Depression Therapists in Philadelphia County, PA
Logan Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19107
As a practicing clinical social worker and psychotherapist with a private practice, I provide talk therapy to individuals. My areas of expertise include treating depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and relationship issues. Prior to my private practice, I have had experience working as a therapist at a community mental health center, as well as serving as a helpline specialist for a crisis hotline. I have pursued post-graduate training through didactic coursework, personal psychotherapy, and ongoing case consultation with senior colleagues.
As a practicing clinical social worker and psychotherapist with a private practice, I provide talk therapy to individuals. My areas of expertise include treating depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and relationship issues. Prior to my private practice, I have had experience working as a therapist at a community mental health center, as well as serving as a helpline specialist for a crisis hotline. I have pursued post-graduate training through didactic coursework, personal psychotherapy, and ongoing case consultation with senior colleagues.
I particularly enjoy working with women aged 20-40 who are working to overcome anxiety and depression or are coping with relationship dynamics. I believe most clients have a trauma history that shapes their mental health concerns, and helping them to process and heal from this history is vital to the client achieving a better quality of life. My ideal client will be seeking to learn new coping skills, communication strategies, or relationship skills.
I particularly enjoy working with women aged 20-40 who are working to overcome anxiety and depression or are coping with relationship dynamics. I believe most clients have a trauma history that shapes their mental health concerns, and helping them to process and heal from this history is vital to the client achieving a better quality of life. My ideal client will be seeking to learn new coping skills, communication strategies, or relationship skills.
I provide treatment for a variety of issues ranging from emotional issues, behavioral difficulties and addiction, to depression and anxiety.
"It is the client who knows what hurts, what directions to go, what problems are crucial, what experiences have been deeply buried." -Carl Rodgers I am here to help guide you on YOUR journey. I'm passionate about creating resources for those struggling with mental health issues or just everyday problems. As a Licensed Professional Counselor I've spent the past 10 years dedicated to providing services to incarcerated and post-incarcerated individuals, their families and those working in the criminal legal system.
I provide treatment for a variety of issues ranging from emotional issues, behavioral difficulties and addiction, to depression and anxiety.
"It is the client who knows what hurts, what directions to go, what problems are crucial, what experiences have been deeply buried." -Carl Rodgers I am here to help guide you on YOUR journey. I'm passionate about creating resources for those struggling with mental health issues or just everyday problems. As a Licensed Professional Counselor I've spent the past 10 years dedicated to providing services to incarcerated and post-incarcerated individuals, their families and those working in the criminal legal system.
Sharon Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, ACSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19152
I am a Licensed Psychotherapist treating diverse problems with a focus on anxiety, depression, relationships, stress and self-esteem. Everyone has life challenges and it is natural to seek help to resolve them. I want my clients to feel accepted, like they are really being heard and that their situations are being taken seriously. Warmth, compassion, trust, and honesty are the cornerstones of my practice. As an actively engaged therapist, I work toward helping clients to gain insight, emotional relief, and better coping skills. I treat adults of all ages and have extensive experience dealing with clients from all backgrounds.
I am a Licensed Psychotherapist treating diverse problems with a focus on anxiety, depression, relationships, stress and self-esteem. Everyone has life challenges and it is natural to seek help to resolve them. I want my clients to feel accepted, like they are really being heard and that their situations are being taken seriously. Warmth, compassion, trust, and honesty are the cornerstones of my practice. As an actively engaged therapist, I work toward helping clients to gain insight, emotional relief, and better coping skills. I treat adults of all ages and have extensive experience dealing with clients from all backgrounds.
Stephanie Koszarek
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102
I specialize in depression and anxiety with teens and adults struggling with symptoms that include: numbness, emptiness, disconnection/dissociation, loss of motivation, loss of pleasure, overwhelming emotions, racing/worried thoughts, panic attacks, and social avoidance. Please visit my website for more details at: www.ag-counseling.org.
I specialize in depression and anxiety with teens and adults struggling with symptoms that include: numbness, emptiness, disconnection/dissociation, loss of motivation, loss of pleasure, overwhelming emotions, racing/worried thoughts, panic attacks, and social avoidance. Please visit my website for more details at: www.ag-counseling.org.
The Art of Evolving, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
I have over 11 years of post graduate clinical experience working with children, teens, and adults. I support those navigating depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, racism, discrimination, bullying, identity exploration, and workplace issues. I embrace the collaborative power of the therapeutic relationship to support clients with identifying and achieving realistic goals. I seek to empower clients with the skills of coping, insight, and self-awareness to navigate life and lead the lives they choose.
