Compassionate Depression Therapy for Kids, Teens, and Young Adults in Wisconsin
Support For When Life Feels Heavy
Feeling low, unmotivated, or disconnected can be exhausting and isolating.
Kids, teens, and young adults struggling with depression may find it hard to enjoy activities they once loved, keep up with school or work, or maintain friendships. You might feel stuck, hopeless, or unsure where to turn — but support and effective treatment can help you regain energy, motivation, and a sense of connection.
You, your child, or your teen may be experiencing:
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Feeling sad, empty, or hopeless most of the time can make everyday life feel heavy. Therapy provides tools to manage emotions and improve overall mood.
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Activities that once felt enjoyable may feel pointless or exhausting. Therapy helps clients re-engage with meaningful activities and rebuild energy.
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Depression can make school, work, or daily tasks feel overwhelming. Therapy teaches strategies to improve focus and make decisions more confidently.
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Trouble sleeping, oversleeping, or changes in appetite are common. Therapy supports healthier routines and coping strategies to restore balance.
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Feeling disconnected from friends or family can deepen low mood, and create challenges within our important relationships. Therapy encourages safe reconnection and strengthens relationships.
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Harsh self-criticism or negative beliefs about oneself can be persistent. Therapy helps reframe thoughts and build self-compassion.
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Depression can show up as frustration or anger, especially in teens. Therapy provides tools to regulate emotions and communicate effectively.
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Feeling like life isn’t worth living or wanting to hurt yourself can be frightening and overwhelming. Therapy provides a safe space to talk openly, develop coping strategies, and create a safety plan to stay supported and protected. Immediate help is always available.
Therapy for depression is structured, supportive, and tailored to each client’s needs.
Sessions often include:
Assessment and Goal Setting
Understanding each client’s unique experiences, challenges, and goals to create a personalized plan.
Skill
Building
Learning tools to challenge negative thoughts, manage emotions, and increase motivation.
Behavioral Activation
Engaging in meaningful activities to boost mood and rebuild interest in daily life.
Collaboration with Families
Engaging in meaningful activities to boost mood and rebuild interest in daily life.
I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and other evidence-based methods to help kids, teens, and young adults manage depression.
Therapy is interactive and paced to the client’s comfort level, helping kids, teens, and young adults develop practical strategies for managing depression. We’ll focus on identifying negative thought patterns, building coping skills, and developing healthy habits that support emotional well-being.
Together, we work toward increasing motivation, improving relationships, gaining confidence, building resilience, and creating lasting improvements in mood and daily functioning.
Take the First Step Toward Support
If you or your child are struggling with depression, reaching out for help is a brave first step. Contact me today and start building practical strategies, stronger connections, and renewed hope.