Depression Therapists in Hopedale, MA

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Dr. Natasha Medeiros Conley
Psychologist, PsyD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hopedale, MA 01747
Accepting new clients for in-person and telehealth. I primarily treat individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma. I am certified in perinatal mental health and treat postpartum anxiety/ depression and pregnancy loss. I pride myself on connecting with clients using a compassion focused, relational approach and working together to help you take charge of your current challenges. The client's I work best with are typically looking for a blended approach: space to process their stressors, to feel heard and validated; while learning effective skills to manage symptoms using DBT and CBT techniques.
Accepting new clients for in-person and telehealth. I primarily treat individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma. I am certified in perinatal mental health and treat postpartum anxiety/ depression and pregnancy loss. I pride myself on connecting with clients using a compassion focused, relational approach and working together to help you take charge of your current challenges. The client's I work best with are typically looking for a blended approach: space to process their stressors, to feel heard and validated; while learning effective skills to manage symptoms using DBT and CBT techniques.
(774) 462-5129 View (774) 462-5129
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Indira Gumbe Montalvo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hopedale, MA 01747  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I studied at Regis College, Simmons College, and Harvard University with the purpose of obtaining the best education I could to learn about human behavior in the social environment, cognition, and emotions. I have a genuine interest in other people’s stories, how they cope & manage situations, and love to help people in need and find solutions.
I studied at Regis College, Simmons College, and Harvard University with the purpose of obtaining the best education I could to learn about human behavior in the social environment, cognition, and emotions. I have a genuine interest in other people’s stories, how they cope & manage situations, and love to help people in need and find solutions.
(774) 217-6945 View (774) 217-6945
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Mary K. Benjamin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hopedale, MA 01747  (Online Only)
"Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I'll try again tomorrow." - Mary Anne Radmacher I look for my patients to experience therapy as an exciting, engaging and thought-provoking process of self-discovery and personal growth. I strive to work collaboratively with my patients to help them move toward a deeper understanding of the self, leading to lasting emotional and behavioral change.
"Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I'll try again tomorrow." - Mary Anne Radmacher I look for my patients to experience therapy as an exciting, engaging and thought-provoking process of self-discovery and personal growth. I strive to work collaboratively with my patients to help them move toward a deeper understanding of the self, leading to lasting emotional and behavioral change.
(508) 714-4364 View (508) 714-4364

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Balanced Approach Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Milford, MA 01757
I have extensive experience in treating anxiety depression, trauma, and grief.
My Ideal client is one who is ready to have a "real talk" Someone who is up for the challenge of learning about oneself even the "unpleasant stuff". In order to make any progress, trust is the most crucial element, which can take time. All I need is a willing participant to meet me half way and give it a try. My modo is "Be scared but do it anyway"
I have extensive experience in treating anxiety depression, trauma, and grief.
My Ideal client is one who is ready to have a "real talk" Someone who is up for the challenge of learning about oneself even the "unpleasant stuff". In order to make any progress, trust is the most crucial element, which can take time. All I need is a willing participant to meet me half way and give it a try. My modo is "Be scared but do it anyway"
(508) 273-8367 View (508) 273-8367
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Valbona Lataille
Counselor, LMHC, SAC , CAGS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mendon, MA 01756
I treat pre-teens, teens, and young adults, with a variety of issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, anger management, and life-transitions.
Is depression or anxiety taking over your life? You are not alone if you regularly find yourself stuck in patterns that lead to anxiety, self-defeating thoughts, hopelessness, and anger. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, School Adjustment Counselor, and the owner of Valbona Lataille LMHC private practice. I have been working in the mental health field for the past 7 years. I have a Master’s in Education and Counseling from Cambridge College, and C.A.G.S from Assumption University.
I treat pre-teens, teens, and young adults, with a variety of issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, anger management, and life-transitions.
Is depression or anxiety taking over your life? You are not alone if you regularly find yourself stuck in patterns that lead to anxiety, self-defeating thoughts, hopelessness, and anger. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, School Adjustment Counselor, and the owner of Valbona Lataille LMHC private practice. I have been working in the mental health field for the past 7 years. I have a Master’s in Education and Counseling from Cambridge College, and C.A.G.S from Assumption University.
(508) 802-4318 View (508) 802-4318
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Catherine Pearce Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milford, MA 01757
I have specialty working with adolescents in the areas of depression, behavior problems, eating disorders, family problems, anxiety, social and school related isues.
I work together with clients to help them achieve greater fulfillment and satisfaction in their lives. Together we identify strengths and develop the skills needed to navigate and manage life challenges. I work well with all ages and have many years of experience working in the mental health system. I enjoy working with my clients and am very flexible in my approach.
