
Depression Therapy in Tampa
What is depression?
Depression is more than feeling sad for a few days—it can feel like carrying an invisible weight everywhere you go. It affects how you think, feel, sleep, eat, and move through life. Sometimes it’s tied to a loss or life transition; other times it seems to appear out of nowhere.
Depression often brings along its friends: guilt, shame, and isolation. It can make you question your worth and rob you of your energy. But you are not broken—you’re human, and what you’re feeling is valid.
What depression can feel like:
A heavy fog that makes everything seem harder than it “should” be
Losing interest in things you used to enjoy
Feeling tired no matter how much you rest
Difficulty focusing or making decisions
A constant inner voice saying, “What’s the point?”
Experiencing physical pain
There is a path forward..
Depression can convince you that nothing will change, but that’s the illness talking. With the right support, it does get better. Healing isn’t about “snapping out of it”—it’s about gently uncovering what’s underneath the heaviness, learning how to navigate it, and slowly rediscovering joy and energy in ways that feel authentic to you.
As a licensed mental health counselor and art therapist in Tampa, I take a holistic approach to depression therapy. Together, we’ll explore the emotional, mental, and physical layers of depression to create space for healing and renewal.
What we will work on together:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Learn to recognize and shift the patterns of thought that feed depression.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Get to know the parts of you that carry sadness or self-criticism and help them find new ways to support you.
Somatic Therapy
Tune into the body’s signals and gently release stored tension that often accompanies depression.
Art Therapy
When words aren’t enough, creative expression can help you process and externalize what you feel.
Mindfulness
Learn to bring your attention to the present moment, quiet self-judgment, and cultivate self-compassion.
