The goal of AKUA’s psychotherapy approach is to recognize any underlying triggers associated with depression and to develop positive coping skills to avoid and overcome depressive symptoms.

• Major depressive disorder (clinical depression)
• Persistent depressive disorder
• Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
• Psychotic depression
• Postpartum depression
• Seasonal affective disorder

• Feelings of sadness & irritability most of the day, nearly every day
• Loss of interest in most activities once enjoyed
• Weight loss or gain or changes in appetite
• Trouble falling asleep, staying asleep or want to sleep more than usual
• Feelings of restlessness, experiencing tremors or meaningless movements
• Feeling unusually tired and a lack of energy
• Feeling of worthlessness or guilt
• Difficulty in concentrating, thinking, or making decisions
• Thoughts of harming oneself or committing suicide