Depression Therapists in Rolling Hills, CA
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Cynthia Haynes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rolling Hills, CA 90274 (Online Only)
If you're struggling with yourself, your self worth, what others think about you, depressed and anxious moods, inability to focus and or to get out of bed, lacking ambition and drive that at one point you had, give me a call - I can help! If your confused about the world, yourself and people around you, reach out and you will see how beneficial and productive therapy can be. You are not alone, and you do not need to feel this way. You are deserving of so much that this life can offer and you will see how much potential you actually have in doing the right thing and in making comfortable and appropriate decision making choices.
If you're struggling with yourself, your self worth, what others think about you, depressed and anxious moods, inability to focus and or to get out of bed, lacking ambition and drive that at one point you had, give me a call - I can help! If your confused about the world, yourself and people around you, reach out and you will see how beneficial and productive therapy can be. You are not alone, and you do not need to feel this way. You are deserving of so much that this life can offer and you will see how much potential you actually have in doing the right thing and in making comfortable and appropriate decision making choices.
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Counseling Adults, Children & Couples
Psychologist, PsyD, MAMFCT, CHYP
Verified Verified
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
Some Adults, Teens and Children in our community face issues of stress, fear of underachieving, depression, body-image concerns, eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia or over-eating), relationship traumas (affairs, divorce, abuse, child custody battles), addictions. Other adults face unsettling retirement, empty nest syndrome, elder care concerns, serious illnesses, definite anxiety and feelings of meaninglessness. Couples become estranged: lacking in communication, connection and emotional or sexual intimacy. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Marriage, Family & Child Therapist and Counselor for over 30 years, Dr. Carol Francis uses multiple researched tools helping individuals, couples, and families create satisfaction and well-being.
Some Adults, Teens and Children in our community face issues of stress, fear of underachieving, depression, body-image concerns, eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia or over-eating), relationship traumas (affairs, divorce, abuse, child custody battles), addictions. Other adults face unsettling retirement, empty nest syndrome, elder care concerns, serious illnesses, definite anxiety and feelings of meaninglessness. Couples become estranged: lacking in communication, connection and emotional or sexual intimacy. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Marriage, Family & Child Therapist and Counselor for over 30 years, Dr. Carol Francis uses multiple researched tools helping individuals, couples, and families create satisfaction and well-being.
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Michele Koenes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, JD
Verified Verified
Rolling Hills, CA 90274 (Online Only)
Do you feel anxious & stressed? Overwhelmed by daily life? Have you ever thought-is this all there is? When you are feeling stuck, it can be hard to isolate what is causing it. You want to feel relief - you want to feel happy. Together we can focus in on the cause and collaborate to find solutions that will work for you. I am here to accompany you on your journey; to provide education, tools, and support to make life’s challenges a little less challenging. I don’t just sit back, I am actively involved in your growth, your success. My focus is to provide you with relief as quickly as possible. Individualized intervention that works!
Do you feel anxious & stressed? Overwhelmed by daily life? Have you ever thought-is this all there is? When you are feeling stuck, it can be hard to isolate what is causing it. You want to feel relief - you want to feel happy. Together we can focus in on the cause and collaborate to find solutions that will work for you. I am here to accompany you on your journey; to provide education, tools, and support to make life’s challenges a little less challenging. I don’t just sit back, I am actively involved in your growth, your success. My focus is to provide you with relief as quickly as possible. Individualized intervention that works!
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Summer Myers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
Rolling Hills, CA 90274 (Online Only)
Anxious perfectionism shows up as shame, self-criticism, stress, and chronic guilt & self-punishment. No matter what you do, you're always falling short. It's exhausting, but you don't really know how to relax. You probably don't sleep so well. Maybe you're first-generation, or the sibling who had to keep it all together, or a grown-up "gifted & talented" kid. Anxious perfectionism may also show up as body tension, severe procrastination & indecision, & difficulty with boundaries and people-pleasing. Perfectionism isn't just a cute word for people with high standards: it impacts everything we do in ways we don't consciously realize.
Anxious perfectionism shows up as shame, self-criticism, stress, and chronic guilt & self-punishment. No matter what you do, you're always falling short. It's exhausting, but you don't really know how to relax. You probably don't sleep so well. Maybe you're first-generation, or the sibling who had to keep it all together, or a grown-up "gifted & talented" kid. Anxious perfectionism may also show up as body tension, severe procrastination & indecision, & difficulty with boundaries and people-pleasing. Perfectionism isn't just a cute word for people with high standards: it impacts everything we do in ways we don't consciously realize.
