DEPRESSION

Independent Promoter for the local music industry in Maine & New England. Former Mental Health Rehabilitation Service Provider, experienced in Community Mental Health Rehab, Developmental Disabilities, Duel Diagnosis, Substance Abuse, Counseling Theory, Psychiatric Drugs, and Adolescent Depression. On top of my Mental Health training and certifications I hold a Degree in Business Management and Accounting. I managed a night club in the Northern Part of the state for a few years, and worked in business administrations, marketing, customer services, hospitality, and in home health care among other things over the years. Single mom of 5, 2 boys and 3 girls and enjoy the diverse culture of living in the Sate Of Maine. I am a avid Tarot Reader, enjoy studying astrology & metaphysics, a student of life, and enjoy the outdoors a great deal. My interests, areas of study and knowledge is diverse, from music to film, art, nature, writing, web design, social networking & social bookmarking, web marketing, Maine Culture, Spirituality, Herbal Medicine, The Tarot, Astrology, Crystal prosperities, Aroma Therapy, Meditation Techniques, Metaphysics, The Paranormal, Parapsychology, Ancient Religion and Religious History, Counseling Theory & Therapy, Cognition and Human Behavior, Youth Culture, awareness & concerns, Substance Abuse Rehab, Mental Health Rehab, Developmental Disabilities, Downs Syndrome, Local Night life, Interpersonal communications & relationships, Current National & Global Concerns, Astronomy, Physics & Energy, Thought forms & Energy, and the list goes on in related & unrelated sub-interests.

I am a therapist with my own clinical practice specializing in behavior disorders, anxiety, depression, life transitions, family relationships. I'm also a writer with several books in my field published by traditional publishers and I've self published several fiction ebooks. I'm the mom of a large family and I love to garden.

I cracked up - for the first time - on June 4, 1988, three weeks short of completing my Masters degree in Psychology. Some would say I had a nervous breakdown. The psych ward doctors said it was major depression. I say that I saw just how evil my sin is in the eyes of God and it scared the hell out of me. And, 20 years later, it resulted in the publication of my first book - "BLESSED WITH BIPOLAR." I cracked up, broke down, and de-pressed. I cobbled together some mad reality and blew a fuse. I despaired, decompensated, detached, and derailed. I lost my mind, never to be the same again. Thanks be to God! Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ! One year later, during my second tour of duty as a psych ward inpatient, I completed my Masters degree in Psychology, taking my final class on three hour passes from the hospital. I woke up in the psych ward, went to class at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, and returned to the hospital for the rest of the day – and night. Now that’s bipolar! Psych grad-student by day. Psych ward patient by night. I have bipolar disorder. And it is a blessing. In addition to helping me earn a masters in psychology, bipolar also helped me to earn a football scholarship to Georgia Tech and a full-tuition, merit scholarship to Law School. It ain't all bad!

A former preschool teacher turned accidental stay-at-home mother after being laid off, Samantha had her only daughter in September of 2010. Besides being Mumma, she's a blogger, an avid crafter, an independent artist, and a survivor of postpartum depression.

My Husband (of 15 years) and I have 3 adopted children. One no longer lives with us. Our other two children have been diagnosed with ADHD and ODD. The youngest one also has bi-polar disorder among other things. Life is interesting from one day to the next around here. I have been writing since I was 8 years old. I also like to read, study the Bible, spending time with my family, play video games, and crochet. I have posted one of my children’s stories on Hub Pages. The story is called “Why Did You Leave Me?” http://ladyauthor47.hubpages.com/hub/whydidyouleaveme. I have also had some poetry published in various places. Most of my poems are inspired by some event, word or action. I have recently published a book of my poetry on Lulu.com. The book is called “Inspirations from the World” http://www.lulu.com/product/paperback/inspirations-from-the-world/16446077. I have also published a research paper called “Living with Depression” http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/8283085/living_with_depression.html?cat=5. I am working on some coloring/comic books that are geared for children with learning disabilities that I've titled "Don't Play with Us."

Stelios Nicolaou, a Greek-cypriot writer, was born in Nicosia, Cyprus and earned his Masters degree at Northeast Louisiana University, USA. Stelios Nicolaou, a depression survivor, is the author of Depression: My Witness, Your Solution (Five easy steps to reprogramme your little, inner monologue, and set you mind free). Blending from the schools of Cognitive Psychology, Transactional Analysis, and ancient Greek wisdom, he developed a simple drama analysis, a unique, humorous technique, which neutralizes and sets aside cloudy and gloomy thoughts that cause bad mood, hopelessness, and despair. He lives, works, and writes in Limassol, Cyprus, and is married with two grown children.

