Anxiety & depression counseling from our therapists at Thriveworks in Newark, NJ 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 Newark 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 from Thriveworks Newark 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 and Anxiety in Newark, NJ—Therapy and Counseling
Depression and anxiety can strike anyone—regardless of age, race, socio-economic status, or gender. They can keep many people from living the lives they want to lead. As many as 15 percent of adults in the US will struggle with depression at some point in their lives, and the numbers are higher for anxiety at 25 percent.
The mental health professionals at Thriveworks Newark Counseling understand the obstacles that anxiety and depression throw into people’s lives. We also know what the path toward healing and growth looks like. We have walked step-by-step with many clients as they found the right treatment options for them. If you are struggling with anxiety or depression, reach out to Thriveworks Newark today for help.
What Are Anxiety and Depression?
Depression is not a singular diagnosis. It comes in a variety of forms, including…
- Major Depressive Disorder – This illness is what most people simply call depression. It includes difficult and dark emotions like despair, emptiness, hopelessness, and sadness. People often experience changes in their appetite. They may want to eat all the time or have difficulty eating. They may also experience sleep disruptions like hypersomnia or insomnia. In many cases, Major Depressive Disorder causes thoughts of suicide or death. These symptoms will persist for at least two weeks, but they can last for longer.
- Postpartum Depression – Depression can strike expecting and new mothers in the form of Postpartum Depression. The symptoms of Postpartum Depression usually show themselves during the pregnancy’s last trimester or within four weeks of the birth. Those symptoms include Major Depressive Disorder’s symptoms with a few additions. Often, a mother who is experiencing Postpartum Depression will fear being alone with the baby, be unable to care for the baby or herself, experience negative emotions about the baby, consider harming the baby, worry incessantly about the baby, or even ignore the baby.
Anxiety, as with depression, has many different forms that can be displayed in people’s lives, including…
- Panic Disorder – Some people experience anxiety as a panic attack where they may feel like they are dying. A panic attack can arise without warning, and it often lasts several minutes before subsiding. During the attack, people’s hearts may race, they may experience abdominal pain, their limbs may feel numb, or they may feel chilly or hot. When these attacks are recurring, they may be Panic Disorder.
- Social Anxiety Disorder – Social interactions can fill certain people with extreme fear and worry. When people struggle with Social Anxiety Disorder, they often feel embarrassed and judged. They may avoid any social interactions. They often avoid meeting new people.
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder – Traumatic events are not always resolves, and the effects of trauma can linger in a person’s life. In these cases, people may have Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. They may experience flashback and nightmares where they relive the events. They may also continue to feel the stress from the event.
Scheduling Depression or Anxiety Therapy at Thriveworks Newark
If you recognized any of the signs of anxiety or depression, it may be time to reach out to a mental health professional for help. What is happening in your life right now? Is it time to reach out? Thriveworks Newark is ready to help. We have worked with many clients are battling anxiety and depression, and helped them find the treatment they needed.
When you call our office, know that you will not be put on a waitlist, but many new clients have their first appointment within the week. We accept many forms of insurance, and we offer weekend and evening session.
Let’s work together. Contact Thriveworks Newark today.
