Depression Therapists in Torrance, CA
Elena Catherine Wash
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90501 (Online Only)
My name is Elena, and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in Millennial Mental Health for women with a focus on anxiety, depression, and holistic wellness.
Do you feel like an “Adult Child”? Do you feel stuck? Are you having difficulty navigating Adulthood, and it’s causing you to feel burned out, anxious, lonely, and depressed? Did you follow the rules of our previous generations about what it means to be “successful,” “an Adult,” or “a woman” only to be shackled with student debt, feeling disillusioned, and struggling to define your wants and needs in your life? Do you need help redefining what Adulthood and success mean for you and find meaning in your life? Then this is the place for you!
My name is Elena, and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in Millennial Mental Health for women with a focus on anxiety, depression, and holistic wellness.
Do you feel like an “Adult Child”? Do you feel stuck? Are you having difficulty navigating Adulthood, and it’s causing you to feel burned out, anxious, lonely, and depressed? Did you follow the rules of our previous generations about what it means to be “successful,” “an Adult,” or “a woman” only to be shackled with student debt, feeling disillusioned, and struggling to define your wants and needs in your life? Do you need help redefining what Adulthood and success mean for you and find meaning in your life? Then this is the place for you!
Thank you for visiting my profile. I specialize in helping adults in their 20s and 30s navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment and relationships, and LGBTQ+ identity. Through an authentic and collaborative therapeutic relationship, our work will allow you to gain a deeper understanding of how your past has shaped your present so you can move mindfully into your future.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I specialize in helping adults in their 20s and 30s navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment and relationships, and LGBTQ+ identity. Through an authentic and collaborative therapeutic relationship, our work will allow you to gain a deeper understanding of how your past has shaped your present so you can move mindfully into your future.
You are taking the first steps in creating change in your life. The pursuit of health, happiness, and healing are aspects that we all strive for, and that can be accelerated with additional support and insight oriented therapy. In addition to traditional approaches, such as psychodynamic approaches and cognitive behavioral interventions, I utilize mindfulness techniques, Somatic Experiencing, and EMDR. I have experience in treating a variety of condition, such as depression, anxiety, and trauma. Therapy can assist with stress and change of life issues, such as divorce, new parents, health issues, bereavement, or work/peer conflict.
You are taking the first steps in creating change in your life. The pursuit of health, happiness, and healing are aspects that we all strive for, and that can be accelerated with additional support and insight oriented therapy. In addition to traditional approaches, such as psychodynamic approaches and cognitive behavioral interventions, I utilize mindfulness techniques, Somatic Experiencing, and EMDR. I have experience in treating a variety of condition, such as depression, anxiety, and trauma. Therapy can assist with stress and change of life issues, such as divorce, new parents, health issues, bereavement, or work/peer conflict.
Perhaps you desire more satisfying relationships. Or you long for an end to blue moods, constant worries, or food struggles. If so, I am here to help, both in person and on Zoom. Fortunately, your decision to seek counseling is a positive first step. In my practice, I teach individuals how to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety; guide couples toward more loving connections; help clients with eating challenges to accept themselves and manage harmful habits; and provide constructive feedback on career issues.
Perhaps you desire more satisfying relationships. Or you long for an end to blue moods, constant worries, or food struggles. If so, I am here to help, both in person and on Zoom. Fortunately, your decision to seek counseling is a positive first step. In my practice, I teach individuals how to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety; guide couples toward more loving connections; help clients with eating challenges to accept themselves and manage harmful habits; and provide constructive feedback on career issues.
Dr. Angela Leniece Body
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90501
I specialize in supporting adults facing depression, anxiety, grief, loss, and adjustment disorders, as well as those navigating health challenges.
Comprehensive Support for Patients and Medical Professionals. Are you grappling with the overwhelming weight of a medical diagnosis, feeling utterly shaken? Do doubts consume you about your ability to navigate life's responsibilities – caring for loved ones, sustaining relationships, or maintaining your career? The restless nights contemplating an uncertain future can be unbearable. I understand your pain! I am passionate about helping individuals cope by providing supportive counseling, education, and adaptive coping tools. Give me a call! I would be honored to assist you on your journey to wellness.
