Depression Therapists in La Mirada, CA
Rebecca Langenwalter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Mirada, CA 90638
Clients come to me for issues of depression, anxiety, anger, relationship difficulties, substance abuse, and personal growth.
If you are experiencing emotional distress on a regular basis, the strategies you are using to fix problems may need to be revised. Its time to seek help. I provide a supportive place for you to talk about the issues you are facing. In a collaborative and personalized approach, I help my clients gain insight and enact changes, leading to more intimate connections with the significant people in their lives. I provide short term and long term therapy for teens, couples, families, and individuals. My expertise includes addressing past trauma or loss, helping teens to find meaning, and couples to reconnect again.
Clients come to me for issues of depression, anxiety, anger, relationship difficulties, substance abuse, and personal growth.
If you are experiencing emotional distress on a regular basis, the strategies you are using to fix problems may need to be revised. Its time to seek help. I provide a supportive place for you to talk about the issues you are facing. In a collaborative and personalized approach, I help my clients gain insight and enact changes, leading to more intimate connections with the significant people in their lives. I provide short term and long term therapy for teens, couples, families, and individuals. My expertise includes addressing past trauma or loss, helping teens to find meaning, and couples to reconnect again.
Hello! My name is Tonia Garnett, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California, offering telehealth therapy to women experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, and relationship issues. I start where you are. Talk and movement can help—processing experiences and emotions and learning to self-regulate utilizing mindfulness, possibly looking back at childhood trauma, and identifying beginnings that could lead to new endings. I've been where you are. I experienced trauma that had me stuck beyond my own understanding.
Hello! My name is Tonia Garnett, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California, offering telehealth therapy to women experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, and relationship issues. I start where you are. Talk and movement can help—processing experiences and emotions and learning to self-regulate utilizing mindfulness, possibly looking back at childhood trauma, and identifying beginnings that could lead to new endings. I've been where you are. I experienced trauma that had me stuck beyond my own understanding.
I believe that therapy is a sacred space where a client and therapist encounter to make transformative changes as a team. My indescribable joy as a therapist is to witness my clients rise from the misery of depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, parenting issues, and troubled relationships. These are my specialties guided by a principle that St. Irenaeus best describes, “a human fully alive is the glory of God.” I help clients connect with their inner potential and resources and build effective coping strategies specific to the personality, lifestyle, and predicament.
I believe that therapy is a sacred space where a client and therapist encounter to make transformative changes as a team. My indescribable joy as a therapist is to witness my clients rise from the misery of depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, parenting issues, and troubled relationships. These are my specialties guided by a principle that St. Irenaeus best describes, “a human fully alive is the glory of God.” I help clients connect with their inner potential and resources and build effective coping strategies specific to the personality, lifestyle, and predicament.
Life gets overwhelming for everyone at times. Whether it’s adjusting to a new life transition, feeling anxious or depressed, coping with past trauma, or relational difficulties with family or partner. Picking a therapist can also be difficult. It is important to find the right fit for you. I provide a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space to help you reach your therapy goals. I build on strengths, teach tools, and provide support as you navigate through this challenging period towards further growth.
Life gets overwhelming for everyone at times. Whether it’s adjusting to a new life transition, feeling anxious or depressed, coping with past trauma, or relational difficulties with family or partner. Picking a therapist can also be difficult. It is important to find the right fit for you. I provide a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space to help you reach your therapy goals. I build on strengths, teach tools, and provide support as you navigate through this challenging period towards further growth.
Hello, my name is Julia Richardson. I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist in the practice of healing emotional stress. I work with individuals, couples, and families who have experienced anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have a special love for working with folks on the Autism spectrum. I enjoy working with adults who want to know about their inner Light and how to access it; to make the decisions and changes they seek. I love working with couples who are trying to salvage, rekindle, or deepen their relationship.
