Depression Therapists in Indio, CA

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Amanda Medina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92203  (Online Only)
My areas of expertise include: Anger Management, Stress Management, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Substance Abuse, Addiction, Grief and Loss, Relationship Issues, Adoptions, Womens Issues and Life Transitions.
Hi, I'm Amanda, I'm a Hispanic Mexican American, culturally sensitive psychotherapist. I am known for my warm, caring, family-oriented personality. With more than 20 years of experience working with children, teens, adults and seniors. I've worked in children community mental health, crisis intervention and substance abuse treatment. I'm experienced with anxiety, depression, anger management, behavioral issues, relationship issues, adoption, womens issues and life transitions.
My areas of expertise include: Anger Management, Stress Management, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Substance Abuse, Addiction, Grief and Loss, Relationship Issues, Adoptions, Womens Issues and Life Transitions.
Hi, I'm Amanda, I'm a Hispanic Mexican American, culturally sensitive psychotherapist. I am known for my warm, caring, family-oriented personality. With more than 20 years of experience working with children, teens, adults and seniors. I've worked in children community mental health, crisis intervention and substance abuse treatment. I'm experienced with anxiety, depression, anger management, behavioral issues, relationship issues, adoption, womens issues and life transitions.
(760) 971-5585 View (760) 971-5585
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Alex Avila
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Indio, CA 92201
  I believe we are more than the sum of our parts; you are more than your depression, than your mistakes, or last panic attack!.
Living with anxiety, fear, worry, and depression can feel very discouraging, sometimes hopeless,  and these feelings can grow to be so BIG that they inevitably impact our relationships, work, dreams and goals. If you're reading this today, you might be feeling sick and tired of being sick and tired; you might feel desperate, you may have hit rock bottom or perhaps you're just hoping, praying, to find relief and a chance at something better.
  I believe we are more than the sum of our parts; you are more than your depression, than your mistakes, or last panic attack!.
Living with anxiety, fear, worry, and depression can feel very discouraging, sometimes hopeless,  and these feelings can grow to be so BIG that they inevitably impact our relationships, work, dreams and goals. If you're reading this today, you might be feeling sick and tired of being sick and tired; you might feel desperate, you may have hit rock bottom or perhaps you're just hoping, praying, to find relief and a chance at something better.
(760) 463-0381 View (760) 463-0381
Carmen Saenz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92203  (Online Only)
I am the provider for you if you are experiencing imposter syndrome, grief, anxiety, depression, communication and relationship challenges.
Creating a meaningful and fulfilling life with self love and compassion is something we all desire. Often self-doubt, fear, sadness, hurt, and disappointment plague our self-esteem and self-worth. Impacting the mindset leading to critical and judgmental thoughts about the self and others. This negative self-talk manifests into unhelpful behaviors and feeds the depression as well as the anxiety individuals experience. Guidance and support through evidence practices helps shift the mindset and modify behaviors that lead to a more fulfilling day to day experiences.
I am the provider for you if you are experiencing imposter syndrome, grief, anxiety, depression, communication and relationship challenges.
Creating a meaningful and fulfilling life with self love and compassion is something we all desire. Often self-doubt, fear, sadness, hurt, and disappointment plague our self-esteem and self-worth. Impacting the mindset leading to critical and judgmental thoughts about the self and others. This negative self-talk manifests into unhelpful behaviors and feeds the depression as well as the anxiety individuals experience. Guidance and support through evidence practices helps shift the mindset and modify behaviors that lead to a more fulfilling day to day experiences.
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Alan Richardson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92201
Alan Richardson-LCSW I am primarily interested in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to assist individuals who are struggling with issues of anxiety and depression. I have extensive experience working with older adults and issues of aging. I also have experience with individuals on the Autism Spectrum and challenges faced by families of persons on the Autism Spectrum. I am primarily interested in working with adults. I am interested in assisting clients to address issues of anxiety, depression and low self esteem.
Alan Richardson-LCSW I am primarily interested in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to assist individuals who are struggling with issues of anxiety and depression. I have extensive experience working with older adults and issues of aging. I also have experience with individuals on the Autism Spectrum and challenges faced by families of persons on the Autism Spectrum. I am primarily interested in working with adults. I am interested in assisting clients to address issues of anxiety, depression and low self esteem.
(760) 289-3397 View (760) 289-3397
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Nora Escobar-Mandujano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92201
As a bilingual therapist I am committed to help clients feel comfortable in therapy to reflect on issues and help them make positive changes. I provide individual psychotherapy to adults who are feeling depressed, anxious, grieving because of life transitions. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I have had extensive training "evidence-based" therapy: "Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Late-Life Depression" developed at Stanford University School of Medicine.) CBT focuses on changing thoughts and behaviors to improve mood.
