Therapy for Depression
Depression is different for everyone and varies in severity, duration and symptoms. Depression is not your fault nor is it permanent. With help, it’s possible to move through life with less effort and greater ease.
You are not alone.
As a woman, you are nearly twice as likely to experience depression than men, and approximately 12 million women in the United States experience clinical depression each year, according to Mental Health America. If you have persistent feelings of apathy, sadness or hopelessness, you may be suffering from depression. No matter the source, therapy can help.
Depression is invisible.
Considering the political, cultural, interpersonal, parental, professional and hormonal stressors so prevalent in our society, it’s no wonder so many women experience feelings of depression. Depression can show up in the absence of obvious situational stressors, making it more challenging to explain to friends and family, and people who struggle with depression often hide their feelings to get through the day, putting on a smile that isn’t sincere.
Depression is not your fault.
You may think you are somehow responsible for your depression. If you could accomplish certain life goals, you wouldn’t be so unhappy. These feelings are common, but depression is not your fault, nor does it indicate a character flaw.
It is possible to feel better.
There’s no need to dismiss your feelings and thoughts. Your reactions to triggers are normal, and therapy can help work through the thoughts and feelings that contribute to your depression. You are worth the time and effort to begin living your life with happiness and calm.