Depression can show up in ways that are easy to dismiss but deeply draining, such as:

• Persistent sadness, heaviness, or emptiness

• Low energy or motivation, even for things you used to enjoy

• Feeling disconnected from yourself or others

• Difficulty concentrating or making decisions

• A sense of hopelessness or “what’s the point?”

Many people with depression continue to function on the outside while feeling worn down and disconnected on the inside. Over time, this can affect relationships, work, and your sense of self.

At Routes to Resilience, we offer structured, compassionate therapy for adults experiencing depression or prolonged low mood.

Our work together focuses on:

• Understanding what’s maintaining your low mood

• Gently increasing emotional and physical energy

• Reconnecting with meaning, values, and purpose

• Developing practical strategies to cope with difficult thoughts and feelings

• Creating small, sustainable changes that build momentum over time

This is not about “thinking positively” or pushing yourself before you’re ready. It’s about meeting you where you are and helping you move forward at a pace that feels possible.