Adolescent Depression Treatment
Discover comprehensive adolescent depression treatment in Texas for children and teens ages 3 to 17, with personalized therapy options such as play therapy, CBT, DBT, and EMDR, to support your child’s journey toward wellness and a brighter future.
Help Your Child Rediscover Hope and Purpose With Tailored Depression Care
At Mind Works, we recognize the profound impact that depression can have on the lives of children and teens, affecting everything from their academic achievements and social interactions to their overall sense of joy. Many adolescents may struggle with major depressive disorder at some point in their lives. As a parent, watching your child struggle with depression can cause you to feel understandably confused and helpless, especially if your child seems to retreat and resist the moment when you attempt to reach out.
Our compassionate team in Texas is dedicated to providing holistic, evidence-based care for children and teens aged 3 to 17 struggling with depression. We tailor our approach with comprehensive assessments, personalized therapy—including play therapy for younger children and individual counseling for adolescents—to help them articulate their feelings, develop coping skills, and rebuild self-worth. When appropriate, we coordinate medication management to support your child’s recovery. Working collaboratively with families, we create customized treatment plans designed to help your child rediscover joy, build resilience, and thrive across home, school, and social settings. Located conveniently in Texas, we are committed to guiding your child toward healing and a brighter future—start their journey with a simple call or online form today.
Launch Your Child’s Healing Journey in 3 Simple Steps
1. Get in Touch
Get started with Mind Works by filling out our simple contact form online or giving us a call.
2. Complete Intake Process
Submit all required paperwork so we can better understand your child’s history and needs.
3. Begin Treatment
Meet your child’s provider to establish a treatment plan and begin play therapy sessions.
How Adolescent Depression Treatment Helps Your Child Thrive at Home, School, and Play
You don’t need to let depression cloud your child’s or teen’s vibrant potential. At Mind Works, our targeted depression assessments and treatment are designed to restore hope and happiness, enabling your child to fully enjoy their youth and set a strong foundation for a healthy future. Here are just a few of the benefits of seeking depression treatment for your child.
Gain Insight Into Depression
Counseling can aid in demystifying depression for families, helping both children and parents better understand depression, recognize its impact on daily life and emotions, and develop effective management strategies. Our team can also help to identify specific risk factors that may play a role in your child’s vulnerability to depression. This could include environmental factors, family history, life stressors, or co-occurring health disorders.
Rediscover Passion & Hobbies
Depression can lead your child to lose interest in once-loved hobbies. Through therapy, they can rediscover their enthusiasm and enjoyment in these activities, reigniting a sense of engagement and joy in their everyday life.
Boost Their Self-Esteem
Through play therapy or targeted talk therapy, your child can learn that they are adequate, worthy, and capable of achieving their goals. We’ll help your child learn self-compassion and replace negative self-talk patterns.
Strengthen Relationships
Depression can cause children or teens to withdraw from family and friends – leading to feelings of isolation and loneliness. Therapy can help your child make friends, improve communication with family members and caregivers, and feel connected.
Improved Coping Skills
All children and teens face challenges – big or small. We’ll help your child build resilience in the face of challenges and learn how to cope with setbacks, stressors, overwhelming emotions, or a potential depressive episode more effectively.
Support Academic Performance
Depression can negatively impact focus and motivation, making it difficult for your child to succeed in school. We’ll help your child to remove barriers and improve their academic performance and enjoyment.
Launch Your Child’s Healing Journey in Three Simple Steps
1. Get in Touch
Get started with Mind Works by filling out our simple contact form online or giving us a call.
2. Complete Intake Process
Submit all required paperwork so we can better understand your child’s history and needs.
3. Begin Treatment
Meet your child’s provider to establish a treatment plan and begin play therapy sessions.
Begin Your Child’s Success Story
Ready to get started or have more questions for our team before moving forward? Give us a call or fill out a simple form online to start the journey toward your child’s thriving future.
Why Choose Mind Works for Adolescent Depression Treatment?
Specialized Expertise
Our team is specially trained and qualified to treat behavioral and mental health concerns in children and teens, from ages 3 to 17. Every clinician is trained by our registered play therapist supervisor. They will also work alongside other healthcare professionals and collaborate on treatment as needed.
Comprehensive Treatment Options
We deliver the full spectrum of mental healthcare services for children and young people, including assessments, evidence-based therapy, medication management, and parental guidance.
Collaborative Approach
Our integrated team comes together to provide the absolute best care for your child, sharing key information and working cooperatively to establish a comprehensive treatment plan. This includes regular follow-up appointments to ensure progress is being made and to make adjustments as needed.
Evidence-Based Care
Our team uses a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including interpersonal therapy, such as play therapy for children 3-12. Other effective forms of therapy include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and solution-focused therapy. These methods have been proven to be successful in treating a variety of mental health disorders in addition to symptoms of depression. Other disorders include anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and substance use disorder.
Personalized Support for Parents and Caregivers
Parenting challenges can be complex, but with the right support, you can navigate them confidently. Our team provides expert education and guidance to help you understand your child’s emotional and behavioral needs, equipping you with the knowledge to make informed decisions.
We develop personalized plans that include practical strategies and evidence-based approaches, empowering you to respond effectively to challenging situations. Our goal is to strengthen your understanding and confidence so that you can support your child’s growth.
With our education and support, you’ll feel confident in managing parenting challenges. Together, we’ll help you establish a strong foundation for your child’s success and well-being, fostering a healthier and more connected family environment.
Feeling Overwhelmed by Parenting Challenges?
Let’s Tackle This Together.
