Evidence-based depression treatment through our PHP and IOP programs. Individualized care from licensed clinicians in a supportive, family-style environment.
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Depression exists on a spectrum, and recognizing where someone falls on that spectrum is the first step toward getting help.
Mild In its early stages, depression may look like persistent sadness or a low mood that lasts most of the day, a noticeable loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed, or changes in sleep patterns such as insomnia or sleeping too much. You might find yourself withdrawing from social situations, or noticing that everyday tasks feel heavier than they used to.
Moderate As depression deepens, the signs become harder to ignore. Difficulty concentrating, making decisions, or completing tasks at work and home is common. Relationships suffer. You may find yourself feeling hopeless about the future or worthless as a person, experiencing significant changes in appetite or weight, or feeling physically drained despite adequate rest.
Severe At this stage, the body and brain are deeply affected. Persistent feelings of emptiness, guilt, or hopelessness dominate daily life. Physical symptoms intensify: chronic fatigue, unexplained aches and pains, and significant sleep disruption. Thoughts of death or suicide may emerge, and the inability to function normally feels overwhelming.
If you or a loved one is experiencing any of these signs at any severity level, help is available. Healing begins with a single step.
Most clients begin treatment within 24–48 hours. Call now for a free, confidential consultation.
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Our most intensive level of care. Full-day structured programming with group therapy, individual sessions, medication management for depression, and daily lunch.
PHP Details →Step-down from PHP. 3.5-hour sessions with flexible scheduling — morning, afternoon, or evening tracks to fit your life and responsibilities.
IOP Details →IOP-level intensity during evening hours. Designed for working professionals who need treatment without disrupting their career.
Evening Track →Ongoing support after completing PHP or IOP. Individual therapy and one group session weekly with your assigned clinician.
OP Details →All program levels available virtually. Participate from home or mix in-person and virtual sessions to fit your life.
Telehealth →On-site Nurse Practitioner manages antidepressant medications including SSRIs and SNRIs. Medication combined with therapy for comprehensive depression care.
Medication Details →Every recovery is unique. Here’s a general framework for what to expect as each phase builds on the last — like stones stacking toward strength.
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Our staff combines professional credentials with lived recovery experience. Click to learn more.
Oversees all clinical operations and treatment planning. Specializes in evidence-based approaches for depression and mood disorders.
10+ years treating depression and mood disorders. Leads group therapy and individual counseling sessions with compassion and expertise.
Manages antidepressant medications including SSRIs and SNRIs. Evaluates all PHP clients within 24 hours.
Coordinates life skills training, employment support, housing referrals, and aftercare planning.
A comfortable, home-like environment designed to support your recovery.
Multiple dedicated spaces for different therapeutic modalities.
Quiet space for breathwork, yoga, and mindfulness.
Calm decompression space when you need a moment.
Ping pong, foosball, and Xbox for fellowship.
Fresh air, walks, and social space between sessions.
Lunch for PHP clients, snacks and coffee for all.
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Supporting someone through depression is one of the hardest things a family can do. These evidence-based steps can help you take care of both yourself and your loved one.
Depression is a medical condition that affects brain chemistry — not a personal weakness or character flaw. Understanding the clinical nature of depression helps you respond with compassion rather than frustration.
Communicate limits with compassion: “I love you, and I want to support your healing while also taking care of myself.” Follow through consistently.
Saying things like “just cheer up” or “you have nothing to be sad about” minimizes their experience. Depression is not a choice. Validate their feelings and encourage professional help without judgment.
Trailhead offers individual family therapy sessions and monthly Zoom education groups covering family dynamics, supporting a loved one with depression, and mental health education. Open to family members 18+.
Your wellbeing matters. Consider therapy for yourself, join a support group like NAMI Family-to-Family, and maintain your own routines and social connections.
Use “I” statements: “I’ve noticed you seem to be struggling, and I care about you.” Choose a calm, private moment and offer specific help rather than vague advice.
Our family support program is open to all family members 18+, past and present clients.
Call for Family SupportIt’s common for people struggling with depression to resist treatment. Here’s how to respond effectively.
If there’s immediate danger — suicidal thoughts, self-harm, or risk of harm — call 911 or the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Call (857) 312-1697Our family support program provides education and community for anyone affected by a loved one’s depression.
Topics include understanding depression, family communication, mental health education, and building a recovery-supportive home.
Trailhead Treatment Center is located in the medical and behavioral health corridor of Salem, New Hampshire. We provide depression treatment for adults throughout greater New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts.
Conveniently accessible via I-93 and Route 28. Dually licensed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Your recovery begins with a single phone call. We’ll handle the rest.
