Depression Therapists in Escondido, CA
I work with adults and older adults in the treatment of depression, grief and loss; trauma, anxiety, and the emotional distress caused by life’s transitions.
I offer psychotherapy to individuals who are faced with a variety of concerns. My role is to provide a therapeutic presence through a safe environment to promote healthy self-expression which is important to beginning life’s mind and body journey. Being bilingual and culturally sensitive, I am aware of the personal, relational, and spiritual needs of the individual. I nurture strengths and am committed to facilitating personal growth, no matter how small the step is to get there.
I work with adults and older adults in the treatment of depression, grief and loss; trauma, anxiety, and the emotional distress caused by life’s transitions.
I offer psychotherapy to individuals who are faced with a variety of concerns. My role is to provide a therapeutic presence through a safe environment to promote healthy self-expression which is important to beginning life’s mind and body journey. Being bilingual and culturally sensitive, I am aware of the personal, relational, and spiritual needs of the individual. I nurture strengths and am committed to facilitating personal growth, no matter how small the step is to get there.
I am comfortable treating issues related to LGBTQIA+, trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, school/work problems, stress, life transitions, and how relationships impact the client's life in positive and negative ways.
Hi, my name is Stacy Elliott, and I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who is based in Northern California but sees clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adolescents, teens, and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, school/work issues as well as relationship issues with self and others. I use mindfulness, coping strategies, body-based interventions (Somatic), and CBT to help my clients begin to feel better. My therapeutic approach varies based on the needs of my clients and what they desire out of therapy.
I am comfortable treating issues related to LGBTQIA+, trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, school/work problems, stress, life transitions, and how relationships impact the client's life in positive and negative ways.
Hi, my name is Stacy Elliott, and I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who is based in Northern California but sees clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adolescents, teens, and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, school/work issues as well as relationship issues with self and others. I use mindfulness, coping strategies, body-based interventions (Somatic), and CBT to help my clients begin to feel better. My therapeutic approach varies based on the needs of my clients and what they desire out of therapy.
I am comfortable treating conditions such as anxiety, depression, and trauma, using evidence-based interventions tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.
Hello there! My name is Jackie Frias Gonzalez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a focus on studying relationships with both the self and others. As your therapist, I aim to strike a balance between authenticity and professionalism to create a safe and comfortable space where you can be your true self while also gaining the skills to navigate the challenges you are facing. Whether you are struggling with personal issues or relationship conflicts, I am here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.
I am comfortable treating conditions such as anxiety, depression, and trauma, using evidence-based interventions tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.
Hello there! My name is Jackie Frias Gonzalez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a focus on studying relationships with both the self and others. As your therapist, I aim to strike a balance between authenticity and professionalism to create a safe and comfortable space where you can be your true self while also gaining the skills to navigate the challenges you are facing. Whether you are struggling with personal issues or relationship conflicts, I am here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.
I am a licensed Clinical social worker who specializes in the treatment of anxiety , depression , trauma, marital problems and stress management . I am a bilingual Spanish speaking therapist. I aim to support and guide you on a journey of self-exploration through greater understanding of your experiences to identify your own triggers. Together we will work together on ways to process and cope with what is causing distress and learn new ways of coping . I provide a safe, compassionate therapy space for you to be who you are.
I am a licensed Clinical social worker who specializes in the treatment of anxiety , depression , trauma, marital problems and stress management . I am a bilingual Spanish speaking therapist. I aim to support and guide you on a journey of self-exploration through greater understanding of your experiences to identify your own triggers. Together we will work together on ways to process and cope with what is causing distress and learn new ways of coping . I provide a safe, compassionate therapy space for you to be who you are.
These tools are effective in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as reducing stress.
Hi, my name is Monica M. DeLaCruz and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I’d like to think of therapy as a process of self-discovery and exploration. I care deeply about supporting people when they feel lonely, have difficulty with transitions, stuck and hopeless, and have tried the usual things are not working. This can look like transitions, divorce, or death of a loved one. This is where I come in. My approach is warm and engaging, and use evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and attachment theory.
These tools are effective in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as reducing stress.
Hi, my name is Monica M. DeLaCruz and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I’d like to think of therapy as a process of self-discovery and exploration. I care deeply about supporting people when they feel lonely, have difficulty with transitions, stuck and hopeless, and have tried the usual things are not working. This can look like transitions, divorce, or death of a loved one. This is where I come in. My approach is warm and engaging, and use evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and attachment theory.
Depression and anxiety disorders are generally the most frequent life problems I work with.
