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My go-to approach for treating depression is dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I prefer this style and find the best benefit in DBT because DBT can help manage painful emotions and develop effective coping skills.
I teach the following tools in depression counseling: mindfulness, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance.
I know a client is making meaningful progress in depression counseling when they report that they were sad or down and they utilized the skills they are learning to help themselves out of the sadness.
Clients can supplement their time in depression counseling by practicing the tools and skills learned in therapy.
To prepare for your first depression counseling session, you can research types of therapy that are known for helping to relieve depression.
Anxiety & depression counseling from our therapists at Thriveworks in Athens, GA can help people better understand and manage their symptoms. If you are struggling with regular anxious and/or depressive thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety or depressive disorder, you should seek professional help. The therapists at Thriveworks can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your anxiety and/or depression.
Anxiety & depression counseling from our therapists in Athens involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Your therapist will then work with you to determine where your anxiety and/or depression might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.
Anxiety & depression counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Anxiety & depression counseling from Thriveworks Athens therapists can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, dependent on the severity of one’s anxiety or depression as well as their needs and preferences.
Depression is more than feeling upset or going through a tough time in your life. It’s a severe mental health condition that can shatter the lives of those with the disorder. More than 17 million U.S. adults are affected by depression, and the disorder doesn’t discriminate based on race, age, or socioeconomic background.
It’s essential that we understand depression and how it affects us. Armed with that knowledge, we can take the necessary steps to regain what depression has taken from us. And that first step, whether it is learning a new coping skill or seeking a qualified, professional therapist at Thriveworks Counseling in Athens, is crucial for our overall mental wellbeing. If you’re suffering with depression, reach out to Thriveworks Athens today. We’re here to help.
We all feel sad or distraught at one point or another. It’s normal. However, when these feelings worsen and begin to affect you and those around you negatively, you might have depression, which is characterized by deep despair and some of the following symptoms:
These are common symptoms but certainly not all-inclusive. Symptoms will vary from one individual to the next, so it’s vital that a professional therapist properly review your symptoms to provide an accurate diagnosis.
Here are a few types of depression:
Know that you are not alone. You’re joining an estimated 65% of U.S. adults who receive therapy by a mental health professional.
An experienced team of professionals at Thriveworks Counseling is ready to help treat your depression symptoms. A scheduling assistant can help set you up with an appointment, and often you can meet with your provider within the same week. We offer flexibility with our appointment times as well as convenient options such as video counseling. If you are experiencing depression, please call our Thriveworks Counseling office in Athens today to schedule an appointment or use our online booking widget to schedule an appointment yourself.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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