Depression at 3AM
Solution Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Depression isn’t always at 3AM when you’re alone with your thoughts.
Sometimes it's at 3PM when you’re surrounded by loved ones and smiling faces; or keeping conversations on a “surface level” because you’re afraid sharing how you truly feel. Depression is an ailment that can have a serious and lasting effects if left untreated. It can harm your relationships, increase your risk of drug and/or alcohol use, and make it more difficult to recover from corporal illness.
Depression has any number of triggers, and some are unassuming everyday challenges such as stressors at home or work. Maybe you have experienced traumatic events in childhood that you have suppressed for quite some time, but your mind, body, and spirit can no longer hide the impact.
If you’ve been feeling down to the point of not being able to enjoy everyday life, you may need some extra support. I’ve enjoyed helping endless patients recognize those challenging feelings of sadness, frustration, irritability, and loneliness through cognitive behavioral therapy. I practice challenging my patients to create a new perspective. Additionally, our counselors and LCSW's can pull from a variety of techniques to help you find more meaning and direction.
If you are seeking to be seen, heard, and valued for everything you are, you are in the right place. 3AM Counseling Services will provide treatment to help you regain control of your life!
Frequently asked questions
Benefits
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Rediscover Emotional Balance
Depression counseling creates a safe space to explore complex emotions like sadness, guilt, and worthlessness. By addressing these feelings with empathy and understanding, therapy helps you regain emotional equilibrium, allowing you to experience moments of peace and stability. -
Break the Cycle of Isolation
Depression often leads to withdrawal from loved ones. Counseling encourages reconnection, fostering better communication and understanding in relationships. It provides guidance to rebuild trust and intimacy, ensuring you feel supported and less alone. -
Reignite Joy in Everyday Life
Therapy helps you identify the activities and experiences that once brought you joy. Through small, meaningful steps, counseling enables you to reintroduce positive habits and hobbies, gradually reigniting a sense of fulfillment and pleasure in your daily routine. -
Strengthen Mental Clarity
Depression can cloud your ability to think clearly or make decisions. Counseling offers tools to declutter your mind, improve focus, and regain the confidence needed to navigate personal and professional challenges with greater clarity and purpose. -
Create a Healthier Routine
Therapy provides guidance to establish balanced routines, including improved sleep patterns, nutritious eating habits, and regular exercise. These lifestyle adjustments can significantly reduce depressive symptoms, boosting your energy levels and overall well-being. -
Confront and Challenge Negative Beliefs
Depression often fosters harsh self-criticism and feelings of inadequacy. Counseling works to identify these negative beliefs and replaces them with empowering, realistic thoughts, helping you build a stronger, more compassionate relationship with yourself. -
Find Meaning Amid Challenges
Counseling encourages self-reflection, helping you find deeper meaning in life despite its difficulties. By reconnecting with your values and long-term goals, therapy offers a renewed sense of purpose and direction to guide you forward. -
Prevent Future Relapses
Therapy equips you with practical coping skills to manage depressive episodes and prevent relapse. By recognizing triggers and building resilience, counseling ensures you’re prepared to maintain long-term emotional health and face future challenges with confidence.