Depression Counselling in Bromley

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Anita Evenden
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Bromley BR2
I can work with you and value whatever you bring .
Do you want someone to listen and understand how things are for you? I am passionate about being with you in your concerns. if you are nervous about this, please give me a call and we arrange a 15 minute initial discussion. I work from my office in Hayes. I have a very open approach to my work and have experience in depression, loss, relational issues and self-esteem. I have lived experience and professional expertise in working with ADHD, Autism and other neurodivergence. I work with post 16 and above and have worked as a school counsellor previously.
I can work with you and value whatever you bring .
Do you want someone to listen and understand how things are for you? I am passionate about being with you in your concerns. if you are nervous about this, please give me a call and we arrange a 15 minute initial discussion. I work from my office in Hayes. I have a very open approach to my work and have experience in depression, loss, relational issues and self-esteem. I have lived experience and professional expertise in working with ADHD, Autism and other neurodivergence. I work with post 16 and above and have worked as a school counsellor previously.
020 3909 8944 View 020 3909 8944
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Dr Divya Patel
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1  (Online Only)
My approach is integrative which means I can adjust therapy to meet your needs.
Are you suffering in silence, feeling stuck or unhappy? Struggling with unhealthy patterns that are problematic or having issues with past traumatic events? We all know life can be challenging and often complicated at times. Perhaps you’d like the space to think about you, a chance to heal old or new wounds? I can help by providing a supportive space to explore this with you. I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, registered with HCPC, with 10 years of experience working with individuals experiencing a range of mental health difficulties in both the NHS (inpatient and outpatient services), school setting and charity sectors.
My approach is integrative which means I can adjust therapy to meet your needs.
Are you suffering in silence, feeling stuck or unhappy? Struggling with unhealthy patterns that are problematic or having issues with past traumatic events? We all know life can be challenging and often complicated at times. Perhaps you’d like the space to think about you, a chance to heal old or new wounds? I can help by providing a supportive space to explore this with you. I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, registered with HCPC, with 10 years of experience working with individuals experiencing a range of mental health difficulties in both the NHS (inpatient and outpatient services), school setting and charity sectors.
01689 663156 View 01689 663156
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Gary Marshall
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1
The therapy we do is completely confidential, giving you a safe space to talk about any difficulties, I listen with compassion and understanding, I take my work very seriously and feel passionate about helping people to change their lives.
Hi im a highly experienced therapist offering therapy for all types of conditions ranging from anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, work stress, OCD. I also work with all types of addictions, including problems with alcohol. I specialise in CBT focused therapy combined with EMDR a trauma based approach. I'm also a trained Schema Therapist specialising in childhood traumas and difficult past experiences, that may affect daily functioning. This can prove highly effective. I adhere to the BACP code of ethics and follow guidelines for safe and effective therapy.
The therapy we do is completely confidential, giving you a safe space to talk about any difficulties, I listen with compassion and understanding, I take my work very seriously and feel passionate about helping people to change their lives.
Hi im a highly experienced therapist offering therapy for all types of conditions ranging from anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, work stress, OCD. I also work with all types of addictions, including problems with alcohol. I specialise in CBT focused therapy combined with EMDR a trauma based approach. I'm also a trained Schema Therapist specialising in childhood traumas and difficult past experiences, that may affect daily functioning. This can prove highly effective. I adhere to the BACP code of ethics and follow guidelines for safe and effective therapy.
01689 664639 View 01689 664639
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Kalpana Rao
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1
I believe that talking to a sensitive and skilled listener can make a real difference.
Let's Talk... Therapy gives you the opportunity to explore how life is for you, how you feel about it and how you react during certain situations, all with the aim of finding solutions that work for you. My aim is to provide a confidential, non-judgemental and accepting environment where I can help you explore your issues no matter what they are. Unresolved issues can cause great unhappiness and therapy can help to unlock suppressed feelings and emotions.
I believe that talking to a sensitive and skilled listener can make a real difference.
Let's Talk... Therapy gives you the opportunity to explore how life is for you, how you feel about it and how you react during certain situations, all with the aim of finding solutions that work for you. My aim is to provide a confidential, non-judgemental and accepting environment where I can help you explore your issues no matter what they are. Unresolved issues can cause great unhappiness and therapy can help to unlock suppressed feelings and emotions.
