Kathy Steele, M.A., M.F.T.

Helping individuals gain a greater sense of
control and well being in their lives.

When should I seek help for Depression or Loss?

Loss is a normal response that people often describe as feeling sad, blue or gloomy. It can be in response to a loss of a job, loss in financial status, children growing up and leaving the nest, not achieving a goal, separation from a partner, divorce, or death of a loved one.

But long periods of feelings of loss can have a negative effect on the quality of life and cause relationship stress. Depression that lasts for over 2 weeks can have a strong impact on an individual’s relationships, work and quality of life, and should be treated.

Depression can have a strong impact on an individual’s relationships, work and quality of life. It is common to blame oneself for one’s symptoms and therefore not seek treatment, even though depression isn’t anyone fault and is a highly treatable condition. Therapy helps individuals gain insight into their relationships and helps to identify where changes can be made to create a more meaningful and supportive relationships.

See also: Clinical Issues: Depression and Loss

What are Life Transitions and how can they affect me?

Life transitions would include problems individuals are having adjusting to changes in their lives such as marriage, having children, divorce, dealing with new step-family status, menopause, and children leaving the nest.

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Kathy Steele, M.A., M.F.T.

was born and raised in Southern California, earned a Bachelors degree in Psychology from the University of California, a Masters degree in Psychology from Chapman University, and has acquired extensive post-graduate training and experience in the areas of eating disorders, anxiety disorders and gastric bypass surgery counseling.