Recognizing the Signs of Depression and When to Seek Help

Recognizing the Signs of Depression and When to Seek Help

Depression is more than occasional sadness. This condition can affect every area of life, from relationships to work and your daily routine. Recognizing the signs early is key to getting the right support from a mental health provider who knows what they’re doing. Depression therapy at our practice creates a structured environment to explore these challenges and work toward a...[ read more ]

Bipolar I vs. Bipolar II: Key Differences and What They Mean for Treatment

Mood Disorders • Psychoeducation Bipolar I and Bipolar II: Understanding the Difference Bipolar disorder is a complex mood condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Many people recognise the term, and some are living with the diagnosis themselves, yet fewer are aware that bipolar disorder is not a single, uniform experience. There are two primary forms of bipolar disorder, Bipolar...[ read more ]

4 Common Types of Depression

Many people are familiar with depression, but only some are aware that there are actually numerous different forms of it. Below, we explore four of the most common types of depression.1. Major Depressive DisorderFor someone to be diagnosed with major depressive disorder, they must have experienced at least five symptoms of depression for at least two consecutive weeks, with at...[ read more ]

Is Depression a Disability?

In many cases, yes, depression can be considered a disability. According to Section 12102(1)(A) of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a person can be disabled if they have “a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.” Under this standard, depression will generally be considered a disability if it substantially affects a person’s daily...[ read more ]

What is Equine-Assisted Therapy?

Many of us have always known that we feel better and calmer when we are around nature or animals. And studies have consistently shown that there is indeed therapeutic value of human-animal interaction. So it’s no surprise that Equine Assisted Therapy has become an increasingly popular mental health treatment.Equine Assisted Therapy is a form of experiential therapy that includes horses and a specialist...[ read more ]