Hello, my name is Julia Richardson. I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist in the practice of healing emotional stress. I work with individuals, couples, and families who have experienced anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have a special love for working with folks on the Autism spectrum. I enjoy working with adults who want to know about their inner Light and how to access it; to make the decisions and changes they seek. I love working with couples who are trying to salvage, rekindle, or deepen their relationship.
Danette Cantrell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
La Mirada, CA 90638
With all the increased challenges and turmoil in the world today many people have felt increasingly overwhelmed, depressed, or anxious. Others are looking for support as they navigate life changes, want to know how to cope with stress better, or have a desire for improved relationships and communication. Some are seeking help for their child who is struggling. If this is you there is hope for change, healing, and growth through therapy. I provide empathic support and assistance in order to identify your personal strengths, heal from past trauma, replace negative patterns that keep you stuck, and learn new ways of coping.
With all the increased challenges and turmoil in the world today many people have felt increasingly overwhelmed, depressed, or anxious. Others are looking for support as they navigate life changes, want to know how to cope with stress better, or have a desire for improved relationships and communication. Some are seeking help for their child who is struggling. If this is you there is hope for change, healing, and growth through therapy. I provide empathic support and assistance in order to identify your personal strengths, heal from past trauma, replace negative patterns that keep you stuck, and learn new ways of coping.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults addressing challenges related to trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, and behavioral problems.
Making the decision to ask for help is one of the hardest first steps to take and it’s also the beginning of your journey toward healing and self discovery.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults addressing challenges related to trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, and behavioral problems.
Making the decision to ask for help is one of the hardest first steps to take and it’s also the beginning of your journey toward healing and self discovery.
Pamela Sue Merino
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Mirada, CA 90638 (Online Only)
Her main goals for her patients include reducing symptoms of anxiety, trauma, and depression, improving overall well-being, and promoting personal growth and resilience.
Pamela Sue Merino, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), from Fullerton, California, who works with adults and adolescents and provides care for patients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma. She has extensive experience with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT and has been a LMFT for the past 3 years but in practice for 10 years. Her treatment approach is rooted in evidence-based practices that focus on the mind-body connection. She studied at California State University, Fullerton, where she obtained a Master of Science degree. She also worked for community health for over 10 years.
Her main goals for her patients include reducing symptoms of anxiety, trauma, and depression, improving overall well-being, and promoting personal growth and resilience.
Pamela Sue Merino, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), from Fullerton, California, who works with adults and adolescents and provides care for patients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma. She has extensive experience with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT and has been a LMFT for the past 3 years but in practice for 10 years. Her treatment approach is rooted in evidence-based practices that focus on the mind-body connection. She studied at California State University, Fullerton, where she obtained a Master of Science degree. She also worked for community health for over 10 years.
Helping others has always been a passion of mine. Throughout the years I have truly enjoyed providing quality psychotherapy to children, adolescents, families, couples, and individuals from all walks of life. I have worked with various populations and age demographics. I have experience working with various types of multicultural couples; victims of trauma, anxiety, depression, and many other debilitating issues. I am here to be of service to you and therefore, I am available throughout the week and also provide Telehealth services.
Helping others has always been a passion of mine. Throughout the years I have truly enjoyed providing quality psychotherapy to children, adolescents, families, couples, and individuals from all walks of life. I have worked with various populations and age demographics. I have experience working with various types of multicultural couples; victims of trauma, anxiety, depression, and many other debilitating issues. I am here to be of service to you and therefore, I am available throughout the week and also provide Telehealth services.
Hello: I am Robert Sawicky, a licensed psychologist. I have many years of experience assisting with the challenges of making a successful marriage and addressing the issues of depression, anxiety, social phobias, self-esteem, and multiple varieties of shameful self-sabotage. My therapeutic orientation is client-centered, eclectic, and very collaborative - utilizing an individualized approach to foster personal empowerment, self-trust, and enhanced self-acceptance. After all, relationships with others are extensions of the relationship we are having with ourselves.
