Major
Depression
From first episode to recurrent and chronic. Depression is not a character flaw — it is a neurobiological condition with highly effective treatments. Dr. Farkas's 60–90 minute evaluations ensure nothing is missed before treatment begins.
What is Major?
From first episode to recurrent and chronic. Depression is not a character flaw — it is a neurobiological condition with highly effective treatments. Dr. Farkas's 60–90 minute evaluations ensure nothing is missed before treatment begins.
Dr. Farkas brings a rare combination of MD/PhD neuroscience training, NIH research center experience, and clinical expertise to the evaluation and treatment of major depression. Her 60–90 minute new patient evaluations are designed to understand your full picture — medical history, prior treatments, contributing factors — before any treatment begins.
Effective treatment requires accurate diagnosis. Dr. Farkas's rigorous diagnostic approach ensures the right condition is identified and treated — not just the most common one that looks similar.
Common presentations
How Dr. Farkas treats
Major Depression
Evidence-based, neurobiologically-informed care. The treatment plan is built around your specific situation — not a protocol template.
What to expect from
your first appointment
A new patient evaluation with Dr. Farkas is 60–90 minutes — not a rushed intake. It covers your full psychiatric and medical history, prior diagnoses, all medications tried, and what has or hasn't worked. You'll leave with a clear diagnosis, a treatment plan you understand and agree with, and a follow-up already scheduled.
Telehealth is available throughout South Carolina, New York, and Virginia. In-person appointments are available at our Hilton Head Island, SC office.
Ready for a real evaluation
of Major?
60–90 minutes. Expert diagnosis. A treatment plan built around your specific situation.