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B. Renee Hubbard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Vidalia, GA 30474
With over 20 years of clinical experience, I have specialized exposure in problem areas to include intimate relationships, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, death and dying and unresolved trauma. I particularly enjoy working with teenagers and adults, military/veterans and their families. While I am a Christian counselor, I’ll always meet you where you are in your spiritual journey.
With over 20 years of clinical experience, I have specialized exposure in problem areas to include intimate relationships, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, death and dying and unresolved trauma. I particularly enjoy working with teenagers and adults, military/veterans and their families. While I am a Christian counselor, I’ll always meet you where you are in your spiritual journey.
(478) 220-4203 View (478) 220-4203

Online Therapists

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Emerald Isle Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, NCC, BCPC, CPCS, LPC
Verified Verified
My specialties include PTSD, addictions, alcoholism, couples therapy, marriage counseling, children and adolescents, family systems therapy, parenting skills, anxiety, grief, pain management, depression, ADHD, autism, anger management, abuse, career coaching and life transitions.
Offices located in St. Simons Island, Brunswick, Kingsland or via Telehealth; serving all ages. People seek counseling for a wide variety of reasons. Some are going through difficult life transitions, while others are trying to learn more about themselves and lead more fulfilling lives. Whatever may be your reason for searching today, know that we can help you. Brunswick Location: 501 Gloucester Street, Suite 204; St Simon Island Location: 203 Marina Drive; Kingsland Location: 130 Gross Road, Suite 102. - - - - - - - - -Find Your Balance- - - - - -
My specialties include PTSD, addictions, alcoholism, couples therapy, marriage counseling, children and adolescents, family systems therapy, parenting skills, anxiety, grief, pain management, depression, ADHD, autism, anger management, abuse, career coaching and life transitions.
Offices located in St. Simons Island, Brunswick, Kingsland or via Telehealth; serving all ages. People seek counseling for a wide variety of reasons. Some are going through difficult life transitions, while others are trying to learn more about themselves and lead more fulfilling lives. Whatever may be your reason for searching today, know that we can help you. Brunswick Location: 501 Gloucester Street, Suite 204; St Simon Island Location: 203 Marina Drive; Kingsland Location: 130 Gross Road, Suite 102. - - - - - - - - -Find Your Balance- - - - - -
(912) 330-4401 View (912) 330-4401
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Jessica Glover
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CMAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bonaire, GA 31005  (Online Only)
Some of those challenges include anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, family conflict, relationship issues, substance abuse, identity, stress, and trauma.
Jessica Glover is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Middle Ga. She received her Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mercer University in Macon, Ga. She has over 10 years of experience of Mental Health Services, navigating the criminal justice and child welfare system in outpatient and residential facilities. Her experience also includes serving the aging population well as with families with intellectual disabilities. Her therapeutic approach is "meeting the client where they are" for understanding and acceptance. Her goal is to provide insight and coping skills to manage day-to-day tasks.
Some of those challenges include anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, family conflict, relationship issues, substance abuse, identity, stress, and trauma.
Jessica Glover is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Middle Ga. She received her Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mercer University in Macon, Ga. She has over 10 years of experience of Mental Health Services, navigating the criminal justice and child welfare system in outpatient and residential facilities. Her experience also includes serving the aging population well as with families with intellectual disabilities. Her therapeutic approach is "meeting the client where they are" for understanding and acceptance. Her goal is to provide insight and coping skills to manage day-to-day tasks.
(478) 343-2506 View (478) 343-2506
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Ashley Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Warner Robins, GA 31088
My areas of interest include treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, relationship issues, family conflict, academic and career difficulties, women's issues, self-esteem, self-image, work/life balance, PTSD, BPD, ADHD.
With 30 years of counseling experience, I hope to provide a safe space for clients to process their thoughts and feelings. My therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I received my undergraduate degree in 1992 from Virginia Tech in Family and Child Development and my masters degree in Counseling from Radford University in 1994.
My areas of interest include treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, relationship issues, family conflict, academic and career difficulties, women's issues, self-esteem, self-image, work/life balance, PTSD, BPD, ADHD.
