Depression

Depression is a mental health condition that affects how you feel, think, and handle daily activities.

Some common symptoms include:

  • a deep sense of sadness

  • hopelessness

  • loss of interest

  • difficulty concentrating

  • trouble sleeping or sleeping too much

  • changes in appetite

  • energy levels

  • suicidal thoughts *(If you are ever experiencing suicidal thoughts please call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and get help right away. You matter! You are not alone!)

Sometimes, depression can feel like a heavy weight that you just can't shake off, even if everything seems fine on the outside. However, you do not need to suffer alone.

With AAPI and BIPOC individuals, depression often hides behind cultural expectations and the pressure to appear strong.

You might feel the need to keep your struggles to yourself because of the stigma around mental health or fear of disappointing your loved ones.

The focus on family reputation, success, and fulfilling roles can make it hard to acknowledge that you're not okay.

Depression can show up as irritability, physical aches, or even withdrawal from family activities, but these signs are often overlooked or misunderstood within the community.

You do not have to suffer in silence. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength. 

Here's how therapy can help:

  • Therapy offers a safe space to talk openly about your feelings without fear of judgment.

  • It can help you understand the root causes of your depression, whether they are tied to trauma from childhood, cultural expectations, family dynamics, or personal challenges.

  • Therapy will help you to develop coping strategies, challenge negative thoughts, and build resilience.

  • By addressing your depression in therapy, you can start to reclaim your sense of self and find ways to navigate life that feel more authentic and fulfilling.

Please schedule a consult to see how therapy can help you manage your depression and improve your quality of life.