How To Manage Depression With Psychotherapy Treatments
Mixed depression and anxiety are the most common mental health problems around the world, affecting almost a fifth of adults. Depression comes at a high cost in relationship problems, family distress, and productivity loss at work. Still, depression is very treatable.
What are the causes of depression?
Depression doesn't have just one cause. It can develop for several different reasons, including:
Stressful life events. A life-changing incident, such as the death of a family member or the breakdown of a romantic relationship, can lead to depression. Stress at work or financial problems are also common causes.
Disease and aging. Any illness can trigger depression in some people, especially if it affects their level of activity or sex life. In particular, people with recurring or life-threatening illnesses are prone to depression.
The use of drugs and alcohol
People who turn to drugs or alcohol to cope with problems are more likely to become even more depressed because these substances can cause or worsen depression.
Postpartum depression can be caused by the emotional, physical, and hormonal changes that accompany childbirth and the responsibility of taking care of the family and child.
What are the possible benefits of psychotherapy in the treatment for depression?
There are different ways to relieve the symptoms of depression and different strategies that may decrease or eliminate symptoms completely. Below are some possible benefits of psychotherapy treatments for depression:
Psychotherapy can show you strategies to improve communication, self-confidence, and general well-being to prevent depression from coming back in the future.
If you are prescribed medicine, you can use it to learn how to deal with the side effects of depression medicine.
When you have developed coping strategies that you can trust, this can help you reduce or end your use of medications.
Duration of treatment for mild to moderate depression or episodes of depression
Psychotherapy treatments show high success rates as a treatment for mild to moderate depression. As a general rule of thumb, for mild to moderate depression, 6-12 or 24 sessions can work well.
Duration of treatment for severe clinical depression
In severe clinical depression, psychotherapy treatments alone are usually not enough. However, when used in conjunction with other treatments, such as medications, it can play an important role in the treatment and help you succeed. In severe cases, there are more than 24 sessions, and sometimes more than one session per week may be necessary to develop the ability to control symptoms.
Dr. D'Brant’s 35 Years of Experience as a Therapist
Dr D’Brant focuses on working with the whole person in therapy. What this means is that he will focus on information that is stored in the body not just the mind. The person may be unaware of what information the body contains, but. techniques such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotional Release and Gestalt will help create a safe, supportive environment to explore that area. His years of experience as a therapist, helps people to realize their fullest potential, ridding them of negative self talk, developing more effective communication, breaking free of old relationship patterns and addictive behaviors, empowering each individual to act from a strong sense self-worth and encouraging a kinder, more self loving attitude in all of our dealings.
Schedule A Psychotherapy Treatment
There are many benefits to seeking a psychotherapist for treatment for depression. D’Brant Infinite Wellness is dedicated to helping you. For more information on psychotherapy treatments contact Dr. Garry D’Brant or call (516) 609-0890.