Depression Therapists in National City, CA
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Preferably it would be clients that present with challenges with anxiety and depression as that is the population i have worked most with.
My name is Roxana Chavez and I have my Clinical Social Work license with a credential in Pupil Personnel Services Credential. I have an eclectic approach to providing therapy however, the most common approaches I use in my work are humanistic with a social justice lens. Also, highly psychodynamic. My focus areas of practice have been youth in k-12 experiencing depression and anxiety as well as adults, self-identified victims of domestic violence. I have an eclectic approach to providing therapy however, the most common approaches I use in my work are humanistic with a social justice lens. Also, highly psychodynamic.
Preferably it would be clients that present with challenges with anxiety and depression as that is the population i have worked most with.
My name is Roxana Chavez and I have my Clinical Social Work license with a credential in Pupil Personnel Services Credential. I have an eclectic approach to providing therapy however, the most common approaches I use in my work are humanistic with a social justice lens. Also, highly psychodynamic. My focus areas of practice have been youth in k-12 experiencing depression and anxiety as well as adults, self-identified victims of domestic violence. I have an eclectic approach to providing therapy however, the most common approaches I use in my work are humanistic with a social justice lens. Also, highly psychodynamic.
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My typical client is between 18 and 65 years old of all cultural backgrounds, and I have treated diagnoses such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, psychosis, personality disorders, and PTSD.
Hello, I'm Melissa Barraza, a bilingual Spanish-speaking licensed clinical social worker who is committed to helping you heal from within. My work focuses on how attachment and trauma may impact your worldviews and beliefs, causing an imbalance in everyday functioning and interpersonal relationships. My goal is to help guide your healing process and create peace and harmony in your life. Some of the most common therapeutic approaches I use include attachment theory, trauma-informed practices, CBT, DBT, strengths-based, problem-solving, somatic, and client-centered interventions to help you meet your goals.
My typical client is between 18 and 65 years old of all cultural backgrounds, and I have treated diagnoses such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, psychosis, personality disorders, and PTSD.
Hello, I'm Melissa Barraza, a bilingual Spanish-speaking licensed clinical social worker who is committed to helping you heal from within. My work focuses on how attachment and trauma may impact your worldviews and beliefs, causing an imbalance in everyday functioning and interpersonal relationships. My goal is to help guide your healing process and create peace and harmony in your life. Some of the most common therapeutic approaches I use include attachment theory, trauma-informed practices, CBT, DBT, strengths-based, problem-solving, somatic, and client-centered interventions to help you meet your goals.
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These circumstances can often result in anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns.
My name is Karine Johannes and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Sherman Oaks, California working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with young adults and specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and codependency. My therapeutic style is compassionate, interactive, supportive, and tailored to the unique needs of each individual. My approach is trauma-informed, LGBTQ, and BIPOC-affirming. I assess each person from a holistic perspective and look forward to helping you with your healthcare concerns.
These circumstances can often result in anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns.
My name is Karine Johannes and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Sherman Oaks, California working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with young adults and specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and codependency. My therapeutic style is compassionate, interactive, supportive, and tailored to the unique needs of each individual. My approach is trauma-informed, LGBTQ, and BIPOC-affirming. I assess each person from a holistic perspective and look forward to helping you with your healthcare concerns.
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My client base includes those who have or are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, relational stressors, internal conflict, life transition obstacles, and women's issues.
Hi! My name is Chelsea Mattiello, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I honor you as a unique individual with your own intersection of identities, pain, perceptions, and experiences of the world and I believe your past helps to tell your current story. My approach to therapy is flexible though I commonly utilize the following theories: Person-Centered (allowing you to find your own answers), Acceptance and Commitment (finding value-based intentional action), and Strength-Based (identifying your internal resourcefulness).
My client base includes those who have or are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, relational stressors, internal conflict, life transition obstacles, and women's issues.
Hi! My name is Chelsea Mattiello, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I honor you as a unique individual with your own intersection of identities, pain, perceptions, and experiences of the world and I believe your past helps to tell your current story. My approach to therapy is flexible though I commonly utilize the following theories: Person-Centered (allowing you to find your own answers), Acceptance and Commitment (finding value-based intentional action), and Strength-Based (identifying your internal resourcefulness).
