Depression Counseling in Cave Creek, AZ.

There can be a variety of causes from a loss or from grief, an "imbalance" in certain brain chemicals, or a decrease in testosterone levels in males, or anger, unforgiveness, or a past trauma. Dr. Cowan can work with you to determine both the underlying "root" cause, and also to develop the best treatment program to help you to overcome depression. There is help. There is hope.

Depression is a mood disorder that can cause a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest that can interfere with daily functioning. Reaching out for help is a step towards wellness. Symptoms of depression can vary from person to person, but it is a very treatable condition. Therapy for depression helps you overcome the feelings of hopelessness and despair and to gain control of your life.

I work toward solutions that fit for what the person wants to have happening in their life, and use behavioral activation, CBT, and ACT, to address this. I tailor depression counseling to ensure you have a battery of effective options to help you live with minimized depression symptoms and engage with the people and things you love again. We need to get some life back into your life.

I utilize several modalities to treat depression from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulfulness Based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy and Psychodynamic techniques. We believe in a holistic approach to treating Depression as it requires a flexible approach.

Grey Matters International, Inc. and the work of Kevin J. Fleming, Ph.D. handles depression and other emotional disorders in a very unique way. Most of therapy or counseling processes utilize validation, unconditional positive regard, and reframing as common techniques to get someone to heal from their depression. Though this can be helpful, it rarely fixes the core problem behind it and for tough cases we then refer them usually to a psychiatrist for medication which can have tons of side effects. Instead, why not try a natural and arguably more effective way to not just change your mind, but change the brain--where the depression is rooted. Contact us at kevin@kevinflemingphd.com.

My approach to working with persons who have depression is rooted in empathy, active-listening and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). By collaboratively exploring negative thought patterns , we work to identify and challenge unhelpful beliefs while also developing healthier coping strategies. My goal is to empower my patients to regain a sense of control, improve their their emotional well-being and enhance their overall quality of life.

Some clients know that they are depressed and others need guidance in putting a name to their symptoms. In working with clients who struggle with depression, my role is to educate them on what depression can look like , examine its origin and whether it's situational or chemically based and confront and challenge maladaptive ways of thinking that affect how they view themselves, others and the world. Through this experience, clients can feel empowered in their lives.

You did not choose depression, and it is not something that can simply be “shaken off.” Depression is real, life-altering, and can convince you that happiness or peace will never return. Yet depression does not define you. Together, we can acknowledge its weight while also challenging the painful story it tells. My role is to walk with you through the heaviness, to hold space for the difficulty, and to help you discover that hope and healing are possible. You do not have to face this alone.

Grey Matters International, Inc. and the work of Kevin J. Fleming, Ph.D. handles depression and other emotional disorders in a very unique way. Most of therapy or counseling processes utilize validation, unconditional positive regard, and reframing as common techniques to get someone to heal from their depression. Though this can be helpful, it rarely fixes the core problem behind it and for tough cases we then refer them usually to a psychiatrist for medication which can have tons of side effects. Instead, why not try a natural and arguably more effective way to not just change your mind, but change the brain--where the depression is rooted. Contact us at kevin@kevinflemingphd.com

Depression and other mood disorders often involve psychological, biochemical, family, social and spiritual dimensions. Dr. Keller conducts a diagositic interview to gather information regarding the underlying causes of the patients depressive symptoms. His therapeutic approach integrates research based cognitive behavioral interventions with psychodynamic and relational psychotherapy. When appropriate Dr. Keller collaborates with psychiatrists and primary care physicians to explore the posible benefits of pharmacologic interventions to augment psychotherapy.

Depression is debilitating for many men, and because of the stigma of getting counseling, a lot of guys simply don't attend to themselves and seek out the help that they need. I work with men to help identify the root causes of their depression, and work through the blocks and barriers towards more effective living. I help men uncover the negative self talk and self criticism that often accompanies depression, as well as deal with other symptoms such as low motivation, anger, fatigue, and other things that keep good men depressed.

I work with many individuals that experience the pain that depression causes and the feeling of being stuck. We work and being able to move out of the shutdown mode and learns ways to start the process of being more motivated. We do this through being aware of what is happening in their body as well as finding ways to produce more feel good chemicals!