Depression Therapists in Studio City, CA
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Lori Denise Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
My goal is to foster a dialogue and discovery in order to move towards a more enriching, liberated life and self. You and I will work together to help foster an understanding of yourself, your life, your relationships with self and others, the world in which you live and your belief system, through increasing awareness of self and working with the the mind and body collaboratively. Whether you're facing challenges in your relationships, experiencing anxiety or depression, confronting difficult decisions, or feeling the pain of loss, I am experienced with all of these areas and can help lighten your load.
My goal is to foster a dialogue and discovery in order to move towards a more enriching, liberated life and self. You and I will work together to help foster an understanding of yourself, your life, your relationships with self and others, the world in which you live and your belief system, through increasing awareness of self and working with the the mind and body collaboratively. Whether you're facing challenges in your relationships, experiencing anxiety or depression, confronting difficult decisions, or feeling the pain of loss, I am experienced with all of these areas and can help lighten your load.
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Judy Glickman Zevin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
You may be experiencing difficulty in your marriage, concerns about parenting, feelings of depression, anxiety or intense anger or dissatisfaction, or frustrations with your work or career.
Hello, I am a fully licensed and Board Certified psychotherapist. My clients have described me as genuine, thoughtful, warm, compassionate, and easy to talk with. I recognize that no two individuals are the same and I strive to listen deeply and actively collaborate with each of my clients to help them achieve their goals. My goal is to help people learn and establish more effective ways to deal with life's challenges, to live more fully. I offer a safe, trusting and supportive environment that enables individuals and couples to develop the understanding and skills needed to make positive changes.
You may be experiencing difficulty in your marriage, concerns about parenting, feelings of depression, anxiety or intense anger or dissatisfaction, or frustrations with your work or career.
Hello, I am a fully licensed and Board Certified psychotherapist. My clients have described me as genuine, thoughtful, warm, compassionate, and easy to talk with. I recognize that no two individuals are the same and I strive to listen deeply and actively collaborate with each of my clients to help them achieve their goals. My goal is to help people learn and establish more effective ways to deal with life's challenges, to live more fully. I offer a safe, trusting and supportive environment that enables individuals and couples to develop the understanding and skills needed to make positive changes.
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Erika Holiday
Psychologist, PsyD, QME
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604 (Online Only)
My practice is fully remote and therefore I am able to treat anyone residing in California. I specialize in areas of anxiety, depression, relationship issues and trauma. Treatment may be brief to address a current problem or long term to work through lifelong patterns and gain insight . My style is working together and assisting you in finding meaning and resolution to your problems.
My practice is fully remote and therefore I am able to treat anyone residing in California. I specialize in areas of anxiety, depression, relationship issues and trauma. Treatment may be brief to address a current problem or long term to work through lifelong patterns and gain insight . My style is working together and assisting you in finding meaning and resolution to your problems.
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Claudia de Garmo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
As a therapist, I have experienced great fulfillment in helping my clients work through issues of addiction, depression; grief and loss; anxiety; social discomfort; relationship conflict/divorce; loneliness; low self esteem; mid-life crises; and fear of change. Helping women and men who struggle with love addiction and co-dependence is an area of special interest. My goal is to help my clients find ways to live a more fulfilling life while strengthening their ability to withstand life's inherent challenges.
As a therapist, I have experienced great fulfillment in helping my clients work through issues of addiction, depression; grief and loss; anxiety; social discomfort; relationship conflict/divorce; loneliness; low self esteem; mid-life crises; and fear of change. Helping women and men who struggle with love addiction and co-dependence is an area of special interest. My goal is to help my clients find ways to live a more fulfilling life while strengthening their ability to withstand life's inherent challenges.
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Danielle Feinerman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression and difficult life transitions, whether it’s with work, school, or relationships. Having received specialized training in EMDR, I am especially passionate about trauma recovery. I work with clients to help them heal from low self-esteem, toxic relationship patterns, debilitating fears, & negative self-beliefs that can result from painful childhood or adult experiences such as neglect, bullying, domestic violence or sexual assault. I take special care in helping my clients gain self-compassion and reconnect with their sense of self and inner resilience.
I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression and difficult life transitions, whether it’s with work, school, or relationships. Having received specialized training in EMDR, I am especially passionate about trauma recovery. I work with clients to help them heal from low self-esteem, toxic relationship patterns, debilitating fears, & negative self-beliefs that can result from painful childhood or adult experiences such as neglect, bullying, domestic violence or sexual assault. I take special care in helping my clients gain self-compassion and reconnect with their sense of self and inner resilience.
