Depression · online video sessions
Am I depressed?
Depression isn't just sadness. It can feel like numbness, heaviness, or losing interest in things that used to matter. Sometimes it looks like withdrawing from people, or pushing through the day while nothing feels rewarding.
Want a read on where you are first? Take the free PHQ-9 self-test.
Komel Kaur
Psychotherapist + Executive Coach
M.A. Psychology
CBT and DBT trained psychotherapist
5 languages
English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, Kashmiri
60-minute sessions
Online video, times shown on your own clock
No payment to request
Ask for a time first, pay once it is confirmed
Reviewed by Komel Kaur, psychotherapist and executive coach, M.A. Psychology
Last reviewed 20 August 2026
What it can feel like
Depression can be invisible. You might still show up to work, care for family, and keep commitments - while feeling like you're operating at 40%. Or it might feel impossible to get out of bed. Both are real.
Many people describe it as a heaviness, a fog, or a flatness. Things that once brought joy feel distant. The future feels hard to imagine. If this has been going on for more than two weeks, it's worth paying attention to.
Common signs
- ·Low mood most of the day, nearly every day
- ·Loss of interest or pleasure in things you used to enjoy
- ·Significant changes in sleep or appetite
- ·Fatigue or low energy
- ·Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt
- ·Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- ·Restlessness or moving more slowly than usual
- ·Thoughts of death or self-harm
Start with a free self-check
The screeners below are the same ones used in clinics worldwide. They're free, private, and take a few minutes. Your results appear on screen immediately.
Depression · Primary screener
Depression Self-Test
The modern clinical standard for depression screening. 9 questions, about 3 minutes.
What therapy for depression looks like
I work with adults to understand the patterns underneath low mood - thoughts, relationships, life circumstances, and what has or hasn't helped before. We move at a pace that feels possible.
- ●CBT and behavioral activation to rebuild momentum
- ●Exploring the roots of low mood without judgment
- ●Practical tools for sleep, energy, and daily structure
- ●A clear plan and regular check-ins on progress
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Common questions
Is the PHQ-9 a diagnosis?
No. The PHQ-9 is a screening tool that measures how much depression has been affecting you over the last two weeks. A higher score suggests it's worth speaking with a mental health professional; it does not diagnose depression on its own.
How long does the depression test take?
The PHQ-9 has nine questions and takes most people about two minutes. You get your results on screen immediately, and you can choose to have them emailed to you.
Can therapy really help with depression?
Yes. For many people, therapy is as effective as medication, and the two together can be even more effective. The right approach depends on the person, the severity, and what has been tried before.
What if I have thoughts of self-harm?
If you're having thoughts of harming yourself or feel unsafe, please contact your local emergency service or a crisis line right away. This practice is not set up for acute crisis support. Once you're safe, we can talk about ongoing therapy.
How it works
Three steps, about five minutes.
No waiting list, no phone tag, no chasing a reply. You can have a time requested before you close this page, and nothing is paid until it is confirmed.
01
Pick a session and a time
Choose the session you want and a slot that suits you. Times are shown on your own clock, and evening slots are open.
02
Request it, no payment yet
Leave a few details and send the request. The slot is held for you while Komel confirms she is the right fit.
03
Confirm and get your Meet link
Komel sends a payment link for that session. Once it is paid, the Google Meet link lands in your inbox.
Sessions and pricing
Pick the session that fits, then a time.
Intro consultation
30 minutes
USD 35
One-off, no commitment
A short first conversation to see if we're a fit.
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Full session
60 minutes
USD 70USD 49
New client offerOne-off, no commitment
A complete therapy hour, one to one.
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Most chosen5-session plan
60 minutes
USD 49per session
Save 30% per sessionNothing upfront, pay one session at a time
Five hours of real work at the lower rate the whole way through.
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Couples session
60 minutes, for two
USD 120USD 99
New client offerOne-off, no commitment
One hour with both partners on the same video call.
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From the practice
What Komel writes about, week to week.
When this is not the right fit
Komel is a psychotherapist and executive coach based in the UAE, working online worldwide. Sessions are private and self-funded, and cannot be claimed on local insurance or used for legal, medical or workplace reports. She does not prescribe or manage medication.
This is not an emergency service. If you are in immediate danger, use a local crisis line rather than a booking request. Her credentials and training and the full scope of practice are published.