Psychotherapy can help people recover from depression, anxiety, and relationship problems.  There are several different approaches that include cognitive-behavorial therapy, interpersonal therapy, and other kinds of "talk" therapy.  Psychotherapy offers people the opportunity to identify the factors that contribute to their particular problems and to deal effectively with the psychological, behavorial, interpersonal, and situational causes.

 

The therapists at Wedgewood work with individuals to pinpoint life problems and help them understand which aspects of those problems they may be able to solve or improve.  Focusing on these issues, they can identify negative or distorted thinking patterns that may contribute to the individual's particular disorder.  For example, depressed individuals suffering from feelings of hopelessness and helplessness may tend to over generalize and think of circumstances in terms of "always" or "never."  They may also tend to take events more personally.

 

The therapists at Wedgewood can help people regain a sense of control and pleasure in life.  Psychotherapy helps people see choices and enables them to gradually incorporate enjoyable, fulfilling activities back into their lives.

 

Medications can be very helpful for reducing the symptoms of depression and anxiety in some people.  By conducting a thorough assessment, our licensed counselors and clinical social workers can help make recommendations regarding an effective course of treatment.

 

A psychiatrist is available for medication management and further consultation if required.

 

For appointments or to make a referral, call (304) 599-1975.