Rethinking Causes & Treatment for Depression
SSRI's can be helpful, even life saving, for some.
But for many their negative side effects and lack of efficacy can have clients feeling broken and hopeless.
Join Mona and Cyndi as they share research, differential diagnosis and possible root causes that go beyond medication and the myth of a chemical balance.
Cost: $24, Option to add 3 CE's (+$25) for LSWs, LPCs, LMFTs.
Recording Available
Research
Learn about research not finding a link between low serotonin & depression, serious side effects, and lack of research on long-term use
Differential Diagnosis
Understand how trauma, long covid, or chronic fatigue can be misdiagnosed as depression, creating long-term cycle of use since symptoms do not abate
ROOT Cause Possibilities
Learn up to three possible root causes of depression that could lead to effective treatment
Holistic Wellness
Understand the pillars of mental wellness and several simple and easy lifestyle changes to start a wellness journey
Your Presenters:
Mona Adamaszek is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with experience working with kids, adolescents, and adults in an assortment of mental health facilities. She has transformed her practice to focus on providing patients with a holistic approach to managing their mental health needs.
Cyndi Collen is a psychotherapist, certified integrative mental health professional, and owner of Flourish Holistic Mental Wellness. She has 11 years of experience in helping clients resolve trauma, anxiety, and depression to experience authenticity and wellness through integrating therapy, lifestyle changes, and breathwork.
