I have seen first hand how debilitating depression can be. I have watched friends, family, loved ones, and others struggle and suffer from this devestating disease. I have also witnessed people, trying to help, attemp to use personal development tactics in efforts to "snap" someone out of depression.
I applaud anyone who has the desire to help someone suffering from deppression! However, there are many different forms, levels, and types of depression and while some tactics may work for some, the same tactics could be deadly for others.
It can be very difficult for a depressed mind to even care about personal development, let alone see clearly enough to acknowledge any sort of benefit from said tactics. Instead, the suggestion of some personal development tactics can be received as being dismissive toward a depressed person's sufferings.
This is not to say that personal development tactics do not work. They can be very useful! I'm just saying that there may be a whole lot more involved in the healing process. Without proper knowledge, understanding, commitment, etc. of a person's level/type/form of depression common tactics that are used on a "normal" mind could have adverse effects on a depressed mind.
The psyche, in my opinion, is extremely powerful, delicate, and complicated. This is why there are trained professionals who study the psyche and depression and all it entails.
Which brings me to today's feauture, for "Feature a small business owner/entrepreneur Friday" Robyn Hill!
Robyn Hill is an independently licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC), issued by the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. She studied at Ashland Theological Seminary, where Robyn obtained a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Pastoral Counseling. Robyn currently runs her own private practice in Beachwood, Ohio, Robyn C. Hill Counseling & Professional Development Services, where she provides culturally and spiritually sensitive counseling and workshops specializing in depression, anxiety, and trauma recovery. She also owns the internet radio station ElevationsRadio.com, a 24/7 positive and uplifting station for talk and music, where she hosts her own talk show, “Mind Healing Conversations.”
Additionally, Robyn Hill has also authored books to educate on developing coping skills to improve emotional wellness. These books can be found on Amazon, Nook, and Kindle.
“A Healing Conversation: Beginning Steps Towards Dealing With A Painful Past”
“Refresh! A Therapeutic Devotional”
If you or someone you know is suffering from depression, anxiety, and/or trauma, please reach out to Robyn for help!!!
Disclaimer: The information in this article is based solely on my own opinion and is in no way an expression of fact nor the opinion of Robyn Hill, LPCC. Furthermore, the only aspect of this article that is directly or indirecly affiliated with Robyn Hill, LPCC is the bio section and photograph of Robyn Hill, LPCC.