Depression Counseling in Chattahoochee Hills, GA.

When I address depression and major depressive disorders, I do so with a Biblical perspective. Depending on the degree of the depression, I typically start with supportive psychotherapy and medication management until they've gotten to the point of being able to fully engage in more intense therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy. My approach is very patient-dependent, and no two treatment plans are alike.

Cognitive behavioral therapy ia an excellent approach to depression.During episodes of depression, people frequently exhibit extreme thinking patterns, and cognitive therapy can help them bring their thinking into perspective. If, for example, they see themselves as worthless or a failure, they can explore beliefs that help them see themselves in a different light. If a counselor feels that issues from long ago (for example, trauma or childhood neglect) are emerging as depression, she may employ EMDR therapy. Often a mixture of techniques is used in treating 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.

We work with clients who experience long term as well as situational depression. We understand that you need more than someone who will tell you to "be more active and you'll feel better" or "think positive". Although these methods are effective, we will assist you in resolving your depression in order to move to become the more functioning person you want to be.

I have helped clients who have been told they have "treatment resistant depression" and clients who have tried many approaches to reduce depression. The root cause of depression is often upsetting experiences like criticism, rejection, embarrassment, job loss, relationship endings, emotional neglect, childhood abuse, midlife career transitions. These events diminish how we view ourselves and our ability to get what we want in life. Client review: "I have struggled off and on with depression and have seen numerous counselors over the past 15 years. Working with Kalpana, I made significant progress in a relatively short period of time and years later my depression has not returned".

Walking through depression recovery can be a life long journey, we help support you through your recovery process. Depression can feel very lonely and isolating. You don't have to walk through this journey alone, I have personally been there and I am here to help you. This is a safe space to help you heal. Many people deal with shame associated with depression, feeling that no one understands or struggling to acknowledge the fact that we are in need of support.

Depression has many faces and many origins. It can be caused by life circumstances, or it can be caused by genetics. Sometimes medication is needed for the long term, sometimes for only a short term and sometimes not at all. If you're willing to talk with a professional, I can help you deal with the feelings of helplessness and hopelessness that may be part of your depression. If your symptoms are more like rapid mood swings, you may have Bipolar Disorder. I welcome the opportunity to help you and your family and friends understand the uniqueness of this Disorder.

At Options Behavioral Health, we strive to be a leader in the mental health community. We provide the most up-to-date and effective solutions for mental health disorders and we offer our expertise in depression treatment to help you regain control of your life. Our familial setting allows us to treat each person who comes to us with a personalized touch, making certain to fulfill all the needs of every individual we meet – mind, body, and soul. We offer a caring and supportive environment for those who come to us for he