Depression Therapy
Are You Struggling With A Lack Of Motivation?
Have you stopped pursuing hobbies and interests that you used to love? Do you reject invitations from family and friends, causing them to worry about how you’re doing? Did a recent life change knock you off balance, and you haven’t felt quite like yourself since?
Depression symptoms can impact your emotional wellbeing and physical health. Perhaps you’ve been feeling emotionally numb, or maybe you’re regularly hit with sudden crying spells. You don’t look forward to anything anymore, and your pessimism makes you feel like you’re trapped by circumstances that you didn’t choose.
Maybe you sleep for eight hours every night, yet you’re still tired and depleted when you wake up. You might be getting sick more often. Even if you manage to get to work each day, you feel like you’re just going through the motions.
Depression Can Leave You Feeling Exhausted And Discouraged
Depression often brings intrusive thoughts and negative belief patterns that become self-defeating. You constantly criticize yourself, and at night, you might have a tendency to dwell on supposed mistakes you’ve made. You feel lonely and isolated, but when your loved ones reach out, you push them away because the thought of being vulnerable is too nerve-wracking. Deep down, you’re tired of being alone, yet socializing can be frustrating when it feels like no one understands what you’re going through.
Whether you’re dealing with depression symptoms that were brought on by a tumultuous life change or you’re unsure of the cause, therapy can help you let go of negative self-talk, practice genuine self-care, and rekindle your sense of purpose and meaning in life.
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Many People Experience Depression After Major Life Transitions
When you’re living with depression, it can seem like everyone else is happy and content except for you. However, countless people have gone through difficult life events that sparked depression symptoms. Going through a break up, divorce, or the loss of a loved one can be extremely emotionally taxing. Reimagining your future can be overwhelming, and it can feel like you’re carrying these tensions in your body.
Sometimes, people suffer from depression without a clear catalyst. They might feel burned out from work and generally dissatisfied with life, and they wonder what went wrong or how they can pull themselves out of this rut when their motivation has dried up. People in this position might resign themselves to living a life that feels unfulfilling and avoid reaching out for support because their situation is “not that bad” compared to others.
It Can Be Hard To Break Free From Negative Thought Cycles On Your Own
Lots of people with depression try to suppress their symptoms because they feel like they need to overcome these problems on their own. The shame around sharing mental health struggles can keep people suffering in silence. Yet, isolation traps them in negative thought loops, with no outside point of view to challenge these detrimental beliefs. Overthinking can make it feel as though your own mind is working against you. But the right therapist can equip you with healthy techniques for healing from burnout, finding freedom from rumination and overthinking, and embracing a new chapter of your life.
Through Therapy, You Can Address The Root Causes Of Depression
If depression has held you back from connecting with others, it can be hard to work up the courage to pursue therapy. However, building a trusting relationship with a therapist who understands you can help you recognize your inherent worth. During therapy, you’ll examine what might have triggered your symptoms, identify the unhelpful habits and coping mechanisms that you’ve developed to deal with these negative feelings or emotional numbness and discover new paths to building a truly fulfilling life.
What To Expect In Depression Therapy Sessions
In counseling, you’ll focus on learning new thought patterns and self-perception while gradually making behavioral changes and prioritizing self-care. You’ll learn how to stop engaging in self-disparaging comments based on perceived “failures” and get comfortable with verbalizing healthy self-talk.
Depression can cause you to withdraw from your social circle, making it harder to get the support and reassurance you need. Your therapist will help you identify your support system and guide you in reconnecting with your loved ones or making new connections to ease loneliness.
Treatment Approaches For Depression Counseling
At Bloom Therapy, we can draw from several therapeutic modalities to create a depression treatment plan. Narrative therapy can help you reframe your circumstances and let go of the idea that depression is an inherent aspect of your personality. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for depression, your counselor will guide you in critiquing the maladaptive belief patterns that often accompany this condition and adopt adaptive alternatives. Furthermore, Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy for depression can shift your perspective on how each “part” of your personality serves you in some way, enabling you to integrate these parts rather than rejecting aspects of yourself.
Additionally, if you’re struggling with work burnout, or you’ve been struggling to prove yourself in the workplace due to imposter syndrome, we’ll assess how you might be engaging in biased self-talk, which can increase your stress. We’ll also clarify which activities you enjoy and figure out how you can create space in your life to do more of what lights you up.
If you’re living with depression, you might feel like you’re trying to get through each day with a physical weight on your shoulders. Getting the support you need through therapy can help you feel a little lighter. At Bloom, we apply a solution-focused approach to therapy to empower you with the necessary skills and knowledge, enabling you to regain agency over your thoughts and emotions so that you can find genuine joy in life once again.
But You Might Still Have Questions About Depression Therapy…
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If you’ve had an underwhelming experience with a previous therapist, working with a new therapist who brings a different perspective to sessions could help you make lasting changes. Progress in therapy depends on many factors, and our therapists will assess your progress early on to ensure that you’re benefiting from sessions. We encourage you to take advantage of the confidentiality clause in therapy and express yourself honestly to identify the roots of your depression.
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When you start attending therapy, it’s normal to feel somewhat reliant on going to regular sessions. Our therapists will create a safe space where you can learn about yourself and your unique needs, and in time, you’ll be able to apply the skills and strategies you’ve learned in sessions to your daily life. In time, you’ll feel confident and secure enough in your growth in therapy that you’ll be ready to “graduate” from working with us, but even if you reach a point where you no longer need frequent sessions, you are always welcome to return to Bloom Therapy for a “tune up.”
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We aim to make therapy accessible for our clients, and we currently accept insurance from Aetna, Optum, Cigna, and Anthem Blue Cross California. Furthermore, we offer out-of-network services and can provide you with a super bill for insurance reimbursement while helping you navigate the insurance reimbursement process. Additionally, we can conduct a benefit check on your behalf and notify you of our in-network and out-of-network benefits.
Therapy For Depression Can Help You Experience The Beauty Of Life
You do not need to struggle with depression in silence. If you’re ready to find support in overcoming depression, it may be time to connect with a therapist. We encourage you to reach out to us by calling our office at 619-500-1843 or filling out the contact form on our website to schedule a free 15-minute consultation or book a session.
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