Depression Counseling
Do you find yourself stuck, or without hope? Life just isn’t as fun as it used to be and everything seems so hard and like it takes so much effort? Things that used to bring joy just don’t anymore? Depression counseling services at Restorative Counseling Center offer hope and healing for those suffering with depression.
Do I have depression?
We all go through difficult seasons, and times where we feel less motivated, but if you or a loved one find yourselves in an endless cycle you just can’t escape, you may have depression or the start of depressive symptoms. Maybe your depression is mild or maybe it is disrupting your life. Counseling can be an effective treatment for depression.
Many people find themselves suffering from disappointments and discouragements in life. If you find yourself unable to get past these times on your own, or they become debilitating, you may want to seek help from a counselor. If you find it difficult to get out of bed or you are turning down social opportunities, or you are not leaving your home, now is the time to seek help for your depression.
Getting help for my depression
You are not alone and there is help! There is a hope. For many people, counseling can be a way to escape the cycle of depression. Seeking help from a mental health professional can reduce the duration and help prevent relapse. Both outpatient and inpatient care may be appropriate depending on the severity of the depression. Techniques and methods including behavior activation, acceptance-based cognitive-behavioral therapies and interpersonal therapy are just a few of the approaches a therapist might take to combat depression. Restorative Counseling Center also offers depression counseling from a Christian, biblical perspective if that is what the client desires. Natural approaches like nutrition, physical activity, and mindfulness may also be suggested. Sometimes the things we want to do the least when depressed, are the things we need to do the most!
Do I need medication for my depression?
First and foremost, we are not medical doctors, so please see your primary care doctor for a full physical. Sometimes issues associated with depression (loss of appetite, difficulty sleeping, etc.), may be caused by other medical conditions. As far as medication, if you are not currently taking depression medication, we typically suggest you try a few sessions of counseling as you may find some relief and not need to pursue a prescription. In other cases, medication may be effective in getting more out of counseling. If you are already on medication, counseling can be a good supplement to your current regimen.
There is Hope
Contact us to learn more about how counseling can be an effective treatment of depression. You don’t have to keep suffering.
If you are currently suicidal, please call 911, proceed to your nearest emergency room, or call the suicide hotline at
1-800-273-8255. If you are in the Grand Rapids area, you can also go to the Pine Rest Urgent Care.
If you relate to any of the above, you may be interested in the following blog posts:
Do I have depression?
Establishing a gratitude practice
Loneliness: Questions to ask
Motivation: Do you have to feel like it to do it?
Motivation: Act your way to a new feeling
