Depression Therapists in Sylmar, CA
Together we can find meaning and acceptance of feelings of depression, anxiety, occupational stress, and emotional pain that we may struggle to put into words.
It can feel like the sky is falling. There is more confusion, fear, and uncertainty than ever before. This can be debilitating as we struggle to get out of bed, our work performance suffers and then we find ourselves alone and isolated not knowing how to get back to our previous “normal”. We are constantly overstimulated, told what we ought to be, as we become lost with no way to cope. Talk Therapy combined with a safe place to feel heard and understood can guide us to make sense of it all and progress to a higher state of functioning.
Together we can find meaning and acceptance of feelings of depression, anxiety, occupational stress, and emotional pain that we may struggle to put into words.
It can feel like the sky is falling. There is more confusion, fear, and uncertainty than ever before. This can be debilitating as we struggle to get out of bed, our work performance suffers and then we find ourselves alone and isolated not knowing how to get back to our previous “normal”. We are constantly overstimulated, told what we ought to be, as we become lost with no way to cope. Talk Therapy combined with a safe place to feel heard and understood can guide us to make sense of it all and progress to a higher state of functioning.
Hello, my name is Kimberly Jordan, and my license number is 105037. I offer a blended approach to therapy incorporating many different methods and approaches so that I may tailor each plan to the unique individual. Some of the approaches I use are Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Psychoanalytic, Somatic, Gestalt, and Positive Psychology. I enjoy working with many different types of clients but my greatest experience is with individuals between the ages of 5 and 99. I am experienced and comfortable dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, LGBQ, and other forms of trauma.
Hello, my name is Kimberly Jordan, and my license number is 105037. I offer a blended approach to therapy incorporating many different methods and approaches so that I may tailor each plan to the unique individual. Some of the approaches I use are Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Psychoanalytic, Somatic, Gestalt, and Positive Psychology. I enjoy working with many different types of clients but my greatest experience is with individuals between the ages of 5 and 99. I am experienced and comfortable dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, LGBQ, and other forms of trauma.
Yuliana Medina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
When we start our sessions together, we will explore the reasons for the anxiety, depression, family, or parenting dynamic.
I am an experienced bilingual (Spanish and English) faith-based therapist with over 13 years of experience. My goal is to help uncover the underlying causes of your challenges and guide you in understanding them. I provide valuable skills and ongoing therapy to help you integrate these tools into your daily life. In our warm and supportive sessions, you'll experience: empathy and understanding, I create a safe space for you to explore your challenges. I hold a valid license in California and possess additional certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, Shame, and parenting.
When we start our sessions together, we will explore the reasons for the anxiety, depression, family, or parenting dynamic.
I am an experienced bilingual (Spanish and English) faith-based therapist with over 13 years of experience. My goal is to help uncover the underlying causes of your challenges and guide you in understanding them. I provide valuable skills and ongoing therapy to help you integrate these tools into your daily life. In our warm and supportive sessions, you'll experience: empathy and understanding, I create a safe space for you to explore your challenges. I hold a valid license in California and possess additional certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, Shame, and parenting.
Takenya Clark-Jefferies
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
I have experience with a variety of populations and specialize in treating depression, grief, anxiety, and trauma.
I am TaKenya Clark-Jefferies, a licensed clinical social worker with more than 10 years of experience. I also hold a doctorate in behavioral health which focuses on addressing lifestyle changes to improve your physical and mental health. I work from a person-centered, strengths-based perspective drawing upon your unique skills and experiences to assist you in uncovering the potential within you to live a full and empowered life. I use elements of Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness to help you achieve your goals.
I have experience with a variety of populations and specialize in treating depression, grief, anxiety, and trauma.
I am TaKenya Clark-Jefferies, a licensed clinical social worker with more than 10 years of experience. I also hold a doctorate in behavioral health which focuses on addressing lifestyle changes to improve your physical and mental health. I work from a person-centered, strengths-based perspective drawing upon your unique skills and experiences to assist you in uncovering the potential within you to live a full and empowered life. I use elements of Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness to help you achieve your goals.
I have been in practice for 30 years treating eating disorders, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders and working with people who want to succeed in life and have resistance to their own success. I am a certified psychoanalyst. I teach graduate school courses in Clinical Psychology something I have been doing for 27 years. I have a very holistic approach to therapy having been trained in psychosynthesis (a spiritual approach) and Modern Psychoanalyis. I love the work I do helping people reach their potential.
I have been in practice for 30 years treating eating disorders, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders and working with people who want to succeed in life and have resistance to their own success. I am a certified psychoanalyst. I teach graduate school courses in Clinical Psychology something I have been doing for 27 years. I have a very holistic approach to therapy having been trained in psychosynthesis (a spiritual approach) and Modern Psychoanalyis. I love the work I do helping people reach their potential.
