Depression Counseling in Bridgeport, CT.

You did not choose to be depressed and it’s not something most people can simply “shake off.” Depression is real. It’s life altering and can trick you in to believing that you can never be happy again. I am here to help. I would be honored to walk with you as we challenge the narrative of your depression while acknowledging how incredibly hard and real it is. You are not alone, and hope can be the beginning to your own healing.

Depression shows up in many forms. Depression can look like low mood and low interest in activities or even feelings of hopelessness, trouble concentrating and thoughts of self harm. However your depressive symptoms are showing up, working together we can work to heal your heart space by intentionally creating plan that will enable you to enhance your emotional wellbeing.

I leverage a solution-based approach to clearly outline your primary challenge, work through an exercise to meditate on and define your future state and then work over 8 sessions to achieve it via homework and 1:1 sessions. Clients have experienced great success with this approach, my goal is to empower you - YOU have the answers and I want to help you find them.

My approach to depression therapy begins with helping clients understand it is a treatable illness. I assess their symptoms (sleep, eating problems, lack of focus, irritability, anxiety, sadness) to determine their condition (major depression, situational depression, dysphoria). I also determine whether medication (administered under the supervision of a medical professional) may be necessary in addition to talk therapy. I employ compassionate listening to understand each client's issues and the root causes of their condition and develop a tailored treatment plan.

Grey Matters International, Inc. and the work of Kevin J. Fleming, Ph.D. handles depression and other emotional disorders in a very unique way. Most of therapy or counseling processes utilize validation, unconditional positive regard, and reframing as common techniques to get someone to heal from their depression. Though this can be helpful, it rarely fixes the core problem behind it and for tough cases we then refer them usually to a psychiatrist for medication which can have tons of side effects. Instead, why not try a natural and arguably more effective way to not just change your mind, but change the brain--where the depression is rooted. Contact us at kevin@kevinflemingphd.com.

Are you feeling helpless, alone, despair or overwhelming sadness? You may be depressed. Depression is one of the most significant illnesses that interfere with your body, emotions, thoughts and normal functioning. It causes pain to you and your loved ones, however, it is treatable. I can assist you in identifying the source of your depression, along with your inner strength to activate your body’s natural healing power, and therefore providing hope, relief and a brighter tomorrow.

Depression can present itself in many ways, together we identify symptoms that are specific to you, identify and explore what factors are contributing to the symptoms, we talk about how you can begin to improve these symptoms so that you can be on your way to a happier healthier life. For some talk therapy is enough and for others they may need linkage to other specialists.

Being in a depressed state can feel like a heaviness weighing on you. It can feel like there is no light at the end of the tunnel. This feeling can reduce your ability to enjoy everyday life. Some people are wired this way, and others have experienced sad situations. I use a holistic approach to explore and address triggers so we can make a plan to break the momentum of these feelings. Some of the modalities I use are cognitive behavioral therapy, logotherapy, Gestalt therapy, rational emotive therapy, and many behavioral strategies. I will teach you to challenge the thoughts that can bring you down and alter your perspective so it is more comfortable, ultimately improving your mood.

Low mood and depression can really impact your relationship. Our sessions will address the negative cycles that are occurring in your relationship that can fuel your low mood such as money, intimacy/sex, communication, parenting, chores, impact of not enough time, etc. Together, we’ll work toward healing and restoring connection in a safe, supportive space. My office and private waiting room are designed to be motivating, elegant, and comforting—creating a space where healing and connection can thrive. This bespoke setting is an integral part of the luxury concierge therapy I provide.

I understand how Depression can take your happiness in life away. I will create a safe emphatic environment so we can explore how depression effects you and where it is coming from. Whether it has been passed down from previous generations or an event triggered it I can help! I will assist you in feeling the joy you so deserve. I know everyone journey is different and I will honor you on your journey. I look forward to talking to you soon!

I believe that depression is anger turned inward. I would use psycotherapy to delve into the reasons for the anger. Where did it originate and discuss methods to use on a daily basis to resolve this anger through a spiritual life and gratitudes. I would also take a family history and have the patient get a medical exam to identify the possiblity of it being a genetic disorder or physical malady. Concurring with the medical doctor or naturopath I would discuss methods to use through diet and exercise, meditation and social outlets to deal on a daily basis with the depression.

Grey Matters International, Inc. and the work of Kevin J. Fleming, Ph.D. handles depression and other emotional disorders in a very unique way. Most of therapy or counseling processes utilize validation, unconditional positive regard, and reframing as common techniques to get someone to heal from their depression. Though this can be helpful, it rarely fixes the core problem behind it and for tough cases we then refer them usually to a psychiatrist for medication which can have tons of side effects. Instead, why not try a natural and arguably more effective way to not just change your mind, but change the brain--where the depression is rooted. Contact us at kevin@kevinflemingphd.com

Anxiety & depression are frequently interconnected and can have challenging effects on our personal and professional lives. Finding evidence based strategies to counter the negative thought patterns we have can become a valuable tool for our recovery. Together we can explore these patterns and find strategies to replace them with more positive and nurturing patterns.

Sometimes it feels as though your sadness is a heavy weight on your shoulders. We can help you lift that weight and feel more peace and joy in your life. We use a safe and collaborative approach to helping you explore the roots of your sadness while learning evidence-based interventions to alleviate feelings of sadness, loneliness and being overwhelmed.

Depression is not easy. This affects so many areas of your life and you just want to be happy. Understanding your depression is a step to the healing process and getting you on the path of living your best life. Together we will work together to identify these factors of why you are depressed and start to build up the things in your life that make you happy. We will work together step by step and get you feeling better as soon as possible.

Feelingings of depression can be organically or situationally based. Organic depression has a strong heritability factor, with everyday stressors exasperating it. Situational depression is triggered by transitions in people’s lives where their current coping mechanisms are not strong enough to create the resilience and ongoing fortitude required to counteract the mood shift. For 30+ years in clinical practice, I have assisted my clients in understanding how to embrace their mood states and build cognitive belief patterns and behavioral routines that allow them to feel that they are in charge of their life and that the depression does not own them.

Depression is perhaps one of the most debilitating emotions one can feel. People living with depression often experience feelings of loneliness, uselessness and hopelessness. Activities that were once enjoyable now require much more energy to do, and no longer make you happy. There is help for you or your loved one. Naudeya takes a cognitive behavioral approach to treating depression. This approach focuses on identifying and challenging underlying negative thoughts and/or beliefs that have fueled depression symptoms, while also developing behavioral skills to change these beliefs and improve moods. To schedule an appointment with Naudeya call TR Counseling & Wellness at 203-819-7650.