Depression Therapists in Marshall, NC

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Jocelyn Mosser
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Marshall, NC 28753  (Online Only)
We are living in unprecedented times. If you are sensitive to, and feel the pain of being alive during such uncertain times on this planet—you are not alone. There are many layers to who we are and many reasons we struggle to connect to ourselves, to others, and to the world. In therapy, we'll start to map your inner landscape, locate what feels chaotic, and contact what feels true for you. I specialize in working with complex trauma, grief, spirituality, anxiety, depression, isolation, shame, burnout, chronic illness, and relationship issues. I’m devoted to helping you remember your inherent worth, intelligence, and aliveness.
We are living in unprecedented times. If you are sensitive to, and feel the pain of being alive during such uncertain times on this planet—you are not alone. There are many layers to who we are and many reasons we struggle to connect to ourselves, to others, and to the world. In therapy, we'll start to map your inner landscape, locate what feels chaotic, and contact what feels true for you. I specialize in working with complex trauma, grief, spirituality, anxiety, depression, isolation, shame, burnout, chronic illness, and relationship issues. I’m devoted to helping you remember your inherent worth, intelligence, and aliveness.
(828) 268-3223 View (828) 268-3223
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Chris Dixon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marshall, NC 28753  (Online Only)
I work with a variety of clients and issues but have found a great deal of success working with individuals struggling with anxiety and depression. I also work with individuals grappling with loss, and individuals dealing with trauma. Therapy can be hard work, for sure, but it can also be a fully edifying experience.
I work with a variety of clients and issues but have found a great deal of success working with individuals struggling with anxiety and depression. I also work with individuals grappling with loss, and individuals dealing with trauma. Therapy can be hard work, for sure, but it can also be a fully edifying experience.
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Susan Elaine
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
Marshall, NC 28753
My professional interests are focused on depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, relationships issues, gender identification/expression, and women's issues. I seek to help people develop awareness of the impact of trauma, loss, attachment and abuse on their development, and the resulting negative and harmful beliefs; to create and practice adaptive and healing skills; and to find personal empowerment through the therapeutic experience.
My professional interests are focused on depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, relationships issues, gender identification/expression, and women's issues. I seek to help people develop awareness of the impact of trauma, loss, attachment and abuse on their development, and the resulting negative and harmful beliefs; to create and practice adaptive and healing skills; and to find personal empowerment through the therapeutic experience.
(828) 382-2101 View (828) 382-2101
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Miriah Feehery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCAS, EMDR
Verified Verified
Marshall, NC 28753
I treat: Adults, pre-adolescents and adolescents, Trauma, substance abuse, process addictions, family dynamics, sexuality, sexual abuse, LGBTQ specific issues, relationship and attachment issues, self-harm, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD, adoption issues, domestic violence, and bipolar disorder.
Wholeness leads to healing. I guide my clients to accept all parts of themselves and find balance in their lives. I entered the field of counseling with a passion for treating trauma (big T and little t trauma). Along the way I gathered some exceptional tools for doing so, including EMDR and a somatic approach to psychotherapy. Not so far removed from trauma, I have also developed a specialty in treating addiction of all kinds. I have seen the power of emotional healing to transform people's lives in ways they always wanted but didn't know how. I am here to help whenever the client is ready to do that brave and powerful work.
I treat: Adults, pre-adolescents and adolescents, Trauma, substance abuse, process addictions, family dynamics, sexuality, sexual abuse, LGBTQ specific issues, relationship and attachment issues, self-harm, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD, adoption issues, domestic violence, and bipolar disorder.
Wholeness leads to healing. I guide my clients to accept all parts of themselves and find balance in their lives. I entered the field of counseling with a passion for treating trauma (big T and little t trauma). Along the way I gathered some exceptional tools for doing so, including EMDR and a somatic approach to psychotherapy. Not so far removed from trauma, I have also developed a specialty in treating addiction of all kinds. I have seen the power of emotional healing to transform people's lives in ways they always wanted but didn't know how. I am here to help whenever the client is ready to do that brave and powerful work.
