Do I have depression?
If that question keeps circling back, you're not alone. And you don't have to sit with the not-knowing. A few minutes and a validated screening tool can give you a clearer picture of what's going on, plus an actual next step.
Everyone feels down sometimes. Depression becomes a disorder when the low mood settles in for weeks, drains your interest in things you used to enjoy, or hollows out your energy, sleep, and appetite. A heaviness that doesn't lift, a quiet numbness, or the sense that nothing quite matters. These are signals worth listening to, not something to push through.
Not sure if this is depression?
Take the free PHQ-9 screening, one of the most widely used clinical tools for identifying depression symptoms.
- This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis.
- Your results come with personalized recommendations.
Talk to someone who treats depression every day
All Saya psychologists are PRC-licensed (RPsy) and use evidence-based approaches like CBT, behavioral activation, and IPT for depression.
Psychologist · RPsy
Sarrah Pedrosa, RPsy
English, Filipino, Bisaya
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Psychologist · RPsy
Melany Heger, RPsy
English, Filipino
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Cheska Balagtas, RPsy
English, Filipino
View ProfileQuestions people ask us
How do I know if it's depression and not just a low patch?+
A low patch lifts. Depression tends to settle in, most days, for at least two weeks, and shows up as persistent low mood, loss of interest in things you used to enjoy, low energy, changes in sleep or appetite, and a heaviness that doesn't shift even when circumstances improve.
At what point should I actually talk to someone?+
If low mood, loss of interest, or fatigue have been present most days for two weeks or more, or if it's affecting your work, relationships, or ability to take care of yourself, it's worth talking to a professional. You don't need to hit rock bottom to deserve support.
Can depression be treated without medication?+
Yes. Evidence-based therapy like CBT, behavioral activation, and interpersonal therapy produces meaningful improvement for mild-to-moderate depression. Medication becomes an option when symptoms are severe, persistent, or aren't responding to therapy alone — a psychiatrist can help you weigh it.
What does depression treatment actually cost in the Philippines?+
At Saya, psychotherapy sessions with a licensed psychologist or counselor are ₱1,750 for a 50-minute session. Psychiatric consultations start at ₱2,850 for an initial visit and ₱2,150 for follow-ups. Many people see meaningful progress within 6–12 sessions.