Hello: I am Robert Sawicky, a licensed psychologist. I have many years of experience assisting with the challenges of making a successful marriage and addressing the issues of depression, anxiety, social phobias, self-esteem, and multiple varieties of shameful self-sabotage. My therapeutic orientation is client-centered, eclectic, and very collaborative - utilizing an individualized approach to foster personal empowerment, self-trust, and enhanced self-acceptance. After all, relationships with others are extensions of the relationship we are having with ourselves.
My name is Sonia Herrera and I am a Bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (110397). I received my Master's degree specializing in Marriage, Family and Child counseling in 2011 from California State Los Angeles University. For the past 10 years I have worked with diverse children, teenagers and adults from different backgrounds and ethnicities. I have experience working with clients presenting with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship problems, teen issues, and many others.
My name is Sonia Herrera and I am a Bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (110397). I received my Master's degree specializing in Marriage, Family and Child counseling in 2011 from California State Los Angeles University. For the past 10 years I have worked with diverse children, teenagers and adults from different backgrounds and ethnicities. I have experience working with clients presenting with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship problems, teen issues, and many others.
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Alejandra A Macedo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in the areas of anxiety, depression, relationships, substance abuse, and life transitions. Alejandra treats patients ages 15 and up, using modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Interpersonal Psychotherapy, while maintaining a strengths-based and person-centered approach. She has extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, and seniors from various walks of life, and is passionate about the transformative process of growth and rehabilitation through meaningful connection, humor, and respect.
Alejandra A Macedo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in the areas of anxiety, depression, relationships, substance abuse, and life transitions. Alejandra treats patients ages 15 and up, using modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Interpersonal Psychotherapy, while maintaining a strengths-based and person-centered approach. She has extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, and seniors from various walks of life, and is passionate about the transformative process of growth and rehabilitation through meaningful connection, humor, and respect.
Hello, my name is Katrina Trinh, LMFT - 139557. I value a genuine and authentic encounter in therapy in order for clients to gain better self-awareness and acceptance of their own experiences. I focus on creating a safe environment for clients to process undesirable thoughts/feelings as well as trauma. I have worked a lot with children ages from 0-21 years old; in which my youngest client was 10 months old. I work with children with behavioral challenges, trauma, depression, and suicidal ideation. I provide individual therapy at home and in school-based settings.
Hello, my name is Katrina Trinh, LMFT - 139557. I value a genuine and authentic encounter in therapy in order for clients to gain better self-awareness and acceptance of their own experiences. I focus on creating a safe environment for clients to process undesirable thoughts/feelings as well as trauma. I have worked a lot with children ages from 0-21 years old; in which my youngest client was 10 months old. I work with children with behavioral challenges, trauma, depression, and suicidal ideation. I provide individual therapy at home and in school-based settings.
Hello! My name is Lisa Logan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been providing therapy for the past twenty years to individuals looking to improve their mental health and quality of life. My focus has been on depression, anxiety, anger management, and setting life goals. I am available to provide teletherapy throughout the state of California. My approach suits adults of all ages who are looking to improve their quality of life, relationships, and overall mental health.
Hello! My name is Lisa Logan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been providing therapy for the past twenty years to individuals looking to improve their mental health and quality of life. My focus has been on depression, anxiety, anger management, and setting life goals. I am available to provide teletherapy throughout the state of California. My approach suits adults of all ages who are looking to improve their quality of life, relationships, and overall mental health.
Stacie Ashley-Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAS
Verified Verified
La Mirada, CA 90638
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.
I see psychotherapy as a collaborative process in which everyone has the potential to find their own solutions and make positive changes but may just need some guidance. Whether your therapy goal is to learn how to better cope with relationship issues, life transitions, grief/loss, or even thoughts of self-harm, I can assist and walk with you on that journey. I have a special interest in working with the emotional aspects of women's health issues such as difficulty conceiving as well as perinatal/postpartum depression and anxiety.
