Our therapists provide depression counseling in Rowlett, TX

What Are the Symptoms of Clinical Depression?

 According to the DSM, depression typically presents as:

1. A depressed mood (continuously feeling sad and/or negative) that endures longer than two weeks 
2. Anhedonia (loss of interest or pleasure in activities you usually enjoy)
3. Changes in appetite and/or unintentional weight loss or gain
4. Psychomotor retardation (slowed-down movements and thoughts)
5. Fatigue or exhaustion
6. Overwhelming feelings of despondency, guilt, or worthlessness
7. Problems with attention and/or memory
8. Suicidality (Call a crisis center immediately if you’re ever considering self-harm.)

Depression counselors might also look for the following potential symptoms of depression:

• Irritability (a depression symptom in men more often than women)
• Self-medication through substance abuse or addiction
• Psychomotor agitation (sped-up thoughts and actions)
• New sleeping patterns like insomnia or sleeping too much
• Changes in sex drive (libido)
• Social isolation

How Can Therapy Help You Cope with Depression?

The depression therapists at Thriveworks in Rowlett, TX can help people cope with and overcome their depression by offering the following evidence-based treatments:

• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which can modify maladaptive thought patterns and beliefs to make lasting changes on a person’s mental outlook
• Interpersonal therapy, which can improve interpersonal functioning
• Psychodynamic therapy, which uses self-reflection and self-examination in talk therapy to explore the psychological roots of suffering
• Holistic remedies like meditation and mindfulness, which can also reduce anxiety when treating depression
• Family therapy or couples therapy, which can help your loved ones cope with your mental health condition
• Behavioral activation, which focuses on a person’s behavior and environment
• Psychiatric medications prescribed by a licensed Thriveworks psychiatric NP, which can address underlying neurochemical imbalances

Get Exceptional Treatment for Depression at Thriveworks in Rowlett, TX

The premium depression counseling services at Thriveworks in Rowlett, TX accept most major health insurance plans. Thriveworks therapists can meet with clients in person at the modern office, or virtually anywhere through online counseling. Clients can choose what works best for them. As an additional benefit, Thriveworks clients can access their provider between sessions by email or phone. 

When you call the Thriveworks office or book an appointment online, you can meet with your provider within 7 days of booking. 

Call today to get started on your healing journey with Thriveworks.