Depression therapy · LGBTQIA+ affirming

Depression can feel heavy. Help can feel lighter than you think.

Talk to an LGBTQIA+ affirming psychologist about low mood, numbness or losing interest in life. Online, Australia-wide, with Medicare rebates available.

Book a free 15-min call Match me with a therapist

Medicare rebates
Telehealth Australia-wide
Free first call

Sound familiar?

Common signs of depression

Everyone has low days. When low mood lasts two weeks or more and affects your daily life, it's time to reach out.

Feeling sad, empty or flat
Losing interest in things you enjoyed
Low energy or tiredness
Changes in sleep or appetite
Feeling worthless or guilty
Trouble concentrating
Withdrawing from people
Thoughts that life isn't worth living

Understanding depression

What is depression?

Depression is more than feeling sad. It's a persistent low mood that affects how you think, feel and function, and it can make even small tasks feel huge.

LGBTQIA+ people experience depression at higher rates, often linked to minority stress, rejection and isolation. It's not a weakness, and it's very treatable.

How our team can help

A plan that fits you, not a one-size script

We understand what's weighing on you

Your psychologist helps you make sense of how you're feeling and what's contributing, without judgement.

You take small steps back to yourself

Together you'll work on patterns of thinking and doing that keep depression going, and gradually reconnect with the things and people that matter.

How therapy can help

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps you notice and shift the harsh, hopeless thoughts depression brings.

Behavioural activation helps you rebuild energy and mood through small, meaningful activities.

Try this today

Try one small thing today

Pick one tiny task: a shower, a short walk, a text to a friend.
Do just that one thing.
Notice how you feel afterwards, even a little.
Tomorrow, try one more.

Action often comes before motivation when you're depressed, not after.

Our therapists

Psychologists who can help with depression

View all therapists →

Sandra Bartlett

she/her · Clinical Psychology Registrar

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri

View profile

Keith Kulda

he/him · Registered Psychologist

Tue & Sat

View profile

Mark Podesta

he/him · Registered Psychologist

Saturday

View profile

Glenda May

she/her · Registered Psychologist

Mon to Fri

View profile

Getting started

Three steps to your first session

1
Book a free 15-min call
Chat with a therapist, ask anything, no obligation.
2
Get a Mental Health Treatment Plan
Optional: see your GP for a referral to claim the Medicare rebate.
3
Start your sessions online
Secure video sessions from wherever you feel comfortable.

Questions

Depression FAQs

What if I'm having thoughts of suicide?

Please reach out now. Call Lifeline on 13 11 14, the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467, or 000 in an emergency. Once you're safe, we're here to support you.

How much does a session cost?

Sessions are $210. With a GP referral and a Mental Health Treatment Plan, you can claim a Medicare rebate and pay about $108.45 per session.

Do I need a referral?

No. You only need a GP referral and a Mental Health Treatment Plan if you want to claim the Medicare rebate.

Are sessions online?

Yes. All sessions are by secure telehealth, so you can see us from anywhere in Australia.