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Our counselors offer seasonal depression therapy in Maumelle, AR

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18 licensed therapists & providers in Arkansas—2 in Maumelle. Available as soon as today, in person and online

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Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

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We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

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94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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Seasonal depression therapy FAQs

What is seasonal depression therapy?

Seasonal depression therapy treats seasonal affective disorder, a condition that results from the shift of seasons—often from fall into winter, which means it’s tied to less daylight exposure. Treatment is similar to what’s done for depression, but with the addition of other techniques that address the source of the depressed state (light exposure or seasonal change).

How does seasonal depression therapy work?

Seasonal depression therapy can utilize techniques like CBT as well as medications like SSRIs, depending on the severity of an individual’s symptoms. Light therapy, which involves sitting by a “light box” for a certain amount of time each day to increase one’s daily exposure to daylight in darker climates, is another common approach.

Is seasonal depression therapy conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks seasonal depression in Maumelle is conducted both in person and virtually via online counseling. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does seasonal depression therapy last?

Seasonal depression therapy may last as long as symptoms last, which can be four or more months, though treatment can start taking effect in just a few weeks. Some people may also prefer to get continual support from a mental health professional for their seasonal affective disorder in order to treat it more effectively. Because of this, treatment duration will likely vary depending on the severity of symptoms and the client’s personal goals. Thriveworks Maumelle therapists work with clients to create goals and potential timelines for treatment.

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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Therapy in Maumelle, AR—Therapists and Counselors

What exactly does the winter have to do with mental health? A lot, as it turns out. In the cooler months of the fall and winter, some people experience seasonal affective disorder (SAD). We all know there’s less sunlight during the winter. What many don’t realize is that it can cause unexpected changes in mental health. If you are experiencing a depressed mood in the winter (or other specific times of year), reach out to Thriveworks Maumelle for help. We can assess, diagnose, and treat seasonal affective disorder.

What Causes Depression in the Winter?

Our mood is significantly impacted by the amount of sunlight we receive, since lower sunlight levels combined with the time change can alter melatonin (related to sleep regulation) and serotonin levels (affects mood). Additionally, people often don’t make movement a priority during the winter, and exercise is an important preventative measure to take for almost all mental health disorders. People who experience SAD usually feel some of the below symptoms during the winter and early spring, but feel fine once the days stretch out again in late spring and summer.

What Is Seasonal Affective Disorder?

SAD is a subset of major depression that includes (Mayo Clinic):

  • Feeling depressed most of nearly every day
  • Feeling hopeless
  • Low energy
  • Loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Changes in appetite
  • Sluggishness or agitation
  • Difficulty concentrating

Additionally, winter- and fall-onset seasonal affective disorder may include:

  • Irritability
  • Trouble getting along with others
  • Hypersensitivity to rejection
  • Oversleeping
  • Appetite changes and weight gain

Most of these symptoms are relatively harmless if experienced one at at a time—and only on occasion—but if you experience more than one at a time, or any of them for an on-going period, it’s crucial to take action. In particular, if you experience lasting changes in appetite or on-going depression, it’s a good idea to contact a counselor in order to avoid negative changes in your health. During your sessions, we’ll work on addressing any negative thoughts or behaviors that are making you feel worse. Our experienced counselors can also help you learn how to manage stress and anxiety, both of which contribute to the severity of S.A.D effects.

Treating Seasonal Depression

There are a few steps you can take to improve your mood immediately, including exercising regularly and opening the blinds and curtains in your home to let more light in. If the weather is temperate enough, consider taking daily walks outside to get more exposure to direct sunlight.

If you think you’re feeling the effects of seasonal affective disorder, know that you are not alone. It impacts thousands of people each year, many of whom aren’t aware of what’s going on, instead blaming their mood on the stress of the holidays or the cold weather. The good news is you don’t have to accept this as “just the way things are.” Treatment is available, and with it, you can enjoy life year-round.

Schedule Seasonal Affective Disorder Help at Thriveworks Maumelle

As always, Thriveworks Maumelle counselors are here for you, even if you’re not exactly sure what the problem is. We don’t have a waiting list. If you want to feel better, we can help. Thriveworks Maumelle Counseling can be reached online or by phone at 501.628.9066

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
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Our therapists and counselors in Maumelle accept 28 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter from Arkansas Health and Wellness

  • Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)

  • Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicare Advantage

  • Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Maumelle
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My therapist has clear goals for me which make it easier to see progress in different areas. I like that she is professionally educated in many areas of trauma etc.
Deja Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Ellen is a fantastic therapist. She listens well, evaluates and reframes my thoughts, and gives me practical methods to put them to rest, embrace uncertainty, and find peace.
Angela Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Ellen is a fantastic therapist! She is knowledgeable, neutral, and supportive! I have come so far in the few months we have worked together.
Zoe Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I haven’t had any issues whatsoever. My therapist Ellen Moncrief has been amazing and I always look forward to being able to work with her during our sessions. She listens and does everything she can to help me learn new and better ways of coping and always helps me get better at using the coping skills I already have. I’m grateful for everything she and therapy have been able to do for me and continue to do for me.
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Gianna Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I love my Therapist Ellen Moncrief! Ellen is a very compassionate and intelligent therapist and I feel like she really listens really cares but focuses on what I truly need.
Karen Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Text, email and phone reminders. Also the ability to take said text and add it straight to your calendar.
Quiana Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Ellen is a very professional and kind therapist. She’s committed and present. She is honest and accountable. The best part about working with Ellen is that my whole life changed for the better. Before that I was anxious all the time. I struggled with depression, conflict management, blowing up, and just generally didn’t have an understanding of myself so I would lose control a lot. As soon as I started working with Ellen I was ready for a big change. While a lot improved over the first year, with more time I was able to be discharged and I am fully confident that I will know how to manage things that may come up in the future. She was patient and knowledgeable as she would teach and guide me through DBT, IFS, and anything else that may help. I liked that we would practice a lot together and discuss how the skills were being applied. In my experience Ellen is very skilled across the board but the part that made so much clarity and improvement possible is that she would let us pause at any time and she could just witness my life feel hard. She was a supportive presence who would be there multiple dead end weeks in a row, still there, still kind and full of care. Even when I was in a deep rut, avoiding the work, or over it all, she never pushed too hard to keep working. She just let me be where I was and without her excellent care I really do not believe I would be able to look forward to life in the same way I do now.
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Colton Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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She is very easy to talk to and has given me some good new tools to use for my mental health.
Ruby Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

102 Country Club Pkwy Suite A
Maumelle, AR 72113

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Maumelle is located near Country Club Parkway and Maumelle Boulevard, off I-430. It is just around the corner from The Country Club of Arkansas and near Lake Willastein Park.

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Phone number

(501) 381-1913
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Languages spoken by AR providers

  • English
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Hours

Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm

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