Clinical Depression
Depression, clinically known as major depressive disorder, is more than a stretch of bad days. It's a persistent, heavy weight on mood and energy that can last weeks or months if left untreated, affecting sleep, appetite, concentration, and the ability to enjoy things that used to feel easy. We start with a full evaluation before recommending a plan, usually a combination of medication management and talk therapy.
How do I know if it's depression or just a rough patch?
Depression tends to linger, most days, for two weeks or longer, and comes with other changes: low energy, trouble concentrating, changes in sleep or appetite, or a loss of interest in things you used to care about.
What does treatment actually involve?
Your first visit is a full evaluation, not a quick prescription. From there, a plan might include antidepressant medication, regular therapy, or both, with regular check-ins to adjust as needed.
If I'm having thoughts of suicide, is this the right page?
If you're in crisis right now, please call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or go to your nearest emergency room. For more on how we support patients with these thoughts as part of ongoing care, visit our Suicide Risk & Safety Planning page.
