Depression Counseling in Highlands, TX.

When depressed, it can be hard to find the motivation to get moving. It can be like a heavy blanket or fog is laying over you. The experiential work I offer with horses, allow a person to start to "move through" their depression. Sometimes just taking that first step can be the catalyst to taking many more steps. "How does a person complete a marathon?" ... "One step at a time." I help people develop the skills to run the marathon called life.

If you’re feeling down, are lacking motivation, or lacking motivation, you’re not alone. The demands of work and home life can take a toll on any man. Not many understand the unique pressures you face, and this can be frustrating, lonely, and isolating. Whether you feel like things are falling apart, or you’re still hiding it pretty well, there is hope. I often use EMDR therapy and a faith-based perspective to help men uncover and heal the source of their issues, and discover their peace, hope, and motivation in life. One of the insidious parts of depression is that while you’re in the fog, it’s hard to be objective. I will help you walk through this fog until we get to the other side.

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.

I integrate a variety of treatments and models, such as CBT, DBT, Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP), and EMDR to provide clients with effective treatment options, to achieve insights that may have been elusive otherwise. Ketamine's rapid antidepressant effects can facilitate breakthroughs in therapy sessions, while EMDR can effectively process and reframe past experiences contributing to depression. Having a variety of approaches allows clients to delve into their emotional experiences and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Through these modalities, clients can experience relief from depressive symptoms and achieve long-lasting emotional healing and resilience.

Life ofen throws us curve balls, and at times it can be overwhelming. Depression is a common symptom that occurs when life becomes too stressful. I help clients understand the relationships among thoughts, feelings and emotions, and how they impact depression. Once we understand the thoughts that are impacting your depression we can work on ways to challenge the destructive thoughts, and help you decrease your symptoms of depression. In addition we can work on ways to help you cope with some of the stressors that are occuring in your life.

You'll discover a secure, accepting environment to explore your thoughts and get acceptance for your experiences via depression counseling or treatment with me. Together, we'll investigate the root causes of your sadness, confront unhelpful thought patterns, and create workable coping mechanisms. I'll collaborate with you to increase self-esteem, communication skills, and goal-setting. You will receive dependable support from our therapeutic alliance as we guide you through the difficulties of depression and help you avoid solitude. Whether or whether medicine is a part of your treatment plan, I'm dedicated to your growth and well-being at every stage.

Feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, sorrow, loss of joy, suicidal thoughts, lack of interest in activities, loneliness, and being withdrawn, are some of the warning signs of depression. Sometimes depression is also accompanied by anxiety. Working against depression can feel exhausting and it can be heartbreaking to watch someone you love suffer from Major Depression. Our Lord wants to make your joy complete and ensure your life has meaning and worth. He wants to see you rise above the depression. And so do we. We all deserve to feel fully alive. As professional counselors , we are ready to give you the help you or your family needs to overcome depression and turn your tears into dancing.

I foster a safe and empathetic space where clients can openly express their emotions and challenges. I utilize evidence-based techniques to help clients understand the root causes of their depression, develop effective coping strategies, and cultivate resilience. Through personalized therapy sessions, clients can gain insights, learn valuable tools, and work towards a more balanced and fulfilling life, free from the grip of depression.

There are several factors that contribute to childhood and teen depression such as problems in school, grief and loss, illness, bullying and problems with parents. In order to address the child’s needs, I will meet with your family in order to assess and understand the nature of the depression. As adolescents share their feelings about what they are experiencing in their lives, I will work with your child to reduce the symptoms of depression and strive to improve, self-esteem, social skills and help them to develop emotional problem solving skills.

Depression is serious with a variety of causes and affects millions of people. If you're feeling depressed, you are not alone! Symptoms of depression include feelings of hopelessness, fatigue or low energy, less interest in regular activities, excessive guilt, lessened ability to concentrate, weight fluctuation, changes in appetite or sleeping, or thoughts of death. Depression can impact many aspects of a person's life and our goal is helping you get back to living the life you want to live. Cognitive therapy can help you learn to manage the symptoms of depression, develop problem solving skills, increase self-esteem, build positive relationships, and get back to feeling like yourself again.

Exploring and identifying triggers as well as contributing factors tat are fueling clients symptoms of depression is the main focus when beginning to work together. After awareness is developed client will have a better understanding of where adjustments can be made. Adjustments may include; creating a healthier self care routine, creating a healthier work/life balance, engaging in as well as exploring new hobbies, engaging in healthy social interactions, etc.

EMDR, Eye Movement and Desensitization and Reprocessing, has been proven effective for depression and anxiety. Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy has also been proven effective for Treatment Resistant Depression for those whom traditional pharmaceutical interventions (Prozac, Wellbutrin, etc.) were not tolerated or ineffective. We offer Ketamine Assisted Therapy under medical supervision with appropriate screening and post-treatment observation by an ER physician with over 20 years of experience with Ketamine administration.