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
Anxiety, phobia and OCD specialist. Does anxiety, worry or panic block you from living a full life? I can help you rewire the part of your brain that might be misfiring, helping you experience more contentment and connection to life. In moderate levels, anxiety is normal. Everyone experiences the stress of work and relationships, and we all occasionally worry about the future. But for some peop...
Coronavirus-19 may have you hesitant to meet with a counselor in person. I offer telehealth sessions so you can have a session from the comfort and safety of your home. Feeling overwhelmed by sadness, fear, or anger can be symptoms that indicate that something is not quite right. You may find yourself drinking, working, isolating, or even thinking about someone else too much and it's negatively...
As a therapist, I believe in treating the individual, not a diagnosis or a problem. I do not believe that people are broken. Sometimes we get buried, sometimes life comes at us so hard, we can barely breathe and sometimes we lose sight of who we are and/or what we want in life. Many of us can easily cite what we do as human doings, but we struggle to identify who we are as human beings. As a...
I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to identify issues and goals to determine the best course of treatment and develop a treatment plan. I see the most progress with clients who are ready to talk about change or ready for change in their relationships, families, or individual life. However, clients who are not sure what issues may exist but are open to exploring unhappy/dysfunctional...
I have daytime and evening availability, in person or Telehealth, and work with couples, adults, and teens. My passion is helping my clients find unity and wholeness in their lives. I believe the best way to facilitate this journey is by prioritizing collaboration and client attunement. Simply put, my clients bring their life expertise, I bring my educational expertise, we both bring our human...
When you’re right up close to something it’s hard to see it clearly. Such is often the case with the problems in our lives. We’re too close to our own habits, patterns and histories to see what’s not working. When this is the case you may feel bad and not know why. Or you may know why, but still not know what to do. It can be frustrating and exhausting, but it’s not uncommon. I provide a...
I believe in the wholeness and potential that lives in us all. Don’t you?! Let’s find it together! I am a depth oriented counselor/psychotherapist. My approach is transformative and holistic. I am influenced by transpersonal, existential and Jungian psychology; which incorporates the spiritual dimensions of ourselves, explores the meaning and purpose in our lives and helps bring awareness to ou...
Sometimes, things happen in life that cause us significant pain, whether this stems from early life experiences, life transitions, mental illness, interpersonal difficulties or unexpected crisis. Navigating through these experiences in a therapeutic setting can make the difference between tolerating the pain (or even resorting to methods of easing the pain that create more problems) and coming...
Are you uncertain about your relationship or sex life? You may feel disconnected from your partner, wondering if you can make it work after infidelity. You are realizing you just want to feel better, one way or another. It’s time. Doing work on your relationship takes some grit and most people wait too long. I'll roll up my sleeves with you and be your guide. When relationships grow stagnant or...
We all crave connection & positive relationships with others. However, many things often get in the way & can cause us to feel lost & alone. All of us, from time to time, need some help dealing with the tough times that take a toll on ourselves & our loved ones whom we care about. As a Marriage & Family Therapist, I have a passion for helping individuals, couples, & families strive towards chan...
I serve women in the Cedar Valley. We have often accomplished and experienced a lot in our lives by the time we seek counseling. All of us have periods where we struggle; perhaps we can't sleep, we are stressed to the breaking point and in spite of having people around us, we may feel lonely or depressed. If this is you, you aren't alone. Often, we simply need the right person to walk beside us...
It is crucial to trust someone who can provide support and empathy in a nurturing therapeutic space that is healthy for you. I am committed to providing positive, client-centered, strength-based, and solution-focused support that will allow you to grow, resolve dilemmas & turn problems into opportunities to reach your highest potentials. We will set realistic goals, and ensure you acquire the...
Many humans suffer from emotional distress and psychological symptoms due to aversive life events. Often times, negative experiences can become “stuck” in our brains impacting how we perceive ourselves, others, or the world. Our beliefs about ourselves can become skewed and negative. As a trauma-trained therapist, I can help you work through these past events and shift these beliefs in order to...
My focus is working with children, adolescents, families, and adults who are struggling with emotional and behavioral issues. Some examples include school challenges, behavioral problems, depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, grief, and relationship issues. How I work, depends on the individual and situation. I believe everyone’s experience is unique and I work from a relational, culturally...
Are you frustrated with your child’s behavior? Are you receiving phone calls from your child’s school? Is your child having difficulty regulating emotions and following directions? Both parents and children become frustrated and their relationship suffers. I use the language of play to connect with children and help them learn to express their needs in a safe manner. I specialize in working wit...
