Depression Therapists in Broadway, NC

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Fetima Wellington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Broadway, NC 27505
I am eager to help you resolve your depression, anxiety, addiction, family conflict, mood disorders, and relationship concerns! You can count on me to listen to you and help facilitate change.
I welcome adults, families, or couples. If you are feeling sad and unmotivated, having difficulties with certain life transitions, relationship concerns, or family conflict. I can assist you and your family. Your decision to engage in counseling is admirable, as counseling involves being committed, having a willingness to change, and vulnerability. I will provide a safe, non-judgmental, trustworthy space for you to gain insight and clarity, and help you resolve the concerns that keep you from enjoying your life.
I am eager to help you resolve your depression, anxiety, addiction, family conflict, mood disorders, and relationship concerns! You can count on me to listen to you and help facilitate change.
I welcome adults, families, or couples. If you are feeling sad and unmotivated, having difficulties with certain life transitions, relationship concerns, or family conflict. I can assist you and your family. Your decision to engage in counseling is admirable, as counseling involves being committed, having a willingness to change, and vulnerability. I will provide a safe, non-judgmental, trustworthy space for you to gain insight and clarity, and help you resolve the concerns that keep you from enjoying your life.
(919) 897-5111 View (919) 897-5111
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Carolina Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Broadway, NC 27505
If you are feeling held back by intrusive symptoms, life changes, depression, anxiety, extreme worry, mood changes, trauma or grief to name a few, let us help.
Engaging in counseling with a trusted Licensed Professionals can not only improve your emotional health, but your physical health as well! Finding resolution can result in an overall healthier you!
If you are feeling held back by intrusive symptoms, life changes, depression, anxiety, extreme worry, mood changes, trauma or grief to name a few, let us help.
Engaging in counseling with a trusted Licensed Professionals can not only improve your emotional health, but your physical health as well! Finding resolution can result in an overall healthier you!
(919) 897-5111 View (919) 897-5111
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Beverly Wicker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, CCS, SAP, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Broadway, NC 27505
I help individuals in the treatment of addiction, PTSD, attachment, anxiety, grief, depression, marital concerns, ADHD, oppositional and conduct behaviors.
Formerly the CEO of Family ConneXions, PLLC, I come with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families of all ages. I am licensed in clinical social work (LCSW) as well as substance abuse services (LCAS). I am also a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). I have a Bachelors Degree in Spanish Language and Literature and speak Spanish fluently. My primary goal is to provide a service that emphasizes trust, respect, confidentiality and compassion. I use a strength-based approach that focuses on supporting individuals, families, and couples through emotional and behavioral challenges.
I help individuals in the treatment of addiction, PTSD, attachment, anxiety, grief, depression, marital concerns, ADHD, oppositional and conduct behaviors.
Formerly the CEO of Family ConneXions, PLLC, I come with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families of all ages. I am licensed in clinical social work (LCSW) as well as substance abuse services (LCAS). I am also a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). I have a Bachelors Degree in Spanish Language and Literature and speak Spanish fluently. My primary goal is to provide a service that emphasizes trust, respect, confidentiality and compassion. I use a strength-based approach that focuses on supporting individuals, families, and couples through emotional and behavioral challenges.
(919) 925-2693 View (919) 925-2693
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Kelly Hamilton
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Broadway, NC 27505
I have been a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) since 2001. I have a broad range of experience working with adults of all ages on mental health issues and substance use disorders. My expertise is working with PTSD, acute stress, and medical, developmental, and complex trauma. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Eclectic, EMDR, and Strength-Based modalities in my therapies. I believe that transformation is an active process and can be uncomfortable while learning new skills and strategies to better life experiences.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) since 2001. I have a broad range of experience working with adults of all ages on mental health issues and substance use disorders. My expertise is working with PTSD, acute stress, and medical, developmental, and complex trauma. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Eclectic, EMDR, and Strength-Based modalities in my therapies. I believe that transformation is an active process and can be uncomfortable while learning new skills and strategies to better life experiences.
(980) 268-3942 View (980) 268-3942
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Cecelia K Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Broadway, NC 27505
Not accepting new clients
I believe in a person centered approach and sincerely consider it an honor to have the opportunity to work with and help others. I have many years of experience in the medical field prior to counseling and bring that, as well as my life experience as a wife, mother and grandmother to my work.
I believe in a person centered approach and sincerely consider it an honor to have the opportunity to work with and help others. I have many years of experience in the medical field prior to counseling and bring that, as well as my life experience as a wife, mother and grandmother to my work.
