Depression Therapists in Sun Valley, CA
I strive to ensure my clients feel valued, accepted, and heard. I have experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I also enjoy working with all ages, including children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience working with trauma, adjustment disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, and loss. The modalities I incorporate are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems Theories, and Psychodynamic and Behavioral Therapy. Together, we will work to bring you the happiness and healthy life you want to have and enjoy.
I strive to ensure my clients feel valued, accepted, and heard. I have experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I also enjoy working with all ages, including children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience working with trauma, adjustment disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, and loss. The modalities I incorporate are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems Theories, and Psychodynamic and Behavioral Therapy. Together, we will work to bring you the happiness and healthy life you want to have and enjoy.
Primary current clients are dealing with Behavioral issues, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD & Trauma, Parental Reunification & Bonding, OCD, Marital or Relationship Issues, Life Confusion, Low Self Esteem, and Anger to name a few.
I am Merla Huntley, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am Passionate about my work and strive to give my clients the tools and assistance they need to meet their goals. I believe each client is unique and not one modality fits every client. We will "tailor" a plan that best fits the client and fits what they want to get out of therapy. I work with children as young as 3 and range to older adults. Most of my clients deal with various symptoms that we target and address to change.
Primary current clients are dealing with Behavioral issues, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD & Trauma, Parental Reunification & Bonding, OCD, Marital or Relationship Issues, Life Confusion, Low Self Esteem, and Anger to name a few.
I am Merla Huntley, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am Passionate about my work and strive to give my clients the tools and assistance they need to meet their goals. I believe each client is unique and not one modality fits every client. We will "tailor" a plan that best fits the client and fits what they want to get out of therapy. I work with children as young as 3 and range to older adults. Most of my clients deal with various symptoms that we target and address to change.
Brenda Haskin
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Sun Valley, CA 91352
My name is Brenda Haskin, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with years of experience providing supportive counseling to individuals and families. I received my master's degree in counseling from Loyola Marymount University with a focus on Community Mental Health. I am passionate about helping others overcome roadblocks that prevent them from healing, growing, and evolving. I have found that my approach is a good fit for clients who may be dealing with life transitions, behavioral issues, depression, anxiety, and unresolved trauma.
My name is Brenda Haskin, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with years of experience providing supportive counseling to individuals and families. I received my master's degree in counseling from Loyola Marymount University with a focus on Community Mental Health. I am passionate about helping others overcome roadblocks that prevent them from healing, growing, and evolving. I have found that my approach is a good fit for clients who may be dealing with life transitions, behavioral issues, depression, anxiety, and unresolved trauma.
My name is Mattie Trigo, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My work begins with taking the time to understand each, unique individual. I am always sure to provide a safe and respectful environment in order to change harmful patterns of thinking, behaving, or feeling that stem from past experiences and underlying presenting symptoms, while working on practical solutions to immediate problems. I treat both individuals and couples. The most common presenting problems I see are depression, anxiety, interpersonal relational issues, OCD, behavior addiction, substance addiction, and life/time management problems.
My name is Mattie Trigo, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My work begins with taking the time to understand each, unique individual. I am always sure to provide a safe and respectful environment in order to change harmful patterns of thinking, behaving, or feeling that stem from past experiences and underlying presenting symptoms, while working on practical solutions to immediate problems. I treat both individuals and couples. The most common presenting problems I see are depression, anxiety, interpersonal relational issues, OCD, behavior addiction, substance addiction, and life/time management problems.
My areas of clinical focus are depression, anxiety, and stress. I have experience with adults from all walks of life. I am also a culturally competent therapist and have experience with the LGBTQIA+ and Veteran populations. I have found that the use of technology has greatly improved the ability of therapists and clients to collaborate in mental health treatment. I will often use multimodal strategies to keep you engaged and to increase the understanding of your patterns of behavior, such as videos and worksheets.
My areas of clinical focus are depression, anxiety, and stress. I have experience with adults from all walks of life. I am also a culturally competent therapist and have experience with the LGBTQIA+ and Veteran populations. I have found that the use of technology has greatly improved the ability of therapists and clients to collaborate in mental health treatment. I will often use multimodal strategies to keep you engaged and to increase the understanding of your patterns of behavior, such as videos and worksheets.
Hello, my name is Lori Davis. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in psychotherapy with a specialty in geriatrics. I feel it is an honor to assist clients as a supportive, collaborative, and empathetic facilitator in mental health, emotional well-being, and developing resilience. I typically work with adults, seniors, and couples dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, health, grief, loss, and parenting issues.
Hello, my name is Lori Davis. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in psychotherapy with a specialty in geriatrics. I feel it is an honor to assist clients as a supportive, collaborative, and empathetic facilitator in mental health, emotional well-being, and developing resilience. I typically work with adults, seniors, and couples dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, health, grief, loss, and parenting issues.