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Are you struggling with life not working for you? I can help you in your journey of better coping, a feeling of wholeness and peace by looking at what thoughts and behaviors are blocking you from having that life you want. I am a client-centered, cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapist who will walk beside you as you discover wellness and make life long changes to improve your life.
Are you struggling with life not working for you? I can help you in your journey of better coping, a feeling of wholeness and peace by looking at what thoughts and behaviors are blocking you from having that life you want. I am a client-centered, cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapist who will walk beside you as you discover wellness and make life long changes to improve your life.
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Life is filled with ups and downs and sometimes we need some help navigating through it all. Be it a life transition, a loss of a loved one, or a past trauma you want to move forward from, these are events that can make us feel stagnate or even hopeless. This is where therapy can help support you through and I would like to aid you on that journey! My goal is to instill hope and motivation to make the changes in your life that may be keeping you from true happiness.
Life is filled with ups and downs and sometimes we need some help navigating through it all. Be it a life transition, a loss of a loved one, or a past trauma you want to move forward from, these are events that can make us feel stagnate or even hopeless. This is where therapy can help support you through and I would like to aid you on that journey! My goal is to instill hope and motivation to make the changes in your life that may be keeping you from true happiness.
More Therapists Nearby
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Are you depressed or anxious and struggling. You may feel alone and unseen. Psychotherapy and the resultant therapeutic relationship can be a safe place for self exploration and finding new ways to get support and connection. We deal with the underlying reasons, trauma, self esteem early childhood treatment. Relationships may be suffering, work maybe suffering, let’s work together for change and relief.
Are you depressed or anxious and struggling. You may feel alone and unseen. Psychotherapy and the resultant therapeutic relationship can be a safe place for self exploration and finding new ways to get support and connection. We deal with the underlying reasons, trauma, self esteem early childhood treatment. Relationships may be suffering, work maybe suffering, let’s work together for change and relief.
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Lisa Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Major focuses of my practice include relationship issues, depression, self esteem, trauma, job-related issues and grief.
What would it mean to you, to flourish and thrive? How can you use your experiences~all of them~for good? What will we learn from you? How do you want to leave the world a better place because of you? You are that important. I am a Board Certified Diplomat in clinical social work with over thirty-five years of experience. I believe that we learn and teach in every moment, and it is rewarding for me to help clients grow their authentic power. Life is full of lessons, gifts and opportunities, when we learn to receive them.
Major focuses of my practice include relationship issues, depression, self esteem, trauma, job-related issues and grief.
What would it mean to you, to flourish and thrive? How can you use your experiences~all of them~for good? What will we learn from you? How do you want to leave the world a better place because of you? You are that important. I am a Board Certified Diplomat in clinical social work with over thirty-five years of experience. I believe that we learn and teach in every moment, and it is rewarding for me to help clients grow their authentic power. Life is full of lessons, gifts and opportunities, when we learn to receive them.
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At one time or another, life presents challenges in which guidance and support are needed. I can provide to you a confidential, nurturing relationship that will empower you to make clearer choices, reduce stress, and improve coping skills. I specialize in couples therapy and can help you save your relationship! If you suffer from problems that trigger depression and anxiety i can help you to cope better and improve your mood. I have been in practice since 1991 so i have the experience to help you in a caring, nurturing way.
At one time or another, life presents challenges in which guidance and support are needed. I can provide to you a confidential, nurturing relationship that will empower you to make clearer choices, reduce stress, and improve coping skills. I specialize in couples therapy and can help you save your relationship! If you suffer from problems that trigger depression and anxiety i can help you to cope better and improve your mood. I have been in practice since 1991 so i have the experience to help you in a caring, nurturing way.
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Nina Ashrafzadeh
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 (Online Only)
Life is not what it's supposed to be. It's what it is. The way you cope with it is what makes the difference. -Virginia Satir No two people are alike, therefore no two treatment plans are alike. Each individual should have a treatment plan created specifically to meet their needs. Whether you are struggling with Depression, Anxiety, self-esteem, parenting, or are having occupational or educational stressors, I can help!
