Depression Therapists in Sierra Madre, CA

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Jeannette Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Jeannette Martin, DBE, MBE, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Doctor of Bioethics practicing psychotherapy in Sierra Madre. I am Masters and Doctoral trained in Bioethics at Loyola Chicago and completed an additional Masters in Social Work and psychotherapy training at USC. I am experienced in treating depression and anxiety, grief and loss, those with chronic illness, and working with challenging family systems.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Doctor of Bioethics practicing psychotherapy in Sierra Madre. I am Masters and Doctoral trained in Bioethics at Loyola Chicago and completed an additional Masters in Social Work and psychotherapy training at USC. I am experienced in treating depression and anxiety, grief and loss, those with chronic illness, and working with challenging family systems.
(626) 466-3143 View (626) 466-3143
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Chiwon Zdanovich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Are you struggling with debilitating thoughts that make you anxious or depressed? Or finding yourself in a difficult life transition or crisis? I love to help people going through challenges to feel better, learn to cope better, and know that they are not alone. I value guiding and empowering clients dive deep into their experiences to gain insights that target and heal problems at their root. I may use EMDR, CBT, mindfulness, and a psychodynamic perspective (exploring the impact of your childhood and hidden aspects of yourself on current challenges), and will cater the therapy experience to your unique needs.
Are you struggling with debilitating thoughts that make you anxious or depressed? Or finding yourself in a difficult life transition or crisis? I love to help people going through challenges to feel better, learn to cope better, and know that they are not alone. I value guiding and empowering clients dive deep into their experiences to gain insights that target and heal problems at their root. I may use EMDR, CBT, mindfulness, and a psychodynamic perspective (exploring the impact of your childhood and hidden aspects of yourself on current challenges), and will cater the therapy experience to your unique needs.
(714) 497-0654 View (714) 497-0654
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Solea Steinbruck
Marriage & Family Therapist, Solea Steinbruck, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
I am an out-of-network provider, which means I do not bill insurance companies for my services. For additional billing information please visit my website. I offer psychotherapy for adults, and young adults, who would like to be able to cope more effectively with their emotions and life stresses, heal from difficult experiences, and improve their relationships. Whether you're struggling with depression, overwhelming stress, addiction, relationship problems, life transitions, career direction or you want to work on taking your performance to the next level, we'll work together to explore and address your concerns and challenges.
I am an out-of-network provider, which means I do not bill insurance companies for my services. For additional billing information please visit my website. I offer psychotherapy for adults, and young adults, who would like to be able to cope more effectively with their emotions and life stresses, heal from difficult experiences, and improve their relationships. Whether you're struggling with depression, overwhelming stress, addiction, relationship problems, life transitions, career direction or you want to work on taking your performance to the next level, we'll work together to explore and address your concerns and challenges.
(626) 790-5954 View (626) 790-5954
Luann Martenson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
My practice provides a unique blend of therapy and coaching. I specialize in helping individuals realize their full potential. This usually means giving people the boost they need to get from where they are to where they want to be. I help people manage transitions, anxiety, depression, adult attention deficit disorder, work place concerns, relationship issues, and look at factors that promote balance both professional and personal needs. My effectiveness in coaching developed as the result of first-hand executive-level experience where I have coached both executives and managers.
My practice provides a unique blend of therapy and coaching. I specialize in helping individuals realize their full potential. This usually means giving people the boost they need to get from where they are to where they want to be. I help people manage transitions, anxiety, depression, adult attention deficit disorder, work place concerns, relationship issues, and look at factors that promote balance both professional and personal needs. My effectiveness in coaching developed as the result of first-hand executive-level experience where I have coached both executives and managers.
(626) 869-8917 View (626) 869-8917
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Annie Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
My areas of specialty include depression, trauma, anxiety, women's issues, teen and young adult issues, LGBT community, helping families through the transitions of divorce.
It is my desire to provide a place of compassion and safety for individual adults, couples, children, and adolescents as they explore themselves and challenges in their life. Whether you are experiencing a loss, struggling with depression or anxiety, or facing changes in your family life or career, I will join with you to help you meet the goals you have to improve your life and relationships.
My areas of specialty include depression, trauma, anxiety, women's issues, teen and young adult issues, LGBT community, helping families through the transitions of divorce.
It is my desire to provide a place of compassion and safety for individual adults, couples, children, and adolescents as they explore themselves and challenges in their life. Whether you are experiencing a loss, struggling with depression or anxiety, or facing changes in your family life or career, I will join with you to help you meet the goals you have to improve your life and relationships.