(828) 882-2438 View (828) 882-2438
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Naturopathic House
ND, LMBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marshall, NC 28753
I offer holistic care, counseling, emotional intelligence and Biofeedback training for people with anxiety, depression and similar conditions.
I love helping you learn how to trust yourself by connecting to your gut. From anxiety and depression to autoimmune, weight or digestive issues, the root of true health and the state of relative wellness is based on the gut-brain axis. My ideal client wants to get serious about their health from the inside out. Folks who are willing to look at food, exercise, time in nature and their relationships are destined for success when working with me. Together we will tune your unique gut-brain/immune-mind axis to the frequency that best enhances positive momentum for you to eliminate resistance that impedes your natural flow.
I offer holistic care, counseling, emotional intelligence and Biofeedback training for people with anxiety, depression and similar conditions.
I love helping you learn how to trust yourself by connecting to your gut. From anxiety and depression to autoimmune, weight or digestive issues, the root of true health and the state of relative wellness is based on the gut-brain axis. My ideal client wants to get serious about their health from the inside out. Folks who are willing to look at food, exercise, time in nature and their relationships are destined for success when working with me. Together we will tune your unique gut-brain/immune-mind axis to the frequency that best enhances positive momentum for you to eliminate resistance that impedes your natural flow.
(828) 520-0145 View (828) 520-0145
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Chessa Budai
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Marshall, NC 28753  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel responsible for taking care of everyone else, but have little time or energy left to care for yourself? Is it hard to even identify what you need, much less ask for it? Did you grow up in chaos and now have some healing to do? Do you struggle with perfectionism, anxiety, control, or taking on too much? You are not alone and you don't have to deal with it alone. I specialize in helping teens and adults who struggle with setting boundaries, speaking up, coping with anxiety/panic, nightmares, dissociation, angry outbursts, and the need to always feel in control.
Do you feel responsible for taking care of everyone else, but have little time or energy left to care for yourself? Is it hard to even identify what you need, much less ask for it? Did you grow up in chaos and now have some healing to do? Do you struggle with perfectionism, anxiety, control, or taking on too much? You are not alone and you don't have to deal with it alone. I specialize in helping teens and adults who struggle with setting boundaries, speaking up, coping with anxiety/panic, nightmares, dissociation, angry outbursts, and the need to always feel in control.
(828) 622-4890 View (828) 622-4890
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Maureen Motley Zitin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marshall, NC 28753
Are you at a crossroads in your life? Do you suspect that past painful or traumatic experiences are interfering with your life and relationships? Are you ready to roll up your sleeves, dig deep, let go and uncover something shining? I enjoy working with women, men, couples and other therapists who are ready to discover their resilience and do the work they need to do to uncover the gold in themselves and in their relationships. And, yes, there is always gold. Really, always.
Are you at a crossroads in your life? Do you suspect that past painful or traumatic experiences are interfering with your life and relationships? Are you ready to roll up your sleeves, dig deep, let go and uncover something shining? I enjoy working with women, men, couples and other therapists who are ready to discover their resilience and do the work they need to do to uncover the gold in themselves and in their relationships. And, yes, there is always gold. Really, always.
(828) 547-4852 View (828) 547-4852

More Therapists Nearby

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Stewart Jay Canter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA Ed, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Mars Hill, NC 28754
Are you struggling with chronic stress, upsetting memories, episodes of anger, panic, irritability? Are you feeling depressed or numb? Difficult life experiences cause the nervous system to make you feel this way, whether those experiences occurred recently or in the distant past. The body remembers and contains difficult experiences even when the mind doesn't. At some point the body can no longer contain the memories, and they pour out of us in the form of stress, anger, depression, numbness, or panic. Take advantage of one of the most effective post-traumatic stress treatments used world-wide today - the Trauma Resiliency Model.
