Individual Therapy for Depression & Low Mood — In-Person & Virtual
Depression & Low Mood Therapy in Mississauga, Ontario
You don't have to keep feeling this way.
You Deserve to Feel Better
Depression has a way of making everything feel heavier — getting out of bed, returning a text, imagining a future that feels worth moving toward. It convinces you that this is just how things are now.
It's not.
I'm Terence To, a Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW) with over 7 years of clinical experience providing depression therapy in Mississauga and virtually across Ontario. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) — an approach that doesn't just target symptom reduction, but helps you reconnect with what makes life feel worth engaging with again.
Whether you're dealing with persistent low mood, loss of motivation, or a deeper sense of hopelessness, depression counselling can be a place where real change begins.
Serving clients in-person in Mississauga (Argentia Road, near Meadowvale) and virtually across Ontario. Direct billing available through Green Shield and Blue Cross.
What Depression Actually Looks Like:
Depression doesn't always look like sadness. Sometimes it's numbness, going through the motions, or feeling like a version of yourself is missing. It's more than a rough patch — but it also responds well to the right support.
Common signs I work with clients on include:
Persistent low mood or a sense of emptiness
Loss of interest in things that used to matter
Fatigue, low motivation, or difficulty getting through basic tasks
Trouble concentrating or making decisions
Feelings of hopelessness, guilt, or worthlessness
Withdrawing from relationships and routines
If several of these sound familiar and they've lasted for weeks or longer, therapy for depression can help — whether this is your first time reaching out or you've tried other approaches before.
Depression Comes in Different Forms:
High-functioning depression. You're still showing up — work, responsibilities, appearances — while feeling empty or exhausted underneath. Because things look fine from the outside, it's easy to dismiss what you're carrying, or feel like you don't have the right to struggle.
Atypical depression. Oversleeping instead of insomnia. Heaviness in your arms and legs. Feeling okay for a moment when something good happens, then sinking again. It doesn't match the textbook picture, so it often goes unrecognized.
Postpartum and perinatal mood changes. New parents can experience persistent low mood, guilt, or disconnection that goes beyond "baby blues" — and it's common, treatable, and nothing to be ashamed of.
If you see yourself in any of these, it's worth talking to someone — even if you don't fit the classic picture of depression.
Here's what tends to shift when we work together:
You'll stop fighting the pain. Depression brings real emotional weight. Instead of adding a second struggle on top of it — trying to push it away or outthink it — you'll learn to meet it differently, which often makes it lighter to carry.
You'll feel more present, less stuck in your head. Depression pulls attention toward past regrets and future worries. Mindfulness helps you notice what's actually here, right now, so those thoughts have less pull.
You'll create distance from the negative self-talk. The critical, hopeless thoughts won't vanish overnight, but you'll learn to see them as thoughts passing through — not facts about you or your life.
You'll reconnect with what actually matters to you. Depression narrows life down to just getting through the day. We'll work on identifying what you actually value, so there's something to move toward, not just symptoms to move away from.
You'll start doing things again, even in small ways. Motivation often comes after action, not before it. We'll build small, doable steps back into your routine — proven to ease depressive symptoms even before motivation catches up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does depression therapy take to work? Many clients notice shifts in how they relate to difficult thoughts and feelings within the first several sessions, though the pace of change depends on how long symptoms have been present and what else is going on in your life. We'll check in regularly on progress.
Do you offer virtual depression counselling in Ontario? Yes. I offer virtual sessions to clients anywhere in Ontario, as well as in-person sessions at my Mississauga office near Meadowvale.
Is depression therapy covered by insurance? Sessions with a Registered Social Worker (RSW) are covered under most extended health benefit plans. I direct bill Green Shield and Blue Cross, and can provide receipts for other insurers.
What's the difference between therapy and medication for depression? Therapy and medication can work well independently or together. I'm not able to prescribe medication, but I'm happy to work alongside your family doctor or psychiatrist if you're pursuing both.
Do I need a referral to start depression therapy? No referral is needed. You can book a free consultation directly.
Take the First Step
Depression thrives in isolation. Reaching out is one of the hardest and most important things you can do.
I offer a free 20-minute consultation — a low-stakes chance to talk about what you're going through and explore whether working together makes sense.
In-person sessions available in Mississauga. Virtual therapy available across Ontario.