From the outside, your life probably looks fine. Maybe even good. The house, the career, the family routine. But inside, something's off. You're going through the motions. The energy isn't there. The motivation that used to drive you has faded. You're functional, but you're not actually living.
If any of that sounds familiar, you don't have to keep pushing through it alone. Let's talk.
Jesse Cynamon, RP (CRPO #10979) · Last Updated: December 2024
No months-long waitlist. Most clients start within days.
Session from home in Oak Ridges, Mill Pond, or Elgin Mills.
After work and after the commute. When life actually allows.
Provided for all Ontario insurance plans and benefits.
Depression isn't weakness or a character flaw—it's one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. Understanding the scope helps reduce stigma and encourages action.
Canadians will experience major depression at some point in their lives. You are not alone in this. (Source: CMHA)
Of people with depression respond positively to evidence-based treatments like ACT and CBT. Recovery is possible. (Source: APA)
Of Canadians with depression receive adequate treatment. Most people don't get the help they need and deserve. (Source: CMHA)
Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide, affecting over 280 million people globally. (Source: WHO)
You're doing everything you're supposed to, but nothing feels right. You get up. You handle the responsibilities. You go through the motions of a good life. But there's this emptiness that follows you everywhere. The weekends don't feel restorative. Even the things you used to enjoy feel flat now.
You're exhausted, but you can't explain why. It's not like you're doing more than usual. If anything, you're pulling back. But even small tasks feel like they take everything you've got. Getting through the day uses up all your energy, and you're left with nothing for the things that matter.
You're carrying expectations that feel impossible. From family, from work, from the life you've built. Maybe there's cultural pressure you've internalized. Maybe you're living someone else's version of success. Whatever it is, there's a gap between who you are and who you feel like you should be.
You've thought about getting help, but something keeps stopping you. Maybe it feels like admitting defeat. Maybe you're not sure it's "bad enough" to warrant therapy. Maybe the idea of adding another thing to your life sounds exhausting. I get it. All of those things make sense.
If any of this lands, you're not broken. Depression isn't a character flaw. It's something that happens, and it's something we can work on together.
Depression therapy isn't about forcing yourself to think positive thoughts. It's not about pretending to feel better or just talking about your problems without anything changing.
Here's what I've seen in my work with clients from Richmond Hill and across the GTA: depression usually has roots that make sense. Sometimes it's life circumstances. Sometimes it's accumulated stress and the weight of expectations. Sometimes it's a disconnect between how you're living and what you actually value. Understanding the roots doesn't make it disappear, but it helps us know where to focus.
I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which is an evidence-based approach that focuses on building a meaningful life even when difficult feelings are present. But the specific approach matters less than whether we actually connect and whether our conversations help you move forward.
The goal isn't to feel happy all the time. That's not realistic. The goal is to feel connected to your life again, to have energy for the things that matter, to stop just going through the motions.
I offer virtual therapy exclusively. For Richmond Hill residents, this means you're not adding another trip to your already full schedule. No driving to an office, no sitting in a waiting room, no fighting traffic on Highway 7 or the 404.
When you're dealing with depression, even small barriers can feel impossible. Virtual therapy removes some of those barriers. You connect from wherever you're comfortable. Your home office. A quiet room after the house is quiet. Wherever you can actually focus.
I've been doing virtual therapy for years. For some clients, especially those dealing with depression, it actually works better than in-person. The energy required to show up is lower, and you're in your own space, which can make it easier to be open.
Serving Richmond Hill and all areas including Oak Ridges, Mill Pond, Elgin Mills, Jefferson, Bayview Hill, and Langstaff. But honestly, location doesn't matter. If you're anywhere in Ontario, we can work together.
15 minutes to see if we're a good fit. No commitment. Just a conversation.
We'll talk about what brought you here. No pressure to have it all figured out.
We meet regularly and work together at whatever pace makes sense for you.
When you're dealing with depression, just reaching out can feel like a lot. You don't need to have energy or motivation figured out before we start. That's part of what we work on together.
Session rates are $175. I provide insurance receipts for all major Ontario insurance providers. Many Richmond Hill residents have coverage through employer benefit plans or private insurance that covers psychotherapy.
I offer virtual therapy exclusively, which works well for Richmond Hill residents whether you're at home in Oak Ridges, Mill Pond, or near Yonge Street. You connect from wherever you're comfortable, without adding to your schedule.
Most clients get their first session within the same week of reaching out. I know that reaching out for help with depression takes a lot. You shouldn't have to wait months after taking that step.
I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and person-centred approaches. It's not about forcing positivity or just talking about your problems. It's about understanding what's happening and finding a way forward that works for you.
That's okay. You don't need a diagnosis to start therapy. If you're feeling stuck, low, disconnected, or like you're just going through the motions, that's enough. We figure out the rest together.
Most people I work with haven't. The first session is really just about getting to know each other. You don't need to have anything figured out or know what to say. That's my job to help guide.
If anything on this page resonated, the next step is a free 15-minute consultation. No pressure, no commitment. Just a conversation to see if working together makes sense.