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Dr. Leila Karam
Counselor, PsyaD, LMHC, LADC, I
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02210
Dr. Leila Karam is a psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience as a licensed mental health counselor and psychoanalyst. Her expertise encompasses both individual and group therapy,focusing on clients dealing with depression,anxiety,and trauma.She is particularly passionate about addressing women’s issues, including postpartum and perinatal mental health,concerns related to peri- and post-menopause, and topics of single motherhood, including conception planning and various forms of assisted reproductive technology,such as egg freezing.She also provides guidance on relationship matters,such as couples' therapy and co-parenting.
Dr. Leila Karam is a psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience as a licensed mental health counselor and psychoanalyst. Her expertise encompasses both individual and group therapy,focusing on clients dealing with depression,anxiety,and trauma.She is particularly passionate about addressing women’s issues, including postpartum and perinatal mental health,concerns related to peri- and post-menopause, and topics of single motherhood, including conception planning and various forms of assisted reproductive technology,such as egg freezing.She also provides guidance on relationship matters,such as couples' therapy and co-parenting.
(617) 500-2965 View (617) 500-2965
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Asraa Alfatlawi
Counselor, Asraa A, LMHC
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02466  (Online Only)
Covid-19 NOTICE: All appointments are telehealth (Online) sessions) In times of stress and uncertainty we all need someone that can help us focus on our mental health and well-being in the best way possible. Sometimes that comes in the form of therapy. I specialize in working with women who have been through trauma or difficult life experiences and are suffering as a result. As a psychotherapist, I have experience working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, family relationships and trauma.
Covid-19 NOTICE: All appointments are telehealth (Online) sessions) In times of stress and uncertainty we all need someone that can help us focus on our mental health and well-being in the best way possible. Sometimes that comes in the form of therapy. I specialize in working with women who have been through trauma or difficult life experiences and are suffering as a result. As a psychotherapist, I have experience working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, family relationships and trauma.
(781) 524-7066 View (781) 524-7066
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Malika Bouajaj
Counselor, LMHC, CAGS
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110
Currently Accepting New Clients ..... “Do you feel like no one understands the difficulties you are experiencing? Do you feel like you are falling into a deep confusion? Are you in need of clarity and support? You don’t have to be alone in your struggles”. I am a licensed clinical psychotherapist, practicing in Boston, MA since 1998. I treat individuals, couples, and families with a range of mental health concerns and personal problems, such as addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, and personality disorders.
Currently Accepting New Clients ..... “Do you feel like no one understands the difficulties you are experiencing? Do you feel like you are falling into a deep confusion? Are you in need of clarity and support? You don’t have to be alone in your struggles”. I am a licensed clinical psychotherapist, practicing in Boston, MA since 1998. I treat individuals, couples, and families with a range of mental health concerns and personal problems, such as addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, and personality disorders.
(617) 544-2286 View (617) 544-2286
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Sariya Idriss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02129  (Online Only)
My specialties include: trauma, multicultural psychology, depression, anxiety and mindfulness.
Deciding it is time to seek a therapist is a courageous act of self- love. Maybe you are feeling stuck or overwhelmed with life’s transitions or losses. Maybe you want to understand past trauma or the impact of your attachment style on your current relationships. Whatever brings you here, we will identify your goals, needs and strengths to help you deepen your self-understanding and heal. As a Traveling Therapist, my practice is currently fully remote. I also offer mentorship for those who wish to pursue the “Digital Nomad” life.
My specialties include: trauma, multicultural psychology, depression, anxiety and mindfulness.
Deciding it is time to seek a therapist is a courageous act of self- love. Maybe you are feeling stuck or overwhelmed with life’s transitions or losses. Maybe you want to understand past trauma or the impact of your attachment style on your current relationships. Whatever brings you here, we will identify your goals, needs and strengths to help you deepen your self-understanding and heal. As a Traveling Therapist, my practice is currently fully remote. I also offer mentorship for those who wish to pursue the “Digital Nomad” life.
