While many of us may experience some of these symptoms to a mild degree in winter, for others, their winter blahs become full-blown Seasonal Affective Disorder (the apt acronym here is "SAD"). SAD can occur separately from, or at the same time as major depression or other mental health disorders. The good news is that effective therapy for SAD in Chicago is available, and professional depression counseling can help you develop personalized strategies to navigate these challenging months.

Tips for getting your therapy paid for by insurance… It is not as easy as it should be, but we have suggestions to make mental health treatment more affordable for yourself and your family. When people are able to take care of their mental health, it leads to much better outcomes in many areas of life.

You know something isn’t quite right, but you don’t fit the stereotypical mold of depression. It’s possible that you have something called high-functioning depression. 

Experiencing depression weight gain? Learn why it happens and how depression therapy, counseling, and Health at Any Size approaches support holistic recovery without shame.

Depression is one of the most common mental health issues in the world. While it impacts people differently and symptoms can vary, feelings of extreme sadness, hopelessness, and helplessness are often associated with this overwhelming condition.