Do you feel weighed down in your daily life, or overwhelmed by a sense of negativity? Are you trapped in a cycle of low motivation or a lack of joy? Have you experienced hopelessness, persistent low self-esteem, or questioned if life is worth living?

Depression affects millions of people, and is common in pilots.

Through a combination of lifestyle changes, psychotherapy, and medications, aviators with depression can regain their motivation and joy.

Aviators receiving treatment for depression or with a history of depression can be approved for all classes of medical certification.

The FAA is likely to require an evaluation by a psychiatrist familiar with aviation standards. They will require that any medications you take are aviation-compliant.

An award-winning psychiatrist with over 10 years’ experience helping pilots, Dr. Nelsen has the expertise to help you as you seek medical clearance for depression and any medications you take for it, so that you can get back to flying, and rediscover a sense of meaning and happiness.