BCN, Medicare and United will need to see Vicky Alvarez
We Accept BCBS, Priority Health, McLaren Health Plan, ASR Health Benefits, HAP PPO, Cigna/Evernorth, Aetna, Medicaid - Michelle accepts BCN and Medicare. Please add date of birth and insurance to the contact form
Depression in Flint, MI
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Vicky Alvarez, Best Life Therapy CEO
Online and some In-Person Sessions Available
Best Life Therapy, 105 2nd Street, Suite 1, Davison, MI 48423
Flint Township Office -Oak Creek Office Park at 2413 S. Linden Rd., Suite C, Flint, MI 48432.
Can a Therapist Help with Depression?
Depression and Therapy
Compassionate Care - Best Life Therapy Offers In-person Therapy in Davison and Flint Township. Also, offering Remote Therapy in Michigan
Depression and anxiety are the most common reasons why people seek therapy. An estimated 17 million adults are dealing with depression. The World Health Organization has estimated that there are more than 264 million people dealing with depression worldwide. If you or someone you know are feeling sadness most days, low on energy, difficulty sleeping, changes in appetite, difficulty concentrating or a lack of interest in things you would normally enjoy, you might be dealing with depression. Best Life Therapy has immediate availability. If you are having thoughts of suicide, please call 988, the 24-hour suicide hotline, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
If your doctor is recommending therapy for your depression, and you are wondering why, here are a few reasons why they might suggest it:
Therapists can help clients identify and change negative thought patterns.
They teach healthy coping skills.
Therapists can help address underlying issues, past and present.
They provide support and encouragement
Therapists can teach mindfulness practices, gratitude practices and relaxation strategies.
They help clients with problem-solving skills.
Communication strategies can be taught to improve relationships.
Therapy is often used in conjunction with medication. Research shows that combining therapy with medication can be more effective than either treatment alone when treating moderate to severe depression (Harvard Health, 2020).
Therapy alone can be highly effective in treating mild depression.
If you are not dealing with a current mental health crisis and would like to make an appointment, we have some exceptional therapists with openings. Regardless of who you schedule with, clients will have an opportunity to work with a non-judgmental therapist who values clinical excellence and compassionate care. When treating depression, clients can expect 5 to 20 sessions for mild to moderate depression when using CBT, Cognitive Behavior Therapy or IPT, Interpersonal Therapy. More severe cases could require longer-term treatment, potentially one year or more. Sometimes ongoing therapy is medically necessary to prevent relapse. Ignoring symptoms of depression can cause worsening symptoms. Depression also can take a toll on our health, weakening our immune systems and causing us to be at an increased risk for health issues. Why wait to address your depression? We have some great people who have dedicated their lives to helping others who are suffering from depression and anxiety.
To request an appointment, complete the contact form or use the "Click Here to Schedule Now" button. The online appointment request button will allow you to select your therapist, and it's connected to our calendar so you can see our availability and reserve an appointment that works best for you. We have immediate openings for new clients. We also offer afternoon, evening and weekend appointments. Schedule now while we still have openings.