As a bilingual therapist I am committed to help clients feel comfortable in therapy to reflect on issues and help them make positive changes. I provide individual psychotherapy to adults who are feeling depressed, anxious, grieving because of life transitions. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I have had extensive training "evidence-based" therapy: "Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Late-Life Depression" developed at Stanford University School of Medicine.) CBT focuses on changing thoughts and behaviors to improve mood.
(442) 245-3769 View (442) 245-3769
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Theresa Palafox
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92201
For the past 5 years, I have worked with adolescents, young adults, and TAY maneuvering their way around social pressures, anxiety, depression, friendships, and generational trauma.
Hi! Hola! My name is Theresa Nayelie, and I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in San Diego, CA, and practicing statewide via telehealth. Prior to being licensed, I worked as an Associate with incarcerated youth, TAY, young adults, Victims of Human Trafficking, and school-based children and their families. In my free time, I like to hang out at different coffee shops and go hiking on the weekends! I am excited to collaborate with you to maximize your goals and unlock all the energy you have in you!
For the past 5 years, I have worked with adolescents, young adults, and TAY maneuvering their way around social pressures, anxiety, depression, friendships, and generational trauma.
Hi! Hola! My name is Theresa Nayelie, and I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in San Diego, CA, and practicing statewide via telehealth. Prior to being licensed, I worked as an Associate with incarcerated youth, TAY, young adults, Victims of Human Trafficking, and school-based children and their families. In my free time, I like to hang out at different coffee shops and go hiking on the weekends! I am excited to collaborate with you to maximize your goals and unlock all the energy you have in you!
(760) 919-4616 View (760) 919-4616
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Kemi Alemoh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92201
Hello, my name is Kemi Alemoh, LCSW. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. My clientele I work with varies by client coming in for services. I work with all populations, my area of specialty is children 0-5 years of age, families' teens, and adults. I work with clients from ages 0-5 years old, children, teens and adults. I work with clients that have depression, anxiety, trauma, work stress, parenting, behavioral management for children, coping skills and job stress. Every client that comes in for therapy is different and I meet you the client where you are at we start from there.
Hello, my name is Kemi Alemoh, LCSW. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. My clientele I work with varies by client coming in for services. I work with all populations, my area of specialty is children 0-5 years of age, families' teens, and adults. I work with clients from ages 0-5 years old, children, teens and adults. I work with clients that have depression, anxiety, trauma, work stress, parenting, behavioral management for children, coping skills and job stress. Every client that comes in for therapy is different and I meet you the client where you are at we start from there.
(760) 316-6883 View (760) 316-6883
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Cynthia Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92203
My name is Cynthia Thomas, LMFT. I am a trauma therapist who typically works with individuals who are adults that are ready to take a look at how the past influences current challenges in life. Trauma shows up in different ways for different people. It could look like feeling anxious, depressed, having relationship issues, or just not having a solid sense of who I am. I work on a few different aspects including the connection between our minds and bodies, our thoughts, different parts of ourselves, and EMDR so you can walk towards healing.
My name is Cynthia Thomas, LMFT. I am a trauma therapist who typically works with individuals who are adults that are ready to take a look at how the past influences current challenges in life. Trauma shows up in different ways for different people. It could look like feeling anxious, depressed, having relationship issues, or just not having a solid sense of who I am. I work on a few different aspects including the connection between our minds and bodies, our thoughts, different parts of ourselves, and EMDR so you can walk towards healing.
(442) 202-1304 View (442) 202-1304
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Barbara Lynn Breitman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92203  (Online Only)
Change is possible by uncovering and working on healing those issues that often lead to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship problems.
The foundation of every relationship begins with communication and understanding, whether as an individual or as a couple. We will work together to enhance communication and interpersonal skills and achieve the fulfilling relationships you want and deserve. Also, if you're having symptoms of depression and/or anxiety and feel alone, overwhelmed and have difficulty getting through your day, we will first explore understanding where these feelings come from. My goal is to build on your strengths and incorporate positive coping skills and tools to help alleviate these feelings and be able to live your life to the fullest.
Change is possible by uncovering and working on healing those issues that often lead to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship problems.
The foundation of every relationship begins with communication and understanding, whether as an individual or as a couple. We will work together to enhance communication and interpersonal skills and achieve the fulfilling relationships you want and deserve. Also, if you're having symptoms of depression and/or anxiety and feel alone, overwhelmed and have difficulty getting through your day, we will first explore understanding where these feelings come from. My goal is to build on your strengths and incorporate positive coping skills and tools to help alleviate these feelings and be able to live your life to the fullest.
