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 Columbia, SC 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 Columbia, SC 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.
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Dealing with Depression – Depression Therapists in Columbia SC
Depression is one of the most common emotions that people feel in life. It can appear out of nowhere or can slowly worsen over time. Unfortunately, many people choose to live with depression, thinking it will go away over time, heal itself, or maybe they’ll just learn to live with it. Some people even feel shame for allowing themselves to become so depressed in the first place.
Have you felt this way? Do you believe that you depression is your fault, or that it’s something you must live with? At Thriveworks Columbia, we want you to understand that there is hope for you. You can find ways to cope with depression and to even overcome it. You deserve to find happiness once again. We are here to help.
What Are the Symptoms of Depression?
While the symptoms of depression are many, and you may not experience all of them, here are a few examples:
- Loss of interest in activities
- Difficulty completing tasks
- A struggle to keep focus or concentrate
- Feeling hopeless
- Decreased energy or fatigue
- Thoughts of suicide
- Restlessness
- Increased irritability
- Insomnia
- Changes in your appetite
- Dependence on drugs or alcohol
- Participation in reckless behavior
If any of these symptoms sound like you, don’t wait another day to begin your journey of healing from depression. Ignoring them won’t make them go away. Call Thriveworks Columbia Depression Counseling now at (803) 234-8596.
Schedule Depression Counseling at Thriveworks Columbia
There’s never been a better time to understand your depression and get the support you need to get back on track. Our caring therapists will work with you to help you identify the cause of you depression, develop coping skills to deal with it, and set goals for overcoming it. We make it easy for you to get the support you need by offering convenience appointments times. We are open night and weekends – at times when you are available. We can often schedule your appointment for the same week as scheduling. Plus, we take most major insurance, so the cost of therapy may be much more affordable that you thought.
You don’t have to live with depression. You deserve to live a happy life. There is help for you today at Thriveworks Columbia. Call today at (803) 234-8596.
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