Depression Therapists in Rabun Gap, GA

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Joshua Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rabun Gap, GA 30568
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia and Washington DC with a decade of professional work experience ranging from adolescents to adults. I work with clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I help clients with family conflicts, life transitions, parenting issues, mood disorders, depression, trauma, and anxiety.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia and Washington DC with a decade of professional work experience ranging from adolescents to adults. I work with clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I help clients with family conflicts, life transitions, parenting issues, mood disorders, depression, trauma, and anxiety.
(404) 574-5874 View (404) 574-5874
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Sunny Volano
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rabun Gap, GA 30568
My training has focused on relieving anxiety, depression and emotional sensitivity by using a blend of cognitive behavioral therapy.
Things can feel out of control and difficult to slow down. Life can feel like a whirlwind sometimes. Maybe thoughts are irrational, but you cannot stop them. Maybe you are starting to realize you do not always make the best choices. Maybe you have driven yourself into a state of panic. Maybe your child has hit a breaking point and you don’t know how to help. We can figure this out together. I want to help you achieve that balance you are looking for so you can start living the life you want. I have worked with children and adults for the past 13 years in community mental health, in schools, and in private practice.
My training has focused on relieving anxiety, depression and emotional sensitivity by using a blend of cognitive behavioral therapy.
Things can feel out of control and difficult to slow down. Life can feel like a whirlwind sometimes. Maybe thoughts are irrational, but you cannot stop them. Maybe you are starting to realize you do not always make the best choices. Maybe you have driven yourself into a state of panic. Maybe your child has hit a breaking point and you don’t know how to help. We can figure this out together. I want to help you achieve that balance you are looking for so you can start living the life you want. I have worked with children and adults for the past 13 years in community mental health, in schools, and in private practice.
(706) 707-5983 View (706) 707-5983
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Lakeicha Birdsong-Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rabun Gap, GA 30568
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 20 years of therapeutic experience, beginning in 1999, working in an inpatient facility with children and adolescents. My expertise includes working with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, addiction, trauma, grief, and relationship issues. I use a mix of Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Adlerian, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Compassion Focused, Complicated Grief Therapy, Eclectic, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and many more. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move towards where you want to be in life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 20 years of therapeutic experience, beginning in 1999, working in an inpatient facility with children and adolescents. My expertise includes working with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, addiction, trauma, grief, and relationship issues. I use a mix of Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Adlerian, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Compassion Focused, Complicated Grief Therapy, Eclectic, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and many more. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move towards where you want to be in life.
(470) 735-7121 View (470) 735-7121
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LaShell Pope
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rabun Gap, GA 30568
Hi, my name is LaShell Pope. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who loves working with adolescents and adults in diverse populations of different races, cultures, and ethnicities. My approach is to journey with individuals who have experienced depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and different mood disorders. I am also passionate about relationship management, offering pre-marital and marriage counseling, couples counseling, family therapy, and spiritual therapy as a certified Trainer/Facilitator with Prepare-Enrich and Level 1 Gottman certified therapist.
Hi, my name is LaShell Pope. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who loves working with adolescents and adults in diverse populations of different races, cultures, and ethnicities. My approach is to journey with individuals who have experienced depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and different mood disorders. I am also passionate about relationship management, offering pre-marital and marriage counseling, couples counseling, family therapy, and spiritual therapy as a certified Trainer/Facilitator with Prepare-Enrich and Level 1 Gottman certified therapist.
(770) 270-3205 View (770) 270-3205

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Amekia Lawson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tiger, GA 30576
I specialize in working with clients experiencing depression, addiction, and marital, family, self-esteem, and behavior issues.
Hello! My name is Amekia, and I am a licensed professional counselor in Georgia. I have a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Masters's degree in Professional Counseling. I believe in using a client-centered approach and feel that it is important to establish a great rapport and relationship with each client and that we can learn from one another. I also feel that it is my job to be a support system and guide for you as you journey along the path of finding yourself again or growing.
I specialize in working with clients experiencing depression, addiction, and marital, family, self-esteem, and behavior issues.
Hello! My name is Amekia, and I am a licensed professional counselor in Georgia. I have a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Masters's degree in Professional Counseling. I believe in using a client-centered approach and feel that it is important to establish a great rapport and relationship with each client and that we can learn from one another. I also feel that it is my job to be a support system and guide for you as you journey along the path of finding yourself again or growing.
(470) 782-9360 View (470) 782-9360
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April Noriega
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Sky Valley, GA 30537
April has a history of working with individuals with ADHD, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD.