I have had a lifetime of dealing with depression and it's affects. I've seen the ugly results of not coping with it and heard the horrifying stories of medical treatment my Mother went through and I've watched a good man go down from it.

Robin Farr is mom to 3-year-old Connor. After his birth, she struggled with postpartum depression and her road to recovery led her to a new perspective on what matters in life. She has long been a consumer of online content and she's now putting her communications background to good use by creating content intended to connect with and help others. You can read her personal blog about her experience with postpartum depression at http://farewellstranger.com

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Virginia and a nationally certified counselor. I have a vast array of clinical mental health experience (from Addiction to Schizophrenia) and currently have my own private practice in the City of Fairfax, VA. I enjoy working with people to build solutions to whatever issues they are struggling with at that moment and specialize in working with male clients, especially men struggling with stress and depression.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist in Tustin, CA. I provide individual and group counseling for children, teenagers, adults, and families. I specialize in anxiety, depression, stress management, ADHD, Asperger's, and major life events and transitions. I also provide care management, social work consulting services, for seniors and their loved ones.

Ms. Dishner grew up in a unique family situation because her mother was diagnosed with schizophrenia, paranoia disorder, which made for a rocky childhood. In spite of her family hardships, Ms. Dishner graduated from James Madison University with three degrees: a B.S. in psychology with a special education minor, an M.Ed. in special education and an M.Ed. in educational administration. She taught various groups of students in special education programs for seven years and then served as an educational administrator at both the elementary and secondary levels. Ms. Dishner is a survivor of stage 3B aggressive breast cancer which occurred in 2002. She has had no recurrences of the cancer in the past eight years. However, she suffers from lymphedema, shortness of breath, short-term memory processing issues, anxiety and clinical depression. In addition, Ms. Dishner suffers from post-traumatic stress syndrome due to workplace bullying and harassment due to her sexual orientation. Currently, Ms. Dishner is self-employed as an abstract artist. She has studied art for two and a half years and her work, "One Love" was highlighted in the March issue of GALA magazine. Ms. Dishner is an avid gardener and she also enjoys music and technology. Ms. Dishner is a relentless advocate for LGBT rights and patient's rights. She also believes in the vast untapped energy within ourselves and our limitless universes.

Katie Goode is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Mission Viejo, CA. She works with individuals and teens struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, eating disorders and self-esteem issues. She uses a combination of mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and hypnosis techniques to help people live happy, healthy and balanced lives.

Born 28 years a go in Guatemala city I have always been an admirer of art, around the age of 12 I started to paint and learn about it and by the time I was 23 I had my first solo show exhibiting my paintings in Austria. As time passed I fell in love with tattoos and body modification, graffiti and urban art.Novel and poetry are a passion for me. When I was studying in college I worked as a tattoo artist and a Hotel manager to pay for my university, 4 years ago I graduated as a clinical Psychologist and did postgraduate studies in children behavior, clinical depression and cognitive therapy. Today I´m married, expecting my first child (a little girl!) and I work as a psychologist in 2 clinics, one specializing in assessments and treatment of adults and a low-cost clinic for children. Writing is a passion, a love... and definitely an art...

JC Christian Counseling provides online counseling services to all individuals, adolescents, couples, and families who need Counselors for depression, anxiety and stress, marriage, sadness, career, trauma, grief and loss.

I'm a single woman, living in the Midwest, trying to keep her head above water. Not literally, but the longstanding debt I have and the research I've done to help me cope with it have left me stranded. I was diagnosed with chronic severe depression only six years ago, but suffered from it most of my life. Learning this about myself, and learning to retrain my thinking that I'm not a lazy slob, but that I have a mental disease, has been hard. It's an ongoing process. Being single and in debt has plagued me for over 15 years. Well, the debt has; I'll work on the 'single' part elsewhere on the web. Finding information on being single and how to eliminate debt has been hard. I'm hoping to help other singles out there with ideas. Maybe you can help me with your ideas. I'm a science-fiction geek who's been attending conventions since 1995. Hence, the debt I've accrued. Who knew that a plane ticket to England back in 1999 would still be on my credit card today? Not me!