I have specialty working with adolescents in the areas of depression, behavior problems, eating disorders, family problems, anxiety, social and school related isues.
I work together with clients to help them achieve greater fulfillment and satisfaction in their lives. Together we identify strengths and develop the skills needed to navigate and manage life challenges. I work well with all ages and have many years of experience working in the mental health system. I enjoy working with my clients and am very flexible in my approach.
(508) 213-8277 View (508) 213-8277
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Handel Behavioral Health Franklin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Milford, MA 01757
We may be facing relational tensions, challenges with addiction, or feeling anxious and depressed but unsure of the cause. No matter what we’re struggling with, we all need a person we can talk honestly and openly about our lives with. Our therapists at Handel Behavioral Health in Franklin are here to guide you in a collaborative way to a place of connection, understanding, and growth. As you work with one of our therapists in Franklin, you will cultivate self-awareness, examining with compassion and honesty, your inner strengths to meet life’s challenges, as well as the old patterns that may be delaying your growth.
We may be facing relational tensions, challenges with addiction, or feeling anxious and depressed but unsure of the cause. No matter what we’re struggling with, we all need a person we can talk honestly and openly about our lives with. Our therapists at Handel Behavioral Health in Franklin are here to guide you in a collaborative way to a place of connection, understanding, and growth. As you work with one of our therapists in Franklin, you will cultivate self-awareness, examining with compassion and honesty, your inner strengths to meet life’s challenges, as well as the old patterns that may be delaying your growth.
(508) 570-5423 View (508) 570-5423
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Natalia Collins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milford, MA 01757  (Online Only)
Natalia is a Licensed Certified Social Worker. She is a bilingual/bicultural therapist. Her style is warm, non-judgmental, authentic, genuine, supportive and empowering. Natalia’s therapy work is influenced by various creative arts that inspired and helped her along her own journey, thus she likes to offer a space for creativity in the process of exploration, understanding, and healing. She has experience in working with adults, adolescences, children, and their families on a variety of different issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, and chronic illness.
Natalia is a Licensed Certified Social Worker. She is a bilingual/bicultural therapist. Her style is warm, non-judgmental, authentic, genuine, supportive and empowering. Natalia’s therapy work is influenced by various creative arts that inspired and helped her along her own journey, thus she likes to offer a space for creativity in the process of exploration, understanding, and healing. She has experience in working with adults, adolescences, children, and their families on a variety of different issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, and chronic illness.
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Sabrina Mueller Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Milford, MA 01757
In person and virtual sessions available. Want to reduce anxiety, depression, and sadness? Struggling with grieving, adjustments, transitions, or relationship issues? Want to feel more peace? I can help. I will help you reduce symptoms, figure out ways to make improvements, and dissolve limiting beliefs and blocks. I do not take payment from insurance, but you may be able to use your OON benefits and get reimbursed. I can be reached by phone at 774-217-1589, by email and via my website at www.sabrinamuellercounseling.com. Looking forward to meeting and assisting you in finding more happiness, peace and joy.
In person and virtual sessions available. Want to reduce anxiety, depression, and sadness? Struggling with grieving, adjustments, transitions, or relationship issues? Want to feel more peace? I can help. I will help you reduce symptoms, figure out ways to make improvements, and dissolve limiting beliefs and blocks. I do not take payment from insurance, but you may be able to use your OON benefits and get reimbursed. I can be reached by phone at 774-217-1589, by email and via my website at www.sabrinamuellercounseling.com. Looking forward to meeting and assisting you in finding more happiness, peace and joy.
(508) 794-8407 View (508) 794-8407
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William Craft
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Milford, MA 01757
Entering into therapy can, and should, make a significant difference in your life. I offer experienced, compassionate, and engaging counseling to address difficulties you may be struggling with, including anxiety and depression, relationship issues, dealing with change and stress, and family and parenting problems. I typically work with clients over the age of 18, and have particular expertise with adults with mood and anxiety problems, and those experiencing crises in their relationships and personal lives.
Entering into therapy can, and should, make a significant difference in your life. I offer experienced, compassionate, and engaging counseling to address difficulties you may be struggling with, including anxiety and depression, relationship issues, dealing with change and stress, and family and parenting problems. I typically work with clients over the age of 18, and have particular expertise with adults with mood and anxiety problems, and those experiencing crises in their relationships and personal lives.
(508) 283-1827 View (508) 283-1827
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Katie Belmore
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Milford, MA 01757  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Not accepting new clients-waitlist- telehealth only! Hello! I’m Katie, and I look forward to supporting you. My specialty is working with adults who are struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). I also enjoy supporting those dealing with other anxiety disorders and depression. OCD is often unrecognized for what it is, as it can take a lot of different forms. Some indicators are recurrent doubts about whether one has done a certain action or about who they are at their core, significant trouble moving past certain unsettling thoughts/urges, and having to do something a certain way to "make up" for unnerving thoughts/urges.
