Depression Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
In addition to having a general practice focusing on developmental disorders, depression, anxiety, existential angst, intimacy challenges and managing stress, Cristhian can guide individuals and families through parenting education, attachment disruption (adoption-foster care-blended families etc.
Cristhian is a Licensed Professional Counselor that has served adults, children, youth, and their families for over 15 years. A native of Chile, he obtained his Masters in Counseling Psychology at Temple University and is fluent in both English and Spanish. Early in his career in urban youth ministry and later as a Clinical Supervisor in school based mental health, Cristhian developed a deep understanding of what motivates people to learn and grow. His understanding of human development and attachment theories serves as the underpinning for his work with children, youth and adults.
In addition to having a general practice focusing on developmental disorders, depression, anxiety, existential angst, intimacy challenges and managing stress, Cristhian can guide individuals and families through parenting education, attachment disruption (adoption-foster care-blended families etc.
Cristhian is a Licensed Professional Counselor that has served adults, children, youth, and their families for over 15 years. A native of Chile, he obtained his Masters in Counseling Psychology at Temple University and is fluent in both English and Spanish. Early in his career in urban youth ministry and later as a Clinical Supervisor in school based mental health, Cristhian developed a deep understanding of what motivates people to learn and grow. His understanding of human development and attachment theories serves as the underpinning for his work with children, youth and adults.
Taneshia Elam-Snowden
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, CSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
These include anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal and family concerns.
I approach therapy from a systems perspective. I work with indiv/couples/fam from various cultural frameworks, especially those from black/brown communities, to manage life's stressors in context with the dynamic roles they possess in life. I believe that problems occur when an individual experiences disruptions to their norms resulting in cognitive distortions that impact their overall well-being. I work to help indiv/couples/fam process their emotions and develop healthy strategies to improve their functioning, while supporting them as they navigate the various systems in which they belong (e.g. family, career, interpersonal).
These include anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal and family concerns.
I approach therapy from a systems perspective. I work with indiv/couples/fam from various cultural frameworks, especially those from black/brown communities, to manage life's stressors in context with the dynamic roles they possess in life. I believe that problems occur when an individual experiences disruptions to their norms resulting in cognitive distortions that impact their overall well-being. I work to help indiv/couples/fam process their emotions and develop healthy strategies to improve their functioning, while supporting them as they navigate the various systems in which they belong (e.g. family, career, interpersonal).
Jennifer V. Hart, MA, LPC, E-RYT
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, E-RYT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19143 (Online Only)
If you're struggling to balance life, home, relationships, and your health, we have tools to help. If you feel anxious, stressed, overwhelmed or depressed, you've come to the right place. Our licensed Psychotherapist, Jennifer Hart, offers individual trauma informed psychotherapy services. Jennifer also offers workshops, speaking engagements and wellness consulta. She works with clients who experience anxiety, depression, and recovering from physical and/or psychological abuse. If you're yearning to establish and maintain harmony, clarity, and peace in your life and relationships reach out to us to schedule a consultation.
If you're struggling to balance life, home, relationships, and your health, we have tools to help. If you feel anxious, stressed, overwhelmed or depressed, you've come to the right place. Our licensed Psychotherapist, Jennifer Hart, offers individual trauma informed psychotherapy services. Jennifer also offers workshops, speaking engagements and wellness consulta. She works with clients who experience anxiety, depression, and recovering from physical and/or psychological abuse. If you're yearning to establish and maintain harmony, clarity, and peace in your life and relationships reach out to us to schedule a consultation.
Kellyn Swanson
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
I provide therapy in PA and NJ for individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, and difficulties in managing everyday life. My objective as your therapist is to create a safe environment for you to explore these challenges, while being transparent with what your wants and needs are. I will support you in seeking the best possible coping skills for your mental health symptoms, as well as adaptive strategies for you to utilize in order to succeed with your life goals.
I provide therapy in PA and NJ for individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, and difficulties in managing everyday life. My objective as your therapist is to create a safe environment for you to explore these challenges, while being transparent with what your wants and needs are. I will support you in seeking the best possible coping skills for your mental health symptoms, as well as adaptive strategies for you to utilize in order to succeed with your life goals.
