Depression Counseling in Atascocita, TX.

Depression comes in so many forms and it ranges on intensity. In my opinion, depression is usually a result of me not doing the things that I want for myself. We will work together to identify your true values, and figure out how to live a life based on those values. Building ourselves up and setting ourselves up for success, usually leads to a more fulfilling life.

I integrate a variety of treatments and models, such as CBT, DBT, Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP), and EMDR to provide clients with effective treatment options, to achieve insights that may have been elusive otherwise. Ketamine's rapid antidepressant effects can facilitate breakthroughs in therapy sessions, while EMDR can effectively process and reframe past experiences contributing to depression. Having a variety of approaches allows clients to delve into their emotional experiences and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Through these modalities, clients can experience relief from depressive symptoms and achieve long-lasting emotional healing and resilience.

Depression is serious with a variety of causes and affects millions of people. If you're feeling depressed, you are not alone! Symptoms of depression include feelings of hopelessness, fatigue or low energy, less interest in regular activities, excessive guilt, lessened ability to concentrate, weight fluctuation, changes in appetite or sleeping, or thoughts of death. Depression can impact many aspects of a person's life and our goal is helping you get back to living the life you want to live. Cognitive therapy can help you learn to manage the symptoms of depression, develop problem solving skills, increase self-esteem, build positive relationships, and get back to feeling like yourself again.

We all experience times when we feel sad or depressed. When we feel this way it can be an important clue that something in our life needs to be changed. Some people have a biological condition which can cause depression. People may experience intense sadness. Others have a Bipolar Disorder and may feel high or even experience difficulty sleeping, anxiety and racing thoughts. We help you explore what was going on in your life when your depression started and unravel the reasons for your symptoms. In some cases medication may be needed. If necessary, we will collaborate with you and your doctor to help you to stabilize your mood, increase your confidence and work towards a happier future.

Depression can be debilitating. I will work with you on a plan that will be a multidisciplinary approach in order to bring you the greatest relief. We will explore any root causes of the depression to maximize your healing. If medical intervention is needed I can help with with the right referral sources. You do not have to suffer, there is much hope for depression.

As an individual, do you face challenges in your relationships, life endeavors or sense of well-being? Does it sometimes feel hard to even just get out of bed? While it can take courage to seek help, working together we can identify strategies and resources that will help you with your life objectives. In these sessions, support is non-judgmental; a safe space where you will feel heard and understood.

There are several factors that contribute to childhood and teen depression such as problems in school, grief and loss, illness, bullying and problems with parents. In order to address the child’s needs, I will meet with your family in order to assess and understand the nature of the depression. As adolescents share their feelings about what they are experiencing in their lives, I will work with your child to reduce the symptoms of depression and strive to improve, self-esteem, social skills and help them to develop emotional problem solving skills.

Have you been struggling with hopelessness, not sleeping well, noticed a change in your appetite, experienced a loss of energy, or feeling sad? You may be experiencing symptoms of depression. Regain your sense of purpose, improve self-esteem, restore lost energy, and develop a positive outlook on life. Discover new coping skills, alter negative thinking patterns, and utilize your untapped strengths. Obtain the help and support that you need. Set an appointment today.

In my practice, I specialize in treating Depression specifically, & mood disorders generally. Peer-reviewed empirical clinical research; including research I have personally conducted, co-authored, & published; suggests that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the preferred treatment - & the treatment modality that I also employ - for depression & depression-related symptoms. Over the course of treatment, CBT provides clients with symptom relief, a path to wellness, & positive outcomes by reducing current depressive symptoms. CBT also provides an additional, & therapeutically unique, benefit in that the tools & methods learned through CBT can be used to manage future issues that may arise.

Feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, sorrow, loss of joy, suicidal thoughts, lack of interest in activities, loneliness, and being withdrawn, are some of the warning signs of depression. Sometimes depression is also accompanied by anxiety. Working against depression can feel exhausting and it can be heartbreaking to watch someone you love suffer from Major Depression. Our Lord wants to make your joy complete and ensure your life has meaning and worth. He wants to see you rise above the depression. And so do we. We all deserve to feel fully alive. As professional counselors , we are ready to give you the help you or your family needs to overcome depression and turn your tears into dancing.

Are You A High-Functioning Person Who Nevertheless Battles With A Sense Of Hopelessness And Low Self-Esteem? If you are high-functioning in other areas of life, you are probably used to being successful and comparing yourself to others in a culture that is eager to define you based on what you have over who you are. And perhaps when you attempt to address such symptoms of depression with partners, friends, or family, you find that you’re met with toxic positivity or a sense that you should be grateful for all you have and all that you’ve accomplished. We are here to provide understanding, a listening ear, and tools to get through depression.

My practice is uniquely positioned to support individuals who are on a journey through the complexities of depression and persistent mental health concerns. We specialize in offering a deep, transformative approach that delves into the root causes of emotional distress beyond just the symptoms. If you find yourself caught in unchanging patterns of thought or behavior, grappling with the effects of past traumas, or seeking a pathway out of chronic emotional pain, my approach may resonate with you.

Sadness and depression can really make you feel like you can't move forward with your life. Although some sadness is normal, however if you cannot get out of bed for days, not eating, not sleeping or too much sleep, and having suicidal thoughts, it may be best to get individual therapy. Therapy can help motivate you to build the life you want and get to what is keeping you from being productive.