(919) 328-3959 View (919) 328-3959

More Therapists Nearby

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Nicole L. Davis
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CSI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sanford, NC 27330
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy to people experiencing a variety of mental health, substance use, or relationship concerns. I utilize a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and other modalities to assist clients in addressing concerns including, but not limited to, addiction, depression, anxiety, personality issues, domestic violence, and trauma. I am also certified as a Clinical Supervisor Intern through the NCASPPB. I provide ongoing supervision to other addictions professionals.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy to people experiencing a variety of mental health, substance use, or relationship concerns. I utilize a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and other modalities to assist clients in addressing concerns including, but not limited to, addiction, depression, anxiety, personality issues, domestic violence, and trauma. I am also certified as a Clinical Supervisor Intern through the NCASPPB. I provide ongoing supervision to other addictions professionals.
(919) 626-3910 View (919) 626-3910
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Gail Gustafson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship issues.
Everyone needs help along the way..... One of the greatest signs of strength is asking for the help you need. Life can be complicated, stressful and sometimes even traumatic - but it is also beautiful, joyful, and filled with possibilities. What is keeping you from moving toward the life you want? Whether struggling with depression, anxiety, unresolved trauma, relationship issues, or whatever is getting in your way, my goal is to help you help yourself. Things can get better. Take that first step toward healing.
My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship issues.
Everyone needs help along the way..... One of the greatest signs of strength is asking for the help you need. Life can be complicated, stressful and sometimes even traumatic - but it is also beautiful, joyful, and filled with possibilities. What is keeping you from moving toward the life you want? Whether struggling with depression, anxiety, unresolved trauma, relationship issues, or whatever is getting in your way, my goal is to help you help yourself. Things can get better. Take that first step toward healing.
(919) 759-6226 View (919) 759-6226
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Michaela Adkins
LCSW Associate, LCSW-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sanford, NC 27332  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression when it comes to school, work, or home life? Are you a parent having difficulty navigating through parenthood? Do you have a child or teen that are struggling emotionally? Are you having a hard time getting over a breakup? My name is Michaela Adkins, LCSWA and I am here to help you through these challenges.I am currently a licensed mental health therapist in the state of North Carolina. I have a passion for helping people heal holistically, meaning body, mind, and soul.
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression when it comes to school, work, or home life? Are you a parent having difficulty navigating through parenthood? Do you have a child or teen that are struggling emotionally? Are you having a hard time getting over a breakup? My name is Michaela Adkins, LCSWA and I am here to help you through these challenges.I am currently a licensed mental health therapist in the state of North Carolina. I have a passion for helping people heal holistically, meaning body, mind, and soul.
(910) 996-0577 View (910) 996-0577
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Lee Consulting Group of NC, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27331
depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, and relational discord).
Life happens to all of us, unfortunately, what to do when it does is a question that stumps many of us. Sometimes it's an unexpected phone call or experience that alters the trajectory of life, leaving us gripped by defeat, anxiety, and despair. Other times, it's the pain of past wounds (or sometimes present)/trauma caused by someone who was supposed to love and protect us that weighs on us like a ton of bricks, stifling our ability to move forward. At LCG of NC, we hear you, feel you, and we believe that with the right support, you can achieve, overcome, improve, defy, and ultimately win in life.
depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, and relational discord).
Life happens to all of us, unfortunately, what to do when it does is a question that stumps many of us. Sometimes it's an unexpected phone call or experience that alters the trajectory of life, leaving us gripped by defeat, anxiety, and despair. Other times, it's the pain of past wounds (or sometimes present)/trauma caused by someone who was supposed to love and protect us that weighs on us like a ton of bricks, stifling our ability to move forward. At LCG of NC, we hear you, feel you, and we believe that with the right support, you can achieve, overcome, improve, defy, and ultimately win in life.
(984) 409-9009 View (984) 409-9009
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Reagan Courliss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
I'm also experienced working with anxiety, depression, adolescent identity struggles, and school-related difficulties.
Hey, I’m Reagan. I work with older teens and adults trying to figure out what’s happened, who they are in this moment, and where they want to go from here. I offer a safe space to work through things your own way, and support that meets you where you are and evolves on your terms. With a warm, straightforward, and affirming approach, I can help you work toward goals focused on you and getting to a place where 'being' just feels better. If you are looking for someone who is real and something a little different from your last therapy experience, let's talk!
I'm also experienced working with anxiety, depression, adolescent identity struggles, and school-related difficulties.
Hey, I’m Reagan. I work with older teens and adults trying to figure out what’s happened, who they are in this moment, and where they want to go from here. I offer a safe space to work through things your own way, and support that meets you where you are and evolves on your terms. With a warm, straightforward, and affirming approach, I can help you work toward goals focused on you and getting to a place where 'being' just feels better. If you are looking for someone who is real and something a little different from your last therapy experience, let's talk!
