When someone we love struggles with depression, it can be difficult to know what to say or do. Many friends and family members want to help but feel uncertain about the best approach. Understanding how to support someone with depression – and, in some cases, how to support someone with depression and anxiety – requires empathy, patience, and practical strategies. Dr. Gene Devers and Associates at … [Read more...] about How to Support Someone with Depression
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Supporting a Partner with Depression: 7 Tips for Compassionate Care
When someone you love is struggling with depression, it’s natural to want to help, but knowing exactly how can be difficult. At Philly Family Life Counseling, we often work with couples navigating this very challenge. Depression affects not just the individual, but the relationship as a whole. Supporting a partner with depression can often make you feel helpless, but there are ways you can make … [Read more...] about Supporting a Partner with Depression: 7 Tips for Compassionate Care
What to Expect in Counseling Therapy for Depression
Between conflict in your personal relationships, current events, and hardships in your life, it’s understandable if you feel depressed sometimes. You’re not alone. According to the World Health Organization, over 280 million people worldwide are affected by depression. If you have depression, and find it hard to function in your everyday life, you may want to consider seeking help through … [Read more...] about What to Expect in Counseling Therapy for Depression
Finding a Therapist for Depression Help in Philadelphia
Everyone feels depressed sometimes. Between current events, pandemic burnout, and personal hardships, it’s hard to imagine anyone wouldn’t feel overwhelmed and down once in a while. However, if your depression is making it hard to function in your everyday life, you may want to consider seeking help. A therapist can help you cope and work through your depression so you can live a happier, … [Read more...] about Finding a Therapist for Depression Help in Philadelphia
