Depression Therapists in Cerritos, CA
Stacie Ashley-Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAS
Verified Verified
Cerritos, CA 90703
Are you struggling with anxiety/ depression, repetitive thoughts/behaviors, social and/or communication challenges that impact functioning "in everyday life"? Do you have or suspect you may have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? If so, you have come to the right place. I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, social, communication challenges and who have or may have ASD. I assist clients with managing difficult emotions, self-care, building healthy coping, communication, and socialization skills to improve overall functioning.
Are you struggling with anxiety/ depression, repetitive thoughts/behaviors, social and/or communication challenges that impact functioning "in everyday life"? Do you have or suspect you may have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? If so, you have come to the right place. I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, social, communication challenges and who have or may have ASD. I assist clients with managing difficult emotions, self-care, building healthy coping, communication, and socialization skills to improve overall functioning.
Jhoana Sarabia Maldonado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cerritos, CA 90703 (Online Only)
I focus on working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work/school burnout.
Have you found yourself struggling with difficult chapters in your life? Maybe you're not feeling quite yourself. Work, school, life in general can make us feel down, anxious, or stressed. We are all human and every human goes through tough times. We all want to feel heard, safe, and confident in our ability to overcome these tough hurdles. Life doesn't need to be hard. Lets work together to get you feeling good about yourself and where you are in life.
I focus on working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work/school burnout.
Have you found yourself struggling with difficult chapters in your life? Maybe you're not feeling quite yourself. Work, school, life in general can make us feel down, anxious, or stressed. We are all human and every human goes through tough times. We all want to feel heard, safe, and confident in our ability to overcome these tough hurdles. Life doesn't need to be hard. Lets work together to get you feeling good about yourself and where you are in life.
Reproductive Psychology: What is your reproductive story? Are you thinking about getting pregnant? Are you pregnant now? Have you recently given birth? Have you experienced reproductive trauma? All of these are stages in a process that is filled with a unique set of psychological and emotional challenges. In addition to my full clinical practice, I have helped many clients-and their partners-develop effective strategies for this challenging and winding path. Call or email and let's get started. Areas of focus: Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, postpartum depression, stress management, emotional regulation, partner/family issues.
Reproductive Psychology: What is your reproductive story? Are you thinking about getting pregnant? Are you pregnant now? Have you recently given birth? Have you experienced reproductive trauma? All of these are stages in a process that is filled with a unique set of psychological and emotional challenges. In addition to my full clinical practice, I have helped many clients-and their partners-develop effective strategies for this challenging and winding path. Call or email and let's get started. Areas of focus: Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, postpartum depression, stress management, emotional regulation, partner/family issues.
Evelyn Nankanja
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cerritos, CA 90703 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship/couple issues.
Do you feel lost in a sea of sadness, struggling to find purpose or meaning? Are you struggling with overwhelming anxiety or feeling disconnected from others? Are past experiences holding you back? Are painful memories or traumatic experiences holding you hostage, making it difficult to move forward? Do disturbing thoughts or emotions related to past events keep you up at night? Now might be the time to connect with a therapist who can help. If you’re ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth, I’m here to support and guide you.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship/couple issues.
Do you feel lost in a sea of sadness, struggling to find purpose or meaning? Are you struggling with overwhelming anxiety or feeling disconnected from others? Are past experiences holding you back? Are painful memories or traumatic experiences holding you hostage, making it difficult to move forward? Do disturbing thoughts or emotions related to past events keep you up at night? Now might be the time to connect with a therapist who can help. If you’re ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth, I’m here to support and guide you.
Nichelle Harton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cerritos, CA 90703 (Online Only)
I address issues that hinder success in important areas of life including depression, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, poor communication skills, complex relationship/family problems, trauma, terminal illness, divorce, separation, etc.
Are you feeling that your life is unmanageable? Have your personal or professional relationships been affected? Your efforts to seek help symbolizes hope for improving your situation. You are not alone. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 15+years, I have specialized in treating many of the issues that hinder success in those important areas of life. My goal is to assist clients to improve their ability cope with challenges and help them develop skills to manage life beyond therapy.
I address issues that hinder success in important areas of life including depression, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, poor communication skills, complex relationship/family problems, trauma, terminal illness, divorce, separation, etc.
Are you feeling that your life is unmanageable? Have your personal or professional relationships been affected? Your efforts to seek help symbolizes hope for improving your situation. You are not alone. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 15+years, I have specialized in treating many of the issues that hinder success in those important areas of life. My goal is to assist clients to improve their ability cope with challenges and help them develop skills to manage life beyond therapy.
