“I have been feeling extremely depressed since my mother passed away. Do I need some therapy?”

Yes, this is a period of grieving you have to move though. A counselor will help you heal, grief groups will also help you heal. Many cities have a Hospice organization that will encourage group therapy for those who are experiencing grief of a passed on loved one. Many groups have low or no fees to attend.

The loss of a loved one is very difficult and takes time to heal. You can start by remembering the good times you had with them. Also, try talking to someone you like and trust daily, Last, but not least, counseling sessions help if necessary.

I’m so sorry for your loss. It can be extremely challenging when you lose someone you love and who has been there for you for so long. Grief is not a linear process. You will have ups and downs. If it is affecting your functioning and you are feeling very low, it can help to have a professional counselor to support you as you process through these strong emotions. It also helps to not feel so alone and can alleviate some of your depression. It might be good to find an Expressive therapist who uses creative methods to work through your feelings. I am attaching an article for you to check out about how art can aid in the healing of grief:

https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/how-art-heals-grief-0327125/