About Me

I am a life coach working with people who suffer from depression. My own personal success story about overcoming major depression has inspired me to share my story with others -- my first-hand knowledge of depression, coping strategies, management, and treatments. I believe that someone suffering from depression can benefit tremendously from self-inquiry, psychotherapy and practicing mindfulness. I have a degree from Hunter College where I majored in cultural anthropology. Thus, I have a deep respect for and awareness of each one's cultural background.

Sunday, June 10, 2012

4 Ways to Get Rid of Depression


I was able to get well in 4 ways:

1. Endurance. It took about a year to finally find the right medication that worked for me. It takes time because there are many variables that need to be tested in a 4-week period, such as dosage, brand, co-drug.

2. Medication. It took 6-mos to a year to find the right meds, but when it worked, it was such a relief, and I was able to move about and do the work to make the healing permanent.

3. Therapy. Therapy works if you can really identify the emotions and situations that block you or cause you pain. Also, getting to know your therapist's approach and using that type of approach to your advantage, makes therapy work.

4. The Work of Byron Katie. Check out thework.com and learn about the 4 basic questions that can bring relief and lead you to the truth. It has to do with questioning your thinking. The 4 questions de-mistify the beliefs that cause your emotions and your suffering.

I'm a life coach. If you need help, please contact me.