Depression can feel like a heavy cloud, overshadowing your energy, thoughts, and outlook on the world. At Curious Mind Counseling, we are here to help you move through the darkness with care that is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to your unique needs. You don’t have to face depression alone. Together, we can work toward rediscovering a path that feels lighter, more meaningful, and full of hope.
Located in Oregon, we offer virtual therapy options for clients across Florida and Oregon, ensuring help is always accessible when you need it most.
Understanding Depression and How Counseling Can Help
Depression is more than just feeling sad or unmotivated for a few days. It can deeply impact every part of your life, making it difficult to get out of bed, focus on tasks, or connect with loved ones. It might sap the joy from activities you once loved or make it hard to see a brighter future. Depression can express itself in ways such as persistent hopelessness, fatigue, changes in appetite, and even physical discomfort.
The good news is that depression is treatable. Through compassionate counseling, you can explore the root causes of your feelings, challenge patterns of negative thinking, and take meaningful steps toward healing.
Is Depression Counseling Right for You?
If you’re feeling weighed down or stuck in a cycle of sadness, therapy could provide the support and tools you need to move forward.
Signs that counseling for depression might benefit you include:
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Ongoing feelings of sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness
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Loss of interest or pleasure in activities or relationships you usually value
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Difficulty sleeping, significant changes in appetite, or energy loss
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Trouble concentrating or making decisions
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Irritability, guilt, or feelings of worthlessness
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Thoughts of self-harm or feeling like life is too overwhelming
Each person’s experience with depression is unique, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. At Curious Mind Counseling, we’re committed to understanding your story, meeting you where you are, and working at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
Our therapeutic approaches include:
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Develop the ability to sit with difficult emotions while aligning your actions with the values that matter most to you.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Identify and reframe negative thinking patterns that perpetuate depression, creating space for more balanced and constructive thoughts.
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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT): Build skills to regulate emotions, improve interpersonal relationships, and stay present even during challenging moments.
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Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT): Focus on strengths, set achievable goals, and identify practical solutions that help move you toward a more fulfilling, hopeful life.
Depression Counseling Online
We understand how important flexibility is when seeking therapy. To make our services as accessible as possible, we offer:
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Virtual Therapy: Easily connect with a licensed therapist from the privacy and convenience of your home, with options available across Florida and Oregon
Why Choose Curious Mind Counseling?
Navigating depression is hard, but finding a therapist who truly listens and understands can make all the difference. At Curious Mind Counseling, we create an environment where you feel seen, respected, and empowered to forge a new path forward. Griffin’s expertise in working with depression, combined with evidence-based methods, ensures you’ll receive care that’s both compassionate and results-driven.
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Our mission is to help you reclaim joy, confidence, and purpose in your daily life. Every step of your healing matters, and we’re here to walk with you.
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Start Your Journey Today
Taking the first step toward therapy is a powerful act of self-care. If you’re ready to start reclaiming your life from depression, Curious Mind Counseling is here to support you.
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Reach out today to schedule a consultation and learn how depression counseling can help you take back control of your life. With in-person offered in the Portland Metro area and virtual therapy options for clients throughout Florida and Oregon, we’re committed to helping you heal.
Your struggles don’t define you. Your future can be brighter. Hope starts here.
Meet Your Therapist
Griffin Oakley, MSCP, NCC, LMHC, LPC
Griffin Oakley brings both expertise and empathy to every session. With a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology and dual licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oregon, Griffin has the education and credentials to provide the highest standard of care.
Griffin is a board-certified therapist with extensive experience in trauma-informed care. He brings a compassionate, inclusive approach to his work, creating a safe space for clients of all genders, races and sexual orientations. Griffin has also completed certification in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), equipping him with advanced skills to support clients through complex emotional and mental health challenges. His dedication to evidence-based practices ensures personalized care that fosters growth, healing, and resilience.