With 30 years of counseling experience, I hope to provide a safe space for clients to process their thoughts and feelings. My therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I received my undergraduate degree in 1992 from Virginia Tech in Family and Child Development and my masters degree in Counseling from Radford University in 1994.
(478) 220-7995 View (478) 220-7995
Thomas Ward
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Savannah, GA 31405  (Online Only)
For my ideal patient, issues pertaining to depression, anxiety, hopelessness, low self esteem, negative/low mindset, lack of self confidence as well as unwillingness to learn/be teachable are some factors that militates against an individual's progress. These identified issues often result to certain needs such as undesired behavior, self pity expectation, avoidance, searching to fill an empty void within, need of wanting to belong and be accepted etc. Based on these presenting problems, I hope to see my clients begin to believe in "A reset in life "
For my ideal patient, issues pertaining to depression, anxiety, hopelessness, low self esteem, negative/low mindset, lack of self confidence as well as unwillingness to learn/be teachable are some factors that militates against an individual's progress. These identified issues often result to certain needs such as undesired behavior, self pity expectation, avoidance, searching to fill an empty void within, need of wanting to belong and be accepted etc. Based on these presenting problems, I hope to see my clients begin to believe in "A reset in life "
(912) 325-9798 View (912) 325-9798
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Anisa Grantham
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC
Verified Verified
Rincon, GA 31326
Certified counselors in alcohol and drug abuse, sugar sensitivity/ addiction, mood disorders, depression, anxiety and trauma. It is a privilege to serve our community. My mentor impressed upon me, "we all have our own answers- it's whether or not we are asked the right questions" - As a counselor I always remember I am not the one with the "power". Sometimes having the opportunity to process the experience with a counselor- identifying what has worked and what has not- provides a different direction. Life changes- whether we embrace it or fight it- it's gonna happen!
Certified counselors in alcohol and drug abuse, sugar sensitivity/ addiction, mood disorders, depression, anxiety and trauma. It is a privilege to serve our community. My mentor impressed upon me, "we all have our own answers- it's whether or not we are asked the right questions" - As a counselor I always remember I am not the one with the "power". Sometimes having the opportunity to process the experience with a counselor- identifying what has worked and what has not- provides a different direction. Life changes- whether we embrace it or fight it- it's gonna happen!
(912) 292-1676 View (912) 292-1676
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Vinson's Journey of Hope, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, RPT
Verified Verified
Guyton, GA 31312
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with children who have behavioral issues, mood disorders, depression, low self-esteem, struggling with managing their emotions, impulsivity, behavioral concerns, school difficulties, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma.
I Absolutely LOVE what I Do! I am a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, and Registered Play Therapist through the State of Georgia. I enjoy working with children and families to assist them in finding their way. I take pride in helping families discover their inner positive qualities to accomplish their goals for improvement. I provide individual and family therapy for children, tweens, adolescents, families, and and adult individuals. I received my Masters of Science Degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, with over 13 years of experience.
I specialize in working with children who have behavioral issues, mood disorders, depression, low self-esteem, struggling with managing their emotions, impulsivity, behavioral concerns, school difficulties, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma.
I Absolutely LOVE what I Do! I am a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, and Registered Play Therapist through the State of Georgia. I enjoy working with children and families to assist them in finding their way. I take pride in helping families discover their inner positive qualities to accomplish their goals for improvement. I provide individual and family therapy for children, tweens, adolescents, families, and and adult individuals. I received my Masters of Science Degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, with over 13 years of experience.
(912) 491-4525 View (912) 491-4525
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Katie Cowan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Eatonton, GA 31024
Waitlist for new clients
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons - for personal growth, to address painful feelings such as anxiety or depression, or to improve the quality of relationships. Many people also find therapy helpful during times of stress, transition, illness, or loss. I provide a confidential, safe, and supportive place for my clients to grow, change, and improve their quality of life. I work with adults and adolescents individually.
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons - for personal growth, to address painful feelings such as anxiety or depression, or to improve the quality of relationships. Many people also find therapy helpful during times of stress, transition, illness, or loss. I provide a confidential, safe, and supportive place for my clients to grow, change, and improve their quality of life. I work with adults and adolescents individually.
