Depression Counseling in Ann Arbor
Depressive disorders are some of the most common reasons people turn to us for help.Many people today are feeling down, hopeless, and overloaded with news, tragedy, and loss. It may feel hard to pull yourself out of it right now or use your usual social systems or tools to help you cope. We are here to support you and give you tools that you can use to manage your mood and work through the difficulties you are facing.
After meeting with you and assessing your symptoms, our experienced clinicians have a variety of research-based approaches to help you or your child relieve symptoms associated with depression, including adding medications like Spravato as needed. Regain your energy, focus, positive outlook, and learn the tools needed to feel a greater sense of control over your thoughts and feelings. Some more common depressive disorders we treat include Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Premenstrual Depressive Disorder, and Postpartum Disorder.
16.2 million
An estimated 16.2 million adults in the U.S. had at least one major depressive episode in a given year
Body
- Aches and pains
- Lack of energy or interest
- Headaches, Back Pain
- Disinterest in Intimacy
- Feeling drained or lethargic
Thoughts/Emotions
- Feeling down, Hopelessness
- Loneliness, Numb
- Unable to experience happiness
- Negative self talk “I am worthless
- I am unloved, etc.”
- Blank mind or ruminating
- Self-defeating thoughts
- Agitated mood
- Feelings of being on autopilot
Behavioral Symptoms
- Sleeping too much or too little
- Eating too much or too little
- Distance in relationships
- Avoiding activities that you once enjoyed
- Explosive reactions
- Lack of self-care
- Decrease in performance at school, work, or activities
- Operating on Autopilot
- Avoiding school, work, or activities
- Using substances to cope
- Don’t let depression take away your ability to notice the positive things in your life. Schedule an Appointment