(857) 309-2259 View (857) 309-2259
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Calm Centers Counseling
Counselor, LMHC, LICSW, LADC1, PMHNPBC, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Bedford, MA 02746  (Online Only)
Next day availability, in network with your insurance, and personalized services - Calm Centers Counseling has 25 counselors and 1 Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for all your counseling and psychiatric medication needs. Providing treatments for ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma, Relationships, Work Stress, Substance Use, Anger Management, and more, our staff will provide you with high quality treatment that focuses on you and your goals. Call to schedule an appointment for counseling or medication management.
Next day availability, in network with your insurance, and personalized services - Calm Centers Counseling has 25 counselors and 1 Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for all your counseling and psychiatric medication needs. Providing treatments for ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma, Relationships, Work Stress, Substance Use, Anger Management, and more, our staff will provide you with high quality treatment that focuses on you and your goals. Call to schedule an appointment for counseling or medication management.
(508) 859-9865 View (508) 859-9865
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Zainab S Abdi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Longmeadow, MA 01106
I have experience with working with people suffering from trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and gambling.
I believe in the human ability to heal, to change, to transfer her/himself. My job is to facilitate that transformation; and to allow the client to become the version of themselves they want to be. By providing a judgment free zone and space to heal, I teach clients skills such as emotional freedom therapy (EFT), mindfulness, acceptance, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and help them into the path to restore autonomy, ability, values and hope.
I have experience with working with people suffering from trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and gambling.
I believe in the human ability to heal, to change, to transfer her/himself. My job is to facilitate that transformation; and to allow the client to become the version of themselves they want to be. By providing a judgment free zone and space to heal, I teach clients skills such as emotional freedom therapy (EFT), mindfulness, acceptance, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and help them into the path to restore autonomy, ability, values and hope.
(413) 327-9396 View (413) 327-9396
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Mohamed Alsaidy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Framingham, MA 01701  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Couples and Family Therapist (LICSW, LMFT) with more than 8 years of experience. I specialize in anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship issues, and life struggles in general.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Couples and Family Therapist (LICSW, LMFT) with more than 8 years of experience. I specialize in anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship issues, and life struggles in general.
(508) 290-6723 View (508) 290-6723
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Stephanie Saleh
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02108  (Online Only)
Whether you need help overcoming a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflicts, and life transitions, we can work together to begin the process of healing. I have an interest in multicultural counseling and understand the importance of cultural sensitivity in therapy. I am fluent in Arabic and English, enabling me to provide counseling services to diverse populations. I take pride in offering culturally attuned therapy that respects and values each client's unique background and experiences.
Whether you need help overcoming a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflicts, and life transitions, we can work together to begin the process of healing. I have an interest in multicultural counseling and understand the importance of cultural sensitivity in therapy. I am fluent in Arabic and English, enabling me to provide counseling services to diverse populations. I take pride in offering culturally attuned therapy that respects and values each client's unique background and experiences.
(774) 713-9488 View (774) 713-9488
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Beacon Street Psychotherapy Services
Counselor, PsyaD, LMHC, LADC I
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
Dr. Leila Karam is a psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience as a licensed mental health counselor and psychoanalyst. Her expertise encompasses both individual and group therapy,focusing on clients dealing with depression,anxiety,and trauma.She is particularly passionate about addressing women’s issues, including postpartum and perinatal mental health,concerns related to peri- and post-menopause, and topics of single motherhood, including conception planning and various forms of assisted reproductive technology,such as egg freezing.She also provides guidance on relationship matters,such as couples' therapy and co-parenting.
Dr. Leila Karam is a psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience as a licensed mental health counselor and psychoanalyst. Her expertise encompasses both individual and group therapy,focusing on clients dealing with depression,anxiety,and trauma.She is particularly passionate about addressing women’s issues, including postpartum and perinatal mental health,concerns related to peri- and post-menopause, and topics of single motherhood, including conception planning and various forms of assisted reproductive technology,such as egg freezing.She also provides guidance on relationship matters,such as couples' therapy and co-parenting.