Hello! My name is Gary L Bushweiler, Ph.D. I am a licensed clinical psychologist (California license PSY 5340). I provide individual, group, and couples psychotherapy to adults and teens (14 and up). I utilize evidence-based psychotherapy for the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, and challenging life transitions such as aging, death of a partner or spouse, and bereavement. My areas of specialization include helping individuals and couples develop new skills and approaches to bring about change in their lives.
Depression and anxiety disorders are generally the most frequent life problems I work with.
Hello! My name is Gary L Bushweiler, Ph.D. I am a licensed clinical psychologist (California license PSY 5340). I provide individual, group, and couples psychotherapy to adults and teens (14 and up). I utilize evidence-based psychotherapy for the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, and challenging life transitions such as aging, death of a partner or spouse, and bereavement. My areas of specialization include helping individuals and couples develop new skills and approaches to bring about change in their lives.
My name is Sarina Pan and I am a licensed clinical social worker in private practice in Los Angeles area. I work with adolescents and adults across all ages. I help people experience relief from shame, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, and inner criticism through self-understanding, self-exploring, and self-compassion. Hearing people out and providing support and guidance to them to walk out from the life struggles is my true life passion.
My name is Sarina Pan and I am a licensed clinical social worker in private practice in Los Angeles area. I work with adolescents and adults across all ages. I help people experience relief from shame, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, and inner criticism through self-understanding, self-exploring, and self-compassion. Hearing people out and providing support and guidance to them to walk out from the life struggles is my true life passion.
I have experience in working with various mental health issues including Depression, anxiety, PTSD, and difficulties related to trauma history, grief, substance abuse, and relationship problems.
Hello, My name is Carmen Siordia. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is based in Salinas, California. I see clients statewide via telehealth or in person at my office. I believe everyone has the potential to create the life they deserve. I am passionate about helping others work through their difficulties, gain a greater understanding of themselves and find meaning in their life experiences. In my work, I can help you learn practical and effective ways to manage the difficulties you are experiencing.
I have experience in working with various mental health issues including Depression, anxiety, PTSD, and difficulties related to trauma history, grief, substance abuse, and relationship problems.
Hello, My name is Carmen Siordia. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is based in Salinas, California. I see clients statewide via telehealth or in person at my office. I believe everyone has the potential to create the life they deserve. I am passionate about helping others work through their difficulties, gain a greater understanding of themselves and find meaning in their life experiences. In my work, I can help you learn practical and effective ways to manage the difficulties you are experiencing.
Wade W. Poulson
Licensed Psychoanalyst, JD, RPS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Escondido, CA 92026 (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck, unmotivated, anxious, or depressed? My training and experience have helped me understand these concerns as invitations to discovering the meaning, purpose, and transformation of the problem if we are willing to engage with it. My practice is focused on understanding: the importance of "standing" under the weight of the problem (tension or trauma), to determine what it means. I have undergone many years of my own therapy with a Jungian Analyst before your first meeting with me; knowing this may provide some confidence about my lived experience and commitment to helping you from a depth perspective.
Do you feel stuck, unmotivated, anxious, or depressed? My training and experience have helped me understand these concerns as invitations to discovering the meaning, purpose, and transformation of the problem if we are willing to engage with it. My practice is focused on understanding: the importance of "standing" under the weight of the problem (tension or trauma), to determine what it means. I have undergone many years of my own therapy with a Jungian Analyst before your first meeting with me; knowing this may provide some confidence about my lived experience and commitment to helping you from a depth perspective.
Hello, my name is Stephan Paul Ouellette. I have been a licensed clinical social worker in the state of California since 2000. I approach therapy from a client-centered, collaborative, empathic, and strengths-based perspective. I have 25-plus years of experience working with folks living with HIV/AIDS and from the LGBTQ-plus communities. My primary focus is helping clients to proactively respond to such conditions as depression, anxiety, grief and bereavement, substance use and abuse concerns, and adjustment to chronic and sometimes life-threatening health conditions.
Hello, my name is Stephan Paul Ouellette. I have been a licensed clinical social worker in the state of California since 2000. I approach therapy from a client-centered, collaborative, empathic, and strengths-based perspective. I have 25-plus years of experience working with folks living with HIV/AIDS and from the LGBTQ-plus communities. My primary focus is helping clients to proactively respond to such conditions as depression, anxiety, grief and bereavement, substance use and abuse concerns, and adjustment to chronic and sometimes life-threatening health conditions.
My specialties include treatment of depression, anxiety and addictive disorders.