(404) 418-6359 View (404) 418-6359
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Carlos J Foster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Augusta, GA 30909
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of adults and adolescents with anxiety disorders, addictions, depression, anger management, relationship stressors and/or transitions and other emotional and behavioral difficulties.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of adults and adolescents with anxiety disorders, addictions, depression, anger management, relationship stressors and/or transitions and other emotional and behavioral difficulties.
(762) 445-9111 View (762) 445-9111
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Drew Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MFT, PCC, Pre-Lic
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brunswick, GA 31520
Waitlist for new clients
I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist who focuses on relationship issues for all types of couples (heteronormative, same-sex, interracial) as well as individual support of clients from all walks of life in anger management, depression, anxiety, and conflict resolution. I also have experience dealing with food addiction and overcoming internal struggles that result in obesity. With individuals, my goal is to connect with you at your pace and come together to define your therapy goals and how I can help you get where you see your ideal self. I have a pragmatic counseling style and love keeping our conversations grounded.
I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist who focuses on relationship issues for all types of couples (heteronormative, same-sex, interracial) as well as individual support of clients from all walks of life in anger management, depression, anxiety, and conflict resolution. I also have experience dealing with food addiction and overcoming internal struggles that result in obesity. With individuals, my goal is to connect with you at your pace and come together to define your therapy goals and how I can help you get where you see your ideal self. I have a pragmatic counseling style and love keeping our conversations grounded.
(912) 455-3283 View (912) 455-3283
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Lori Buchanan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rincon, GA 31326
Hello! My name is Lori Buchanan. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have been a therapist for the past 8 years. I am the owner of Anchored Lotus Counseling. I provide outpatient therapy for children; adolescents; and adults. I have experience working with a wide range of diagnosis and ages. I have worked with the following diagnosis: Depression; Anxiety; Adjustment Disorders; Bipolar; Borderline Personality Disorder; Reactive Attachment Disorder; Oppositional Defiant Disorder; Conduct Disorder; Autism Spectrum Disorder; Substance Abuse; Trauma; and self-esteem/body image issues. I use a humanistic and integrative
Hello! My name is Lori Buchanan. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have been a therapist for the past 8 years. I am the owner of Anchored Lotus Counseling. I provide outpatient therapy for children; adolescents; and adults. I have experience working with a wide range of diagnosis and ages. I have worked with the following diagnosis: Depression; Anxiety; Adjustment Disorders; Bipolar; Borderline Personality Disorder; Reactive Attachment Disorder; Oppositional Defiant Disorder; Conduct Disorder; Autism Spectrum Disorder; Substance Abuse; Trauma; and self-esteem/body image issues. I use a humanistic and integrative
(912) 205-6946 View (912) 205-6946
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Delton W. De Vose
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, ACS, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Martinez, GA 30907
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience, I have found the use of proven techniques such as CBT and EMDR are effective strategies that help my clients best cope with challenges, improve their relationships, and achieve their goals. Over the years, I have provided clinical services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, active duty soldiers, and veterans with the following challenges: alcohol/drugs, focusing, impulsiveness, difficulties managing anger or anxiety, trust violations, depression, PTSD, domestic violence, sex, pornography, low self-esteem, weight gain/loss, and relationship challenges.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience, I have found the use of proven techniques such as CBT and EMDR are effective strategies that help my clients best cope with challenges, improve their relationships, and achieve their goals. Over the years, I have provided clinical services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, active duty soldiers, and veterans with the following challenges: alcohol/drugs, focusing, impulsiveness, difficulties managing anger or anxiety, trust violations, depression, PTSD, domestic violence, sex, pornography, low self-esteem, weight gain/loss, and relationship challenges.
