I want you to know that you are not alone and there are people who can help. Many of my clients find relief in realizing that their struggle does not own them and that there are many options available to once again have hope for their lives.
I understand the social stigmas that come with the label of being depressed and thus aim to help clients sort out their environmental, biological, and circumstantial factors while offering support and care through a very dark time in their lives.
If you are hoping to finally lighten this load and feel like yourself again, contact me today for a free consultation.
In treating depression with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I begin by assessing the client's symptoms and understanding how depression impacts their daily functioning. Education is key, as I explain the connection between thoughts, emotions, and mood. Together, we identify negative thought patterns and work on replacing them with more realistic and positive perspectives. Behavioral activation involves setting goals for enjoyable or necessary activities, even when motivation is low. Relaxation techniques and mindfulness exercises help manage stress and promote emotional well-being. Homework assignments reinforce new skills, like monitoring mood or practicing relaxation. Regular review ensures we adapt our approach based on progress and client feedback, aiming to empower clients in overcoming depression and improving their overall mental health.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC, CIRT, CCH
I have extensive experience working with depression and underlying difficulties that cause it. My practice is informed by multiple approaches and is effective with or without medication support
Rather than thinking of depression as just a condition to get rid of, it can help to explore what the depression is trying to tell you at a deep level. That way, the pain of depression can be the doorway to transformation in your life.
Do you feel overwhelmed? Are you stuck in the same cycle just trying to get from day to day? Are you experiencing a transition that never seems to end?
You may have noticed that you are not coping in the healthiest of ways. Perhaps you’re starting to disconnect and distance yourself from others— avoiding invites from friends or family, letting calls go to voicemail and ignoring texts for weeks. Not to mention, you also feel worn out and no amount of sleep seems to help.
There’s still time to make some changes. You’ve always been there for other people, but now it’s time to show up for yourself.
I’ve worked with hundreds of clients on major to minor life issues to provide clarity, relief, and understanding that allows for a way forward. I would love to join you on your journey.
Being depressed sucks, and you are probably reading this because you suspect that there's a way to feel much better than you currently feel. Whether you've been depressed for years and years or this is your first time, I can help.
Big changes don’t happen all at once, but in a short time you can take action towards building the life that you want. Therapy can help you start to understand the patterns that are keeping you stuck and take steps to help you feel happier and more content.
Trained in research supported therapies and yet down-to-earth and relatable, I use the tools and strategies that are right for you based on your unique needs. Schedule an appointment today.
I view depression from a systemic perspective, looking at the client's entire life to establish what may be causing or exacerbating the client's depression symptoms. Then the client and I collaborate on goals to improve the client's mood and overall wellness. Treating depression I will always be using integrative therapy techniques because no one therapy is right for every aspect of a person's depression.
Clinical depression is a very common mood disorder that can affect anyone, yet women are twice as likely to develop depression as men. Contributing factors include reproductive hormones, a differing female response to stress, and social pressures that are unique to a woman’s life experiences.
Depression causes feelings of sadness, helplessness, and worthlessness. Women with depression are likely to lose interest or pleasure in normal activities and may have difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions. Depression can be mild to moderate with symptoms of apathy, little appetite, difficulty sleeping, low self-esteem, and decreased energy or fatigue. Or symptoms can be more severe.
I help people better understand their depression and learn ways to cope. I work with clients to help improve their mood and come up with actionable steps they can take.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and depressive disorders. My goal is to provide a warm and safe environment in which we can work toward your goals for recovery and healing. Working together, you can meet your goals and live a better life.
Use of mindfulness, CBT, DBT, approaches in processing intro-psychic, cognitive, behavioral, environmental, and social aspects of depression, development of coping skills, building social support, looking for meaning.
We all have times when we just don't feel like our normal selves. But, when that feelings reached a level of darkness that threatens your ability to function, or slows that ability to a crawl, it is time to reach out to someone and have a talk about it. Finding the source of the depression is key to unlocking the door to feeling better. Start your journey of discovery in therapy. Let's talk.
Clinical depression is a very common mood disorder that can affect anyone, yet women are twice as likely to develop depression as men. Contributing factors include reproductive hormones, a differing female response to stress, and social pressures that are unique to a woman’s life experiences.
Depression causes feelings of sadness, helplessness, and worthlessness. Women with depression are likely to lose interest or pleasure in normal activities and may have difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions. Depression can be mild to moderate with symptoms of apathy, little appetite, difficulty sleeping, low self-esteem, and decreased energy or fatigue. Or symptoms can be more severe. Counseling can provide the skills and insights to overcome depression and get back to a life worth living. At Joie de Vivre we give you the tools to change negative and destructive patterns that prevent health and wellness. We provide a variety of treatment options with proven effectiveness in treating depression to heal the mind and body.
If you're struggling with depression, I help you find meaning and hope in life again to gain motivation to do the daily things you need to do and have a better outlook on life.
Depressive moods can affect all areas of functionality. Therefore, the focus on working with clients depressive mood is for clients to learn the skills needed to address the mood and apply it. I provide processing in a safe space and support.
Depression can be very debilitating, however, there are ways to pull yourself out of the darkness and they don't necessarily need to be medications. I work to help clients learn coping and how to get out of the darkness without relying on meds beyond stabilization.
Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Div, MS, EdS,LPC
Depression is exhausting. It is isolating, scary, and overwhelming. It's not something we choose or ask for; nor is it a definition of who we are. I think, however, that it serves a purpose. Much like my mother not letting me see friends or have them over if my room wasn't clean, depression doesn't let us focus on anything else until we have focused on the underlying cause sufficiently. I am not afraid of your depression, and I am willing to be curious about it and to help you learn what it needs you to know. Patience, compassion, and courage are all part of the journey, and I would like to be able to walk it with you.
I support clients struggling with feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and related issues with sleeping and eating. You will learning coping mechanisms to manage your depression. I help you identify the root cause of your depression, as well as challenge and reframe negative thought patterns that can contribute to your depression so you can regain control of your life.
EMDR has been shown to be an effective intervention for depression. By addressing past traumas and/or negative experiences, EMDR helps you process your emotions and reframe negative beliefs so you can create a more positive outlook that lasts. While we will absolutely talk about strategies to support well being, EMDR may be a valuable tool in your journey towards healing and recovery.
10 Years Experience