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Michaela Tork
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604 (Online Only)
Do you wake up feeling depressed dreading to get through another day? Do you try to fill the void in your life with sensation-seeking behaviors: alcohol, drugs, food, sex, shopping, TV, video games, internet surfing, online gaming, gambling etc.?
Have you lost touch with the aspirations and dreams that used to motivate and inspire you? Are your relationships troubled?
I can help!
Seeking therapy takes courage and the prospect of talking to a stranger can be intimidating. I relate to the discomfort you may experience and provide a confidential, non-judgmental, supportive space to work with you.
Do you wake up feeling depressed dreading to get through another day? Do you try to fill the void in your life with sensation-seeking behaviors: alcohol, drugs, food, sex, shopping, TV, video games, internet surfing, online gaming, gambling etc.?
Have you lost touch with the aspirations and dreams that used to motivate and inspire you? Are your relationships troubled?
I can help!
Seeking therapy takes courage and the prospect of talking to a stranger can be intimidating. I relate to the discomfort you may experience and provide a confidential, non-judgmental, supportive space to work with you.
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I've worked with individuals who were experiencing depression, anxiety, life stressors, personality disorders, relationship issues, addictions, and persistent mental illnesses.
I have always enjoyed helping others and working with diverse individuals! Whether you're dealing with short-term issues, like life transitions, stressors, or relationship difficulties, or more long-term issues, like coping with chronic mental illness, or feeling stuck and unsatisfied in your life, I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore your thoughts and feelings and facilitate growth leading to a more fulfilled life.
I've worked with individuals who were experiencing depression, anxiety, life stressors, personality disorders, relationship issues, addictions, and persistent mental illnesses.
I have always enjoyed helping others and working with diverse individuals! Whether you're dealing with short-term issues, like life transitions, stressors, or relationship difficulties, or more long-term issues, like coping with chronic mental illness, or feeling stuck and unsatisfied in your life, I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore your thoughts and feelings and facilitate growth leading to a more fulfilled life.
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My name is Rima Hodaly and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. For nearly 15 years, I’ve been working closely with clients of all ages to help them achieve their professional potential, improve their relationships with family, friends and colleagues, and reduce their anxiety and depression. I have extensive experience in the mental health field, both as a clinician and as a supervisor, training and overseeing other therapists.
My name is Rima Hodaly and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. For nearly 15 years, I’ve been working closely with clients of all ages to help them achieve their professional potential, improve their relationships with family, friends and colleagues, and reduce their anxiety and depression. I have extensive experience in the mental health field, both as a clinician and as a supervisor, training and overseeing other therapists.
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Elissa Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91602 (Online Only)
I am so happy that you're here. Reaching out for therapy is a brave act of self-love. At least a part of you knows that you deserve better! Trauma, loss, depression, & anxiety can act as thieves robbing you of living your best life; a life filled with true connection, purpose, and hope. Feelings of helplessness to change or improve your circumstances, anxiously expecting worst-case scenario outcomes, and constantly comparing yourself to others can feel paralyzing.
I am so happy that you're here. Reaching out for therapy is a brave act of self-love. At least a part of you knows that you deserve better! Trauma, loss, depression, & anxiety can act as thieves robbing you of living your best life; a life filled with true connection, purpose, and hope. Feelings of helplessness to change or improve your circumstances, anxiously expecting worst-case scenario outcomes, and constantly comparing yourself to others can feel paralyzing.
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Douglas Scott Eads
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604 (Online Only)
From time to time, we all need a little help dealing with issues and circumstances inherent in our daily lives. Anxiety and depression resulting from interpersonal conflicts or financial stressors, for example, can leave us feeling isolated and unsure of what to do or how to proceed. This is where having a safe space to explore solutions best suited to our needs can enhance our well-being and enjoyment of life. I work from a strengths-based, post-modern approach with my clients; creating a compassionate and non-judgmental therapeutic alliance that promotes growth through the integration of various therapeutic techniques.
From time to time, we all need a little help dealing with issues and circumstances inherent in our daily lives. Anxiety and depression resulting from interpersonal conflicts or financial stressors, for example, can leave us feeling isolated and unsure of what to do or how to proceed. This is where having a safe space to explore solutions best suited to our needs can enhance our well-being and enjoyment of life. I work from a strengths-based, post-modern approach with my clients; creating a compassionate and non-judgmental therapeutic alliance that promotes growth through the integration of various therapeutic techniques.