07723 475112 View 07723 475112
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Amanda Kallipetis @ ACK Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1
My personal & professional experience contributes to my success as a counsellor.
Admitting you need emotional support can be hard. Some people may feel like a failure, however, I see it as a strength. It is a huge step towards making things better. Counselling can help with a number of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, panic attacks, phobias, lack of self-esteem, self-confidence, as well as relationship, work or family conflict. It can also support you if you are struggling with a bereavement, personal crisis or a difficult life transition.
My personal & professional experience contributes to my success as a counsellor.
Admitting you need emotional support can be hard. Some people may feel like a failure, however, I see it as a strength. It is a huge step towards making things better. Counselling can help with a number of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, panic attacks, phobias, lack of self-esteem, self-confidence, as well as relationship, work or family conflict. It can also support you if you are struggling with a bereavement, personal crisis or a difficult life transition.
01689 661676 View 01689 661676
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Ken Tait
Verified Verified
Bromley BR2
As a diabetic I understand the problems that people go through with long term conditions.
At sometimes in our lives we just need someone that will listen and can help you.
As a diabetic I understand the problems that people go through with long term conditions.
At sometimes in our lives we just need someone that will listen and can help you.
07403 923265 View 07403 923265
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Simone Sheikh
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bromley BR2  (Online Only)
The relationship between you and your counsellor is paramount.
People usually seek therapy because they have reached a crisis point in their life and are struggling to cope alone. This can lead to feeling stuck or creating unhelpful behaviour patterns to cope which present them from living life to their full potential. We often feel confused, anxious, depressed, emotionally numb or trapped in our past without clear goals in life or clear identity. I can offer you a safe space to explore better internal understanding which promotes self awareness, personal growth and inner peace which enables you to feel full of hope and clarity to achieve personal success.
The relationship between you and your counsellor is paramount.
People usually seek therapy because they have reached a crisis point in their life and are struggling to cope alone. This can lead to feeling stuck or creating unhelpful behaviour patterns to cope which present them from living life to their full potential. We often feel confused, anxious, depressed, emotionally numb or trapped in our past without clear goals in life or clear identity. I can offer you a safe space to explore better internal understanding which promotes self awareness, personal growth and inner peace which enables you to feel full of hope and clarity to achieve personal success.
07480 533783 View 07480 533783
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Dr Kylie Menolee
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1  (Online Only)
Choosing a therapist isn't easy, which is why I offer a free 15-minute consultation.
Are you struggling with the emotional challenges of a physical health condition such as diabetes, cancer or obesity? Does it get in the way of living your desired life? I specialise in supporting children, young people and adults manage stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, relationship and school difficulties, that can often accompany physical health conditions. This may also include adjusting to diagnoses or supporting the communication or understanding of illness, especially to children and young people. I am here to empower you to lead a fulfilling life despite facing these challenges.
Choosing a therapist isn't easy, which is why I offer a free 15-minute consultation.
Are you struggling with the emotional challenges of a physical health condition such as diabetes, cancer or obesity? Does it get in the way of living your desired life? I specialise in supporting children, young people and adults manage stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, relationship and school difficulties, that can often accompany physical health conditions. This may also include adjusting to diagnoses or supporting the communication or understanding of illness, especially to children and young people. I am here to empower you to lead a fulfilling life despite facing these challenges.
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Garry Michael Brennan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1  (Online Only)
I am a friendly, down to earth and deeply empathic counsellor who passionately believes that our past influences our present and that understanding our attachment histories is crucial in truly understanding who we are.
Starting therapy can be a daunting experience and so my aim is to help you feel at ease by working in a straightforward, empathic and down to earth way in order to help you overcome the obstacles that are stopping you from leading a meaningful and authentic life. I am an active person-centred counsellor who will work hard alongside you in order to help you understand the roots of your difficulties. I am an experienced counsellor who has particular experience around trauma and attachment issues due to my long experience in working in the world of adoption as both a social worker and therapist