My name is Lin Stephens and I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, working in the field of Mental/Behavioral Health, since 1995. I have worked in county and state agencies along with being a Private Practitioner since 2002. I enjoy working with adults and/or couples. My experience has been working with individuals who may experience depression, anxiety, life stress, relational difficulties, transitional issues, and/or unresolved childhood or past traumas. My therapeutic approach is problem-oriented, and solution-focused.
My name is Lin Stephens and I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, working in the field of Mental/Behavioral Health, since 1995. I have worked in county and state agencies along with being a Private Practitioner since 2002. I enjoy working with adults and/or couples. My experience has been working with individuals who may experience depression, anxiety, life stress, relational difficulties, transitional issues, and/or unresolved childhood or past traumas. My therapeutic approach is problem-oriented, and solution-focused.
Melissa Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, amft
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cerritos, CA 90703
I have worked with adults and adolescents to address a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationships, and emotional regulations.
Life can throw different challenges at you at any time and struggle can show up in our lives in many ways. This can naturally create feelings of discouragement or discomfort that present in life through our thoughts, behaviors, and feelings. Sometimes it can be hard to open up about it, but as your therapist I want you to have a place to do just that. My role is to join you in your journey of overcoming those challenges and struggles and take steps toward your goals. I am currently registered in California as an associate MFT. I have years of experience working in school, remote and in-person settings.
I have worked with adults and adolescents to address a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationships, and emotional regulations.
Life can throw different challenges at you at any time and struggle can show up in our lives in many ways. This can naturally create feelings of discouragement or discomfort that present in life through our thoughts, behaviors, and feelings. Sometimes it can be hard to open up about it, but as your therapist I want you to have a place to do just that. My role is to join you in your journey of overcoming those challenges and struggles and take steps toward your goals. I am currently registered in California as an associate MFT. I have years of experience working in school, remote and in-person settings.
Emily I Lui
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cerritos, CA 90703 (Online Only)
I have been in practice for 13 years working with adults and adolescents and have experience treating a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, family relationships, substance abuse and self-harm.
Sometimes it’s hard to see the story of hope, innovation and resilience when the narrative is stuck on failure and defeat. When life seems to be beating you down (or you feel like you’re beating yourself up), it can help to enlist a therapist in your corner to support you in getting up for another round. Whether it's changing yourself or changing how you think and feel about yourself, therapy is a good place to get unstuck and get going again.
I have been in practice for 13 years working with adults and adolescents and have experience treating a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, family relationships, substance abuse and self-harm.
Sometimes it’s hard to see the story of hope, innovation and resilience when the narrative is stuck on failure and defeat. When life seems to be beating you down (or you feel like you’re beating yourself up), it can help to enlist a therapist in your corner to support you in getting up for another round. Whether it's changing yourself or changing how you think and feel about yourself, therapy is a good place to get unstuck and get going again.
Kelsey Chang-Kim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MLD
Verified Verified
Cerritos, CA 90703 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am so happy you're here. My first and foremost priority is to help you feel safe, relaxed, and comfortable. I exude warmth, open-mindedness, non-judgment, and care from a genuine place. I've worked with many diverse populations over the years and particularly enjoy working with teens and young adults as he/she/they discover their truest selves and navigate the complexities of life. Whether it is anxiety or depression or overcoming a painful past, you are not alone and there IS a light at the end of the tunnel.
Welcome! I am so happy you're here. My first and foremost priority is to help you feel safe, relaxed, and comfortable. I exude warmth, open-mindedness, non-judgment, and care from a genuine place. I've worked with many diverse populations over the years and particularly enjoy working with teens and young adults as he/she/they discover their truest selves and navigate the complexities of life. Whether it is anxiety or depression or overcoming a painful past, you are not alone and there IS a light at the end of the tunnel.
Hello, my name is Alejandra Suazo I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I am a firm believer that healing can be a beautiful process where you can learn so much about yourself. My work is client-centered and have plenty of experience working with individuals who struggle with Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma, and Self-Esteem. I enjoy working with young adults as well as transitional-aged groups. I have experience treating individuals with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma as well as self-esteem.
Hello, my name is Alejandra Suazo I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I am a firm believer that healing can be a beautiful process where you can learn so much about yourself. My work is client-centered and have plenty of experience working with individuals who struggle with Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma, and Self-Esteem. I enjoy working with young adults as well as transitional-aged groups. I have experience treating individuals with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma as well as self-esteem.
Hello, I'm James Rubins, a licensed therapist in California with over 40 years of experience counseling individuals, adolescents, and families. I have wide experience in hospitals, community mental health clinics, and private practice office settings. I've helped people with anxiety, depression, anger management, and more, and have decades of experience supporting people in recovery from alcohol and or drug abuse. I was trained in psychodynamic therapy but now find short-term Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is more effective for client needs.