(561) 728-0327 View (561) 728-0327
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Joy Mental Fitness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02199  (Online Only)
환영합니다! 저희 상담소에서는 NJ, MA, NH, ND, DE, CT 주민들에게 심리치료를 제공합니다. 우울증, 불안증, 분노 조절, 자녀 양육 문제, 직업 문제, 자존감/자신감 문제, 지적/발달 장애, 아스퍼거 증후군, 자폐증 스펙트럼 장애, 주의력 결핍, 정신적 외상, 외상후 스트레스 장애, 반항성 행동장애, 또는 이민/문화적응/적응 장애들과 같은 광범위한 사항들과 다양한 배경을 지니고 있는 내담자들을 치료하고 있습니다. 저희 심리 치료사들은 영어, 중국어, 그리고 한국어에 능통합니다.
환영합니다! 저희 상담소에서는 NJ, MA, NH, ND, DE, CT 주민들에게 심리치료를 제공합니다. 우울증, 불안증, 분노 조절, 자녀 양육 문제, 직업 문제, 자존감/자신감 문제, 지적/발달 장애, 아스퍼거 증후군, 자폐증 스펙트럼 장애, 주의력 결핍, 정신적 외상, 외상후 스트레스 장애, 반항성 행동장애, 또는 이민/문화적응/적응 장애들과 같은 광범위한 사항들과 다양한 배경을 지니고 있는 내담자들을 치료하고 있습니다. 저희 심리 치료사들은 영어, 중국어, 그리고 한국어에 능통합니다.
(617) 676-2688 View (617) 676-2688
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Salwa Galal
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02199  (Online Only)
I provide individual therapy working with adults co-occuring substance use diagnoses as well as physical and intellectual disabilities, utilizing a trauma-informed, person-centered, relational, mind-body approach that supports the self-actualization of clients focusing on anxiety, depression, grief and loss, addiction, trauma, and identity exploration.
Now Accepting New Clients! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Psychotherapist at And Still We Rise, LLC. I hold a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in addition to being a certified yoga instructor and licensed esthetician. As a person from the MENA region and a daughter of immigrants, I am passionate about cultural representation in the mental health field and believe it is crucial to make therapy and healing accessible to all communities. I am passionate about immigrant and BIPOC advocacy and destigmatizing mental health in Middle Eastern culture.
I provide individual therapy working with adults co-occuring substance use diagnoses as well as physical and intellectual disabilities, utilizing a trauma-informed, person-centered, relational, mind-body approach that supports the self-actualization of clients focusing on anxiety, depression, grief and loss, addiction, trauma, and identity exploration.
Now Accepting New Clients! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Psychotherapist at And Still We Rise, LLC. I hold a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in addition to being a certified yoga instructor and licensed esthetician. As a person from the MENA region and a daughter of immigrants, I am passionate about cultural representation in the mental health field and believe it is crucial to make therapy and healing accessible to all communities. I am passionate about immigrant and BIPOC advocacy and destigmatizing mental health in Middle Eastern culture.
(508) 514-5428 View (508) 514-5428
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Basel Zayed, Psychotherapist
Counselor
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
If you're looking for a therapist committed to your well-being, offering personalized support for issues like anxiety, depression, relationships, and personal development, Do not hesitate to reach out.
Welcome to Basel Zayed's Psychotherapy Practice in Arlington, MA! As an experienced group of therapists, we specialize in creating warm and caring therapeutic relationships. Whether you're exploring challenges, seeking personal growth, or desiring a deeper understanding of yourself, we are here to support you on your journey to wellness and self-discovery. Our approach is grounded in evidence-based methods, ensuring our collaboration aligns with the latest psychological insights. Our team prioritizes creating a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals searching for a therapist who values a holistic and collaborative approach.
