​You have lost motivation, feel terrible about yourself, and have been isolating yourself more than usual. It’s almost as if you are swimming to keep your head above water, but you don’t feel you are moving. The worst part is that nobody seems to truly understand how bad you truly feel, and you are tired of hearing how much better you will feel if you get out and do something!

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I know taking this on yourself is frustrating, scary, lonely, and exhausting. You have tried a few things, but nothing seems to work, and you are starting to wonder if you will ever be happy again.

If this sounds like you, then you may be experiencing depression.

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Here are some common symptoms of depression: 

• Persistent sadness, anxiety, or feelings of emptiness

• Irritability, restlessness, agitation

• Loss of interest in activities or hobbies that were once pleasurable

• Reduced sex drive

• Difficulty concentrating

• Forgetfulness 

• Difficulty making decisions

• Insomnia (inability to sleep)  or excessive sleeping

• Appetite issues like overeating or appetite loss

• Suicidal thoughts or intrusive thoughts of death and dying

• Body aches or pain

• Gastrointestinal issues

• Unexplainable weight gain or loss

• Excessive crying

• Withdrawing from friends and family 

• Feelings of hopelessness

• Feelings and thoughts of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness

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If you are experiencing any of these depression symptoms we are here to tell you that you are not alone. Whether it is a life circumstance that has brought you here or if you realize that this has been happening for a while, we are here to help you move forward and help you find the joy that you deserve to experience.

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How we can help: 

Serein Counseling Therapists utilize evidence-based depression treatments to help the following disorders associated with depression: 

1. Major Depressive Disorder

   1. At least two weeks of depressive symptoms

2. Dysthymia (persistent depressive disorder)

   1. At least two years of depressive symptoms

3. Bipolar Disorder

   1. Periods of elevated mood and depressed mood

4. Postpartum Depression

   1. Depression onset during or after the birth of a new baby

5. Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)

   1. Depressive symptoms around the time of menstruation

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Our Orlando and Florida virtual therapists can help you finally find the treatment for depression utilizing  integrative techniques with a strong emphasis on the following: 

1. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

2. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

3. Mindfulness-Based Therapy

4. Neurobiological and Mind-Body Therapy 

5. Eye movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

6. Internal Family Systems (IFS)

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Treatment for depression will help you:

• Understand the neurobiological process of your depression

• Overcome depression symptoms

• Learn how to create better habits to handle stress

• Eliminate the physical symptoms associated with depression

• Increase your distress tolerance 

• Become more grounded and more in control of your life

• Develop coping skills for the difficult days​​​