DEPRESSION THERAPY IN NEW YORK CITY
Depression is the most common mental health problem in the United States. Our highly trained therapists at Healthy Minds NYC can empower you to overcome depression and take charge of your mental well-being to live, work, and play better.
What Are Other Forms of Depression?
Environmental, biological, and psychological factors can cause depression to develop for anyone. Genetics and life experiences can also play a role. Here are some additional types of depression that can develop under certain circumstances:
Perinatal or Postpartum Depression
Perinatal depression is a major depressive disorder that affects women during or after pregnancy. Women with postpartum depression may experience severe feelings of sadness and despair after childbirth. Such symptoms can make it hard for them to take care of themselves and their babies.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Seasonal Affective Disorder is a type of depression that affects people during the winter months when there is less daylight. The feelings of sadness and despair usually resolve once spring hits, but the depression returns year after year.
Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD):
Persistent Depressive Disorder is a long-term depression that causes a depressed mood that lasts two or more years.
What Are the Signs of Depression?
Withdrawing from family and friends
Weight gain or weight loss
Lack of personal grooming, such as not bathing for days or weeks
Feelings of emptiness or feeling that life is pointless
Depression can sometimes be hard to recognize if you're in the middle of it. But the following signs may indicate that you're depressed.
Lack of interest in hobbies you once enjoyed
Sleep changes, like sleeping too much or having constant insomnia
Intrusive thoughts of self-harm
Inability to focus at work or at home
Chronic fatigue or energy loss
How Does Healthy Minds NYC Treat Depression?
Your therapist at Healthy Minds NYC creates a custom treatment plan for your depression. It will be based on the severity of your symptoms. Your therapist will consider your medical and mental health history and your personal preferences.
CUSTOM TREATMENT PLAN
MEDICATION MANAGEMENT
Our skilled mental health providers know that when it comes to depression, no single method works for everyone. Your treatment plan may include a combination of psychotherapy and medication.
EVIDENCE-BASED MODALITIES
Our team utilizes a number of evidence-based modalities to treat your depression and improve your quality of life. You will partner with your therapist to select the best approach to care for your circumstances.
Our team also includes psychiatrists who provide medication management. These practitioners can help you find the right antidepressant. They will work to find the optimal dose to alleviate your symptoms while you're undergoing therapy.
Don’t Deal with Depression Alone.
Our compassionate team of depression therapists in NYC can help you discover the right therapeutic methods for your needs. Life in New York City can come with unique challenges. You might find that you need more bandwidth to simply get through the day. This is not your imagination. In the city, everything from the cost of living to the speed of life can cause or exacerbate the symptoms of depression.
New York is known as the city that never sleeps. However, sadness or hopelessness should not be what keeps you awake. If depression is making it hard to enjoy your family, friends, and life in general, relief is available to you when you request a free therapy consultation online today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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At Healthy Minds NYC, we believe the right therapist is essential to your mental health journey. That's why we require all clients to start with a free 15-minute consultation call. Our experienced team will take the time to understand your unique needs and match you with a therapist who can help you achieve your goals. Don't wait to prioritize your mental health - schedule your consultation call today.
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During this call we will create a care plan you can sustain by discussing the following:
the goals and preferences you have for therapy
the right therapist for you based on your needs and style
the schedule for your first session (virtual or in-person) and frequency of sessions
details about your out-of-pocket cost and insurance
any questions you may have regarding care so you’re confident to begin.
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Healthy Minds NYC is an out-of-network provider. However, we do work with many major insurance plans. Visit our rates and insurance page here to learn how we can help you utilize your insurance benefits to reduce out-of-pocket costs.
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We recommend you schedule a call with our care coordinator to discuss any major changes to your care. We know your time is valuable, and when you schedule a call, we can have all of your information prepared and ready so you can quickly get the answers you need. You can also text us via the chat feature on our website and our team is happy to respond during business hours with the best next actions you can take.