Problems with Depression may stem from a variety of sources. It may have roots in childhood traumatic experiences or current life stressors, or it may just come from an innate tendency to be depressed. You will learn cognitive skills for managing these feelings, we will discuss things you can do for yourself to alleviate the feelings, and you will be guided through processes to resolve issues from the past and repattern the thoughts, feelings, & perceptions that contribute to the depression.
Cascade Behavioral Health offers comprehensive depression treatment services that are tailored to each individual's unique needs. Our services include individual therapy, group therapy, medication management, and holistic treatments. We also offer specialized services such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help our clients gain insight into their thoughts and feelings and learn effective coping strategies to manage their depression. Our experienced clinicians work with individuals to build a treatment plan that best fits their needs and goals.
When we are depressed, we feel deeply overwhelmed, helpless, and discouraged. I will work with you to help you explore your depressed inner parts with respect and compassion, which often involves discussion of relevant family and life history that may have contributed to your struggles. I will also work to help you find your life energy, a lot of which may be disowned feelings of anger and sadness. Perhaps a bit counterintuitively, letting ourselves feel those feelings is often the path towards letting passion and joy into our lives.
Feeling down or hopeless really is a drag to say the least. You might find yourself saying "I just don't feel like it today", or maybe you feel like that everyday. The emotional exhaustion of it really really sucks for lack of a better word. Waiting for the energy to deal with things just seems like a dark hole. Depression can feel constant, or it can come and go. Depression can create many debilitating symptoms that hijacks one's quality of life. It can make the easiest of tasks feel like you are pushing a mountain. There are various ways to help manage depression and explore what the best plan is for you.
At times it can be difficult and distressing to be consistent with needs and responsibilities, as well as self-care. Identifying and holding space, as well as planning ahead and utilizing self-compassion can support behaviors.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who believes in the resilience of the human spirit. Living in society can seem chaotic, yet we yearn for love and harmony. Therapy can offer a means of releasing energy permitting possibilities for contentment.
Dr. Pinedo has worked with affective disorders, disorders of mood, since 1984. she has both done treatment and provided training to other professionals in the field. she utilizes a multi-modality approach as each individual client has their own specific needs. services are provided in English and Spanish.
Struggling with depression can be demoralizing and lonely. Whether the result of chronic pain, divorce, or genetics you still deserve to know how to have a high-quality rich life. A combination of medication, and talk therapy have the best outcomes for people experiencing depression. Ms. Kurz works closely with a psychiatrist who will evaluate you for medicine if helpful.
Depression can range from mild to severe and, I believe, requires flexibility to treat as we all have different needs. I often utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Depression but tend to integrate other evidence based approaches based on each individual person.