If you have depression, you may feel sad, exhausted and hopeless about your future. Even though everyday life may be overwhelming, recovery is within reach.
From childhood through adolescence and adulthood, our team of state-certified behavioral health specialists delivers personalized depression treatment.
We offer comprehensive services for people struggling with depression:
Everyone occasionally feels blue or sad from time to time. However, these feelings are usually short-lived and pass within a couple of days.
When you have depression, you feel this way all the time. Depression interferes with your daily life.
People with depression are often at risk for other conditions, including anxiety disorders, panic disorder and chemical dependency. If you already have another condition, depression can make it worse.
Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the U.S. A variety of factors can cause depression, including:
Everyone experiences the symptoms of depression differently. These symptoms may include:
We diagnose depression through an interview with one of our physicians or mental health professionals. During this interview, you discuss your symptoms; including how long you’ve experienced them and how they are affecting your daily life.
Even if you have severe depression, treatment can help you feel better. The sooner you receive treatment, the more effective it is. Common treatments include:
You should not expect to suddenly "snap out of" your depression. However, treatment can help your mood lift gradually.
Note: The condition description on this page is intended to be informational only, and should not be considered a diagnosis or medical advice. Please seek the advice of a qualified medical professional if you believe you have any of the symptoms described here.
Our services are available in convenient locations throughout Pierce and South King counties.
Outpatient and Specialty Services
Call 888-445-8120 to make an appointment
Adolescent Inpatient Behavioral Health
Call the referral intake number at 253-403-0556
Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Care
Monday-Friday, 8am to 6pm
253-545-2336
After hours and weekends
253-545-2050
Geriatric Psychiatric Care
Monday-Friday, 8am to 4:30pm
253-545-2336
After hours and weekends
253-545-2813
Navos Services
Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm
206-248-8226
Navos 24-hours crisis line
866-427-4747