Caroline Pace

Yes, medications have shown to be helpful however, a discussion with your doctor would be the best way to decide. Other medical conditions may need to be taken into consideration before taking any prescription medication. Medications are important to discuss with your doctor. Typically, psychotherapy and medication management from your prescribing doctor are the best way to effectively manage bipolar.

Yes, I am a clinically certified Anxiety treatment professional.

Yes a counselor can treat depression. However, a counselor cannot prescribe medication. Typically, depending on the severity of the depression seeing a counselor is the first line of treatment.

What helps someone would depend on how they experience the symptoms and how those symptoms are affecting their quality of life. Many times a person can be helped through psychotherapy/counseling to learn the coping skills they may need to manage their ADD. It is important to see someone who is a clinically credentialed ADHD service provider.

The length of time a person is in therapy for ADD will be different for each client. However, Once a client is able to manage their ADD and it no longer impacts their ability to function daily typically they no longer need therapy for ADD. ADD maintenance therapy has proven to be beneficial in helping clients as they grow and may change or experience life transitions. New skills may be needed to match the changing needs of the client.

Yes, you should see a psychiatrist for depression if that is helping you manage your symptoms. It is an important step in receiving help for your depression. Many psychiatrists will recommend their patients seek therapy as well, or start with therapy first. I have worked with many clients experiencing depression who also see a psychiatrist. It is important for you to see a psychiatrist to discuss your symptoms and together decide if medication is necessary. Seeing a therapist/ counselor is also a necessary course of action when experiencing depression. Many times therapy is recommended as the first line of treatment and/or in conjunction with seeing a psychiatrist.
What is most important is that you seek treatment.

If you are experiencing severe depression with self harming and /or suicidal thoughts please dial 911 and seek medical attention right away.

Yes, psychotherapy and/or counseling have proven to help clients better manage their ADHD.
ADHD when managed can be a positive part of a clients life. However, it is important to learn how to manage ADHD in a healthy way and this is typically achieved through therapy in conjunction with or without medication depending on the severity of the ADHD and client beliefs concerning medication.

Experiencing this tightness and feeling emotional must be so difficult. Medications can be very helpful however, in order for the medications to work their best therapy most always needs to be included as part of the overall treatment plan. When treating depression and anxiety it is
crucial to seek therapy in conjunction with medication.