Depression Therapy in Ajax and Across Ontario

Depression therapy at Mindful Comeback Therapy helps people with low mood, low motivation, Major Depressive Disorder, dysthymia and seasonal depression feel like themselves again. Rubina Gogna, Registered Psychotherapist, combines root level work with practical skills from ACT, DBT and CBT. Sessions are virtual anywhere in Ontario, or in person at our Ajax office.

What depression can feel like

Depression is not just sadness. It can feel like numbness, exhaustion, or losing interest in the things that used to matter. Some people keep functioning at work and at home while feeling empty inside.

Depression can show up as:

Low mood that lasts for weeks
Loss of motivation or drive
Feeling numb, flat or hopeless
Changes in sleep or appetite
Trouble concentrating or making decisions
Pulling away from people you care about
Harsh self criticism or guilt

Types of depression I support

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
Persistent Depressive Disorder (dysthymia)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Bipolar Disorder and other mood disorders, alongside your medical care
Burnout and low mood linked to work, school or big life changes

You do not need a diagnosis to start therapy. If low mood is affecting your work, relationships or how you see yourself, that is reason enough.

How we work on depression

We look at what keeps the low mood going: old beliefs about yourself, patterns in relationships, stress your body has carried for years, and habits that quietly drain your energy.

Psychodynamic and inner child work to understand where these patterns began
EMDR for painful experiences that still weigh on you
Behavioural activation and CBT to rebuild energy, routine and motivation one step at a time
ACT to reconnect with what matters to you

If medication might help, talk with your family doctor. I am happy to work alongside them.

What to expect

Your first step is a free 15 minute phone consult. Together we look at what is going on, what you have already tried, and what you want your life to feel like again. You leave each session with more clarity and one small, doable step for the week.

Sessions are virtual across Ontario, with in person sessions at my Ajax office.

If you are having thoughts of suicide, please call or text 988 right away, or go to your nearest emergency department.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know if it is depression and not just a rough patch?

Depression usually lasts two weeks or more and affects sleep, appetite, energy, concentration and interest in things you used to enjoy. In Ontario, depression is diagnosed by a physician, psychiatrist or psychologist, but you do not need a diagnosis to start therapy.

Can therapy help if I am already on medication?

Yes. Many people do best with both. Therapy works on the patterns, thoughts and life stressors that medication does not address.

What if I have tried therapy before and it did not help?

Many of my clients have. We go beyond talking about the problem, using approaches like EMDR and somatic work alongside practical skills, so change reaches more than just your thinking.

Is therapy available virtually in Ontario?

Yes. Virtual sessions are available to anyone located in Ontario, and in person sessions are at our Ajax office.

How much does therapy cost?

Individual intake sessions are $290 and ongoing sessions are $200. Sliding scale spots are offered when available.

Is therapy covered by insurance?

Sessions are eligible for reimbursement through most extended health plans that cover a Registered Psychotherapist. Receipts are provided after every session.

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Written by Rubina Gogna, Registered Psychotherapist, with over a decade of experience. Trained in EMDR and Somatic Experiencing. Sessions in English, Hindi and Punjabi. About Rubina