Depression – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment at Las Almas
Depression increases the risk of other diseases such as chronic pain, cardiovascular diseases and anxiety disordersEarly and targeted treatment can be crucial.
Understanding Depression – Recognizing Symptoms
Depression is a serious mental illnessthat affects millions of people worldwide. Around one in four people will experience at least one depressive episode in their lifetime. This illness goes far beyond temporary depression and can have a serious impact on daily life.
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Depression is a serious mental illness that affects millions of people worldwide. It is estimated that around one in four people will experience at least one depressive episode in their lifetime. This is not just a run-of-the-mill low mood or a short-term bout of bad mood. Depression can have a profound impact on daily life, significantly affecting the way we think, feel and act, and drastically reducing the quality of life in the long term.
People with depression often experience a persistent depressed mood and a loss of enjoyment in activities that were previously important to them. In addition, there are sleep disorders, constant inner restlessness or a feeling of total exhaustion. Many sufferers complain of problems concentrating, difficulty making decisions and changes in appetite, which can lead to unwanted weight loss or gain. In addition, there are feelings of guilt or worthlessness, which put a massive strain on the self-image. In severe cases, suicidal thoughts or self-harm can occur.
Depression is not only a psychological burden, but also increases the risk of other health problems. Studies show that depression can significantly increase the likelihood of chronic pain, cardiovascular disease and anxiety disorders. For this reason, early and targeted treatment is crucial in order to positively influence the course of the disease and enable those affected to regain their quality of life.
Your path to healing – Las Almas helps
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Our innovative therapeutic approach against depression
Our therapy consists of a targeted combination of different procedures. ketamine infusion therapy provides rapid relief of depressive symptoms, while the repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) specifically activates certain brain regions. In combination with Hypnosis and EMDR trauma therapy Emotional blockages can be resolved and deeper causes can be addressed. With neurofeedback Patients learn to regulate their brain waves in a targeted manner in order to improve their emotional stability. This therapy is complemented by intensive psychotherapeutic supportthat promotes sustainable behavioral changes, as well as individually tailored exercise and sports therapythat supports neuroplasticity.
These procedures specifically intervene in brain function and activate self-healing powers that often cannot be achieved with conventional antidepressants. Our goal is not only to treat depression symptomatically, but to enable long-term healing.
The Treatment Process at Las Almas – 3 Steps to Healing
Our treatment is based on a holistic, evidence-based approach, which is individually tailored to each patient. The process includes three central steps that enable effective and sustainable improvement of symptoms.
Individual diagnostics & initial consultation
Intensive therapy & neuromodulation
aftercare & sustainable stabilization
Goal: A sustainable improvement so that you can once again take part in everyday life full of joy and energy!
Ketamine Therapy – Quick Help for Depression
Ketamine is one of the few substances that can immediately reduce suicidal thoughts. After just one infusion, many patients report a significant improvement in their symptoms. Ketamine promotes the brain's neuroplasticity and thus improves the ability to process new information and resolve emotional blockages.
In our clinic, ketamine therapy is carried out in combination with other procedures to maximize the long-term effect. psychotherapy and hypnosis Emotional traumas can be processed, while rTMS and neurofeedback specifically stabilize neuronal activity. In addition, HRV biofeedback used to optimize cardiovascular regulation and thus improve general well-being.
Our ketamine therapy is particularly suitable for patients with treatment-resistant depressionwhere conventional antidepressants have not shown sufficient effect. It offers quick and effective help for people with acute suicidal risk and is a gentle alternative to classic medication for postpartum depression Even with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders Ketamine can significantly improve emotional regulation.
Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)
Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is a modern, non-invasive treatment method that uses targeted magnetic pulses to correct depression-related changes in the brain. Studies show that stimulating specific brain areas can stabilize mood, improve motivation, and increase cognitive performance.
This method is from the FDA approved and scientifically based, making it one of the most effective alternatives to traditional drug therapy. It is particularly suitable for people who cannot tolerate antidepressants or who want to use drug-free treatment. Another advantage is that rTMS has no effect on breast milk and is therefore a safe treatment method for postpartum depression.
In combination with ketamine infusions and neurofeedback, the effect of rTMS can be enhanced particularly quickly and sustainably.
Neurofeedback & Biofeedback – Control over your own brain
Neurofeedback is an innovative method that allows patients to observe and regulate their brain activity in real time. Using special sensors, brain wave activity is recorded and reported back to the patient as visual or acoustic feedback. Through regular training, they can learn to specifically improve their mental resilience and emotional stability.
This technique is particularly effective for people who suffer from sleep disorders, chronic fatigue or anxiety disorders Neurofeedback can help reduce panic attacks, increase concentration and improve emotional regulation.
Therapy-Resistant Depression – Hope Through New Approaches
Patients who do not respond to conventional treatments are said to have treatment-resistant depression. This means that at least two different antidepressants have not shown sufficient effect over a long period of time.
In our centers in Berlin, Vienna and Palma, we offer specialized therapy approaches that can lead to significant improvement even in severe cases. Thanks to modern treatment methods such as ketamine infusions, rTMS and neurofeedback We achieve lasting therapeutic success for many patients.
Postpartum Depression – Help for Mothers
More than ten percent of all mothers suffer from postpartum depression after the birth of their child. This form of depression is particularly stressful because it not only affects the mother's emotional well-being, but can also make bonding with the child more difficult.
Affected women suffer from deep exhaustion, emotional emptiness and intense self-doubt. Many are afraid of not being able to cope with the demands of motherhood or of not being able to build an emotional connection with their child.
At Las Almas we rely on gentle, drug-free treatment with rTMS and hypnosiswhich can be used without any influence on breast milk.
Sleep Lab – Detect Depression & Sleep Disorders
Many people with depression suffer from sleep problems, which further exacerbate the symptoms. Our mobile sleep diagnostics enable a comprehensive analysis of the nightly recovery phases. By measuring breathing, heart rate, EEG and muscle tension, we can identify possible sleep disorders and treat them specifically.