I have over 11 years of post graduate clinical experience working with children, teens, and adults. I support those navigating depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, racism, discrimination, bullying, identity exploration, and workplace issues. I embrace the collaborative power of the therapeutic relationship to support clients with identifying and achieving realistic goals. I seek to empower clients with the skills of coping, insight, and self-awareness to navigate life and lead the lives they choose.
I have extensive experience in LGBTQ+ issues, addiction, harm reduction, trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
I strive to create a collaborative, nonjudgmental space conducive to meaningful self-examination and change. My style is curious, at times challenging and, at others, affirming. I work with you to compassionately explore your life and identify new possibilities, as well as alter unrecognized habits that inhibit satisfaction and personal growth. Therapy with me is a compassionate and dedicated inquiry to help you feel better and thrive. 'Thriving' is unique to each of us and I will work with you define your idea of a fulfilling life, keeping in mind it may differ from social ideals ill-suited to satisfy many of us.
I have extensive experience in LGBTQ+ issues, addiction, harm reduction, trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
I strive to create a collaborative, nonjudgmental space conducive to meaningful self-examination and change. My style is curious, at times challenging and, at others, affirming. I work with you to compassionately explore your life and identify new possibilities, as well as alter unrecognized habits that inhibit satisfaction and personal growth. Therapy with me is a compassionate and dedicated inquiry to help you feel better and thrive. 'Thriving' is unique to each of us and I will work with you define your idea of a fulfilling life, keeping in mind it may differ from social ideals ill-suited to satisfy many of us.
I have 25 years of experience working with adults with a variety of issues, with particular expertise in relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and career and life transitions.
Are you feeling stuck or unhappy in terms of a relationship, job, or in life in general? My integrative, solution-based focus is tailored to your specific situation, goals, personality, and comfort level. Together, we can identify and change the obstacles that are preventing you from better pursuing your goals, getting along better with the important people in your life, and feeling more confident and less anxious. My goal is to help you to find new ways of thinking about yourself and others so that you can manage challenges more easily and feel more confident and fulfilled in your life.
I have 25 years of experience working with adults with a variety of issues, with particular expertise in relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and career and life transitions.
Are you feeling stuck or unhappy in terms of a relationship, job, or in life in general? My integrative, solution-based focus is tailored to your specific situation, goals, personality, and comfort level. Together, we can identify and change the obstacles that are preventing you from better pursuing your goals, getting along better with the important people in your life, and feeling more confident and less anxious. My goal is to help you to find new ways of thinking about yourself and others so that you can manage challenges more easily and feel more confident and fulfilled in your life.
Helen Suntag
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19130 (Online Only)
I am especially passionate about helping those with trauma histories, anxiety, depression, and neurodivergence make sense of historical struggles through a non-judgmental, self-compassionate lens.
Whether you are just starting to explore ways to improve your mental wellbeing or have been struggling for many years, you don't have to navigate it alone. As an experienced therapist, I have supported college students navigating life transitions, chronic trauma survivors who feel disconnected from the people around them, and high-performing professionals struggling to balance the demands of work and home. We all want relief from our current symptoms and to have the ability to set and accomplish future goals. Through private telehealth sessions, I help empower men, women, and non-binary adults to do just that.
I am especially passionate about helping those with trauma histories, anxiety, depression, and neurodivergence make sense of historical struggles through a non-judgmental, self-compassionate lens.
Whether you are just starting to explore ways to improve your mental wellbeing or have been struggling for many years, you don't have to navigate it alone. As an experienced therapist, I have supported college students navigating life transitions, chronic trauma survivors who feel disconnected from the people around them, and high-performing professionals struggling to balance the demands of work and home. We all want relief from our current symptoms and to have the ability to set and accomplish future goals. Through private telehealth sessions, I help empower men, women, and non-binary adults to do just that.
Patrick Grugan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MFA, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19119
Maybe you’ve been depressed, anxious, or feeling bad about yourself. Maybe you’re tired of this, and want to get to the roots of these feelings, so you can heal. Often present symptoms are built on traumatic past experiences, the feelings associated, and the narratives and strategies that you created to make sense of it all. I believe healing comes when you examine these experiences, feel the feelings in a safe, caring environment, and view these experiences in a fresh, more accurate, more compassionate light. You can then rewrite the narratives that have held you back, and start to try out all kinds of new things in your life.
