Depression Therapists in San Gabriel, CA

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Jedidiah Chun
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91776
Familial conflict, depression, and anxiety are experiences that we have all shared at one point. It is common to feel unprepared and overwhelmed when we come face to face with these situations. When you’re at the end of your rope, do you have people to turn to who will support you? It has become increasingly more common for people to have few social supports to rely on when these troubles come, but you don’t have to face these problems alone.
Familial conflict, depression, and anxiety are experiences that we have all shared at one point. It is common to feel unprepared and overwhelmed when we come face to face with these situations. When you’re at the end of your rope, do you have people to turn to who will support you? It has become increasingly more common for people to have few social supports to rely on when these troubles come, but you don’t have to face these problems alone.
(626) 261-7838 View (626) 261-7838
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Amber Flowers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91776
Hello, my name is Amber Flowers I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT 144645). I trained in a crisis shelter and primarily focused on family conflict, relationships, stress management, mindfulness, and self-esteem. I primarily use CBT and client-centered therapy, and also use solution-focused techniques during therapy with my clients. Most of my experience has been working with families in crisis. I am very familiar with working with clients who are experiencing life-stage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, parenting stress, and burnout.
Hello, my name is Amber Flowers I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT 144645). I trained in a crisis shelter and primarily focused on family conflict, relationships, stress management, mindfulness, and self-esteem. I primarily use CBT and client-centered therapy, and also use solution-focused techniques during therapy with my clients. Most of my experience has been working with families in crisis. I am very familiar with working with clients who are experiencing life-stage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, parenting stress, and burnout.
(949) 528-8590 View (949) 528-8590
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Toni Onkka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91776
My name is Toni Onkka, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, based in Fresno, California. I work with clients throughout California via telehealth. I work with adults over 18 years old. My practice includes a large number of clients over 65 years old. The conditions that are most commonly presented by my clients include depression, anxiety, stress, sexual identity, and aging issues.
My name is Toni Onkka, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, based in Fresno, California. I work with clients throughout California via telehealth. I work with adults over 18 years old. My practice includes a large number of clients over 65 years old. The conditions that are most commonly presented by my clients include depression, anxiety, stress, sexual identity, and aging issues.
(916) 461-1827 View (916) 461-1827
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Wesley Du
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Gabriel, CA 91776
Therapy can be FUN, Exciting, and Healing (with hopefully some good belly laughs too). I get back to everyone within 1-8 hours. You're hesitant since it's your first time in therapy. You feel empty, hopeless, and isolated. Every day is a struggle due to anxiety, depression, life transition. You have family trauma and cultural expectations that have left you shackled. I understand as I have dealt with those same issues too! I help people dealing with depression and anxiety by exploring other possibilities to cope and giving a safe space to fully express themselves honestly and authentically while gaining a sense of individuality.
Therapy can be FUN, Exciting, and Healing (with hopefully some good belly laughs too). I get back to everyone within 1-8 hours. You're hesitant since it's your first time in therapy. You feel empty, hopeless, and isolated. Every day is a struggle due to anxiety, depression, life transition. You have family trauma and cultural expectations that have left you shackled. I understand as I have dealt with those same issues too! I help people dealing with depression and anxiety by exploring other possibilities to cope and giving a safe space to fully express themselves honestly and authentically while gaining a sense of individuality.
(323) 417-7782 View (323) 417-7782
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Tori Dang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91775
I am an Asian American licensed clinical social worker in California with over five years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I provide teletherapy for a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, racial discrimination, and bicultural stress. I also helped many people who had experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don’t believe in stigmatizing labels.
I am an Asian American licensed clinical social worker in California with over five years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I provide teletherapy for a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, racial discrimination, and bicultural stress. I also helped many people who had experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don’t believe in stigmatizing labels.
(626) 507-2964 View (626) 507-2964
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Christina Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91776
Christina’s approach helps individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief and loss, and mood disorders.
Christina Hernandez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience. Christina’s primary experience is in Child Welfare, working with low-income families, abuse and neglect, substance use, and various mental health illnesses. Christina’s experience also includes working with families and individuals impacted by homelessness, chronic and terminal illnesses, and navigating end-of-life decisions including palliative and hospice care.
Christina’s approach helps individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief and loss, and mood disorders.
Christina Hernandez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience. Christina’s primary experience is in Child Welfare, working with low-income families, abuse and neglect, substance use, and various mental health illnesses. Christina’s experience also includes working with families and individuals impacted by homelessness, chronic and terminal illnesses, and navigating end-of-life decisions including palliative and hospice care.
