Less interest or pleasure
Things that once mattered may feel flat, distant or difficult to begin.
Low mood support
Online CBT for depression and low mood
When you are struggling with low mood, everyday tasks can feel more difficult and motivation can disappear. Therapy can help you understand what may be contributing to these feelings and take positive steps forward.
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Understanding your experience
How low mood can show up
Low mood can affect motivation, energy, sleep, appetite, concentration and how you see yourself or the future. Depression is not a personal failure, and support can begin with very small steps.
Low energy
Everyday tasks take more effort and rest may not feel restorative.
Harsh self-judgement
Thoughts become more critical, hopeless or focused on perceived failures.
Withdrawing
You may cancel plans, stop replying or spend more time alone even when isolation feels worse.
A practical way forward
How CBT can help with low mood
CBT can help you notice how withdrawal, reduced activity and unhelpful thinking interact with mood. Your therapist will work collaboratively, without pushing you faster than feels realistic.
Understand your personal low-mood cycle
Plan small, meaningful activities
Work with self-critical thinking
Strengthen routines, connection and support
Your questions
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers about starting online therapy for low mood.
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