Our signature preparation. A bold, structured flavor profile — challenging automatic negative thoughts and reframing cognitive distortions. Presented with behavioral activation on the side. Consistently the most replicated treatment in the literature.

A lighter, more approachable preparation distilled from CBT. Pure and elemental — re-engaging with pleasurable and meaningful activities to interrupt the cycle of withdrawal. Deceptively simple, remarkably effective, and easy on the palate.

A richly relational flavor. Focuses on grief, role transitions, interpersonal disputes, and social isolation — the social roots of mood. Smooth finish with lasting improvement in relationship quality.

A contemplative, Eastern-inflected preparation. Rather than fighting difficult thoughts, this dish teaches psychological flexibility — holding pain lightly while moving toward what matters. Subtle, complex, and deeply satisfying for those with a palate for paradox.

The house standard. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors offer a reliable, well-tolerated baseline. Notes of mood stabilization with a characteristically mild onset — allow 4–6 weeks for full flavor development. Best enjoyed under close physician guidance.

A more complex, dual-action preparation — serotonin and norepinephrine both present in the profile. Slightly bolder than SSRIs, with particular depth for those with comorbid anxiety or pain. A sophisticated choice for those who've tried the lighter dishes.

Distinctly energizing, with dopaminergic and noradrenergic notes that few competitors can match. Notably absent: sexual side effects. A favored selection for those with fatigue-predominant depression or who prefer to avoid weight gain. Also carries a smoking cessation finish.

A rich, full-bodied preparation unlike anything else on the menu. Mirtazapine works through an entirely different mechanism — blocking alpha-2 autoreceptors to increase both norepinephrine and serotonin release, while also antagonising H1 receptors for a pronounced sedative effect. Particularly well-suited to depression with insomnia, poor appetite, or significant weight loss. No sexual side effects. Weight gain is a common trade-off.

Not a standalone preparation — this is an augmentation strategy for those who have had a partial response to an antidepressant but haven't reached remission. Low-dose atypical antipsychotics are added to the existing regimen to boost effect. Quetiapine also carries sedative properties useful for sleep disturbance. Aripiprazole and brexpiprazole tend to be more activating and weight-neutral. Metabolic monitoring is recommended with extended use.

The most underordered item on our menu. A robust, full-bodied preparation — aerobic exercise produces BDNF, endorphins, and serotonin in a single preparation. Comparable to antidepressants in mild-to-moderate depression, with no prescription required. Running, cycling, swimming all accepted.

A refined, high-tech preparation for treatment-resistant palates. Magnetic pulses gently stimulate the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, rekindling neural circuits dimmed by depression. No systemic side effects. Increasingly available and FDA-cleared. Pairs excellently with therapy.

Our most powerful preparation, reserved for the most persistent cases — treatment-resistant, severe, or psychotic depression. Far more refined than its historical reputation suggests. Administered under anesthesia with modern protocols. Unmatched response rates when other treatments have been exhausted.

An essential side that elevates every other preparation on the menu. Consistent sleep timing, darkness, and wind-down rituals restore the circadian rhythm often disrupted by depression. No meal is complete without it.

A CBT–meditation fusion, developed specifically for recurrent depression. Exceptionally effective for preventing relapse — recommended for those with three or more prior episodes. Meditative, slow-building, and deeply sustaining over time.

Bright, crisp, and invigorating — particularly suited to seasonal depression (SAD). Morning exposure to 10,000-lux lamps recalibrates the circadian clock and suppresses melatonin. A clean, pleasant preparation with rapid onset and minimal side effects.