Would You Like To Free Yourself From The Limitations Of Depression?

Do you feel stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts and emotions that drain you of the mental and spiritual energy needed to make changes in your life? Are you emotionally numb or unable to access feelings of joy or pleasure? Does it seem like you are robotically going through the motions, as if you’re watching life passively play out through a window?

Perhaps you feel like the constant fatigue, lack of focus, and sense of hopelessness are eating away at your chances for happiness. Or it could be that you’re aware of what’s causing you distress, but you don’t know how to course-correct on your own—so you’re looking for guidance.

Depression has a way of taking root and impacting nearly every aspect of a person’s life. For instance, you may be feeling unable to connect with friends and family, therefore, you withdraw socially so you don’t feel like a burden to anyone. As the sense of isolation grows, perhaps you are abandoning self-care needs, such as eating properly, taking care of your appearance, or even brushing your teeth. Or maybe you find it difficult to get out of bed in the morning or leave the house. On the other hand, you might be lashing out in anger, perhaps even anger at yourself, thinking “there’s something wrong with me,” for feeling this way.

If you would like to mentally, spiritually and emotionally reset and regain your footing so that you can enjoy a more fulfilling and happier life, it is possible. With my guidance and your commitment, you can remove the limitations that depression places on you and feel hopeful about your future.

Depression Is A Common Condition Throughout The World

According to the World Health Organization, depression represents the number one cause of disability globally, affecting over 300 million people worldwide. However, not all depression looks the same. Mourning the loss of a loved one, losing a job, or going through a tough life transition—all cause a period of grief and sadness that can mimic the signs of depression. And though our accepted cultural norm espouses a “don’t worry, be happy” attitude, going through periods of feeling down, blue, and depressed is a normal and integral part of the human experience.

But if the heartbreak becomes a dominating force in your life that won’t let go, it can develop into depression, anxiety, or other mental health concerns. In that way, depression is like a spectrum, affecting individuals to different degrees and for unique reasons. For instance, sometimes unresolved trauma, buried anger, unhealthy relationships, or a neurochemical predisposition can make a person more vulnerable to depression.

Cultural phenomena can also play a part as social media increasingly strains our ability to separate fantasy from fiction. Technology feeds us the illusion that we are more connected than ever when, really, we’ve rarely been more isolated. And social norms make it unnecessarily difficult to reach out for help.

For instance, women have been conditioned to silently endure hardship for so long that advocating for themselves seems like a risk. And men have been given such a narrow code of masculinity to live by that asking for help feels like a weakness. On top of that, we live in a society that tells us we are supposed to have it all together, all the time; otherwise, we are failures.

To suffer and to struggle is an inevitable aspect of life. In fact, most of us aren’t fully capable of realizing and building upon our inner strengths until we are faced with some sort of crisis or challenge that rocks our foundation.

The good news is, you are not alone! Working with a compassionate depression specialist can help you learn how to listen to, understand, and learn from your emotions so you can be guided along your path of self-discovery by your most authentic and knowing place within. 

Therapy For Depression Can Offer You Hope For Profound Growth

Therapy is about letting go of false beliefs and uncovering your truest self in order to get unstuck, find direction, and move forward with your life. Our work together will help you increase your resilience, equip you with healthy coping strategies, and empower you to define yourself and your future on your own terms. Ultimately, I want your baseline to be one of confidence, ease, and genuine self-expression.

Change is naturally difficult, and in order to achieve it, you first need to be held in a space of trust and safety. Once we establish the therapeutic relationship, we can begin to explore deeper, always going at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

Through small shifts in behaviors, thought patterns, and emotional awareness, our work together will help you expand your level of comfort and increase your tolerance to distress. In time, we can look at how hidden aspects of your past may be giving voice to your innermost critic, misleading you to believe in things about yourself that are simply not true. My purpose is to help you self-advocate, step out of the cycle of negative self-talk and self-blame and help you get to where you want to be.

One of my primary goals is to teach you how to have a healthy, compassionate relationship with yourself that allows you to live consciously and without shame or fear. Some of that involves awakening a greater self-awareness, building upon your inherent strengths, and replacing outdated coping mechanisms with new, more effective ones.

I know it may be hard to believe that anything can make a difference. But counseling for depression truly can unburden you and empower you to live more fully and fearlessly. In time, you will be better equipped to handle life’s complexities with greater access to resiliency, hope, and self-confidence. Once you have a positive relationship with yourself, it will enable you to live with more authenticity in your relationships, your career, and all aspects of your life.

Perhaps you are considering therapy for depression but still have some questions or concerns…

I just don’t think I have the time.

Prioritizing your self-care is of utmost importance. After all, we are surrounded by a go-go-go culture that makes it difficult to justify taking care of ourselves. But therapy isn’t an indulgence, it’s an investment. You owe it to yourself to honor and take care of your mental, physical and spiritual well-being. In the process, you might just find that you are actually letting go of things that no longer benefit you and creating more room for the things that are most important.

Can I really afford therapy for depression?

Money is understandably an issue for many people. But the state of your mental health is crucial for living a happy and successful life. When our physical health is at risk, we usually don’t think twice about seeing a doctor. So why should our mental health be any different? Investing in therapy is one of the most meaningful and enduring gifts you can offer yourself—and you are worth it!

Shouldn’t I be able to figure this out on my own?

Right now, you are suffering. And anyone who is in the midst of a crisis—no matter how small or great—loses perspective. We often develop tunnel vision that focuses on nothing but survival. However, working with a depression therapist can help provide clarity and broaden your perspective. Once you have that insight, you can let go of the inner criticism, the feelings of inadequacy and shame, and open up to navigating your path in life with integrity and a trusting, wholehearted reliance on your authentic self. 

You Can Empower Yourself

If depression is keeping you down or holding you back from living the life you want, I can help. Please call 720 815 8368 for your free 20-minute consultation to see how depression counseling can help you uncover your true self and create meaning and purpose in your life.