For some teens, they overcome their depression quickly, and for others, it takes years to overcome. In fact, some people never conquer their depression. While I am not a licensed counselor, physician, or psychiatrist, I do know that some types of depression can be treated with medicine, and other types cannot. Sometimes it is necessary to talk to a counselor to overcome depression. If you are depressed, then you should talk with your parents, a school counselor, or your youth pastor about seeing a professional counselor.
Many teens are scared to see a counselor for fear of being singled out as weak.
This simply is not true. Many people see counselors, and many counselors even seek help from other counselors. I have seen a counselor several times, and I am never hesitant to recommend to others that they see a counselor as well. Counselors cannot solve your problems, nor can they give you all the answers. Good counselors are good listeners and help you to find the answers for yourself.