Signs of depression:
- Prolonged low mood
- Negative thoughts
- Worrying thoughts
- Self-blame
- Feelings of guilt
- Hopelessness
- Lack of motivation
- Lack of energy
- Difficulty with attention and keeping track of things
- Sleep disturbances
- Suicidal thoughts
- Anxiety
- Restlessness
What does it feel like to be depressed?
When you are depressed, it can feel as if a heavy blanket has been pulled over your life. Everything seems meaningless, and you may feel a deep emptiness – neither sad nor happy, just… nothing. Your thoughts go round in circles of self-blame, and you get the feeling that you are not good enough. It can feel as if you don't matter, as if you have nothing to give.
Things that used to be easy now seem overwhelming. Even small tasks can feel insurmountable. Many people withdraw, because being with others feels like too much, or perhaps pointless. At the same time, a constant sense of guilt may follow you – as if you ought to feel differently, as if you shouldn't be a burden to others.
I want you to know that depression is not something you have to struggle with alone. It is a heavy time, but that doesn't mean it has to last. Help is available, and together we can find the way back to a meaningful life.
Why do people become depressed?
Depression often develops as a result of prolonged stress, overload or difficult life experiences that we haven't processed. It can also happen if you have had low self-esteem – a feeling of not being good enough, which can lead you into a depressive state. Traumatic experiences, loss or being let down can help trigger depression, especially when we are left alone with our feelings.
I often see that depression can be the body's and mind's attempt to protect us, but it doesn't do so in a constructive way. It takes support and help to get out of that dark period, and I would like to help you understand what lies behind your depression, so you can begin to work your way through it.
Treating depression with me
I meet you with understanding and acceptance – right where you are. Together we look at the thoughts, feelings and patterns that have led to your depression, and why they have arisen. The aim is to help you meet them with care, while we also challenge the patterns that keep you stuck in low mood.
In treatment, we use concrete exercises that you can take with you and use in your everyday life. I help you work with both your feelings and your thoughts and discover what gives you energy and meaning. Together we make a plan, so you can find your way back to joy and vitality.
How do I book, and what does it cost?
Prices:
- DKK 1,100 per 50-minute session.
You can book a free introductory call through my booking system using the button below. Sessions are held in English, either in person at my practice near Aarhus or online by video.
If you have any questions, you are also welcome to send me a text message on +45 24 81 67 79 or an email to kontakt@marlenelyby.dk.
How do I work?
Trust and confidentiality
Starting a therapeutic process and opening up to someone you don't know can feel vulnerable. I understand that completely, and I take great care to create a safe and confidential space for your change. The focus of our conversations will vary, and nothing is too big or too small to bring up. I know that the relationship between us matters most, so the method is adapted to you – not the other way round.
Body and emotions
I work with relationships – both your relationships with others, such as your partner, children, siblings or parents, and your relationship with yourself. Relationships are central to how you relate to your emotions and your wellbeing. My aim is to help you understand your emotional patterns and give you tools that make it easier to live in the present and sense yourself with clarity.
The framework
I offer a free introductory call because I know that the relationship between us is crucial to your therapy. The course of therapy is adapted to your process, so there is no fixed recipe for how often we should meet or how many sessions you need. It depends on your needs and your progress.
Why in-person therapy?
Meeting in person creates a particularly present and safe setting for therapy. Here we can work directly with bodily signals, facial expressions and the energy in the room, which can be a valuable part of the process. I keep waiting times short, so you can get an appointment quickly – often within a week.