Depression Counseling in Medical Lake, WA.

For many people, making that first phone call for a counseling appointment is the most difficult thing they ever do, especially if depression has made them feel hopeless that anything can improve, or helpless that they can make any real changes. Try it: call Dr. Ray at 509-466-6632, or send an email to DrRay@DrRaySmith.com, and get help to lead a more fulfilling life!

Depression is one of the most common problems bringing individuals into therapy. I my therapy practice, I view depression as an emotional signal that some significant need is not being met in a person's life. Though compassionate and curious reflection, you will be guided to understand what your unique depressive signals are telling you about what you need and will be supported in adapting new ways to meet those needs that leave you feeling better and more resilient towards depression in the future.

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 can look like low self-esteem, anger, irritability, low energy and Donna works to help discover the source. Symptoms of depression include diminished ability to think or concentrate, or indecisiveness, nearly every day. Using combinations of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and empathetic listening, she teaches how to express the anger that oftentimes underlies depression. She coaches assertiveness skills while placing emphasis on the worthiness of the individual.

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.

Depression is common and can happen to anyone. It can feel like a loss of interest in what you used to enjoy. It can also make you feel like you're physically ill. Customized therapy can help you cope with depressive symptoms. Overcoming negative thinking will restore your energy, renew your sense of optimism, and help you create a plan to move forward and enjoy your life. Reaching out is the perfect first step. Help is just a click away.