Treat Your Depression, Find Peace
We all feel sad from time to time. It is after all a healthy human emotion. However, when sadness becomes sticky and is accompanied with feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness or numbness, the sadness has likely morphed into depression.
Depression often affects how you feel, think, and behave, which can lead to many emotional and physical problems.
Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States. 16 million adults experience a major depressive episode in the past year. Depression is incredibly common in New York City. More than 500,000 New Yorkers are estimated to suffer from depression. A depression therapist can support you in regaining clarity and awareness and empower you to treat your depression and enjoy life again.
Common Symptoms and Signs of Depression
Depression is associated with mental, physical and behavioral effects. People who are depressed may experience the following:
Excessive tiredness, exhaustion, or feeling completely drained of energy
Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
Anxiety, agitation, or restlessness
Lethargy, fatigue or loss of energy
Apathy, disconnectedness, or loss of interest in activities
Lack of motivation
Diminished ability to think or concentrate, or indecisiveness
Lack of pleasure
Hypersomnia or increased need for sleep
Weight loss or weight gain not due to dieting or exercise
Increased or decreased appetite
Angry outbursts, irritability, or frustration over small matters
Thoughts of death or suicide
Thoughts of hurting yourself or self-injurious behaviors (e.g. cutting)
Social isolation
Agitation
Learn Coping with Depression Therapy
One of the great challenges of depression therapy is that to get out of it requires engaging in activities that while depressed will likely feel impossible. It takes a tremendous dose of perseverance to get moving when we feel apathy and low energy.
As part of depression therapy, you will learn coping skills to help you withstand your triggers – when the feelings associated with depression are at their apex. You will also learn how to become mindful of how others affect your mood and emotions and what to do about it.
Depression Therapy and Medication
Talk therapy is recognized as the most effective treatment for depression. Antidepressant medication alone has a poor record of utility in fighting depression. Antidepressant accompanied with therapy might be effective for some individuals. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI’s) are medications that can help minimize symptoms of depression and anxiety. Although our talk therapists do not prescribe medication, they might refer you to a psychiatrist if they believe you might benefit from using antidepressant medication.
Top-Rated Depression Therapy in New York
Choosing the right psychotherapist can be an overwhelming challenge, which is why we strive to make it as easy as possible to find top-rated depression therapists in New York. No matter how intense your feelings of stress and anxiety, Manhattan Mental Health Counseling has many depression therapists available to help.
We provide talk therapy for depression and outpatient therapy for depression using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic, EMDR and mindfulness-based therapy, among other modalities. Our New York depression counselors are featured below. Note that our depression therapists also provide online therapy from the comfort of your home.
Natalie Buchwald, LMHC-D
Natalie Buchwald is the founder and clinical director of Manhattan Mental Health Counseling. As a practitioner of holistic psychotherapy, Natalie’s treatment approach places an emphasis on the mind-body relationship and is both experiential and pragmatic. Natalie specializes in the treatment of eating and mood disorders as well as culture-based identity conflict. Shes works with individuals and couples to help them develop deeper connections to themselves, and stronger more fulfilling relationships with others, resulting in increased vitality, liveliness and joy.
Carol Black, LMHC
Carol Black, LMHC, sees counseling as a gentle collaboration that moves individuals toward their most energetic and purposeful selves. When stories imposed by cultures or family members block the process, retelling those stories with a compassionate counselor can illuminate one’s own strengths and light the path forward.
Ricci Mercedes, LMHC
Ricci Mercedes is a dedicated mental health therapist, whose passion lies in empowering individuals to navigate the complexities of life and uncover their inherent strengths. With a deep commitment to client-centered care, she prioritizes understanding and respecting each person’s unique background, beliefs, and life experiences.
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