(626) 389-2982 View (626) 389-2982
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Julie R. Whipple
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
In my practice, I specialize in working with adults and teenagers navigating anxiety and/or depression. I also have extensive background working with neurodivergent (ADHD and Autism Spectrum) people and individuals who have been impacted by trauma. I believe in the power of insight and authenticity, meaning that the more we learn about ourselves and our relationships, the more we are able to take agency in our lives to live the kind of life we want to live. I value creating a safe, open, and authentic space in the therapy room.
In my practice, I specialize in working with adults and teenagers navigating anxiety and/or depression. I also have extensive background working with neurodivergent (ADHD and Autism Spectrum) people and individuals who have been impacted by trauma. I believe in the power of insight and authenticity, meaning that the more we learn about ourselves and our relationships, the more we are able to take agency in our lives to live the kind of life we want to live. I value creating a safe, open, and authentic space in the therapy room.
(626) 522-9728 View (626) 522-9728
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Aleta Klein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Today you are one step closer to where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. I provide insight oriented, caring and compassionate client focused therapy. I specialize in Christian Spiritual Development, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, EMDR, Grief, Relationship Issues, and Parenting Skills As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While I can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
Today you are one step closer to where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. I provide insight oriented, caring and compassionate client focused therapy. I specialize in Christian Spiritual Development, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, EMDR, Grief, Relationship Issues, and Parenting Skills As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While I can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
(626) 414-5269 View (626) 414-5269
Kathleen Magnani
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
I am a licensed psychologist who works with adults and couples who face either temporary distress in their lives or longstanding problems with depression, anxiety, trauma, or personal/communication difficulties. I also specialize in the treatment of the psychological problems and decisions encountered in infertility and have expertise in helping persons, within their religious framework, resolve negative or traumatic experiences.
I am a licensed psychologist who works with adults and couples who face either temporary distress in their lives or longstanding problems with depression, anxiety, trauma, or personal/communication difficulties. I also specialize in the treatment of the psychological problems and decisions encountered in infertility and have expertise in helping persons, within their religious framework, resolve negative or traumatic experiences.
(626) 768-9912 View (626) 768-9912
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Curtis Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, DMin, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
The most fascinating and important part of my job as a therapist is how to have a really good conversation. It may sound too simple, but it cuts to the heart of what to expect from therapy. Through good conversation, you experience connection and understanding. When we are understood, difficult feelings change with resulting freedoms to engage life. Trained both as a Marriage and Family therapist and a psychoanalyst, I work with complex relationship issues, divorce and blended families, depression, anxiety, addictions, men's issues, and sexual trauma recovery, and integration of psychology and faith/spirituality.
The most fascinating and important part of my job as a therapist is how to have a really good conversation. It may sound too simple, but it cuts to the heart of what to expect from therapy. Through good conversation, you experience connection and understanding. When we are understood, difficult feelings change with resulting freedoms to engage life. Trained both as a Marriage and Family therapist and a psychoanalyst, I work with complex relationship issues, divorce and blended families, depression, anxiety, addictions, men's issues, and sexual trauma recovery, and integration of psychology and faith/spirituality.
(626) 593-9837 View (626) 593-9837
Mari Ann Fortuna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
I believe the relationship between therapist and client is essential in understanding the underlying issues affecting one's obstacles to personal growth and happiness. It is my goal to provide a calm space and safe relationship towards that end. Working with adults, young adults and families for more than 20 years has given me a breadth of experience that I bring to the therapeutic relationship. I have particular experience with early trauma and PTSD; depression/anxiety; life transitions; addiction related symptoms; and, relationship issues.
I believe the relationship between therapist and client is essential in understanding the underlying issues affecting one's obstacles to personal growth and happiness. It is my goal to provide a calm space and safe relationship towards that end. Working with adults, young adults and families for more than 20 years has given me a breadth of experience that I bring to the therapeutic relationship. I have particular experience with early trauma and PTSD; depression/anxiety; life transitions; addiction related symptoms; and, relationship issues.
(323) 745-2381 View (323) 745-2381
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Louise Grimes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024  (Online Only)
No One Listening? I will - without judgment! My clinical specialty is depression; my experience includes grief, parenting issues, anxiety, among others. You're not alone in your struggle; let's find your inner strength and attain a sense of peace/balance. Becoming a therapist was my dream come true- Let me help you achieve yours. I also have clinical experience with agency settings and in-patient psychiatric wards. Need Late-Night appointments? Not a problem usually.
No One Listening? I will - without judgment! My clinical specialty is depression; my experience includes grief, parenting issues, anxiety, among others. You're not alone in your struggle; let's find your inner strength and attain a sense of peace/balance. Becoming a therapist was my dream come true- Let me help you achieve yours. I also have clinical experience with agency settings and in-patient psychiatric wards. Need Late-Night appointments? Not a problem usually.