This often takes the form of depression, anxiety, stress, and ultimately living a life unfulfilled.
My name is Ogechi Nkwocha, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Riverside County, California, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and teens, and I specialize in depression, trauma, anxiety/stress, self-esteem issues, and career counseling. With the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Existential Therapy and Strength Based Therapy, I am able to help my clients feel empowered and equipped to take on life’s challenges.
This often takes the form of depression, anxiety, stress, and ultimately living a life unfulfilled.
My name is Ogechi Nkwocha, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Riverside County, California, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and teens, and I specialize in depression, trauma, anxiety/stress, self-esteem issues, and career counseling. With the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Existential Therapy and Strength Based Therapy, I am able to help my clients feel empowered and equipped to take on life’s challenges.
Hello, my name is Nayeli Ordonez and I’m a Latinx bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My practice consists of individuals, couples, and families with a variety of issues including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, trauma, navigating life transitions as well as Latinx challenges balancing culture and families. As a new mom, I am also passionate about helping expecting and new mamas navigate postpartum and its challenges. My communication style is warm, collaborative, and compassionate. My goal is to guide you through developing goals that are realistic and attainable for you.
Hello, my name is Nayeli Ordonez and I’m a Latinx bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My practice consists of individuals, couples, and families with a variety of issues including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, trauma, navigating life transitions as well as Latinx challenges balancing culture and families. As a new mom, I am also passionate about helping expecting and new mamas navigate postpartum and its challenges. My communication style is warm, collaborative, and compassionate. My goal is to guide you through developing goals that are realistic and attainable for you.
Amanda Eldabh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sun Valley, CA 91352 (Online Only)
I am dedicated to providing you with the service you need, from the convenience of your home through Telehealth. I am a bilingual (Egyptian Arabic/English) licensed clinical therapist who believes in a holistic (physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual), strength-based, individualized approach to therapy. I have an extensive background in depression, anxiety and trauma work.
I am dedicated to providing you with the service you need, from the convenience of your home through Telehealth. I am a bilingual (Egyptian Arabic/English) licensed clinical therapist who believes in a holistic (physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual), strength-based, individualized approach to therapy. I have an extensive background in depression, anxiety and trauma work.
I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Hi, I'm Ann Whittington, I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been in private practice for more than 25 years. I meet clients where they are and help them feel safe in the context of a therapeutic relationship that honors gifts and strengths, as well as challenges. I begin with honoring the client by starting where they are with a deep respect for the courage it takes to develop insight and make the changes that they want to make. These are the theories and modalities I use.
I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Hi, I'm Ann Whittington, I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been in private practice for more than 25 years. I meet clients where they are and help them feel safe in the context of a therapeutic relationship that honors gifts and strengths, as well as challenges. I begin with honoring the client by starting where they are with a deep respect for the courage it takes to develop insight and make the changes that they want to make. These are the theories and modalities I use.
My name is Areli Balvaneda, LMFT 105678. I work under the CBT, DBT, and Interpersonal therapy models. My approach to therapy is based on compassion. Relinquishing the idea that we are meant to be perfect and how more importantly, how our lack of perfection makes us human. Currently, I work with young adults to middle age adults. Addressing childhood trauma, depression, and anxiety. My communication style is compassionate and direct. My approach has helped my clients work through their challenges and not around them.
My name is Areli Balvaneda, LMFT 105678. I work under the CBT, DBT, and Interpersonal therapy models. My approach to therapy is based on compassion. Relinquishing the idea that we are meant to be perfect and how more importantly, how our lack of perfection makes us human. Currently, I work with young adults to middle age adults. Addressing childhood trauma, depression, and anxiety. My communication style is compassionate and direct. My approach has helped my clients work through their challenges and not around them.
Jose Trinidad Ruvalcaba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
Sun Valley, CA 91352
Welcome to your healing journey, finding a therapist is your first step towards relief. My work history consists of individual and family therapy, and school social work. I employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in my practice. I graduated from California State University Northridge and have my LCSW. I have 4 years' experience working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, developmental trauma, adjustment disorders, and stress management.
Welcome to your healing journey, finding a therapist is your first step towards relief. My work history consists of individual and family therapy, and school social work. I employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in my practice. I graduated from California State University Northridge and have my LCSW. I have 4 years' experience working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, developmental trauma, adjustment disorders, and stress management.
I have experience with clients who are impacted by stress, anxiety, depression, impulse control and panic disorders.
My name is Mary Sheppard and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My overall approach to therapy is person centered, and I believe all individuals are unique and have their own personal values and ideals that can support self fulfillment. My therapeutic approach is heavily influenced by a humanistic theoretical framework. I also work in an integrated systems approach that is solution focused with a heavy emphasis on trauma, adverse childhood experiences, grief and loss and families with inter generational trauma.
