It’s easy to confuse depression with other mental disorders as well as the word disorder. Depression means a variety of things, too. Sometimes it simply means one has become unhappy or is not happy. Other times, however, depression is used to explain behavior (i.e., the person doesn’t like school, sports, etc.) or to provide an explanation for why something is happening. In short, depression can mean all different things in different contexts.
And yet very seldom, when someone who is depressed talks about his/her feelings, those feelings are taken seriously and treated with care. That’s because depression therapy can be quite dangerous – even deadly. In fact, there have been reports of people dying on the operating table during treatment for depression! Some died of asphyxiation and others died from congestive heart failure.
The difference between therapeutic depression therapy, which I will refer to here as NYC therapy, and hospital-based or inpatient care is that therapy is a relatively safe procedure in which the patient can learn to control symptoms and eventually regain control over his/her life. Hospital-based care requires a commitment of resources including time away from home, avoiding stressful situations, having regular nurse staffing, and having a hospital-based doctor available should the patient need emergency treatment. NYC therapy is offered at a more flexible schedule and often involves family members and friends becoming involved in helping the patient with his/her symptoms. The idea is that if someone can’t talk about his/her feelings, then the symptoms won’t get better.
There are benefits to both kinds of therapy. While hospital care puts the patient under observation and close monitoring, therapy provides the opportunity for the client to speak about his/her feelings and gain some distance from the situation. Many times when a person comes to see a therapist for depression therapy, they have been so depressed that even thinking about speaking to the therapist can cause too much discomfort. However, when they first come to therapy, the therapist helps them to explore feelings and provide a support system.
Many who have used NYC psychotherapy for depression say that NYC therapy is very gentle. The goal is not to force the client to confront his/her depressive symptoms but to help the client learn how to manage them. This type of psychotherapy is also usually conducted by trained therapists who understand how to use talking techniques, body language, and neuro-linguistic programming to assist the client. When compared to hospital-based psychotherapy, NYC therapy seems more like a social environment rather than a medical one.
One of the benefits of NYC depression therapy is that it gives the patient a sense of control over his/her own life. The therapist helps the client understand how his/her depressed thoughts are influencing the way he/she feels and directs the client away from these negative feelings. For many people who come to therapy, their problems are deeply personal and require personal attention. This type of treatment is able to address these personal issues because it addresses the person’s problem in an empathic and caring manner, allowing the client to gain the ability to feel, talk, and behave on his/her own.
New York City is home to many scientific supported therapy options, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which has been shown to be effective for treating major depression; interpersonal therapy (ET); and individual counseling (IC). CBT is scientifically proven to be more effective than any other form of depression therapy. However, many people are hesitant to use CBT due to its intrusive nature. For this reason, many people choose NYC psychotherapy as their primary form of depression therapy simply because the treatment is offered in a setting that the individual feels comfortable in and is supported by. Moreover, the combination of a professional therapist and supportive group makes this treatment more supportive than other forms of therapy, which is why it is the most common psychotherapy option for people in the city.
Many different groups offer New York City depression therapy, offering a variety of therapeutic methods for those who are struggling with their depression. In addition to these New York City therapists, there are many different self-help groups in New York City which cater to those who are struggling to manage their depression on their own. These include support groups for couples, families, friends, and employees. NYC therapy can help you feel better about your depression and put you back on the track of a healthy, fulfilling life. With so much support available, you should have no trouble finding a therapy that works for you!