Our therapists offer counseling for anxiety & depression in Jackson, MS

Anxiety and Depression Therapy in Jackson, MS—Mental Health Help

If you think that you have depression and/or anxiety, understand that help in overcoming them is readily available. The depression therapists and anxiety therapists at Thriveworks Counseling in Jackson, MS have the training and experience to help you improve your mental health as soon as tomorrow.

Ready to start? Give our office a call at (601) 202-9114 today or schedule online today.

Anxiety and Depression: What Do They Consist of?

Maybe you went through something traumatic, or perhaps you just have had a build-up of difficult emotions over the years. The reasons why we develop mental illnesses like depression and anxiety are vast. In some instances, you might develop depression after struggling with anxiety for some time. And vice versa. Regardless of how or why you developed these conditions, it’s important to understand what you have in order to get the proper treatment based on your specific needs. 

Different types of depression that can manifest in someone’s life include: 

• Major Depressive Disorder: This is the most well-known form of depression. Symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder include feelings of despair, emptiness, hopelessness, insomnia or hypersomnia, lack of interest in previously enjoyable activities, and suicidal thoughts or actions. To be diagnosed with this disorder, you must have symptoms for at least two weeks. 

• Minor Depression: Minor Depression has the same symptoms and signs as Major Depressive Disorder, it’s just less severe and not as persistent. 
• Bipolar Disorder: This disorder is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression and mania. Manic symptoms can include risky behavior in your personal and professional life. These spouts of energy are described as euphoric. 

Along with different variations of depression, there are different types of anxiety as well. Symptoms of anxiety can include excessive worry, restlessness, shortness of breath, fatigue, changes in sleeping habits, and more. Different types of anxiety include: 

• Social Anxiety Disorder: As the name implies, this form of anxiety is brought on by social situations. Someone may feel anxious when speaking on the phone, presenting during a meeting, or attending a gathering with strangers. 
• Generalized Anxiety Disorder: Generalized Anxiety Disorder is one of the most common forms of anxiety, which can be brought on by many different stressors. This can be anything from fear of running late, meeting deadlines, getting into new relationships, and more. 
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: Also known as PTSD, this form of anxiety is induced by a traumatic event. Traumatic events that could potentially cause PTSD includes sexual assault, emotional abuse, deployment to a warzone, neglect, natural disasters, and more. 

Manage Your Depression and Anxiety at Thriveworks Counseling in Jackson, MS

At Thriveworks Counseling in Jackson, MS, our team members dedicate themselves to providing you with the tools and resources to better manage the symptoms of anxiety and depression.

When you’re ready, give our office a call at (601) 202-9114 or visit our online booking system.