Depression

Depression is a mental health disorder that affects mood, including how you feel, think, and behave. Everyone feels sad sometimes, but when it starts to affect your ability to perform daily tasks and your ability to enjoy things that typically bring you happiness, you may be suffering from depression. The symptoms of depression vary from person to person, but often include feeling miserable without a clear reason why, anxiety, agitation, insomnia or sleeping too much, hopelessness, changes in eating, and/or foggy thinking. Depression may also cause recurrent thoughts of death or suicide (or even a wish that it would all 'stop' in an abstract sense). If you think you might be suffering from depression, a qualified mental health therapist can help. Reach out to one of TherapyDen’s depression experts today!

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As with anxiety, depression can be caused and fed by many factors; not to mention symptoms of depression can vary widely from person to person. Together we dig into your experiences and the narratives created by those experiences.

— Gary Alexander, Therapist in Seattle, WA

You are not alone: Over 17 million Americans have depression. There are different kinds of depression, ranging from long-term depression that reduces quality of life to major depression which makes it hard to even function. Therapy will help you deal with the symptoms, and more importantly figure out why you feel depressed and how to change it. As your recovery progresses, you will notice changes in all areas of your life that help keep you going in a positive direction. You can get better.

— Thomas Wood, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Bayside, WI
 

There is no "one thing" that is depression. Rather each depression is different and there are many different types and intensities of depression. If you are feeling depressed, then it is best to treat it as early as possible before it gets worse. I find that psychodynamic psychotherapy and CBT (cognitive-behavioral therapy) along with other interventions (such as EMDR) are effective in treating even persistent depressions.

— Jason Waller, Psychotherapist in Powell, OH

I have worked with many clients to address depression since the beginning of my career. I assist clients in identifying the origins of their anxiety, triggers, and ways to address these factors through the use of multiple therapeutic approaches.

— Antonio Rudo, Licensed Professional Counselor in Hoboken, NJ
 

I have a steadfast interest in and commitment to helping individuals escape from under the silent weight of depression. People suffering with depression often suffer a double injury: not simply depression's debilitating symptoms, but then having those symptoms be dismissed by others as a "choice" or "bad attitude," used as examples of personal failure or character defects, or metastasizing into sources of shame. I often combine schema therapy with person-centered care to help depressed clients.

— Jesse McIntosh, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in Los Angeles, CA

Depression can cast a shadow over every aspect of life, robbing you of joy and motivation. My therapeutic process for depression integrates both talk therapy and cognitive-behavioral techniques. We'll explore the roots of your depression, identifying patterns and addressing underlying issues. Through guided introspection and personalized action plans, we'll support your journey toward renewed vitality and a sense of purpose.

— Michelle May, Counselor in West Bloomfield, MI
 

Depression can be overwhelming. Like many other mental health concerns, the symptoms of depression can often create a cycle which reinforces and worsens depression. Under the fog of depression, even small tasks can seem enormous. If you are struggling with depression, I would love to discuss the ways in which we can collaborate to break you free of this vicious cycle and get you moving toward your goals.

— Jarrett Langfitt, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Chicago, IL

We all get sad. But sometimes it is more than that. Often clients feel even more sad because they cant figure out the reason "why." Sometimes there is no one why! But therapy can help sort out some of the contributing factors as well as alleviate the feelings guilt that often comes along with depression.

— Courtney Burns, Therapist in Portland, OR
 

Depression lies. It tells you that you cannot engage productively in life. I provide therapy solutions that overcome depression's deception. I utilize a combination of research-based cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy to help ease your depression and worries and to bring joy into your life again. Call me today for your free consultation.

— Riley Morgan, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in San Francisco, CA

Are you loosing interest in activities you once enjoyed? Experiencing a lack of energy and poor concentration? Imagine you could effectively manage your depressive symptoms. How would your life be different? How would your relationships, work life, family, and your overall life experience improve? Together we will work to develop healthier thinking patterns and beliefs about self, others, and the world. We will target underlying feelings of low self-esteem and guilt that can stifle your soul.

— Ashley Dunn, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in RALEIGH, NC
 

Unresolved, complicated grief, loss, changes and transitions Survivors of childhood abuse/Trauma Self esteem Self confidence Loss of meaning, life direction problems with assertiveness or passivity Major identity issues, adjustment and mid-life crisis Survivors of cults/communes/communities/religions Women's issues Multicultural issues Anger

— Leah Block, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Renton, WA

Depression can make you feel insignificant and invisible in life. I'm really good at helping you feel seen, heard, and understood to get you unstuck from feeling down.

— Anthony Sung, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Prairie Village, KS
 

When working with clients experiencing depression, I aim to provide a safe and supportive atmosphere in order to hold space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. I hope to provide a "gentle mirror" through which clients are able to revisit and reorganize their sense of self.

— Peter Paul, Psychotherapist in New York, NY

I work with clients in helping them figure out the root of their depression, how to manage their depression, and when possible decreasing these negative feelings and patterns.

— Carmen Wolf, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Centennial, CO
 

Engaging in various therapy modalities can effectively decrease your depression and uplift your energy and mood. Whether you're grappling with new emotions or long-rooted ones from childhood, we can team up to bring stability to your life. Think of me as your go-to guide for navigating the complex terrain of depression.

— Joanna Barrett, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Hanover, MA

Experience working with symptoms and treatment of depression and major depressive episodes. I use multiple approaches relevant to the clients needs and level of depression to include a combination of mindfulness, psychotherapy, and/or cognitive behavior therapy.

— Christopher Anderson, Clinical Social Worker in Lansing, MI
 

Depression can be debilitating. You want to have a meaningful life, enjoy it, and laugh, yet you lack motivation, energy, and drive. Sometimes life fees so hard. I will work with you to help improve quality of life, meaning, drive, and enjoyment, through whole food nutrients, lifestyle, and scientifically backed techniques.

— Alexandra (Sasha) Goodman, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Westlake, OH