Depression Therapists in Melrose, MA

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Shu Hui Li
Counselor, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Melrose, MA 02176
Concerns are depression, anxiety, trauma, acculturation, parenting, relational issues dating, premarital, marital, family conflicts.
Everyone has a unique background and life story. I understand everyone has difficulties. Whether you're at crossroads, distressed over troubled relationships, facing difficult challenges or looking for meaning in life, I can work with you on your aspirations. As you begin sensing your inner peace, you will feel the power of hope moving you toward a balanced life, breaking through challenges and improving your relationships with others. To support you toward a balanced life, I will use various therapeutic interventions regarding your emotional, relational, physical, social and family concerns.
Concerns are depression, anxiety, trauma, acculturation, parenting, relational issues dating, premarital, marital, family conflicts.
Everyone has a unique background and life story. I understand everyone has difficulties. Whether you're at crossroads, distressed over troubled relationships, facing difficult challenges or looking for meaning in life, I can work with you on your aspirations. As you begin sensing your inner peace, you will feel the power of hope moving you toward a balanced life, breaking through challenges and improving your relationships with others. To support you toward a balanced life, I will use various therapeutic interventions regarding your emotional, relational, physical, social and family concerns.
(339) 210-1056 View (339) 210-1056
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Whitney Norton
Counselor, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Melrose, MA 02176  (Online Only)
I currently have availability. Feel free to reach out! I work primarily with teens and adults who want to work through anxiety, depression, and trauma, or improve their ability to manage the stress of life. I strive to help individuals visualize and create a life that brings them fulfillment and joy. As a Mental Health Therapist, my goal is to support you in your journey by offering you a space to talk through worries or behaviors that are impeding your ability to live the life you wish to live.
I currently have availability. Feel free to reach out! I work primarily with teens and adults who want to work through anxiety, depression, and trauma, or improve their ability to manage the stress of life. I strive to help individuals visualize and create a life that brings them fulfillment and joy. As a Mental Health Therapist, my goal is to support you in your journey by offering you a space to talk through worries or behaviors that are impeding your ability to live the life you wish to live.
(339) 201-5436 View (339) 201-5436
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Kevin S. Reddall, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176  (Online Only)
I have been working as a psychotherapist for 16 years. I primarily saw individual clients in outpatient clinics until 2012, but I also developed an interest in working with couples since starting my private practice 13 years ago. Individual therapy still accounts for the majority of my client caseload, as I specialize in alleviating depression, anxiety, mood regulation, substance/alcohol use, and communication difficulties. I primarily use the treatment modalities of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative therapy, but establishing a therapeutic alliance is most important to start.
I have been working as a psychotherapist for 16 years. I primarily saw individual clients in outpatient clinics until 2012, but I also developed an interest in working with couples since starting my private practice 13 years ago. Individual therapy still accounts for the majority of my client caseload, as I specialize in alleviating depression, anxiety, mood regulation, substance/alcohol use, and communication difficulties. I primarily use the treatment modalities of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative therapy, but establishing a therapeutic alliance is most important to start.
(781) 996-0736 View (781) 996-0736
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Laura Wayne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176  (Online Only)
I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, and relationship issues.
"It's never too late to be what you might have been" (George Eliot). I believe that it takes strength and courage to seek therapy and that everyone is capable of making positive, healthy changes in their lives. I am here to support you in making those changes. I provide strength-based, client centered psychotherapy for adults. I use a variety of therapeutic methods in order to individualize treatment which include, but are not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution focused therapy, narrative therapy, exposure therapy and mindfulness.
I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, and relationship issues.
"It's never too late to be what you might have been" (George Eliot). I believe that it takes strength and courage to seek therapy and that everyone is capable of making positive, healthy changes in their lives. I am here to support you in making those changes. I provide strength-based, client centered psychotherapy for adults. I use a variety of therapeutic methods in order to individualize treatment which include, but are not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution focused therapy, narrative therapy, exposure therapy and mindfulness.
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Dr. Vincenzo G. Teran
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Melrose, MA 02176
As a Harvard-trained psychologist with 15 years of experience, I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.
Do you ever feel like you’re doing well in some areas but held back in others by anxiety or self-doubt? Have you noticed how past experiences impact your ability to trust or handle relationships? If this sounds like you, this might be the right time to work with a therapist who can help. Together, we’ll tackle these challenges, rebuilding confidence, easing anxiety, strengthening relationships, and paving the way for a more fulfilling life. Discover the positive impact of therapy with an experienced psychologist.
As a Harvard-trained psychologist with 15 years of experience, I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.
Do you ever feel like you’re doing well in some areas but held back in others by anxiety or self-doubt? Have you noticed how past experiences impact your ability to trust or handle relationships? If this sounds like you, this might be the right time to work with a therapist who can help. Together, we’ll tackle these challenges, rebuilding confidence, easing anxiety, strengthening relationships, and paving the way for a more fulfilling life. Discover the positive impact of therapy with an experienced psychologist.