Are you struggling with chronic stress, upsetting memories, episodes of anger, panic, irritability? Are you feeling depressed or numb? Difficult life experiences cause the nervous system to make you feel this way, whether those experiences occurred recently or in the distant past. The body remembers and contains difficult experiences even when the mind doesn't. At some point the body can no longer contain the memories, and they pour out of us in the form of stress, anger, depression, numbness, or panic. Take advantage of one of the most effective post-traumatic stress treatments used world-wide today - the Trauma Resiliency Model.
(828) 475-4827 View (828) 475-4827
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Julie Ann Doherty
Counselor, MA, LCPC, ACHt
Verified Verified
Mars Hill, NC 28754  (Online Only)
I use Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy, breathwork, RoHun transpersonal (soul) psychology & coaching, meditation/guided imagery, along with traditional talk therapies to empower you, overcome trauma and change unhealthy behaviors/thoughts which can result in anxiety and depression, among other issues.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you have trouble staying focused, concentrating, functioning normally? Most people that seek out my expertise do because they're either in crisis or struggling, and within a few sessions, they are feeling more in control, more peaceful, and more aware of their capabilities to manage their lives and relationships better.
I use Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy, breathwork, RoHun transpersonal (soul) psychology & coaching, meditation/guided imagery, along with traditional talk therapies to empower you, overcome trauma and change unhealthy behaviors/thoughts which can result in anxiety and depression, among other issues.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you have trouble staying focused, concentrating, functioning normally? Most people that seek out my expertise do because they're either in crisis or struggling, and within a few sessions, they are feeling more in control, more peaceful, and more aware of their capabilities to manage their lives and relationships better.
(847) 960-3812 View (847) 960-3812
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J Tedder
LCSW Associate , LCASA
Verified Verified
Mars Hill, NC 28754  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My passion is working with people who struggle with body image, depression, and anxiety or are stuck reliving or repeating generational behaviors and patterns. I focus on those who identify as LGBTQ+ and those in non-traditional relationship structures. Utilizing person-centered strengths based ACT, CBT, parts work, mindfulness, and expressive arts therapies I work with folks to help them in times of change to break the cycles of intergenerational trauma and support people in their own growth.
My passion is working with people who struggle with body image, depression, and anxiety or are stuck reliving or repeating generational behaviors and patterns. I focus on those who identify as LGBTQ+ and those in non-traditional relationship structures. Utilizing person-centered strengths based ACT, CBT, parts work, mindfulness, and expressive arts therapies I work with folks to help them in times of change to break the cycles of intergenerational trauma and support people in their own growth.
(828) 660-8763 View (828) 660-8763
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Claire Fradin
LCMHCA, LAC, LMBT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mars Hill, NC 28754
I work with individuals looking to re-establish a sense of connection and a way forward. Individuals feeling alone, anxious, stuck, or depressed after life-changing circumstances, stress, grief, trauma, or relationship injuries. I have worked for over 16 years as a licensed massage therapist and then as a licensed acupuncturist. As an intern, I have counseled survivors of sexual abuse offering trauma education and resolution. I provide a supportive presence and a safe identity-affirming environment.
I work with individuals looking to re-establish a sense of connection and a way forward. Individuals feeling alone, anxious, stuck, or depressed after life-changing circumstances, stress, grief, trauma, or relationship injuries. I have worked for over 16 years as a licensed massage therapist and then as a licensed acupuncturist. As an intern, I have counseled survivors of sexual abuse offering trauma education and resolution. I provide a supportive presence and a safe identity-affirming environment.
(828) 882-2996 View (828) 882-2996
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Holly Smith
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Weaverville, NC 28787  (Online Only)
If you have been struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or just dealing with life events that left an imprint, I'd love to help you move past these and define yourself on your own terms. Healing traumatic experiences is an unlearning process. We are born equipped to deal with life's injuries and the resulting emotional wounds. As we grow, the world teaches us all kinds of lessons that are counter-intuitive to our adaptive nature. You can shed what no longer serves you and I would love to help.