Hi! I am here to provide you with empathy, support, honesty, and guidance on your journey to becoming the best version of yourself. Specialties include depression, grief, anxiety, religious trauma, and culturally-based PTSD. My name is Chauncy Sherman. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Orange County, and I'm looking forward to meeting you!
Hi! I am here to provide you with empathy, support, honesty, and guidance on your journey to becoming the best version of yourself. Specialties include depression, grief, anxiety, religious trauma, and culturally-based PTSD. My name is Chauncy Sherman. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Orange County, and I'm looking forward to meeting you!
My name is Leyla Jolivette M.A., LMFT., APCC. I provide individual and couples therapy, and focus on helping people struggling with depression, relationship issues, trauma and PTSD, and coping skills. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, and Narrative Therapy. I am trained in EMDR, am a certified Grief Therapist, and am LGBTQ-trained and supportive. I am very passionate about providing the space for others to grow, discover themselves, and find more fulfillment in life.
My name is Leyla Jolivette M.A., LMFT., APCC. I provide individual and couples therapy, and focus on helping people struggling with depression, relationship issues, trauma and PTSD, and coping skills. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, and Narrative Therapy. I am trained in EMDR, am a certified Grief Therapist, and am LGBTQ-trained and supportive. I am very passionate about providing the space for others to grow, discover themselves, and find more fulfillment in life.
Hello, I am Kevin Yaori and I am licensed in Marriage and Family Therapy, LMFT 147564. I focus on treating clients with symptoms of anxiety, depression, life transition, grief/trauma, poor coping skills (addiction), and Relationship problems. I have a Person-Centered light-hearted humor approach with Solution Focus, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy.
Hello, I am Kevin Yaori and I am licensed in Marriage and Family Therapy, LMFT 147564. I focus on treating clients with symptoms of anxiety, depression, life transition, grief/trauma, poor coping skills (addiction), and Relationship problems. I have a Person-Centered light-hearted humor approach with Solution Focus, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received my master's from Argosy University and have been in the field for 12 years. I have experience in both residential and outpatient settings, treating adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I am confident in treating a wide array of diagnoses and needs including depression, anxiety, life transitions, perinatal and postpartum difficulties, behavioral issues, academic and employment challenges, grief, and trauma.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received my master's from Argosy University and have been in the field for 12 years. I have experience in both residential and outpatient settings, treating adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I am confident in treating a wide array of diagnoses and needs including depression, anxiety, life transitions, perinatal and postpartum difficulties, behavioral issues, academic and employment challenges, grief, and trauma.
My name is Fernando Vinuela, LMFT88215 (CA), I am CBT therapist with a Rogerian foundation. My areas of focus are anxiety, depression, family-stage changes and immigrant families. My approach to therapy utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rogerian, and Person-Centered therapies. I have experience working with first and second-generation immigrant males and their families. My communication style is very relaxed, accepting, and motivating towards my clients. During our first session together, we will become familiar with each other
My name is Fernando Vinuela, LMFT88215 (CA), I am CBT therapist with a Rogerian foundation. My areas of focus are anxiety, depression, family-stage changes and immigrant families. My approach to therapy utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rogerian, and Person-Centered therapies. I have experience working with first and second-generation immigrant males and their families. My communication style is very relaxed, accepting, and motivating towards my clients. During our first session together, we will become familiar with each other
Monica Guitierrez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
I’m Monica Gutierrez, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I enjoy being a support to my clients during this journey of self-discovery and healing. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationships, and work stressors. I have found that in my experience in therapy, I work well with adults in all phases of life and different backgrounds. I assist my clients that are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and daily stressors. I assist clients with developing coping skills and building support systems to get them through difficult life transitions.
I’m Monica Gutierrez, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I enjoy being a support to my clients during this journey of self-discovery and healing. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationships, and work stressors. I have found that in my experience in therapy, I work well with adults in all phases of life and different backgrounds. I assist my clients that are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and daily stressors. I assist clients with developing coping skills and building support systems to get them through difficult life transitions.
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Do you feel lost? Do you know who you are? Is it difficult to trust others? Are you attracting the same toxic people in your life? If this is you, let's take a journey through meaningful conversation to create a tailored plan for becoming the best version of yourself. My name is Kim Strong, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have been in the field of Social Work and Mental Health for 20+ years. I am drawn to marginalized populations and treatment areas such as low self-esteem/self-worth/self-identity, self-acceptance, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal relationships.
Do you feel lost? Do you know who you are? Is it difficult to trust others? Are you attracting the same toxic people in your life? If this is you, let's take a journey through meaningful conversation to create a tailored plan for becoming the best version of yourself. My name is Kim Strong, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have been in the field of Social Work and Mental Health for 20+ years. I am drawn to marginalized populations and treatment areas such as low self-esteem/self-worth/self-identity, self-acceptance, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal relationships.
