Depression Therapy & Mood Support in Arvada, CO

You Don’t Have to Navigate the Darkness Alone

When the path forward feels impossible to see, we act as a steady guide. At 70 West Counseling, let us help you find your footing, restore your vitality, and move toward a future that feels meaningful again.

When The Fog Won’t Lift

It is natural to experience seasons of sadness. But when the days blur together and you find yourself feeling sad all the time, the isolation can feel overwhelming. If your energy has faded into a lack of motivation or you feel disconnected from the things you once loved—you are not alone.

Many people in Arvada and across the Front Range experience clinical depression—including Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)—not just as sadness, but as a heavy weight or a fog that simply won’t clear.

The vital truth? You don’t have to wait for the storm to pass on its own. Through professional depression therapy here in Arvada, you can find your footing and rediscover the vitality you’ve been missing.

Recognizing the Signs of Clinical Depression & MDD

“According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), recognizing these signs early is key to recovery.”

While everyone experiences sadness, clinical depression persists. Recognizing these common symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is the first step toward finding relief.

Behavioral Changes & Withdrawal

• Isolating from friends, family, and support systems

• Loss of interest in hobbies, sex, or activities you used to enjoy (Anhedonia)

• Neglecting responsibilities or personal care

• Increased use of alcohol or substances to cope

• Procrastinating due to a lack of motivation

Depression, Withdrawal & Social Isolation

One of the most subtle ways clinical depression takes hold is through withdrawal. You may find yourself pulling away from the world, not out of choice, but out of necessity.

You may:

• Cancel plans not because you want to, but because the lack of motivation makes the effort feel impossible.
• Isolate yourself to hide your pain or avoid feeling like a burden to others.
• Lose interest in the hobbies and passions that used to light you up.

These behaviors often feel like a necessary way to conserve energy—but over time, they deepen the sense of loneliness. Depression counseling helps you gently reverse this cycle and reconnect with the world around you.

Mood Disorders & Bipolar Support

Depression is often a steady low, but for many, the struggle is the volatility. If you feel like you are living on an emotional rollercoaster—swinging between periods of intense energy and deep lows—you may be navigating a mood disorder.

Emotional Regulation & Stability

Living with intense emotions can feel exhausting. You may find yourself reacting explosively to small triggers or struggling to “come down” from high stress. Our goal isn’t just to lift your mood, but to help you find stability.

• Learn to recognize emotional triggers early.
• Develop skills to regulate intense feelings.
• Find a middle ground between the highs and lows.

Finding Your Way Forward: Treatment for Depression & Mood Disorders

Recovery is not a straight line, but you do not have to walk it alone. We use evidence-based methods to help you break the cycle of sadness and instability to rebuild a life of connection.

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): We use CBT to help you identify the “inner critic,” challenge negative thought patterns, and regulate the intense highs and lows of your mood.
• Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT): Values-based work helps you identify your “true north” and take small, actionable steps toward a meaningful life, whether you are feeling low motivation or overwhelmed by energy.
• Mindfulness & Somatic Therapy: Mood disorders often disconnect you from the present moment. These tools help you ground yourself, stabilize your nervous system, and reconnect with your body.