(857) 453-8133 View (857) 453-8133
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Kameron Mendes
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176
I am a licensed mental health counselor with a passion for helping people find contentment in life. I've worked extensively with those struggling with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and trauma. Through these experiences, I have learned that establishing a genuine, trusting, and welcoming relationship is integral to recovery. I use a person-centered, trauma-informed stance to facilitate healing. To see more about me and request an appointment, you can also go to: renovated-wellness.com
I am a licensed mental health counselor with a passion for helping people find contentment in life. I've worked extensively with those struggling with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and trauma. Through these experiences, I have learned that establishing a genuine, trusting, and welcoming relationship is integral to recovery. I use a person-centered, trauma-informed stance to facilitate healing. To see more about me and request an appointment, you can also go to: renovated-wellness.com
(781) 650-5359 View (781) 650-5359
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Susan Bayer-Larson
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176
Sometimes, life can be difficult, and I believe that therapy can provide a safe place to process and work through the challenges in your unique journey. I work with individuals navigating relationships, life transitions, parenting, fertility, spirituality, grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Sometimes, life can be difficult, and I believe that therapy can provide a safe place to process and work through the challenges in your unique journey. I work with individuals navigating relationships, life transitions, parenting, fertility, spirituality, grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
(781) 390-9926 View (781) 390-9926
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Debby Broadley
Counselor, Debby Broadley, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
Melrose, MA 02176  (Online Only)
I primarily work with adults in my private practice, but I also have extensive experience as a special needs and early childhood teacher. That is very helpful around parenting issues. I have 28 years of working with clients on grief and loss, infertility, pregnancy loss, depression and anxiety, and a wide variety of relationship issues.
I primarily work with adults in my private practice, but I also have extensive experience as a special needs and early childhood teacher. That is very helpful around parenting issues. I have 28 years of working with clients on grief and loss, infertility, pregnancy loss, depression and anxiety, and a wide variety of relationship issues.
(781) 932-7796 View (781) 932-7796
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Andrea Saccardo
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176  (Online Only)
I've completed professional trainings on Treating Anxiety and Depression Following a Health Crisis, The 10 Best-Ever Anxiety Management Techniques: Understanding How Your Brain Makes You Anxious, New Hope for the Depressed Client: 6 Sessions on the Latest Depression Treatment and What You Can Do to Change It and Resilience Factors for People Who use Drugs.
Accepting new clients 11/1/2024 - Hi! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with years of experience in 1:1 therapy and group therapy (CBT, DBT & Mindfulness). I work with clients on how to cope with stressful/traumatic events, automatic negative thoughts, dysregulated emotions and self destructive behaviors by mindfully teaching the therapeutic techniques of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). During therapy clients will identify and reframe negative self depreciating thoughts in hopes to implement healthy behavioral outcomes to create personal changes that last.
I've completed professional trainings on Treating Anxiety and Depression Following a Health Crisis, The 10 Best-Ever Anxiety Management Techniques: Understanding How Your Brain Makes You Anxious, New Hope for the Depressed Client: 6 Sessions on the Latest Depression Treatment and What You Can Do to Change It and Resilience Factors for People Who use Drugs.
Accepting new clients 11/1/2024 - Hi! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with years of experience in 1:1 therapy and group therapy (CBT, DBT & Mindfulness). I work with clients on how to cope with stressful/traumatic events, automatic negative thoughts, dysregulated emotions and self destructive behaviors by mindfully teaching the therapeutic techniques of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). During therapy clients will identify and reframe negative self depreciating thoughts in hopes to implement healthy behavioral outcomes to create personal changes that last.
(774) 260-8162 View (774) 260-8162
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Anxiety & Mood Specialist, Mind Matters Counseling
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176  (Online Only)
Feeling stuck, burned out, or just trying to get through each day? If anxiety or depression has you feeling hopeless, or if thoughts of change are leaving you overwhelmed? You're not alone. Finding someone you can trust to share your true feelings with can be difficult. At Mind Matters Counseling, we're here to help you navigate your thoughts, emotions, and relationships. We offer a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore new perspectives and validate your feelings with the best practices in therapy.
Feeling stuck, burned out, or just trying to get through each day? If anxiety or depression has you feeling hopeless, or if thoughts of change are leaving you overwhelmed? You're not alone. Finding someone you can trust to share your true feelings with can be difficult. At Mind Matters Counseling, we're here to help you navigate your thoughts, emotions, and relationships. We offer a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore new perspectives and validate your feelings with the best practices in therapy.
(978) 541-4339 View (978) 541-4339
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Adam Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176
I specialize in anxiety, depression, codependency, boundary-setting and communication skills, career concerns, family estrangement, mindfulness, and life transitions, among others.
