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 Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, VA 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 and Counseling in Virginia Beach, VA (Great Neck)—Therapists, Counselors
Here at Thriveworks Virginia Beach, VA (Great Neck), we have depression therapists who specialize in helping people who are suffering from depression. These professionals help their clients to manage depression symptoms, determine a potential cause of their depression, and ultimately live better.
If you think you could benefit from working with one of our depression therapists, give us a call today at (757) 347-3155.
What Is Depression? Do I Have It?
Depression is often characterized by:
- Depressed mood, most of the day and nearly every day. This is often seen as sadness, emptiness, and/or hopelessness.
- Diminished interest or desire in all (or most) activities. This may or may not be noticed by others.
- Significant weight loss or gain, a change of 5% or more in body weight in one month, or decrease/increase in appetite nearly every day.
- Insomnia or hypersomnia, or another disruption in sleep patterns, nearly every day.
- Changes in activity levels. For example, the individual stops going to the gym when they used to be an avid gym goer.
- Fatigue or loss of energy. For example, the individual doesn’t have energy to get out of bed.
- Feelings of worthlessness or self-hatred. For example, the individual says demeaning things like, “I never do anything right, I’m so useless.”
- Diminished ability to focus. The individual fails to concentrate at work or school.
- Suicidal thoughts and ideation.
If you are experiencing any combination of the above, working with a depression therapist at Thriveworks Virginia Beach (Great Neck) could help. Our depression therapists want to help you manage your depression symptoms.
Schedule Depression Therapy at Thriveworks Virginia Beach (Great Neck)
If you’re ready to begin depression therapy, we’re ready to work with you. Give Thriveworks Virginia Beach (Great Neck) a call at (757) 347-3155 to schedule an appointment. We have flexible scheduling options, including extended hours on the weekends as well as in the evenings.
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