Depression

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Depression

Depression Counselor in Maryland
Everyone has days when they feel blue. Even a healthy existence can be full of life's normal struggles, losses, trials and injuries, which can produce sadness in anyone.  

Symptoms of clinical depression appear different from the normal doldrums that everyone feels once in a while. Depression in this case is more intense and lasts longer. It can keep us from doing the things we have to do, or even love to do.

Here are some signs of a possible clinical depression:
  • Feelings of sadness, despair, loneliness or emptiness which seem never ending
  • Feelings of guilt, hopelessness or worthlessness which don't go away
  • Loss of interest or pleasure in former hobbies or other activities, including sex    
  • Loss of energy, feelings of fatigue even without physical exertion
  • Loss of sleep, or over-sleeping
  • Appetite/weight loss, or overeating and weight gain
  • Difficulty concentrating, remembering things or making decisions
  • Anger or irritability
  • Thinking or talking about death or suicide, or suicide attempts (seek professional help immediately if this is the case)
The symptoms of clinical depression are often combined with symptoms of anxiety.

What distinguishes a true clinical depression from a grief reaction or simply the blues is that the symptoms do not go away after a reasonable period of time. An individual suffering from a clinical depression may experience these symptoms for months or even years if left untreated.  

I have extensive experience in treating depression in my psychotherapy counseling practice in Rockville, Maryland. My training and experience allows me to choose from a wide variety of treatment techniques, including family therapy and EMDR.  

I can help you determine if you suffer from a clinical depression and can help you with the right techniques that can help you manage these symptoms. Please call me at my office at 301-272-1320 so that we can talk about your current situation and so I may tell you how I could help. 
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