Depression

Reports from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) show that 1 in 20 adults battles depression on a regular basis. The skilled team at Great Care Health Services treats your mental health with respect and provides evidence-based treatments to help you manage depression and find joy again. Adults in Nashville and throughout Tennessee can access personalized care, both in-office and via telehealth. To request your next appointment, call or reach out online. 

What are the symptoms of depression?

Depression can feel like lingering sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness, with symptoms often persisting for weeks or months and interfering with daily functioning. Other common symptoms include:

• Losing interest in activities you once enjoyed
• Fatigue or low energy
• Changes in sleep patterns (sleeping too much or too little)
• Changes in appetite or weight
• Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
• Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or self-blame
• Irritability or emotional numbness
• Thoughts of self-harm or death

Whether your symptoms are mild, moderate, or severe, reach out to Great Care Health Services.

When should I seek help for depression?

It can be tempting to try to manage depression on your own, but you can make lasting improvements with much less frustration when you have the support of a trained mental health professional.

You should consider seeking help if:

• Symptoms last longer than two weeks
• Depression interferes with work, school, or relationships
• You’re withdrawing from others or isolating yourself
• Sleep, appetite, or motivation are significantly affected
• You feel overwhelmed, hopeless, or stuck
• You have thoughts of self-harm or suicide

Great Care Health Services offers evaluations and treatment through in-person appointments or secure telehealth services so you can receive care in a way that fits your life.

How is depression treated?

Depression treatment is personalized to you, considering your symptom severity, history, and goals. A combination of therapy, medication, and supportive lifestyle strategies may benefit you most. Your care plan may include:

Psychotherapy

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based therapies help you identify negative thought patterns, develop coping skills, and improve emotional regulation.

Medication management

Your provider may prescribe antidepressant medications, with careful monitoring, to aid mood regulation and improve symptoms.

Ongoing support and skill-building

Education, stress management, sleep support, and behavioral activation strategies support your mental wellness and make it easier to engage with your life.

When clinically appropriate, many therapy and medication services are available through telehealth, so you have convenient access to care.

Depression can feel isolating, but with the right support, you can regain a sense of purpose, energy, and connection. 

If you’re struggling with depression, call or reach out online to schedule in-person or telehealth depression support with Great Care Health Services.