Depression Treatment in North Bethesda, MD

If you’re feeling stuck, hopeless, or just not like yourself, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to go through it alone. At Bright Horizons Psychiatry, we help adults facing depression find real relief through personalized care and proven treatments like medication, TMS, and Spravato®.

Your Journey Out of Depression Starts Here

Depression isn’t just sadness—it’s a medical condition that can affect how you think, feel, sleep, and live. For many people, it can feel like a fog that doesn’t lift. Even simple things like getting out of bed or answering a text can feel exhausting.

At Bright Horizons Psychiatry, we take depression seriously. We don’t just write prescriptions and send you on your way. We work with you to understand your symptoms, uncover root causes, and build a treatment plan that fits you—not a checklist.

Understanding Depression

Depression is more than feeling down or having a rough week. It’s a persistent condition that can affect your mind and body in ways that aren’t always obvious.

Common symptoms include:

If this sounds familiar, know that it’s not your fault. Depression is real, and it’s treatable.

What Causes Depression?

There’s no single cause of depression. It often comes from a mix of life experiences, genetics, brain chemistry, and stress. For some, it’s triggered by major life events like:

And sometimes, it just appears—without a clear reason. What’s important is getting the right help, no matter the cause.

How We Treat Depression

At Bright Horizons Psychiatry, we offer a full spectrum of care for depression—starting with thoughtful evaluations and continuing with ongoing support. We initially offer patients antidepressant medications. Most people start with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) medication, which boosts neurotransmitter levels. If these don’t work for you, tricyclic antidepressants or monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) might.

The sooner you seek help from Bright Horizons Psychiatry, the easier it is to recover from depression. Call the office or book an appointment online today.

TMS Therapy

Targets the parts of your brain linked to depression using gentle magnetic pulses—ideal if medications haven’t worked. Learn More

IM Ketamine

Rapid relief for severe or treatment-resistant depression, often helping reduce symptoms in just a few sessions. Learn More

Medication Management

Medication Management We use targeted medications to help reduce obsessive thoughts and ease the urge to perform compulsions. Learn More

Telehealth Appointments

Secure video sessions that make staying consistent with your depression treatment easier and more flexible. Learn More

Take the First Step toward Feeling Better

You’re not alone. We’re here to help, with real care that works.
Let’s talk. Even one conversation can change things.

Or visit us at:

6000 Executive Blvd # 101 Rockville, MD 20852