If you're looking for a therapist committed to your well-being, offering personalized support for issues like anxiety, depression, relationships, and personal development, Do not hesitate to reach out.
Welcome to Basel Zayed's Psychotherapy Practice in Arlington, MA! As an experienced group of therapists, we specialize in creating warm and caring therapeutic relationships. Whether you're exploring challenges, seeking personal growth, or desiring a deeper understanding of yourself, we are here to support you on your journey to wellness and self-discovery. Our approach is grounded in evidence-based methods, ensuring our collaboration aligns with the latest psychological insights. Our team prioritizes creating a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals searching for a therapist who values a holistic and collaborative approach.
(617) 958-2492 View (617) 958-2492
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Still Motion Therapeutic Services LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LMHC-PL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Quincy, MA 02170  (Online Only)
My experience spans working with anxiety, depression, dual diagnoses, and life transitions, providing both individual and group therapy.
My mission is to help you feel seen, heard, and truly understood. Growing up in Lebanon, where mental health was rarely discussed, sparked a deep passion for understanding human emotions and resilience. Moving to the U.S. at 17 brought the challenges of navigating between cultures, which shaped a commitment to supporting those who feel unseen or disconnected.
My experience spans working with anxiety, depression, dual diagnoses, and life transitions, providing both individual and group therapy.
My mission is to help you feel seen, heard, and truly understood. Growing up in Lebanon, where mental health was rarely discussed, sparked a deep passion for understanding human emotions and resilience. Moving to the U.S. at 17 brought the challenges of navigating between cultures, which shaped a commitment to supporting those who feel unseen or disconnected.
(339) 231-8063 View (339) 231-8063
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Be Mindful and Well, PhD
PhD
Verified Verified
Quincy, MA 02169  (Online Only)
The center is also support: 1- Individuals coping with anxiety and depression 2- Achieving career goals and how to deal with work stressors .
We provide a holistic mental health coaching/counseling committed to personal, social and professional growth. Our professionals are expert professors, PhD, MA, BS in the field of health and counseling, and serving clients of all ages, and organizations for more than 20yrs.The center provides: 1- life coaching to women for varied health concerns: Nutritional counseling/ concerns for women, children, students, chronic diseases; Adaptation to pregnancy; Postpartum; menopause; Dealing with aging process; health concerns, and chronic diseases, parenting issues, adolescence challenges, body image, and skin problems and concerns.
The center is also support: 1- Individuals coping with anxiety and depression 2- Achieving career goals and how to deal with work stressors .
We provide a holistic mental health coaching/counseling committed to personal, social and professional growth. Our professionals are expert professors, PhD, MA, BS in the field of health and counseling, and serving clients of all ages, and organizations for more than 20yrs.The center provides: 1- life coaching to women for varied health concerns: Nutritional counseling/ concerns for women, children, students, chronic diseases; Adaptation to pregnancy; Postpartum; menopause; Dealing with aging process; health concerns, and chronic diseases, parenting issues, adolescence challenges, body image, and skin problems and concerns.
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Be Well At Black Barn Farm LLC.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Methuen, MA 01844
We use 10 acres of land on a farm we revived to give hope toward the pursuit of happiness and wholeness. Growth does not happen in an office; it happens while gardening, trimming hooves, picking eggs, shearing sheep, and chopping wood. We use the land to help you stretch your eyes. Maybe your search is around coping skills or developing interior athletics or just getting active again. Whatever it may be, we will support and guide you in finding wellness. We are prepared to confidentially, professionally, and in an nontraditional manner take some steps in addressing your mental health difficulties. Come join us on this journey.
We use 10 acres of land on a farm we revived to give hope toward the pursuit of happiness and wholeness. Growth does not happen in an office; it happens while gardening, trimming hooves, picking eggs, shearing sheep, and chopping wood. We use the land to help you stretch your eyes. Maybe your search is around coping skills or developing interior athletics or just getting active again. Whatever it may be, we will support and guide you in finding wellness. We are prepared to confidentially, professionally, and in an nontraditional manner take some steps in addressing your mental health difficulties. Come join us on this journey.
