Counseling for Depression
Can Help You Find a Way Out of the Darkness
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If you are battling with symptoms of depression, you are not alone. Depression is reported to be one of the most common psychological conditions in the United States. Depressive moods can show up with feelings of isolation, abandonment, rejection, and awkwardness. However, depression is treatable with high success rates.
As a
licensed therapist, I am trained to meet you where you are and empower you to overcome your emotions. It is possible to break the cycle of negative thoughts and patterns associated with depression to find hope and joy again.
When You Need a Therapist for Depression
Nothing Seems
to
Matter
Many people believe that when you are depressed, you are just overwhelmed with sadness. While sadness can be an aspect of depression, it is not only how depressed moods show up. Did you know that difficulty coping, a lack of interest, feelings of worthlessness and avoidance, are also ways that depression can show up in your life?
Your friends and family may think you should be able to "snap out of it" as if you choose to be depressed. However, it is important to remember that addressing these strong emotions often takes more than just a few words of encouragement.
Motivation Fades
Depressive moods can affect every facet of your life. You may feel a loss of interest in friends and activities you previously enjoyed. The lack of motivation that these intense emotions often cause you to neglect your work, home, family, and, worst of all, yourself. Leaving you feeling like you are trapped in a downward spiral.
You
are
Worth It
The struggle is REAL! It can be hard to reach out for help when simply getting out of bed is a task. Depressive moods can have your mind playing tricks on you. Thoughts of helplessness and not being worthy of receiving help often outweigh the truth that you are Worthy and Important. You can learn to recognize the symptoms and use proven tools to break the cycle of despair and emerge with hopefulness.
Depression
is
Treatable
The wonderful news is that most people who are appropriately diagnosed and treated for depression can overcome it. A licensed therapist can help you by providing practical strategies and partnering with you to work through your obstacles to find peace and hope.
What to Expect With Depression Counseling
Step 1.
Discovery Consultation
We’ll have a brief 20-minute conversation to discuss what brings you to seek a therapist. This is also an opportunity to ask questions and get a feel for your therapist’s style.
Step 2.
Let’s Get To Work!
During a series of confidential, 50-minute sessions we will create a personalized treatment plan, discuss possible outcomes and provide evidence-based tools to address your identified objective.
Step 3.
Live With Optimism
Progress through the continuum of self-efficacy. The goal of therapy is to feel confident in your coping skills and navigate life with increased self-awareness.
Are you ready to leave the darkness of depression behind?
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Your initial consultation is
free.
It's completely
confidential .
And, there is
no-obligation.
Why Choose Us as
Your Depression Therapist
Faith & Gratitude
We recognize a higher power, spiritual laws, and our place in the universe
We help you find motivation through people and events that positively impact your life
We help you access healing energy that exists outside of ourselves
Collaboration
Experience the comfort and confidence of a trusted partner during your journey
We jointly identify your goals and create a treatment plan to reach your desired outcomes
Feel comfortable to be open and honest in a safe, non-judgmental environment
Develop skills for improved inter-relations
Self Empowerment
Discover inner strength to achieve your goals
Understand how your individual experiences impact ways of coping
Discover often unconscious meanings and motivations
Eliminate or control troubling symptoms to move to a place of increased self-realization and healing
SpeakWith a
Depression Specialist
Partnering with the right therapist is the key to unlocking your ability to overcome your struggles with depressive moods. Then, finally, you can move through your grief, feelings of being stuck, helplessness, and heartbreak.
I offer a
safe,
non-judgemental and
inclusive environment for
depression counseling. We can work together to discover your inner strength and implement practical techniques to put your depression behind you.
Find Your Bright Moments Again
You are worthy! Make today the day you reach out for help. Then, contact us to learn more.
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What Type of Therapy is Used for Depression?
Talk therapy is the foundation to breakthrough. In addition, various evidence-based practices and other behavioral therapies such as CBT, ACT, DBT for Depression, and CBT Mindfulness are some techniques used to move clients to feeling restored and empowered. Spirituality is also a strength-based intervention that is proven to bring you through your darkest hours. As a Faith-based Christian therapist for depression, I recognize the strength your higher power can bring to your healing journey.
These techniques are sometimes used alone and other times in combination with the medication that your doctor prescribes. The method of treatment also depends on the
type and severity of depression you may be experiencing.
What Should I Not Tell My Therapist?
It would be best if you were as transparent as possible with your therapist. A good therapeutic relationship is one where you should feel safe enough to open up and feel vulnerable. Be assured that you do not need to feel prepared to bare your soul in the first session. Like any other relationship, building a rapport with your therapist may take time.
How to Find a Counselor for Depression?
The
Anxiety and Depression Association of America suggests that you find a therapist that you have confidence in. They also suggest talking to more than one before making a choice, asking some practical questions, and talking to them about their approach to therapy.
Bright Moments Therapy, Licensed Clinical Social Worker PC
3220 Sacramento St, Berkley, CA, 94702-2726