April Noriega is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. April has a long history of working with a diverse population of clients and disorders. As a military spouse, a mom of three, and a survivor of past trauma, April brings a wide array of skill sets and real-world experiences. Her hope is through therapy, you will see improvements and gain the tools you need to benefit your journey to a healthier you. April has worked with clients of all ages and has worked in private practice, in-home settings, in clinics, and via telehealth.
April has a history of working with individuals with ADHD, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD.
April Noriega is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. April has a long history of working with a diverse population of clients and disorders. As a military spouse, a mom of three, and a survivor of past trauma, April brings a wide array of skill sets and real-world experiences. Her hope is through therapy, you will see improvements and gain the tools you need to benefit your journey to a healthier you. April has worked with clients of all ages and has worked in private practice, in-home settings, in clinics, and via telehealth.
(770) 230-5525 View (770) 230-5525
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Patricia Calloway
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Sky Valley, GA 30537
With over 20 years of experience, I enjoy working with mature and prepared clients to dedicate the time needed to achieve their goals. I utilize various techniques and skills drawn from recognized therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. I am using holistic, client-centered, and collaborative approaches. My main focus is Anxiety, Depression, Aging, Eating Disorders, Trauma, and PTSD. I believe that if you are passionate about helping clients, you can help them find the healing and happiness they seek.
With over 20 years of experience, I enjoy working with mature and prepared clients to dedicate the time needed to achieve their goals. I utilize various techniques and skills drawn from recognized therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. I am using holistic, client-centered, and collaborative approaches. My main focus is Anxiety, Depression, Aging, Eating Disorders, Trauma, and PTSD. I believe that if you are passionate about helping clients, you can help them find the healing and happiness they seek.
(470) 745-3811 View (470) 745-3811
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Aneesah Landry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Clayton, GA 30525
I'm Aneesah Landry, a licensed professional counseling in the state of Georgia. I mostly provide therapy based on the needs of the client. It is my goal to tailor the sessions to fit your desired goals in order to relieve or reduce the burden you may be feeling. I work with a variety of clients, but the majority of my clients suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, or relationship issues. I am comfortable treating a variety of issues, but I love an opportunity to consult with you in order to see if I will be able to assist you.
I'm Aneesah Landry, a licensed professional counseling in the state of Georgia. I mostly provide therapy based on the needs of the client. It is my goal to tailor the sessions to fit your desired goals in order to relieve or reduce the burden you may be feeling. I work with a variety of clients, but the majority of my clients suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, or relationship issues. I am comfortable treating a variety of issues, but I love an opportunity to consult with you in order to see if I will be able to assist you.
(470) 284-1611 View (470) 284-1611
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Eric C. Thurmond
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mountain City, GA 30562
Waitlist for new clients
Specialties include: marriage/family therapy, defiant teens, anxiety, depression and anger management.
Eric Thurmond is a Licensed Professional Counselor and native of Rabun County Georgia. He received his B.A. in Psychology from Piedmont College and his M.S. in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Brenau University. He maintains a physical office in Clayton, GA but offers telehealth services as well. He has practiced as an outpatient therapist for over 12 years and works with child, teen, and adult populations alike. It is his goal to provide the highest quality counseling services from a thought-provoking and informed Christian perspective of hope and healing.
Specialties include: marriage/family therapy, defiant teens, anxiety, depression and anger management.
Eric Thurmond is a Licensed Professional Counselor and native of Rabun County Georgia. He received his B.A. in Psychology from Piedmont College and his M.S. in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Brenau University. He maintains a physical office in Clayton, GA but offers telehealth services as well. He has practiced as an outpatient therapist for over 12 years and works with child, teen, and adult populations alike. It is his goal to provide the highest quality counseling services from a thought-provoking and informed Christian perspective of hope and healing.
(706) 686-3661 View (706) 686-3661
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Mary Rusell-Wright
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Sky Valley, GA 30537
My name is Mary Russell-Wright, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 17 years of experience working with diverse populations experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, and other stressors involved with family and job. I specialize in utilizing a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Grief Therapy during my treatments with my clients. I believe that we must focus on building a relationship that fosters trust between the therapist and the client.
My name is Mary Russell-Wright, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 17 years of experience working with diverse populations experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, and other stressors involved with family and job. I specialize in utilizing a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Grief Therapy during my treatments with my clients. I believe that we must focus on building a relationship that fosters trust between the therapist and the client.
