A Therapist for Depression
Depression is characterized by difficult feelings and experiences.
Sadness, loneliness, mood swings, loss of purpose, and hope
Anger, disappointment, betrayal, helplessness
Fatigue, problems with sleep and appetite, numbness
Did your symptoms start with recent stresses?
Research shows the most common causes of depression are big life stresses like loss of a close family member, loss of your job, divorce, retirement, a significant health crisis, or financial challenges. This is especially true when you are hit by more than one of these or when a recent event has also brought up past losses. These events and stresses result in emotional pain, disorientation, and a difficult period of transition as you try to establish a new normal. Therapy can help you regain your footing.
Do you have questions about treatment options for your depression?
As a therapist with many years of experience treating depression, I understand the time and empathy you need to share your situation fully and discuss what has happened in your life. After we complete the initial assessment, we will review the information and discuss your options. Together, we will discuss your goals and the steps that seem possible to you. It is essential that your treatment plan aligns with your strengths and goals.
A common question that arises is about the comparative benefits of psychotherapy and medication for treating depression. Therapy and medication are both proven treatment options for depression and are shown to be effective alone or in combination. Medication can often bring some relief of the physical symptoms and sad mood that come with depression. Individual therapy for depression has a broader and deeper focus. Working with a therapist for depression provides more time for you to understand your reactions, receive support as you try new ways of coping, and find a path back to a better place. It is not a question of seeing therapy and medication as either/or, but how, when, and if to utilize these options.
Do you have questions or concerns about trying therapy? Have you tried it before and not found it helpful?
As many as 50% of those struggling with mental health issues do not seek treatment due to various fears. These include being labeled in a way that could damage your career, being seen as a failure, not wanting to talk to a stranger, or being worried about the privacy and confidentiality of what you share. As the statistics show, these fears are common among many people; they are normal.
Don’t let these concerns stop you from seeking the care that you need and deserve.
I offer a complimentary 30-minute phone consultation, allowing me to learn about your concerns and providing an opportunity for you to discuss any questions or concerns you may have about entering therapy. Use the Contact Form below or call me at 475-204-4049.
Do you feel desperate? Are you having self-harming thoughts or behaviors?
If you feel increasingly desperate and have persistent thoughts that you cannot go on or thoughts of harming yourself, you need immediate help. Take action:
Talk to someone close to you or contact a community resource.
In Connecticut, call 211 or call/text 988.