Allan L Goldberg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19147 (Online Only)
In addition to anxiety and depression, I specialize in diverse areas such as individuals seeking recovery from childhood trauma, gay men self-actualizing in an ever-changing world, artists and creativity, and graduate students/dissertation preparation.
I believe that the work of therapy needs to be done in an atmosphere of safety, intelligence, warmth and humor. Therapy is often hard work because it takes so much commitment for us to look at ourselves objectively and work through challenging issues in our lives. Sometimes we come to therapy because there is a specific situation that we need immediate and/or brief assistance with or for an objective voice of reason. Sometimes we come to therapy because there have been challenges over time that have gotten in our way of getting what we want out of our lives.
In addition to anxiety and depression, I specialize in diverse areas such as individuals seeking recovery from childhood trauma, gay men self-actualizing in an ever-changing world, artists and creativity, and graduate students/dissertation preparation.
I believe that the work of therapy needs to be done in an atmosphere of safety, intelligence, warmth and humor. Therapy is often hard work because it takes so much commitment for us to look at ourselves objectively and work through challenging issues in our lives. Sometimes we come to therapy because there is a specific situation that we need immediate and/or brief assistance with or for an objective voice of reason. Sometimes we come to therapy because there have been challenges over time that have gotten in our way of getting what we want out of our lives.
Sarah Rosenberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19106 (Online Only)
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety and/or depression.
Accepting new clients! My approach to therapy creates individualized plans, tailored to meet each of my unique clients’ needs. There are many different paths for growth, we will work together to find the one that is right for you. We will explore thoughts, emotions and behaviors in a new way. We discover ways to remove barriers that keep you stuck. Together, we will learn how to respond instead of react. We will rediscover your calm, confident, compassionate, curious self. We will challenge your resistant self that has been keeping you from growing. You will get to know your greatest asset - YOU.
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety and/or depression.
Accepting new clients! My approach to therapy creates individualized plans, tailored to meet each of my unique clients’ needs. There are many different paths for growth, we will work together to find the one that is right for you. We will explore thoughts, emotions and behaviors in a new way. We discover ways to remove barriers that keep you stuck. Together, we will learn how to respond instead of react. We will rediscover your calm, confident, compassionate, curious self. We will challenge your resistant self that has been keeping you from growing. You will get to know your greatest asset - YOU.
My clinical experience includes trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief/loss, existential concerns, BPD, and mood disorders.
My approach to therapy is client-centered, humanistic, integrative, narrative, and trauma-informed. Together, we can work to uncover and retell the narratives of your life. We will in no way dismiss the hardships you have faced, rather, we can honor these experiences through thoughtful reflection. Through this process, we can also collaborate to cultivate more balance, purpose, passion, and growth in your life. I also strive to always acknowledge how systemic oppression can affect my clients lives. Therapy is absolutely a space where one should feel comfortable processing the impact of oppression.
My clinical experience includes trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief/loss, existential concerns, BPD, and mood disorders.
My approach to therapy is client-centered, humanistic, integrative, narrative, and trauma-informed. Together, we can work to uncover and retell the narratives of your life. We will in no way dismiss the hardships you have faced, rather, we can honor these experiences through thoughtful reflection. Through this process, we can also collaborate to cultivate more balance, purpose, passion, and growth in your life. I also strive to always acknowledge how systemic oppression can affect my clients lives. Therapy is absolutely a space where one should feel comfortable processing the impact of oppression.
Nichelle Wiggins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19128 (Online Only)
Are you struggling to live the life you desire? Perhaps you are feeling anxious, depressed, unmotivated, struggling with intrusive thoughts/urges that you are afraid to talk about, experiencing conflict in your relationships, facing a difficult situation or simply want to feel better. Congratulations on taking the first step. Whether you are new or returning to therapy, the process is one of self-reflection and self-discovery that can lead you to not only feeling better but being a better you. Sometimes the path is unclear. I am committed to guiding you along the path of empowerment and enlightenment to find your way.
Are you struggling to live the life you desire? Perhaps you are feeling anxious, depressed, unmotivated, struggling with intrusive thoughts/urges that you are afraid to talk about, experiencing conflict in your relationships, facing a difficult situation or simply want to feel better. Congratulations on taking the first step. Whether you are new or returning to therapy, the process is one of self-reflection and self-discovery that can lead you to not only feeling better but being a better you. Sometimes the path is unclear. I am committed to guiding you along the path of empowerment and enlightenment to find your way.
