BEYOND COUNSELING WELLNESS CENTER
Childhood depression, also known as pediatric depression, is a mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in activities that were once enjoyed. Beyond Counseling offers counseling services to children and teens struggling with depression.
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Top Five Signs That a Child or Teen May Be Experiencing Depression
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Persistent sadness or irritability: The child or teen displays an ongoing pattern of feeling sad, empty, or irritable most of the day, nearly every day.
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Loss of interest or pleasure: They start losing interest in activities they once enjoyed, such as hobbies, sports, or spending time with friends.
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Changes in appetite or weight: Significant weight loss or gain, or a change in appetite, can be observed. Their eating habits may become irregular or they may experience a lack of appetite altogether.
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Sleep disturbances: The child or teen may experience difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep or having excessive daytime sleepiness. On the other hand, they may also sleep excessively and find it hard to get out of bed.
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Fatigue or lack of energy: They often experience a lack of energy and complain of feeling tired or sluggish even with adequate rest.
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TREATMENT
At Beyond Counseling, we understand that every child and teen struggling with depression is unique and may respond differently to various therapeutic approaches. That is why we offer integrative approaches to cater to each individual's specific needs. We incorporate effective techniques that can help children work through unresolved issues and develop healthy coping skills. We use integrative approach techniques such as Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
If your child or teenager is struggling with depression, don't hesitate to seek help. Contact Beyond Counseling today and let us provide the support and guidance they need to overcome this challenging time.
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Main Office - Sunrise
7800 West Oakland Park Boulevard Sunrise, FL 33351
Suite D-211
Phone
954-228-0856
