Depression Therapists in Nuevo, CA

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Ruth Nuñez
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC , 9001
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nuevo, CA 92567  (Online Only)
I am a bilingual English-Spanish speaking associate professional clinical counselor, and I'm here to support you on your journey towards healing and self-discovery. Being a teen or young adult can be overwhelming, and it's okay to seek help when facing challenges related to self-esteem, anger, shame, anxiety, or depression. I offer a safe space for you to express your feelings, explore your emotions, and gain valuable insights. Together, we'll develop effective strategies to cope with life's difficulties and foster a healthier sense of self.
I am a bilingual English-Spanish speaking associate professional clinical counselor, and I'm here to support you on your journey towards healing and self-discovery. Being a teen or young adult can be overwhelming, and it's okay to seek help when facing challenges related to self-esteem, anger, shame, anxiety, or depression. I offer a safe space for you to express your feelings, explore your emotions, and gain valuable insights. Together, we'll develop effective strategies to cope with life's difficulties and foster a healthier sense of self.
(951) 463-5217 View (951) 463-5217
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Angelica Soto
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Nuevo, CA 92567
Welcome! I'm Angelica Soto and I am a Licensed Psychologist who believes in change through empowerment. I am highly intuitive and person-centered and can provide tailored support to individuals, couples, and families. I have significant experience treating complex developmental trauma and the symptoms of shame, depression, and anxiety that often go along with traumatic experiences. I have over 13 years of experience working with foster and adoptive families and am certified as an adoption-competent clinician. I use a variety of techniques, including CBT, narrative therapy, art and play therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
Welcome! I'm Angelica Soto and I am a Licensed Psychologist who believes in change through empowerment. I am highly intuitive and person-centered and can provide tailored support to individuals, couples, and families. I have significant experience treating complex developmental trauma and the symptoms of shame, depression, and anxiety that often go along with traumatic experiences. I have over 13 years of experience working with foster and adoptive families and am certified as an adoption-competent clinician. I use a variety of techniques, including CBT, narrative therapy, art and play therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
(562) 568-9656 View (562) 568-9656
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Take the Rein Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Nuevo, CA 92567
Waitlist for new clients
Does anxiety prevent you from enjoying the present moment? Do you feel like anxiety stops you from becoming the best version of yourself? You are certainly not alone. Anxiety, just like with most mental health conditions, often makes people feel stuck, uncertain, and hopeless. As a small practice, our job is to prioritize each person's needs and be the calming center that you can trust. We use empowerment as a tool to help clients with self-esteem issues, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression, and worry. If our clients feel accepted and heard, we believe that they can gain control back of their lives.
Does anxiety prevent you from enjoying the present moment? Do you feel like anxiety stops you from becoming the best version of yourself? You are certainly not alone. Anxiety, just like with most mental health conditions, often makes people feel stuck, uncertain, and hopeless. As a small practice, our job is to prioritize each person's needs and be the calming center that you can trust. We use empowerment as a tool to help clients with self-esteem issues, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression, and worry. If our clients feel accepted and heard, we believe that they can gain control back of their lives.
(951) 498-5805 View (951) 498-5805
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Sandy Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Nuevo, CA 92567
Dealing with life, the every day “stuff,” and emotions can be tough. Don’t be so hard on yourself—healing is a process. I see therapy as a joint venture where our knowledge and skills are combined to create solutions. In my practice I bring kindness, humor, and authenticity with the purpose of creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for my clients to experience freedom. When it comes to treatment, no one size fits all. Because all my clients come from diverse backgrounds with various presenting problems, every therapeutic alliance is unique.
Dealing with life, the every day “stuff,” and emotions can be tough. Don’t be so hard on yourself—healing is a process. I see therapy as a joint venture where our knowledge and skills are combined to create solutions. In my practice I bring kindness, humor, and authenticity with the purpose of creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for my clients to experience freedom. When it comes to treatment, no one size fits all. Because all my clients come from diverse backgrounds with various presenting problems, every therapeutic alliance is unique.
(562) 222-0944 View (562) 222-0944

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Veronica Ibarra
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jacinto, CA 92582
I have experience in working with client concerns such as anxiety, depression, empowerment, self-esteem issues, parenting, and trauma.
My passion for therapy is being able to help others navigate life and meet their maximum potential. I would love to be able to walk alongside you in your journey of self-discovery and healing. More often than not making the call is the biggest acomplishment.
I have experience in working with client concerns such as anxiety, depression, empowerment, self-esteem issues, parenting, and trauma.