Kaitlin Staples Vigo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19127
My areas of specialty include healing from depression, managing anxiety, creating stronger relationships with self and others, freeing creative blocks, healing from grief and loss, managing life transitions, dealing with body image concerns, and engaging in trauma recovery.
Are you tired of feeling stuck? Do you want to create changes that make your life feel more exciting, satisfying, fulfilling, purposeful, or sustainable? Maybe you’re experiencing a creative block, relationship stagnancy, grief and loss, job dissatisfaction, career choice difficulty, feeling uninspired by life, struggling with food or substances, etc. Maybe you're taking on some of life's biggest milestones: graduation, marriage, embarking on becoming a parent, etc.
My areas of specialty include healing from depression, managing anxiety, creating stronger relationships with self and others, freeing creative blocks, healing from grief and loss, managing life transitions, dealing with body image concerns, and engaging in trauma recovery.
Are you tired of feeling stuck? Do you want to create changes that make your life feel more exciting, satisfying, fulfilling, purposeful, or sustainable? Maybe you’re experiencing a creative block, relationship stagnancy, grief and loss, job dissatisfaction, career choice difficulty, feeling uninspired by life, struggling with food or substances, etc. Maybe you're taking on some of life's biggest milestones: graduation, marriage, embarking on becoming a parent, etc.
I work with adults seeking relief from anxiety, depression, and relationship troubles.
We all have untapped resilience. Adversity can be a gift. As a therapist my goal is to help you live your life with better relationships, increased agency and more joy. Change is possible at any stage of life. We are all life-long learners, and we can begin to change when we feel understood. During the pandemic, I shifted my practice to a secure online platform. I was pleasantly surprised at the intimacy of that format. But nothing can replace meeting face-to-face, and so I work now both remote and in-person. Either way, three years after the initial crisis, still I wonder: Who doesn't feel the need for more human contact?
I work with adults seeking relief from anxiety, depression, and relationship troubles.
We all have untapped resilience. Adversity can be a gift. As a therapist my goal is to help you live your life with better relationships, increased agency and more joy. Change is possible at any stage of life. We are all life-long learners, and we can begin to change when we feel understood. During the pandemic, I shifted my practice to a secure online platform. I was pleasantly surprised at the intimacy of that format. But nothing can replace meeting face-to-face, and so I work now both remote and in-person. Either way, three years after the initial crisis, still I wonder: Who doesn't feel the need for more human contact?
Jeffre St James
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, PE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19141 (Online Only)
With a decade of experience, Philly-native Jeff St. James has worked to build up a meaningful reputation within the local mental health community. He is both a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified PE (Prolonged Exposure) Therapist and consultant for trauma victims suffering with PTSD. Prolonged Exposure is an evidence-based therapy also utilized in treating depression, anger, guilt, and general anxiety. In addition to being a trauma specialist, he works with individuals struggling with grief and loss, faith, motivation, hoarding, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, and relationship-marital issues.
With a decade of experience, Philly-native Jeff St. James has worked to build up a meaningful reputation within the local mental health community. He is both a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified PE (Prolonged Exposure) Therapist and consultant for trauma victims suffering with PTSD. Prolonged Exposure is an evidence-based therapy also utilized in treating depression, anger, guilt, and general anxiety. In addition to being a trauma specialist, he works with individuals struggling with grief and loss, faith, motivation, hoarding, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, and relationship-marital issues.
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I've worked extensively with people who suffer from anxiety, depression, along with situational problems.
People try everything they can to solve their difficulties on their own before calling a therapist. It's precisely our own personal luggage that disables us from fulfilling our own potential and making the changes we so desire. Finding a therapist who is right for you can help you gain a better understanding of yourself and can be very useful to getting you to where you want to be. What is most important is that you feel free to talk about whatever is currently distressing you the most. For that, you need to ensure that you are a good fit with your therapist.
I've worked extensively with people who suffer from anxiety, depression, along with situational problems.
People try everything they can to solve their difficulties on their own before calling a therapist. It's precisely our own personal luggage that disables us from fulfilling our own potential and making the changes we so desire. Finding a therapist who is right for you can help you gain a better understanding of yourself and can be very useful to getting you to where you want to be. What is most important is that you feel free to talk about whatever is currently distressing you the most. For that, you need to ensure that you are a good fit with your therapist.
