When the weight will not lift on its own.
Depression is more than a bad stretch. When low mood, fatigue, and loss of interest linger, treatment can help you feel steady and engaged again.
Understanding depression
Depression is a medical condition, not a personal weakness, and it is one of the most treatable.
Depression can look like persistent sadness, but it often shows up as numbness, exhaustion, irritability, or simply not caring about things that used to matter. Sleep and appetite frequently change, and even small tasks can feel heavy.
It is common for depression to arrive alongside anxiety, and treating both together tends to work better than treating either alone.
What it can look like
How Michael approaches it
Michael begins with a careful evaluation to understand the shape of your depression and rule out other contributors, such as sleep or thyroid issues.
Medication management is often part of the plan, chosen carefully and started conservatively. Michael explains what to expect, monitors how you respond, and adjusts rather than piling on.
Treatment is about more than a prescription. Sleep, routine, and daily structure all matter, and Michael treats the whole picture.
Good to know
Do I have to take medication for depression?
How soon do antidepressants work?
What if I have tried medication before and it did not help?
Get help for depression
Book an evaluation in Middletown or by telehealth. Care starts with a conversation.