Counsellors for Depression

We are here to help

Have you ever felt numb, frustrated or hopeless?  More than 300 million people worldwide suffer from Depression, so you are not alone.    

Getting stuck in depressed cycles often leads to:

• Worsening mood Longer periods of feeling numb
• Further isolation and disconnection
• Unable to have fun or play
• Career stagnation
• Greater risk of financial problems
• Homes falling into disrepair
• Additional physical health problems
• Aches and pains
• Chronic fatigue

Does your mind give you a hard time, judging, criticising and calling you names?

Who are we?

With years of experience in psychotherapy, our team has successfully helped clients overcome their challenges and achieve emotional well-being.  We’ve had the privilege of helping 1000s of people suffering from constant stress, burnout, anxiety, OCD, depression, and PTSD recover when they’d lost all hope. We’ve supported people through grief, loss of health and relationship breakdown when they didn’t know which way to turn.

We could help you too.

We know that managing mental health can be overwhelming at any age, and we are here to provide the support, care and strategies you need.

Founded by Jim Lucas in 2016, Openforwards provides therapy in Birmingham, UK. We’ve won awards for being the best cognitive behavioural therapy provider in the West Midlands and for digital mental health care innovations. Jim has spoken on BBC radio, offering advice about mental health, and was featured on the TV programme Twinstitute with Dr Chris and Xand Van Tulleken.

98% of our clients would recommend our services to their loved ones.*

*based on results from feedback questionnaires at the end of therapy.

How therapy works

Book a Consultation

We listen to your concerns and discuss the issues affecting you or your family to help you align your habits with your deepest convictions.

Personalised Therapy

We create a customized plan based on your unique needs, whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, or life transitions.

Grow & Thrive

Through therapy, you will develop the tools and strategies to overcome life’s challenges and feel more connected, calm, and in control.

Why choose our depression counselling service?

At Openforwards CBT Therapy Birmingham, we know you want to be more energised and motivated.  To do that, you need the tools to lift your mood, sharpen your focus and develop the clear-mindedness to get stuff done.

The problem is that a lack of drive to take care of your daily tasks, withdrawal from friends, and growing health concerns can leave you feeling numb, frustrated and depressed.  Everyone deserves to feel emotionally strong, but depression can rob you of your lifeforce. This is why our therapists, counsellors and psychologists will fully equip you to reach your goals. 

Our team of expert psychotherapists use a range of evidence-based therapies so you can cope better and live a happier and more fulfilling life.

How does depression counselling work?

Many people we’ve helped with depression describe wanting to feel normal again. They want to be how they used to be and return to their old selves. They want to feel like they can cope with work demands, relationships, parenting, going out and getting up on time.

We help by teaching you ways to lift your mood and reduce depression. We can help you with the following:

• Build up your motivation and energy.
• Get into a better routine.
• Increase your confidence and desire to see people again
• Cope with the demands of work
• Reduce self-criticism
• (If needed) Create a plan to deal with thoughts of killing yourself

Feeling Suicidal? Here is what to do

If you’re feeling suicidal, we want to help you in the best way possible. We don’t rush in or overreact. We can arrange it if you need to see a doctor or a crisis team. A lot of the time, people need a space to talk about it. Everyone’s situation is different, and we’ll focus together on what will be most helpful.

Our therapists in Birmingham aim to get to the root of your depression. You’ll have the opportunity to explore what’s happened in your past that made you vulnerable to depression. We can use this understanding to look at how you cope and its impact on your mood and build new strategies that give you better stability.

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) can leave their mark on you even when you are older. It can cause anxiety, depression and trust issues. You may want to understand more about the impact of these experiences. Our therapists are skilled and experienced in this area, and they can offer you the support you’ll need to get past them.

Can I book an appointment to see a Depression Counsellor?

Successful treatment of more severe depression often depends on working closely with a therapist. We offer therapy both in-person locally in Birmingham and remotely online using video. Get in touch to find out how treatment works and session prices, and meet our team of therapists.