Overcoming Depression: Your Path to Wellness at Invicta Performance

Depression is more than just sadness. It’s a medical condition that can deeply affect your mood, sleep, focus, energy levels, and even your physical health. At Invicta Performance, our psychology services provide evidence-based treatments designed to help you overcome depression, build resilience, and rediscover joy in your daily life.

Understanding Depression

Depression is more than feeling sad — it affects your mood, energy, sleep, relationships, and daily functioning. Common signs and symptoms include:

• Persistent low mood or loss of interest in activities

• Fatigue, low motivation, or emotional “numbness”

• Difficulty concentrating or making decisions

• Sleep changes: insomnia or oversleeping

• Physical pain, tension, or headaches with no clear cause

• Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or hopelessness

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions, but it is also highly treatable with the right therapeutic support.

Evidence-Based Depression Treatment in Edmonton

At Invicta Performance, our registered psychologists — Shedean, Brittany, and Simran — use clinically proven approaches to help you understand, manage, and overcome depression:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Helps you identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.

EMDR TherapyEffective when depression is connected to trauma, past events, or emotional injury.

Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)Focuses on relationships, communication patterns, and social stress.

Mindfulness-Based TherapySupports emotional regulation, nervous system balance, and stress reduction.

Our goal is not just to reduce symptoms, but to help you regain confidence, function, and quality of life.

Why Choose Invicta Performance for Depression Counselling?

✔ Multidisciplinary CareAccess to psychology, physiotherapy, chiropractic care, massage, and nutrition — all under one roof. Mental and physical health are connected, and we treat the whole person.

✔ Personalized Treatment PlansNo generic programs. Your therapy is tailored to your history, goals, and how depression shows up in your life.

✔ Two Edmonton Locations + Virtual CareWestmount (124 Street) & Windermere, plus secure online sessions for flexibility and privacy.

✔ Direct Billing AvailableMany insurance plans cover psychology — we can bill most providers directly.

Taking the First Step

Reaching out for help is not a sign of weakness — it is the first step toward healing. Depression can feel isolating, but you do not have to navigate it alone. With the right therapist and the right approach, recovery is possible.

Building a Support System

Therapy works best when paired with connection. Support can come from:

• Trusted friends or family members

• Peer or group support

• Healthcare providers who understand your journey

Think about who you can lean on as you begin this process.

Self-Care That Supports Depression Recovery

Alongside therapy, simple daily habits can make a real difference:

• Regular physical activity

• Balanced nutrition

• Mindfulness, journaling, or breathwork

• Consistent sleep routine

• Reduced caffeine, alcohol, or screen stress at night

Small, steady changes can support the work you do in therapy.

👉 Book your psychology appointment today

To learn more about our psychology services, visit invictaperformance.com. Together, we can work towards a healthier, more active life.