My passion for therapy is being able to help others navigate life and meet their maximum potential. I would love to be able to walk alongside you in your journey of self-discovery and healing. More often than not making the call is the biggest acomplishment.
(951) 498-5303 View (951) 498-5303
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Teresa Robles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Perris, CA 92571  (Online Only)
The majority of my work has been with individuals who have experienced negative consequences (anxiety, depression, difficulty sleeping, etc.
My name is Teresa Robles and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I work with teens and adults and specialize in trauma-informed care. I will provide supportive listening, but the real change comes from the active work you do in and out of your therapy sessions. As a trauma-informed therapist my approach to therapy is often tailored to the client's needs being that the main goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment in which healing can be accomplished. I most frequently utilize CBT techniques, but I also find power in art and play therapy interventions as well as strength-based approaches.
The majority of my work has been with individuals who have experienced negative consequences (anxiety, depression, difficulty sleeping, etc.
My name is Teresa Robles and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I work with teens and adults and specialize in trauma-informed care. I will provide supportive listening, but the real change comes from the active work you do in and out of your therapy sessions. As a trauma-informed therapist my approach to therapy is often tailored to the client's needs being that the main goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment in which healing can be accomplished. I most frequently utilize CBT techniques, but I also find power in art and play therapy interventions as well as strength-based approaches.
(805) 669-2143 View (805) 669-2143
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Krista Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Moreno Valley, CA 92551  (Online Only)
Welcome my name is Krista Edwards I’m a licensed in the state of California and Arizona. I have 20 + year of experience in the field of helping clients with trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & bipolar disorder. I also have experience working with depression and bipolar clients. I have been working with children and families. With such vast of knowledge, I believe I am qualified to assist you move on to the next phase of your journey.
Welcome my name is Krista Edwards I’m a licensed in the state of California and Arizona. I have 20 + year of experience in the field of helping clients with trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & bipolar disorder. I also have experience working with depression and bipolar clients. I have been working with children and families. With such vast of knowledge, I believe I am qualified to assist you move on to the next phase of your journey.
(951) 904-6484 View (951) 904-6484
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Melissa Cachopo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Moreno Valley, CA 92551
Struggles that I work closely with are; depression, anxiety, substance use, understanding and exploring one's identity, along with helping you accept yourself for who you are, while working towards specific goals.
Hello, my name is Melissa Cachopo, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is helping you identify who you are by learning to put yourself first. This is a key proponent to my therapeutic process, as it allows you to learn and grow through your life. I take on an approach that includes care and empathy, along with direct support, to help you reach your identified goals.
Struggles that I work closely with are; depression, anxiety, substance use, understanding and exploring one's identity, along with helping you accept yourself for who you are, while working towards specific goals.
Hello, my name is Melissa Cachopo, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is helping you identify who you are by learning to put yourself first. This is a key proponent to my therapeutic process, as it allows you to learn and grow through your life. I take on an approach that includes care and empathy, along with direct support, to help you reach your identified goals.
(951) 379-3273 View (951) 379-3273
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Jordan Morrison
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Moreno Valley, CA 92551
While serving these populations I have treated issues such as complex trauma, sexual abuse, self-harm, major depression, general anxiety, issues with identity or personality, men’s issues, emotional codependency, various forms of stress induced concerns, life transitions, as well as marriage and family relationship problems.
Hello, my name is Jordan Morrison, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 133351) based in Santa Rosa, CA. I am highly experienced in working with adults from diverse cultural or socioeconomic backgrounds, and I specialize in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, immigration issues, men's issues, life transitions, grief, and relationship problems often utilizing a psychodynamic approach. I believe access to mental healthcare should be available to anyone who needs or wants it. Therefore, I have worked extensively with underserved and underrepresented folks from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
While serving these populations I have treated issues such as complex trauma, sexual abuse, self-harm, major depression, general anxiety, issues with identity or personality, men’s issues, emotional codependency, various forms of stress induced concerns, life transitions, as well as marriage and family relationship problems.
Hello, my name is Jordan Morrison, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 133351) based in Santa Rosa, CA. I am highly experienced in working with adults from diverse cultural or socioeconomic backgrounds, and I specialize in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, immigration issues, men's issues, life transitions, grief, and relationship problems often utilizing a psychodynamic approach. I believe access to mental healthcare should be available to anyone who needs or wants it. Therefore, I have worked extensively with underserved and underrepresented folks from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
(760) 313-6820 View (760) 313-6820
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Shirley Altamira
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hemet, CA 92544
My areas of expertise include anxiety, coping skills, depression, self-esteem, stress, trauma, and parenting.