(949) 806-4908 View (949) 806-4908
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Maribel Uribe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91776
I have assisted these clients dealing with depression, anxiety, work stress, PTSD, life transitions, grief & loss, family of origin trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, gender identity and sexuality, and relationship complications.
Hi! My name is Maribel Uribe(She/Her/Ella), and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. By providing safe and non-judgmental support and encouragement, I assist my clients as they heal and reach their goals. We are so often impacted by previous experiences, and we don't always understand how those experiences influence and impact our present. My goal is to support my clients so they gain insight and realize their options. My clients come from diverse cultural backgrounds and with individualized challenges.
I have assisted these clients dealing with depression, anxiety, work stress, PTSD, life transitions, grief & loss, family of origin trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, gender identity and sexuality, and relationship complications.
Hi! My name is Maribel Uribe(She/Her/Ella), and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. By providing safe and non-judgmental support and encouragement, I assist my clients as they heal and reach their goals. We are so often impacted by previous experiences, and we don't always understand how those experiences influence and impact our present. My goal is to support my clients so they gain insight and realize their options. My clients come from diverse cultural backgrounds and with individualized challenges.
(949) 828-5231 View (949) 828-5231
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Mui Leanne Gip
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91775
Hi, my name is Leanne Gip! I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, parenting problems, and career challenges. I have worked as a therapist in community mental health programs, child welfare, schools, acute care hospitals, hospice/home health, and private practice. Additionally, I have served as a consultant for many behavioral health programs.
Hi, my name is Leanne Gip! I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, parenting problems, and career challenges. I have worked as a therapist in community mental health programs, child welfare, schools, acute care hospitals, hospice/home health, and private practice. Additionally, I have served as a consultant for many behavioral health programs.
(559) 242-1395 View (559) 242-1395
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Allegra Jaros
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91776
I have treated children ages 5-18 and their families with a wide range of personal struggles including anxiety, depression, BPD, ASD, ADHD, maladaptive behaviors, and relational issues.
I see the adversities of individuals through a systems lens and strive to empower children, teens, and adults to have healthy relationships with themselves, family, and others in order to live their best lives. I earned a BA in psychology with an emphasis on child development and Autism treatment from UCSD, and later an MA in Marital and Family Therapy from Alliant International University, San Diego.
I have treated children ages 5-18 and their families with a wide range of personal struggles including anxiety, depression, BPD, ASD, ADHD, maladaptive behaviors, and relational issues.
I see the adversities of individuals through a systems lens and strive to empower children, teens, and adults to have healthy relationships with themselves, family, and others in order to live their best lives. I earned a BA in psychology with an emphasis on child development and Autism treatment from UCSD, and later an MA in Marital and Family Therapy from Alliant International University, San Diego.
(805) 576-7793 View (805) 576-7793
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Brionna Kirkendoll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91776
Hello, my name is Brionna Kirkendoll, and I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, CA. I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I specialize in working with children and teens who are experiencing anxiety, stress, grief, depression, difficulties with life transitions and peer relationships. I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for children and teens who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and social pressures. I give praise and support to my clients as they learn and help them understand they are not alone.
Hello, my name is Brionna Kirkendoll, and I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, CA. I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I specialize in working with children and teens who are experiencing anxiety, stress, grief, depression, difficulties with life transitions and peer relationships. I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for children and teens who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and social pressures. I give praise and support to my clients as they learn and help them understand they are not alone.
(209) 821-1753 View (209) 821-1753
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Sarah Caliboso-Soto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91776
I am a highly experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience working with individuals, children, youth, and parents. I am dedicated to my clients and committed to helping people overcome mental health challenges and achieve lasting wellness. I typically work with a diverse range of clients, including adults, children, and adolescents. My skills and training allow me to address a myriad of conditions and challenges. This can include anxiety, depression, trauma, work-related stressors, trauma, and grief and loss.
I am a highly experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience working with individuals, children, youth, and parents. I am dedicated to my clients and committed to helping people overcome mental health challenges and achieve lasting wellness. I typically work with a diverse range of clients, including adults, children, and adolescents. My skills and training allow me to address a myriad of conditions and challenges. This can include anxiety, depression, trauma, work-related stressors, trauma, and grief and loss.