Hello, I'm James Rubins, a licensed therapist in California with over 40 years of experience counseling individuals, adolescents, and families. I have wide experience in hospitals, community mental health clinics, and private practice office settings. I've helped people with anxiety, depression, anger management, and more, and have decades of experience supporting people in recovery from alcohol and or drug abuse. I was trained in psychodynamic therapy but now find short-term Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is more effective for client needs.
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Welcome, my name is Sally Schoellkopf. I am a licensed Marriage, Family and Child Therapist (LMFT) with over 20 years of experience, and currently working with clients in California via telehealth. I am here to help you find greater well-being, self-acceptance and resolve the issues that are preventing you from living the full and positive life that you deserve. In my private practice and other settings, including schools, hospice, bereavement and agency centers, I have counseled adults, children, adolescents, families and groups to help them gain self-awareness, new insights and create positive change.
So many people are struggling with anxiety, grief, depression, relationship difficulties, and parenting.
Welcome, my name is Sally Schoellkopf. I am a licensed Marriage, Family and Child Therapist (LMFT) with over 20 years of experience, and currently working with clients in California via telehealth. I am here to help you find greater well-being, self-acceptance and resolve the issues that are preventing you from living the full and positive life that you deserve. In my private practice and other settings, including schools, hospice, bereavement and agency centers, I have counseled adults, children, adolescents, families and groups to help them gain self-awareness, new insights and create positive change.
Additional interests include providing suicide awareness, prevention and intervention trainings, workshops on depression and anxiety, as well as providing parenting seminars.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist providing mental health services for 15 years to children, adolescents, adults and families, Sarah has a wealth of experience that has given her knowledge and understanding as how to support others with navigating real life issues. These may include but are not limited to relational conflicts, trauma, undesirable symptoms such as sadness, anxiousness, self-harm and so forth. She provides psycho-education to assist others with understanding mental illness. Sarah's therapeutic approach is eclectic with a heavy influence of faith-based, attachment, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral practices.
Additional interests include providing suicide awareness, prevention and intervention trainings, workshops on depression and anxiety, as well as providing parenting seminars.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist providing mental health services for 15 years to children, adolescents, adults and families, Sarah has a wealth of experience that has given her knowledge and understanding as how to support others with navigating real life issues. These may include but are not limited to relational conflicts, trauma, undesirable symptoms such as sadness, anxiousness, self-harm and so forth. She provides psycho-education to assist others with understanding mental illness. Sarah's therapeutic approach is eclectic with a heavy influence of faith-based, attachment, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral practices.
Painful situations at home or work can limit your happiness in life, Through counseling (EAP) Programs or Individual or family counseling can help. As a therapist I assist children/family individuals regarding ADD ODD ADHD Phobic / Anxiety and Depression problems. Victims of Crime/ Domestic Violence PTSD Post-Partum Depression Inappropriate Behavior Patterns, self-destructive behavior(cutting) in children can be minimized with therapy. I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy especially with children. I provide methods of stress management and conflict resolution, including depressed /anxious patients due to the physical limitations of surgery Counseling can help minimize feelings of hopelessness and isolation,
Painful situations at home or work can limit your happiness in life, Through counseling (EAP) Programs or Individual or family counseling can help. As a therapist I assist children/family individuals regarding ADD ODD ADHD Phobic / Anxiety and Depression problems. Victims of Crime/ Domestic Violence PTSD Post-Partum Depression Inappropriate Behavior Patterns, self-destructive behavior(cutting) in children can be minimized with therapy. I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy especially with children. I provide methods of stress management and conflict resolution, including depressed /anxious patients due to the physical limitations of surgery Counseling can help minimize feelings of hopelessness and isolation,
Hello, welcome! My name is Sherry Gonzalez. I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I am based in Whittier, but work with clients throughout California through Telehealth. I work with women and children and specialize in parenting, anxiety, depression and transitional stages in life. I work through a psychodynamic therapy approach. I also have training in Perinatal Mood Disorders and experience with parenting and child development.
Hello, welcome! My name is Sherry Gonzalez. I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I am based in Whittier, but work with clients throughout California through Telehealth. I work with women and children and specialize in parenting, anxiety, depression and transitional stages in life. I work through a psychodynamic therapy approach. I also have training in Perinatal Mood Disorders and experience with parenting and child development.
Jeannette Quiros Saucedo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cerritos, CA 90703 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience in relationship issues, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief, adjustment disorders, parenting, and life transitions.
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing services via Telehealth. I am a bilingual therapist who strives to improve mental health and promote wellness in all communities. My goal in working with individuals is to develop a supportive clinical relationship that can facilitate self-directed growth and healing. I value unwavering support, empathy, and respect. I believe in each person's ability and capacity for change. I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment in which change can occur.
