While all people have days where they feel less motivated or sad, depression isn't just having an off day. While depression symptoms and conditions can range from mild to severe, depression, in a clinical sense, is a mood disorder that persists for more than two weeks.

Unfortunately, many people wait a lot longer than two weeks to get help for their depressive symptoms. So, if you've noticed the following signs of depression, it's a wise idea to seek mental health services.

Some of the symptoms that indicate depression include:

• Feeling persistent sadness, anxiety, or emptiness
• Noticing feelings of hopelessness
• Having increased irritability and restlessness
• Losing interest in hobbies and other activities you normally love
• Dealing with less energy and more fatigue
• Finding trouble with concentrating or memory
• Seeing changes in your sleep patterns, such as sleeping too much or difficulty falling asleep
• Noting physical symptoms like headaches and stomach problems that don't seem connected to another underlying cause
• Having thoughts of dying or considering taking your own life

While not all people with depression will have all of these symptoms, pay attention to how you feel. If you've noticed some of these symptoms on a recurring basis, seeking depression counseling to treat depression can bring you relief.

While it's challenging to get an exact number, many studies suggest that around 8% of Americans struggle with depression to some degree each year. This is over 21 million people, so if you're dealing with depressive disorders or other mental illness concerns, you're not alone.

Overcoming depression can be challenging because there are many potential underlying causes. Depression can be caused by major life changes or even the weather. However, it can also be due to genetic factors or chemical and hormonal imbalances.

This is why treating depression is best done through an individualized, caring approach.

At OneLife Counseling in Denver, Jeremy Magin provides depression counseling along with therapy for other common mental disorders.

My therapeutic approach is all about treating the patient, you, as an individual person. So, when you work with me as your therapist, I'll help determine the best treatment plan based on your needs and goals.

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health, and the two are very much connected.

Through using a person-centered approach, you'll receive the help you need in a caring, compassionate environment. I have experience working with teenagers, young adults, adults, and couples to address clinical depression and other depressive disorders.

Attending therapy for the first trim or even seeing a new therapist can be stressful, so I want to ensure you know as much about the process as possible before your sessions begin.

To get an idea of how depression counseling works with me, here is an overview of my therapeutic approach.

1. Beginning with a free consultation: Before your first full session, I provide a free 30-minute consultation. During this initial meeting, we discuss your concerns and what you're looking for out of therapy. Then, I will start to determine the best treatment approach for you.
2. Make a personalized treatment plan: After the constitution, I create a personalized treatment plan. My goal is to ensure all your needs and goals are considered in this plan, and adjustments are made as therapy progresses.
3. Attend therapy sessions for depression counseling: When you're receiving help with depression or any other concern, I provide 50-minute sessions that are tailored to you. We may discuss your thoughts, past, and emotions and try various therapeutic approaches.
4. Assist with lasting mental health: Therapy can help you learn great coping skills and create a more fulfilling life.

When you receive therapy at OneLife Counseling for depression, you'll be able to express your emotions, thoughts, and struggles in a supportive environment. When you're dealing with mental health issues, including depression and anxiety disorders, various therapeutic methods can be a significant help.

Some options we can discuss during depression counseling include interpersonal therapy and cognitive behavior therapy. Learn more about interpersonal therapy and other options by sending a message.

Dealing with major or moderate depression and needing depression counseling in the Denver area? With OneLife Counseling, you will get individualized talk therapy in a safe environment.

To make it easy, you can schedule both in-person and teletherapy appointments.

OneLife Counseling is also an LGBTQ+ affirming space. Contact us today to request an initial consultation to get help with treating depression.