Depression

We understand that depression looks different for everyone and that for many people, traditional treatments may not have worked. That’s why we’ve built a model designed to uncover the underlying factors contributing to your symptoms and guide you toward the right treatment, at the right time. At Salma Health, we treat multiple forms of depression, from mild to severe, including:

• Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
• Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)
• Perinatal and Postpartum Depression (PPD) 
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
• Depression with Anxiety
• Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
• Bipolar Depression
• Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD)
• Adjustment Disorders

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Common Symptoms

While depression shows up differently for each person, common symptoms may include:

• Persistent sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness
• Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed
• Changes in appetite or weight
• Sleep difficulties (insomnia or oversleeping)
• Fatigue or lack of energy
• Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
• Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or failure
• Physical pain without a clear cause
• Thoughts of death, self-harm, or suicide

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Our Diagnostic Process

Every care journey at Salma Health begins with a comprehensive evaluation. We don’t believe in cookie-cutter approaches, we take the time to understand your full story so we can tailor the right plan for you. Our diagnostic process combines clinical expertise with advanced assessment tools to evaluate brain function and identify the factors that may be affecting your brain health.

Comprehensive Evaluation
Your first visit is an in-depth, structured session designed to understand your symptoms and experiences. During this evaluation, our clinicians review your medical and mental health history, family background, daily functioning and current challenges. We take a whole-person approach, looking at the full picture of your health to guide the best next steps in your care.

Screening Tools
We use validated, evidence-based tools such as the PHQ-9, GAD-7, and other structured questionnaires to assess the severity of depression, anxiety and related symptoms. These tools also help us track your progress throughout treatment, ensuring that every step forward is measured and meaningful.

Advanced Diagnostics
‍When appropriate, your clinician may recommend additional assessments to deepen understanding and guide precision treatment. Together, these insights allow us to move beyond trial-and-error and design care that’s truly individualized. These may include:

• Neurocognitive testing to evaluate attention, memory and processing speed
• EEG and qEEG to study brainwave patterns associated with mood and cognition
• Lab work to assess potential medical causes or contributors, such as inflammation, hormones, or nutrient deficiencies
  
• Standardized psychological testing to assess patterns of thought, behavior and emotional functioning to better understand strengths, challenges and mental health needs

Behavioral and Cognitive Observations
‍Throughout your evaluation, we observe emotional expression, speech, and behavior patterns, subtle indicators that help us understand how depression manifests for you. These clinical observations complement quantitative data, rounding out the full picture of your brain health.

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Treatment Options

There’s no single path to recovery. Depression care works best when it’s personalized, flexible and grounded in evidence. At Salma Health, we combine proven approaches with newer, science-backed therapies to create a comprehensive care toolkit, tailored to each person’s needs and experiences.

Neuromodulation and interventional care

• SAINT® (Stanford Accelerated Intelligent Neuromodulation Therapy) - the most advanced, FDA-cleared form of TMS, shown to achieve rapid and durable remission in treatment-resistant depression.
• Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) - a noninvasive, medication-free therapy that stimulates targeted brain regions involved in mood regulation
• SPRAVATO® (esketamine nasal spray) - fast-acting treatment for adults with major depressive disorder who haven’t found relief from traditional antidepressants
• ‍Clinical Trials - opportunities to access emerging therapies and contribute to research that’s shaping the future of brain healthcare

Therapy, medication and lifestyle care

• Psychotherapy
• Medication management
• Lifestyle interventions
• Telehealth access

Our care doesn’t end when symptoms improve - we partner with you to maintain progress, prevent relapse and strengthen your overall resilience.

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Why Choose Salma Health? 

We’ve reimagined how depression care should feel: integrated, proactive and personal.

Personalized care plans
Every treatment plan is tailored to your unique biology, history and goals—not a one-size-fits-all approach.

Integrated clinical team
Psychiatrists, neurologists, therapists, specialists and care coordinators work together to ensure no piece of your care happens in isolation.

Precision diagnostics
We use advanced tools to understand your brain, not just your symptoms, helping us match you to the right interventions faster.

Whole-person focus
We address the mind-body connection, emphasizing emotional, physical and cognitive wellbeing.‍

Ongoing partnership
Care doesn’t stop after one visit. We monitor outcomes and adapt your plan over time as your needs evolve.