Not accepting new clients-waitlist- telehealth only! Hello! I’m Katie, and I look forward to supporting you. My specialty is working with adults who are struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). I also enjoy supporting those dealing with other anxiety disorders and depression. OCD is often unrecognized for what it is, as it can take a lot of different forms. Some indicators are recurrent doubts about whether one has done a certain action or about who they are at their core, significant trouble moving past certain unsettling thoughts/urges, and having to do something a certain way to "make up" for unnerving thoughts/urges.
(508) 422-5260 View (508) 422-5260
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Patti P Thole
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Milford, MA 01757
As an experienced clinician, I find myself most compatible with individuals who seek to make positive changes in their lives. I support my clients in their efforts to confront their challenges and overcome emotional barriers. I work best with adults who feel burdened with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or relationship issues. I welcome individual clients and couples, who seek to address the conflicts in their relationships. I value the capacity to laugh and learn, and I encourage my clients to embrace these as recovery tools. Additionally, my clients must love, or at least like basset hounds, as they are my receptionists.
As an experienced clinician, I find myself most compatible with individuals who seek to make positive changes in their lives. I support my clients in their efforts to confront their challenges and overcome emotional barriers. I work best with adults who feel burdened with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or relationship issues. I welcome individual clients and couples, who seek to address the conflicts in their relationships. I value the capacity to laugh and learn, and I encourage my clients to embrace these as recovery tools. Additionally, my clients must love, or at least like basset hounds, as they are my receptionists.
(508) 815-4860 View (508) 815-4860
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Kristen Wojcoski
Counselor, LMHC, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Milford, MA 01757
In addition to Art Therapy, I utilize cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapy to address trauma, anxiety, depression and adjustment issues as well as to treat a variety of other diagnosis and women specific issues.
Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Currently accepting virtual or in person clients for my Mendon location in September! Are you feeling like you are struggling to be the best version of yourself? Feeling stuck or hopeless, having family stress, life transition stress? I believe that everyone can benefit from counseling- even the most capable and healthy people can go through low or dark times which might require a little extra support. For those with more serious mental illnesses, these times can exacerbate existing struggles, making everything feel harder.
In addition to Art Therapy, I utilize cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapy to address trauma, anxiety, depression and adjustment issues as well as to treat a variety of other diagnosis and women specific issues.
Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Currently accepting virtual or in person clients for my Mendon location in September! Are you feeling like you are struggling to be the best version of yourself? Feeling stuck or hopeless, having family stress, life transition stress? I believe that everyone can benefit from counseling- even the most capable and healthy people can go through low or dark times which might require a little extra support. For those with more serious mental illnesses, these times can exacerbate existing struggles, making everything feel harder.
(508) 590-9115 View (508) 590-9115
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Rebecca Morgan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Milford, MA 01757  (Online Only)
My approach is humanistic and existential, addressing both immediate and ultimate concerns of living. If you're feeling stuck and want real change in your life, for conditions such as depression, anxiety or resolving a past trauma, there's no way around taking risks and challenging established behaviors and belief systems. By moving out of your comfort zone, going deep inside yourself and far into the larger global community, I can help you. Using a variety of complementary techniques--you can learn to undo long-standing, maladaptive actions/reactions or negative perceptions that stand in the way of a more rich and meaningful life.
My approach is humanistic and existential, addressing both immediate and ultimate concerns of living. If you're feeling stuck and want real change in your life, for conditions such as depression, anxiety or resolving a past trauma, there's no way around taking risks and challenging established behaviors and belief systems. By moving out of your comfort zone, going deep inside yourself and far into the larger global community, I can help you. Using a variety of complementary techniques--you can learn to undo long-standing, maladaptive actions/reactions or negative perceptions that stand in the way of a more rich and meaningful life.
(508) 619-4171 View (508) 619-4171
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Caroline Stott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milford, MA 01757
As a social worker for over twenty years, I have worked with many children, teens, adults and families facing a variety of issues, including trauma, loss, and family conflict. I have a strong clinical background in relational trauma. In therapy, I can work with you on a range of goals, such as learning better ways to cope with anxiety, working through grief, resolving conflict in relationships or finding relief from depression. I draw from different modalities (such as Cognitive Behavioral and Family Systems), always from a strengths-based perspective. Together, we can collaborate to find a therapy approach that is right for you.