(626) 688-2697 View (626) 688-2697
Susan Rice
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Dr. Rice has a Ph.D. in psychology and has been in private practice since 1993. She also holds a Master of Science degree in Nursing with a specialty as a Maternal-Child Clinical Specialist. Dr. Rice's unique educational background gives her expertise in a variety of areas including medical illness, loss, pregnancy and neonatal complications. She sees clients suffering from depression, work-related stress, career decisions and relationship issues. She strives to help people enrich their lives and enjoy a greater sense of fulfillment.
Dr. Rice has a Ph.D. in psychology and has been in private practice since 1993. She also holds a Master of Science degree in Nursing with a specialty as a Maternal-Child Clinical Specialist. Dr. Rice's unique educational background gives her expertise in a variety of areas including medical illness, loss, pregnancy and neonatal complications. She sees clients suffering from depression, work-related stress, career decisions and relationship issues. She strives to help people enrich their lives and enjoy a greater sense of fulfillment.
(626) 869-8907 View (626) 869-8907
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Colleen Stathatos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91025
In addition to trauma treatment I also have expertise in treating anxiety, panic disorders, and depression.
Are you feeling stuck? Maybe you feel stuck in the past or present. Maybe it's hard to feel hopeful about the future. It's easy to become trapped in painful memories and negative experiences. A negative experience could be one life changing event or many smaller events that accumulate over time. I specialize in treating people who have experienced trauma. Trauma takes many forms but always takes a toll. Trauma can make you feel overwhelmed, insecure, and hopeless. Trauma can make you forget who you used to be.
In addition to trauma treatment I also have expertise in treating anxiety, panic disorders, and depression.
Are you feeling stuck? Maybe you feel stuck in the past or present. Maybe it's hard to feel hopeful about the future. It's easy to become trapped in painful memories and negative experiences. A negative experience could be one life changing event or many smaller events that accumulate over time. I specialize in treating people who have experienced trauma. Trauma takes many forms but always takes a toll. Trauma can make you feel overwhelmed, insecure, and hopeless. Trauma can make you forget who you used to be.
(213) 401-0305 View (213) 401-0305
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Dr. Adela Gharabeki
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
My specialty areas include trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, grief/loss, depression, and stress management.
Are you facing life's complexities and challenges? I'm here to help. As a therapist, I support clients in addressing a range of issues—whether they are current or rooted in the past. I firmly believe that the relationship we have with ourselves is foundational to improving the quality of our lives. That is why I work with clients in helping them explore aspects of themselves that may be interfering with their growth and development. Oftentimes this can manifest in the form of unhelpful behaviors, unhealthy ways of coping, or clinical disorders. Whatever it may look like, we can work through it together.
My specialty areas include trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, grief/loss, depression, and stress management.
Are you facing life's complexities and challenges? I'm here to help. As a therapist, I support clients in addressing a range of issues—whether they are current or rooted in the past. I firmly believe that the relationship we have with ourselves is foundational to improving the quality of our lives. That is why I work with clients in helping them explore aspects of themselves that may be interfering with their growth and development. Oftentimes this can manifest in the form of unhelpful behaviors, unhealthy ways of coping, or clinical disorders. Whatever it may look like, we can work through it together.
(626) 247-3248 View (626) 247-3248
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Sandra Perrotta-Lutcher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
My specialties includes work with individuals, couples, groups and families struggling with developmental trauma, anxiety, depression and spirituality.
Interested in short-term, solution-focused therapy that will enhance a positive state of mind and increase emotional and spiritual growth, health and well-being? If so, call me. You can develop the self awareness necessary to have a more peaceful and joyful life. I will guide you through this process with the use of positive interventions that will allow for optimal health, resilience and stress reduction. Clients report that, through my insight, guidance and humor, they are leading happier, more enriching lives. I offer a non-judgmental, safe, interactive and, of course, confidential environment. Call for a consultation.
My specialties includes work with individuals, couples, groups and families struggling with developmental trauma, anxiety, depression and spirituality.
Interested in short-term, solution-focused therapy that will enhance a positive state of mind and increase emotional and spiritual growth, health and well-being? If so, call me. You can develop the self awareness necessary to have a more peaceful and joyful life. I will guide you through this process with the use of positive interventions that will allow for optimal health, resilience and stress reduction. Clients report that, through my insight, guidance and humor, they are leading happier, more enriching lives. I offer a non-judgmental, safe, interactive and, of course, confidential environment. Call for a consultation.
(818) 384-3116 View (818) 384-3116
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Juliana McBride Haigh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91025
Waitlist for new clients
Waitlist for New Clients. Juliana specializes in working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, school and social challenges. She believes that as humans we are wired for connection. We long to experience “The Four S’s,” to feel safe, seen, soothed, and secure. Juliana approaches therapy as an opportunity to support clients in developing strong and compassionate relationships. She uses her intellect, humor, compassion, and sense of play to help clients and their families to develop insight, empathy, and skills to meet their individual goals.