(760) 200-1889 View (760) 200-1889
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Susan McGarry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92201
I have worked for over twenty years with clients who have been/are in toxic relationships and struggle with self-esteem, depression, and anxiety.
I'm Susan McGarry LCSW, with over twenty years working with clients who are experiencing depression and anxiety as they work through life transitions, including relationships with Intimate Partner Violence. I work with adults who are experiencing depression and anxiety as they navigate through life transitions. I additionally have twenty years of experience working with clients who have been or are in relationships with Intimate Partner Violence. I have also worked with clients who have Child Protective Services involvement.
I have worked for over twenty years with clients who have been/are in toxic relationships and struggle with self-esteem, depression, and anxiety.
I'm Susan McGarry LCSW, with over twenty years working with clients who are experiencing depression and anxiety as they work through life transitions, including relationships with Intimate Partner Violence. I work with adults who are experiencing depression and anxiety as they navigate through life transitions. I additionally have twenty years of experience working with clients who have been or are in relationships with Intimate Partner Violence. I have also worked with clients who have Child Protective Services involvement.
(209) 353-9251 View (209) 353-9251
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Paula Mierzejewski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92203
I typically work with children and adolescents who are experiencing anxiety and depression.
Hello. My name is Paula Mierzejewski, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I see children, adolescents and adults up to the age of 65. My specialties are anxiety and depression. I started my practice later in life and believe my life's experiene makes me a better therapist. I used to work in a law firm and developed severe migraines and knew I needed to move onto a new career. So at 57, I started my journey in graduate school and finished when I was 60. What drives me to do this work is that I know how debilitating anxiety and depression are.
I typically work with children and adolescents who are experiencing anxiety and depression.
Hello. My name is Paula Mierzejewski, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I see children, adolescents and adults up to the age of 65. My specialties are anxiety and depression. I started my practice later in life and believe my life's experiene makes me a better therapist. I used to work in a law firm and developed severe migraines and knew I needed to move onto a new career. So at 57, I started my journey in graduate school and finished when I was 60. What drives me to do this work is that I know how debilitating anxiety and depression are.
(760) 527-2966 View (760) 527-2966
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Pamela J. Adams, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92201  (Online Only)
I also provide individual or family counseling to help you with anxiety, depression, or other life and health issues.
The decision to talk to a counselor can be a challenging one. I offer you a supportive, warm environment in which to explore your personal life issues, family dynamics, couple concerns, and employee challenges. Together we can help you create more satisfaction and joy in your life--no matter the issue!
I also provide individual or family counseling to help you with anxiety, depression, or other life and health issues.
The decision to talk to a counselor can be a challenging one. I offer you a supportive, warm environment in which to explore your personal life issues, family dynamics, couple concerns, and employee challenges. Together we can help you create more satisfaction and joy in your life--no matter the issue!
(760) 523-2866 View (760) 523-2866
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Taylor Higgins
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92203
Life is full of ups and downs and we can all use some help navigating the trials we face. I'm passionate about helping people to work through whatever challenges they are facing. I've worked with clients facing depression, anxiety, and a host of other issues. Additionally, I practice from a trauma-informed perspective as I believe its incredibly important to acknowledge the life changing events that have shaped who we are as humans.
Life is full of ups and downs and we can all use some help navigating the trials we face. I'm passionate about helping people to work through whatever challenges they are facing. I've worked with clients facing depression, anxiety, and a host of other issues. Additionally, I practice from a trauma-informed perspective as I believe its incredibly important to acknowledge the life changing events that have shaped who we are as humans.
(323) 205-7088 View (323) 205-7088
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Vanessa Jiroutek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92201
If you are looking for a therapist and need support, sometimes it can be difficult to choose or a discouraging process to find the right therapist to connect with. Imagine a place where you can be yourself. work towards personal goals and growth, free of judgment, with an objective professional. I work with a wide range of clients who are dealing with various issues including depression, mood disorders, OCD, ADHD, acute stress, trauma, anxiety, addictive behaviors, LGBT issues, codependency, grief and loss, life transitions, and marital issues, such as infidelity and strengthening communication skills.
If you are looking for a therapist and need support, sometimes it can be difficult to choose or a discouraging process to find the right therapist to connect with. Imagine a place where you can be yourself. work towards personal goals and growth, free of judgment, with an objective professional. I work with a wide range of clients who are dealing with various issues including depression, mood disorders, OCD, ADHD, acute stress, trauma, anxiety, addictive behaviors, LGBT issues, codependency, grief and loss, life transitions, and marital issues, such as infidelity and strengthening communication skills.
