Behavioral Activation (BA)

BA is a therapy that has been shown to relieve or resolve symptoms of depression. This therapy will help you become more engaged with activities that can improve your mood.

BA will teach you ways to build personally rewarding daily activities, and ways to identify and achieve the things you value and enjoy in life. Sessions of BA are action-oriented, focused on problem-solving, and typically provided in 20 to 24 individual sessions. After participating in this treatment, you may experience:

• An increase in healthy behaviors and positive experiences, thoughts, and mood.

• The ability to turn overwhelming tasks into attainable achievements.

• Increased participation in hobbies and social events, including some that you may have enjoyed before your depression.

If you choose BA, you may be asked to:

• Develop a personalized plan to help you reconnect with the experiences you find rewarding.

• Engage with activities that may feel uncomfortable at first but will help you become more socially active.

To learn more about this therapy, speak with your mental health provider about your symptoms and treatment goals. Together, you can determine the treatment that best fits your needs.