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Depression Therapy in Colorado Springs

A safe place to rediscover your light—at your pace, and in your time.

You don’t have to pretend you're okay.

Our depression therapy provides a warm, affirming space to explore your pain, reconnect with your inner resilience, and take steps toward healing—no matter how small they may seem.

What is Depression?

Depression is not just sadness. It’s a whole-body experience—and it’s not your fault.

Depression is more than feeling down for a few days. It can show up as persistent fatigue, loss of motivation, hopelessness, withdrawal, irritability, or even unexplained physical symptoms. It can be shaped by trauma, life transitions, grief, cultural or systemic pressures—or appear without a clear cause at all.

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Depression Therapy with Vivus Counseling

Depression is a real, treatable condition—not a weakness.

We understand how depression can be shaped by cultural identity, family history, and past experiences. Our therapy offers support, perspective, and real tools to help you begin again.

Starting therapy doesn’t mean you have to be “ready.” It just means you’re willing to explore something different. And that’s enough.

Here’s how we begin:

  1. Schedule a Consultation – Reach out by phone or online to get started.
  2. Complete Intake Paperwork – Helps us understand your story and goals.
  3. Attend Your Intake Session – A welcoming conversation with your therapist.
  4. Create a Personalized Treatment Plan – Tailored to your needs, symptoms, and pace.
  5. Start Weekly Sessions – Meet regularly to build tools, reflect, and heal.

Session Structure:

  • 50–60 minutes weekly
  • Treatment typically lasts 8–12 sessions, with flexibility based on your goals

At Vivus, we don’t treat depression as a one-size-fits-all diagnosis. We know that every person’s experience is different. That’s why our therapy is personalized, culturally responsive, and grounded in empathy and clinical excellence.

We draw from:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills
  • Mindfulness and grounding techniques
  • Psychoeducation and trauma-informed care

Our therapists gently support you in understanding where depression comes from, how it’s showing up, and what you can do to feel more like yourself again.

Accepted Insurance:

  • Medicaid (CCHA)
  • Colorado Access
  • RMHP
  • Carelon/Beacon
  • United Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Aetna

Private Pay: $150/session

Sliding Scale & Payment Plans: Available to ensure accessibility.

Court-Ordered Counseling: Includes all required documentation, treatment summaries, and compliance reports as needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Depression

We know you have lots of questions. Hopefully here are a few answers.

It’s okay to wonder. Many clients find that being truly heard, learning coping skills, and breaking isolation can make a significant difference—sometimes sooner than expected.

No. You are always in control. We honor your boundaries and build trust together, moving only at your pace.

Not at all. Some people choose to explore medication as part of their healing; others don’t. We’ll support whatever path feels right for you.

Vivus supports adolescents (13+), adults, and seniors navigating:

  • Mild to severe depression
  • Co-occurring challenges like anxiety, trauma, grief, postpartum issues, or chronic illness
  • Major life transitions (divorce, job loss, illness, aging)
  • Court-ordered or family law-related counseling

You don’t need to be in crisis to seek support. Therapy is for anyone who feels like they’re carrying too much, for too long.

Depression therapy isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about building something sustainable. Clients who work with us often experience:

  • Greater emotional clarity and calm
  • Less intense or frequent negative thoughts
  • More restful sleep and balanced energy
  • Reconnection with loved ones and daily life
  • A stronger sense of self-worth, direction, and hope

Start Your Healing Journey

There is no “right way” to heal—only your way.

Reach out today to schedule your free 15-minute alignment chat. Asking for help is one of the strongest things you can do.

Therapy that honors your story

Healing Starts with Being Seen

Your initial 15-minute alignment chat is free, confidential and there’s no obligation.