(919) 213-1746 View (919) 213-1746
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Rose Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCAS
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
I have immediate openings and I welcome the opportunity to assist you in resolving your life's challenges and concerns. I am happy to provide counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I specialize in working with people struggling through any type of difficulties where it be childhood trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, panic, unanticipated life events, family and marital problems and substance use.
I have immediate openings and I welcome the opportunity to assist you in resolving your life's challenges and concerns. I am happy to provide counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I specialize in working with people struggling through any type of difficulties where it be childhood trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, panic, unanticipated life events, family and marital problems and substance use.
(910) 716-8006 View (910) 716-8006
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Antonia Leonore Verhine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCASA, CIMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sanford, NC 27330
I am a licensed clinical social worker, addiction specialist associate, and certified integrative mental health provider who takes a holistic and trauma-informed approach to treating mental health and substance abuse disorders. Currently, I am going through training to become a certified ketamine-assisted psychotherapy provider. I have experience working with clients on a variety of issues, such as anxiety and panic disorders, depression, personal growth and self-esteem, general relationship challenges (family, friends, co-workers), and Addiction and substance misuse.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, addiction specialist associate, and certified integrative mental health provider who takes a holistic and trauma-informed approach to treating mental health and substance abuse disorders. Currently, I am going through training to become a certified ketamine-assisted psychotherapy provider. I have experience working with clients on a variety of issues, such as anxiety and panic disorders, depression, personal growth and self-esteem, general relationship challenges (family, friends, co-workers), and Addiction and substance misuse.
(984) 368-4697 View (984) 368-4697
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Kim Elaine Knoeller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27332  (Online Only)
I'm here to support you in anything you're going through using my years of experience as an LMSW and LCSW helping others through substance abuse, relationship/family issues, life changes, anxiety, depression and trauma.
A connection with my clients is the first thing that others will say is strong about my work. Building a trusting relationship in which there is safety, genuine care, interest, and validation is at the core of good therapy and is my strength. My interventions are soft and leave each of my clients feelings they have authority in their own lives, they can love and respect and care about themselves, showing themselves compassion at every turn. Your goals are my goals always.
I'm here to support you in anything you're going through using my years of experience as an LMSW and LCSW helping others through substance abuse, relationship/family issues, life changes, anxiety, depression and trauma.
A connection with my clients is the first thing that others will say is strong about my work. Building a trusting relationship in which there is safety, genuine care, interest, and validation is at the core of good therapy and is my strength. My interventions are soft and leave each of my clients feelings they have authority in their own lives, they can love and respect and care about themselves, showing themselves compassion at every turn. Your goals are my goals always.
(910) 597-1362 View (910) 597-1362
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Nejla deLambert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sanford, NC 27330
I treat anxiety, depression, and different types of trauma - stemming from childhood to the workplace.
I provide trauma-informed therapy in a warm, engaging way. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe & heard. I invite you to show up just as you are - express your real unfiltered thoughts & feelings. High-functioning, even over-functioning trauma survivors are my people. You've experienced trauma and despite what's happened, you just kept moving forward. Maybe you're exhausted from masking & saying, "I'm fine" when you're not. Now you're ready for a deeper understanding of how certain experiences impact your life. I'll get to know all those parts and offer effective strategies to support your journey towards healing.
I treat anxiety, depression, and different types of trauma - stemming from childhood to the workplace.
I provide trauma-informed therapy in a warm, engaging way. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe & heard. I invite you to show up just as you are - express your real unfiltered thoughts & feelings. High-functioning, even over-functioning trauma survivors are my people. You've experienced trauma and despite what's happened, you just kept moving forward. Maybe you're exhausted from masking & saying, "I'm fine" when you're not. Now you're ready for a deeper understanding of how certain experiences impact your life. I'll get to know all those parts and offer effective strategies to support your journey towards healing.
(984) 400-9208 View (984) 400-9208
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Connie Connelly
Counselor, MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sanford, NC 27330
My primary focus is helping individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationships.
I commend you for taking this step. Embarking on a therapeutic journey takes courage, and together, we'll create a nurturing environment where you can explore, develop coping strategies, and unlock your inner strength. My goal is to guide you towards a place of resilience, balance, and lasting happiness.
My primary focus is helping individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationships.
I commend you for taking this step. Embarking on a therapeutic journey takes courage, and together, we'll create a nurturing environment where you can explore, develop coping strategies, and unlock your inner strength. My goal is to guide you towards a place of resilience, balance, and lasting happiness.