Narine Jallatyan (Sister Dhammadinna)
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
I approach therapy with the spirit of recognizing the primary human need to find meaning and purpose in life’s situations and experiences, especially those that are painful. So, whether you are experiencing suffering that is the result of anger, depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, trauma, or relational distress, my focus (given my training and experience through the years) will be to give you the tools to reduce your suffering and for you to see that there is light at the end of the tunnel.
I approach therapy with the spirit of recognizing the primary human need to find meaning and purpose in life’s situations and experiences, especially those that are painful. So, whether you are experiencing suffering that is the result of anger, depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, trauma, or relational distress, my focus (given my training and experience through the years) will be to give you the tools to reduce your suffering and for you to see that there is light at the end of the tunnel.
My name is Dr. Mariam Tsaturyan. I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing psychotherapy to individuals and couples with over twenty years of experience. With expertise in health anxiety, life transitions, depression, and relationship issues, I employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic approaches. I am client-centered, focusing on each individual's unique needs to foster personal growth and well-being. My approach is flexible and tailored to meet each client's unique needs, focusing on helping them understand and change their thought patterns and behaviors while exploring underlying psychological roots.
My name is Dr. Mariam Tsaturyan. I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing psychotherapy to individuals and couples with over twenty years of experience. With expertise in health anxiety, life transitions, depression, and relationship issues, I employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic approaches. I am client-centered, focusing on each individual's unique needs to foster personal growth and well-being. My approach is flexible and tailored to meet each client's unique needs, focusing on helping them understand and change their thought patterns and behaviors while exploring underlying psychological roots.
Diana Dawson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
Connecting with your therapist is one of the important parts about therapy and for this reason I offer a 15 min free consultation where you will have an opportunity to meet me and determine if I am a good fit for you. I enjoy helping people through their process and have a lot of experience working specifically with depression, anxiety and trauma diagnoses.
Connecting with your therapist is one of the important parts about therapy and for this reason I offer a 15 min free consultation where you will have an opportunity to meet me and determine if I am a good fit for you. I enjoy helping people through their process and have a lot of experience working specifically with depression, anxiety and trauma diagnoses.
Dimitri Quaglierini
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
There are times in life when we need someone to talk to about feelings of anxiety, depression, or constant worry. We will work together to understand and find coping solutions to these life stressors and feelings that you are experiencing. Overcoming challenges in life begins with how you think. I will encourage you to re-think and find solutions and coping strategies to help you to become free of the worries that have hindered your growth. I am a licensed MFT with a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Pepperdine University and completed my undergraduate studies at Saint Mary’s College in the Bay Area.
There are times in life when we need someone to talk to about feelings of anxiety, depression, or constant worry. We will work together to understand and find coping solutions to these life stressors and feelings that you are experiencing. Overcoming challenges in life begins with how you think. I will encourage you to re-think and find solutions and coping strategies to help you to become free of the worries that have hindered your growth. I am a licensed MFT with a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Pepperdine University and completed my undergraduate studies at Saint Mary’s College in the Bay Area.
Rochelle Ashton-Beasley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with issues such as depression, trauma, anxiety, anger, and relational problems.
My name is Rochelle Ashton and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I have 14 years of clinical experience working in the mental health field with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of life challenges and mental health disorders. I utilize different treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, EMDR, PCIT, and many more based on the needs of the client.
I specialize in working with issues such as depression, trauma, anxiety, anger, and relational problems.
My name is Rochelle Ashton and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I have 14 years of clinical experience working in the mental health field with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of life challenges and mental health disorders. I utilize different treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, EMDR, PCIT, and many more based on the needs of the client.
Jose Oropeza Paredes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Jose Oropeza, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use. I utilize acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to support and assist my clients in their progress.
Hello, my name is Jose Oropeza, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use. I utilize acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to support and assist my clients in their progress.
John Peters, LCSW I am licensed in California with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with aging issues, stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I use a supportive and cognitive behavioral approach. My specialty is working with older adults and their families who are dealing with life changes, grief and loss, end of life, and hospice. Also, men issues, anxiety and depression.
John Peters, LCSW I am licensed in California with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with aging issues, stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I use a supportive and cognitive behavioral approach. My specialty is working with older adults and their families who are dealing with life changes, grief and loss, end of life, and hospice. Also, men issues, anxiety and depression.
Kathy Valencia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
I believe in tailoring each session to each person regardless if you are struggling through a new life transition, working through painful experiences, or attempting to regain your life back from symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Little by little, a little becomes a lot - unknown
I believe in tailoring each session to each person regardless if you are struggling through a new life transition, working through painful experiences, or attempting to regain your life back from symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Little by little, a little becomes a lot - unknown
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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.