As a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience working alongside children, youth, adults, and families in community mental health, I am excited to be a part of your mental health journey. I'm here to guide you and provide you with the tools to be curious and use your strength to rebuild your life's narrative.
My areas of expertise include anxiety, coping skills, depression, self-esteem, stress, trauma, and parenting.
As a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience working alongside children, youth, adults, and families in community mental health, I am excited to be a part of your mental health journey. I'm here to guide you and provide you with the tools to be curious and use your strength to rebuild your life's narrative.
(562) 553-8112 View (562) 553-8112
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Areli Balvaneda
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Perris, CA 92570
My name is Areli Balvaneda, LMFT 105678. I work under the CBT, DBT, and Interpersonal therapy models. My approach to therapy is based on compassion. Relinquishing the idea that we are meant to be perfect and how more importantly, how our lack of perfection makes us human. Currently, I work with young adults to middle age adults. Addressing childhood trauma, depression, and anxiety. My communication style is compassionate and direct. My approach has helped my clients work through their challenges and not around them.
My name is Areli Balvaneda, LMFT 105678. I work under the CBT, DBT, and Interpersonal therapy models. My approach to therapy is based on compassion. Relinquishing the idea that we are meant to be perfect and how more importantly, how our lack of perfection makes us human. Currently, I work with young adults to middle age adults. Addressing childhood trauma, depression, and anxiety. My communication style is compassionate and direct. My approach has helped my clients work through their challenges and not around them.
(925) 558-9820 View (925) 558-9820
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Christi Bell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hemet, CA 92543
Hello! My name is Christi Bell. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I'm looking forward to working with you! I believe that the best therapy happens in partnership between the therapist and the client. My focus of clinical practice is working with teenagers and adults in the LGBTQIA2S+ community and survivors of trauma. I look forward to getting to know you better! I enjoy working with adolescents and adults up to age 50 who have been diagnosed with depression, anxiety, panic disorder, bipolar disorder, body dysmorphia, and PTSD. I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community and survivors of trauma.
Hello! My name is Christi Bell. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I'm looking forward to working with you! I believe that the best therapy happens in partnership between the therapist and the client. My focus of clinical practice is working with teenagers and adults in the LGBTQIA2S+ community and survivors of trauma. I look forward to getting to know you better! I enjoy working with adolescents and adults up to age 50 who have been diagnosed with depression, anxiety, panic disorder, bipolar disorder, body dysmorphia, and PTSD. I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community and survivors of trauma.
(650) 663-4273 View (650) 663-4273
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Miguel Ramirez-Luna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Perris, CA 92570
Hello, my name is Miguel A Ramirez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that every single person possesses strengths and qualities that are unique. I'm here to help you discover the greatness in you and the things that you are capable of achieving. I have experience helping individuals become a better version of themselves and overcome challenges that have negatively impacted their lives. My areas of expertise are anxiety disorders, panic disorders, trauma, depression, relationship issues, anger management, life transition events, grief, and behavioral issues.
Hello, my name is Miguel A Ramirez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that every single person possesses strengths and qualities that are unique. I'm here to help you discover the greatness in you and the things that you are capable of achieving. I have experience helping individuals become a better version of themselves and overcome challenges that have negatively impacted their lives. My areas of expertise are anxiety disorders, panic disorders, trauma, depression, relationship issues, anger management, life transition events, grief, and behavioral issues.
(562) 393-6064 View (562) 393-6064
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Kim Coshnear
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Moreno Valley, CA 92553
Hello, I am Kim Coshnear, a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California. My mission is to cultivate a nurturing and accepting environment, empowering clients to embrace self-acceptance and pursue transformative changes that enrich their lives. In my practice, I specialize in assisting individuals grappling with depression, anxiety, and addiction, and navigating complex questions about relationships, personal identity, and life's purpose.
Hello, I am Kim Coshnear, a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California. My mission is to cultivate a nurturing and accepting environment, empowering clients to embrace self-acceptance and pursue transformative changes that enrich their lives. In my practice, I specialize in assisting individuals grappling with depression, anxiety, and addiction, and navigating complex questions about relationships, personal identity, and life's purpose.
(951) 357-0969 View (951) 357-0969
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Nancy Reynolds
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Perris, CA 92571
If you have already decided you want to start therapy, then you are possibly motivated to want to change some aspect of your life. Finding a qualified therapist is easy. Finding a therapist you can trust and connect with may be more difficult. I work with my clients to help them understand how anxiety, depression, addiction, or trauma may be getting in the way of living the life they want to live. If you are looking for help to improve your relationships and self-esteem or moving forward with an issue in your life, then I would like to h p you.