If you have been struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or just dealing with life events that left an imprint, I'd love to help you move past these and define yourself on your own terms. Healing traumatic experiences is an unlearning process. We are born equipped to deal with life's injuries and the resulting emotional wounds. As we grow, the world teaches us all kinds of lessons that are counter-intuitive to our adaptive nature. You can shed what no longer serves you and I would love to help.
(813) 590-4301 View (813) 590-4301
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Wanda Collazo
Licensed Clinical Mental Helath Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Mars Hill, NC 28754
Hello, my name is Wanda Collazo. As we prepare to begin the therapeutic process and continue to develop a working relationship, I believe it is very helpful for you to learn some information regarding my professional background and counseling philosophy. I consider counseling as an interactive process during which we collaborate, exchange ideas, and design a plan of action with the intent of identifying your concerns and build the skills necessary to express your thoughts and feelings, overcome challenges, and gain a new life perspective. I look forward to our work together as we embark in this empowering experience.
Hello, my name is Wanda Collazo. As we prepare to begin the therapeutic process and continue to develop a working relationship, I believe it is very helpful for you to learn some information regarding my professional background and counseling philosophy. I consider counseling as an interactive process during which we collaborate, exchange ideas, and design a plan of action with the intent of identifying your concerns and build the skills necessary to express your thoughts and feelings, overcome challenges, and gain a new life perspective. I look forward to our work together as we embark in this empowering experience.
(919) 343-9664 View (919) 343-9664
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Eman Moustafa
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mars Hill, NC 28754  (Online Only)
Talk therapy is misunderstood. Talk therapy is less about chatting and venting. Its really about using professional talk for assessment, identifying issues, and providing interventions to support you feeling better. Evidence-based modalities assist in moving toward your well-being and mental health goals. Email for your free phone consult today! (Available in North Carolina.)
Talk therapy is misunderstood. Talk therapy is less about chatting and venting. Its really about using professional talk for assessment, identifying issues, and providing interventions to support you feeling better. Evidence-based modalities assist in moving toward your well-being and mental health goals. Email for your free phone consult today! (Available in North Carolina.)
(828) 818-8739 View (828) 818-8739
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Jennifer Sutherlin
Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mars Hill, NC 28754
Life can be extremely difficult creating feelings of discouragement and hopelessness that hinder the ability to see a solution. Perhaps, you have tried so many times you just feel like giving up. You may try to relieve your suffering or intense emotions by using maladaptive coping strategies such as substances, food, sex, or acting in ways that harm yourself or those you care about. These choices may have left you feeling even worse, isolated, and all alone. You may even feel that you do not belong or fit in. You are at the point to where you just want to understand yourself and regain a sense of control in your life.
Life can be extremely difficult creating feelings of discouragement and hopelessness that hinder the ability to see a solution. Perhaps, you have tried so many times you just feel like giving up. You may try to relieve your suffering or intense emotions by using maladaptive coping strategies such as substances, food, sex, or acting in ways that harm yourself or those you care about. These choices may have left you feeling even worse, isolated, and all alone. You may even feel that you do not belong or fit in. You are at the point to where you just want to understand yourself and regain a sense of control in your life.
(828) 360-9942 View (828) 360-9942
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Katarina Wittekind
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mars Hill, NC 28754
Are you not feeling like yourself? Missing who you were or longing for who you want to be? Are your thoughts telling you that you are broken or unworthy? Sometimes difficult experiences or the general stress of life manifests as physical pain in our bodies or as emotions that feel overwhelming and unpredictable. Therapy is a place to learn how to listen to the wisdom of our bodies to better understand how to take care of our mental and physical well-being. The fact that you are looking at this page means you have taken the first step towards getting to know yourself better, and I know how hard that first step can be.
