Depression
Persistent low mood that goes beyond a bad week
- Therapy, psychiatry, and follow-up in one care plan
- Private, clinician-led support from the first step
Choose a callback or WhatsApp. We’ll help set an appointment with a leading psychiatrist in this condition.
Start with a private screen
A short clinician-validated screener gives you and the care team a clearer starting point before a consultation.
A clear first read, before you speak to us
Take a short, confidential questionnaire that helps name the pattern you’re noticing. You’ll sign in or create an account first so the result is saved privately and can be used by the care team.
- 3-10 minutes
- Clinician-validated
- Not a diagnosis
Understanding depression
Depression isn't a personal failing or a 'mood'. It's a clinical condition that changes how the brain regulates sleep, appetite, energy, motivation, and the capacity to feel pleasure — usually for weeks or months at a time.
Most people with depression get meaningfully better with the right plan. The hard part is reaching out before the weight feels permanent.
What people typically notice
Not a diagnostic checklist — a map of patterns that often bring people in.
- Persistent low mood, emptiness, or hopelessness
- Loss of interest in things you previously enjoyed
- Changes in sleep — sleeping too much or too little
- Changes in appetite or weight
- Fatigue that rest doesn’t fix
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
- Thoughts of self-harm or not wanting to be here
Earlier is always better
You don’t need to wait for things to get worse to be entitled to care.
- Symptoms have lasted two weeks or more
- Work, school, or relationships are getting harder to keep up
- You’re having thoughts of self-harm (urgent — please call a helpline or reach us immediately)
Therapy and medication both have a role
We’re neutral by design: the plan depends on your presentation, not on ideology. Here’s how each contributes.
Structured therapy — particularly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Behavioural Activation, and Interpersonal Therapy — has strong evidence for mild-to-moderate depression.
Antidepressants are often appropriate for moderate-to-severe presentations, recurrent episodes, or when therapy alone isn’t enough. They aren’t addictive; they work by restoring the biology that supports mood.
When medication is part of the plan, adherence is often the single largest factor in long-term outcomes. Our care team checks in on dosing, side- effects, and refills — so you’re not alone in managing it.
What happens when you reach out
No black box — here’s how care unfolds for this condition.
- Consultation
A care coordinator calls (or WhatsApps, your choice). You tell us what’s going on — no forms, no pressure.
- Expert Psychiatrist
We book you with a psychiatrist who is a leading authority in this condition — not a generalist.
- Assessment
If the psychiatrist recommends it, a senior clinical psychologist runs in-depth assessments before we shape the plan.
- Therapy + Medicine
Structured therapy with a senior clinical psychologist when indicated, plus medication adherence support — both coordinated by the same team.
- Ongoing care
Medication reviews, therapy adjustments, and continuity of care — the same team stays with you as things evolve.
Before you book
Do I need medication?
Not necessarily. Mild depression often responds to therapy alone. Medication is typically added when symptoms are moderate-to-severe, when therapy plateaus, or when biology (sleep, appetite, energy) is clearly disrupted. The psychiatrist and you decide together.
How long does treatment take?
Most people notice meaningful change in 6–12 weeks of consistent care. Full recovery usually takes longer and often includes a stretch of maintenance therapy or medication to prevent relapse.
What if I feel better quickly and want to stop?
Stopping early is one of the biggest reasons depression returns. The care team tapers medication slowly and steps therapy down gradually — both on a clinical timeline, not a calendar.
Ready to take the first step?
Book a call with our care team. We’ll match you with a leading psychiatrist in depression and take it from there.