Depression Counseling in Westlake, TX.

Feel terrible? No energy? Lying in bed all day long, with no motivation, no desire to do anything at all? Trying to think of a reason to go on? I understand how horrible and debilitating long-term depression is. Medication can help, but a combination of medication and face-to-face counseling can be the best route toward having a life again. If you can work up the energy to get to my office, we can talk about what you can do to start feeling better, a little at a time.

For those seeking to overcome depression, Dr. Minatrea uses an approach that may serve either as an adjunct or an alternative to medication. This approach incorporates principles of cognitive-behavior therapy with Therapeutic Lifestyle Change (TLC). Lifestyle changes include the use of nutritional supplements (e.g., Omega-3), strategies for improving sleep, engaging activities, light exposure, exercise, and social support. Dr. Minatrea can help you make these changes in a step-by-step fashion that is effective for alleviating depression and preventing its recurrence.

If you’re feeling down, are lacking motivation, or lacking motivation, you’re not alone. The demands of work and home life can take a toll on any man. Not many understand the unique pressures you face, and this can be frustrating, lonely, and isolating. Whether you feel like things are falling apart, or you’re still hiding it pretty well, there is hope. I often use EMDR therapy and a faith-based perspective to help men uncover and heal the source of their issues, and discover their peace, hope, and motivation in life. One of the insidious parts of depression is that while you’re in the fog, it’s hard to be objective. I will help you walk through this fog until we get to the other side.

Depression has a profound impact on one's health and the economic burden of the disease is significant. I can use of combination of medication and therapy to assist you with improving your symptoms of depression. I will engage in active listening to better understand your current symptoms. We will work together to help you cope with your depressive symptoms.

Depression can be sadness but also can be lack of motivation or energy to do life leading to low self esteem. We can work together to strategize ways to improve motivation and energy. We will examine you thoughts and beliefs as related to your depression to see if they are contributing to your lack of motivation and poor self esteem. As your energy and motivation improve, self esteem may also improve. Finding the energy to engage life can decrease depression symptoms.

Feelings of sadness, loneliness, fatigue, irritability, worthlessness, difficulty sleeping, and not interested in pleasurable things in general, are symptoms of depression. Depression can cover a wide range of symptoms that differ in severity, duration, frequency, and origin. The good news is depression can be treated. At Christ Centered Counseling we will listen, encourage, and work with you using a biblical approach to address the challenging situation in your life.

If you live with someone who is depressed and see their day-to-day life, you may be confused and even afraid at times. And if you have never been depressed yourself, you might have a hard time imagining what it feels like. You may not know much about the causes of depression, how it's diagnosed, or what treatment options are available. There are many things God can do through us to educate you about your loved one's experience with depression, but you also need to take care of your own mental health and well-being.

Exploring and identifying triggers as well as contributing factors tat are fueling clients symptoms of depression is the main focus when beginning to work together. After awareness is developed client will have a better understanding of where adjustments can be made. Adjustments may include; creating a healthier self care routine, creating a healthier work/life balance, engaging in as well as exploring new hobbies, engaging in healthy social interactions, etc.

Depression is a complex and challenging condition that can leave you feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, and disconnected from your world. Unlike what our society has often taught us to believe in the past, just pushing through without support can worsen symptoms significantly. Often, depression can feel like a daily battle between you and your brain. As a counselor who has nothing but empathy and patience for people experiencing depression, I am eager to help support you in getting back to living. Depression is treatable, and my goal is to empower you with tools and practices that can help you regain your well being. You aren't alone in this battle; I am your dedicated ally every step of the way