Depression Treatment in NYC

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions, yet it often goes unrecognized or untreated. At Grove Street Psychiatry, I provide compassionate, evidence-based treatment for depression, helping you move from feeling stuck to finding a path forward.

Understanding Depression

Depression is more than feeling sad or having a bad day. It's a persistent condition that affects your mood, energy, sleep, appetite, and ability to find pleasure in activities you once enjoyed. Depression can make even simple tasks feel overwhelming and leave you feeling hopeless about the future.

Common experiences include:

• Persistent low mood or emptiness

• Loss of interest in activities that used to bring joy

• Difficulty getting out of bed or completing daily tasks

• Changes in sleep—either sleeping too much or struggling with insomnia

• Difficulty concentrating or making decisions

• Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt

• Thoughts that life isn't worth living

My Approach to Depression Treatment

Depression is highly treatable, and most people experience significant improvement with appropriate care. I take a comprehensive approach that considers your unique situation and needs:

Thorough Assessment: We'll explore your symptoms, when they started, and how they're affecting your life. I'll also assess for any contributing factors like medical conditions, life stressors, or trauma history.

Medication Management: Antidepressant medication can be highly effective, especially for moderate to severe depression. I'll work with you to find the right medication and monitor your response, making adjustments as needed.

Therapy and Support: While I primarily provide medication management, I also incorporate supportive therapy and can help you connect with therapists who specialize in evidence-based treatments like CBT or psychodynamic therapy.

Holistic Perspective: Depression doesn't exist in a vacuum. We'll consider how sleep, exercise, relationships, work stress, and life circumstances are contributing to your symptoms and what changes might help.

What to Expect

Treatment begins with an initial evaluation where we'll discuss your symptoms, history, and what you're hoping to achieve. If medication seems appropriate, we'll talk through options, potential benefits, and side effects so you can make an informed decision.

Many people start to feel better within a few weeks of beginning treatment, though it can take longer to experience the full benefits. Regular follow-up appointments allow us to monitor your progress and adjust treatment as needed. Recovery from depression isn't just about reducing symptoms—it's about helping you reconnect with yourself and what matters to you.

Who I Work With

I specialize in working with young adults navigating depression in the context of major life transitions, relationship difficulties, work stress, or past trauma. Whether you're experiencing depression for the first time or have struggled with it for years, effective treatment can help you feel like yourself again.

Getting Started

If you're struggling with depression, reaching out for help is an important first step. Depression can make it hard to believe things will get better, but with appropriate treatment, they can and do.