Depression is a very personal and sometimes uncomfortable subject to discuss. At Revitalize, we work towards relieving symptoms of depression by exploring areas where client started to feel "stuck". This can include discussion regarding family history to current feelings of hopelessness.
When you are feeling depressed either all the time or for prolonged periods, life can be very difficult to manage. Depression can surface through feelings of sadness, isolation, decreased interest in your life or others, feeling blue or sometimes depression can be seen as anger or acting out in certain areas of your life. These times are very hard to try and get through on your own.
When you are depressed, therapy can be very beneficial to help you understand the source of your depression and be able to develop new ways of understanding and coping with these feelings instead of feeling so stuck and immoblized.
As a compassionate therapist, I specialize in supporting individuals dealing with depression. Whether it’s persistent sadness, loss of interest, or feelings of hopelessness, I provide evidence-based strategies to improve mood, enhance coping skills, and foster resilience. Together, we work towards healing and creating a brighter path forward.
Depression can range from the nagging blues to the debilitating despair that keeps a person in bed for days. I've seen in my own life the difficulty of dealing with depression and the importance of addressing it early and intentionally so it doesn't grow. The good news is that there is hope for those who struggle with depression. Lifestyle changes, working on thinking patterns, skills to develop - these can all help with overcoming depression. And I'm willing to walk with you the whole way.
Feeling sad, empty, and hopeless can feel like a crushing weight that you carry with you everywhere. You don't have to bear that weight alone. I’ll give you the support and tools you need to accept yourself completely. I’ll invite you to challenge the negative ideas you have about yourself and we’ll explore where those ideas may have initially come from. We’ll discuss the thoughts and feelings you try to avoid, and discover how to manage them instead.
If you're feeling exhausted, discouraged, down, and sluggish, adding something else to the list of things to do is likely the last thing that you'd want. Even if it is "supposed to be helpful", finding a the right therapist and starting the process of therapy can be overwhelming. I work to reduce that barrier as much as possible by using EMDR and Internal Family Systems to help you feel like yourself and to build the skills and strengths to buffer you against depression in the future. In working together you can expect a high level of collaboration, dedication to your success, and an abundance of metaphors. Reach out for a free consultation and lets see how we can move forward together.
Do you manage day-to-day tasks, but feel empty inside? Feel exhausted to the point where you feel hopeless that you’ll ever find energy again? Is there a persistent critical inner voice that comments on everything you do to the point where nothing feels enjoyable, not even the activities you used to love? Together, we'll practice evidence-based coping strategies to stop ruminating, detach from your critical inner voice, increase confidence, and reconnect with the people and purposes that make your life worth living. To learn more about working together, reach out by calling or sending me a message. Let's work together to help you feel less stuck!
Feeling down, overwhelmed, or struggling to cope with loss? My 24+ years of experience allow me to help individuals overcome depression and its symptoms, including those related to complex grief and irritability. I utilize evidence-based approaches like CBT, A.R.T., and EMDR to reduce depressive symptoms and help you regain control of your mood; navigate complicated grief by processing loss and finding healthy ways to move forward; and manage irritability and improve your overall well-being.
If you're ready to feel better and regain your sense of self, contact me today for a free consultation.