If you feel like you are struggling, even with just one aspect of your life, no matter how much or how little, and you feel like it would help to have someone to talk to, please do reach out. Whether it be challenges with relationships, work, family, or just feeling like you want to work on someone within yourself, there is always the opportunity to be and feel heard, to reflect, and to grow. We can work together to help you make that change, take that risk, or do the work you've been wanting to do but just aren't sure of the first steps.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, codependency, boundary-setting and communication skills, career concerns, family estrangement, mindfulness, and life transitions, among others.
If you feel like you are struggling, even with just one aspect of your life, no matter how much or how little, and you feel like it would help to have someone to talk to, please do reach out. Whether it be challenges with relationships, work, family, or just feeling like you want to work on someone within yourself, there is always the opportunity to be and feel heard, to reflect, and to grow. We can work together to help you make that change, take that risk, or do the work you've been wanting to do but just aren't sure of the first steps.
(339) 210-1416 View (339) 210-1416
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Jennifer Brownstein
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Melrose, MA 02176  (Online Only)
*Accepting New Clients- The best way to reach me is through email to schedule a phone consult* I am committed to working collaboratively with you to create a safe space so that you can embrace your vulnerabilities, foster strengths and increase resilience. I specialize in a variety of mental health concerns including but not limited to anxiety, depression, OCD, self-development, relationship difficulties, divorce and unresolved caregiver relationships. Rather than solely focusing on a diagnosis, I believe that it is important to recognize the whole person, which includes all areas of your well-being.
*Accepting New Clients- The best way to reach me is through email to schedule a phone consult* I am committed to working collaboratively with you to create a safe space so that you can embrace your vulnerabilities, foster strengths and increase resilience. I specialize in a variety of mental health concerns including but not limited to anxiety, depression, OCD, self-development, relationship difficulties, divorce and unresolved caregiver relationships. Rather than solely focusing on a diagnosis, I believe that it is important to recognize the whole person, which includes all areas of your well-being.
(339) 201-6635 View (339) 201-6635
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Jessica Burke
Counselor, LMHC, LCPC, MCCS
Verified Verified
Melrose, MA 02176  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), passionate about providing therapy to adults with anxiety, depression, and trauma-based disorders (PTSD). I have over 7 years of experience working with children, families and adults, including adults impacted by the criminal justice system and incarceration. I provide a safe, non-judgemental and culturally sensitive environment to all my clients. I welcome all individuals from diverse backgrounds to my practice.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), passionate about providing therapy to adults with anxiety, depression, and trauma-based disorders (PTSD). I have over 7 years of experience working with children, families and adults, including adults impacted by the criminal justice system and incarceration. I provide a safe, non-judgemental and culturally sensitive environment to all my clients. I welcome all individuals from diverse backgrounds to my practice.
(781) 650-9488 View (781) 650-9488
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Dr. Gabrielle Roy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176
Accepting new clients! Many clients I work with are looking for a space to process symptoms related to anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and body image/eating concerns. I work to help my clients identify what may have happened in their past that has impacted the way they feel today, and to build skills to live a more fulfilling life now. I acknowledge that therapy is an incredibly vulnerable experience, and work at the pace my clients feel most comfortable at. It is not uncommon for laughter to find it's way into my sessions, and I am able to find a unique balance between warmth and challenging to best assist you.
Accepting new clients! Many clients I work with are looking for a space to process symptoms related to anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and body image/eating concerns. I work to help my clients identify what may have happened in their past that has impacted the way they feel today, and to build skills to live a more fulfilling life now. I acknowledge that therapy is an incredibly vulnerable experience, and work at the pace my clients feel most comfortable at. It is not uncommon for laughter to find it's way into my sessions, and I am able to find a unique balance between warmth and challenging to best assist you.
(781) 242-5828 View (781) 242-5828
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Jamie Goudreau
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Melrose, MA 02176
I offer strength-based, client-centered therapy for pre-teens to young adults facing various challenges and life circumstances, including anxiety, depression, negative self-image, grief, relationship struggles, ADHD, life transitions, and experiences related to Autism. I am also dedicated to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community and strive to create a safe, supportive space where everyone feels valued and empowered to make positive life changes.
I offer strength-based, client-centered therapy for pre-teens to young adults facing various challenges and life circumstances, including anxiety, depression, negative self-image, grief, relationship struggles, ADHD, life transitions, and experiences related to Autism. I am also dedicated to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community and strive to create a safe, supportive space where everyone feels valued and empowered to make positive life changes.