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Candy Taylor-Ceballos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
National City, CA 91950 (Online Only)
It takes courage to address your emotional, spiritual and mental well-being. One of the hardest challenges in life is to discover a new path when you're feeling stuck. You have just taken the hardest step by seeking support from an experienced licensed mental health professional. If you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions or have experienced a traumatic event, I want you to know that you're not alone. I use tele-therapy to offer a safe, non-judgemental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings and underlying issues that may be contributing to your well-being.
It takes courage to address your emotional, spiritual and mental well-being. One of the hardest challenges in life is to discover a new path when you're feeling stuck. You have just taken the hardest step by seeking support from an experienced licensed mental health professional. If you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions or have experienced a traumatic event, I want you to know that you're not alone. I use tele-therapy to offer a safe, non-judgemental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings and underlying issues that may be contributing to your well-being.
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I work primarily with individual adults and work on issues including stress management, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties in a comfortable, non-judgmental setting.
Hi! I’m Sara. My name is Sara Bowerman and I’m a licensed psychologist in California. My approach to clients is to create a positive, supportive relationship to help you identify and reach your goals for growth, change, and achieving the new directions you desire in your life. I’m comfortable treating women, men, LGBTQIA+, varied age ranges, people from varied ethnicities or cultures, and addressing the struggles my clients are currently working on. I enjoy creating an environment that is calm, supportive, and empathic and creating a space for my clients to begin to grow and pursue their goals and objectives in their life.
I work primarily with individual adults and work on issues including stress management, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties in a comfortable, non-judgmental setting.
Hi! I’m Sara. My name is Sara Bowerman and I’m a licensed psychologist in California. My approach to clients is to create a positive, supportive relationship to help you identify and reach your goals for growth, change, and achieving the new directions you desire in your life. I’m comfortable treating women, men, LGBTQIA+, varied age ranges, people from varied ethnicities or cultures, and addressing the struggles my clients are currently working on. I enjoy creating an environment that is calm, supportive, and empathic and creating a space for my clients to begin to grow and pursue their goals and objectives in their life.
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Ileana Gallegos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
National City, CA 91950 (Online Only)
Have you find yourself repeating unwanted patterns in your work, relationships, or other aspects of your life? Are you dealing with feelings of low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety? My therapeutic style tends to be direct yet easy-going, hopeful, and realistic.
I am so excited that you have decided to take this next step in your journey to allow me to assist you with promoting healing, helping you reach desired goals, to become a healthier stronger version of yourself. II have helped individuals with trauma, mental illness, relationship issues, life transitions, and grief and loss. I utilize a variety of techniques including psychodynamic, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral and supportive interventions.
Have you find yourself repeating unwanted patterns in your work, relationships, or other aspects of your life? Are you dealing with feelings of low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety? My therapeutic style tends to be direct yet easy-going, hopeful, and realistic.
I am so excited that you have decided to take this next step in your journey to allow me to assist you with promoting healing, helping you reach desired goals, to become a healthier stronger version of yourself. II have helped individuals with trauma, mental illness, relationship issues, life transitions, and grief and loss. I utilize a variety of techniques including psychodynamic, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral and supportive interventions.
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My name is Ashley Holmes and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide an eclectic type of approach to best fit my clients' needs and provide therapy from a non-judgmental, supportive, and safe approach. I work with various populations including trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, DV, anger management, and more. The most common theoretical approaches I work with include ACT, CBT, DBT, Solution Focused therapy, Strength Based Therapy, Psychodynamic, and Narrative Therapy.
My name is Ashley Holmes and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide an eclectic type of approach to best fit my clients' needs and provide therapy from a non-judgmental, supportive, and safe approach. I work with various populations including trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, DV, anger management, and more. The most common theoretical approaches I work with include ACT, CBT, DBT, Solution Focused therapy, Strength Based Therapy, Psychodynamic, and Narrative Therapy.
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Hello, my name is Lori Davis. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in psychotherapy with a specialty in geriatrics. I feel it is an honor to assist clients as a supportive, collaborative, and empathetic facilitator in mental health, emotional well-being, and developing resilience. I typically work with adults, seniors, and couples dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, health, grief, loss, and parenting issues.