I am a friendly, down to earth and deeply empathic counsellor who passionately believes that our past influences our present and that understanding our attachment histories is crucial in truly understanding who we are.
Starting therapy can be a daunting experience and so my aim is to help you feel at ease by working in a straightforward, empathic and down to earth way in order to help you overcome the obstacles that are stopping you from leading a meaningful and authentic life. I am an active person-centred counsellor who will work hard alongside you in order to help you understand the roots of your difficulties. I am an experienced counsellor who has particular experience around trauma and attachment issues due to my long experience in working in the world of adoption as both a social worker and therapist
07723 562533 View 07723 562533
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Georgina Ackerman
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Bromley BR2
I am a qualified psychotherapist with over 18 years of acute clinical experience within the fields of addiction, mental health and leadership coaching.
People may see you and think you are so positive and cheerful, but inside you are relentlessly beating yourself up and frustrated that life is not going your way. Struggled with anxiety, panic attacks, substance misuse and depression for far to long? Due to perfectionism, anxiety, people-pleasing, and other self-sabotaging habits that have taken over until you can hardly recognise yourself. I will support you in learning how to integrate a calm perspective, mindfulness and increase your ability to manage emotional reactivity in peak times of high stress and anxiety.
I am a qualified psychotherapist with over 18 years of acute clinical experience within the fields of addiction, mental health and leadership coaching.
People may see you and think you are so positive and cheerful, but inside you are relentlessly beating yourself up and frustrated that life is not going your way. Struggled with anxiety, panic attacks, substance misuse and depression for far to long? Due to perfectionism, anxiety, people-pleasing, and other self-sabotaging habits that have taken over until you can hardly recognise yourself. I will support you in learning how to integrate a calm perspective, mindfulness and increase your ability to manage emotional reactivity in peak times of high stress and anxiety.
01689 661724 View 01689 661724
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Siobhan Foster
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bromley BR1
I have over 10 years experience working with the criminal justice system, children and families, parenting, relationship breakdowns and trauma.
Struggling with everyday stuff? Feeling overwhelmed? Can't stay on top of things? Perhaps no one understands how you feel or listens. Maybe you feel like a burden so don't communicate with family or friends. You may want to be alone; but it's so lonely. Do you surround yourself with people or things to help you feel better? You just want to feel good again. Whether you're feeling, stressed, anxious, depressed, struggling with relationships and family, or have trauma that needs exploring; you deserve to feel better. Call now and take a positive step in dealing with you emotions and learn ne
I have over 10 years experience working with the criminal justice system, children and families, parenting, relationship breakdowns and trauma.
Struggling with everyday stuff? Feeling overwhelmed? Can't stay on top of things? Perhaps no one understands how you feel or listens. Maybe you feel like a burden so don't communicate with family or friends. You may want to be alone; but it's so lonely. Do you surround yourself with people or things to help you feel better? You just want to feel good again. Whether you're feeling, stressed, anxious, depressed, struggling with relationships and family, or have trauma that needs exploring; you deserve to feel better. Call now and take a positive step in dealing with you emotions and learn ne
01689 664684 View 01689 664684
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Nichola Hall
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1  (Online Only)
Clients often feedback that I am different because I work very interactively.
I work in my small, discrete private practice in Bromley. I am experienced in working with clients who have difficulty managing anxiety and depression; from all walks of life, genders and spiritual beliefs. I have a special interest in bereavement work. My approach is integrative, I believe that one approach does not 'always fit all', adapting my therapy for each individual need. My work can combine some of the main therapeutic approaches; Humanistic, Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). I offer a warm, safe, confidential space to explore your thoughts and feelings offering brief (short term) or long term therapy.
Clients often feedback that I am different because I work very interactively.
I work in my small, discrete private practice in Bromley. I am experienced in working with clients who have difficulty managing anxiety and depression; from all walks of life, genders and spiritual beliefs. I have a special interest in bereavement work. My approach is integrative, I believe that one approach does not 'always fit all', adapting my therapy for each individual need. My work can combine some of the main therapeutic approaches; Humanistic, Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). I offer a warm, safe, confidential space to explore your thoughts and feelings offering brief (short term) or long term therapy.
07480 486803 View 07480 486803
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Stephanie Ambrosius
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1  (Online Only)