(706) 989-8408 View (706) 989-8408
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Thomas Parrott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, DMin, CPCS
Verified Verified
Mountain City, GA 30562
My clients are wonderfully unique individuals, couples and families who find that certain areas of their lives are complex - becoming rapidly unmanageable. They see their lives as being out of balance - maybe from a failing relationship, or high levels of stress and anxiety. Possibly, a sense of overall sadness and depression. We all have deeply-held beliefs that produce emotions and resulting reactions. Humans are essentially relational beings and broken relationships can be the primary source of pain, conflict and frustrations in our lives. I am here to help individuals, couples and families.
My clients are wonderfully unique individuals, couples and families who find that certain areas of their lives are complex - becoming rapidly unmanageable. They see their lives as being out of balance - maybe from a failing relationship, or high levels of stress and anxiety. Possibly, a sense of overall sadness and depression. We all have deeply-held beliefs that produce emotions and resulting reactions. Humans are essentially relational beings and broken relationships can be the primary source of pain, conflict and frustrations in our lives. I am here to help individuals, couples and families.
(706) 690-4764 View (706) 690-4764
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Richard Soper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Clayton, GA 30525
I have broad experience addressing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, low self-esteem, and life transitions just to name a few.
My name is Richard Soper and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I've been in practice for 7 years helping patients with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, and coping with diabetes. I believe that by acknowledging and nurturing our talents and positive attributes we can outgrow any problem. I use a variety of Strengths-Based Techniques and Cognitive Therapies (CBT, CT-R).
I have broad experience addressing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, low self-esteem, and life transitions just to name a few.
My name is Richard Soper and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I've been in practice for 7 years helping patients with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, and coping with diabetes. I believe that by acknowledging and nurturing our talents and positive attributes we can outgrow any problem. I use a variety of Strengths-Based Techniques and Cognitive Therapies (CBT, CT-R).
(404) 923-8306 View (404) 923-8306
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Choice Counseling of Tampa Bay
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Clayton, GA 30525
My interest is partnering with clients providing information and strategies that come from clinical research complimenting Biblical truths leading to deeper and more satisfying relationships within the family. Areas often addressed in therapy include; grief and loss, family changes, and communication styles many of which are positively impacted by increasing 'Emotional Intelligence'. Emotional Intelligence encompasses self-awareness, understanding and managing emotions, learning how to appropriately respond and connect to people/situations, and developing and maintaining healthy relationships. Adults, as well as, children often experience frustration when attempting to balance the demands of life while making and maintaining connections with others.
My interest is partnering with clients providing information and strategies that come from clinical research complimenting Biblical truths leading to deeper and more satisfying relationships within the family. Areas often addressed in therapy include; grief and loss, family changes, and communication styles many of which are positively impacted by increasing 'Emotional Intelligence'. Emotional Intelligence encompasses self-awareness, understanding and managing emotions, learning how to appropriately respond and connect to people/situations, and developing and maintaining healthy relationships. Adults, as well as, children often experience frustration when attempting to balance the demands of life while making and maintaining connections with others.
(813) 576-3151 View (813) 576-3151
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Sebastian Stubbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tiger, GA 30576
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience. My goal is to treat my clients the way that I would like to be treated.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience. My goal is to treat my clients the way that I would like to be treated.
(678) 730-2074 View (678) 730-2074
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Susie Strickland
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC
Verified Verified
Clayton, GA 30525
My ideal client is one that loves to see their strenghts and use them as a part of their therapy. I believe that a therapist is one who helps a client understand who they are and what they can accomplish. Therapy should be client centered and focused on resilience.
My ideal client is one that loves to see their strenghts and use them as a part of their therapy. I believe that a therapist is one who helps a client understand who they are and what they can accomplish. Therapy should be client centered and focused on resilience.
(706) 406-6827 View (706) 406-6827
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Valery Dickinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CHT, RT
Verified Verified
Clayton, GA 30525
Hello there! Here is the message to my new clients: I want you to be happy and succeed. I want you to know it is very possible and all I need from you is your willingness to do the work - a little  but consistent work under my supervision. Allow me to guide you in the process. Even professional athletes are working constantly to maintain and improve their performance. I will teach you how to manage your emotions, your behavior, resolve past/childhood wounds and how to get the best out of yourself, your relationships and the life in general. I am here to teach you skills you will apply independently for the rest of your life.
