Depression Counseling in Lucas, TX.

Feeling Hopeless? Of course you are, that's how depression works. It doesn't have to stay this way and its won't be like this forever if you get the help you need. I have seen countless cases of depression and I understand how it zaps the very life force out of you. Although you may feel powerless you don't have to be. There are specific treatments that help you gain your energy back and gain momentum to spiral upward. Depression isn't who you are and treatment allows you to become yourself again.

A person dealing with depression often feels a sense of hopelessness or helplessness, and may feel that it is out of their control. The good news is that many people learn to manage moods and symptoms of Depression. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy assists a person in learning strategies to manage depressive symptoms and episodes as well as plan for relapse prevention.

Depression is a complex and challenging condition that can leave you feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, and disconnected from your world. Unlike what our society has often taught us to believe in the past, just pushing through without support can worsen symptoms significantly. Often, depression can feel like a daily battle between you and your brain. As a counselor who has nothing but empathy and patience for people experiencing depression, I am eager to help support you in getting back to living. Depression is treatable, and my goal is to empower you with tools and practices that can help you regain your well being. You aren't alone in this battle; I am your dedicated ally every step of the way

There are three consistent methods to improve depression, whether it is situational or chronic. They include exercise, medicine and counseling- AND- they are synergistic. This means if you do more than one of them, you get more and more benefit. Do all three and it is 1+1+1=5 with the impact on your depression. Try and exercise 3 times a week, consider medication if needed, and start with the talk therapy. You can feel better!

Depression can be debilitating. Symptoms include but are not limited to : lack of interest and motivation, difficulty feeling happiness, isolation from others, difficulty getting out of bed. Many times people simply go from work to home with no other interaction or activity between. It can lead to a decrease in your overall functioning and well being. Let me help you to identify these symptoms and develop a plan of action so that you can live your best life.

12.4% of the adult population in the United States have reported to be affected by depression, stating they have experienced depression at some stage in their lives. 15%-20% of teens report experiencing depression during their teen years. (Source: CDC/NCHS) Galit Ribakoff helps individuals to successfully overcome depression, using creative and traditional approaches, in a safe and confidential environment.

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.

I work with a depressed nervous system by working with the body. Often we struggle to sleep, eat, or accomplish relatively simple tasks. Our bodies are stuck with the brake on. When our body thinks it is futile, out mind follows quickly thereafter and we begin to tell ourselves how pointless things are and how worthless we are. I work with the whole body to re-regulate the body to enable you to get back to a whole integrated self.

We frequently work with individuals to help find solutions to feelings of depression. We'll begin by having a dialogue about your experience. I'll listen, ask questions to clarify, and together we'll develop an action plan to help you find your way forward through depression to a better life. By speaking your truth -- being heard and validated -- and experiencing the therapeutic support I provide, you'll begin to find stronger ground to stand on. We are experienced and skilled in identifying and treating the many different types of depression -- whether you're dealing with postpartum depression, a chronic mild depression known as "dysthymia," bipolar disorder, or something else.

Depression affects everybody differently. Whether you are functioning or unable to get out of bed, counseling can be beneficial for you. On your first visit we will assess your symptoms so that we can start actively working on giving you relief. Understanding how you became depressed will also allow us to be preventative from feeling this way in the future.

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.

If you are struggling with depression, it may be difficult to even make the effort to contact a counselor and set up a session, which is completely understandable. Just know that the effort you put in towards seeing a counselor, myself or someone else, will pay off tremendously later on. I will help you in an exploration of the potential sources of your depression, but more importantly, I will help you find ways to decrease the depression when possible, and find healthy ways to cope with its symptoms, to live a better, happier life.

Research shows that the most effective treatment for depression is psychotherapy. Depression can range from feeling down to major symptoms such as having trouble even getting out of bed or contemplating suicide (if you have suicidal thoughts or plans, call the National Suicide Prevention Line at 1-800-273-8255). Online counseling is effective for depression because it is easy to access: you can start treatment without even leaving the house.