Depression and Bipolar Disorder

Psychological treatment methods give a high chance of long term and successful results.

Rose Park Psychologists aim to teach their clients:

· New awareness about their symptoms of depression

· To overcome loanliness and isolation

· How to identify negative thinking

· To reduce worrying

· To gain energy and overcome fatigue

· To improve concentration

· How to find a new balance in life

· To improve sleep problems

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) provides a structured approach to therapy and has proven to be effective in the treatment of anxiety and depression. CBT examines how your thinking patterns effect how you feel and behave. You can identify the thoughts and situations that trigger and maintain your emotions - and change them.

Our psychologists can also use mindfulness techniques, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), psychotherapeutic and family therapy approaches to depression.

Consultations with a psychologist can help you to understand the causes of depression and work though the issues. Emotions can be profound and involve issues of identity, meaning and spirituality. We offer opportunities for reflection, insight and personal growth. Whether you 'fit' the depression diagnosis or not, if you are feeling so down that you need to do something about it, that is enough.