Maybe you’ve been depressed, anxious, or feeling bad about yourself. Maybe you’re tired of this, and want to get to the roots of these feelings, so you can heal. Often present symptoms are built on traumatic past experiences, the feelings associated, and the narratives and strategies that you created to make sense of it all. I believe healing comes when you examine these experiences, feel the feelings in a safe, caring environment, and view these experiences in a fresh, more accurate, more compassionate light. You can then rewrite the narratives that have held you back, and start to try out all kinds of new things in your life.
Many of us at time struggle with managing the stress of life and it can become overwhelming. The good news is you are not alone! Reaching out for support is the first step, and a clear sign that you are apart and ready for a change. I am here to be a part of your support system. I have worked with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, and many other concerns. I believe that you are ready to move on with your life and that you have the strength to empower yourself.
Many of us at time struggle with managing the stress of life and it can become overwhelming. The good news is you are not alone! Reaching out for support is the first step, and a clear sign that you are apart and ready for a change. I am here to be a part of your support system. I have worked with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, and many other concerns. I believe that you are ready to move on with your life and that you have the strength to empower yourself.
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Tenera Styles
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
Tenera Styles is a National Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania who earned a Master of Arts in Clinical-Counseling Psychology from LaSalle University. She has over 10 years of experience in assisting adults, children, and families with managing various life circumstances and empowering them to achieve their goals. Tenera has worked with those who may be experiencing trauma, depression, grief/loss, anxiety, self-harm/injury, mood disorders, mental illness, self-esteem, and relationship issues.
Tenera Styles is a National Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania who earned a Master of Arts in Clinical-Counseling Psychology from LaSalle University. She has over 10 years of experience in assisting adults, children, and families with managing various life circumstances and empowering them to achieve their goals. Tenera has worked with those who may be experiencing trauma, depression, grief/loss, anxiety, self-harm/injury, mood disorders, mental illness, self-esteem, and relationship issues.
Are you struggling with difficult life transitions, depression, & anxiety? I enjoy working with clients who feel motivated to take that first step of exploring reasons why they are feeling unhappy or dissatisfied with their lives right now. I work with clients who want to gain insight & learn tangible skills that they can practice outside of the therapeutic sessions to change their lives for the better. My role as a Licensed Professional Counselor is to help individuals gain insight and feel empowered to create positive change in their lives. I offer a collaborative approach to create a unique treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Are you struggling with difficult life transitions, depression, & anxiety? I enjoy working with clients who feel motivated to take that first step of exploring reasons why they are feeling unhappy or dissatisfied with their lives right now. I work with clients who want to gain insight & learn tangible skills that they can practice outside of the therapeutic sessions to change their lives for the better. My role as a Licensed Professional Counselor is to help individuals gain insight and feel empowered to create positive change in their lives. I offer a collaborative approach to create a unique treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Melanie Drewencki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19127
My treatment focus includes anxiety/panic, depression, substance abuse and dependency, trauma and relationship/marriage issues.
My goal as your therapist is to create a safe space where you are able to explore areas of your life that you want to change for the better. I utilize a strengths based and holistic approach to treatment. I believe that our thoughts, feelings and behaviors are interconnected. The therapeutic relationship is a fantastic starting point to promote self growth and recognition that you are able to implement change. I look forward to meeting you!
My treatment focus includes anxiety/panic, depression, substance abuse and dependency, trauma and relationship/marriage issues.
My goal as your therapist is to create a safe space where you are able to explore areas of your life that you want to change for the better. I utilize a strengths based and holistic approach to treatment. I believe that our thoughts, feelings and behaviors are interconnected. The therapeutic relationship is a fantastic starting point to promote self growth and recognition that you are able to implement change. I look forward to meeting you!
Judith Tanzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19106 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social with over thirty years of experience. I view the relationship between myself and the client as central to the healing process of therapy. People often initiate therapy because they are experiencing emotional pain that is hard to understand, to change, and that creates a feeling of helplessness. My objective is to offer a safe and supportive environment in which together we can explore internal conflicts, behavioral patterns, and negative thinking patterns, that have prevented achieving a more satisfying life. I work with a range of issues : anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, relationship problems.
I am a licensed clinical social with over thirty years of experience. I view the relationship between myself and the client as central to the healing process of therapy. People often initiate therapy because they are experiencing emotional pain that is hard to understand, to change, and that creates a feeling of helplessness. My objective is to offer a safe and supportive environment in which together we can explore internal conflicts, behavioral patterns, and negative thinking patterns, that have prevented achieving a more satisfying life. I work with a range of issues : anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, relationship problems.
