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
I believe in meeting clients where they are at in their healing process. There are circumstances that can throw someone off track - recovery is the journey of getting back on track. I am a very compassionate person and I walk through this journey with my clients and assist them in getting back on track to a life worth living. I wholeheartedly believe the past is necessary to explore, because in...
We all encounter difficulties, but when those difficulties start to get overwhelming, it can be hard to cope. Are you getting stuck in patterns that are keeping you from what you want in life? Are you finding yourself having the same arguments and frustrations with you partner? Or maybe you keep getting depressed and sad, and you can't figure out how to do things differently. Sometimes in these...
**Accepting New Clients** Research shows that the number one key factor to living a long life is directly related to one’s feeling of connectedness with others. Yet, a quarter us feel as though we have no one to talk to. It’s biologically imperative to know that we belong, matter and feel seen and heard. Therapy helps people (sometimes for their first time ever) to feel understood and have thei...
If you’re scrolling to find a therapist—and feel shame and disappointment in yourself—don’t! Mental health should be treated like a doctors visit when sick. My therapeutic approach is providing a safe, supportive, and judgement-free environment in order to create an atmosphere for individual exploration, growth, & change. I focus on treating the whole person. I believe that by learning how to...
Life can throw numerous curve balls, and sometimes we need to expand our support system to persevere and carry on. Reaching out to meet with a counselor is not a sign of weakness, but rather shows bravery and a willingness for growth and change. When an individual makes the decision to enter counseling, it can be an intimidating choice during an already difficult time. It’s not always easy to b...
I specialize in walking with individual's who are struggling with pornography addiction or other forms of unwanted sexual behavior. I also walk with individuals who have experienced the horrors of sexual, physical, emotional or spiritual abuse and the stress that often follows. And I have a heart for journeying with individual's who are grieving and those who are struggling with questions of...
Starting therapy can be intimidating but you are not alone. I aim to create an environment that allows for my clients to feel safe and supported in their efforts to better themselves. I believe that self-compassion is of utmost importance and I aim to help my clients recognize their strengths as well as identify their personal struggles and pains. I believe that the most growth occurs when we...
Not Accepting New Clients -- With over 10 years of experience working with at risk youth, substance users, trauma survivors, the LGBTQ community, families in conflict, those with interpersonal relationships struggles, work-life balance challenges, grief, depression, and anxiety. Most of the clients I work with seek relief from stress, confusion, feelings associated with grief/loss, low...
Sometimes all it takes is for someone to listen. It’s ok to ask for help. At times, children may struggle with overcoming life’s obstacles. It’s during these times, your child may find that they are having a hard time academically, socially, emotionally, in interpersonal relationships, behaviorally, and with developing/maintaining a positive self-esteem. I specialize in assisting children and...
When we think and act in ways that don’t align with the person we know we are, it can cause us to treat ourselves or others badly. In other words: who you are is not who you’re being. It can feel directionless when we want to feel like ourselves again, but don't know where to start. I have felt this way myself and know how defeating it can feel -this is why I want to help. If you have been feel...
I know that seeking out Addiction Counseling can be stressful, uncomfortable and difficult. It is my goal to help you and your family find freedom from the life issues that come with addiction. I have been working in this field for over 28 years with diverse populations in varied settings which has provided me with experience in being flexible and recognizing that each person has unique needs. ...
You've been caught up in relationship patterns that leave you feeling drained, confused, and stuck. You're starting to believe there may be something wrong with you, that you're with the wrong person, or that relationships are too painful and difficult. You feel anxious, worried, confused, and sometimes downright trapped. To make matters worse, the world feels so chaotic and unsafe at the momen...
Humans goal is normality. We want, desire, and need to feel normal. Yet, simultaneously we desire to be unique, special, and individualistic. I believe it is necessary to think of humans as puzzle pieces in order to fulfill both. While the pieces share the same geographical space as well as have the same manufacturer, they are unique and serve varying purposes. Do you belong at the top but are...
Seeking out a counselor can be overwhelming and intimidating, but the search alone is an indication of bravery. Upon beginning work together, my intention is to provide a space where you can be your authentic self and develop a helping relationship with you in which you feel safe. In both counseling and in life, I believe that in order to support each other, we must meet each other where we are...
It is my goal to make you feel welcomed and comfortable as you begin the therapy process. I can offer treatment for a variety of needs including: autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, adjustment disorders, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, disruptive behavior disorders, family issues, intellectual disabilities, intimacy issues, mood disorders, parenting needs, school/workplace stress, and trauma...
