Problems with Depression may stem from a variety of sources. It may have roots in childhood traumatic experiences or current life stressors, or it may just come from an innate tendency to be depressed. You will learn cognitive skills for managing these feelings, we will discuss things you can do for yourself to alleviate the feelings, and you will be guided through processes to resolve issues from the past and repattern the thoughts, feelings, & perceptions that contribute to the depression.
I have alot of experience helping people manage their depression. I like to start with CBT to give my patient immediate methods to confront the depressive thoughts. I also like to educate and assess for medication issues and for suicide and safety concerns. We can slowly build up goals to help the patient feel hope and confidence.
In my work with individuals, couples and families, I am passionate about helping my clients explore what is holding them back from living their best lives. I am an active and supportive listener and will help you identify and meet your own goals for health and happiness.
In therapy for depression, you may be looking to stop the negative thoughts and patterns that keep you “stuck” and feeling that things may never get better. During sessions we will explore your values and how you want to show up in the world. We will explore how our thoughts and emotions affect our ability to live aligned with our values, work to change how we respond, and work toward the life we really want.
Living with depression can feel isolating and hopeless. I offer a compassionate space to explore the root causes of your depression, develop coping strategies, and rediscover joy and meaning in life. You don't have to face this alone.
Are you feeling exhausted by life demands? Depression can make you feel physically, cognitively, and emotionally exhausted. The good news is that there is hope for change. I would like to help you fight back against depression by learning tools to build your coping skills and feel more confident in dealing with family, work, health, and relationship. Let's work together on your emotional toolbox!
When we are depressed, we feel deeply overwhelmed, helpless, and discouraged. I will work with you to help you explore your depressed inner parts with respect and compassion, which often involves discussion of relevant family and life history that may have contributed to your struggles. I will also work to help you find your life energy, a lot of which may be disowned feelings of anger and sadness. Perhaps a bit counterintuitively, letting ourselves feel those feelings is often the path towards letting passion and joy into our lives.
Feeling down or hopeless really is a drag to say the least. You might find yourself saying "I just don't feel like it today", or maybe you feel like that everyday. The emotional exhaustion of it really really sucks for lack of a better word. Waiting for the energy to deal with things just seems like a dark hole. Depression can feel constant, or it can come and go. Depression can create many debilitating symptoms that hijacks one's quality of life. It can make the easiest of tasks feel like you are pushing a mountain. There are various ways to help manage depression and explore what the best plan is for you.
At times it can be difficult and distressing to be consistent with needs and responsibilities, as well as self-care. Identifying and holding space, as well as planning ahead and utilizing self-compassion can support behaviors.