(919) 283-5188 View (919) 283-5188
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Sherell Ellis, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, BCBA
Verified Verified
Augusta, GA 30909  (Online Only)
Are you having a challenging time coping with life's stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, etc.? Taking the first step to acquire help is difficult, but you have made the right choice. I am one step away from assisting you with overcoming any mental blocks and barriers with various skills. I am licensed in Georgia with over 10 years of professional work experience with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse, to name a few. You are the expert of your story and will be provided with a safe space to rediscover your strengths and treated with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
Are you having a challenging time coping with life's stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, etc.? Taking the first step to acquire help is difficult, but you have made the right choice. I am one step away from assisting you with overcoming any mental blocks and barriers with various skills. I am licensed in Georgia with over 10 years of professional work experience with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse, to name a few. You are the expert of your story and will be provided with a safe space to rediscover your strengths and treated with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
(706) 620-3844 View (706) 620-3844
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HOPE Virtual Counseling & Therapy - Healing Online
Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC, CFRC
Verified Verified
Byron, GA 31008  (Online Only)
I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor with 20+ years experience in treating issues such as depression, anxiety, anger management, family issues, grief, behavior problems and many other problems that people may be experiencing. I work with clients from diverse ethnic backgrounds and different sexual orientations. I have a unique, interdisciplinary background. The well-being of my clients is my biggest passion. I am committed to helping people avoid negative consequences in their lives and resolve their issues and internal conflict sensibly, effectively, and compassionately.
I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor with 20+ years experience in treating issues such as depression, anxiety, anger management, family issues, grief, behavior problems and many other problems that people may be experiencing. I work with clients from diverse ethnic backgrounds and different sexual orientations. I have a unique, interdisciplinary background. The well-being of my clients is my biggest passion. I am committed to helping people avoid negative consequences in their lives and resolve their issues and internal conflict sensibly, effectively, and compassionately.
(478) 217-7741 View (478) 217-7741
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Samantha Amses
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Augusta, GA 30907
Waitlist for new clients
Samantha enjoys working with adults, children, families, and couples of all ages, cultures, religions, and sexual orientations. She practices with an open mind and heart from an integrative approach that includes aspects of cognitive, behavioral, existential, mindfulness, and other modalities to ensure optimal results and symptom and stress reduction. Samantha can help you combat depression and anxiety, work through PTSD symptoms, navigate LGBTQ challenges so you can be true to yourself, assist with organization, life planning, making and meeting goals, and ultimately help you find your happiness.
Samantha enjoys working with adults, children, families, and couples of all ages, cultures, religions, and sexual orientations. She practices with an open mind and heart from an integrative approach that includes aspects of cognitive, behavioral, existential, mindfulness, and other modalities to ensure optimal results and symptom and stress reduction. Samantha can help you combat depression and anxiety, work through PTSD symptoms, navigate LGBTQ challenges so you can be true to yourself, assist with organization, life planning, making and meeting goals, and ultimately help you find your happiness.
(706) 249-4105 View (706) 249-4105
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New Life Pastoral Care & Counseling Service, LLC
Pastoral Counselor, MA, MDiv, CNPC, PhD
Verified Verified
Warner Robins, GA 31088
Welcome to New Life! We are passionate about your mental health needs and are offering telehealth counseling twenty-four hours, due to the challenging times we are living in currently. Counselors are able to pray with you and provide empathy, along with confidentiality. Please don't hesitate to contact us we have competent and experienced counselors to meet your needs. Whether it's grief, trauma, premarital counseling, marital challenges, depression, anxiety, domestic abuse, anger management, or PTSD. We offer therapy sessions that include Spanish translators for our clients upon request please call today.
Welcome to New Life! We are passionate about your mental health needs and are offering telehealth counseling twenty-four hours, due to the challenging times we are living in currently. Counselors are able to pray with you and provide empathy, along with confidentiality. Please don't hesitate to contact us we have competent and experienced counselors to meet your needs. Whether it's grief, trauma, premarital counseling, marital challenges, depression, anxiety, domestic abuse, anger management, or PTSD. We offer therapy sessions that include Spanish translators for our clients upon request please call today.
(478) 449-0167 View (478) 449-0167
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Beth Fast Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Warner Robins, GA 31088
My specialty is with women's issues concerning postpartum depression and menopause as well as anxiety, depression, grief and loss.
Life can be hard! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, job loss, grief, or low self-esteem? Reach out to me and I will walk with you and give you the tools to live life on life's terms!! Do you have young adults entering college soon or graduating with no direction? As a former school counselor, allow me to assist them in reaching their goals. My heart is in helping you improve! I have worked in a wide variety of mental health settings over the last 25 years in the business of counseling and I will work with you to resolve most problems that you may have.
