Depression Treatment in Utah (Ages 12+)
Dynamic Psychiatry and Wellness provides depression care for adolescents age 12 and older and adults, including therapy and medication management.
Start with a psychiatric evaluation for diagnosis or medication care. You can request therapy directly. Not sure? Start psychiatric care.
Advanced treatment options require a separate assessment. Insurance coverage depends on your plan, provider and service; Molina is not accepted.
What Is Depression?
Depression is more than temporary sadness. It can affect mood, motivation, sleep, appetite, concentration and daily functioning.
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Persistent low mood
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Loss of interest or pleasure
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Fatigue
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Changes in sleep or appetite
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Difficulty concentrating
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Feelings of hopelessness
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Irritability
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Suicidal thoughts
Symptoms can range from mild and persistent to severe. An assessment helps clarify what is contributing to them.
Types of Depression We Treat
We provide care for:
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Major depressive disorder
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Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia)
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Depression associated with trauma
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Depression co-occurring with anxiety, OCD, ADHD or substance use
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Sleep problems associated with depression
For persistent anxiety, see treatment-resistant anxiety.
Therapy for Depression
Our therapy approach is structured and tailored to your symptoms, history and goals.
Therapy can explore trauma history, family and relationship dynamics, thought patterns, relational conflict, and identity or developmental factors.
Approaches may include Family Systems Therapy, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) or psychodynamic therapy.
Related care includes impulse-control concerns or personality disorders.
All therapists participate in our structured Master Therapy Training Program.
Medication Management for Depression
Medication care begins with a psychiatric evaluation. Our medication management team reviews symptoms, health history, prior medication response and potential side effects.
Options may include SSRIs, SNRIs, atypical antidepressants or mood stabilizers when appropriate. Choices depend on the diagnosis, age and individual clinical needs.
Treatment may involve medication, therapy or both, with follow-up to review benefits and side effects.
Reviewing Other Health Contributors
When indicated, a separate wellness review can explore medical or hormonal concerns affecting mood. Wellness care is separate and is not required for psychiatric treatment.
When depression persists, we review the diagnosis and prior care before considering advanced treatment options. Treatment-resistant depression generally means inadequate improvement after at least two antidepressant trials.
After a separate assessment, Lehi options may include Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) or IV ketamine therapy.
IV ketamine for depression is off-label; ketamine is not FDA-approved for psychiatric disorders. Treatment is in-office in a controlled medical setting in Lehi.
We do not provide Spravato (esketamine nasal spray).
Postpartum Depression Treatment
We provide structured treatment for postpartum depression.
Postpartum depression may involve persistent sadness, anxiety, irritability, guilt, sleep disruption beyond usual newborn patterns or difficulty bonding.
Treatment may include therapy, medication management when appropriate, and coordinated care planning.
Our clinicians are trained in trauma-informed and systems-based approaches that address emotional and relational dynamics during the postpartum period.
Telehealth Depression Treatment Across Utah
Most depression treatment services are available statewide via secure telehealth when clinically appropriate. In-person care is available in Lehi and South Jordan, Utah.
IV ketamine and TMS are available in person at our Lehi location following a separate assessment.
Depression Treatment for Adolescents and Adults
We treat adolescents age 12 and older and adults. Plans are individualized based on symptom severity, duration, co-occurring conditions and prior treatment history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you accept insurance for depression treatment?
We accept many major insurance plans, excluding Molina. Confirm coverage for your plan, provider and service before scheduling.
Do you treat depression in teenagers?
Yes, adolescents age 12 and older. Treatment options are individualized.
What if medication has not worked for me?
After reviewing your diagnosis and prior care, TMS or off-label IV ketamine may be considered through a separate Lehi assessment. We do not provide Spravato.
Is telehealth available?
Most depression services are available throughout Utah via secure telehealth when clinically appropriate. TMS and IV ketamine are provided in person in Lehi.
What is treatment-resistant depression?
It generally means inadequate improvement after at least two antidepressant trials. A clinician reviews the diagnosis and treatment history.
Can medical or hormonal changes affect mood?
Thyroid conditions can mimic depression; hormonal changes may contribute to mood symptoms. Assessment considers symptoms and history. Hormone care is not a general depression treatment. All wellness services are available via telehealth throughout Utah; InBody measurements require an in-person visit.
Start with a psychiatric evaluation for diagnosis or medication care. You can request therapy directly. Not sure? Start psychiatric care.
Call or text 801-349-2480.