What can counseling do for those who suffer with depression?
Depression counseling can help those with major depression, minor depression, postpartum depression, persistent depressive disorder, and more. The providers at Thriveworks in Boston, MA will develop a unique treatment plan based on your specific experience, needs, and goals.
Is it worth going to therapy for depression?
It is absolutely worth going to therapy for depression — depression counseling helps people better manage their symptoms and get back to living happier lives again.
How does depression counseling work?
Depression counseling works by helping people pinpoint life problems, distorted thought patterns, and other causes of their depression, then process and work through them in order to mitigate the negative effects those factors have on their lives.
Signs of depression
Common signs of depression include:
- Consistent low mood
- Fatigue
- Irritability
- Oversleeping or difficulty sleeping
- Changes in diet (eating much more or less)
- Withdrawal and isolation
- Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
- Feelings of hopelessness
- Loss of interest in previous hobbies or activities
- Excessive substance use
Is depression counseling conducted in person or online?
Thriveworks depression counseling in Boston, MA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
How often should you attend depression therapy sessions?
Depression counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, dependent on the severity of one’s depression as well as their needs and preferences.
How much does depression counseling cost?
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
Need more help deciding?
Depression Counseling in Boston, MA—Counselors and Therapists
Counseling has proven to help people with depression live happier, healthier lives. If you are feeling depressed, consider reaching out to a depression counselor or psychologist at Thriveworks Boston.
We have providers who specialize in treating people with depression and they want to help you live better. Call (617) 397-3951 today to schedule an appointment.
What Is Depression? Do I Have It?
If you answer “yes” to more than three questions, you might be experiencing some level of clinical depression:
- Have you felt down most of the day, more days than not, for at least 2 weeks?
- Are you bothered by things that in the past didn’t bother you?
- Are you experiencing an increase in physical aches or pains? Do you find that you get sick easily?
- Are you having trouble falling asleep at night; or waking up early (unable to fall back asleep)?
- Has your appetite or weight recently fluctuated?
- Are you having any problems concentrating?
- Do you find that simple daily tasks seem to take a large effort to accomplish?
- Do you predict that your future will be depressing, painful, sad, or unpleasant?
- Do you feel lonely?
- Have you been withdrawing from others?
- Have you lost interest in activities that you used to enjoy?
Get Help Today at Thriveworks Boston
Experience the difference that treatment from a provider at Thriveworks Boston can offer. Contact us now to schedule an appointment at (617) 397-3951.
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