Our therapists provide depression counseling in Cambridge, MA

The method through which depression is treated by our mental health professionals depends on the way that this emotional disorder manifests itself in your life. It’s also essential to know that depression isn’t just a single disorder: It’s an umbrella term for many different forms that this condition can present itself as. As we said, there’s many, but the most common types of depression that our psychologists and psychiatrists treat are:

•   Minor depression: As the name suggests, minor depression is related to major depression—it’s typically severe in its effect and duration. Still, those with this condition still will seem distant, withdrawn, or overwhelmed with sadness. Minor depression can be harder to detect.
•   Bipolar Disorder: This mental health condition can alter someone’s emotions wildly, ranging from elation in one moment to overwhelming despair in the next. Those with bipolar disorder might find it hard to maintain close relationships or jobs due to their unpredictable mood swings.
•   Major depressive disorder: This condition captures the popular perception of depression. Those with major depression experience emotional detachment and hopelessness. These factors usually take away from their work, relationships and hobbies.
•   Postpartum depression: Postpartum depression is a mood disorder that arises after a woman gives birth. Women who undergo caesarian sections or experience a miscarriage are even more likely to experience this type of depression.

The wide variety of different depressive disorders only highlights that this condition isn’t about just feeling down all the time. For those with minor depression or bipolar disorder, it can become an exhausting roller coaster ride—for others, it might seem like things will just never improve, and that their situation is hopeless. The triggers for depression also vary, but typically life events can act as instigators for this mood disorder. Some common events or circumstances include:

• Breakups or divorce
• The effects of a chronic health condition
• Stress from work or relatives
• Divorce
• Financial issues
• The death of someone close

Get Treatment for Depression with Thriveworks 

Regardless of the mental health professional you connect with, Thriveworks in Stockton, CA is dedicated to placing your mental health needs before anything else. We want to provide you with the resources and professional guidance you need to manage your depression better. Give our office a call today at (617) 380-4651.