I specialize in supporting adults facing depression, anxiety, grief, loss, and adjustment disorders, as well as those navigating health challenges.
Comprehensive Support for Patients and Medical Professionals. Are you grappling with the overwhelming weight of a medical diagnosis, feeling utterly shaken? Do doubts consume you about your ability to navigate life's responsibilities – caring for loved ones, sustaining relationships, or maintaining your career? The restless nights contemplating an uncertain future can be unbearable. I understand your pain! I am passionate about helping individuals cope by providing supportive counseling, education, and adaptive coping tools. Give me a call! I would be honored to assist you on your journey to wellness.
I have experience with the following: anxiety, coping skills, depression, family conflict, grief and loss, life's transition, relationship issues, and, trauma.
Has your child been acting out, uncommunicative, or withdrawn lately? Has their emotional well-being been affected by changes in their life? You are not alone. I have a deep passion for helping children find their voice, rather than acting out or withdrawing. For over 30 years I have worked with children of all ages as well as families and adults. As a therapist, I find it most rewarding when I help my clients breakthrough and grow from their trauma. I specialize in child therapy along with anxiety, depression, ADHD in all ages. Together we can achieve your goals at The Effective Therapy Group.
I have experience with the following: anxiety, coping skills, depression, family conflict, grief and loss, life's transition, relationship issues, and, trauma.
Has your child been acting out, uncommunicative, or withdrawn lately? Has their emotional well-being been affected by changes in their life? You are not alone. I have a deep passion for helping children find their voice, rather than acting out or withdrawing. For over 30 years I have worked with children of all ages as well as families and adults. As a therapist, I find it most rewarding when I help my clients breakthrough and grow from their trauma. I specialize in child therapy along with anxiety, depression, ADHD in all ages. Together we can achieve your goals at The Effective Therapy Group.
Cleo Young
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
Waitlist for new clients
Rooted in compassion and person-centered care, Cleo collaborates with and help clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, PTSD/traumas, transgenerational burden, grief/losses, life's transitions... Cleo has extensive experience in assisting clients with self-image and eating concerns. She is in alliance with LGBTQIA+ community and has spent years assisting clients with intimate partner violence and ageing-related mental health challenges in addition to being a substance use specialist.
Rooted in compassion and person-centered care, Cleo collaborates with and help clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, PTSD/traumas, transgenerational burden, grief/losses, life's transitions... Cleo has extensive experience in assisting clients with self-image and eating concerns. She is in alliance with LGBTQIA+ community and has spent years assisting clients with intimate partner violence and ageing-related mental health challenges in addition to being a substance use specialist.
Victor Hernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505 (Online Only)
Have you been feeling like you can’t seem to pull yourself together or that you are emotionally drained trying to figure out what is going on in your life? Is anxiety or depression causing you problems with your spouse, partner, friends, co-workers, or family members? Did something bad recently happen? Are you going through a separation? Did you lose a loved one? Are you dealing with stress at work? Did you experience trauma in your life? Are you just feeling anxious? "You are not alone.”
Have you been feeling like you can’t seem to pull yourself together or that you are emotionally drained trying to figure out what is going on in your life? Is anxiety or depression causing you problems with your spouse, partner, friends, co-workers, or family members? Did something bad recently happen? Are you going through a separation? Did you lose a loved one? Are you dealing with stress at work? Did you experience trauma in your life? Are you just feeling anxious? "You are not alone.”
Dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or relationship issues? Let's have a conversation. I aim to understand your unique challenges and pave a clear path forward. Your success is my priority.
Dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or relationship issues? Let's have a conversation. I aim to understand your unique challenges and pave a clear path forward. Your success is my priority.
Cheyla Bellamy - Hablo Español
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90503
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others, especially in relation to past trauma, anxiety and/or depression? Do you find it challenging to navigate life and life transitions, wondering if there's something better out there? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to manage their relationships, careers and lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for self-care can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. We believe that it shouldn't be so hard to live a fulfilling life & I am here to support you in this journey.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others, especially in relation to past trauma, anxiety and/or depression? Do you find it challenging to navigate life and life transitions, wondering if there's something better out there? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to manage their relationships, careers and lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for self-care can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. We believe that it shouldn't be so hard to live a fulfilling life & I am here to support you in this journey.
