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2,182 people sought depression counseling help at Detroit in the last year

Discover how starting therapy with a depression counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Starting Depression counseling

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 Detroit, MI 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 Detroit, MI 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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Depression Counseling in Detroit, MI

If you feel depressed, know that at least one thing is true: a depression counselor can provide you with the assistance you need. It might be hard to explain what you are feeling or experiencing, depression counselors are well-versed in depression. They understand the symptoms and they’ve helped many people just like you. 

Would you like to set up an appointment for depression therapy? Reach out to Thriveworks Counseling in Detroit, MI today. We can set you up with a depression therapist upon your call, and you will likely be able to meet with them the same week.

Am I Depressed?

It’s important to understand the symptoms of depression so that you know when to reach out for professional mental health help. Here are some symptoms that are common and may signify a depressive disorder:

  • Feelings of despair
  • Loss of interest in your normal day to day
  • Feelings of hopelessness and/or worthlessness
  • Withdrawal and isolation from loved ones
  • Sleep disturbances and changes in eating
  • Fatigue or lack of energy
  • Suicidal thoughts or self-harm

Do you have any of the above symptoms? If you do, it’s okay. Breathe. Now, the next step is to ensure that you talk to a mental health professional who can help. Thriveworks Counseling has depression therapists and psychologists who specialize in this very area and can provide the help and support you’re looking for.

What Type of Depression Is This?

What some people don’t realize is that there are many different depressive disorders. There are the common major and minor depression as well as bipolar disorder, seasonal affective disorder (or winter depression), postpartum depression, and others.

  • Major and minor depression
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Seasonal affective disorder
  • Postpartum depression

Do you have any of these symptoms of depression? Do you think that you may have major depression, minor depression, bipolar disorder, seasonal affective disorder, postpartum depression, or another form of depression? Before you do anything else, please consider calling Thriveworks. We are here, we care, and we want to help.

Treatment for Depression

We can’t reiterate this enough: If you feel depressed or think you might be depressed, please reach out for help. Why? Because a depression counselor can truly help you. Here are a few ways they can help:

  • They can assess your symptoms
  • They can discuss potential root causes with you
  • They can offer specific coping strategies that fit your needs
  • They can design a customized plan for treatment
  • They can provide support while you learn to manage your depression

The depression counselors here at Thriveworks Counseling in Detroit, MI can offer the help and the support that you’re looking or hoping for. If you are struggling with depression symptoms, please reach out.

Set Up a Depression Therapy Session at Thriveworks in Detroit

You can schedule a depression therapy session at Thriveworks in Detroit, MI right now. You can even meet with a provider within the week if you call now. We have a scheduling team here to help you schedule your session quickly and conveniently.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Detroit therapists and counselors accept 22 insurance plans

  • ASR

  • Aetna

  • Blue Care Network of Michigan

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan | BCBS PPO

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

  • Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP

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Self-pay costs at Detroit
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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★★★★★
Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Read more Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Anonymous Thriveworks Client
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Detroit is located on Griswold St near the corner of Griswold and W Congress St, just north of the Detroit River. Our office is in the Ford Building along with many other businesses, including Crawford & Associates, PLLC., Jimmy John’s, Bendzinski & Company Municipal Finance Advisors, and Detroit Print Shop. We’re neighbored by Downtown Detroit Dental, the Qube Building, and Buhl Bar. The closest bus stop is Congress & Griswold.

Phone number

(734) 336-1841

Languages spoken by MI providers

  • English
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