I appreciate that all obstacles can feel overwhelming at times.
Are you looking for someone confidential and non judgemental to talk to? Life can often feel extremely overwhelming. Facing obstacles such as anxiety, depression, lack of self confidence, relationship issues, work issues etc can make us feel helpless. The aim is to understand our obstacles in order to change them.
I appreciate that all obstacles can feel overwhelming at times.
Are you looking for someone confidential and non judgemental to talk to? Life can often feel extremely overwhelming. Facing obstacles such as anxiety, depression, lack of self confidence, relationship issues, work issues etc can make us feel helpless. The aim is to understand our obstacles in order to change them.
07447 970267 View 07447 970267
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David Yiu
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bromley BR1
I'll be alongside you throughout therapy and believe in creating a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship.
Do you always feel anxious? Do you feel low or hopeless? Are you repeating the same negative patterns without knowing why? Do you have a hard time saying what you need? I can help. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore whatever your worries might be so that you can work through your issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, feeling lost or stuck, so that you can make healthy changes and lead a happier life.
I'll be alongside you throughout therapy and believe in creating a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship.
Do you always feel anxious? Do you feel low or hopeless? Are you repeating the same negative patterns without knowing why? Do you have a hard time saying what you need? I can help. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore whatever your worries might be so that you can work through your issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, feeling lost or stuck, so that you can make healthy changes and lead a happier life.
020 3910 6179 View 020 3910 6179
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Natasha Miller
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bromley BR1
This is a safe space to tell the story you hold within.
The warmest of welcomes to my page. It’s my pleasure to meet you… and however you are feeling right now, that’s welcome too. I don’t know what brought you here, but maybe clarifying what the problem is, how those feelings are, expressing them somehow, can bring some relief and release. Trauma. Depression. Shame. Anxiety. Neurodiversity. Your identities are welcome here. I work with many different theories and techniques, always with the deepest empathic respect for what you are going through. We need all our resources mobilised to work together, supporting you get through this!
This is a safe space to tell the story you hold within.
The warmest of welcomes to my page. It’s my pleasure to meet you… and however you are feeling right now, that’s welcome too. I don’t know what brought you here, but maybe clarifying what the problem is, how those feelings are, expressing them somehow, can bring some relief and release. Trauma. Depression. Shame. Anxiety. Neurodiversity. Your identities are welcome here. I work with many different theories and techniques, always with the deepest empathic respect for what you are going through. We need all our resources mobilised to work together, supporting you get through this!
01689 661738 View 01689 661738
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Franciane Conroy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1
Are you feeling stressed, anxious or sad? Struggling with low self-esteem, depression or relationship difficulties? Together, we can work through these difficulties and get you to a place where you want and deserve to be.
Hello, I am Fran, an experienced counsellor here to listen and help with life struggles. I provide a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can talk and explore your feelings. My aim is to give clients voice to be themselves and I can help you feel comfortable, care and secure to build a genuine therapeutic relationship. Get in touch with any questions or to set up an initial, no obligation, 30 minutes session.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious or sad? Struggling with low self-esteem, depression or relationship difficulties? Together, we can work through these difficulties and get you to a place where you want and deserve to be.
Hello, I am Fran, an experienced counsellor here to listen and help with life struggles. I provide a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can talk and explore your feelings. My aim is to give clients voice to be themselves and I can help you feel comfortable, care and secure to build a genuine therapeutic relationship. Get in touch with any questions or to set up an initial, no obligation, 30 minutes session.
01883 771155 View 01883 771155
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Sonja Rodney
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1  (Online Only)
Clients often tell me that, through our work together, they soon feel lighter, more in tune with themselves, & better equipped to face their challenges.
Do you feel exhausted, lost, or overwhelmed by the constant pressure of just getting through the day, living up to others' expectations, or wondering if things will ever get better? Do you struggle with overwhelming anxiety, depression, grief, or a challenging relationship that affects your day-to-day life & relationships? Do you wish that life was different, or that you could have peace & happiness? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about overcoming life's many difficulties & challenges. I truly believe it shouldn't be this hard to live better, and that there is always hope & a path to change.