I have extensive experience in relationship issues, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief, adjustment disorders, parenting, and life transitions.
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing services via Telehealth. I am a bilingual therapist who strives to improve mental health and promote wellness in all communities. My goal in working with individuals is to develop a supportive clinical relationship that can facilitate self-directed growth and healing. I value unwavering support, empathy, and respect. I believe in each person's ability and capacity for change. I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment in which change can occur.
Hello, I'm Mike Valenzuela, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I have experience working with a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Some of my clients include veterans, LGBTQ community, and individuals struggling with communication, relationship, goal setting, depression, and traumatic experiences. My approach is varied depending on the cl needs and goals and may include Gestalt, CBT, Solution Focused, IFS, DBT, Trauma Informed care and Attachment theory. My approach is eclectic and client centered approach. I can help you gain a different perspective into past emotional experiences that may be affecting you today.
Hello, I'm Mike Valenzuela, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I have experience working with a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Some of my clients include veterans, LGBTQ community, and individuals struggling with communication, relationship, goal setting, depression, and traumatic experiences. My approach is varied depending on the cl needs and goals and may include Gestalt, CBT, Solution Focused, IFS, DBT, Trauma Informed care and Attachment theory. My approach is eclectic and client centered approach. I can help you gain a different perspective into past emotional experiences that may be affecting you today.
Hello my name is Corie Jones Duzsa. I am marriage and family therapist licensed in California with 20 years of experience. I have worked with children, teens, adults, couples, and families with a wide range of concerns including trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, parenting problems, family conflict, chronic pain, low self-esteem, and more. I have worked with many different types of clients that range from children to adults, LGBTQ clients, couples and families, and both men and women. I am currently working primarily with adults and older teens from 18 and up, individuals, and couples.
Hello my name is Corie Jones Duzsa. I am marriage and family therapist licensed in California with 20 years of experience. I have worked with children, teens, adults, couples, and families with a wide range of concerns including trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, parenting problems, family conflict, chronic pain, low self-esteem, and more. I have worked with many different types of clients that range from children to adults, LGBTQ clients, couples and families, and both men and women. I am currently working primarily with adults and older teens from 18 and up, individuals, and couples.
Patricia Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cerritos, CA 90703 (Online Only)
My practice specializes in helping people who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationships, life transitions, grief &loss, and other life stressors.
Congratulations on your first step of wanting to transform your life. Therapy can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. I am here to help you overcome your fear of telling your story while helping you navigate your feelings. By emphasizing transparency and trust with each client, I’ve had great success in creating a safe space to share empathy, a sense of belonging, humor, and, most importantly, effective results. I believe in the importance of addressing one’s challenges by taking into account the whole person, their cultural identity, as well as recent and past life experiences that have led them to seek help. Let me help you heal!
My practice specializes in helping people who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationships, life transitions, grief &loss, and other life stressors.
Congratulations on your first step of wanting to transform your life. Therapy can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. I am here to help you overcome your fear of telling your story while helping you navigate your feelings. By emphasizing transparency and trust with each client, I’ve had great success in creating a safe space to share empathy, a sense of belonging, humor, and, most importantly, effective results. I believe in the importance of addressing one’s challenges by taking into account the whole person, their cultural identity, as well as recent and past life experiences that have led them to seek help. Let me help you heal!
Patrick Cleveland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cerritos, CA 90703
We work with a wide range issues that span from therapy for depression & anxiety to parenting support, couples therapy & personal growth.
Taking the first step toward getting help is the hardest part and I understand that. I am the founder & clinical director of Daybreak Counseling Center. We are an elite & dedicated group of therapists. We focus on providing a safe and nonjudgemental environment in order to help you speak freely, share your story, ask questions, and face any issues that arise. In beginning this inquiry, today you are one step closer to finding answers and solutions. Whether you are feeling down, anxious, confused, have relationship issues, or just want to grow emotionally and learn more about yourself, therapy can help. Your mental health matters!
We work with a wide range issues that span from therapy for depression & anxiety to parenting support, couples therapy & personal growth.
Taking the first step toward getting help is the hardest part and I understand that. I am the founder & clinical director of Daybreak Counseling Center. We are an elite & dedicated group of therapists. We focus on providing a safe and nonjudgemental environment in order to help you speak freely, share your story, ask questions, and face any issues that arise. In beginning this inquiry, today you are one step closer to finding answers and solutions. Whether you are feeling down, anxious, confused, have relationship issues, or just want to grow emotionally and learn more about yourself, therapy can help. Your mental health matters!
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Depression Therapists
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 recognize 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 behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral 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.