Hello, my name is Lori Davis. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in psychotherapy with a specialty in geriatrics. I feel it is an honor to assist clients as a supportive, collaborative, and empathetic facilitator in mental health, emotional well-being, and developing resilience. I typically work with adults, seniors, and couples dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, health, grief, loss, and parenting issues.
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I understand therapy as a compassionate journey of self-discovery. I believe we have the resources within ourselves to develop happy and meaningful lives and relationships. However, sometimes we get stuck, sidetracked, or distracted by the complex world around us. Past traumas or current stressors put up roadblocks. Partnering with a therapist who is a good fit is one way to navigate challenging times. I can help you with * Personal Growth * Life Transitions * Managing Chronic Illness * Issues of Grief and Loss * LGBT Issues * Spiritual Growth * Anxiety/ Depression * Trauma * Anger Management * Strengthening Relationships * Substance Abuse * Eating Disorders
I understand therapy as a compassionate journey of self-discovery. I believe we have the resources within ourselves to develop happy and meaningful lives and relationships. However, sometimes we get stuck, sidetracked, or distracted by the complex world around us. Past traumas or current stressors put up roadblocks. Partnering with a therapist who is a good fit is one way to navigate challenging times. I can help you with * Personal Growth * Life Transitions * Managing Chronic Illness * Issues of Grief and Loss * LGBT Issues * Spiritual Growth * Anxiety/ Depression * Trauma * Anger Management * Strengthening Relationships * Substance Abuse * Eating Disorders
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Robin M Grossman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
National City, CA 91950
You may be dealing with feelings of low self-esteem, depression or anxiety. You may find yourself repeating unwanted patterns in your work, relationships, or other aspects of your life. Perhaps you are struggling within your current intimate relationship, or are having difficulty finding a satisfying relationship.
You may be dealing with feelings of low self-esteem, depression or anxiety. You may find yourself repeating unwanted patterns in your work, relationships, or other aspects of your life. Perhaps you are struggling within your current intimate relationship, or are having difficulty finding a satisfying relationship.
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Hello, my name is Christie Chu. I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in California and a licensed professional counselor in Texas. I'm a mother of 11-year-old twins, and have a great deal of life experience dealing with many of the issues my patients face. I work with clients with mood disorders, including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I work with couples dealing with infertility, relational violence, Child Abuse, and LGBTQ issues. In addition, I I work with school issues and I am a credentialed school counselor.
Hello, my name is Christie Chu. I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in California and a licensed professional counselor in Texas. I'm a mother of 11-year-old twins, and have a great deal of life experience dealing with many of the issues my patients face. I work with clients with mood disorders, including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I work with couples dealing with infertility, relational violence, Child Abuse, and LGBTQ issues. In addition, I I work with school issues and I am a credentialed school counselor.
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My name is Sami Friedman (she/her) and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in the San Francisco Bay Area, providing telehealth services across California. I work primarily with adolescents and young adults looking for support with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and navigating relationships with themselves and others. I also have experience and advanced training providing neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapy to individuals (or parents of individuals) who identify as neurodivergent.
My name is Sami Friedman (she/her) and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in the San Francisco Bay Area, providing telehealth services across California. I work primarily with adolescents and young adults looking for support with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and navigating relationships with themselves and others. I also have experience and advanced training providing neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapy to individuals (or parents of individuals) who identify as neurodivergent.
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Todd Cospewicz
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
National City, CA 91950
Todd has extensive experience working with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD/ADD, Mood Disorders, Chronic Pain and Disability, Grief, Loss and other Adjustments and Life Transitions,.
Todd Cospewicz is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of California, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Nevada, and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Colorado He received his Master of Science in Counseling from California State University, Los Angeles with a concentration in Mental Health Counseling and a Minor in Rehabilitation Counseling. He believes in the unique experiences that shape who we are through life experiences that develop core beliefs.
Todd has extensive experience working with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD/ADD, Mood Disorders, Chronic Pain and Disability, Grief, Loss and other Adjustments and Life Transitions,.
Todd Cospewicz is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of California, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Nevada, and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Colorado He received his Master of Science in Counseling from California State University, Los Angeles with a concentration in Mental Health Counseling and a Minor in Rehabilitation Counseling. He believes in the unique experiences that shape who we are through life experiences that develop core beliefs.
