Depression Treatment in San Antonio, TX
Has The Dark Cloud Of Depression Made It Hard To Enjoy Life?
Does it feel like no matter how you try to feel happy, you can’t seem to banish your sadness? Are you struggling to find the motivation to get out of bed in the morning or get to work on time? Have you stopped caring about your appearance?
Maybe you feel like negative thoughts follow you everywhere, even if you try to distract yourself or ignore them. Perhaps your friends and family have noticed you’re not as engaged lately, but even with their encouragement you can’t seem to snap out of it.
Depression can cause feelings of apathy and make life difficult, but treatment can help you gain the tools you need to cope with the distress you’re feeling.
Depression Symptoms Can Affect Many Different Parts Of Your Life
The symptoms of depression are varied. They can include:
Feelings of sadness
An impending sense of doom
Isolating from others
Hopelessness
Loss of interest
Irritability
Sleeping more or less than usual
Difficulty focusing
Changes in appetite
No matter what symptoms you’re struggling with, you don’t have to battle depression alone. At Monarch Behavioral Health, our practitioners understand depression and can offer help and support through therapy to get you on the road to enjoying your life again.
Nearly 1 in 10 Americans Suffer From Depression
Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States and its prevalence is rising. More people than ever are reporting experiencing at least one depressive episode. In fact, that number rose to 2.1 million people in 2020.
Many things can affect whether or not someone is depressed. Some people are genetically predisposed to mental health conditions like depression. Sometimes external stressors, like trouble at work or global events like the pandemic, can trigger a depressive episode.
Depression Rates Are Increasing In Children and Adolescents
Depression doesn’t just affect adults. 4.1 million adolescents have reported struggling with depression. Just like adults, kids and teens can be under lots of stress in school or at home and depression can make it even harder for them to improve their mood.
You don’t have to struggle with depression alone. Our therapists can help you or your child cope with any stress that you’re under and help you get out from under the weight of depression.
Rediscover Hope And Find Purpose Again With Depression Treatment
If depression is keeping you from enjoying your life and it’s negatively affecting your well-being, it’s time to seek help. Our team at Monarch Behavioral Health is here to support you in your journey. Depression can often feel like a long, dark tunnel without an end. But counseling can help you find the strength to come out the other side with an improved mood and the tools to prevent depression from holding you back in the future.
What To Expect
We want you to feel comfortable when you’re seeking treatment, so part of our intake process is about helping you find someone you can open up to about how depression is affecting you. Once we get to know you, we will work with you to create a treatment plan to address your unique needs. Our treatment is focused on alleviating the worst symptoms of your depression so you can connect with your friends, family, and yourself once again.
If you think medication management is something you want to explore, we can refer you to a provider. If you’re already using medication, we can also work with your provider to make sure you’re receiving the best comprehensive services to help you succeed.
We Offer Depression Treatment Tailored For Your Individual Needs
We know that the way depression affects you is personal. At Monarch Behavioral Health, we have many skilled therapists who provide depression treatment through a variety of techniques. If there’s something in your past or family history that is causing your symptoms, we can help you explore what led you here and then teach you the tools you need to cope with the distress you’re feeling.
If you’d rather take a more solution-oriented approach, we can use tools like tracking moods with charts or thoughts with journals to help you identify patterns in your life that might be hindering your healing.
Children cope with depression differently than adults, so if you’re bringing your child to see one of our counselors, the counselor will use games, art activities, and other play techniques to connect with them on their level.
Once we’ve found a treatment plan that works for you, you will have the chance to practice the tools you learn and feel more confident. Therapy can help you get out of that dark tunnel and equip you to handle tough times when they arise in the future.
But You May Have Concerns About Depression Treatment…
I don’t know if I am comfortable opening up to someone I don’t know.
Treatment for depression is focused on giving you what you need to feel better. We don’t expect you to feel comfortable right away, as it will probably take time for you to get to know your therapist. You can open up as much or as little as you want. If you don’t like talking about what you’re thinking or feeling, we can work on action-oriented exercises to help you cope with the things that have caused your depression.
I’ve tried therapy before, but my depression never goes away.
Part of what makes depression so challenging is the feeling of hopelessness it can cause. I can’t promise that therapy will help with depression right away, but if you come in with an open mind and are willing to practice coping skills, we will work together to help you make progress.
I want to feel better, but I don’t know if I have time for therapy.
We know that adding one more thing to your already-packed schedule can feel impossible. That’s why Monarch Behavioral Health is open 7 days a week and offers telehealth. We want to make therapy as easy as possible to fit into your schedule so you can banish dark thoughts and improve your mood and mental health.
You Can Get Back Your Passion And Satisfaction For Your Life
You deserve to live a hopeful, joy-filled life. At times, that dark cloud seems to only grow larger. But our caring therapists would be honored to support you in overcoming your depression. Contact Monarch Behavioral Health to find the support you need.
*Please note, if you or your child are having thoughts of self-harm or suicide, it’s important to address them right away. Please call or text 988 or chat with someone from 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. If you feel like you or your child are in imminent danger, go to your local emergency room.
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