Life is not what it's supposed to be. It's what it is. The way you cope with it is what makes the difference. -Virginia Satir No two people are alike, therefore no two treatment plans are alike. Each individual should have a treatment plan created specifically to meet their needs. Whether you are struggling with Depression, Anxiety, self-esteem, parenting, or are having occupational or educational stressors, I can help!
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Charlene K. Hecker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274 (Online Only)
I am a licensed psychotherapist in California. I have experience working with individuals contending with stress, anxiety, depression, hopelessness, women's issues, problematic relationships, parenting, grief and loss, life transitions, and end of life issues. My personal approach is warm, open, non-judgmental, and I am committed to providing a safe environment where you can freely explore your interests, determine your goals, realize your strengths and resources, grow into your most authentic self, and lead a more fulfilling, joyful life.
I am a licensed psychotherapist in California. I have experience working with individuals contending with stress, anxiety, depression, hopelessness, women's issues, problematic relationships, parenting, grief and loss, life transitions, and end of life issues. My personal approach is warm, open, non-judgmental, and I am committed to providing a safe environment where you can freely explore your interests, determine your goals, realize your strengths and resources, grow into your most authentic self, and lead a more fulfilling, joyful life.
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Susan Walters
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 (Online Only)
I’m here to help. We all struggle at times. Life changes, trauma, ongoing anxiety and depression can all pop up and prevent you from experiencing joy and satisfaction in your life. Let’s fix this. I’m here to help you restore joy and to support you in being present with yourself and in your relationships. Together we can build your sense of well-being and develop an understanding of what is limiting you. You’ll learn coping strategies to help you through these challenges, increase your mindfulness and put aside the distorted beliefs that are holding you back.
I’m here to help. We all struggle at times. Life changes, trauma, ongoing anxiety and depression can all pop up and prevent you from experiencing joy and satisfaction in your life. Let’s fix this. I’m here to help you restore joy and to support you in being present with yourself and in your relationships. Together we can build your sense of well-being and develop an understanding of what is limiting you. You’ll learn coping strategies to help you through these challenges, increase your mindfulness and put aside the distorted beliefs that are holding you back.
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Together, we delve into traumas, anxiety, depression, and family/relationship challenges, understanding how these stressors impact your life.
Are you struggling with work, relational, and life stressors that have overwhelmed you and you are unsure what to do next? You're trying to open the next chapter in your life, but your past traumas and anxiety stop you. This is where I come in and help guide you in making YOUR right decision. I will help you through your journey in becoming worry-free and assist you in processing unresolved feelings and learning healthy coping skills for emotional distress
Together, we delve into traumas, anxiety, depression, and family/relationship challenges, understanding how these stressors impact your life.
Are you struggling with work, relational, and life stressors that have overwhelmed you and you are unsure what to do next? You're trying to open the next chapter in your life, but your past traumas and anxiety stop you. This is where I come in and help guide you in making YOUR right decision. I will help you through your journey in becoming worry-free and assist you in processing unresolved feelings and learning healthy coping skills for emotional distress
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Dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or relationship issues? Let's have a conversation. I aim to understand your unique challenges and pave a clear path forward. Your success is my priority.
Dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or relationship issues? Let's have a conversation. I aim to understand your unique challenges and pave a clear path forward. Your success is my priority.
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My name is Wesley Ervin, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist living in small town Lemoore, California. I work with adolescents and adults, specializing in anxiety, stress, depression, and queer identity. I work with queer therapy, geek therapy, and an eclectic approach including CCT, CBT, and EFT. I enjoy working with all sorts of clients but tend to be a better fit for queer clients and those who enjoy nerdy interests. I have experience working with a variety of identities withing the LGBTQ+ community, and especially enjoy working with my gender expansive siblings to help them with their transitions.
My name is Wesley Ervin, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist living in small town Lemoore, California. I work with adolescents and adults, specializing in anxiety, stress, depression, and queer identity. I work with queer therapy, geek therapy, and an eclectic approach including CCT, CBT, and EFT. I enjoy working with all sorts of clients but tend to be a better fit for queer clients and those who enjoy nerdy interests. I have experience working with a variety of identities withing the LGBTQ+ community, and especially enjoy working with my gender expansive siblings to help them with their transitions.
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Sierra Rose Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
I work with clients presenting with a number of needs including depression, anxiety, personality or behavioral struggles, trauma, grief and other stressors.
I specialize in working with people who have a desire to improve their daily functioning and quality of life. I want to work with clients to determine what will work best for them and their unique circumstances. I offer therapy for children, adolescents, adults and elders alike.