I have experience with clients who are impacted by stress, anxiety, depression, impulse control and panic disorders.
My name is Mary Sheppard and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My overall approach to therapy is person centered, and I believe all individuals are unique and have their own personal values and ideals that can support self fulfillment. My therapeutic approach is heavily influenced by a humanistic theoretical framework. I also work in an integrated systems approach that is solution focused with a heavy emphasis on trauma, adverse childhood experiences, grief and loss and families with inter generational trauma.
have learned that my therapeutic methods are a good fit for adults and adolescents who are facing challenges with depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and trauma.
Hi there, I'm Rosa! My name is Rosa Gomez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over five years of experience as a clinician. I work with adults, adolescents, and children. I specialize in depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and trauma. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused interventions when working with the clients in order to assist them in improving their symptoms so they can live their best lives.
have learned that my therapeutic methods are a good fit for adults and adolescents who are facing challenges with depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and trauma.
Hi there, I'm Rosa! My name is Rosa Gomez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over five years of experience as a clinician. I work with adults, adolescents, and children. I specialize in depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and trauma. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused interventions when working with the clients in order to assist them in improving their symptoms so they can live their best lives.
I most frequently work with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Major Depression, & anxiety.
I offer empathy and safety, an opportunity for you to feel truly “heard” by someone who cares. My sessions consist of both processing emotions and exercises/tools to support your unique needs & goals. My name is Sheryl Doering, a licensed marriage & family therapist & registered art therapist.
I most frequently work with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Major Depression, & anxiety.
I offer empathy and safety, an opportunity for you to feel truly “heard” by someone who cares. My sessions consist of both processing emotions and exercises/tools to support your unique needs & goals. My name is Sheryl Doering, a licensed marriage & family therapist & registered art therapist.
Anthony Nzeribe, LMFT 140022. I work with Individuals and Couples. I believe in a collaborative, client centered and emotion focused approach.
Anthony Nzeribe, LMFT 140022. I work with Individuals and Couples. I believe in a collaborative, client centered and emotion focused approach.
My name is William Martinez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I bring 20 years of experience working with individuals who are either experiencing pain or are feeling "stuck." My approach consists of working alongside you to help you overcome difficult periods in life. I do this through the use of evidence-based, yet realistic and practical approaches that will help you on your path to reaching your long-term goals.
My name is William Martinez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I bring 20 years of experience working with individuals who are either experiencing pain or are feeling "stuck." My approach consists of working alongside you to help you overcome difficult periods in life. I do this through the use of evidence-based, yet realistic and practical approaches that will help you on your path to reaching your long-term goals.
Vianey Galdamez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sun Valley, CA 91352 (Online Only)
I have been practicing for approximately 8 years. I have experience in many different settings from urgent care to individual and group therapy.
I have been practicing for approximately 8 years. I have experience in many different settings from urgent care to individual and group therapy.
Hello, my name is Arrionne Aguilar Taitague ("Arri"), and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker seeing clients via Telehealth in California and Nevada. I am passionate about trauma-informed care and tailor treatment to meet your specific needs. Sessions are at a pace comfortable for you, while still challenging you to be your best version of yourself. I have over a decade of experience in mental health and hope to bring my diverse background and experience to support your mental health. I am focused on quality of life and what how you identify that for yourself. I have worked with teens and adults in all phases of life.
Hello, my name is Arrionne Aguilar Taitague ("Arri"), and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker seeing clients via Telehealth in California and Nevada. I am passionate about trauma-informed care and tailor treatment to meet your specific needs. Sessions are at a pace comfortable for you, while still challenging you to be your best version of yourself. I have over a decade of experience in mental health and hope to bring my diverse background and experience to support your mental health. I am focused on quality of life and what how you identify that for yourself. I have worked with teens and adults in all phases of life.
Hello! My name is Julia Palomares, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My role in therapy is to come alongside you and support you in reaching your goals because you are the expert in your life! I believe in empowering my clients by using the strength they have already inside of them to make meaningful changes in their lives. I am comfortable treating all mood disorders, as well as relationship concerns, grief and loss, and adjustment disorders. I am also an LGBTQI ally and I have worked with many clients that identify as part of the community.
Hello! My name is Julia Palomares, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My role in therapy is to come alongside you and support you in reaching your goals because you are the expert in your life! I believe in empowering my clients by using the strength they have already inside of them to make meaningful changes in their lives. I am comfortable treating all mood disorders, as well as relationship concerns, grief and loss, and adjustment disorders. I am also an LGBTQI ally and I have worked with many clients that identify as part of the community.
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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.