(858) 290-7118 View (858) 290-7118
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Rupal Doshi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92203
My area of expertise includes working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, family problems, grief, self-esteem/confidence, adult life transitions, relationship problems, anger/stress management, and ADHD, to note a few areas of client focus.
Hello, my name is Rupal Doshi Wilcox. I am a practicing Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, whose career spans working with multiple private and public health organizations and hospitals. I am specialized in Mindfulness Based Therapies such as MBSR, MSC, and MBCT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Level one and two Gottman Couples Therapy, and Feedback Informed Therapy.
My area of expertise includes working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, family problems, grief, self-esteem/confidence, adult life transitions, relationship problems, anger/stress management, and ADHD, to note a few areas of client focus.
Hello, my name is Rupal Doshi Wilcox. I am a practicing Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, whose career spans working with multiple private and public health organizations and hospitals. I am specialized in Mindfulness Based Therapies such as MBSR, MSC, and MBCT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Level one and two Gottman Couples Therapy, and Feedback Informed Therapy.
(559) 354-4971 View (559) 354-4971
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Kaela Bonafede
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92201
I'm Kaela A. Bonafede a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I have been a practicing clinician for over 5 years tailoring my approach to meet my clients' needs. I have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship distress. When I'm not practicing therapy, you can find me spending time in nature.
I'm Kaela A. Bonafede a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I have been a practicing clinician for over 5 years tailoring my approach to meet my clients' needs. I have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship distress. When I'm not practicing therapy, you can find me spending time in nature.
(831) 318-3314 View (831) 318-3314
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Denise Chmiel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92201
Hello, my name is Denise Chmiel. I am a Marriage & Family Therapist in the State of California. My work with clients is client-centered, solution-focused, and trauma-informed. I approach my clients respectfully, warmly, and with a sincere desire to assist them with gaining insight, achieving their therapeutic goals, and feeling better. I am comfortable working with adults, older adults, and adolescents who are experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, sadness, and loneliness or who are stuck in situations that feel hopeless.
Hello, my name is Denise Chmiel. I am a Marriage & Family Therapist in the State of California. My work with clients is client-centered, solution-focused, and trauma-informed. I approach my clients respectfully, warmly, and with a sincere desire to assist them with gaining insight, achieving their therapeutic goals, and feeling better. I am comfortable working with adults, older adults, and adolescents who are experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, sadness, and loneliness or who are stuck in situations that feel hopeless.
(559) 550-6946 View (559) 550-6946
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Christina Granillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indio, CA 92201  (Online Only)
Depression and Anxiety can take over, children react negatively, and adults begin feeling stuck.
Click on my website to check for available appointments or to schedule a consult. Seeking therapy is not always easy, but if you're here, you've taken the first step. If you're feeling lost, overwhelmed, tired of doing the same things without getting different results, come give therapy a try. With the help of different therapeutic disciplines, we can work through depression, anxiety, anger, relational problems, and so much more. EMDR focused.
Depression and Anxiety can take over, children react negatively, and adults begin feeling stuck.
Click on my website to check for available appointments or to schedule a consult. Seeking therapy is not always easy, but if you're here, you've taken the first step. If you're feeling lost, overwhelmed, tired of doing the same things without getting different results, come give therapy a try. With the help of different therapeutic disciplines, we can work through depression, anxiety, anger, relational problems, and so much more. EMDR focused.
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Laura Spera
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92203  (Online Only)
This can present itself in stress, anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders.
Hi there, I'm Laura! My name is Laura Spera, and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist based in Fresno, California working statewide via Telehealth. I work with adults of all ages and couples and specialize in anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders. I use Client-Centered Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help my clients begin to feel better, find hope and make progress. When working with clients and couples I base my approach on their individual needs. I find that Client-Centered Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy complement well together.
This can present itself in stress, anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders.
Hi there, I'm Laura! My name is Laura Spera, and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist based in Fresno, California working statewide via Telehealth. I work with adults of all ages and couples and specialize in anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders. I use Client-Centered Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help my clients begin to feel better, find hope and make progress. When working with clients and couples I base my approach on their individual needs. I find that Client-Centered Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy complement well together.
(661) 465-3782 View (661) 465-3782
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Heather Giezendanner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92203
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working in the areas of depression, trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, and major life stressors. I have a warm, reflective, and collaborative style. I utilize a client-centered approach that focuses on achieving the goals that you want to accomplish. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness into my work. I help you look at your thoughts to see how they are impacting your life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working in the areas of depression, trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, and major life stressors. I have a warm, reflective, and collaborative style. I utilize a client-centered approach that focuses on achieving the goals that you want to accomplish. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness into my work. I help you look at your thoughts to see how they are impacting your life.
(760) 493-7205 View (760) 493-7205
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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.