Do you feel sad or overwhelmed? Is anxiety preventing you from achieving your goals? Are you dissatisfied with your relationships or feel unable to change your life? Do you have difficulty sleeping? I can help you change your life and become the person you want to be. I believe the most important aspect of therapy is the bond between a client and the therapist, and I make every effort to achieve this bond from the first session. My goal is to have you leave each session with a sense of peace, hope and empowerment.
My specialties include treatment of depression, anxiety and addictive disorders.
Do you feel sad or overwhelmed? Is anxiety preventing you from achieving your goals? Are you dissatisfied with your relationships or feel unable to change your life? Do you have difficulty sleeping? I can help you change your life and become the person you want to be. I believe the most important aspect of therapy is the bond between a client and the therapist, and I make every effort to achieve this bond from the first session. My goal is to have you leave each session with a sense of peace, hope and empowerment.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92025
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I see therapy as a self-discovery process, in which a client seeks to solve problems in a safe and positive environment under the guidance of a professional. I believe that anxiety, depression and negative stress can be resolved more effectively, when there is understanding that basic steps must be taken to first stabilize one's life then one's passion and purpose in life can be addressed to find self-fulfillment. I especially enjoy working with adolescents and adults of all ages, who are in the midst of life transitions.
I see therapy as a self-discovery process, in which a client seeks to solve problems in a safe and positive environment under the guidance of a professional. I believe that anxiety, depression and negative stress can be resolved more effectively, when there is understanding that basic steps must be taken to first stabilize one's life then one's passion and purpose in life can be addressed to find self-fulfillment. I especially enjoy working with adolescents and adults of all ages, who are in the midst of life transitions.
Hi there, I'm Rebecca McWhorter, LCSW has experience with all age groups within many multicultural settings. I start with where the patient is should they be suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or grief. My practice focus in on patient care. Patients typically enter therapy due to something that is having a negative impact on their quality of life. I assist them in identifying the root causes or behavior that are preventing them from living their best life. I utilize many different approaches to healing. I prefer to letting the patient vocalize their needs rather than tailor a patient to a plan.
Hi there, I'm Rebecca McWhorter, LCSW has experience with all age groups within many multicultural settings. I start with where the patient is should they be suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or grief. My practice focus in on patient care. Patients typically enter therapy due to something that is having a negative impact on their quality of life. I assist them in identifying the root causes or behavior that are preventing them from living their best life. I utilize many different approaches to healing. I prefer to letting the patient vocalize their needs rather than tailor a patient to a plan.
Anxiety, depression and Addiction issues are very common.
I'm an informal, low-keyed warm fuzzy type. I deal directly with problems, using CBT, emphasizing support/non-judgment.
I've completed 15 ebooks. The subjects are Assertiveness, How To Change Children's Behavior (Quickly), How to Assess and Treat ADHD (Children and Adults), Self Esteem, Why Relationships Fail, How to diagnose and Treat Anxiety, Anger Management, Types I and II,, Kids and Divorce, Child Visitation and Self-Esteem, How To Change Teenagers Behavior, The Psychology of Procrastination, The Psychology of Guilt, The Psychology of Forgiveness and Weight Loss (Free), The Psychology of All Addictions and How to Diagnose and Treat Mood Disorders.
Anxiety, depression and Addiction issues are very common.
I'm an informal, low-keyed warm fuzzy type. I deal directly with problems, using CBT, emphasizing support/non-judgment.
I've completed 15 ebooks. The subjects are Assertiveness, How To Change Children's Behavior (Quickly), How to Assess and Treat ADHD (Children and Adults), Self Esteem, Why Relationships Fail, How to diagnose and Treat Anxiety, Anger Management, Types I and II,, Kids and Divorce, Child Visitation and Self-Esteem, How To Change Teenagers Behavior, The Psychology of Procrastination, The Psychology of Guilt, The Psychology of Forgiveness and Weight Loss (Free), The Psychology of All Addictions and How to Diagnose and Treat Mood Disorders.
I have been fortunate to have been exposed to a broad range of experience as a psychotherapist over the past 10 years. It has been a joy to guide individuals, couples, and families to promote their own healing from challenges arising from trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, illness, loss, and life transitions. I believe it is important to find our own inner healer. I would like to be the catalyst and guide for this important discovery. In the spirit of compassion, presence, curiosity, and creativity, we can navigate through circumstances that may feel overwhelming.
