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Online Ketamine Treatment Available in: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, NY, OR, TX, and WA.
Have you ever felt like you were just going through the motions — showing up to work, keeping up appearances, but inside, something feels off?
Maybe you've lost motivation. Maybe your mind feels clouded with worry. Or maybe you can’t quite name what’s going on, but you know you're not thriving.
At Isha Health, we meet a lot of people who feel this way. That’s why we created a quick, private check-in using two tools trusted by clinicians around the world: the GAD-7 and the PHQ-9.
These tools won’t diagnose you. But they can shine a light on what’s been hard to name — and help you understand if what you’re feeling might be more than just a rough week.
Let’s break down what these tools are, how they work, and what to do with the results.
The Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) is a 7-question screening tool developed by mental health experts to assess symptoms of generalized anxiety. It focuses on how often you've experienced symptoms like:
You respond based on how often you’ve experienced each symptom in the past two weeks. Each item is scored from 0 (not at all) to 3 (nearly every day), and your total score ranges from 0 to 21.
ScoreMeaning0–4Minimal or no anxiety — you're likely coping well with stress right now.5–9Mild anxiety — some worries or tension, but not necessarily interfering with daily life.10–14Moderate anxiety — these symptoms may be starting to affect your ability to focus or enjoy things.15–21Severe anxiety — it's likely that anxiety is making everyday life difficult, and professional support can help.
The Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) is a 9-question tool used to screen for depressive symptoms — including sadness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and thoughts of hopelessness.
Like GAD-7, it asks how often you’ve experienced each symptom in the past two weeks, using the same 0–3 scale. The final item also asks about thoughts of self-harm, which should always be taken seriously.
Your total PHQ-9 score ranges from 0 to 27.
ScoreMeaning0–4Minimal or no depression — occasional low mood, but no major concerns.5–9Mild depression — some symptoms, but usually manageable. Still worth paying attention to.10–14Moderate depression — symptoms are likely noticeable and may impact work or relationships.15–19Moderately severe depression — significant emotional pain. Treatment is likely needed.20–27Severe depression — symptoms are very likely interfering with daily life. It's time to get support.
These screeners are used by doctors, therapists, and researchers around the world for a reason — they’re simple, fast, and reliable.
At Isha Health, we use them for something even more powerful: helping people name their experience when they’re not sure what they’re feeling.
You might be:
These tools provide clarity without judgment — and that’s a good place to begin healing.
Your score isn’t a label. It’s not a diagnosis. It’s a starting point.
Depending on your results, here are some paths you might consider:
That’s a great sign — but don’t stop here. You might still benefit from:
This is a signal that your nervous system might be under stress. You might benefit from:
Please don’t ignore this. You’re not weak, broken, or failing. You’re having a human experience — and there are people trained to help.
We recommend:
If you’re experiencing thoughts of self-harm or hopelessness, please don’t wait. Call or text 988 in the U.S. to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
We know that for many people, traditional therapy and medications haven’t worked. That’s why we focus on transformative mental health care that blends:
Whether you’re new to mental health care or you’ve tried “everything,” we’re here to help you move forward with clarity and compassion.
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