How Do I Know if Psychiatry and Talk Therapy Is Right For Me?
You don’t have to know exactly what you need to reach out for help. If depression has been weighing you down, you’re not alone. Talking with someone can help you feel lighter.
Psychiatry and talk therapy often work best together, helping you better understand what you’re feeling, where it’s coming from, and how to manage it in ways that feel doable. Some people find relief through therapy alone, like using simple tools to work through their thoughts.
For others, a combination of medication and therapy brings the most relief. Medication can play a helpful role in reducing the intensity of depressive symptoms, making it easier to get through the day. What matters most is finding what works for you and having support along the way. Here are a few ways we can make this happen:
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Engaging in positive self-talk – What you say to yourself matters, especially when you’re feeling down. Therapy can help you reshape the inner voice that might be harsh or critical and replace it with a voice that’s kinder and more compassionate.
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Find the silver lining in situations, even if it’s small – Recognizing that you have aspects of your life that are worth being thankful for is a powerful tool. Learning how to practice gratitude can help you tune in to what still brings warmth or meaning, which can slowly brighten the darker moments.
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Setting small, doable goals – When things feel heavy, even tiny steps forward count. We’ll help you set small, realistic goals to uplift your mood, build momentum, and bring back a sense of progress and possibility.
What Can Depression Look Like?
Most of us feel low every once in a while. But when that heaviness sticks around, it might be more than just having a bad day. Stressful situations and uncertain moments can elevate depressive symptoms, which may show up in physical and psychological ways.
Physical Signs
- Headaches, migraines, or muscle pain
- Digestive problems including nausea and stomach pain
- Significant appetite and weight gain or loss
Psychological Signs
- Low energy and trouble falling asleep, getting out of bed, or sleeping too much
- Constant feelings of sadness and hopelessness
- Frequent thoughts of death or suicide
Nurse-Led Mental Health Care
Lavender Psychiatry is proudly nurse-founded and led. Nurses are consistently rated as one of the most trusted professions in America, and we carry that trust by listening, advocating, and providing compassionate care that honors your whole experience.
Our leadership reflects this commitment through kindness, transparency, and high-quality evidence-based care. As a client, you’re connecting with providers who not only understand the science of mental health but also the importance of building a genuine connection. We believe that the best care happens when trust comes first, and our human-first approach ensures you’ll feel seen, heard, and supported.
Feeling Better Starts Here
Mental health care should be clinically effective and feel emotionally safe, and we strive for just that at Lavender Psychiatry. Real support, thoughtful guidance, and a space where your feelings are felt, respected, and cared for.
Getting started can feel overwhelming, but we’ll make sure you won’t feel alone along the way.
