Berkeley Depression Therapist
Depression Therapy in Berkeley, CA
Although we all feel down at times due to illness, disappointments, or whilst experiencing loss, depression is when these feelings become too much to bear and impose on our quality of life. Depression can vary in its severity from milder forms to more serious forms such as major depression disorder and bipolar.
When in distress, we cannot always get the relief we need on our own or with our close family and friends. This is where openly expressing your feelings and experiences to a mental health professional, like Dr. Lynn Winsten, can help diagnose and treat you in the most effective and efficient way possible.
The advantage of seeing a professional Berkeley depression therapist for the issues you may be going through is that they have the experience and knowledge to help you quickly get to the root causes of your distress. Psychotherapy can provide a safe space for you to share your feelings and allow a professional to help you understand and process your emotions.
What is Depression?
Depression is a serious mental health disorder that can affect people regardless of their age or background. This mental illness affects your mood drastically and sometimes erratically whilst inducing feelings such as hopelessness, guilt, or sadness. Although it is completely normal for emotions to fluctuate, depression is a more serious illness that can result in long periods of hopelessness, sadness, and loss of control over your life.
Seeking help from a mental health professional is vital in order to reduce the effects of depression on your life. If depression is not adequately treated, this can result in the illness worsening into major depression disorder or bipolar. Professional therapy and counseling are essential to help work through whatever you may be going through.
Dr. Lynn Winsten is a qualified and experienced Berkeley depression therapist that can help diagnose and help you through your journey to recovery. With 30 years of experience, Dr. Winsten can help you regain control to live a happy, healthy life.
Do I have Depression?
Depression can have a huge effect on every aspect of your life. There are a variety of factors that can influence your feelings of self-worth such as stress and pressure from relationships, family, or society as a whole.
Although it may begin with milder symptoms, the sadness and guilt can quickly progress to involve dangerous thoughts of suicide and self-harm. This is why it is important to get the help you need as soon as possible.
Symptoms of depression to look out for include:
- Feelings of hopelessness
- Loss of interest in various things you enjoyed before
- Increased levels of fatigue
- Issues with sleep and sleep routines
- High levels of anxiety
- High levels of irritability
- Drastic changes in eating habits or bodyweight
- Uncontrollable emotions
- Thoughts of suicide or self-harm
Depression and Grief Therapy in Berkeley, California
Although depression is not hereditary, it is possible for specific genetic combinations to have an effect on the development of certain mental illnesses. In addition to this, many studies show that children learn about mental illness and how to manage mental illness through witnessing their parent’s behavior firsthand.
Depression can be difficult to effectively manage in your life, especially when it progresses to a chronic condition. Major depressive disorder and bipolar can be caused by extended periods of depression being left untreated. These more serious forms of depression require professional care and can also benefit from certain prescription medications that can help you during therapy.
Dr. Lynn Winsten has over 30 years of experience as a Berkeley Depression Therapist in which she has discovered that the most successful and sustainable treatments are those that are done in a more holistic way. This approach allows for all underlying issues to be brought to light and dealt with for a sustainable, long-term recovery. This includes the problems you may be having with your relationship, family, or colleagues at work.
Relational Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Relational Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (RFPT) is an evidence-based method of treatment that is centered and grounded by in-depth psychology and interpersonal neurobiology to give you the most holistic treatment possible.
This approach focuses on your individual sense of self and evaluates the patterns in your behavior relating to others that have developed in the early stages of your development. This approach also evaluates your life experiences to best understand your current situation and the possible reasons for it.
For effective results, having and maintaining an open and honest relationship with your therapist is key. This allows for communication to be effective and makes diagnosing your core issues efficient. Being able to trust and talk to your therapist is essential in order for everyone to be on the same page and provide you with the most accurate and effective care possible.
Dr. Winsten is a qualified and experienced Berkeley depression therapist that specializes in Relational Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. With decades of experience, Dr. Winsten is here to help adapt this approach to facilitate a deep exploration into you and your specific circumstances.
Using evidence-based methods and techniques can help regain a sense of calm and serenity in your life.
Find the help you need from Berkeley Depression Therapist, Dr. Lynn Winsten
Depression can be difficult and painful to go through, but you do not have to go through this alone. Having the right support, guidance, and treatment can help equip you with the strength and tools you need to overcome your depression and live a fulfilling, happy, and healthy life.
As a Berkeley depression therapist with over 30 years of experience, Dr. Lynn Winsten is dedicated to providing the best care, knowledge, and treatment to help you through this time.
Specializing in Relational Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, extra attention and care will be placed on your feelings and experiences to help find the root causes for your depression whilst also helping you understand and overcome the challenges that it has brought onto your life.
Proudly serving the Berkeley area in California, we are ready and waiting to help you through this rough time. As a leading Berkeley depression therapist, we have the skills and expertise to transform your life for the better.
For expert advice, care, guidance, and therapy, come sit with me, Dr. Lynn Winsten, while we begin this journey to peace, hope, and growth, together.
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