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552 people sought depression counseling help at Norwalk in the last year

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Compsych, JP Farley Corporation, Multi Plan PHCS, +3 more
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As a lover of mental wellness, I enjoy helping clients achieve the best versions of themselves through therapy and support.

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Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Connecticut | BCBS, Cigna | Evernorth, +17 more
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As a trauma-informed therapist, I'm here to help you increase your quality of life in an authentic, manageable way.

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What is your go-to approach for depression counseling?

My go-to approach for treating depression is dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I prefer DBT because it provides more effective strategies to better manage depressive symptoms through mindfulness and self-care.

What tools do you teach in depression counseling?

I teach the following tools in depression counseling:

  • Emotional regulation skills
  • Distress tolerance skills
  • Mindfulness
  • Self-care

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

I know a client is making meaningful progress in depression counseling when a client can experience depressive symptoms without the symptoms interfering with daily routines.

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

Clients can supplement their time in depression counseling with mindfulness journaling to be more mindful of depression's involvement in life.

What should someone do to prepare for starting depression counseling?

To prepare for your first depression counseling session, you can expect to be met with compassion and understanding with a welcoming atmosphere to make the experience comfortable.

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 Norwalk, CT 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 Norwalk, CT 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 Therapy in Norwalk, CT—Depression Help

When we start to experience symptoms of a mental health condition or develop difficult feelings that we don’t quite know what to do with, our loved ones can prove helpful… to an extent. Sometimes, though, we need to reach out for professional help from a counselor, therapist, or psychologist. These mental health professionals have devoted time to develop the right skills, gain experience, and finish training, all of which allow them to help people just like you during painful or tough times.

If you are battling feelings of depression, or you’re experiencing depression symptoms, consider working with a depression therapist at Thriveworks Counseling in Norwalk, CT. Our dedicated team of professionals is here to help you every step of your journey. They will help you cope with and manage your depression symptoms; they’ll help you explore underlying causes of your depression; and they’ll help you live a happier life again. To schedule depression therapy at Thriveworks Counseling in Norwalk, CT, just call our office.

Depression Symptoms: What Are They? Am I Depressed?

One of the tricky things about depression, as well as many other mental health conditions, is that the symptoms can look different from person to person. For example, one individual might feel empty, hopeless, unmotivated; another might experience more physical symptoms like difficulty sleeping or changes in weight and appetite.

That said, there are common depression symptoms that you should know about. “The major signs and symptoms of depression include physical and psychological symptoms,” explains Lilliam Rodriquez, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist at our Norwalk office. “The physical symptoms can include poor sleep/over sleeping, poor appetite/increased appetite, little to no energy, feeling constantly tired, and having difficulties completing day to day tasks due to feeling exhausted. Psychological symptoms include feeling badly for yourself, feelings of hopelessness for the future, feeling like its you against the world, anhedonia (not being able to experience any pleasure), and feeling like your walking with a dark cloud over your head. You can experience some or many of these symptoms, among others.”

Can Depression Therapy Help Me? How?

Depression therapy has proven to help people with depression, in a few specific ways: “Depression counseling can greatly impact the duration and course of depression. Many times treatment can provide you with a better understanding of your depression, particular triggers, how it impacts you and your life specifically, identify what are your strengths, provide you with tools to manage your symptoms, and achieve recovery,” says Rodriquez. “Counseling can also equip you to identify early symptoms of depression, if you were to experience reoccurring episodes, before becoming consumed by depression’s symptoms and impact.”

In addition, the depression therapists and counselors at Thriveworks in Norwalk, CT can provide you with undying support on this difficult journey. If you choose to work with one of our experts, your counselor therapist will provide you with an individualized approach to treatment. This means that they will get to know you before they design your treatment plan to best ensure that you get the most out of counseling or therapy. This all goes back to our mission, which is to help people live happy, successful lives.

Schedule Depression Therapy at Thriveworks in Norwalk, CT

If you’re struggling, we want to help. Thriveworks in Norwalk has depression therapists on staff who have helped people just like you come out on the other side of their depression. They can offer the vital help, guidance, and support that you need right now.

To schedule depression therapy at Thriveworks in Norwalk, CT, simply give our office a call. Our scheduling specialists will work with you to get you set up for an appointment on a day and at a time that works for you. We have flexible options, including evening and weekend sessions, and even online counseling.

We hope to hear from you soon and look forward to assisting you!

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 Norwalk therapists and counselors accept 23 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Connecticut | BCBS

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Connecticare

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Norwalk
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.
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Norwalk is located near the intersection of Wall Street and Isaacs Street, on the west side of the Norwalk River. We currently share a building with The Market Bar & Bistro, Bubbly’s Bubble Tea, and Wowww Nails. We are neighbored by Norwalk Dollar and Gift, Café Aroma, and the Bank of America Financial Center. The closest bus stop is 71 Wall Street.

Phone number

(203) 349-9607

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