If you have already decided you want to start therapy, then you are possibly motivated to want to change some aspect of your life. Finding a qualified therapist is easy. Finding a therapist you can trust and connect with may be more difficult. I work with my clients to help them understand how anxiety, depression, addiction, or trauma may be getting in the way of living the life they want to live. If you are looking for help to improve your relationships and self-esteem or moving forward with an issue in your life, then I would like to h p you.
(559) 934-5486 View (559) 934-5486
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Kathy Tanner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Perris, CA 92570
Congratulations on taking steps toward creating the life and the relationships you desire. My name is Kathy Tanner, and I have been a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California since 2002. I am passionate about working with people who want to heal, grow, and live their best life. Throughout my career, I have specialized in working with children, teenagers, and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I understand and appreciate the complexities of relationships, marriage, parenting, co-parenting, and life transitions.
Congratulations on taking steps toward creating the life and the relationships you desire. My name is Kathy Tanner, and I have been a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California since 2002. I am passionate about working with people who want to heal, grow, and live their best life. Throughout my career, I have specialized in working with children, teenagers, and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I understand and appreciate the complexities of relationships, marriage, parenting, co-parenting, and life transitions.
(562) 655-7596 View (562) 655-7596
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Mark Izquierdo-Gallegos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Perris, CA 92570
I have experience providing therapy to those with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, psychosis, addiction, and personality disorders.
My name is Mark Izquierdo-Gallegos, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles County. I enjoy working with adults who need help with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and/or trauma, often using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients reach their goals. I believe understanding my clients' needs is crucial to determine what type of therapy is best to use. I do take an eclectic approach in order to best serve the needs of my clients, however, Cognitive Behavioral therapy is what I use most.
I have experience providing therapy to those with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, psychosis, addiction, and personality disorders.
My name is Mark Izquierdo-Gallegos, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles County. I enjoy working with adults who need help with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and/or trauma, often using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients reach their goals. I believe understanding my clients' needs is crucial to determine what type of therapy is best to use. I do take an eclectic approach in order to best serve the needs of my clients, however, Cognitive Behavioral therapy is what I use most.
(831) 353-6590 View (831) 353-6590
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Gabrielle Kubulan-Simmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hemet, CA 92543
Hi there! I'm Gabrielle Kubulan-Simmons, but you can call me Gabby. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I work with adult clients statewide via telehealth. My specializations are in anxiety, depression, and stress through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Feminist Therapy, and Solution-Focused Based Therapy. I believe that therapy can not only help with achieving one's goals but also can be used as a tool to gain a better understanding of oneself.
Hi there! I'm Gabrielle Kubulan-Simmons, but you can call me Gabby. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I work with adult clients statewide via telehealth. My specializations are in anxiety, depression, and stress through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Feminist Therapy, and Solution-Focused Based Therapy. I believe that therapy can not only help with achieving one's goals but also can be used as a tool to gain a better understanding of oneself.
(408) 478-9187 View (408) 478-9187
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John Mikail
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Moreno Valley, CA 92551
Hi! My name is John Mikail, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California, and I provide telehealth services to clients statewide. I believe in forming a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients to help support them in overcoming their difficulties. My ideal clients are young adults and working professionals who are seeking support due to changes in life circumstances, symptoms of depression, or anxious mood. I also work with first responders and medical professionals who are experiencing life difficulties or work-related stress.
Hi! My name is John Mikail, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California, and I provide telehealth services to clients statewide. I believe in forming a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients to help support them in overcoming their difficulties. My ideal clients are young adults and working professionals who are seeking support due to changes in life circumstances, symptoms of depression, or anxious mood. I also work with first responders and medical professionals who are experiencing life difficulties or work-related stress.
(669) 205-1608 View (669) 205-1608
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Shano Rodgers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Perris, CA 92571
My name is Dr. Shano Rodgers and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Simi Valley, CA. I see clients statewide through telehealth and I specialize in treating anxiety, grief, depression, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Positive Psychology modalities to help my clients achieve their goals. My style and approach tend to be a good fit for parents who have challenges with their children, adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression or have experienced childhood trauma, as well as relational challenges, professionals who feel stuck, and older adults nearing or in retirement.
My name is Dr. Shano Rodgers and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Simi Valley, CA. I see clients statewide through telehealth and I specialize in treating anxiety, grief, depression, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Positive Psychology modalities to help my clients achieve their goals. My style and approach tend to be a good fit for parents who have challenges with their children, adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression or have experienced childhood trauma, as well as relational challenges, professionals who feel stuck, and older adults nearing or in retirement.
(951) 667-8914 View (951) 667-8914

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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.