After enduring decades of panic, anxiety, and depression; I worked my way out of the woods. The bonus was finding my life's passion and work. So I went back to school and earned my counseling credentials. I'm reaching out to those enduring depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder on my blog, chipur. It's a haven of sharing, learning, and relief for anyone, really, enduring an emotional or mental health situation. In addition to producing and writing for chipur, I spend a lot of time on independent writing projects, including ebooks. I've been fortunate enough to have articles featured on several blogs. I live in the suburbs of Chicago where I enjoy spending time with my two teenage children.

I am a 22 year old who suffers from ulcerative colitis disease, depression, and social anxiety disorder. I want to inform people who don't understand these issues and help those suffering with them.

My name is Racquel Jones. I am a licensed psychotherapist with a Masters degree in Clinical Social Work. I have many years of experience in helping people deal with challenges in their lives, such as relationship problems, parenting and family issues, depression and anxiety. I believe it's important to give information to help people better their relationships and family life.

Kitty White is a Freelance Writer, specializing in non-fiction writing. She also focuses her writing towards her main target audience; women. As a mother to five children, wife (married twice and now single), homemaker for 27+ years, grandmother to eight and counting, and a well rounded women's advocate, she brings much knowledge and life experience to the table. Her interests are wide ranging and run the gammut from; homemaking, cooking, crafting, photography, writing, parenting, spirituality, health and wellness; (including but not limited to her knowledge in regards to; eating disorders, arthritis, multiple sclerosis and depression and healthy vs unhealthy relationships); natural remedies, frugal living, country life, relationships, home decorating; loving yourself; healthy body image; how to be a strong woman; aging and the elderly; caring for someone who is ill; the gay and lesbian community; paganism in general, witchcraft specifically; abusive relationships and how to be free from them; and that's just the beginning! Her life journey has given her a unique perspective and her love of life and ability to overcome obstacles with joy makes her a writer that women of all ages, shapes, races, and backgrounds can relate to! Her informative and inspirational articles touch the heart of women's issues in a positive and life affirming way.

Aged 52, have worked as a private relationship expert, life coach, therapist and writer for many years. Wrote for newspapers and magazines, had famous and rich clients and was asked to appear on radio and television. Built the business up into many offices nationwide with many staff. Have been virtually retired for approximately ten years. Book... Seduce Women and have a fantastic sex life published in paperback and ebook 2010, available from Lulu.com and Amazon.com. The Joys of Being Single published in paperback and ebook 2010 available from Lulu.com. Many other books available. Did a lot of work with victims of bad relationships (partners) and victims of paedeophiles. Helped those with ocd, borderline personality disorders and depression.

Former Panic Attack and Depression sufferer who enjoys helping others overcome panic attacks, anxiety and depression through article writing, blogging and coaching. Born in Douglas Wyoming in 1966, I now reside in Northern Louisiana with my husband, four children and two dogs.

A. Lorraine Allen is a trained therapist and life coach who helps people learn how to manage their depression and stress levels.

I'm an avid writer of essays and articles and also a published author for two young adult books. I'm a conqueror of chronic depression and I build robots.

I was born in El Salvador, Central America. I am survivor of child abuse, rape, domestic violence, and depression. Every day is a gift! I want to help others overcome the challenges that I have faced through my own experience.

I'm 38 and have a son with autism and we work hard. I lost my first husband in a car accident and am now remarried. I also have to deal with panic, anxiety, agoraphobia depression and more hare to believe I'm functional.

By the time I was forty, chronic depression had left me without a job, friends or reason to live. Because I was too till to work, I took a few classes in College. Clay opened up new avenues of joy and poetry gave me a way to express my pain. Writings and creating makes

My depression and OCD went undiagnosed for over 30 years. Through therapy (professional and non professional) I've come to terms with my past and learned the answers to so many unanswered questions. My life has a renewed meaning. It is never too late.

First published work was 'Whistleblowing Heroes-boon or burden? published in the Bulletin of Medical Ethics 170 Aug. 2001 In 2007 in Medical Hypothesis 'Depression and the causal role of specific memory system degenerations.

Michelle Tackabery has been blogging for four years professionally and personally about PTSD, depression, drug and product recalls, and NC State basketball.

I was born and raised in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania; located approximately two hours from both New York City and Philadelphia. I am a passionate sportsfan, and speaker based on my experiences in missions and my bout with depression.