I see psychotherapy as a collaborative process in which everyone has the potential to find their own solutions and make positive changes but may just need some guidance. Whether your therapy goal is to learn how to better cope with relationship issues, life transitions, grief/loss, or even thoughts of self-harm, I can assist and walk with you on that journey. I have a special interest in working with the emotional aspects of women's health issues such as difficulty conceiving as well as perinatal/postpartum depression and anxiety.
Humberto Garcia Jr.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
La Mirada, CA 90638
I have years of experience working with at-risk youth, homeless adults with a chronic & persistent mental illness, and in the education system with students of all ages. I am passionate about working with preteens, adolescents, young adults, and individuals. I provide a safe & empathetic space, working with individuals who struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief, identity issues, feelings of hopelessness, stress, low self worth, adjustment to life changes, school related challenges, and relationship conflict. I also have first hand experience with those involved in missions work, those that have been adopted, and those who have lost a parent to a fatal disease.
I have years of experience working with at-risk youth, homeless adults with a chronic & persistent mental illness, and in the education system with students of all ages. I am passionate about working with preteens, adolescents, young adults, and individuals. I provide a safe & empathetic space, working with individuals who struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief, identity issues, feelings of hopelessness, stress, low self worth, adjustment to life changes, school related challenges, and relationship conflict. I also have first hand experience with those involved in missions work, those that have been adopted, and those who have lost a parent to a fatal disease.
Welcome! My name is Elizabeth Davis, and I am licensed in CA. Therapy is considered a partnership. I am here to help guide and support you through times in life where you may be struggling with stress/anxiety, depression, parenthood, family issues, career/entrepreneurship, money/finances, trauma, self-love and relationships. I have familiarity working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, parenting issues, pregnancy/parenting related and relationship issues. CBT, DBT, positive psychology, brainspotting, solution focused, holistic and client centered.
Welcome! My name is Elizabeth Davis, and I am licensed in CA. Therapy is considered a partnership. I am here to help guide and support you through times in life where you may be struggling with stress/anxiety, depression, parenthood, family issues, career/entrepreneurship, money/finances, trauma, self-love and relationships. I have familiarity working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, parenting issues, pregnancy/parenting related and relationship issues. CBT, DBT, positive psychology, brainspotting, solution focused, holistic and client centered.
I typically work with older youth and adults with chronic PTSD and have a history of trying to manage anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.
Hello, my name is Esmeralda Saavedra and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I have over 22 years of experience in assisting individuals, families, and children with PTSD. It would be an honor to work with you and meet you where you are today. My therapeutic application is to hear your story and meet you where you are today. I have a Bowen foundation and I am EMDR trained. Being culturally sensitive as well and intertwining those strengths to develop tools that best meet your needs. It would be an honor to hear your story.
I typically work with older youth and adults with chronic PTSD and have a history of trying to manage anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.
Hello, my name is Esmeralda Saavedra and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I have over 22 years of experience in assisting individuals, families, and children with PTSD. It would be an honor to work with you and meet you where you are today. My therapeutic application is to hear your story and meet you where you are today. I have a Bowen foundation and I am EMDR trained. Being culturally sensitive as well and intertwining those strengths to develop tools that best meet your needs. It would be an honor to hear your story.
I'm Bette Baber, a licensed LMFT who has been practicing for over 12 years. Thank you for taking the first step to achieving your goals. Believing there is a solution to every issue, I help individual clients navigate the trials they face (depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse, and career and life transition issues) using positive treatment models. Having worked in various clinical settings I have also helped children, teens, and families as well as helping clients in crisis and I would love to help you.
I'm Bette Baber, a licensed LMFT who has been practicing for over 12 years. Thank you for taking the first step to achieving your goals. Believing there is a solution to every issue, I help individual clients navigate the trials they face (depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse, and career and life transition issues) using positive treatment models. Having worked in various clinical settings I have also helped children, teens, and families as well as helping clients in crisis and I would love to help you.
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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.