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Tammy Aronson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
Hi, I’m Tammy. If you are here it might mean life is pretty challenging for you at the moment. I totally get it. Life can be really tough and it takes a lot of courage to seek help. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, body acceptance, neurodivergence, self-harm, or stress in relationships, you’ve come to the right place. We will collaborate on what you’d like out of therapy and explore the most effective ways to get you there. I will help be your guide and support during your therapy journey. I have a special focus and interest in working with teenagers and adoptees. I have extensive training with teens in crisis.
Hi, I’m Tammy. If you are here it might mean life is pretty challenging for you at the moment. I totally get it. Life can be really tough and it takes a lot of courage to seek help. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, body acceptance, neurodivergence, self-harm, or stress in relationships, you’ve come to the right place. We will collaborate on what you’d like out of therapy and explore the most effective ways to get you there. I will help be your guide and support during your therapy journey. I have a special focus and interest in working with teenagers and adoptees. I have extensive training with teens in crisis.
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Students, Young Professionals, and Adults who are struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship problems.
My name is Mastaneh (Masti) Lashkari, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 136681. I have always been passionate about psychology, philosophy, art, and creativity. I aim to illuminate this profoundly beautiful yet miserable growth process as a therapist. To help you become more conscious, self-actualized, hopeful, and mature. Before psychotherapy, I achieved two decades of successful marketing and sales experience in Business Banking and Pharmaceutical Sales. In other words, I have been practicing and developing a multi-faced wide range of experiences in various forms of psychology for over 20 years.
Students, Young Professionals, and Adults who are struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship problems.
My name is Mastaneh (Masti) Lashkari, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 136681. I have always been passionate about psychology, philosophy, art, and creativity. I aim to illuminate this profoundly beautiful yet miserable growth process as a therapist. To help you become more conscious, self-actualized, hopeful, and mature. Before psychotherapy, I achieved two decades of successful marketing and sales experience in Business Banking and Pharmaceutical Sales. In other words, I have been practicing and developing a multi-faced wide range of experiences in various forms of psychology for over 20 years.
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Lindsey Peters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604 (Online Only)
This guides my work supporting clients through experiences with anxiety and depression.
My therapeutic approach hinges on these core beliefs: 1) Thoughts are just thoughts. They aren’t always true, important, or meaningful. 2) Feelings aren’t problems to be fixed. They are all part of the human experience. 3) Taking values-aligned action is the key to living a life that fulfills you. These ideas are inspired by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, an approach that involves accepting what is beyond our control, practicing loving self-compassion, and redirecting our behaviors toward the values that we hold most dearly.
This guides my work supporting clients through experiences with anxiety and depression.
My therapeutic approach hinges on these core beliefs: 1) Thoughts are just thoughts. They aren’t always true, important, or meaningful. 2) Feelings aren’t problems to be fixed. They are all part of the human experience. 3) Taking values-aligned action is the key to living a life that fulfills you. These ideas are inspired by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, an approach that involves accepting what is beyond our control, practicing loving self-compassion, and redirecting our behaviors toward the values that we hold most dearly.
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Wendy M. Bauer
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
I work primarily with adults and teens who are experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, grief, self-injury, low self-esteem, relationship issues, gender dysphoria, psychosis, and life transitions.
Most people come to me when problems have become unbearable. They feel alone and stuck and powerless to do anything about it. They come in hoping I can tell them what they need to do to feel better. I provide support and guidance so that my patients do not have to bear their struggles alone. We work collaboratively to understand what is not working and why. We examine past patterns of experience to help us to understand current feelings and behaviors. By addressing the underlying issues that are creating problems, we can create lasting change and transformation.
I work primarily with adults and teens who are experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, grief, self-injury, low self-esteem, relationship issues, gender dysphoria, psychosis, and life transitions.
Most people come to me when problems have become unbearable. They feel alone and stuck and powerless to do anything about it. They come in hoping I can tell them what they need to do to feel better. I provide support and guidance so that my patients do not have to bear their struggles alone. We work collaboratively to understand what is not working and why. We examine past patterns of experience to help us to understand current feelings and behaviors. By addressing the underlying issues that are creating problems, we can create lasting change and transformation.
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Kristina Lindsey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
Depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship strife, and other life circumstances can get in the way of creativity, decision-making, work, and love.
Therapy works, and people can change. Living in a world that is highly relational, we often find that our toughest psychological problems are rooted in systemic relationship issues. I work with individuals and couples who are interested in developing healthier connections with themselves and with others. In order to make healthy relationships with others possible, one must foster a healthy relationship with oneself. In developing psychological health in ourselves, we become better able to interact with others in a way that does not cause us deep pain and ongoing frustration.
Depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship strife, and other life circumstances can get in the way of creativity, decision-making, work, and love.
