Depression isn’t just “feeling sad.”
It can feel like your energy has evaporated, interests have disappeared, or hope is impossible to find. Everyday tasks become overwhelming. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone – and there is help.
At Front Range Treatment Center (FRTC), we offer depression treatment grounded in evidence-based methods. While there are many approaches out there, we use only those supported by research – particularly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and, where appropriate, Behavioral Activation (BA), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and specialized options for teens and those needing treatment for anxiety or OCD treatment.
Why Choose FRTC for Depression Treatment?
We believe in treatments with proven results. With decades of research backing CBT and BA for mood disorders like depression, you can trust you’re getting the most effective care. If your depression overlaps with anxiety, OCD, or emotional dysregulation – especially in teens – we’re equipped to help with tailored, compassionate strategies like teen DBT or combined therapy models.
What Is Depression?
Depression can show up as:
- Persistent sadness, emptiness, or irritability
- Loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed
- Significant changes in sleep or appetite
- Fatigue or feeling physically slowed down
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt
- Thoughts of death or self-harm
Types of Depression We Treat:
- Major Depressive Disorder (MDD): Severe symptoms that significantly impact daily life
- Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD) (dysthymia): Milder but more chronic symptoms lasting two years or more
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Mood shifts related to seasonal changes, especially winter
- Postpartum Depression: Emotional struggles affecting new mothers.
When depressed, withdrawing from life can strengthen the isolation, deepening the depression. Our goal is to break that cycle.
What Does Treatment Look Like?
1. Assessment & Goal Setting
Treatment begins with a compassionate, thorough intake to understand your symptoms, history, and what matters most to you – whether that’s improving mood, reconnecting with loved ones, or gaining stability.
2. Evidence-Based Therapy
With CBT at the heart of our approach, your therapist helps you uncover links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. You’ll work toward specific goals – rather than just talking in circles. We track progress and adjust your plan as needed.
3. Behavioral Activation (BA):
This powerful method helps rebuild positive experiences when depression drains your drive. You’ll identify what you care about, schedule meaningful activities (even when you don’t feel like it), track how they affect your mood, and address what holds you back.
What to Expect Going Forward
- Structured sessions – focused and goal-driven
- Consistent support – tracking, feedback, homework that matters
- Compassionate personalization – therapy molds to your story, not the other way around
Results vary, but many clients begin seeing shifts in mood, motivation, and connection within just a few weeks.
Is This Right for You?
You don’t need a formal diagnosis to reach out – just a sense that something isn’t working and a desire for change. Whether your depression shows up as numbness, guilt, fatigue, or co-occurring anxiety or OCD symptoms, we offer clear, effective treatment that goes beyond relief – it’s about rebuilding life.
Ready to Get Started?
You don’t have to weather this alone. With structured therapy, true support, and a skilled team by your side, healing is possible. Let’s talk about how depression treatment might help you reclaim your life.
Contact us today to schedule your free phone consultation and take the first step toward a brighter tomorrow.
FAQs about Depression Treatment
Depression is more than feeling sad - it affects how you think, feel, and function daily. At Front Range Treatment Center, we use research-backed approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Behavioral Activation (BA) to treat depression. These therapies help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns, re-engage with life, and rebuild meaningful routines. If depression overlaps with anxiety or OCD, we adapt treatment accordingly. Our goal is not only to reduce symptoms but to help you feel like yourself again, with tools you can use in daily life.
If you’ve been feeling persistently sad, unmotivated, irritable, or numb, it might be more than just a tough week. People often seek depression treatment when their emotions start interfering with work, relationships, sleep, or self-esteem. You don’t need a formal diagnosis to reach out - if life feels heavier than it used to, support is available. Our therapists at FRTC can help assess what’s going on and tailor a plan based on your symptoms and goals, whether that’s emotional relief, clearer thinking, or reconnection.
At FRTC, we rely on evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Behavioral Activation (BA). CBT helps you challenge negative thought patterns and replace them with more balanced thinking. BA focuses on reintroducing enjoyable or meaningful activities into your life to improve mood. For clients with overlapping challenges. Each plan is customized to you.
Yes, absolutely. Many people who experience depression also struggle with anxiety or obsessive-compulsive symptoms. Our therapists are trained in flexible, integrative approaches that can address multiple concerns simultaneously. Whether it’s racing thoughts, compulsive behaviours, or social withdrawal, we tailor treatment to help you manage it all - not just one diagnosis at a time. If you're experiencing OCD, we may incorporate Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). For anxiety, CBT and mindfulness tools are especially effective.
Behavioral Activation (BA) is a structured, proven therapy for depression that focuses on increasing engagement with positive and meaningful activities. Depression often causes people to withdraw from life, which leads to fewer rewarding experiences - and more depression. BA helps break this cycle. Clients identify their values, schedule activities based on those values, and gradually rebuild a sense of accomplishment, connection, and enjoyment. It’s especially effective when motivation is low or when depression feels stuck in place.
Yes, we provide specialised depression treatment for teens. Teens often experience depression differently than adults - through irritability, school avoidance, or social withdrawal. We use age-appropriate CBT and DBT strategies to help teens build emotional resilience, improve communication, and learn how to cope with stress. Parents are also included in the process to ensure progress continues at home. Our goal is to help teens and families feel more connected and stable.
The length of depression treatment varies depending on the person. Many clients begin noticing improvement within 6 to 8 weeks of regular sessions, while deeper, more lasting changes often take several months. We don’t rush progress but instead focus on creating a supportive, structured process that works for your pace. Your therapist will review your goals regularly, adjusting strategies along the way.
That’s more common than you might think. If past therapy felt unstructured, unclear, or lacked direction, you might benefit from our evidence-based, skills-focused approach. At FRTC, our therapists use CBT and BA to help you make measurable changes - not just talk about feelings. We track progress, adjust the plan as needed, and offer practical tools you can use every day. If you’ve tried therapy before and still feel stuck, our structured approach could offer the shift you need.
Yes, we offer secure, HIPAA-compliant virtual therapy sessions for clients throughout Colorado. Whether you’re in Denver or a more rural area, our teletherapy option makes depression treatment more accessible. You’ll still receive the same high-quality care and structured plan - just from the comfort of your home. Many clients combine in-person and teletherapy options to suit their lifestyle. If you're not sure whether virtual sessions are a good fit, we're happy to talk through your options in a free consultation.
Getting started is simple. You can contact us by phone or fill out our consultation form online. We'll schedule a free 15-minute call to learn about your needs, answer your questions, and match you with a therapist who fits your goals. If we believe CBT, BA, DBT, or another approach is appropriate, we’ll guide you through the intake process. Whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, or a combination, we’re here to help, step by step.