Therapy for Depression in Charleston, SC

Helping You Find Hope, Healing, And A Way Forward

Depression can feel like a silent battle, a constant weight that others might not see, but you feel every single day. It can steal your energy, your confidence, and your ability to enjoy life. Maybe it shows up as exhaustion, irritability, or a fog that makes it hard to think clearly. Maybe you’ve stopped recognizing yourself, or you’re questioning if things will ever get better. Some days might feel impossible, and that’s not your fault.

If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken a brave first step.

At Waterfall Wellness Center, we provide evidence-based therapy for depression designed to help you get unstuck. We’ll work with you to understand what’s fueling the sadness, build healthier coping tools, and gently challenge the patterns keeping you stuck. This isn’t about quick fixes. It’s about creating lasting change and finding your way back to yourself.

There’s no shame in asking for help. In fact, it’s one of the strongest and most hopeful things you can do. Healing is possible, and it can start with a single conversation.

therapy for depression in Charleston, SC

How We Help

Depression doesn’t look the same for everyone, which is why our treatment approach will be specific based on your individual needs. Our approach may include:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Identify and shift negative thought patterns that fuel depression.

  • Behavioral Activation: Learn how to rebuild motivation and reconnect with activities that bring joy and purpose.

  • Mindfulness & Self-Compassion Work: Develop techniques to quiet self-criticism and foster self-kindness.

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Build skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness to manage depression.

  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT): Address unhelpful thought patterns related to past trauma that may be contributing to depression.

  • Solution-Focused Therapy: Focus on strengths and small, achievable steps to create positive change.

  • Trauma-Informed Therapy & EMDR: Address past experiences that may be contributing to your current struggles.

therapy for depression in Charleston, SC

Signs of Depression:

Depression can show up in many ways. You might be experiencing:

  • Persistent sadness or hopelessness

  • Fatigue or lack of motivation

  • Changes in sleep or appetite

  • Difficulty concentrating or making decisions

  • Feeling disconnected or numb

  • Irritability or unexplained anger

  • Loss of interest in things you used to enjoy

  • Thoughts of self-doubt, worthlessness, or even self-harm

Talk to a Depression Therapist in Charleston, SC

If you are interested in working together, or simply would like to learn more, please fill out the contact form and we can get you scheduled for a free phone consultation.