Depression Treatment

Depression Treatment in
New Jersey

Tele-Evaluation to Medication Management

Depression is a common mental health condition that affects how you feel, think, and function each day. Symptoms may include ongoing sadness, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and a lack of interest in daily activities.

Capital Psychiatry Group provides trusted depression treatment in New Jersey, specializing in expert evaluation and medication management designed to restore emotional balance and support your mental health.

Hope Still Lives Here, Let’s Find It Together

Depression slows energy, disrupts sleep, and clouds your ability to think clearly or feel joy. It’s not your weakness; it’s a real medical condition that impacts over 1 in 5 adults in the U.S.

The licensed professionals of Capital Psychiatry Group take time to understand how depression impacts your life, whether it’s loss of interest or persistent sadness. We work closely with you to build a personalized care plan that helps you feel grounded, functional, and supported again, with science-backed telepsychiatry you can trust.

Common Types of Depression Disorders

Understanding the type of depression you’re experiencing can help guide effective treatment. The most common types of depression include:

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Marked by persistent sadness and a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed.

Persistent Depressive Disorder

A chronic low mood lasting two years or longer, often with milder but long-term symptoms.

Bipolar Depression

Episodes of deep depression that alternate with periods of elevated or irritable mood (mania or hypomania).

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Depression linked to changes in seasons, most commonly emerging in late fall or winter.

Postpartum Depression

Develops after childbirth, often connected to hormonal shifts, emotional stress, and fatigue.

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)

Defined by severe mood swings, depression, and irritability during the premenstrual phase.

Situational Depression

Triggered by specific life events such as grief, trauma, or major changes, usually short-term but impactful.

Symptoms and Impact of Depression

Major depressive disorder symptoms can appear differently depending on age and gender. Its symptoms in women may include increased anxiety and guilt, while in men, it might present as irritability or anger issues.

Both clinical depression and physical symptoms of depression can significantly impact daily functioning and relationships. Recognizing the symptoms is the first step in getting help. Common signs include:

Irritability or agitation
Moving or speaking more slowly than usual
Physical aches or pains without a clear cause
Feeling hopeless or helpless
Crying spells without a clear reason
Social withdrawal or avoiding interactions

Trouble making decisions or remembering details
Feeling emotionally numb or detached
Reduced sex drive or intimacy avoidance
Self-harming behaviors or urges
Lack of motivation for daily tasks
Low self-esteem or persistent self-criticism

Irritability or agitation
Feeling hopeless or helpless
Physical aches or pains without a clear cause
Social withdrawal or avoiding interactions
Trouble making decisions or remembering details
Moving or speaking more slowly than usual

Self-harming behaviors or urges
Lack of motivation for daily tasks
Feeling emotionally numb or detached
Crying spells without a clear reason
Reduced sex drive or intimacy avoidance
Low self-esteem or persistent self-criticism

Symptoms and Impact of Depression

Irritability or agitation

Moving or speaking more slowly than usual

Physical aches or pains without a clear cause

Feeling hopeless or helpless

Crying spells without a clear reason

Social withdrawal or avoiding interactions

Trouble making decisions or remembering details

Feeling emotionally numb or detached

Reduced sex drive or intimacy avoidance

Self-harming behaviors or urges

Lack of motivation for daily tasks

Low self-esteem or persistent self-criticism

How is Depression Diagnosed?

A formal diagnosis starts with a comprehensive evaluation by a licensed mental health professional, focusing on your symptoms, history, care plan, and overall functioning.

We evaluate your emotional symptoms, behavior patterns, and mood changes.
Discuss your personal and family mental health history.
CPG providers use standardized screening tools like PHQ‑9 to assess severity.
Our psychiatrist rules out other medical conditions through expert clinical insights and expert care.
We understand how symptoms affect your daily life, work, relationships, and more.
Compare findings with DSM‑5 clinical criteria for depressive disorders.
Last but not least, we build a personalized treatment plan tailored to your goals and lifestyle.

Why Choose Capital Psychiatry Group for Depression Care

Capital Psychiatry Group stands out for its commitment to accessible, expert mental health care in New Jersey. People trust us because:

Even the Heaviest Feelings Deserve Light

Depression doesn’t always look like sadness; sometimes it’s silence, stillness, or just getting through the day. At Capital Psychiatry Group, we meet you there, with gentle voices and clinical expertise that understand what words can’t always say. From living room silence to 2 a.m. spirals, our psychiatrists are just a screen away, across New Jersey, through secure and same-day video sessions.

Locations We Serve Across New Jersey

We offer accessible telepsychiatry services for depression throughout New Jersey, serving communities like Ewing, Hamilton Township, Brick Township, Matawan, Neptune, Toms River, and Elizabeth. No matter where you are in New Jersey, expert depression care is just a call or click away. Capital Psychiatry Group’s personalized and confidential treatment plan is always within reach from the comfort of home.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does insurance cover online depression treatment?

Yes, most major insurance plans cover online treatment. Our team will help verify your benefits before your first visit.

Can I receive depression medication through virtual visits?

Yes. Prescriptions are issued after a thorough evaluation by a licensed psychiatrist and managed through telepsychiatry.

How do I schedule an appointment?

Appointments can be made online or by phone. For your convenience, we also offer same-day availability.

Are telehealth sessions private and secure?

All virtual visits are conducted through HIPAA-compliant platforms to ensure confidentiality and safety.

Do you treat different types of depression?

Yes, our providers are trained to diagnose and treat various types of depression, from MDD to postpartum depression.

Depression Treatment