Common signs of depression include: Consistent low mood, Fatigue, Irritability, Oversleeping or difficulty sleeping, Changes in diet (eating much more or less), Withdrawal and isolation, Feelings of guilt or worthlessness, Feelings of hopelessness, Loss of interest in previous hobbies or activities, Excessive substance use

What is your go-to approach for depression counseling?

My go-to approach for treating depression involves recognizing negative automatic responses that control our emotions and decreasing feelings of inferiority by understanding basic social mistakes and sibling relationships. I find the best benefit in Adlerian therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and solution-focused therapy (SFT).

What tools do you teach in depression counseling?

During sessions, I teach the following tools in anxiety therapy: Recognizing guilt and shame, Recognizing existential guilt: choosing not to choose or allowing others to make choices for us, Providing education on sibling birth order and how it affects us mentally, Becoming aware of one's own strengths, Pain management, Understanding resistanceâargumentative behaviors, seeking to please, and life-limiting patterns, Parenting skills, Communication/assertiveness training, Social skills, Behavior rehearsal: practicing new thoughts before an actual situation, Coping skills for depression, Behavior experiments, Thought stopping, Challenging stereotypes, Exploring personal identity and personal values

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in depression counseling?

I know a client is making meaningful progress in depression counseling when they have been becoming more social with spouses, family, and/or friends.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement depression counseling?

Clients can supplement their time in depression counseling by practicing their personalized homework in between appointments. Homework is a collaborative effort between the therapist and the client.

What should someone do to prepare for starting depression counseling?

To prepare for your first depression counseling session, you can make a list of things you would like to talk about when you come to therapy. You can also take a moment to imagine what it would be like if your depression was suddenly removed.

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Q: Is it worth going to therapy for depression?

It is absolutely worth going to therapy for depression â depression counseling helps people better manage their symptoms and get back to living happier lives again.

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What can counseling do for those who suffer with depression?

Depression counseling can help those with major depression, minor depression, postpartum depression, persistent depressive disorder, and more. The providers at Thriveworks in Jacksonville, FL will develop a unique treatment plan based on your specific experience, needs, and goals.

Is it worth going to therapy for depression?

It is absolutely worth going to therapy for depression — depression counseling helps people better manage their symptoms and get back to living happier lives again.

How does depression counseling work?

Depression counseling works by helping people pinpoint life problems, distorted thought patterns, and other causes of their depression, then process and work through them in order to mitigate the negative effects those factors have on their lives.

Signs of depression

Common signs of depression include:

Consistent low mood
Fatigue
Irritability
Oversleeping or difficulty sleeping
Changes in diet (eating much more or less)
Withdrawal and isolation
Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
Feelings of hopelessness
Loss of interest in previous hobbies or activities
Excessive substance use

Is depression counseling conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks depression counseling in Jacksonville, FL is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How often should you attend depression therapy sessions?

Depression counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, dependent on the severity of one’s depression as well as their needs and preferences.

How much does depression counseling cost?

At Thriveworks, we take most major forms of insurance, which means that many of our clients only pay a $0-$50 co-pay per session. However, there are also self-pay options that sit around $200 per session, depending on the service and location, for those who are out-of-network.

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Depression Therapy in Jacksonville, FL (West)—Depression Therapists and Counselors

According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), depression symptoms and criteria include the following:

Depressed mood nearly every day (as demonstrated by sadness, emptiness)
Lack (or loss) of interest in day to day activities and events
Changes in appetite or weight
Difficulty sleeping (e.g., insomnia or hypersomnia)
Fatigue; loss of energy
Feelings of worthlessness
Lack of concentration or ability to think straight
Irritability
Suicidal thoughts

Are you experiencing any combination of the above? You might be depressed. Don’t worry, though, there is help available. A depression therapist or psychologist at Thriveworks Jacksonville can assess your needs and work with you to determine what form of treatment will help you, be it talk therapy, medication, or both. To get started, reach out to Thriveworks Jacksonville today.

How Can Depression Therapy, Counseling Help Me?

You can expect your Thriveworks therapist or psychologist to have the following goals in mind:

Help you better understand and manage your depression symptoms
Work with you to identify negative thinking and adapt more positive thinking
Assist you with understanding potential causes of your depression
Teach you how to respond well to triggers that upset or anger you
Help you develop a plan for self-care that will further support health and wellbeing

Working with a depression therapist to accomplish the above goals will help you cope with your depression and fight back against these feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness. Remember: the first step in recovering from depression is recognizing that you feel depressed and reaching out for help. Thriveworks Jacksonville is happy to help and support you during this time.

Work with a Depression Therapist at Thriveworks Jacksonville, FL (West)

If you’re ready to schedule a depression therapy appointment, give Thriveworks Jacksonville, FL (West) a call at (904) 567-7203. You can also book online to get started.

Thriveworks Jacksonville, FL counselors, therapists, and psychologists are excited to meet you and help you conquer your depression symptoms.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.

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Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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Their billing is horrible. I signed a payment agreement and they did not honour it. They charged my card for way more than the agreed amount making my account go negative. Cancelled all my appointment and wont be using this service again.

Read more Their billing is horrible. I signed a payment agreement and they did not honour it. They charged my card for way more than the agreed amount making my account go negative. Cancelled all my appointment and wont be using this service again.

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