(669) 600-6691 View (669) 600-6691
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Kaylah Cheung
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91775  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, or relationship issues? It can be hard to open up and discuss what your struggles are, but there is hope that things can change for the better. By providing a safe and supportive environment, we can explore what brings you here and how we can improve your life situations. Sometimes by talking things out with a third party, we can get a better understanding of what's going on, how to improve, and adjust to live a better quality of life.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, or relationship issues? It can be hard to open up and discuss what your struggles are, but there is hope that things can change for the better. By providing a safe and supportive environment, we can explore what brings you here and how we can improve your life situations. Sometimes by talking things out with a third party, we can get a better understanding of what's going on, how to improve, and adjust to live a better quality of life.
(818) 798-9627 View (818) 798-9627
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Dr. Regina Chow Trammel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Gabriel, CA 91775
Life is unpredictable, and therapy can provide the support you need to navigate its challenges. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, a history of trauma, stress, or burnout, I'm here to help. Hi! I’m Regina Chow Trammel, PhD, LCSW, and I have successfully treated hundreds of clients throughout my 15+ years of practice using mindfulness, existential, and process-based interventions. I am passionate about helping you move forward toward a life that is meaningful and mindful in all areas. As an expert in Asian American mental health treatment, I understand the unique cultural and social factors that impact mental well-being.
Life is unpredictable, and therapy can provide the support you need to navigate its challenges. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, a history of trauma, stress, or burnout, I'm here to help. Hi! I’m Regina Chow Trammel, PhD, LCSW, and I have successfully treated hundreds of clients throughout my 15+ years of practice using mindfulness, existential, and process-based interventions. I am passionate about helping you move forward toward a life that is meaningful and mindful in all areas. As an expert in Asian American mental health treatment, I understand the unique cultural and social factors that impact mental well-being.
(626) 263-6992 View (626) 263-6992
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Jayme Parvaresh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91776
Most of my experience has been in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, behavioral/conduct issues, adjustment and transitional-related concerns, relational issues, domestic violence, foster care/adoption, and at-risk youth.
Hi, my name is Jayme Parvaresh, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe growth and healing can begin in a safe, nurturing, and trusting space. I use a client-centered/humanistic approach to therapy and prioritize connecting with my clients. Other approaches I find helpful and use throughout the course of treatment include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), strength-based, solution-focused, and teleplay therapy.
Most of my experience has been in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, behavioral/conduct issues, adjustment and transitional-related concerns, relational issues, domestic violence, foster care/adoption, and at-risk youth.
Hi, my name is Jayme Parvaresh, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe growth and healing can begin in a safe, nurturing, and trusting space. I use a client-centered/humanistic approach to therapy and prioritize connecting with my clients. Other approaches I find helpful and use throughout the course of treatment include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), strength-based, solution-focused, and teleplay therapy.
(916) 237-8356 View (916) 237-8356
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Cynthia Mao
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MA, ASW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Gabriel, CA 91776
Hello and welcome. If you're navigating life's twists and turns, struggling with unwanted feelings and mood swings, or dealing with the challenges of today's complex world, you're in the right place. Life can often present us with unexpected transitions, relationship struggles, loneliness, helplessness, and the weight of depression or anxiety. It's especially challenging when you find yourself balancing between different cultures and identities. I want you to know that you're not alone in your journey. I'm here to offer support, understanding, and guidance through these challenges.
Hello and welcome. If you're navigating life's twists and turns, struggling with unwanted feelings and mood swings, or dealing with the challenges of today's complex world, you're in the right place. Life can often present us with unexpected transitions, relationship struggles, loneliness, helplessness, and the weight of depression or anxiety. It's especially challenging when you find yourself balancing between different cultures and identities. I want you to know that you're not alone in your journey. I'm here to offer support, understanding, and guidance through these challenges.
