What makes you feel that you might be clinically depressed?
I'm not a doctor, so maybe it would be wise to seek out a medical opinion.
I know this isn't the answer to your question, but depression takes on many forms and it can be really serious so getting proper medical attention is really the best option despite what you may or maynot have experienced in your own professional life. There are good therapists and good doctors out there and you have to educate yourself and learn to advocate for what you need or get others to do this for you if you cannot.
Hope you feel better and that this helps.

i sent you a hug but ill just answer on here. when i first started my journey called depression(pretty deep huh) i was ashamed of my illness. i didnt seek help to it was to late and i treid to end it you r ahead of the game by asking for help. those doctors r really there to help and the help you get will make you feel better. its better to feel this way now then in a hospital. just try to talk it out with your doctor and get the answers you need such as meds and group meetings

The best thing to do is see a doctor. Curlygirl said it all perfectly.

Jules, I thought you went to bed...?

And Chuckm, you're right on too... I spent years pretending that my irrational outbursts were just part of being an artistic tempermemt. Talk about denial....I think that was my middle name!

Thanks guys! I just don't know what to say once I get there..

Thanks guys! I just don't know what to say once I get there..

tell them everythiong on how you feel. def not the first time they have heard it and they will be able to help you the more you tell them how to help

Shoot, I never brought it up to my doctors, matter of fact, they insisted I was depressed. And, I denied it, but Doctor, I am not sad! But, doctor, things are going good in my life right now? But, doctor, but doctor...

You have an advantage, you use to work in a mental health clinic.You know what you need to do. Perhaps, you May want to go to your GP first, or go to a clinic you never worked at? In the neighboring town?

Depression does not take away your human rights, you don't have to disclose to anyone that you have depression outside of a doctor of your choice.

If you forget what you wish to say, then write yourself a list of items or even a few paragraphs to help you out. I know I don't always remember what I need to say when I'm with the pro's or the MD's and don't let anyone rush you. Take time to really express how you honestly feel~ even if you have felt self destructive. Like Chuckm said, it won't be the first time that the pro's have heard it .

Hey guys I just wanted to say thanks! I finally got the nerve to make the appt.