Counseling for Depression
Counseling for Depression
Depression is more than just the sadness we all feel from time-to-time. It is a persistent sense of sadness and apathy. Depression can make it difficult to make it through everyday life. Even activities you used to enjoy feel like a Herculean effort.
You may feel guilty that you can’t “snap out of it”, and power through tasks. But the way you feel is not a sign of weakness or failure, and depression is not something you can just turn off on your own.
This is not a battle you have to fight alone. At Pneuma, we offer compassionate, professional counseling to give you the support you need to cope with and deal with depression.Â
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Symptoms of Depression
It can be hard to identify if what you or a loved one are experiencing is depression, or not.
Here are some common signs that someone is suffering from depression:
- Persistent feelings of sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness
- Irritability
- Lack of or unusually large appetite
- Difficulty sleeping or oversleeping
- Lack of interest, even in things they used to enjoy
- Fatigue
- Feelings of guilt, including fixations on past mistakes
- Feelings of worthlessness
- Trouble thinking and remembering things
- Recurring thoughts of death
These symptoms can range from mild to debilitating, and affect your day-to-day life. If you or someone you know are suffering from some of these symptoms, it may be time to look into counseling for depression.
Managing Depression
We offer individual counseling to help individuals manage and cope with depression. Therapists assist individuals in identifying the root causes of anxiety and depression, challenging negative thought patterns, and fostering adaptive coping mechanisms.
Additionally, counseling sessions may incorporate techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) or mindfulness practices, empowering individuals to reduce symptoms, build emotional resilience, and enhance their overall mental well-being.
Breakthroughs Await: Discover How Pneuma Counseling Can Help You Overcome
Depression counseling services in Chicago offers a powerful and transformative experience for individuals seeking emotional support, personal growth, and healing. We provide a comfortable, non-judgmental, and supportive environment for you to express your feelings, explain what’s on your mind, and work through whatever is troubling you. Contact us today to make an appointment or learn more about how counseling for depression can help you at Pneuma Therapeutic Services!