As a social worker for over twenty years, I have worked with many children, teens, adults and families facing a variety of issues, including trauma, loss, and family conflict. I have a strong clinical background in relational trauma. In therapy, I can work with you on a range of goals, such as learning better ways to cope with anxiety, working through grief, resolving conflict in relationships or finding relief from depression. I draw from different modalities (such as Cognitive Behavioral and Family Systems), always from a strengths-based perspective. Together, we can collaborate to find a therapy approach that is right for you.
(508) 213-9449 View (508) 213-9449
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Amato Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Milford, MA 01757  (Online Only)
My name is Paul M. Amato. I am an LICSW with a long history of working with adolescents, adults, couples, and their families. Some of my specialties include depression, anger, all types of anxiety, self-esteem issues, self-abuse behaviors, relationships, careers, and stressed-out parents. Every client is different, and the modalities or combinations should match each client. I believe that this is your time, and we should collaborate to work on what is best fit for you.
My name is Paul M. Amato. I am an LICSW with a long history of working with adolescents, adults, couples, and their families. Some of my specialties include depression, anger, all types of anxiety, self-esteem issues, self-abuse behaviors, relationships, careers, and stressed-out parents. Every client is different, and the modalities or combinations should match each client. I believe that this is your time, and we should collaborate to work on what is best fit for you.
(508) 455-5048 View (508) 455-5048
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Northeast Health Services - Milford
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Milford, MA 01757
TMS is an alternative depression treatment near you that has been proven to be effective.
Northeast Health Services is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Massachusetts and the local Milford area. At our Milford clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, group therapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, and TMS therapy. TMS therapy, also known as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is an effective, non-invasive, low-risk treatment that has shown success in treating major depressive disorder and other forms of treatment resistant depression.
TMS is an alternative depression treatment near you that has been proven to be effective.
Northeast Health Services is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Massachusetts and the local Milford area. At our Milford clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, group therapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, and TMS therapy. TMS therapy, also known as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is an effective, non-invasive, low-risk treatment that has shown success in treating major depressive disorder and other forms of treatment resistant depression.
(508) 625-9865 View (508) 625-9865
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Halley Choiniere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milford, MA 01757
Everyone has their own story and therapeutic journey. My practice beliefs are based on the idea that there is no "standard" therapy process, and instead, should be person-centered. My goal is to provide you with a safe space to process life stressors and to explore, strengthen, and maintain skills in order to better manage symptoms of trauma, depression or anxiety.
Everyone has their own story and therapeutic journey. My practice beliefs are based on the idea that there is no "standard" therapy process, and instead, should be person-centered. My goal is to provide you with a safe space to process life stressors and to explore, strengthen, and maintain skills in order to better manage symptoms of trauma, depression or anxiety.
(833) 946-1304 View (833) 946-1304
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Kimberly Hollister
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Milford, MA 01757
Changes—whether chosen or unexpected—can often trigger anxiety, depression, and uncertainty.
Navigating life’s major transitions—whether it’s the loss of a loved one, divorce, career change, or another significant shift—can feel overwhelming. As a licensed counselor, I specialize in helping individuals manage grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression, guiding you through life’s changes with compassion and support. Together, we’ll create a path forward that honors both your emotions and aspirations.
Changes—whether chosen or unexpected—can often trigger anxiety, depression, and uncertainty.
Navigating life’s major transitions—whether it’s the loss of a loved one, divorce, career change, or another significant shift—can feel overwhelming. As a licensed counselor, I specialize in helping individuals manage grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression, guiding you through life’s changes with compassion and support. Together, we’ll create a path forward that honors both your emotions and aspirations.
(774) 295-5661 View (774) 295-5661
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Nancy Staelens
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milford, MA 01757  (Online Only)
Nancy has 20 years of experience working in the counseling field including crisis clinician and supervisor, in-home therapist and currently working as an outpatient therapist with specializations in the following areas: Dual-diagnosis, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, anxiety, and depression.
Nancy’s approach to therapy is to provide clients with guidance, support, and feedback in a safe space where each client feels heard and validated. Nancy’s goal is to support clients in developing the skills needed through different therapeutic techniques including solution focused, CBT, and DBT to work through the difficult times we experience when navigating life challenges.
Nancy has 20 years of experience working in the counseling field including crisis clinician and supervisor, in-home therapist and currently working as an outpatient therapist with specializations in the following areas: Dual-diagnosis, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, anxiety, and depression.
Nancy’s approach to therapy is to provide clients with guidance, support, and feedback in a safe space where each client feels heard and validated. Nancy’s goal is to support clients in developing the skills needed through different therapeutic techniques including solution focused, CBT, and DBT to work through the difficult times we experience when navigating life challenges.
(774) 358-6412 View (774) 358-6412

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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.