I work with clients presenting with a number of needs including depression, anxiety, personality or behavioral struggles, trauma, grief and other stressors.
I specialize in working with people who have a desire to improve their daily functioning and quality of life. I want to work with clients to determine what will work best for them and their unique circumstances. I offer therapy for children, adolescents, adults and elders alike.
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Jeanette Buller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Patients with symptoms/diagnoses of Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma, Intimate Partner Violence, Anger Management, Psychotic Disorders, Mood Disorders, Family/Marital Stressors, Forensic (criminal history, or involvement with authorities).
Hi there, I'm Jeanette Buller, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Jeanette's approach to therapy includes seeing you as a whole person, taking into account who you are now and the version of yourself you wish to achieve. Together, we will work on strategies to address the root causes of your difficulties and build meaningful connections to what is most important for you. I look forward to hearing your story and connecting with you in our therapy session.
Patients with symptoms/diagnoses of Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma, Intimate Partner Violence, Anger Management, Psychotic Disorders, Mood Disorders, Family/Marital Stressors, Forensic (criminal history, or involvement with authorities).
Hi there, I'm Jeanette Buller, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Jeanette's approach to therapy includes seeing you as a whole person, taking into account who you are now and the version of yourself you wish to achieve. Together, we will work on strategies to address the root causes of your difficulties and build meaningful connections to what is most important for you. I look forward to hearing your story and connecting with you in our therapy session.
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You are taking the first steps in creating change in your life. The pursuit of health, happiness, and healing are aspects that we all strive for, and that can be accelerated with additional support and insight oriented therapy. In addition to traditional approaches, such as psychodynamic approaches and cognitive behavioral interventions, I utilize mindfulness techniques, Somatic Experiencing, and EMDR. I have experience in treating a variety of condition, such as depression, anxiety, and trauma. Therapy can assist with stress and change of life issues, such as divorce, new parents, health issues, bereavement, or work/peer conflict.
You are taking the first steps in creating change in your life. The pursuit of health, happiness, and healing are aspects that we all strive for, and that can be accelerated with additional support and insight oriented therapy. In addition to traditional approaches, such as psychodynamic approaches and cognitive behavioral interventions, I utilize mindfulness techniques, Somatic Experiencing, and EMDR. I have experience in treating a variety of condition, such as depression, anxiety, and trauma. Therapy can assist with stress and change of life issues, such as divorce, new parents, health issues, bereavement, or work/peer conflict.
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Micaela Meile
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90505 (Online Only)
Are you feeling emotionally exhausted by everyday demands, relationship challenges, college stress, anxiety & depression, or past traumas? You’re not alone. Life can be difficult, but healing is possible. I’m passionate about supporting individuals through life’s uncertainties and challenges. Realizing you’re not alone is powerful and healing. I’m here to offer a steady hand and compassionate heart. By prioritizing your mental health, you’ve already shown great resilience. It would be an honor to help you rediscover peace and confidence. Your story matters and I am here to listen and work with you towards your goals.
Are you feeling emotionally exhausted by everyday demands, relationship challenges, college stress, anxiety & depression, or past traumas? You’re not alone. Life can be difficult, but healing is possible. I’m passionate about supporting individuals through life’s uncertainties and challenges. Realizing you’re not alone is powerful and healing. I’m here to offer a steady hand and compassionate heart. By prioritizing your mental health, you’ve already shown great resilience. It would be an honor to help you rediscover peace and confidence. Your story matters and I am here to listen and work with you towards your goals.
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My name is Ty Bufford, LCSW. I specialize working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, life stressors, relationship issues, generational trauma, grief, addiction, LGBTQ+ issues, and racial trauma. I utilize CBT, motivational interviewing, strength-based therapy, harm reduction, and solution focused therapy in my treatment and consider each person's unique context and cultural background with my interventions and treatment plans. Thank you for taking the first step during these challenging times. Therapy is a journey, and I am here to walk you through this process.
My name is Ty Bufford, LCSW. I specialize working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, life stressors, relationship issues, generational trauma, grief, addiction, LGBTQ+ issues, and racial trauma. I utilize CBT, motivational interviewing, strength-based therapy, harm reduction, and solution focused therapy in my treatment and consider each person's unique context and cultural background with my interventions and treatment plans. Thank you for taking the first step during these challenging times. Therapy is a journey, and I am here to walk you through this process.
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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.