My specialty is with women's issues concerning postpartum depression and menopause as well as anxiety, depression, grief and loss.
Life can be hard! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, job loss, grief, or low self-esteem? Reach out to me and I will walk with you and give you the tools to live life on life's terms!! Do you have young adults entering college soon or graduating with no direction? As a former school counselor, allow me to assist them in reaching their goals. My heart is in helping you improve! I have worked in a wide variety of mental health settings over the last 25 years in the business of counseling and I will work with you to resolve most problems that you may have.
(478) 394-8080 View (478) 394-8080
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Seketa Bing Nelson, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CPCS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Savannah, GA 31406
My specialties include grief and loss, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Gender Identity issues, Crisis Intervention, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Women's issues, Substance abuse, HIV/AIDs, Personality Disorders, Family and Marital Counseling, Vision Board Facilitation, Multisystemic Therapy and Anger Management.
Having a difficult time processing feelings and emotions? Family and friends unable to help or finding it difficult to understand what you are experiencing? I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals and families through their emotional healing process. I am committed to helping others process their feelings and emotions associated with the unforeseen circumstances of life.
My specialties include grief and loss, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Gender Identity issues, Crisis Intervention, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Women's issues, Substance abuse, HIV/AIDs, Personality Disorders, Family and Marital Counseling, Vision Board Facilitation, Multisystemic Therapy and Anger Management.
Having a difficult time processing feelings and emotions? Family and friends unable to help or finding it difficult to understand what you are experiencing? I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals and families through their emotional healing process. I am committed to helping others process their feelings and emotions associated with the unforeseen circumstances of life.
(912) 329-3554 View (912) 329-3554
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Kelly Bell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Savannah, GA 31406  (Online Only)
My specialties include supportive therapy, strategies to improve interpersonal relationships, depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, and stress management.
Winner of Connect Savannah's Best of Savannah 2024. You don't have to face life's challenges alone. I have extensive experience helping clients work through trauma, improve communication skills, decrease stress, and build additional coping strategies in order to improve their current quality of life. My goal is to provide unconditional positive regard for my clients and to provide attentive, specialized therapeutic services. I am comfortable working with individuals from all cultures and lifestyles, and am available to work with clients throughout Georgia. Online therapy sessions only.
My specialties include supportive therapy, strategies to improve interpersonal relationships, depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, and stress management.
Winner of Connect Savannah's Best of Savannah 2024. You don't have to face life's challenges alone. I have extensive experience helping clients work through trauma, improve communication skills, decrease stress, and build additional coping strategies in order to improve their current quality of life. My goal is to provide unconditional positive regard for my clients and to provide attentive, specialized therapeutic services. I am comfortable working with individuals from all cultures and lifestyles, and am available to work with clients throughout Georgia. Online therapy sessions only.
(912) 662-8294 View (912) 662-8294
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SSA Counseling & Consultation, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, MFT-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Savannah, GA 31419  (Online Only)
SSA Counseling uses an eclectic approach to help those who are experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship dysfunction, communication issues, anger management, trust, grieving, or trauma.
Making the decision to seek help is the first step to realizing that you have the power and choice to create the life you desire. Work can be stressful, school can be hard, raising children is challenging and relationships change. All these challenges can have an intense impact on your mood, thoughts and motivation to participate in daily activities. It is the passion of SSA Counseling to meet you where you are and help you get to where you want to be, to find resolution regardless to what that may look like.
SSA Counseling uses an eclectic approach to help those who are experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship dysfunction, communication issues, anger management, trust, grieving, or trauma.
Making the decision to seek help is the first step to realizing that you have the power and choice to create the life you desire. Work can be stressful, school can be hard, raising children is challenging and relationships change. All these challenges can have an intense impact on your mood, thoughts and motivation to participate in daily activities. It is the passion of SSA Counseling to meet you where you are and help you get to where you want to be, to find resolution regardless to what that may look like.
(912) 499-9537 View (912) 499-9537

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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.