(310) 943-0836 View (310) 943-0836
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Zachary Estrada
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Gabriel, CA 91776  (Online Only)
Taking the step to seek therapy is a powerful act of self-care and a testament to your commitment to your well-being. My work focuses on supporting clients who have anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and more. The needs of my client would include a safe and non-judgmental space to explore their emotions, concerns, and experience. They would benefit from a therapist who is empathic, compassionate, and skilled in evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Taking the step to seek therapy is a powerful act of self-care and a testament to your commitment to your well-being. My work focuses on supporting clients who have anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and more. The needs of my client would include a safe and non-judgmental space to explore their emotions, concerns, and experience. They would benefit from a therapist who is empathic, compassionate, and skilled in evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
(626) 602-1138 View (626) 602-1138
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Sheri Damon Eating Disorder And Wellness Specialist
Counselor, LPCC, LMHC, NBCC
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91776
Have you tried "everything" to address an eating disorder or disordered eating, battling ongoing stress, anxiety or symptoms of depression, struggling with sleep, focus or life transitions? Sheri offers a unique mind-body-spirit-environment mental health approach for experiential learning and healing and a circular eco-conscious view of wellness. Sheri's authored COPER model can be learned virtually and create changes in your day to day life leading to improvement in all aspects. Sheri has decades of expertise in eating disorders/disordered eating, age-related mental health changes, ecotherapy, earth healing, depression and anxiety.
Have you tried "everything" to address an eating disorder or disordered eating, battling ongoing stress, anxiety or symptoms of depression, struggling with sleep, focus or life transitions? Sheri offers a unique mind-body-spirit-environment mental health approach for experiential learning and healing and a circular eco-conscious view of wellness. Sheri's authored COPER model can be learned virtually and create changes in your day to day life leading to improvement in all aspects. Sheri has decades of expertise in eating disorders/disordered eating, age-related mental health changes, ecotherapy, earth healing, depression and anxiety.
(760) 965-3259 View (760) 965-3259
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Beth Field
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91776
My name is Beth Field and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Counselor in California. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of concerns for over 20 years. I have worked with people struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, loss, parenting challenges, and immobilizing frustration. I use a combination of multi-systemic therapies including client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, strength, and solution-based along with a supportive environment. I look forward to connecting with you and working together on the challenges you are facing.
My name is Beth Field and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Counselor in California. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of concerns for over 20 years. I have worked with people struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, loss, parenting challenges, and immobilizing frustration. I use a combination of multi-systemic therapies including client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, strength, and solution-based along with a supportive environment. I look forward to connecting with you and working together on the challenges you are facing.
(310) 361-3623 View (310) 361-3623
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Sheri Damon
Counselor, LMHC, LPCC, NBCC
Verified Verified
San Gabriel, CA 91776
FLIHH specializes in Eating Disorders/disordered eating all ages and genders as well as strategy-focused therapy to address other mental health needs such as anxiety or depression.
The Foundation for Learning and Inspiring Health and Healing (FLIHH) founded by Sheri Damon, LMHC/LPCC/NBCC is an intentionally curated series of services, programs and professionals for effective healing and wellness. FLIHH strives to achieve the highest standards in behavioral health care, training and consultation through mind-body-spirit-environment focused approaches incorporating proven strategies to achieve overall wellness and tools to heal from illness. Inspired by the "Butterflihh Effect" each small change made by the people who experience FLIHH will have a positive impact on him/her/them and the world around us!
FLIHH specializes in Eating Disorders/disordered eating all ages and genders as well as strategy-focused therapy to address other mental health needs such as anxiety or depression.
The Foundation for Learning and Inspiring Health and Healing (FLIHH) founded by Sheri Damon, LMHC/LPCC/NBCC is an intentionally curated series of services, programs and professionals for effective healing and wellness. FLIHH strives to achieve the highest standards in behavioral health care, training and consultation through mind-body-spirit-environment focused approaches incorporating proven strategies to achieve overall wellness and tools to heal from illness. Inspired by the "Butterflihh Effect" each small change made by the people who experience FLIHH will have a positive impact on him/her/them and the world around us!
(781) 831-1197 View (781) 831-1197
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Dr. Winnie Ng
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Gabriel, CA 91775
With over 15 years of professional experience, I specialize in pediatric care, psycho-oncology, perinatal loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, and crisis recovery.
Are you struggling with emotional challenges, seeking guidance, or striving for personal growth? Look no further, as a compassionate and experienced psychologist, I am here to support you on your unique journey towards healing and self-discovery. With a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind, I specialize in addressing a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression to relationship difficulties and self-esteem concerns. My goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore your innermost thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
With over 15 years of professional experience, I specialize in pediatric care, psycho-oncology, perinatal loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, and crisis recovery.
Are you struggling with emotional challenges, seeking guidance, or striving for personal growth? Look no further, as a compassionate and experienced psychologist, I am here to support you on your unique journey towards healing and self-discovery. With a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind, I specialize in addressing a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression to relationship difficulties and self-esteem concerns. My goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore your innermost thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
(626) 322-9986 View (626) 322-9986

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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.