Depression is persistent feelings of sadness and emptiness, a lack of motivation, crying, changes in eating or sleeping, disinterested in the things you once enjoyed and potentially self-harming behaviors or thoughts of suicide. Many counseling interventions effectively treat depression, including behavioral, cognitive, interpersonal, psychodynamic, and mindfulness interventions. People with depression may also require medication.
Available Treatment Options
Behavioral therapy uses interventions to change behaviors that lead to or exacerbate distressing emotions. Cognitive interventions involve examining thought processes to change unhelpful patterns of cognition. Psychodynamic counseling fosters self-awareness through exploring unconscious thoughts and how one’s past affects current functioning.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Depression
No two people are alike and no ‘one’ person is perfect. People walk different journey’s in their lives. Some journeys are flower filled paths with lots of green grass and sunlight; others have some flowers, fading grass and cloudy days. Whatever journey you have been on, one must continue to be optimistic about their journey and be reasonable about their individual expectations of self and othe...
What if you could look in the mirror and view yourself, as you are, from a place of deep, true understanding and contentment? I work with clients from all walks of and stages in life who are ready to make the changes necessary to achieve their goals and take positive, proactive steps towards living a healthier life. In a safe atmosphere, free of judgment, I hold space for clients to assess and...
I believe an honest, supportive relationship will give you the tools and strategies to reach your goals. I work with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, relationship conflict, anger, addiction, trauma, communication difficulties, and couples developing healthy communication and conflict resolution. When you're in my office, you can expect warmth, genuineness, and...
**I am not currently accepting new clients.** You may have found yourself here because you feel stuck or because you are experiencing pain and suffering. Or perhaps you have found yourself here because you seek to make a change or you want to improve your relationships with others. Whatever the reason, psychotherapy can help. You as an individual are already whole, but may feel stuck or need...
After decades of being in private practice I understand the importance of a nurturing, supportive and collaborative environment. It has been my goal to work closely with my patients helping them develop the tools and strategies necessary to succeed in living a deep and meaningful life. During sessions I guide my patients to explore and address what is hidden so that together we can create a bet...
“The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction not a destination.” Do you find yourself wondering what you can do to feel better—less anxious, more confident, even happy? It seems like you’ve tried everything but nothing seems to work, at least not for very long. You may be able to support others yet you fall short on supporting yourself. You no longer feel like yourself a...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing for nine years. I work with a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have a passion for working with others and function under the belief that we all need support venturing through life’s hardships and changes. I have experience working with substance use, depression, trauma, anxiety,...
My passion is working with children, adolescents and adults to help them understand themselves more fully, wholeheartedly and bravely. I will walk alongside you in your journey to help you explore how life experiences have impacted you. My strengths lie in trauma, relationships and grief and loss. I have specialized education in: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), TEAM CBT, Cognitive Processin...
I work with individuals that are wanting to know themselves better and/or want to make changes to better their life. I generally work with a wide variety of concerns and have special interests in psychological assessment, ADHD, trauma, and vocational concerns. Honoring the client’s unique multicultural identity is something I give special attention to in order to better understand how...
You’re a hard working woman who is fed up with not having enough time for yourself and family or friends. You are overly stressed out and Netflix, work out videos on demand, and all the motivational quotes in the world are just not cutting it anymore. You need relief. You need support. And you need SOMETHING that is going to finally make a change to your life. You’re ready to live with less str...
Finding a therapist you connect with can feel so overwhelming you avoid it. But that is probably why you're here, because there have been things you've been avoiding and you're ready to get some help. Being foster and adoptive parents is way harder than most people understand, especially those who haven't experienced the invasive and arduous process. As a teen or young adult, you might be feeli...
As a Licensed Professional Counselor my Intention is to understand all of my clients Individually and honor the person they are. We begin the process with an extensive questionnaire to take into account physical, emotional, or situational areas that keep you from living a vital life. My approach is to help you become aware of your attributes to strengthen your abilities to make changes to impro...
To schedule your first visit with me, please use this online scheduling link - (https://portal.geneticforesight.com/book) --- Lara Taylor Kester is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Masters in Counseling Psychology and a Certificate in Traumatology from Holy Names University. She has also presented on mental health and geek culture at several comic conventions. Lara has over 10 ye...
I have experience working with an array of clients. I often work with children, adolescents and teenagers ages 4 to 18. I work with children who have experienced trauma and neglect as well as ADHD, Anxiety, ODD and other severe emotional disorders. I also have experience with individual and family therapy. Through my professional experience I have worked with children in residential facilities,...
People choose to enter therapy for a variety of reasons. Some are driven to therapy by a desire for self understanding, while others seek it out because they feel defeated and overwhelmed. In any case, in my experience, those who willingly enter into therapy will be helped by the process. I listen with an open mind and work collaboratively with clients to address symptoms and enhance...
