Depression Counseling in Thompson, CT.

There are multiple reasons why an individual might experience such a state as depression. Often I have found that it is typically being overwhelmed by lifes challenges and uncertainties which then leads to apathy. Other times it is a event like the loss of of job, a loved one, marital difficulties or even just a biological issues. The first goal, then in therapy, is to assess the underlying cause. Once this is accomplished, it is then possible to look for solutions that are tailored to the individual's specific needs so that time is not wasted in pursuing goals.

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.

Depression is one of them most common and treatable conditions. Are you experiencing: A sad mood during most of the day/ Irritability/ Fatigue or loss of energy/ Feelings of worthlessness or guilt/ Impaired concentration, Indecisiveness/ An inability to sleep and/or excessive sleeping/ Diminished interest or pleasure in previously enjoyed activities/ A sense of restlessness or being slowed down/ Significant weight loss or weight gain/ Recurring thoughts of death or suicide? If any of these symptoms are impacting your life, there is help and hope. I welcome the opportunity to work together to ease your pain and help you to learn how to return to a more balanced and peaceful state of mind.

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.

Every individual is at risk for depression. At Victoria Counseling Services, we assist individuals in overcoming the debilitating symptoms of depression using psychopharmacology and/or psychotherapy. On your initial evaluation, we see to illicit the core reasons for the depressive symptoms and provide you with an individualized treatment plan. Your active participation in your treatment plan is encouraged during each visit

Nearly everyone at some point in their life, experiences some form of depression. When this does occur, seeking a professional psychotherapist such as myself helps to process why the depression is happening, and come up with ways to help escape out of the ruts of depression. I have counseling tools that will help you through this. Allow me to assist you in getting to where you want to be.