Depression
Sadness, irritability, low energy, or loss of interest — at any age. Care is structured to restore connection, purpose, and hope.
You're not alone — help is available
Depression affects how you feel, think, and handle daily activities. It may appear as persistent sadness, irritability, low energy, or loss of interest — and it can look different in children, teens, adults, and older adults.
Depression is not a personal weakness, and you don't have to push through it alone. Effective treatment can help lift symptoms and restore a sense of connection and hope.
What it can look like
Everyone's experience is different. If several of these persist and affect daily life, an evaluation can help.
Persistent sad, empty, or irritable mood
Loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed
Changes in sleep or appetite
Low energy or constant fatigue
Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt
A thoughtful, personalized approach
Structured evaluation
Consideration of mood, medical health, stressors, and personal history.
Safety & related conditions
Screening for safety concerns, anxiety, sleep, and other contributing factors.
Targeted treatment
Medication when appropriate, coordinated with therapy and practical supports.
Steady follow-up
Regular visits to track improvement and adjust treatment thoughtfully.
Services that can help
Care for depression may include:
Depression Care Across AgesStructured, personalized treatment that lifts symptoms and restores connection, purpose, and hope
Psychiatric EvaluationsA detailed first conversation that explores symptoms, history, health, and daily life to clarify diagnoses and build a plan
Medication ManagementSafe, collaborative medication care with close monitoring of mood, focus, sleep, and daily functioning
Outpatient Psychiatric CareOngoing follow-up care that monitors progress, adjusts treatment, and supports long-term well-being
If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room. This website and contact form are not monitored for emergencies.
Questions about depression
How do I know if it's depression or just a rough patch?
If low mood, loss of interest, or other symptoms last most days for two weeks or more and affect daily life, it's a good time to seek an evaluation.
Is depression treatable?
Yes. Depression is highly treatable, and many people feel significantly better with the right support.
What if I'm having thoughts of harming myself?
Please reach out right away: call or text 988, call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room.
Other conditions I treat
ADHD
Challenges with focus, organization, and impulsivity for children, adolescents, and adults, with support for school and workplace needs.
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Mood Changes
Shifts in mood that affect relationships, sleep, and functioning, treated with careful evaluation and thoughtful medication management.
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Stress-Related Challenges
Ongoing stress from life transitions, work, school, or family that is affecting your well-being.
Learn moreReady to take the first step?
Reach out today to schedule a psychiatric evaluation by telehealth or in person. I will respond promptly with next steps for your care.
(773) 234-5866