Speak to people you respect for a referral. Interview the doctor yourself. Ask about their basic feelings on health issues important to you. Trust your instincts. If you don't feel it's a good match, keep looking.
Support groups can be an excellent source of information, including referrals.
What to expect from treatment Managing depression with medication may involve a good bit of fine tuning, especially in the beginning. Doctor and patient have to be able to communicate with each other and will need to see each other at regular intervals. Recovery is an uneven process. Most people begin to feel better within 4 to 6 weeks after beginning antidepressant therapy. It's important to know that all antidepressants can cause side effects.