Lotus Recovery Treatment Center offers outpatient depression treatment for adults who need more support than weekly therapy. You can choose a partial hospitalization program (PHP), an intensive outpatient program (IOP) or an evening program. Each plan combines therapy, psychiatric care and practical coping skills.
As a depression treatment center for adults, we offer same day appointments. Most insurance is accepted.
What Is Depression?
Depression is a medical condition that causes a low mood or a loss of interest lasting two weeks or longer. It changes how you think, feel and handle daily life. It is not a sign of weakness, and willpower by itself does not make it go away.
Depression is also very treatable. The National Institute of Mental Health lists medication and talk therapy among the main treatments, which are the core of our program.
Major Depression, Dysthymia and Seasonal Depression Treatment
Our depression treatment program supports adults living with:
- Major depressive disorder: a persistent low mood or loss of interest that affects sleep, energy, appetite or focus.
- Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia): a milder low mood that lasts for two years or longer.
- Seasonal depression: a low mood that returns at the same time each year.
- Depression with anxiety or trauma: depression that shows up alongside anxiety, PTSD or past trauma.
- Depression with substance use: depression that occurs together with alcohol or drug use.
Common Symptoms of Depression in Adults
Depression looks different for everyone. Common signs include:
- Feeling sad, empty or hopeless most of the day
- Losing interest in things you used to enjoy
- Sleeping too much or too little
- Low energy or feeling slowed down
- Changes in appetite or weight
- Trouble focusing or making decisions
- Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
- Pulling away from friends or family
- Thoughts of death or suicide
If you are having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 or go to the nearest emergency room right away.
Signs Weekly Therapy Is No Longer Enough
Seek treatment for depression if symptoms last more than two weeks, keep getting worse or make it hard to work, study or care for yourself. You should also seek help if you are using alcohol or drugs to cope. Outpatient care is a strong fit when you need structure but can stay safely at home.
Therapy, Psychiatry and Skills Training for Depression
Your care starts with a full assessment. Your team then builds a treatment plan around your symptoms, history and goals.
01
Individual Therapy
One-on-one depression therapy sessions give you space to understand what is driving your depression. You set goals with your therapist, then track your progress together.
02
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT helps you spot negative thought patterns and replace them with more balanced ones. It is one of the most widely studied therapies for depression.
03
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DBT teaches skills for handling painful emotions, stress and relationships. You use these skills between sessions when symptoms flare up.
04
Group and Family Therapy
Group sessions ease isolation while you practice new skills with peers. Family therapy helps your loved ones understand depression so they can support you.
05
Psychiatry and Medication Management
A psychiatric evaluation helps decide whether antidepressant medication could help you. Our team monitors how you respond and adjusts your care when needed. Doctors are on call 24/7.
06
Mindfulness and Life Skills
Mindfulness helps you slow down negative thought spirals. Life skills work rebuilds healthy routines around sleep, activity and connection.
Depression IOP, PHP and Evening Treatment Options
You start at the level of care that fits your needs, then step down as your mood improves.
The partial hospitalization program (PHP) is our most structured option for when depression makes daily life very hard. Our intensive outpatient program for depression runs fewer hours than PHP, so you can keep working or studying. The evening program fits treatment around your job. When you are ready for less structure, the outpatient program (OP) gives you lighter ongoing support.
Virtual sessions are available for some programs.
When Depression and Drinking or Drug Use Overlap
Alcohol or drugs can feel like a way to numb depression, but they usually make symptoms worse. Lotus offers separate tracks for mental health and substance use. When you need help with both, our coordinated dual diagnosis treatment treats them at the same time.
Depression Treatment for Veterans and Service Members
Depression often follows the stress of service or the move back to civilian life. Our veteran and active duty military program offers depression care from a team that understands military life.
How to Start Outpatient Depression Treatment
Call our admissions team at (805) 856-6690. Someone answers 24/7. We verify your insurance for you, and most plans are accepted. A clinician then completes an assessment of your symptoms, history and goals. Same day appointments are available, so you can often begin your first session right away.
Talk to Our Admissions Team About Depression Care
Lotus Recovery Treatment Center offers outpatient depression treatment with day or evening options. We are DHCS licensed and Joint Commission accredited.
Our center is at 290 Conejo Ridge Ave, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361. Our depression program also serves clients from Westlake Village and Agoura Hills. Call (805) 856-6690 or verify your insurance to get started.
Depression Treatment FAQs
How long does an outpatient depression program last?
It depends on your needs. Many people spend a few weeks in PHP or IOP, then step down to a lighter level of care. Your team reviews your progress and adjusts your plan as you go.
Is outpatient treatment enough for severe depression?
For many people, yes. PHP gives you a high level of structure while you live at home. If you are at risk of harming yourself, a higher level of care may be needed first, so our team will talk through safe next steps with you.
Is medication management included in depression treatment?
Yes. Psychiatric evaluation and medication management are part of our depression treatment program whenever you need them.
Can I keep working during depression treatment?
Yes. Our IOP and evening program let you get treatment while you keep up with work, school or family.
What happens if depression comes back after treatment?
Depression can return, so planning for it is part of your care. You leave with an aftercare plan built around your needs. If symptoms come back, you can return for care at the level you need.
Does insurance cover depression treatment?
In most cases, yes. Lotus accepts most insurance plans. Your coverage depends on your plan, so our team verifies your benefits before you start.