Clients often tell me that, through our work together, they soon feel lighter, more in tune with themselves, & better equipped to face their challenges.
Do you feel exhausted, lost, or overwhelmed by the constant pressure of just getting through the day, living up to others' expectations, or wondering if things will ever get better? Do you struggle with overwhelming anxiety, depression, grief, or a challenging relationship that affects your day-to-day life & relationships? Do you wish that life was different, or that you could have peace & happiness? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about overcoming life's many difficulties & challenges. I truly believe it shouldn't be this hard to live better, and that there is always hope & a path to change.
01689 663122 View 01689 663122
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Katerina Dafini
Psychotherapist, MA, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1
Undertaking therapy of any kind is rarely easy.
There can be times in life where you might feel like the world is a hard place to navigate, often due to relational difficulties. These could derive from a number of different sources that can range from a change of circumstances to daunting past events. You might feel like you’re overwhelmed by emotions, uncertain of their origins and lacking a strategy to manage them. While therapy cannot alter your current circumstances or erase past traumas, it can empower you to build resilience, helping you navigate and grow through life's struggles. The goal is to guide you towards a more fulfilling and joyful life.
Undertaking therapy of any kind is rarely easy.
There can be times in life where you might feel like the world is a hard place to navigate, often due to relational difficulties. These could derive from a number of different sources that can range from a change of circumstances to daunting past events. You might feel like you’re overwhelmed by emotions, uncertain of their origins and lacking a strategy to manage them. While therapy cannot alter your current circumstances or erase past traumas, it can empower you to build resilience, helping you navigate and grow through life's struggles. The goal is to guide you towards a more fulfilling and joyful life.
020 3917 4174 View 020 3917 4174
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Claire Golding
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bromley BR1
I like to consider my approach as honest, direct and human.
I consider myself to be highly empathic, intuitive and compassionate, I try to fully understand what my client is experiencing and feeling. My aim as your counsellor is to give you a "safe" space to talk openly and honestly with out fear of judgement. I specialise in bereavement and loss, I'm confident working with clients who have depression or low moods, and anxiety. I have had specific training to work with client's who self harm, suffer with addiction and those who have suicidal thoughts or intrusive thoughts.
I like to consider my approach as honest, direct and human.
I consider myself to be highly empathic, intuitive and compassionate, I try to fully understand what my client is experiencing and feeling. My aim as your counsellor is to give you a "safe" space to talk openly and honestly with out fear of judgement. I specialise in bereavement and loss, I'm confident working with clients who have depression or low moods, and anxiety. I have had specific training to work with client's who self harm, suffer with addiction and those who have suicidal thoughts or intrusive thoughts.
020 3984 9222 View 020 3984 9222
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Kate Megase
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1
I use different counselling approaches such as; Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Gestalt approach.
I am a psychotherapist specialising in couple and relationship therapy. I also work with individuals and I provide clinical supervision to other therapists. I am the author of a self-help book called Dump the Baggage. I specialise in issues associated with: Couples and relationship therapy, Anxiety/ Depression, Trauma, and Low self-esteem. I am committed to providing an excellent service to help my clients: Develop healthy relationships, Fulfil overall therapeutic goals within six sessions, and Provide clear techniques and strategies along with unique ways and ideas to treat stress, anxiety and depression & Improve self-esteem.
I use different counselling approaches such as; Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Gestalt approach.
I am a psychotherapist specialising in couple and relationship therapy. I also work with individuals and I provide clinical supervision to other therapists. I am the author of a self-help book called Dump the Baggage. I specialise in issues associated with: Couples and relationship therapy, Anxiety/ Depression, Trauma, and Low self-esteem. I am committed to providing an excellent service to help my clients: Develop healthy relationships, Fulfil overall therapeutic goals within six sessions, and Provide clear techniques and strategies along with unique ways and ideas to treat stress, anxiety and depression & Improve self-esteem.
01798 305047 View 01798 305047

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Depression Counsellors

What is the goal of therapy for depression?

Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.

What happens in therapy for depression?

Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.

What therapy types help with depression?

Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.

Can therapy for depression be done online?

Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.

How effective is therapy for depression?

Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.