Are you not feeling like yourself? Missing who you were or longing for who you want to be? Are your thoughts telling you that you are broken or unworthy? Sometimes difficult experiences or the general stress of life manifests as physical pain in our bodies or as emotions that feel overwhelming and unpredictable. Therapy is a place to learn how to listen to the wisdom of our bodies to better understand how to take care of our mental and physical well-being. The fact that you are looking at this page means you have taken the first step towards getting to know yourself better, and I know how hard that first step can be.
(828) 761-7551 View (828) 761-7551
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Gail Azar
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, SEP
Verified Verified
Alexander, NC 28701
The most important need for individuals is to be truly heard. In my practice I place that need before everything else. My goal is to create an atmosphere of trust that allows the client the freedom to share their most personal experiences without fear of judgement. For over 30 years I have worked successfully with clients in crisis, those who have endured abuse and/or trauma, parents with issues related to their children, divorce and separation, grief and loss, as well as issues related to everyday living.
The most important need for individuals is to be truly heard. In my practice I place that need before everything else. My goal is to create an atmosphere of trust that allows the client the freedom to share their most personal experiences without fear of judgement. For over 30 years I have worked successfully with clients in crisis, those who have endured abuse and/or trauma, parents with issues related to their children, divorce and separation, grief and loss, as well as issues related to everyday living.
(828) 355-4656 View (828) 355-4656
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Karen Osborne-Rowland
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MAEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Mars Hill, NC 28754
Not accepting new clients
I encourage my clients to identify and express their feelings and to more fully understand their personal frames of reference. I often use a practical approach, focusing on the development of short and long-term goals, looking at what has and hasn't worked in the past and examining the potential consequences of various courses of action and points of view. I also guide consideration of how the past continues to affect the present. I use a wide range of therapeutic activities to facilitate the therapeutic relationship and process. My goal is to help you reach yours. I hope you'll give me that opportunity.
I encourage my clients to identify and express their feelings and to more fully understand their personal frames of reference. I often use a practical approach, focusing on the development of short and long-term goals, looking at what has and hasn't worked in the past and examining the potential consequences of various courses of action and points of view. I also guide consideration of how the past continues to affect the present. I use a wide range of therapeutic activities to facilitate the therapeutic relationship and process. My goal is to help you reach yours. I hope you'll give me that opportunity.
(828) 394-1267 View (828) 394-1267
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Paul M Feldman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Mars Hill, NC 28754
Not accepting new clients
My goal is to meet my clients in the moment they are in, and invite them into a deeply safe experience of expanded possibility and curiosity. Connected more deeply to themselves, crucial feelings, fundamental beliefs and significant memories can emerge and be held with respect and kindness. Important individual and relational needs and healing can then be discovered, recognized, and realized.
My goal is to meet my clients in the moment they are in, and invite them into a deeply safe experience of expanded possibility and curiosity. Connected more deeply to themselves, crucial feelings, fundamental beliefs and significant memories can emerge and be held with respect and kindness. Important individual and relational needs and healing can then be discovered, recognized, and realized.
(828) 585-6023 View (828) 585-6023
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Emily (Deserio) Gambrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mars Hill, NC 28754
Not accepting new clients
Hi! So...you're looking for a therapist but the process has you feeling more overwhelmed than you already were. Take a moment, take a deep breath. It feels like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, I know. You feel like days became months became years and now this life you're living doesn't much resemble the life you truly want if you're honest. Chronic stress, trauma, and really hard life experiences are taking a toll on your mind, body, and spirit. The fatigue, the feeling that your body is maxing out, the worry that you can't go on much longer like this - this is your deep knowing that something has to give.
Hi! So...you're looking for a therapist but the process has you feeling more overwhelmed than you already were. Take a moment, take a deep breath. It feels like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, I know. You feel like days became months became years and now this life you're living doesn't much resemble the life you truly want if you're honest. Chronic stress, trauma, and really hard life experiences are taking a toll on your mind, body, and spirit. The fatigue, the feeling that your body is maxing out, the worry that you can't go on much longer like this - this is your deep knowing that something has to give.
(828) 237-6114 View (828) 237-6114

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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.