Depression Help in Brookville, NY

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions. It affects residents in Brookville of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. But despite how many people face depression, living with this condition can be very isolating. 

Long Island Psychology partners you with clinical psychologists Dr. Mark Schulman and Dr. Atara Wertenthiel to provide the support you need in managing and overcoming depression. Using a range of psychotherapy techniques, we will give you long term strategies to minimize depression. Schedule an initial appointment or get more information about depression therapy in Brookville at (516) 732-0273. 

In-Person and Virtual Brookville Depression Therapy 

At Long Island Psychology, we take a tailored approach to working with our clients. This starts with offering treatment in a way that works with your schedule and lifestyle. We have two offices open for in-person appointments, one in Garden City and one in Rockville Centre, for a convenient therapy option for those living in Brookville. 

We also provide therapy for depression online and over the phone, making it possible to connect with a therapist if you have a busy schedule or are not able to make it to one of our offices.

However you meet with a psychologist in Brookville, Dr. Shulman and Dr. Werentheil are able to offer personalized and caring services built around your needs. 

Types of Depression We Treat at Long Island Psychology

Depression is an overarching term for several different mental health conditions. Many share characteristics such as feelings of sadness and hopelessness, but each also brings its own symptoms. This is why we focus on treating our patients as individuals.

Your personal experiences, both in life and with depression, will determine the treatment that you best respond to and which of the following types of depression you are dealing with:

• Clinical Depression – Clinical depression causes intense emotional, and sometimes also physical symptoms, that last upward of 2 weeks but can endure for months or years.
• Persistent Depressive Disorder – This is a longer term form of depression that lasts for multiple years. The symptoms are often not as intense as clinical depression, but still extremely challenging.
• Bipolar Disorder – Bipolar disorder includes periods of depression that will often, but not always, occur after a period of heightened energy known as mania.
• Seasonal Affective Disorder – SAD is triggered by changes in your circadian rhythm, often occurring in winter when sunlight hours are reduced.

We can also help you with sadness, grief, and loss that may not have developed into depression. These emotional responses can still be overwhelming and it can be helpful to work through them with a trained psychotherapist in Brookville.

Long Island Psychology Depression Treatment Methods

Our process uses various psychotherapy modalities to help you achieve positive results with your depression and your overall well being. The modalities we use include:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Positive Psychology 
• Dynamic Experiential Learning

With these techniques, we are able to guide you towards understanding the sources and triggers of your depression while also building coping methods and skills that will enable you to actively confront the emotions, stressors, and other life events that can impact your depression.

Why Choose Long Island Psychology as Your Brookville Therapists 

Navigating recovery from depression is a challenging process, but having psychologists who understand what you are feeling and are able to adapt a specialized treatment to meet your needs will provide support throughout the process and help keep you moving in the right direction.

Dr. Shulman and Dr. Wertenthiel have the experience to understand your experiences and how depression can affect you. We plan our treatments in a way that makes you part of the recovery process, giving you the space and assistance to better understand yourself, your moods, and your thoughts.

With our depression therapy in Brookville, Long Island Psychology can reduce feelings of stress and hopelessness that may be keeping you from pursuing the opportunities and relationships you want. We can also often provide lasting tools for depression.

If you have questions about therapy, our approach to depression treatment, or you are ready to get started with Dr Shulman and Dr. Wertentheil, our team is here to answer your questions and assist you in scheduling your first appointment. Use our online contact form or call us at (516) 732-0273 to get in touch. 

FAQ About Depression Help in Brookville

Q: What is the Difference Between Sadness and Depression and Which One Do I Have? 

A: Sadness often happens as a result of a specific event and will generally go away on its own after time. Depression may or may not have an identifiable cause and is more persistent. With depression, you often find that it is difficult to feel any other emotions besides the negative ones associated with depression. But regardless of what you are experiencing, Long Island Psychology offers therapy for both depression and sadness.

Q: Is Long Island Therapy in My Insurance Network?

A: We do not bill insurance ourselves, but are an out-of-network provider for many insurance companies and you will be able to make your claims through them to possibly have the cost of your therapy covered. For specifics on this process, we recommend contacting your insurer. 

Q: Will Your Depression Treatment Work for Me?

A: Our range of methodologies means that we can find solutions for the vast majority of their patients and help improve their mental health. Yet the experience of depression differs for everyone and how you respond to treatments depends on factors such as your personal experiences, the work you put towards improvement, and more, causing the achievable results to vary from person to person.

A: Is My Depression Diagnosis Confidential?

A: Yes, everything we discuss in our sessions, including any diagnosis, is confidential unless we are required to disclose it by law. You can take further action to keep your diagnosis confidential by paying cash rather than going through insurance.