Benefits of Depression Counseling & Psychotherapy
Simply put, depression is anger turned inwards. People who struggle with depression usually internalize negative comments by their family, society, friends, etc. and accept them as definitive and completely true. Depression therapy reevaluates faulty thoughts and belief system. Once one becomes aware of the origin of negative self talk they are able to expel it much faster.
- Side Effects Of Depression
Fatigue
Physical Ailments
Reduced sex drive
Increased or decreased food consumption
Too much or not enough sleep
Depression Treatment
- Create a healthy support system
- Learn stress coping strategies
- Adjust your lifestyle to include exercise, healthy eating, proper sleep hygiene
- Identify cognitive distortions
- Gain awareness of maladaptive behavior
- Stop self-sabotage
Stop living with depression and seek help. It feels like you are all alone, but you are not. I have been very effective in treating depression with individuals who are interested in making a change through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Call me today to schedule your initial free consultation.
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Take the First Step Towards Change
Many clients choose to address stress through couples therapy, where we work directly on the relational patterns driving emotional overload.
Contact Marina Edelman, LMFT, today for a confidential consultation.
Learn More About Marina Edelman’s Services
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FAQ Section
Can relationship problems really cause chronic emotional overload ?
Yes. Relationship distress is one of the most significant contributors to chronic stress. Ongoing conflict, emotional disconnection, or feeling unsupported keeps the nervous system in a heightened state of alert, which can lead to anxiety, burnout, and physical symptoms over time.
Is stress management therapy different from couples therapy?
Stress management therapy often overlaps with couples therapy when stress is driven by relationship dynamics. For many clients, addressing communication patterns, emotional safety, and conflict directly within the relationship leads to more effective and lasting stress reduction.
Should we seek couples therapy if overwhelm is affecting our relationship?
Yes. If stress is contributing to frequent conflict, emotional distance, or decreased intimacy, couples therapy can help identify the patterns fueling stress and create healthier ways of relating.
Do you offer burnout counseling for individuals as well as couples?
Yes. I work with both individuals and couples. Individual therapy often focuses on stress related to relationships, emotional regulation, and personal boundaries, while couples therapy addresses shared relational dynamics.
Do you offer stress management therapy via telehealth?
Yes. I provide therapy to clients throughout California via secure telehealth, in addition to in-person sessions in Westlake Village, CA.
Serving Westlake Village, Malibu, Calabasas, Thousand Oaks, Moorpark, Newbury Park, Simi Valley, Camarillo, Oak Park, and surrounding areas in Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, and beyond in the state of California via telehealth.