Depression isn’t always visible.
Depression can affect your energy, motivation, relationships and the way you see yourself. Therapy offers a space to understand what’s happening beneath the surface and begin moving forward, one step at a time. You don’t have to face it alone.
Depression has many faces.
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Depression isn’t simply sadness.
It can affect motivation, concentration, relationships, sleep and even the ability to enjoy things that once mattered.
Many people are surprised to discover they’re not “lazy” or “broken.” They’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or carrying more than they realise.
Depression isn’t laziness.
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Many people describe themselves as lazy when they’re actually exhausted.
Even small tasks begin to feel overwhelming.
Therapy helps you understand
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- Why motivation disappears
- Loss of pleasure
- Self-critical thinking
- The cycle of avoidance
- Behavioural activation
- Rebuilding daily routines
Depression doesn’t always look like this.
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Many people still…
✓ Go to work
✓ Care for children
✓ Smile
✓ Reply to messages
✓ Make jokes
…while privately feeling exhausted.
Depression can make it feel as though nothing will ever change. Therapy gently challenges that story.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need medication?
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Sometimes medication can be helpful. Therapy and medication often work well together, but many people also benefit from therapy on its own.
What if I don’t feel anything?
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Emotional numbness is a common part of depression. We don’t have to force feelings. We’ll begin wherever you are.
What if I can’t get out of bed?
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We start small. Therapy isn’t about expecting huge changes overnight. Even small steps matter.
What if talking about it makes me feel worse?
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Sometimes difficult emotions come up, but therapy aims to help you understand them—not leave you alone with them.
You may also find these helpful.
Many people experiencing depression also work with anxiety, self-esteem, relationship difficulties and burnout.
A note from me
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Many people worry they’ll have to convince me that they’re struggling enough.
You don’t.
If life has started to feel heavy, even if you can’t explain why, that’s enough reason to talk.
We simply begin there.
— Gino
Why people choose to work with me
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✓ Warm, collaborative approach
✓ Practical evidence-based therapy
✓ English & Thai
✓ LGBTQ+ affirming
✓ Online worldwide
✓ Bangkok office
✓ Individual & Couples
✓ Experienced with relationship difficulties, anxiety and self-esteem
You don’t have to feel better before asking for help.
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Sometimes hope comes after taking the first step.
It’s letting someone carry it with you for a while.
Every therapeutic relationship starts with a conversation.