Therapy works, and people can change. Living in a world that is highly relational, we often find that our toughest psychological problems are rooted in systemic relationship issues. I work with individuals and couples who are interested in developing healthier connections with themselves and with others. In order to make healthy relationships with others possible, one must foster a healthy relationship with oneself. In developing psychological health in ourselves, we become better able to interact with others in a way that does not cause us deep pain and ongoing frustration.
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The majority of my experience is working with anxiety, depression, and stress.
Hello, my name is Leticia Haret, I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2006. My professional experience ranges from working with children, teens, individuals, and families experiencing multiple mood and anxiety disorders. Modalities I implement in my therapy Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and strengths-based approaches. I implement techniques and modalities to suit your needs and your goals.
The majority of my experience is working with anxiety, depression, and stress.
Hello, my name is Leticia Haret, I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2006. My professional experience ranges from working with children, teens, individuals, and families experiencing multiple mood and anxiety disorders. Modalities I implement in my therapy Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and strengths-based approaches. I implement techniques and modalities to suit your needs and your goals.
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Psychotherapy is a conjoint effort between therapist and client to bring issues and behaviors up to the surface, to clarify, where and how everything from depression to anxiety plays a part in your life. First then will symptoms like self-injury, substance abuse, anger and pain subside so you can become more in control over your life and feel harmony.
Psychotherapy is a conjoint effort between therapist and client to bring issues and behaviors up to the surface, to clarify, where and how everything from depression to anxiety plays a part in your life. First then will symptoms like self-injury, substance abuse, anger and pain subside so you can become more in control over your life and feel harmony.
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Life's journey is filled with various challenges that can lead to stress, depression, anxiety, or trauma. These experiences can then lead to feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and less of oneself as well as other issues such as relationship difficulties. While it can be difficult to confront these issues, I believe in the remarkable resilience within each of us, that allows us to grow and overcome in the midst of challenges. I'm here to offer you a safe space where you can freely explore your stories and learn new ways to cope and heal. I value and deeply respect who you are and the wisdom and strengths that already exist within you.
Life's journey is filled with various challenges that can lead to stress, depression, anxiety, or trauma. These experiences can then lead to feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and less of oneself as well as other issues such as relationship difficulties. While it can be difficult to confront these issues, I believe in the remarkable resilience within each of us, that allows us to grow and overcome in the midst of challenges. I'm here to offer you a safe space where you can freely explore your stories and learn new ways to cope and heal. I value and deeply respect who you are and the wisdom and strengths that already exist within you.
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in my practice, i focus on the full array of psychological and emotional difficulties including, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, post- patum depression, relationship issues, cultural transition, self esteem, stress related problem, grief and fertility issues.
embarking on therapy can be a transformative journey toward healing and personal growth. People seek therapy for various reasons, including depression, anxiety, life challenges and existential questions. if you are motivated to evolve, discover and navigate your life's journey, psychotherapy can offer valuable insights and support to live with greater awareness and fulfillment.
in my practice, i focus on the full array of psychological and emotional difficulties including, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, post- patum depression, relationship issues, cultural transition, self esteem, stress related problem, grief and fertility issues.
embarking on therapy can be a transformative journey toward healing and personal growth. People seek therapy for various reasons, including depression, anxiety, life challenges and existential questions. if you are motivated to evolve, discover and navigate your life's journey, psychotherapy can offer valuable insights and support to live with greater awareness and fulfillment.
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My clinical areas of interests include, but are not limited to: anxiety and depression, trauma/PTSD, relationship issues, substance abuse, parenting issues, stress and lifestyle management, grief and bereavement, phase of life transitions/identity issues, and the area of health psychology (effects of medical issues on mental health, pain/weight management, smoking cessation, etc.
My style of therapy is one that is both collaborative and supportive. I believe that all individuals have the capacity to make lasting changes in their lives. I help the individual tap into those abilities by challenging the conscious and unconscious barriers that can impede growth and change. Using psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral techniques, I provide a safe, nurturing environment where individuals can explore their challenges and unearth their full potential.
My clinical areas of interests include, but are not limited to: anxiety and depression, trauma/PTSD, relationship issues, substance abuse, parenting issues, stress and lifestyle management, grief and bereavement, phase of life transitions/identity issues, and the area of health psychology (effects of medical issues on mental health, pain/weight management, smoking cessation, etc.
My style of therapy is one that is both collaborative and supportive. I believe that all individuals have the capacity to make lasting changes in their lives. I help the individual tap into those abilities by challenging the conscious and unconscious barriers that can impede growth and change. Using psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral techniques, I provide a safe, nurturing environment where individuals can explore their challenges and unearth their full potential.
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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.