Depression

Depression services offered in Reston, VA and Oakland, CA

Everyone feels sad now and then. If you’re feeling sadder than usual or won’t go away, you may wonder if you’re depressed. If you or your child are struggling with depression, contact Prashanth Pillai, MD, and Ksenia Pillai, MD, at The Fountain Group in Reston, Virginia. They understand how profoundly depression can affect people’s lives and offer support and guidance to get you through. Call The Fountain Group today or schedule a telehealth consultation online for compassionate care.

Depression Q&A

What causes depression?

There's no single cause of depression. It can occur for many reasons and has a variety of triggers. For some people, a stressful or upsetting life event, such as divorce, illness, bereavement, redundancy, and job or money worries, can be the cause.

Abuse, conflict, grief, and a combination of various causes can also trigger depression.

What effects might depression have on me?

Depression affects people differently depending on their psychological makeup, events they experienced, and what help they received afterward. For example, losing a child can trigger major depressive disorder (MDD) or depression.

It can appear at any age, and the symptoms can vary from person to person.

For many who have depression, the symptoms are usually severe enough to negatively impact their day-to-day life, but this isn’t always the case.

What are the symptoms of depression?

Symptoms indicating you have depression include:

Feelings of hopelessness
Social withdrawal
A decline in school or work performance
Lost appetite or binge-eating
Loss of interest in things you enjoy
Difficulty concentrating
Trouble sleeping or excessive sleeping
Suicidal thoughts or tendencies

Some people start drinking heavily or using illegal drugs to numb their emotions. Help is available. If you are thinking about harming yourself or attempting suicide, tell someone who can help immediately. Call 911 for emergency services or go to the nearest hospital.

What can I do to overcome depression?

The Fountain Group offers psychotherapy (talk therapy) to help people manage depression, grief, and trauma. The dedicated psychiatrists create a safe space where you can work through trauma’s effects and reduce its burden on your mind. They also prescribe medication for symptoms like depression and anxiety.

Psychotherapy can take the form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy, or other forms of therapy. With their help, you can manage depression and emerge with greatly improved mental health.

You might need to try a few options before finding the right fit, but don't let that be a deterrent. Your health, happiness, and life are worth it.

Call The Fountain Group today or book an appointment online for first-class depression and trauma-informed care.