(339) 329-8568 View (339) 329-8568
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Leslie Donovan Shakespeare
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Melrose, MA 02176  (Online Only)
I enjoy helping individuals and couples overcome whatever is preventing them from experiencing greater health, emotional well-being and fulfillment in their lives. For over 28 years, as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, I have provided counseling to clients dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, life transitions, loss, recovery issues, career change, as well as creative blocks. In addition to my clinical expertise, I bring warmth, compassion and humor to each session, along with a deep respect for clients' strengths and experiences.
I enjoy helping individuals and couples overcome whatever is preventing them from experiencing greater health, emotional well-being and fulfillment in their lives. For over 28 years, as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, I have provided counseling to clients dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, life transitions, loss, recovery issues, career change, as well as creative blocks. In addition to my clinical expertise, I bring warmth, compassion and humor to each session, along with a deep respect for clients' strengths and experiences.
(617) 431-4707 View (617) 431-4707
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Jennifer Romanat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176  (Online Only)
I have experience with a myriad of issues, which include OCD, Anxiety, Depression, and other mood disorders as well as personality disorders.
As a social worker, I bring a strengths-based approach enveloped in a systems lens and I view my work with clients as a collaboration. I enjoy helping people work through a variety of transitions and challenges of life as well as to help facilitate a deeper connection within themselves and with others.
I have experience with a myriad of issues, which include OCD, Anxiety, Depression, and other mood disorders as well as personality disorders.
As a social worker, I bring a strengths-based approach enveloped in a systems lens and I view my work with clients as a collaboration. I enjoy helping people work through a variety of transitions and challenges of life as well as to help facilitate a deeper connection within themselves and with others.
(339) 229-5316 View (339) 229-5316
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Amy Basile
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Melrose, MA 02176
I treat clients who are experiencing symptoms of depression, mood disorders, anxiety, grief and loss, ADHD, impulse-control deficits, negative self-image, and relationship struggles.
I provide strength-based, client centered psychotherapy for adolescents, adults and families. I help my clients set realistic and healthy goals for themselves, while reducing problematic and unhealthy habits and patterns that prevent them from reaching their true potential. I work with my clients to develop positive routines and coping strategies to reach a more productive, happy and healthy way of living. I provide a supportive, caring and non-judgmental space to work through challenges that range from daily stressors, life transitions, emotional reactions to specific events or circumstances to prolonged emotional disturbance.
I treat clients who are experiencing symptoms of depression, mood disorders, anxiety, grief and loss, ADHD, impulse-control deficits, negative self-image, and relationship struggles.
I provide strength-based, client centered psychotherapy for adolescents, adults and families. I help my clients set realistic and healthy goals for themselves, while reducing problematic and unhealthy habits and patterns that prevent them from reaching their true potential. I work with my clients to develop positive routines and coping strategies to reach a more productive, happy and healthy way of living. I provide a supportive, caring and non-judgmental space to work through challenges that range from daily stressors, life transitions, emotional reactions to specific events or circumstances to prolonged emotional disturbance.
(781) 241-9928 View (781) 241-9928
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Rachel Latta
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176  (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with adults coping with life transitions, relationship issues, work-life balance, parenting, grief and loss, and specific mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Life can feel overwhelming and challenging, particularly now. Engaging in therapy can help meet you those challenges in new ways. Whether you are seeking greater work-life balance, facing life transitions, or coping with issues of trauma and loss, therapy can help you heal and move to a fuller life. My approach draws on mindfulness, relational, insight-oriented, and skills-based approaches, matched to your specific needs. I believe that individuals can and do recover from most difficulties. Incorporating an understanding of your unique context helps ensure that meaningful and lasting change occurs.
I have extensive experience working with adults coping with life transitions, relationship issues, work-life balance, parenting, grief and loss, and specific mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Life can feel overwhelming and challenging, particularly now. Engaging in therapy can help meet you those challenges in new ways. Whether you are seeking greater work-life balance, facing life transitions, or coping with issues of trauma and loss, therapy can help you heal and move to a fuller life. My approach draws on mindfulness, relational, insight-oriented, and skills-based approaches, matched to your specific needs. I believe that individuals can and do recover from most difficulties. Incorporating an understanding of your unique context helps ensure that meaningful and lasting change occurs.
(781) 517-7482 View (781) 517-7482
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Kristen DeVoe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Melrose, MA 02176
Waitlist for new clients
I am an experienced therapist who specializes in working with adults facing challenges in life such as anxiety, depression, substance use and health related issues. I work to provide a safe, judgement-free and empathetic space for clients to experience healing and growth. My goal is to help clients foster resilience, regain a sense of empowerment and navigate life's challenges with strength and confidence.
I am an experienced therapist who specializes in working with adults facing challenges in life such as anxiety, depression, substance use and health related issues. I work to provide a safe, judgement-free and empathetic space for clients to experience healing and growth. My goal is to help clients foster resilience, regain a sense of empowerment and navigate life's challenges with strength and confidence.
(617) 315-2883 View (617) 315-2883
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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.