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Talk it through.
The first 20 minutes are free. You don't need a diagnosis, or a reason that sounds big enough.
If you're in crisis, call or text 9-8-8 (Suicide Crisis Helpline) or go to your nearest emergency department. P.A.T.H. is not a crisis service.
What depression can feel like
Depression looks different for everyone. For some people it is a low mood that won't lift. For others it is numbness, or a loss of interest in things that used to matter. You might notice:
- feeling tired most of the time, even after rest
- pulling away from friends and family
- trouble focusing or making decisions
- changes in sleep or appetite
- a harsh inner voice, or a sense that nothing will change
If this sounds familiar, you're not weak and you're not alone. Depression is common, and people get support for it every day.
How therapy can help with depression
Therapy gives you a steady place to talk about what's going on, without judgment. Over time, many people find they understand their patterns better and feel more able to take small steps again.
Our therapists draw on a range of approaches. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) can help you notice and question thoughts that keep you stuck. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) can help you make room for feelings you have been holding back. Your therapist will talk with you about what fits.
Therapy can work alongside care from your family doctor. If you take medication for depression, keep making those decisions with your prescriber.
What working with P.A.T.H. looks like
You don't need a diagnosis to start.
- Online, from home. Sessions happen by video, so you can talk from a place where you feel comfortable.
- Qualified therapists. Each therapist's professional designation is on their profile.
- The same therapist over time. You work with one therapist who gets to know you, so you don't start over each session.
- A free first conversation. Start with a free 20-minute consultation to see if the fit feels right. There is no commitment.
- Clear pricing. $175 per session ($220 in Alberta). Free 20-minute consultation. Receipts for extended health benefits. Many extended health plans cover psychotherapy or counselling. Check with your plan which credentials it accepts.
If you've had a psychedelic experience
Some people come to therapy after a psychedelic experience that stirred up difficult feelings or left questions behind. Our therapists also offer integration therapy: ordinary psychotherapy to help you make sense of a past experience and what it brought up. Read more about integration therapy after a psychedelic experience.
P.A.T.H. provides psychotherapy only. We do not sell, supply, prescribe, administer, dose or supervise psilocybin or any other psychedelic. Any psychedelic experience is arranged independently by the client and is not part of our service.
