Depression

People describe depression in so many different ways. Some have expressed it as a thick blanket, or a grey endless spiraling slide. The DSM V, describes depression as “the inability to anticipate happiness or pleasure.” Truly for many it has been the robber of joy that could be had right now, and the stifler of hope in a brighter future. I’ve observed that sometimes depression feels more like an anti-emotion.  we can subconsciously prefer depression’s properties of numbness or nothingness rather than connecting with the emotions that are actually bothering us. Here are some of the more common symptoms associated with depression: 

 

• Diminished interest or pleasure in friends, family, job, or hobbies

• Trouble with sleep

• Fatigue

• Feelings of self-condemnation

• Issues with concentration 

• Thinking about removing your presence from loved ones or death and suicide

 

Your depression may feel endless and Chris believes that does not have to be true. There are so many great talk therapy interventions and other options for working with depression. The biggest hurtle in overcoming it is deciding to show up and ask for help. Having worked in a facility that specializes in depression, Chris has thousands of hours of experience and is prepared to work with you.