Depression Treatment for First Responders
If you're a first responder whose depression hasn't responded to medication, there are other options that work through different mechanisms.
Depression in first responders
Depression in first responders often looks different than it does in the general population. It may show up as irritability, emotional numbing, withdrawal from family, or a growing sense that nothing matters. It's not always sadness — sometimes it's the absence of feeling.
If you've tried one or more antidepressants without adequate relief, there's a clinical term for where you are: treatment-resistant depression. It's common, and there are treatments designed specifically for it.
Treatment options
- TMS — FDA-cleared, non-invasive, targets specific brain regions
- SAINT accelerated TMS — five-day protocol with fMRI targeting
- SPRAVATO (esketamine) — FDA-approved for treatment-resistant depression
- IV ketamine infusions — rapid-acting, for depression and suicidal ideation
- Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP)
- Trauma-informed psychotherapy
- Medication management
Your next step
Call (954) 827-9793 or verify your insurance.
Schedule a Free Phone Consultation
No commitment. We'll review your situation, answer your questions, and help you understand whether SAINT or another treatment is the right fit. One phone call — (954) 827-9793.