how can a psychologist help a depressed woman?

Answer 1

Depression is a condition that usually responds to some type of treatment. Therapy, as you mentioned is one. Medication is another. And often overlooked, exercise helps a great deal.

Speaking with a psychologist helps you understand your situation better and begin to see through the goggles that depression puts on your eyes. Talk therapy has been clinically proven many times as effective. Your therapist won't tell you what to do or cure you of depression. The therapists job is to gently guide you on a path of recovery. They can also gauge whether a person is possibly suicidal and intervene if needed.

The best results are often obtained by combining talk therapy, medication (if your doctor thinks it is appropriate), and exercise.

Making the first appointment is difficult. But you are not alone. Many people have depression and seek help. Don't let the stigma of mental illness keep you from getting what you need. Good luck getting better.

Oh, I almost forgot. Make an appointment with your regular doctor. Sometimes depression can be caused by medical conditions, like a chemical imbalance in the thyroid gland. Get checked out.

Answer 2

Besides therapy, which is very important, there are many medications on the market today which can help people feel normal again. Because there are so many, it make take a couple of tries to find the right one, but it can change your life. Try looking in the phone book for mental health clinics.

Answer 3

by letting her talk about how she feels what makes her feel depressed which is very important some depressions are short term and just need a little treatment and may not call for medication ..... many work with psychiatrist who are able to administer the right medications if needed......a regular MD does not know how this part of the brain and how chemical imbalance works........I went to a psychiatrist and It helped me a lot........If you feel or are thinking of going you should

Answer 4

there are many different types of therapy out there, so if you go to a therapist, know that it won't be just "sitting and talking". if you find a GOOD therapist, they have guidelines to go by. no longer is it acceptable therapy to sit and talk.

also, the use of medicine can work, but my suggestion is find a therapist who will go through therapy WITH the medication. it helps a bit with the relapse (if you get off the medication because you "feel better"). a therapist can help find the root of the problem, while the meds can help you feel better sooner.

Answer 5

Sometimes all you need is to talk to someone who can understand you, and not judge you. Plus they can give you suggestions to help you. They can also get you meds that can greatly improve your depression.

Answer 6

Give her a good massage, encourage and compliment her.

Maybe some good listening and helping her make sense of her life.

Answer 7

http://www.psychologyinfo.com/depression/treatment.htm

Answer 8

by allowing her an outlet, or sending her to a M.D. for the proper medication.