Depression can hover like a relentless black cloud. If you have ever experienced long episodes of feeling depressed, then you know the hopelessness you can feel. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), as many as 280 million around the globe suffer from depression. The good news is that you can overcome depression, whether mild, moderate, or severe depression. At Allen Christian Counseling in Allen, Texas, we offer effective treatment for depression that respects your faith and values.
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Depression is a mental disorder marked by periods of sadness. It can be short-term depression, such as Seasonal Affective Disorder, or long-term, like clinical depression. These depressive periods can interfere with daily activities.
The following is a list of common depression symptoms:
- Persistent sadness
- Feelings of hopelessness
- Feeling guilty
- Low self-worth
- Trouble focusing or concentrating
- Memory issues
- Insomnia or inability to stay asleep
- Irritability
- Rapid weight gain or loss
- Loss of appetite or eating too much
- Unexplained headaches, stomachaches, body aches
- Loss of interest in enjoyable activities
- Digestive issues
- Suicidal thoughts
- Self-harm
Depression is often a mental disorder that can coexist with other conditions like anxiety and panic disorders.
Millions of Americans suffer from depression each year – 5% of the population, according to WHO. That percentage is even higher for people aged 60 and older (5.7%). Teenagers are at a higher risk due to fluctuating hormones. As many as 15.7% of teens report experiencing a major depressive episode, according to Mental Health America.
If you are suffering from depression, you are not alone. Depression is common, and the faith-based therapists at Allen Christian Counseling in Texas can help.
Depression can have many causes. Often, someone experiences depression for more than one reason, as causes can combine. For example, maybe you have a heavy workload at your job, care for your aging parents, are trying to raise your teenage children, and are overwhelmed financially. Stress can contribute to depression symptoms.
You can also experience depression for any of the following reasons:
- Childhood abuse, neglect, or abandonment
- Current physical, mental, or sexual abuse
- Fluctuating hormones (puberty, postpartum, menopause)
- Medication side effect
- Genetics
- Grief from the death of a loved one
- Loss of a home, business, or opportunity
- Divorce or breakup
- Major events such as moving, promotion, or retirement
- Chronic illness
- Harassment or bullying
- Substance abuse
- Poor body image
A Christian counselor in Allen, Texas can help decipher the cause of your depression and suggest the best treatment.
With Allen Christian Counseling, you can choose between visiting our counseling office in Allen, Texas, or meeting with your counselor virtually in the comfort of your own home. You decide the best option for your life.
If you visit in person, you will meet in a safe and confidential space where you can share your story. Depending on your care plan, you might meet with your counselor once a week or every two weeks.
If you choose online counseling, your sessions may also be once weekly or bi-weekly. Your counselor may also have you check in through text or email when needed.
The faith-based counselors at Allen Christian Counseling combine psychology, proven methods, and biblical principles to help clients overcome depression and other mental disorders.
Clients choose Christian counseling because God cares for us and knows our hearts. He is the ultimate Counselor.
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those crushed in spirit. – Psalm 34:18, NIV
Jesus said, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28, NIV). Jesus took on the form of a human, and He knows that depression can be a burden, a heavy load, pressing on us from all sides. He also knows that His Word, compassion, deliverance, and grace can make all the difference in whether we stay slaves to depression or walk in freedom.
Allen Christian Counseling also offers other services, including counseling for:
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Anger issues
- Anxiety
- Bipolar disorder
- Children’s issues
- Divorce
- Marriage issues
- Eating disorders
- Couples counseling
- Family counseling
- Grief
- Men’s issues
- Women’s issues
- Workplace problems
- Professional development
- Personal development
- PTSD
- Other issues and mental conditions
Since depression can coexist with other conditions, do not hesitate to contact our office to find a Christian counselor in Allen, Texas. Your counselor can address each condition and determine the best course of action.
Are you ready to manage your depression symptoms? Do you live in the Allen, Texas area? Contact our office today to schedule a session with a faith-based therapist at Allen Christian Counseling. You can choose in-person or virtual sessions to work with your schedule. Each session is confidential.
Your counselor will assess your symptoms during the initial visit and create a personalized care plan using the best evidence-based methods combined with biblical principles.
Give us a call today.
Get connected with a Christian Counselor
Please contact our reception team at
(469) 943-2459
