Life can feel lighter again
Counselling, CBT and hypnotherapy for depression and low mood, with steady, understanding support, one step at a time.
Therapy for depression and low mood in Fareham, Hampshire, and online
Compassionate help, whenever you are ready.
When everything feels grey and heavy, it can be hard to believe things will change. They can. With gentle, professional support through hypnotherapy, counselling, CBT and EMDR, many people find their way back to feeling like themselves again. You do not have to carry this alone.
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If you are struggling right now, please reach out
You deserve support, and help is available at any hour. If you are in crisis, or having thoughts of not wanting to be here, please do not wait for an appointment with us.
Samaritans free, day or night, on 116 123, or email jo@samaritans.org
Shout for free text support, by texting SHOUT to 85258
NHS 111 for urgent advice, or your own GP
999 in an emergency, or your nearest A&E
Depression looks different for everyone
It is a deeply personal experience, and no two people feel it in quite the same way. You might recognise some of this, gently, and without judgement.
A persistent low mood, sadness, or a heavy sense of emptiness.
Losing interest or pleasure in things you used to enjoy.
Tiredness, changes in sleep, or struggling to concentrate.
Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or low self-esteem.
Depression affects people of every kind. Men in particular can find the signs harder to spot in themselves, and are more likely to notice irritability, exhaustion or drinking more than they do sadness. Whatever you are feeling, reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Depression can be treated
This is the most important thing to know: depression responds well to the right support. Hypnotherapy, counselling, CBT and EMDR are all effective ways to lift the heaviness, challenge the thoughts that hold you down, and rebuild a sense of hope.
You can be seen in person at our Fareham practice, or online from the comfort of home, wherever you are in the UK. We also support people right across Hampshire, including Southampton, Portsmouth and Winchester.
Four proven ways we can help
There is no single right answer, so we match the approach to you, and often blend more than one. At your free consultation we listen with care, then guide you toward what will help most.
Hypnotherapy
Through deep relaxation, it helps ease negative thoughts and beliefs, lift low mood, and gently reconnect you with a sense of hope.
Counselling
A safe, confidential space to understand your depression, develop coping tools, and feel less alone as you make sense of things.
CBT
Helps you recognise and reframe the negative thought patterns that fuel low mood, and gently re-engage with life through positive steps.
EMDR
Where depression is linked to past events or trauma, EMDR helps the brain process those memories so they weigh less heavily on you now.
Gentle, personal, and at your pace
Reaching out can feel like a big step, especially when your energy is low. Our therapists are warm, experienced and completely without judgement. There is no pressure and no rush.
Together we work to understand what is behind how you are feeling, build coping tools that help day to day, and make gentle changes that can lift your mood over time. Many people are surprised to find hope returning, even when it felt out of reach.
“I had suffered from depression on and off for nine years. I was sceptical at first, but I picked up the phone, and I am so glad I did. A number of sessions later, I finally understood the reason behind it all, and I could start getting better. You can too. You cannot put a price on getting your life back. Do not give up, give it a go.”
Award-winning care from people who understand
Named Hampshire Practice of the Year 2025, with more than two decades of experience helping people through their darkest times and back to brighter ones.
How much does it cost?
Your initial consultation is free, with no obligation to book anything afterwards.
Initial 15 minute consultation
Per counselling session
Per hypnotherapy or CBT session
EMDR is £126 per session, or £480 for a block of four. All prices include VAT, and full details are on our fees page.
Looking for depression support near you?
Our practice is in Fareham, within easy reach of most of south Hampshire, with free parking outside.
Fareham
Arena Office, Lancaster Court, 8 Barnes Wallis Road, PO15 5TU.
Southampton & Portsmouth
Both around 15 to 20 minutes along the M27.
Winchester & Basingstoke
Straightforward down the M3, with clients travelling in regularly.
Online, UK-wide
Secure video sessions, which many find easier when energy is low.
Clients also travel from Gosport, Whiteley, Havant and Chichester.
Depression therapy FAQs
Can therapy really help my depression?
Yes. Depression responds well to the right support. Hypnotherapy, counselling, CBT and EMDR are all effective approaches, and often a blend works best. Everyone is different, so we tailor the help to you, and results vary from person to person.
Should I see my GP as well?
Yes, it is a good idea. Your GP can talk through all your options, including medication if appropriate, and we are very happy to work alongside your medical care. Therapy and medical support often work well together, and we would never suggest stopping anything you have been prescribed.
How do I know if I need urgent help rather than therapy?
If you are having thoughts of ending your life, or feel you may not be safe, that needs support today rather than an appointment in a week. Call Samaritans free on 116 123 at any hour, contact your GP or NHS 111, or go to A&E. Therapy is for the longer work, and it will still be here afterwards.
Which therapy is right for me?
You do not have to work that out alone. At your free consultation we listen to what you are going through, then help you choose the approach, or combination, that best fits your needs and how you like to work.
How much does it cost?
The initial consultation is free. Counselling is £72 per session, hypnotherapy and CBT are £90, and EMDR is £126 or £480 for a block of four. All prices include VAT.
What if I feel too low to explain it all?
That is completely understood, and very common. There is no pressure to have the right words or to share more than feels comfortable. Our therapists are gentle and patient, and we move entirely at your pace.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on your situation and how long you have been feeling this way. We will talk this through honestly at your free consultation so you have a realistic idea from the start.
Can I have sessions online?
Yes. You can be seen in person at our Fareham practice or online from anywhere in the UK. Many people find online sessions a comfortable way to begin, especially when energy or motivation is low.
Depression is a sensitive subject. If you are struggling personally, support is always available, including Samaritans free on 116 123 at any hour.
Brighter days are possible
Book a free, no-pressure consultation and we will listen, with warmth and without judgement, then help you find a way forward.