(617) 313-7975 View (617) 313-7975
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Jacques-Paul T. Barbour
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Taunton, MA 02780
Counseling is a unique process where you can feel safe and be yourself, to create goals and find ways to improve your quality of life. As your therapist I provide a relaxed and comforting environment for you to share whatever you choose to share. My job is to listen, provide feedback and help you develop skills to create positive change in your life. I will be able to help you reduce stress and help you grow. I am creative and comforting in my treatment process, will remain objective and non-judgmental to allow to work together on the presenting problem.
Counseling is a unique process where you can feel safe and be yourself, to create goals and find ways to improve your quality of life. As your therapist I provide a relaxed and comforting environment for you to share whatever you choose to share. My job is to listen, provide feedback and help you develop skills to create positive change in your life. I will be able to help you reduce stress and help you grow. I am creative and comforting in my treatment process, will remain objective and non-judgmental to allow to work together on the presenting problem.
(508) 213-9650 View (508) 213-9650
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Revive Counseling and Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Malden, MA 02148  (Online Only)
At Revive Counseling and Wellness Center, our vision is to build a compassionate, inclusive, and safe environment to support mental wellness, with specific focus in the LatinX and BIPOC community. Our goal is to facilitate growth, healing, and transformation by providing an environment that is free of judgement and rooted in culturally sensitive and trauma informed principles. We utilize your strength, thoughts, and/or behaviors to promote mental well-being and help you develop the skills necessary to enhance your own personal growth.
At Revive Counseling and Wellness Center, our vision is to build a compassionate, inclusive, and safe environment to support mental wellness, with specific focus in the LatinX and BIPOC community. Our goal is to facilitate growth, healing, and transformation by providing an environment that is free of judgement and rooted in culturally sensitive and trauma informed principles. We utilize your strength, thoughts, and/or behaviors to promote mental well-being and help you develop the skills necessary to enhance your own personal growth.
(617) 329-1253 View (617) 329-1253
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The Family Wellness Center, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Braintree, MA 02184
It is the Mission of the Family Wellness Center, Inc. to support the wellbeing of children and families through culturally competent interventions that empower individuals to create change within themselves and their communities. The Family Wellness Center, Inc. provides innovative and evidence based comprehensive behavioral health services to communities and individuals while respecting, embracing and celebrating their differences in order to transform lives. The Family Wellness Center, Inc. works towards creating positive change and fostering a sense of hope and purpose by providing the highest quality behavioral health services.
It is the Mission of the Family Wellness Center, Inc. to support the wellbeing of children and families through culturally competent interventions that empower individuals to create change within themselves and their communities. The Family Wellness Center, Inc. provides innovative and evidence based comprehensive behavioral health services to communities and individuals while respecting, embracing and celebrating their differences in order to transform lives. The Family Wellness Center, Inc. works towards creating positive change and fostering a sense of hope and purpose by providing the highest quality behavioral health services.
(339) 217-9110 View (339) 217-9110
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Miriam Chouki
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boylston, MA 01505  (Online Only)
If you want something you have never had in this life, you have to be willing to do something you have never done. You deserve to live a life full of peace, love, and happiness. You are important. Your feelings matter, your voice matters, your story matters, and your life matters. You have the power to seize your happiness, you just have to look within to find it. Many times it is our negative perspective that hinders us from living the life that we deserve. If we could change that perspective, turn it into a positive one, we can regain control of our lives.
If you want something you have never had in this life, you have to be willing to do something you have never done. You deserve to live a life full of peace, love, and happiness. You are important. Your feelings matter, your voice matters, your story matters, and your life matters. You have the power to seize your happiness, you just have to look within to find it. Many times it is our negative perspective that hinders us from living the life that we deserve. If we could change that perspective, turn it into a positive one, we can regain control of our lives.
(774) 208-0726 View (774) 208-0726
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(855) 524-5193 View (855) 524-5193
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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.