Depression is a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest.

Major depressive disorder affects approximately 17.3 million American adults, or about 7.1% of the U.S. population age 18 and older, in a given year.

(National Institute of Mental Health “Major Depression”, 2017)

Grief is the process an individual goes through after losing a significant person or element from their life.

It can include the loss of a loved one, friendship, relationship, divorce, career or pet

The first few weeks and even months can be very difficult to navigate alone

Anxiety is the mind and body's reaction to stressful, dangerous, or unfamiliar situations

Generalized Anxiety Disorder affects 6.8 million adults or 3.1% of the U.S. population, yet only 43.2% are receiving treatment

Anxiety disorders affect 31.9% of adolescents between 13 and 18 years old.

(https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/facts-statistics)

Trauma is the lasting emotional response that often results from living through a distressing event.

Experiencing a traumatic event can harm a person’s sense of safety, sense of self, and ability to regulate emotions and navigate relationships. Long after the traumatic event occurs, people with trauma can often feel shame, helplessness, powerlessness and intense fear.

(https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/trauma)

A certain amount of stress is a normal part of daily life, however, when it becomes too overwhelming and frequent it can negatively impact us. Therapy can assist by learning how to identify, cope and manage stress.

Research shows that a person is 76% more likely to achieve their goals if with written action commitments and share weekly progress. Therapy can be a great resource to start or assist in you reaching your goals. Therapy provides assistance with strategies and skills to support the process.