Depression

 

Are you feeling depressed? This disorder affects over 16 million adults in the US. Persons with depression are affected both mentally and physically. Depression is highly treatable, but when it goes unchecked it can create havoc in your personal and professional life.

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Depression can damage relationships with family and friends, negatively affect your job, and daily life, leaving you feeling stuck and helpless about life.  Make an appointment today and start receiving the help you need.
 

The symptoms of depression include:
 

• Fatigue, which includes trouble concentrating, remembering details, and making decisions

• Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and helplessness

• Pessimism and hopelessness

• Insomnia, restlessness, and the inability to sleep through the night.

• Irritability

• Loss of interest in things once pleasurable, including social activities and  sex

• Binge eating, or loss of appetite

• Persistent pains, and headaches

• Ongoing digestive problems

• Persistent sadness, and hopelessness, feeling empty

• Suicidal thoughts or attempts
   

Anxiety
 

Anxiety affects approximately 40 million people in the US and often co-exists with depression. It is the most common form of mental illness in the United States, but it is also highly treatable with counseling and medication.

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There are different forms of anxiety, some of which are; generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety, panic disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Are you overwhelmed with feelings of anxiety, or experiencing any of the following symptoms related to anxiety? I have worked successfully with clients with these symptoms, and I can help you as I have helped others.
 

Common signs and symptoms of anxiety include:
 

• Feeling nervous, restless or tense

• Having a sense of impending danger, panic or doom

• Having an increased heart rate

• Breathing rapidly (hyperventilation)

• Sweating

• Experiencing fear

• Feeling overwhelmed or tired

• Trouble concentrating.

• Having trouble sleeping

• Experiencing stomach problems

• Having difficulty controlling worry

• Persistent negative thoughts

• Having the urge to avoid places or things that trigger anxiety
   

Depression and anxiety are treatable. Make an appointment now and take the first step towards the road to recovery.