Depression Counseling in Humble, TX.

Depression manifests itself in many ways some times in great sadness, others in anger and sometimes even in anxiety and panic. In working with clients in their depression we most often begin with identification of the depression, clarifying what is depression and what is anxiety, learning how their depression is connected to other thoughts and feelings. We work together utilizing Gestalt therapy, DBT (dialectical behavior therapy) and CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) in creating a better understanding of triggers, warning signs and coping skills in very tangible ways.

I work with a depressed nervous system by working with the body. Often we struggle to sleep, eat, or accomplish relatively simple tasks. Our bodies are stuck with the brake on. When our body thinks it is futile, out mind follows quickly thereafter and we begin to tell ourselves how pointless things are and how worthless we are. I work with the whole body to re-regulate the body to enable you to get back to a whole integrated self.

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.

Depression has an element of the past living in the now. Hope is lost if all we can see, feel or remember is how things were. How things went wrong. How things were bad. How things were better. It is easy to stop doing things that bring us a feeling of fulfillment and comfort and slip into seemingly unending......nothing. Nothing changes, nothing is better, nothing helps. The past can be a great opportunity to learn or change but it belongs where it is.

I know it's easy to feel hopeless, like the world is just a force of apathy. I want you to know that there are other ways for you to feel and view things. I offer tools to help you re-frame your mindset and work towards a better life. You are not hopeless. If you are on this site now, you are obviously trying. I find the most successful of my clients know that this is a collaborative effort. I hope to collaborate with you soon.

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.

Depression is an interesting mood state in that there may be differing levels of intensity. What I have learned over the years is that before we have learned to speak, we are taking in everything around us through our sense of hearing, sight, and touch. Our brain processes the information when our brain isn't fully developed. We process the best we can and out of that we develop a core message about ourselves based on our early experiences. Many people develop the core message "I'm not good enough." Then we develop relationships with friends and intimate partners that reinforce that core message. We engage in negative self-talk.The great thing is, we can reprogram our message.

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.

Research shows that the most effective treatment for depression is psychotherapy. Depression can range from feeling down to major symptoms such as having trouble even getting out of bed or contemplating suicide (if you have suicidal thoughts or plans, call the National Suicide Prevention Line at 1-800-273-8255). Online counseling is effective for depression because it is easy to access: you can start treatment without even leaving the house.

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.

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.