Waitlist for New Clients. Juliana specializes in working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, school and social challenges. She believes that as humans we are wired for connection. We long to experience “The Four S’s,” to feel safe, seen, soothed, and secure. Juliana approaches therapy as an opportunity to support clients in developing strong and compassionate relationships. She uses her intellect, humor, compassion, and sense of play to help clients and their families to develop insight, empathy, and skills to meet their individual goals.
(626) 774-8030 View (626) 774-8030
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Michelle Czegledi Gutierrez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024  (Online Only)
Experiencing high levels of anxiety, compulsive behaviors, depression, and/or panic-attacks can be a signal that you are not putting yourself first and closing parts of you off.
I believe therapy has the potential to help align yourself more confidently to your own body, feelings, and spirit. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can chat and see if we are a good fit. Feeling unsupported along with lacking in confidence in your abilities can be heartbreaking. I believe it is essential to listen to the healthy part of you that knows there has to be something better than constant worry. There is! I deeply understand the hurt that comes with not being heard or seen.
Experiencing high levels of anxiety, compulsive behaviors, depression, and/or panic-attacks can be a signal that you are not putting yourself first and closing parts of you off.
I believe therapy has the potential to help align yourself more confidently to your own body, feelings, and spirit. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can chat and see if we are a good fit. Feeling unsupported along with lacking in confidence in your abilities can be heartbreaking. I believe it is essential to listen to the healthy part of you that knows there has to be something better than constant worry. There is! I deeply understand the hurt that comes with not being heard or seen.
(805) 628-4722 View (805) 628-4722
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Elizabeth Shon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Waitlist for new clients
I have had the privilege of working with adults and couples for over 37 years, helping with a wide range of issues including: depression, anxiety, self esteem, relationships, stress, ageing, family of origin issues, cross cultural issues, identity, grief/loss and mild addictions.
I have had the privilege of working with adults and couples for over 37 years, helping with a wide range of issues including: depression, anxiety, self esteem, relationships, stress, ageing, family of origin issues, cross cultural issues, identity, grief/loss and mild addictions.
(626) 671-4930 View (626) 671-4930
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Susan Merletti
Counselor, LPCC, ATR
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
It successfully helps with anxiety, depression, brain injuries, trauma, chronic pain, cancer treatment and more.
Have you ever felt that words were not enough? You've tried talking, but it doesn't seem to work, at least not for very long. You find yourself wondering what you can do to feel better. Coping with stress, living with uncertainty and meeting the challenges of everyday life are often difficult to describe in words alone. Imagine what it would feel like to enjoy the process of self-discovery, personal growth and understanding. Your creative process can become your road to emotional wellbeing - a safe and gratifying way to explore difficult experiences and emotions such as fear, sadness, frustration, and anxiety.
It successfully helps with anxiety, depression, brain injuries, trauma, chronic pain, cancer treatment and more.
Have you ever felt that words were not enough? You've tried talking, but it doesn't seem to work, at least not for very long. You find yourself wondering what you can do to feel better. Coping with stress, living with uncertainty and meeting the challenges of everyday life are often difficult to describe in words alone. Imagine what it would feel like to enjoy the process of self-discovery, personal growth and understanding. Your creative process can become your road to emotional wellbeing - a safe and gratifying way to explore difficult experiences and emotions such as fear, sadness, frustration, and anxiety.
(626) 658-3105 View (626) 658-3105
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Paula Timon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Common issues I work with are personality disorders, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, family conflict, parenting, divorce and relationship issues.
The circumstances that lead you to looking for a therapist can be overwhelming, and I'm here to partner with you through the pain and uncertainty. Whether it's a child or family member you're concerned about, family conflict, or your own mental health, I can help. I have provided compassionate care for more than twenty years to children and adolescents, families, and adults in both mental health and substance abuse treatment. I've worked in community-based agencies, residential treatment and intensive outpatient programs, mental health administration, and teaching at the graduate level.
Common issues I work with are personality disorders, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, family conflict, parenting, divorce and relationship issues.
The circumstances that lead you to looking for a therapist can be overwhelming, and I'm here to partner with you through the pain and uncertainty. Whether it's a child or family member you're concerned about, family conflict, or your own mental health, I can help. I have provided compassionate care for more than twenty years to children and adolescents, families, and adults in both mental health and substance abuse treatment. I've worked in community-based agencies, residential treatment and intensive outpatient programs, mental health administration, and teaching at the graduate level.
(626) 507-5013 View (626) 507-5013
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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.