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My name is Alison, and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. I specialize in anxiety and depression and work with clients to increase their self-efficacy through building their sense of control and self-understanding. I typically work with adults addressing anxiety and depression that may have become more apparent due to stressors, relationship difficulties, transitions, life experiences, health changes, and sometimes a compounding of all the above. I work to help my clients navigate these transition periods and to build skills to allow them to feel more confident about themselves and their ability to tackle future difficulties.
My name is Alison, and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. I specialize in anxiety and depression and work with clients to increase their self-efficacy through building their sense of control and self-understanding. I typically work with adults addressing anxiety and depression that may have become more apparent due to stressors, relationship difficulties, transitions, life experiences, health changes, and sometimes a compounding of all the above. I work to help my clients navigate these transition periods and to build skills to allow them to feel more confident about themselves and their ability to tackle future difficulties.
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My name is Elaine Ahmad (she/her) and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been practicing for more than twenty years in the Los Angeles area. I offer in-person counseling to those who live locally and virtual counseling across California. I identify as someone within the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities and have worked with these populations throughout my career as a therapist. I am particularly drawn to working with teens and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and phase-of-life issues. I spent many years working with people dealing with health concerns and new medical diagnoses.
My name is Elaine Ahmad (she/her) and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been practicing for more than twenty years in the Los Angeles area. I offer in-person counseling to those who live locally and virtual counseling across California. I identify as someone within the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities and have worked with these populations throughout my career as a therapist. I am particularly drawn to working with teens and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and phase-of-life issues. I spent many years working with people dealing with health concerns and new medical diagnoses.
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Hello! I'm Shawna, and I'm excited you're here! Each person seeks therapy for a variety of reasons and in a number of different situations. I aim to help each individual feel comfortable beginning therapy and meet you wherever you're at. I'm experienced in areas of adoption and infertility, childhood trauma and abuse, as well as depression and anxiety.
Hello! I'm Shawna, and I'm excited you're here! Each person seeks therapy for a variety of reasons and in a number of different situations. I aim to help each individual feel comfortable beginning therapy and meet you wherever you're at. I'm experienced in areas of adoption and infertility, childhood trauma and abuse, as well as depression and anxiety.
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Hello! My name is Dr. Lentz and I have been practicing in the field of psychology for over 10 years. I have assisted those in need from young children to the elderly ranging in wide variety of challenges including but not limited to anxiety, depression, academic, behavioral, career, marital and other mental health conditions.
Hello! My name is Dr. Lentz and I have been practicing in the field of psychology for over 10 years. I have assisted those in need from young children to the elderly ranging in wide variety of challenges including but not limited to anxiety, depression, academic, behavioral, career, marital and other mental health conditions.
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I work with clients who have anger issues, depression, anxiety, and trauma (PTSD).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LSCW) who is passionate about supporting my clients through challenges and adversity. I believe we can all overcome, grow, and heal to experience joy and well-being in our lives. We will work together to create a treatment plan based on your goals and priorities. Our first session will be always include empathy and support. The therapeutic alliance between clinician and client is extremely important to me. Clients will be commended for taking the courageous step of seeking mental health services that can lead to positive change, joy, and well-being.
I work with clients who have anger issues, depression, anxiety, and trauma (PTSD).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LSCW) who is passionate about supporting my clients through challenges and adversity. I believe we can all overcome, grow, and heal to experience joy and well-being in our lives. We will work together to create a treatment plan based on your goals and priorities. Our first session will be always include empathy and support. The therapeutic alliance between clinician and client is extremely important to me. Clients will be commended for taking the courageous step of seeking mental health services that can lead to positive change, joy, and well-being.
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Hello, I am Dani Castleberry a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have a passion for all folks from all walks of life with most of my experience being with teenagers, young adults, and older adults. I approach all client's as their own individual experts while serving as a guide. Some focus areas have been Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, life transitions, addiction, parenthood, and postpartum challenges.As a trained social worker I guide my practice utilizing Systems Theory.
Hello, I am Dani Castleberry a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have a passion for all folks from all walks of life with most of my experience being with teenagers, young adults, and older adults. I approach all client's as their own individual experts while serving as a guide. Some focus areas have been Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, life transitions, addiction, parenthood, and postpartum challenges.As a trained social worker I guide my practice utilizing Systems Theory.
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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.