Depression

Advanced Treatments and Services for Many Types of Depression

Depression Treatments at Wells Medicine

A primary focus of our work is effective treatments for depression. We have an excellent suite of tools to help.

The Impact of Depression

Depression is widespread – affecting from around 8% to 17% of adults at any given time (CDC, SAMHSA, Gallup).

Depression can be profoundly life altering, whether recent-onset or a decades-long fight, and whether transient or chronic in nature. It can affect all aspects of life, making it hard to get out of bed, hold a job, keep a clean home, or maintain relationships. It is associated with higher risks for mortality, other mood disorders, and other medical conditions.

It can be especially crushing to try fighting depression when no treatment options have worked. Treatment resistant depression can make the fight much harder.

Symptoms and Types of Depression

Symptoms of depression may vary from person to person. There are many presentations of depression and multiple kinds of depression.

Common Symptoms

Persistent feelings of sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed
Fatigue or low energy
Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions

Severe Symptoms

Suicidal ideation – Thoughts of death or suicide
Unexplained physical pain or aches
Significant changes in appetite and weight
Agitation or restlessness

Types of Depression Include

Major Depressive Disorder / MDD
Treatment Resistant Depression / TRD
Perinatal / Postpartum Depression
Bipolar Disorder
End-Of-Life Grief / Depression
Persistent Depressive Disorder
Seasonal Affective Disorder
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder / PMDD

Treatment Options for Depression at Wells Medicine

We offer advanced interventional treatments and services.

Ketamine Treatments

Ketamine IV infusions can provide rapid and sustained relief for depression of all kinds – providing clinically significant reduction of negative symptoms for about 70% to 80% of patients by the third infusion. Ketamine infusions are an exceptional treatment option.

Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous oxide inhalation treatments may provide relief for depression. They appear to operate in a similar way to ketamine. Their benefits include that patients do not require an IV and may drive themselves following a treatment.

TMS / Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

TMS is a non-invasive procedure that uses targeted magnetic field impulses to stimulate neurons in the brain. The TMS SAINT / Accelerated Protocol consists of 10 treatments a day for 5 consecutive days and is quicker than other forms of TMS and many other treatment options. It may be effective for about 70% to 80% of patients. TMS can be an excellent treatment option.

Psychiatry / Pharmacotherapy

Psychiatry is typically a key and foundational part of thorough care for depression. Evaluation, medication management and adjustments are important for anyone taking, or who might like to take, prescription medication for depression. We work on a referral basis with many psychiatrists and provide psychiatry services as well.

Psychotherapy / Talk Therapy

Psychotherapy can work well on its own or to improve or extend the results of other treatments. There is little substitute for the usefulness and versatility of talk therapy, and it can be indispensable for achieving and maintaining long-term mental health. We work on a referral basis with many therapists and provide therapy services as well.

Integrated Support

Integrated support with Wells Medicine is a combination of functional medicine and coaching designed to support and extend our care throughout more aspects of your life. Integrated Support can be an excellent addition if you believe you’d like more comprehensive support, or if you know you’d benefit from regular sustained guidance in addressing your mental health.

Multi-Modal Treatments

Multiple treatments in combination or series are often a good choice – whether finding the best treatment fit, trying a belt-and-suspenders approach, or taking advantage of synergies between treatments – such as using the benefits of neuroplasticity from ketamine infusions to pursue Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).

Other Options and Referrals

Other treatments may be appropriate – from different types of talk therapy, group therapy, alternative therapies and experimental treatments or medical trials. We have a strong and growing referral network for our patients.

Why choose Wells Medicine for Depression Treatments?

At Wells Medicine you have access to advanced treatments and services backed by expertise, evidence-based medicine, and compassionate care. We’re accessible, we provide great value, and we care deeply about effective treatments for the benefit of our patients. We are an excellent option.

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