(984) 203-7548 View (984) 203-7548
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Malcolm C Harris
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sanford, NC 27332  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, and challenging life transitions. Is this experience impacting the meaningful connections you want make with family and friends in your community. Do you feel frustrated, lost, and emotionally exhausted from your efforts to keep up appearances. Do feel that your life should be more fulfilling? People feel overwhelmed and uncertain about careers, family dynamics ,college experiences, and school issues at times. Finding your place in life can be difficult, let me help you build useful copings skills to create the life you want for yourself.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, and challenging life transitions. Is this experience impacting the meaningful connections you want make with family and friends in your community. Do you feel frustrated, lost, and emotionally exhausted from your efforts to keep up appearances. Do feel that your life should be more fulfilling? People feel overwhelmed and uncertain about careers, family dynamics ,college experiences, and school issues at times. Finding your place in life can be difficult, let me help you build useful copings skills to create the life you want for yourself.
(910) 672-6157 View (910) 672-6157
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Diana Marroquin
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27332
I’m Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the Triangle with over a decade of providing individual and group mental health services in Spanish and English. I work with individuals experiencing trauma related symptoms, stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, generational trauma, and immigration difficulties.
I’m Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the Triangle with over a decade of providing individual and group mental health services in Spanish and English. I work with individuals experiencing trauma related symptoms, stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, generational trauma, and immigration difficulties.
(919) 276-8507 View (919) 276-8507
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Laureen Belle Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
I have experience working with, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma.
Welcome. Are you experiencing difficulties with relationships, children, spirituality, sex, or work? It often happens that many of us need a little help now and then. In my years of practice, I've seen how depression and anxiety can affect people's lives and can cause a great deal of guilt and frustration. Life is a journey, both joyous and painful. I believe that no one purposely tries to mess up their life, however, once caught up in our own situations we often cannot see the "forest for the trees", making it difficult to see things any differently during stressfull times.
I have experience working with, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma.
Welcome. Are you experiencing difficulties with relationships, children, spirituality, sex, or work? It often happens that many of us need a little help now and then. In my years of practice, I've seen how depression and anxiety can affect people's lives and can cause a great deal of guilt and frustration. Life is a journey, both joyous and painful. I believe that no one purposely tries to mess up their life, however, once caught up in our own situations we often cannot see the "forest for the trees", making it difficult to see things any differently during stressfull times.
(919) 794-8245 View (919) 794-8245
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Anna Whalen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MS, EdS
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
I work with clients that are coming to counseling for parenting, family of origin issues, perinatal mental health, and perfectionism. My clients are often parents or young adults that are struggling to feel like they are doing a good job. They feel overwhelmed and a little depressed. They are struggling with issues that stem from their own childhood and upbringing. I work with them on showing themselves grace and compassion. We reframe and examine negative thoughts they are having, and I work with them to heal from their childhood wounds. We work together to define and appreciate all of their many roles and identities.
I work with clients that are coming to counseling for parenting, family of origin issues, perinatal mental health, and perfectionism. My clients are often parents or young adults that are struggling to feel like they are doing a good job. They feel overwhelmed and a little depressed. They are struggling with issues that stem from their own childhood and upbringing. I work with them on showing themselves grace and compassion. We reframe and examine negative thoughts they are having, and I work with them to heal from their childhood wounds. We work together to define and appreciate all of their many roles and identities.
(919) 429-8589 View (919) 429-8589
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A Stable Connection Counseling Center
Counselor, LCMHCA, MSEd, NCC
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
In addition to graduate degrees in education and counseling (and 20+ years of experience), Sandy is trained to work with children/adolescents, support veterans and first responders, help clients deal with trauma (including TF-CBT), grief counseling, managing anxiety and depression, supporting the LGBTQ community and providing equine assisted psychotherapy.
Are you satisfied with your life or feeling lost and wondering if there is more for you? Do you feel stuck, repeating the same thoughts or patterns? Do you worry about the little things or the big things? Are you able to tackle the bumps that life throws at you, or do you have trouble managing the roller-coaster of life? If your answer is yes (or even maybe), then counseling could be helpful to you.
In addition to graduate degrees in education and counseling (and 20+ years of experience), Sandy is trained to work with children/adolescents, support veterans and first responders, help clients deal with trauma (including TF-CBT), grief counseling, managing anxiety and depression, supporting the LGBTQ community and providing equine assisted psychotherapy.
Are you satisfied with your life or feeling lost and wondering if there is more for you? Do you feel stuck, repeating the same thoughts or patterns? Do you worry about the little things or the big things? Are you able to tackle the bumps that life throws at you, or do you have trouble managing the roller-coaster of life? If your answer is yes (or even maybe), then counseling could be helpful to you.
(919) 626-9787 View (919) 626-9787
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.