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Counselling & Psychotherapy for Depression in Vancouver & BC
Depression can feel heavy, isolating, and exhausting—affecting your mood, motivation, relationships, and sense of meaning. For many people, it’s not just feeling sad, but feeling stuck, disconnected, or unable to access the energy and clarity they once had.
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We support individuals experiencing persistent low mood, loss of interest, emotional numbness, or depression shaped by past experiences—even when the causes aren’t fully clear.
Our approach is trauma-informed and integrative, drawing on methods such as EMDR therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy (Individuals), and CorMorphosis™ Psychotherapy to address both symptoms and underlying drivers of depression.
Our Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCC) and Registered Psychotherapists (RP) can help you to understand the emotional, relational, and nervous-system patterns that contribute to depression, and work with you to create meaningful, lasting change.
Wellspring provides science-based counselling, psychotherapy, and personal growth services in Vancouver, and province-wide in British Columbia. Founded in 2016, Wellspring is led by Alistair Gordon, RCC, UBC Adjunct Professor, published author, and the developer of both CorMorphosis™ Psychotherapy and Core Needs Therapy™ (CNT).
Meet our top-rated and diverse team of Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCC) & Registered Psychotherapists (RP). Book a free 15-minute consultation to discover how their approach can help you.
Why Choose Wellspring Counselling for Depression Therapy?
- Therapy Matched to You: CBT is an evidence-based treatment for depression. We also offer Emotion-Focused Therapy and other approaches tailored to your needs. When trauma or distressing memories are part of your concerns, your counsellor can discuss whether EMDR fits your treatment plan.
- Convenient Access: Vancouver-based therapy AND secure online counselling across BC means the right therapist is within reach, no matter where you live.
- Holistic Support: Depression impacts all areas of life. We help with relationships, work struggles, and your overall sense of self. Individual, couples, or even family sessions are available.
- Deep Expertise: Our team has advanced training in treating depression alongside co-occurring issues like anxiety, trauma, and life transitions that can make it worse.
Learn more about depression and its treatment from the National Institute of Mental Health, and EMDR for PTSD from the National Center for PTSD.
Schedule Your Initial 15-Min Call with One of Our Counsellors in Vancouver Today
Our Approach: Tailored to You
- Understanding Your Experience: We explore the combination of factors that may be contributing to your depression and work with you on a plan that fits your needs and goals.
- Personalized Tools: We help you develop skills for managing symptoms, recognize signs of worsening mood and plan next steps if symptoms return.
- Compassionate Collaboration: Therapy is a partnership. You’ll feel heard, validated, and empowered to build on your strengths while finding your way through the darkness.
Is Therapy Right for Me? Signs to Watch For
- Persistent sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness
- Loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed
- Changes in sleep patterns (sleeping too much or too little)
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- Unexplained physical symptoms (aches, digestive issues, etc.)
- Thoughts of death or suicide (seek immediate help if this is present!)
Goals for Depression Counselling
Your counselling goals depend on your circumstances and what matters to you. Topics you might work on together include:
- Daily life: Finding manageable ways to approach routines, activities and responsibilities when motivation or energy is low.
- Emotional patterns: Exploring self-criticism, disconnection or difficult experiences and how they affect your present life.
- Relationships and support: Talking about what you need, asking for support and understanding patterns of withdrawal or conflict.
- A plan you can review: Discussing what feels helpful, how your goals are changing and whether the plan needs to be adjusted.
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Mr. Gordon is someone that captures the spirit and the heart of active engagement. He is empathic, genuine and incorporates action and creative problem solving into his practice. I have no hesitation in recommending Mr. Gordon as an effective career and personal counsellor.
I had no experience with therapy and was unsure of the whole process. Alistair made everything very accessible and unintimidating. It was clear that he puts quite a lot of effort and preparation into every session. I'm so glad that I decided to do this, and could not have asked for a better person to help me with this. I would highly recommend Alistair to anyone who has ever thought that they might benefit from talking to a professional.
I am a young professional which for a long time now, has struggled with anxiety, insecurity, and difficulty in finding effective life coping mechanisms. Alistair was referred to me by a friend and upon the first meeting, I found Alistair to be empathetic, compassionate and intuitive. I have now been seeing Alistair regularly for 6 months and through that time my anxiety has significantly decreased, I have found effective methods of dealing with stress, found support dealing with identity issues, as well as finding inner strength to get through a tough break up. Alistair again and again, went the extra mile -thank you Alistair for your candor, openness and a safe space to get support. Thank you for playing such a large role in keeping me healthy and positive.
I have been working with Alistair Gordon as my counsellor at Wellspring for almost 6 months now and cannot begin to tell you how far I have come with his help. I have tried working with other counsellors and therapists in the past but never really found one that clicked for me. I always felt judged, unsupported, and rushed at those appointments until I booked my first appointment with Wellspring and with Allistair. To anyone on the fence about booking an appointment or engaging in therapy: if you are willing to do the work, you couldn't ask for a better partner in your healing journey.
When I decided to find a counsellor, I tried to find someone that I could relate to, someone that is like-minded and down-to-earth and with Alistair I really found the right person. He uses an integrative approach, showed me techniques to relax and get aware of my emotions, and helped me see things in a new perspective. Of course this is an ongoing process but I enjoy meeting and working with Alistair every time. The downtown office is a very neutral place - not too intimate, not too clinical - which is helpful to overcome apprehension, especially the first couple of times. What I find remarkable is that Alistair almost always knows what I'm trying to say, even if I can't put it into words. Working with Alistair helped me a lot and it was the right decision to put my trust in him.
Alistair really cares about you the person, and I could really feel him trying to tackle my challenges. He was also very available for off-session contact via text and email. I think he did a great job with confronting me where I needed it. Alistair always could remember the important peoples' names in my personal life, which really helped with talking about my problems. I really felt like I was talking to a friend.
Alistair is an awesome counsellor. He has been so helpful in working with me through some tough times in my life. He's always been available to chat with me in-between sessions. I'd recommend Alistair to anyone - he's really the ideal counsellor in my view.
I enjoy how sessions are collaborative where I can take the lead for the direction of what we talk about, and at the same time I know that Alistair will offer helpful guidance and insight along the way. I also like how we focus on the future instead of just the past. I find this to be empowering and helpful to move forward in life.
Alistair is an awesome counsellor. He has been so helpful in working with me through some tough times in my life. He's always been available to chat with me in-between sessions. I'd recommend Alistair to anyone - he's really the ideal counsellor in my view.
I have always felt very comfortable with Alistair. He has a calming presence, and you can tell he cares about being the best counsellor for you. He helps you with all aspects of your concern, and is always able to help me find a solution to the problem I'm having.
Alistair is an exceptionally talented counsellor and has always demonstrated strong ethics, great compassion, wisdom and respect for others. I highly recommend him as a counselling practitioner.
Ready to Prioritize Your Wellbeing? Book Your First Session at Wellspring Counselling in Vancouver Today!
Take the First Step Toward Feeling Like Yourself Again
Depression can make it feel hard to move, care, or imagine things improving. With the right support, it’s possible to understand what’s contributing to your depression and begin rebuilding energy, connection, and meaning at a pace that feels manageable.
Book a free 15-minute consultation to explore whether depression counselling at Wellspring is the right fit for you.
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You can explore the full range of counselling services and therapeutic approaches available at Wellspring if there is another goal or need you would like to find a service or approach for.
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