Talking with a trained mental health professional, who is experienced and truly understands depression, can provide you with much relief. When in the throes of depression, many individuals develop tunnel vision and feel trapped. The counselors at Waterford Counseling and Psychological Services can help you gain fresh perspectives and provide you with behavioral strategies that can help you not only cope with the distressing symptoms of depression, but also help you improve your life overall. In your counseling sessions, you will learn to get at the root causes of your depression, learn ways to take better care of yourself, and learn how to live your life in more constructive and empowering ways.
Your therapist can give you helpful feedback in a safe and supportive environment as you explore what’s blocking your ability to feel sustained happiness. You will learn to identify self-limiting thoughts and behaviors that you may not even know you have, and learn healthier ways to cope with stress and difficult emotions. You will also learn concrete, practical ways to comfort and nurture yourself and set meaningful and attainable goals. Your therapist will help you identify your strengths and aspects of your life that are positive. You will discover resources, reconnect with your inner strength and regain a sense of purpose and meaning in your life.
Even though you may be feeling hopeless right now, it is possible to broaden your narrow focus and see that you can have a positive future. You can feel better about yourself and your life situation. With help, you can begin to heal, find more joy and feel like yourself again. It’s even possible to feel better than you did before. Therapy can help you get to know yourself better, develop a more concrete understanding of your needs, emotions and capabilities, and feel more empowered to take better care of yourself.