based action to help you move forward, even in the presence of painful thoughts and emotions
Mindfulness-Based Therapy – to teach present-moment awareness and self-compassion to reduce rumination and improve emotional well-being
Trauma-Informed Care – to provide a safe and supportive therapeutic environment that acknowledges the impact of past trauma on current mental health
Depression Is Real — So Is Recovery
Benefits of Counselling for Depression
- Gain an understanding of what drives your depression
- Learn practical tools to manage depression
- Empower yourself to start doing the things that you love again
- Gain a sense of hopefulness for your future
- Enhance motivation, productivity & energy
- Learn how to calm the mind & regulate your nervous system
- Boost your confidence & self-esteem
- Restore your relationships
- Reconnect with your values & goals
- Find joy in yourself & the life that you create
EVIDENCE-BASED THERAPY FOR DEPRESSION IN EDMONTON
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is considered the gold standard for treating depression, anxiety, and many other mental health concerns. Backed by decades of research, CBT is a highly effective, practical approach that helps you take back control of your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
In depression, it’s common to fall into cycles of negative thinking, avoidance, procrastination, or withdrawal. CBT works by helping you identify and challenge these unhelpful thought patterns while developing healthier habits and coping strategies. Over time, this process can actually help rewire your brain, improving how you feel and function in daily life.
You’ll learn actionable tools to manage stress, build motivation, and regain a sense of purpose and control. In fact, studies show that CBT can be just as effective as medication for treating depression—and its benefits often last longer. This approach is practical, action-oriented, and tailored to your personal goals. While CBT is a key part of treatment, your therapist will also draw from other approaches based on your unique situation.
Start your healing journey today with one of our Edmonton-based psychologists who specialize in CBT and mood-related challenges.
CONNECT, SHARE, & GROW
Group Therapy & Workshops for Depression in Edmonton
In addition to individual counselling, group therapy and wellness workshops can be incredibly supportive in managing depression. Connecting with others who share similar struggles helps reduce feelings of isolation and offers a sense of community, encouragement, and hope.
Led by compassionate and knowledgeable therapists, our depression-focused groups and workshops provide a safe, welcoming space to learn evidence-based strategies for improving mood, rebuilding motivation, and navigating emotional lows. You’ll gain tools to strengthen self-worth, boost energy, and improve daily functioning while benefiting from the shared insight and healing that happens in a group setting.
Workshops may incorporate CBT-based techniques, mindfulness practices, behavioural activation, self-compassion exercises, and skills for overcoming negative thinking patterns. Whether you’re dealing with sadness, hopelessness, or a lack of motivation, these group experiences offer connection, clarity, and practical support on your path to recovery.
*Offered virtually and at our clinic in South Edmonton.
Contact our Client Services Team to sign up for upcoming therapy groups and workshops for managing depression. We’d be happy to help you find the right fit.
780-702-1079 · hello@solacewellness.ca
“On the other side of a storm is the strength that comes from having navigated through it. Raise your sail and begin.”
– Gregory S. Williams
INTEGRATIVE HEALTHCARE FOR YOUR MIND & BODY
Trauma-Informed Massage to Ease Pain
Our Registered Massage Therapists at our Edmonton clinic (not offered in St. Albert) specialize in a variety of massage treatments with one goal in mind – to help ease physical and emotional pain.
- Relaxation Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Hot Stone Massage
- Signature Spa Massage
- Sports Massage
- Perinatal Massage
- Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
- Cupping Therapy
- Motor Vehicle Accident Massage (TMJ, migraines, whiplash)
- & More!
Learn more by visiting our Wellness Website: www.solacewellness.ca
COMPASSIONATE & PROFESSIONAL CARE
Therapists who Specialize in Depression Therapy in Edmonton
At Solace Psychology & Wellness, our team is what truly sets us apart. We’ve brought together a group of highly skilled, compassionate therapists who are deeply committed to helping clients overcome depression and reclaim a sense of hope and purpose. Each member of our therapy team brings a wealth of experience, advanced training, and a genuine passion for mental health care. We understand how heavy depression can feel, and we meet our clients with empathy, respect, and unwavering support. You can trust that you’re in capable hands with professionals who care deeply about your healing and are here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
“Strength doesn’t come from avoiding struggle, it comes from facing it and moving forward anyway.”
Don’t live in Edmonton?
In addition to in-clinic sessions in Edmonton and St. Albert, our psychologists offer secure virtual depression therapy sessions (video or phone) for anyone living in Alberta. Access quality therapy from the comfort of your own home.
Book your depression counselling session in Edmonton or St. Albert.
YOUR TRUSTED EDMONTON PSYCHOLOGISTS & COUNSELLORS
Solace Psychology & Wellness
EDMONTON: hello@solacewellness.ca | 780-702-1079 | #205, 2435 90B Street SW, Edmonton, AB, Canada, T6X 1V8
ST. ALBERT: StAlbert@solacewellness.ca | 780-702-1079 | #508, 1 Tache Street, St. Albert, AB, Canada, T8N 1B4