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Extremely Heartbroken

We are deeply saddened today by the news, that our wonderful receptionist Jan, lost her battle with cancer and passed away. Please continue to pray for her family and friends as they go through this extremely difficult time.

As some may know, she was very optimistic about getting better and beating it, so this has taken us all by surprise. We ask that you please be patient with us, as we go down the path of learning all that she did for us, that came so natural for her and her beautiful personality.

SHE WILL BE FOREVER MISSED!

Also, as a heads up (starting JAN 1st 2025) Dr. Ray will only be seeing clients by way of TeleHealth video communications. Hopefully this gives everyone enough time to find alternate care if TeleHealth is not the form of contact they feel they need.

Thank you for understanding.
Dr. Ray Smith

Depression Signs

By the Reverend Dr. Ray Wm. Smith,
National Board-Certified Counselor and Coach

Suggested Reading

Signs of Depression:

If you (or people close to you) have been experiencing a few of the signs of depression most of the day, about every day, for two weeks or longer, you may suffer from depression:

  • Persistent sad, anxious, or “empty” mood
  • Feelings of hopelessness, or pessimism
  • Irritability
  • Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness
  • Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities you used to enjoy
  • Decreased energy or fatigue even after sleeping
  • Moving or talking more slowly lately
  • Feeling restless or having trouble sitting still
  • Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
  • Difficulty sleeping, early-morning awakening, or oversleeping
  • Appetite and/or weight changes
  • Thoughts of death or suicide, or suicide attempts
  • Aches or pains, headaches, cramps, or digestive problems without a clear physical cause and/or that do not ease even with treatment

Depression can be a severe mood disorder affecting how you feel, think, and handle the activities of daily living, like sleeping, eating, or going to work.

Depression can manifest in several different forms and most of them or highly treatable.

To investigate your level of depression, please make an appointment for a complete evaluation by calling the Healthy Counseling Center for help at (509) 466-6632.

 

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