You may not immediately think these are linked but its surprising how often they are...
Clients who present to me directly (i.e. self-refer) are more likely (in my experience) to present with ‘stress’ or ‘anger issues’ and are often unaware that they may also be ‘depressed’. This is particularly common when the depression is linked to an anxiety state. I am not qualified make a diagnosis of the medical term ‘depression’ because technically only a medically qualified person can do that but it may not always be necessary. If I feel an accurate diagnosis is required, I refer the client to their G P.
Depression
Probably the most common presentation to me is when the potential client has already been diagnosed as ‘depressed’ by their G P and is unhappy about taking medication alone for a variety of reasons. I would generally expect to liaise with the Doctor concerned in these cases. However I do not have the resources or expertise to help clients with a serious suicidal risk or those for whom depression is not the primary diagnosis and who may suffer depression linked to a personality disorder.
More on the treatment options for these conditions to follow.... or please telephone my receptionist on 01278 784490 during normal office hours if you would like to make an appointment for a personal consultation.