Parenting challenges can be overwhelming, but with our personalized support and practical strategies, we’ll help you navigate them confidently.
Moving Toward a Brighter Future
Ready to get started or have more questions for our team before moving forward? Give us a call or fill out a simple form online to start the journey toward your child’s thriving future. Our compassionate team is here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring you feel supported throughout the process. Don’t wait, take the first step toward helping your child build a brighter, healthier tomorrow today.
Frequently Asked Questions About Adolescent Depression Treatment
Depression in children and teens is a serious mental health condition that goes beyond temporary feelings of sadness or “the blues.” It can affect every aspect of a young person’s life, leading to persistent feelings of sadness, irritability, loss of interest in activities, and sometimes even thoughts of self-harm and suicidal thoughts. It’s crucial to recognize the symptoms early, such as changes in appetite, sleep disturbances, low energy, difficulty concentrating, and withdrawal from social activities, as untreated depression can lead to prolonged issues and increased risk of suicide.
It’s important to seek professional evaluation, including pediatric support, if you notice significant changes in your child’s behavior, mood, or academic performance, especially if they withdraw from activities they once enjoyed or exhibit persistent sadness, irritability, fatigue, or suicidal ideation. Early intervention can lead to more effective treatment outcomes and help your child receive the appropriate care they need to recover and thrive. Accessing support from both mental health professionals and a pediatric physician ensures comprehensive care for your child’s overall well-being. How is teen depression different, and what are its warning signs?
Teen depression can often be mistaken for normal adolescent moodiness, but it is a mental disorder that involves more severe and prolonged symptoms like marked irritability, withdrawal, and a noticeable decline in academic performance. Warning signs of mental illness can also include talk of suicide, reckless behavior, and giving away prized possessions.
Prescribing medication as part of your child’s treatment plan depends on several factors, including the severity of their symptoms, how much those symptoms interfere with their daily life, and their response to other treatments. Our team works closely with you and your child to carefully evaluate these aspects and discuss whether medication could be a beneficial addition to their overall care strategy.
At Mind Works, medication management is part of an integrated treatment approach that may also include psychotherapy, behavioral strategies, and lifestyle modifications. We believe in a holistic care model where medication is used in conjunction with other therapies to support your child’s overall mental health and development.
Parents play a crucial role in supporting their child through depression treatment. This includes being actively involved in their care plan, encouraging open communication, fostering a supportive home environment, and working with healthcare providers to monitor progress and adjust treatment as needed.
For moderate to severe depression, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors SSRIs such as Fluoxetine (Prozac) and Escitalopram (Lexapro) are often recommended, alongside therapy. It’s vital to closely monitor for any side effects or changes in behavior, and treatment should always be managed by a mental health professional.
Parents play a crucial role in supporting their child through depression treatment. This includes being actively involved in their care plan, encouraging open communication, fostering a supportive home environment, and working with healthcare providers to monitor progress and adjust treatment as needed.
If your teen exhibits any warning signs of suicidality, such as talking about death, engaging in reckless behavior, or withdrawing from loved ones, it’s critical to seek immediate professional help. Addressing their psychosocial needs by providing a supportive and non-judgmental space for them to express their feelings is also important, while ensuring their safety.
Teenage depression can improve with proper treatment of depression, support, and therapy, but it doesn’t always go away on its own. Early intervention is crucial to help teens manage their symptoms and build resilience, increasing the likelihood of recovery. With professional help, many adolescents experience significant improvement and develop healthy coping skills. However, ongoing support may be necessary for some teens to maintain their progress and prevent future episodes.
According to the NIH.gov, the prevalence of depression among young people affects about 13-20% of adolescents at some point before adulthood. It can often go unnoticed or be mistaken for typical teenage mood swings, but its impact on academic, social, and emotional well-being can be profound. Raising awareness and encouraging early treatment are essential to helping young people recover and thrive.
Success Stories
“Highly recommend Mind Works. I am a clinician in Illinois and needed to find a clinic in Texas that could provide services to my client that was moving. This is no easy feat to do across the United States. Mind Works was fabulous to work with from the very beginning. Coordination of care was 5 stars and my “previous” client is very happy with their new counselor. Thank you very much for going above and beyond during this difficult time so many other counseling offices are facing. I appreciate all the help and coordination you offered my client!”
“I have known the owners for over 8 years and have taken a family member to Mind Works. Therefore, I can speak of them both personally and professionally. There truly is no better place for this service, especially for children and young adults. On the personal level, I know how much they truly care about everyone they meet. On a professional level, the entire staff is a reflection of the dedication to helping others and competence that gets results that the owners exude. During the incredibly trying time of this pandemic and the fear and anxiety it has caused many people, we are incredibly blessed to have Mind Works available to support.”
“The front desk staff is kind and courteous and helped me find the right therapist for my child. When I met my therapist she was kind and explained the process to me. I love that she included me in the play therapy process and helped me understand how to help my child. Thankful for the therapists at Mind Works!”
“Mindworks is the leader in child centered play therapy and collaborative care in San Antonio and surrounding areas. Their focus is solely on the mental health of children and teenagers. Each clinician at all four locations is seasoned, knowledgeable, experienced, and capable. Parents trust that their child is going to get the treatment and services they need and deserve.
I thoroughly enjoyed working as a clinician at Mindworks. The support and leadership is consistent and outstanding. Unlike any other job that I have had, leadership and clinicians work together to cultivate an awesome work environment.”
Help Your Child Soar to New Heights
Adolescent depression treatment can transform your child’s life and help them to soar to heights you may have never thought possible. Call Mind Works at (210) 366-3700 today to learn more.