Depression Counseling in Mentor on the Lake, OH.

Depression is a debilitating illness which robs you of happiness, peace of mind, and oftentimes, the ability to function. We will explore the timeline and history of your symptoms as well as any recent triggers, in order to understand the contributing factors. Using both CBT and DBT approaches, you can learn new skills to manage your symptoms and get your life back.

Estimates are that as many as 1 in 4 adults will experience some form of depression at least once in their lives, and that a significant number will go on to have multiple episodes of this disorder. The good news is that depression is very treatable, and that no one need suffer long-term with it. I have extensive experience in dealing with depression, and as my clients and I work together to find the root cause of their symptoms, we are able to also find hope and the way out of depression.

Counseling for Depression can help in many ways. Some individuals have been dealing with depression on and off their whole lives and need ongoing support while others may be going through depression for the first time and need to work through the problems that have resulted in depression. These problems range tremendously from a significant loss, a difficult life transition, coping with feeling stuck, a traumatic event, unresolved grief, or other disturbances that have not been addressed. Counseling can provide the support to work through these issues and get life back on track.

Working with the experience of depression is much more than changing our thoughts to change our behavior. Our brains are wired to notice the negative; it's part of our survival. I support my clients in expanding what they notice, and help them discover what works for them by creating a tool kit through experiential relational interventions in session. When I see children, I utilize play therapy as the modality, including Child Centered Play Therapy, Filial Therapy, and Prescriptive Play Therapy. When working with adolescents and adults, I utilize expressive arts, DBT, CBT and Narrative Therapy.

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 holds us back from being who we are, who we want to be. You may have been carrying depression for years without realizing. You may only be aware that your days lack color or purpose. Don't try to manage your depression alone. Whether you have situational or long term depression, there is treatment and hope. Your life is waiting for you.

It is so very hard when you feel down so much of the time. As a highly trained clinical psychologist, I can help lessen depression. First, I create a safe space where you can vent your stress. Second, we identify both the past and present source(s) of your depression. Third, together we design ways in which your bad mood can start to improve. And throughout this process you have a highly trained psychologist at your side, providing genuine support and guidance every step of the way,

Depression is a more common emotion than most people realize and the most important thing to remember is that you are not alone. Depression therapy and counseling can assist you in dealing with the root problems causing the depression, as well as coping strategies and direction with the emotions often associated with depression. Contact my office for further information on depression counseling.