Here in the South Bay, I specialize in working with individuals who are currently struggling with issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationship difficulties.
It might be that you feel you can do better in your relationships or career. Or that you are concerned about what the future looks like. Maybe you would like to end blue moods or constant worry, but don't know how to do this. Sometimes it is difficult to make changes on your own, and I am here to help. My practice started 20 years ago in New York City, where I helped clients achieve their potential and improve their relationships. One of my greatest strengths has been the ability to connect with clients and partner in their path to growth, insight, and happiness.
Here in the South Bay, I specialize in working with individuals who are currently struggling with issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationship difficulties.
It might be that you feel you can do better in your relationships or career. Or that you are concerned about what the future looks like. Maybe you would like to end blue moods or constant worry, but don't know how to do this. Sometimes it is difficult to make changes on your own, and I am here to help. My practice started 20 years ago in New York City, where I helped clients achieve their potential and improve their relationships. One of my greatest strengths has been the ability to connect with clients and partner in their path to growth, insight, and happiness.
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In addition, I work effectively with clients who are experiencing significant depression and anxiety.
My name is Dr. Ike Kerhulas. I have a PhD in Clinical Psychology. I am licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a collaborative approach to treatment. My focus of practice includes trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, marriage counseling, family dynamics, adolescents, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. My approach to providing therapy is to look at my clients through a trauma lens. My therapy utilizes trauma-focused sessions, understanding attachment styles, and being active in sessions by offering feedback. I also utilize psychoeducation.
In addition, I work effectively with clients who are experiencing significant depression and anxiety.
My name is Dr. Ike Kerhulas. I have a PhD in Clinical Psychology. I am licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a collaborative approach to treatment. My focus of practice includes trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, marriage counseling, family dynamics, adolescents, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. My approach to providing therapy is to look at my clients through a trauma lens. My therapy utilizes trauma-focused sessions, understanding attachment styles, and being active in sessions by offering feedback. I also utilize psychoeducation.
With over 15 years of experience in the field of counseling, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals, couples, and teens. My areas of experience include perinatal counseling, parenting support, and a wide range of mental health issues such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I am also experienced in helping individuals navigate the challenges of narcissistic abuse and divorce.
With over 15 years of experience in the field of counseling, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals, couples, and teens. My areas of experience include perinatal counseling, parenting support, and a wide range of mental health issues such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I am also experienced in helping individuals navigate the challenges of narcissistic abuse and divorce.
Goals for therapy may include (changing behaviors; improving relationships with friends or family; managing depression, anxiety, or anger; increasing motivation, decreasing self-destructive behaviors; and developing healthy coping strategies for life).
I have worked over 20 years as a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is based on the idea that the most important ingredient in psychotherapy is the relationship that develops between the therapist and the patient. The patient must feel comfortable, safe and understood. This type of trusting environment motivates the exploration of self and enables individuals to reach their full personal potential (self-actualization).
Goals for therapy may include (changing behaviors; improving relationships with friends or family; managing depression, anxiety, or anger; increasing motivation, decreasing self-destructive behaviors; and developing healthy coping strategies for life).
I have worked over 20 years as a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is based on the idea that the most important ingredient in psychotherapy is the relationship that develops between the therapist and the patient. The patient must feel comfortable, safe and understood. This type of trusting environment motivates the exploration of self and enables individuals to reach their full personal potential (self-actualization).
I work with you to help you develop a different relationship with your feelings of depression and anxiety.
Do you find yourself hooked by stress, sadness, depression, fears, anxiety and worries? Do you find it is difficult to focus and concentrate? Life may feel quite difficult, be it from work, aging, your health issues, family problems, or significant relationship or friendship changes. You may be seeking to discover what brings meaning to your life. You may be wanting to figure out just how to be more resilient.
I work with you to help you develop a different relationship with your feelings of depression and anxiety.
Do you find yourself hooked by stress, sadness, depression, fears, anxiety and worries? Do you find it is difficult to focus and concentrate? Life may feel quite difficult, be it from work, aging, your health issues, family problems, or significant relationship or friendship changes. You may be seeking to discover what brings meaning to your life. You may be wanting to figure out just how to be more resilient.
