Depression Therapy in Concord, NC
Online Therapy for Depression throughout North & South Carolina
Frustrated with feeling numb, exhausted, and isolated? No motivation to do anything you usually enjoy?
Depression therapy can help you get unstuck, reclaim self-worth, and step back into your life with confidence and excitement. I don’t just teach you how to mask your depression; I help you identify why you are feeling this way and how to make effective, lasting changes.
Are you experiencing depression?
You’ve survived another long day at work holding it together. You smile. You laugh. Your boss compliments your work. You finish your projects and give cheerful goodbyes. Then, you finally get home...
Many believe that depression is “just feeling sad.” While sadness can be a part of depression, it is far more complex. Many people share that it feels more like being numb. As if you can’t feel anything at all. There is no pleasure. No excitement. It’s difficult to look forward to anything, but it’s also hard to be in the present moment.
The most difficult part is not feeling like yourself. Sometimes you can’t even remember who you are. “I used to enjoy playing soccer, but I can’t even think about lacing up my cleats.” “I thought I loved cooking new meals, so why does even heating up a frozen meal feel like too much effort?”
What you may notice if you are experiencing depression…
Relational:
Avoidance or emotional withdrawal
Social isolation
Increased relational conflict
Fear of abandonment or disappointing others
Lost sense of identity or core beliefs
Loss of interest in things you enjoy
Lack of pleasure with social interactions
Emotional & Mental:
Anxiety or panic attacks
Persistent sadness or numbness
Low self-esteem or self-worth
Apathy and hopelessness
Anger and irritability
Mood swings
Suicidal thoughts
Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
Physical:
Insomnia and fatigue
Low energy
Appetite changes
Weight changes
Somatic stress (i.e. headaches, stomach aches)
Body insecurities or dysmorphia
Sexual dysfunction
Substance dependency or other addictions
How therapy for depression can help you!
Depression can be one of the most isolating experiences. That’s why trying to force yourself to feel better on your own doesn’t work. Community, connection, and support are important to feeling safe, seen, and valued.
During our therapy sessions, we will focus on first establishing a safe environment to build our therapeutic relationship. We will identify the specific ways depression is affecting your body, mind, and relationships.
I will help you to not only learn ways to cope with your depression, but I will guide you to discovering the root causes of feeling depressed in order to restore your confidence, control, and peace.
If you would like support in reclaiming meaning and joy in life, book your free therapy consultation to take the first small step towards a brighter, fuller life. I look forward to meeting you!
Other Therapy Services in Concord, NC
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Childhood Trauma Therapy
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Religious Trauma Therapy
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Narcissistic Abuse Therapy
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LGBTQIA+ Therapy
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Polyamory Therapy
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Group Therapy
Depression Therapy in Concord, NC
Frequently Asked Questions
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If you are interested in beginning trauma therapy, you can complete this interest form to get started! You can also email me at michelle@radicalserenity.com or call/text me at 980-202-2480.
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No, a consultation is not required. Free consultations are a courtesy provided to clients who would prefer to speak with a potential therapist before they commit to a therapy appointment. If you would rather ask some questions over email or phone, we can do that! Otherwise, if you feel ready to to jump in, we can schedule your first appointment right away!
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Trauma Therapy Session Rates:
30-min Online Therapy Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7560-min Online Therapy Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150
90-min Online Therapy Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . $225
All payments are due at time of service.
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Debit, credit, and HSA/FSA payments are accepted.
All services are private pay only. Reduced rates may be available upon request.
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All trauma therapy sessions are currently online and are available to all adults (18+) throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. We meet using a HIPAA-compliant and secure video conferencing platform which can be accessed on any device with access to the internet. Online therapy offers you flexibility to have your sessions from the comfort of home or anywhere that works best for you!
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Michelle is licensed to see any clients located in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Whether you are sitting at home, chilling at a coffee shop, or walking in the park, you can receive services as long as you are physically located in one of these states.
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When beginning therapy, weekly 60-minute sessions are most effective. This helps create consistency, accountability, and the ability to measure progress. Many clients find this helpful for the first 3-6 months. Once you feel confident in your progress, sessions are typically reduced to every other week. The timeline looks different for everyone, and we will collaborate together on ensuring your therapy is most effective for you.
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Clients are able to schedule sessions via their own client portal. You can schedule week to week or a few weeks out. If you prefer meeting at the same day/time every week, I can block that time for you as long as you show up for your sessions. We can also discuss different scheduling options during our consultation call.