Depression Therapy in Bergen County
When sadness is overwhelming
It’s time to seek help
Do you wish you could feel happier?
When you’re depressed, it may seem like there’s no way to escape how you are feeling. Nothing changes your mood, no matter what you try. You could be driving and just burst into tears for no reason. Maybe you’re tired all the time. Or perhaps you just don’t feel like yourself. Whether you are going through a rough patch, or are clinically depressed, we’re here to help. Taking an integrative approach, our therapists will look at you as a whole person, not just your symptoms, and get to the root cause of your depression, so you can live a more fulfilled life.
What Does Depression Feel Like?
Depression looks and feels different for everyone. The signs of depression typically portrayed on TV and movies often include difficulty getting out of bed, loss of interest, and feelings of sadness. But depression may include so much more than these signals. It can simply be that “blah” feeling that you can’t define, or finding that nothing is really exciting or motivating anymore. Maybe you have lost your appetite or have become easily agitated. While these are all red flags, as therapists, we are more interested in learning about any changes to your norm, as those are the true indicators of depression.
Do These Common Signs of Depression Sound Familiar?
- You struggle getting out of bed in the morning.
- You have a loss of energy and are always fatigued.
- You have difficulty sleeping and struggle with insomnia.
- You have experienced an increase or decrease in appetite.
- You have gained or lost weight not related to diet or exercise.
- You are crying more frequently and sometimes for no reason.
- You have lost interest in the things you usually enjoy.
- You feel sad or hopeless.
- Your emotions are unpredictable and uncontrollable.
- You are irritable and become easily frustrated over small matters.
- You have become more anxious.
- You have difficulty concentrating or making even simple decisions.
- You frequently experience headaches, body aches, and digestive issues.
- You have feelings of worthlessness.
- You have had thoughts of death or suicide.
Therapy for depression can help ease these symptoms and teach you techniques to help you get back to being you.
How Depression Affects the Body
If you look at the symptoms listed above, you can see how the mind and body are intertwined. Depression affects how we feel both mentally and physically, which can cause an endless cycle. When we feel well, we tend to treat our bodies better by eating well and exercising. When we are depressed, we find it difficult to get motivated to take care of ourselves, making us feel even worse. And the worse we feel, the less we focus on self-care. Our therapists will help you break the cycle. By focusing on a holistic approach that treats your body and mind, we help you replace unhealthy habits with positive ones guiding you on a journey to be the best you possible.
The Impact of Depression on Your Self-Esteem
Depression and self-esteem have a two-way relationship. Depression blankets how we think and feel, including how we feel about ourselves. It wears away at our self-esteem. Women often find that as they become more depressed, they have more negative thoughts about themselves. On the flip side, when someone has a low self-worth, they can feel defeated, which in turn can lead to depression. We work with you to uncover what is chipping away at your self-worth and teach you counter-balancing strategies to improve your life and sense of well-being.
With Therapy Life Can Be Meaningful Again
Getting help for your depression may feel impossible, but you are not alone. Your therapist will help you explore how depression is affecting your life and devise a treatment plan with a variety of tools and techniques tailored to your unique wellness journey. Our goal is to give you clarity and guide you in making changes so that you can once again find joy and meaning in your life.