Dr. Tony Martinez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505 (Online Only)
My practice is dedicated to supporting individuals facing depression and anxiety, with a strong emphasis on working with couples.
Hello, I’m Dr. Tony Martinez. With over twenty years of experience, I bring a distinctive background as an Air Force veteran and former psychology professor.
My practice is dedicated to supporting individuals facing depression and anxiety, with a strong emphasis on working with couples.
Hello, I’m Dr. Tony Martinez. With over twenty years of experience, I bring a distinctive background as an Air Force veteran and former psychology professor.
A Healing Start Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90505
A Healing Start Counseling is committed to helping individuals begin their journey toward a healthier, more self-compassionate version of themselves. Navigating feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression can become overwhelming and impact how you show up at work/school, in relationships and your daily life in general. I believe in meeting you exactly where you are, creating a safe and trusting environment so that you feel fully seen and heard. Mindfulness practices are integrated into sessions to help you become aware of what you are truly feeling and help shift you from a negative state- emotions, thoughts, or physical pain.
A Healing Start Counseling is committed to helping individuals begin their journey toward a healthier, more self-compassionate version of themselves. Navigating feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression can become overwhelming and impact how you show up at work/school, in relationships and your daily life in general. I believe in meeting you exactly where you are, creating a safe and trusting environment so that you feel fully seen and heard. Mindfulness practices are integrated into sessions to help you become aware of what you are truly feeling and help shift you from a negative state- emotions, thoughts, or physical pain.
Hello, my name is Lisa Kozlowski. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I care about my clients and want to see them enjoy their life. You will receive an empathic straight forward therapy. You want understanding and healing? I am here to help you receive it. I can’t make you have it, but I will guide and teach you how to have it, but only you can do the work, and it takes practice. As a therapist I work with many different symptoms and diagnoses associated with emotional discomfort, discontent, substance abuse, CPS, traumas, PTSD, depression, anxiety, anger, burn out, marriage struggles, parenting, and more.
Hello, my name is Lisa Kozlowski. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I care about my clients and want to see them enjoy their life. You will receive an empathic straight forward therapy. You want understanding and healing? I am here to help you receive it. I can’t make you have it, but I will guide and teach you how to have it, but only you can do the work, and it takes practice. As a therapist I work with many different symptoms and diagnoses associated with emotional discomfort, discontent, substance abuse, CPS, traumas, PTSD, depression, anxiety, anger, burn out, marriage struggles, parenting, and more.
Catherine Penuela-Parker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90503 (Online Only)
Throughout the years, I have trained extensively in childhood and adolescent social-emotional development and parent/child relational issues. I have also specialized in helping adolescent, adults, and families cope with generational trauma and its impact on their current functioning. In more recent years, my practice has expanded due to high demand for treating trauma, depression and anxiety related issues.
Throughout the years, I have trained extensively in childhood and adolescent social-emotional development and parent/child relational issues. I have also specialized in helping adolescent, adults, and families cope with generational trauma and its impact on their current functioning. In more recent years, my practice has expanded due to high demand for treating trauma, depression and anxiety related issues.
I have experience in treating depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive tendencies, trauma, self-esteem issues, and change of life challenges.
Hello, my name is Jess and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Whether you are just starting therapy or a return client, welcome! Making your own mental health a priority is not easy, but I believe it's necessary to take care of ourselves before we take on the responsibilities of daily life. I do my best to make the therapeutic process a collaborative journey to ensure that I'm working with you to build upon your own individual strengths. I will make sure that we go at your pace in therapy, while being open and receptive to feedback. I want to know that you are benefitting from our time together.
I have experience in treating depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive tendencies, trauma, self-esteem issues, and change of life challenges.
Hello, my name is Jess and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Whether you are just starting therapy or a return client, welcome! Making your own mental health a priority is not easy, but I believe it's necessary to take care of ourselves before we take on the responsibilities of daily life. I do my best to make the therapeutic process a collaborative journey to ensure that I'm working with you to build upon your own individual strengths. I will make sure that we go at your pace in therapy, while being open and receptive to feedback. I want to know that you are benefitting from our time together.
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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.