You’re Not Alone
It’s a weekday, and the sun is shining despite some overcast clouds. Your favorite song is playing as you commute to work. You’ve got plans this weekend to go to the beach, and work is going as fine as work ever goes during the week.
It’s a perfectly fine day, except for the sadness.
You have the urge to cry, although at what you have no idea. Everything feels heavy, and you have trouble smiling hello to your coworkers. Why, though? Everything is fine. You have no reason to be sad!
Except, maybe you do. Depression can affect anyone at any time. It doesn’t always make itself known loudly. Sometimes, it’s the quiet sadness that steals joy a little at a time.
If you’re feeling sad for no reason today, there is hope. Depression is highly treatable. All you need to do is take that first step.
Other Symptoms of Depression
Sadness is a common symptom of depression. If you recognize these other symptoms, talk to a Toms River therapist about how depression therapy can help you:
- Persistent sadness, emptiness, or low mood
- Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed
- Fatigue or low energy
- Changes in sleep (insomnia or oversleeping)
- Changes in appetite or weight
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt
- Irritability or restlessness
- Slowed movements or speech
- Thoughts of death or suicide
Depression Therapists in Toms River
A deep sadness is a common symptom of depression. Treat this symptom and the core cause of depression with the help of a Toms River therapist.
Chelsea Chang
LCSW
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2019 and have experience supporting young adults and adults with concerns such as addictions, substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, life tra...
Steven Taragano
Resident in Counseling
As a Licensed Associate Counselor with six years of experience in the menta...
Marcia Ryan
LPC
Purvesh Shelat
LPC
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals through a variety of mental health concerns and life challenges. I believe that seeking therapy is ...
Jennifer Most
LCSW
I hold an MSW from Rutgers University School of Social Work, with a concentration in Spirituality and Aging, and a BA from Rutgers University’s Livingston College, focusing on Theater Arts at Mason ...
Amy Reyes
Supervisee in Social Work
I am a Licensed Social Worker and I have been in the mental heath field for the past 9 years working with a variety of client populations, including children, adolescents, and adults, all within the ...
Depression Triggers
Feeling sad isn’t something that should or can be avoided all the time. Sometimes, even after you’ve been treated, sadness will come and go with triggers. The important thing is learning how to cope with the sadness when it comes, which is what therapy can help you with. Sadness triggers can include:
Depression and sadness are key parts of grief. The loss of someone or something close to you can trigger depression.
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Experiencing or re-experiencing a trauma through a major anniversary or reminder of the event can trigger depression.
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High stress does all sorts of things on your nervous system, from raising cortisol levels, triggering fight or flight responses, and leading to burnout. Depression is often on the heels of all these things.
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Hormonal shifts, major sicknesses, and changes like puberty can trigger depression as your brain’s neurochemicals shift.
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Have you had a recent move or job change? Maybe a new addition to your family? Any big life change can trigger depression and sadness.
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Scheduling is easy! Simply choose a therapist from our extensive therapist directory. Fill out the quick form, and we’ll get in touch to confirm your appointment.
If you don’t feel like choosing a therapist, give us a call, and we’ll match you with an Ocean County therapist that fits your needs.
Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy adheres to all HIPAA policies. This means your personal information will be protected throughout every step of the process: from requesting a session, to your first appointment, all the way to when you decide to stop therapy.
Lifebulb was built on the core belief that good therapists provide good therapy, and that in order for a therapist to be good, they need to feel supported. We prioritize our therapists’ wellness so that they can give you their full attention. No burnout, no counting the minutes till the end of the session, no racing to meet quotas, no wasting time wrestling with insurance panels.
The result? More time, more energy, and more joy they get to put towards what they do best: helping you!
Online anxiety therapy sessions use HIPAA-compliant video software that is 100% secure. We never record sessions and will never ask you to jump on a video call that is not HIPAA compliant. Our therapists also always take video sessions from a private and secure place. There’s no risk of anyone overhearing you.
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