I have been fortunate to have been exposed to a broad range of experience as a psychotherapist over the past 10 years. It has been a joy to guide individuals, couples, and families to promote their own healing from challenges arising from trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, illness, loss, and life transitions. I believe it is important to find our own inner healer. I would like to be the catalyst and guide for this important discovery. In the spirit of compassion, presence, curiosity, and creativity, we can navigate through circumstances that may feel overwhelming.
My clients tend to be high-functioning individuals dealing with life stressors and challenging transitions which are often experiencing depression, anxiety, and obsessive thinking.
My name is Robert (Bob) Hirsch, and I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. I have been in practice for 25 years and have worked with adults primarily from many communities. My overall approach involves cognitive behavioral therapy combined with coaching techniques. I see therapy as a dialogue - supporting people in the direction they want to pursue. I work with adults both in the straight and LGBTQ communities and have a lot of cross-cultural experience.
My clients tend to be high-functioning individuals dealing with life stressors and challenging transitions which are often experiencing depression, anxiety, and obsessive thinking.
My name is Robert (Bob) Hirsch, and I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. I have been in practice for 25 years and have worked with adults primarily from many communities. My overall approach involves cognitive behavioral therapy combined with coaching techniques. I see therapy as a dialogue - supporting people in the direction they want to pursue. I work with adults both in the straight and LGBTQ communities and have a lot of cross-cultural experience.
Although I have extensive experience working with children, I currently focus on working with adults that are experiencing depression or anxiety, trauma, parents, especially mothers, mood disorders, and adjustment disorders.
My name is Marine Soriano, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I am primarily a Person-Centered therapist; however, I incorporate other modalities as I see fit based on each individual and their needs. My primary areas of focus and expertise are working with individuals with depression, anxiety, parenting, and family issues. I am primarily a person-centered clinician, meaning I aim to empower you to take control of your life and decisions without judgment but with support.
Although I have extensive experience working with children, I currently focus on working with adults that are experiencing depression or anxiety, trauma, parents, especially mothers, mood disorders, and adjustment disorders.
My name is Marine Soriano, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I am primarily a Person-Centered therapist; however, I incorporate other modalities as I see fit based on each individual and their needs. My primary areas of focus and expertise are working with individuals with depression, anxiety, parenting, and family issues. I am primarily a person-centered clinician, meaning I aim to empower you to take control of your life and decisions without judgment but with support.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been doing this for 20 years. It is important to build rapport and give honest feedback. You will likely find me asking questions or trying to understand something better so that I can better support you. I typically Worker with adults ages 18+. I typically do individual therapy. In my 20yrs of practice, I have worked in different areas of this field and am comfortable in any setting. I am most comfortable treating individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, cultural issues,
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been doing this for 20 years. It is important to build rapport and give honest feedback. You will likely find me asking questions or trying to understand something better so that I can better support you. I typically Worker with adults ages 18+. I typically do individual therapy. In my 20yrs of practice, I have worked in different areas of this field and am comfortable in any setting. I am most comfortable treating individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, cultural issues,
My name is Kari Hidalgo, and I am a marriage and family therapist licensed in California and Colorado. I have provided direct counseling services for over ten years and telemental health services for over five years. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families as they navigate different seasons of life. I have helped clients manage trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, stress, pre and postpartum depression, difficult relationships, and parenting challenges while encouraging, supporting, holding hope, exploring self-care, and helping them identify healthy boundaries.
My name is Kari Hidalgo, and I am a marriage and family therapist licensed in California and Colorado. I have provided direct counseling services for over ten years and telemental health services for over five years. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families as they navigate different seasons of life. I have helped clients manage trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, stress, pre and postpartum depression, difficult relationships, and parenting challenges while encouraging, supporting, holding hope, exploring self-care, and helping them identify healthy boundaries.
Gracie Berntsen
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Escondido, CA 92025 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I specialize in working with adults navigating life transitions and overwhelm. I thrive working with clients wanting to learn more about themselves and the patterns they are living in. I have experience working with clients managing symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, depression, grief, guilt, life transitions, low self-esteem, and childhood attachment wounds. I am Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) and enjoy working with the perinatal population supporting people through the tough roads of infertility, loss, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting, and beyond.
Hello and welcome! I specialize in working with adults navigating life transitions and overwhelm. I thrive working with clients wanting to learn more about themselves and the patterns they are living in. I have experience working with clients managing symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, depression, grief, guilt, life transitions, low self-esteem, and childhood attachment wounds. I am Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) and enjoy working with the perinatal population supporting people through the tough roads of infertility, loss, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting, and beyond.
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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.