I have particular expertise in adjustment issues, work and school problems, relationship issues, divorce and co-parenting, reunification, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, abuse, women's issues, and elder transition.
Do you want to have a deeper understanding of your emotional style and how it affects your personal and professional relationships? I use a cognitive approach to therapy, which is effective in helping clients improve their understanding of themselves. My goal is to provide you with a safe and honest environment in which to do this work. Take the first step to more effective living by understanding how patterns of thoughts affect your emotions and actions -- and what to do about it.
I have particular expertise in adjustment issues, work and school problems, relationship issues, divorce and co-parenting, reunification, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, abuse, women's issues, and elder transition.
Do you want to have a deeper understanding of your emotional style and how it affects your personal and professional relationships? I use a cognitive approach to therapy, which is effective in helping clients improve their understanding of themselves. My goal is to provide you with a safe and honest environment in which to do this work. Take the first step to more effective living by understanding how patterns of thoughts affect your emotions and actions -- and what to do about it.
I focus on trauma, depression, anxiety, attachment difficulties, & relationship/family issues. My ideal client would be open to change and exploring more positive ways to see themselves. My ideal client would be someone that values our time together and is present for sessions. My ideal client would be someone who can reflect from within and be willing to do the work, with a sincere desire to change their lifestyle. This client would be flexible and willing to see the other side of the coin, exploring the past and delving into the present.
I focus on trauma, depression, anxiety, attachment difficulties, & relationship/family issues. My ideal client would be open to change and exploring more positive ways to see themselves. My ideal client would be someone that values our time together and is present for sessions. My ideal client would be someone who can reflect from within and be willing to do the work, with a sincere desire to change their lifestyle. This client would be flexible and willing to see the other side of the coin, exploring the past and delving into the present.
School, work, starting a relationship, starting a family- there are countless transitions to navigate on the road to adulthood. These transitions, along with the stresses of daily life, can exacerbate anxiety and depression. You deserve the opportunity to be heard as you face life's challenges. Through compassion, humor, and sensitivity, I will support you as we build our therapeutic relationship, whether it is your first time in therapy or you are returning after some time away.
School, work, starting a relationship, starting a family- there are countless transitions to navigate on the road to adulthood. These transitions, along with the stresses of daily life, can exacerbate anxiety and depression. You deserve the opportunity to be heard as you face life's challenges. Through compassion, humor, and sensitivity, I will support you as we build our therapeutic relationship, whether it is your first time in therapy or you are returning after some time away.
Ben Goldstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19143 (Online Only)
Therapy is a place to get curious about areas in your life where you might feel stuck, depressed, or isolated. In our work together, I strive to create a space that builds capacity for you to change by exploring your relationships, both past and present. I hope to support you in arriving at a deeper sense of connection to the world around you and the people in it.
Therapy is a place to get curious about areas in your life where you might feel stuck, depressed, or isolated. In our work together, I strive to create a space that builds capacity for you to change by exploring your relationships, both past and present. I hope to support you in arriving at a deeper sense of connection to the world around you and the people in it.
Nakira Darden
Licensed Professional Counselor, CCTP-I, ADHD-CC, C-DBT, CCATP, CGCS
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19133
My specialties are Spiritual Life Coaching, supporting families with dealing with troubled youth, children experiencing behavioral issues, and women dealing with trauma, depression and anxiety.
Finding a Therapist/Counselor/Spiritual Life Coach can be challenging. However, locating one that is a right fit for you can take time. Be gentle with yourself through the process and trust that you will find what and who you need. Building a trusting relationship within the therapeutic process is a major component for success. This is one I take seriously. I like to start with building a healthy and trusting relationship in a safe space. I offer a free 15 minute consultation to help you the client see if you feel comfortable working with me. I am trained in family therapy.
My specialties are Spiritual Life Coaching, supporting families with dealing with troubled youth, children experiencing behavioral issues, and women dealing with trauma, depression and anxiety.
Finding a Therapist/Counselor/Spiritual Life Coach can be challenging. However, locating one that is a right fit for you can take time. Be gentle with yourself through the process and trust that you will find what and who you need. Building a trusting relationship within the therapeutic process is a major component for success. This is one I take seriously. I like to start with building a healthy and trusting relationship in a safe space. I offer a free 15 minute consultation to help you the client see if you feel comfortable working with me. I am trained in family therapy.
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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.