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1,332 people sought depression counseling help at Spring in the last year

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What is your go-to approach for depression counseling?

My go-to approach for treating depression is cognitive behavioral therapy and using validation through a person-centered approach to counseling.

What tools do you teach in depression counseling?

I teach the following tools in depression counseling: challenging negative thoughts, distress tolerance skills, emotion regulation skills, and managing crises.

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

A client is making meaningful progress when they are able to process difficult negative feelings and can cope effectively.

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

To supplement depression counseling in their personal time, a client can write their thoughts in a journal. This will allow someone to look back and reread their thoughts which can help them gain more insight and see how things may be perceived.

What should someone do to prepare for starting depression counseling?

To prepare for depression counseling, you can expect to work together with your counselor to find effective and achievable goals that will be geared towards increasing your self-worth.

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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 Spring, TX 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 Spring, TX 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 take most major forms of insurance, which means that many of our clients only pay a $0-$50 co-pay per session. However, there are also self-pay options that sit around $200 per session, depending on the service and location, for those who are out-of-network.

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What Are the Basic Signs of Depression?

According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, used by providers to diagnose various depression disorders, the following symptoms can indicate major depressive disorder (MDD): 

  1. A depressed mood (profound feelings of sadness and negativity) enduring longer than two weeks 
  2. Loss of interest or pleasure in normally enjoyable activities (aka anhedonia)
  3. Changes in appetite, sometimes leading to unintentional weight loss or gain
  4. Extreme fatigue 
  5. Extreme feelings of guilt or worthlessness
  6. Problems with concentration, attention, and/or memory
  7. Suicidality (if you’re ever considering harming yourself, call a crisis hotline immediately)

What Are the Long and Short-Term Effects of Having Depression?

Untreated depression can lead to many undesirable effects  People with depression might suffer from the following outcomes:

  • Irritability, which depressed men experience more than women 
  • Substance abuse or addiction
  • Changes in sleep patterns 
  • Changes in libido (sex drive)
  • Social isolation and avoidance
  • Physical aches and pains
  • Concurrent anxiety and depression
  • Job loss
  • Breakups and estrangements in intimate relationships

Depressive episodes can lead to consequences that may be difficult to reverse. Early and high-quality treatment of depression at Thriveworks in Spring, TX can help prevent these kinds of negative outcomes. 

What’s the Best Way to Treat Major Depressive Disorder?

The best therapy for depression depends on the person and their responses. Some of the most effective ways to combat symptoms of depression include the following:

  • Talk therapy
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical behavior therapy, a type of CBT 
  • Supportive therapy
  • Psychodynamic therapy
  • Holistic treatments like meditation and muscle relaxation
  • Mindfulness therapy
  • Family therapy or couples therapy
  • Day-to-day lifestyle modifications addressing nutrition and exercise
  • Psychosocial interventions
  • Behavioral activation
  • Antidepressant medications and other pharmaceuticals, prescribed by a Thriveworks psychiatric NP

What Are the Kinds of Depression?

Different kinds of mood disorders might call for different treatments, so it’s important to differentiate between them accurately. Here are the forms of depression:

  • Mild or major depression
  • Manic depression (bipolar disorder)
  • Postpartum depression (PPD) or perinatal depression (PND)
  • Persistent depressive disorder (PDD) aka dysthymia
  • Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
  • Situational depression
  • Psychotic depression
  • Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

The SAD type of depression may require light therapy treatment, while the situational depression may require more psychosocial support. 

Premium Depression Treatment at Thriveworks in Spring, TX

The depression counselors and other mental health providers at Thriveworks in Spring, TX specialize in giving people the resources they need to elevate their moods and get their lives back on track. If you’re seeking professional support for your depression, call Thriveworks today. 

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 Spring therapists and counselors accept 42 insurance plans

  • APEX Memorial Hermann

  • ARIA | Covenant Management Systems

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter by Superior Health Plan

  • Auto Club Enterprises (Employers Health Network)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas HMO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas PPO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Buist Byars and Taylor (Employers Health Network)

  • Carelon

  • Christus Health Plan Exchange

  • Christus Health Plan Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Spring
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 in Spring, TX is located in the same building as Mindful Transformations, Prime Physicians, Bayou City Hospice, Evermotion Chiropractic, Root Level Technology, Dr. Austin Hoyt Chiropractic Care, and many other offices. Children’s Lighthouse is nearby, as is Klein Fire Department Station 8. At the intersection of Champion Forest Drive and Crescent Clover Drive, south of our location, is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Phone number

(469) 812-8434

Languages spoken by TX providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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