The reality is that our minds are vulnerable to illness just like our bodies. Those who avoid seeking help because of the shame they feel only languish longer like the cripple at the pool of Bethesda. He needed help, but he was unwilling to accept any personal responsibility for helping himself. However, in addition to counseling, depending on the severity of the depression, medication may also be a treatment option. You can discuss this with your counselor, who could then refer you to a psychiatrist to prescribe and manage the necessary medication.
Relief is available for difficulties that plague our minds.
It is truly the wise that seek out the help, wisdom and counsel of those whom God has equipped to facilitate the healing of the mind. Jean has seven years of counseling experience and is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with Freedom Counseling Ministries of Palm Bay, Florida. FCM is a private Biblical counseling practice.