Hello there! Here is the message to my new clients: I want you to be happy and succeed. I want you to know it is very possible and all I need from you is your willingness to do the work - a little  but consistent work under my supervision. Allow me to guide you in the process. Even professional athletes are working constantly to maintain and improve their performance. I will teach you how to manage your emotions, your behavior, resolve past/childhood wounds and how to get the best out of yourself, your relationships and the life in general. I am here to teach you skills you will apply independently for the rest of your life.
(678) 605-9935 View (678) 605-9935
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Katie Dewhurst
Counselor, LPCA
Verified Verified
Clayton, GA 30525
Not accepting new clients
I currently am not taking new clients. We all, at times, can benefit from walking with a special companion on this journey; someone who is not part of our everyday life, who has skills and experience to bring us insight and comfort. Sometimes our families, friends, or coworkers don't feel like a safe place to turn. My desire is to provide a space for understanding, healing, and hope so that you can begin to experience more fully, who you are and the beauty of your story. I see adults that struggle with anxiety, depression and life transitions challenges.
I currently am not taking new clients. We all, at times, can benefit from walking with a special companion on this journey; someone who is not part of our everyday life, who has skills and experience to bring us insight and comfort. Sometimes our families, friends, or coworkers don't feel like a safe place to turn. My desire is to provide a space for understanding, healing, and hope so that you can begin to experience more fully, who you are and the beauty of your story. I see adults that struggle with anxiety, depression and life transitions challenges.
(828) 586-5555 View (828) 586-5555
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Life Cycles Professional Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Clayton, GA 30525
Not accepting new clients
My approach as a Licensed Professional Counselor is encouraging people to focus on life's realities and make adjustments to help improve their lives. In my thirty years of experience I have worked with adults, adolescents, and combat veterans in residential treatment, community mental health, and corrections. I have helped people with Mental Illness, Substance Abuse Disorders, and Intellectual Disabilities. My clinical strengths are helping clients gain insight into their relationships and cope with serious mental illness.
My approach as a Licensed Professional Counselor is encouraging people to focus on life's realities and make adjustments to help improve their lives. In my thirty years of experience I have worked with adults, adolescents, and combat veterans in residential treatment, community mental health, and corrections. I have helped people with Mental Illness, Substance Abuse Disorders, and Intellectual Disabilities. My clinical strengths are helping clients gain insight into their relationships and cope with serious mental illness.
(762) 224-6942 View (762) 224-6942

Online Therapists

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Joseph Mickler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Acworth, GA 30101
I treat a range of issues from anxiety/ depression, men’s issues, phase-of-life challenges, mood disorders, and parenting dilemmas.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and have spent the last nearly 25 years helping couples and individuals navigate a variety of clinical concerns. My practice focuses on targeting and resolving ineffective behaviors, habits, and beliefs that we may have developed from our family-of-origin, dysfunctional relationships and patterns, and/or trauma. I have had the privilege of facilitating individuals and families, as they grow in communication, conflict-management, and coping skills.
I treat a range of issues from anxiety/ depression, men’s issues, phase-of-life challenges, mood disorders, and parenting dilemmas.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and have spent the last nearly 25 years helping couples and individuals navigate a variety of clinical concerns. My practice focuses on targeting and resolving ineffective behaviors, habits, and beliefs that we may have developed from our family-of-origin, dysfunctional relationships and patterns, and/or trauma. I have had the privilege of facilitating individuals and families, as they grow in communication, conflict-management, and coping skills.
(678) 647-1049 View (678) 647-1049
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Counseling & Psychological Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, MAC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Kennesaw, GA 30144
Disorders: Anxiety, bipolar, depression, addictions.
Counseling & Psychological Consulting (C&PC) is a private practice located in Kennesaw Georgia. We provide professional counseling/psychotherapy to individuals, families, and couples. We offer classes for men and women who are court-ordered or voluntarily attend family violence intervention program or alcohol and substance abuse counseling. In addition to these services, we have mental health consultation services, new counselor consultation, and video counseling. Services are provided in the most integrated setting possible, through the application of counseling, consultation, and educational theories.
Disorders: Anxiety, bipolar, depression, addictions.
Counseling & Psychological Consulting (C&PC) is a private practice located in Kennesaw Georgia. We provide professional counseling/psychotherapy to individuals, families, and couples. We offer classes for men and women who are court-ordered or voluntarily attend family violence intervention program or alcohol and substance abuse counseling. In addition to these services, we have mental health consultation services, new counselor consultation, and video counseling. Services are provided in the most integrated setting possible, through the application of counseling, consultation, and educational theories.
(770) 407-8814 View (770) 407-8814

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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.