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

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Common approaches to Depression counseling

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What is your go-to approach for depression counseling?

I find that it is difficult to just change a feeling. Often, depressed people need to find some behavior changes to support feeling good. At the same time, depressed people often have negative thinking patterns that just keep them down. Learning how to break out of these thinking patterns is often very important in dealing with depression.

What tools do you teach in depression counseling?

There are many “tools” that are helpful for clients with depression:

Confronting negative thinking patterns
Exploring the rules we feel we “have” to live by
Working with clients on self-acceptance
Working with clients on self-talk
Exploring behaviors that support feeling good

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in depression counseling?

I often see depressed clients getting better when they find some spark of energy. This is one reason managing our behavior patterns can be so important (think sleep and exercise). I often see early progress when people start giving themselves a break in their self-talk.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement depression counseling?

Many depressed people struggle with being active. Finding ways to increase activity levels can make us feel better. Being aware of how we think moment to moment is important, as it gives us a chance to confront garbage thinking before it causes problems.

What should someone do to prepare for starting depression counseling?

I find that people with depression often have difficulty with change. Be ready for change. It takes effort and it’s uncomfortable, but so does being depressed.

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 North Little Rock, AR 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 North Little Rock, AR 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.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.

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Self-pay costs

Our North Little Rock therapists and counselors accept 27 insurance plans

Aetna
Ambetter by Superior Health Plan
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Maine | BCBS Medicare Advantage
Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicare Advantage
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield | BCBS
Arkansas Health and Wellness - Ambetter
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth EAP
Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage
Compsych

Self-pay costs at North Little Rock

Talk therapy

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

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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I'm enjoying my sessions with Katherine Hearne. She is patient with me and long-suffering, and very compassionate towards me.

Read more I'm enjoying my sessions with Katherine Hearne. She is patient with me and long-suffering, and very compassionate towards me.

Danielle Feb 2024

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Thriveworks offers it all. It’s very easy to change therapist until you find one you like. Only thing I’d like to see change is the price for missed appointments. It keeps people accountable but over $100 is a bit harsh.

Read more Thriveworks offers it all. It’s very easy to change therapist until you find one you like. Only thing I’d like to see change is the price for missed appointments. It keeps people accountable but over $100 is a bit harsh.

Hope Dec 2023

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THRIVE ALIVE is working on a project and it’s “ME” and she also has my “FFL” as a patient too. Let’s just say she is a little Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey wrapped in to one! I’m not telling you her name because I don’t want her to get booked and deprive me of my scheduled appointments. I’m just saying this woman is a “MIRACLE WORKER!” I got this CM!

Read more THRIVE ALIVE is working on a project and it’s “ME” and she also has my “FFL” as a patient too. Let’s just say she is a little Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey wrapped in to one! I’m not telling you her name because I don’t want her to get booked and deprive me of my scheduled appointments. I’m just saying this woman is a “MIRACLE WORKER!” I got this CM!

Little Rock Jan 2020