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Antidote for HopeJoshua R. Petty, PMHNP-BC
Care · Specialties

Depression

Persistent low mood, loss of interest, and the exhaustion underneath it.

Depression is often described as sadness, but most people describe it as flatness — the things that used to matter stop registering. Care aims at getting your energy, interest and self-regard back, not just moving a score on a questionnaire.

How care usually works

We review your history, prior medications and what actually happened on them — including the ones that were stopped and why. Treatment is chosen with you, monitored closely in the first weeks, and adjusted honestly if it isn't working.

What we focus on

  • Diagnostic clarity, including bipolar screening before antidepressants
  • Medication management and side-effect tracking
  • Behavioral activation between visits
  • Safety planning when thoughts get dark

Let's start with a conversation

Virtual appointments, evenings and weekends included. Send a request and you'll hear back with available times.

Medical Disclaimer

If you or someone you know is in crisis, call 988 or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). For a life-threatening emergency, dial 911. This site is not monitored and is not a substitute for emergency care.

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Some listed indications involve investigational/off-label use.