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Getting Help for Depression

Depression is one of the most treatable mental health conditions — and treatment works best when it can adapt to you. Allen Psychiatry offers every level of depression care, from weekly therapy to advanced treatments, on one campus in Allen, TX.

What Is Depression?

Depression (major depressive disorder) is more than a rough week. It is a persistent change in mood, energy, and interest that lasts two weeks or longer and starts interfering with work, relationships, or daily life. It is a medical condition, not a personal failing — and most people who get evidence-based treatment improve.

What depression can feel like day to day

Feeling sad, empty, or numb most of the day

Losing interest in things you used to enjoy

Sleeping too much or too little

Feeling exhausted even after resting

Trouble concentrating or making decisions

Feeling worthless or excessively guilty

Changes in appetite or weight

Thoughts that life isn’t worth living

You don’t need to check every box — if several of these have lasted more than two weeks, it’s worth talking to a professional.

How We Treat Depression, All in One Place

Allen Psychiatry provides every level of care on one campus, so your treatment plan can adapt — up or down — without changing practices.

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Therapy: evidence-based talk treatment

For many people, structured therapy such as CBT is the first step. Our licensed therapists help you understand what is driving the depression and build practical skills to change it — in individual or group settings, in person or by telehealth.

Learn more about Counseling & Therapy
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Medication: careful prescribing, close follow-up

Antidepressant medication can be highly effective, especially combined with therapy. Our psychiatric providers take time with the initial evaluation, explain the options, and follow up closely to adjust until the treatment actually fits.

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If medications aren’t enough: advanced options

When antidepressants haven’t provided enough relief, we offer FDA-cleared TMS therapy and FDA-approved Spravato® on the same campus — so escalating your care is a conversation with your existing provider, not a search for a new clinic.

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When you need more support: structured programs

If depression is significantly disrupting daily functioning, our partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP) programs provide multi-day-per-week structured treatment with close psychiatric oversight — then step you back down to routine care within the same practice.

Learn more about PHP & IOP Programs

Related reading: Treatment-Resistant Depression · Anxiety

This page is for general education from a patient's perspective — it is not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a substitute for an evaluation with a qualified provider. Which treatment fits you is a decision made together with your psychiatric provider.

Depression FAQs

Straight answers to the questions patients actually ask

Duration and impact are the key signals. Sadness that follows a hard event and fades within days is a normal response. When low mood, lost interest, or exhaustion persist most days for two weeks or more and start affecting work, school, or relationships, an evaluation is warranted. A psychiatric provider can help you sort this out — that is exactly what an initial evaluation is for.

No. Treatment is built around your situation and preferences. Many people start with therapy alone; others benefit from medication, or a combination. Your provider will explain the evidence for each option so you can make an informed choice together.

That is more common than you might think, and it has its own name — treatment-resistant depression — and its own treatment options, including TMS and Spravato. Allen Psychiatry offers both on our campus. See our treatment-resistant depression page for a full walk-through of the options.

Our team can usually accommodate same-week or next-week appointments. Call 469-340-2777 or book online, and we will match you with the right provider and verify your insurance.

Please don’t wait for an appointment. Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room. These services are available 24/7.

Still have questions? We're here to help.

If You Are in Immediate Danger

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger of self-harm or suicide:

Call 911Call 988Go to Nearest ER

Depression Is Treatable — Start With One Appointment

A psychiatric evaluation is the first step. We’ll listen, explain your options, and build a plan together — usually within the same week.

Individual results may vary. Treatment is not suitable for everyone and requires a comprehensive evaluation by a qualified provider to determine appropriateness.