Joanie McCollum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
I am experienced with children, teens, couples, families, individuals and groups who have struggles with issues of racialized trauma, depression, anxiety, addictions, childhood traumas and relational challenges.
Hi! I am Joanie McCollum, a Pa. Licensed Clinical Social Worker, born, raised and working in Philadelphia. I have been in the mental health field for the past 35 yrs and began my journey after starting psychotherapy for myself.
I am experienced with children, teens, couples, families, individuals and groups who have struggles with issues of racialized trauma, depression, anxiety, addictions, childhood traumas and relational challenges.
Hi! I am Joanie McCollum, a Pa. Licensed Clinical Social Worker, born, raised and working in Philadelphia. I have been in the mental health field for the past 35 yrs and began my journey after starting psychotherapy for myself.
You are worthy of exceptional, compassionate care and I am dedicated to creating a truly therapeutic space for you to (re)learn to trust yourself and thrive. Stressors such as complicated relationships and workplaces, overwhelm, loss, abuse, and trauma can shape patterns of coping and thinking that lead to depression, anxiety, and loneliness. Together, we can restore your most grounded and confident self. By enhancing insight and acquiring healthy coping skills, you can align your life with your truest values and dreams. Healing is much more than symptom reduction; it comes from forming a transformational relationship with yourself.
You are worthy of exceptional, compassionate care and I am dedicated to creating a truly therapeutic space for you to (re)learn to trust yourself and thrive. Stressors such as complicated relationships and workplaces, overwhelm, loss, abuse, and trauma can shape patterns of coping and thinking that lead to depression, anxiety, and loneliness. Together, we can restore your most grounded and confident self. By enhancing insight and acquiring healthy coping skills, you can align your life with your truest values and dreams. Healing is much more than symptom reduction; it comes from forming a transformational relationship with yourself.
Sarah Kelly
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
I most commonly treat anxiety, depression, relational distress, and difficulty adjusting to new life circumstances.
Hi, I’m Sarah! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for helping people find self-understanding, build meaningful relationships, and grow through life's big changes. I especially enjoy working with adults in their 20's and 30's.
I most commonly treat anxiety, depression, relational distress, and difficulty adjusting to new life circumstances.
Hi, I’m Sarah! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for helping people find self-understanding, build meaningful relationships, and grow through life's big changes. I especially enjoy working with adults in their 20's and 30's.
Stress, depression, worry, feelings of hopelessness, and past difficult/traumatic experiences....All of these things can have a real impact on our day-to-day ability to enjoy life, function well in our relationships, and reach our fullest potential.
Stress, depression, worry, feelings of hopelessness, and past difficult/traumatic experiences....All of these things can have a real impact on our day-to-day ability to enjoy life, function well in our relationships, and reach our fullest potential.
Nichelle Linder
Licensed Professional Counselor, LBS, LPC, LPCMH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19135 (Online Only)
Life can get overwhelming and you feel like you're in it alone. I meet you where you are at by viewing your needs as they are. I'm client centered and together we'll work. I've been in this field since 2009 as a professional helper, and started out working w/ children, pre-teens, adolescence (i.e., foster care, adoption, behavioral and emotional, and autism); then expanded into working w/ adults (i.e., SMI population, forensic population, criminal justice involve population, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, OCD, anger management, life transitions, thinking disorders). I want to empower you to help you overcome obstacles.
Life can get overwhelming and you feel like you're in it alone. I meet you where you are at by viewing your needs as they are. I'm client centered and together we'll work. I've been in this field since 2009 as a professional helper, and started out working w/ children, pre-teens, adolescence (i.e., foster care, adoption, behavioral and emotional, and autism); then expanded into working w/ adults (i.e., SMI population, forensic population, criminal justice involve population, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, OCD, anger management, life transitions, thinking disorders). I want to empower you to help you overcome obstacles.
Hilda Smits
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Interested in all things human, I have experience in working with trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and relationship difficulties.
“What’s wrong with knowing what you know now and not knowing what you don’t know until later?”, Winnie the Pooh. As a therapist, I share Pooh’s inquisitive spirit and love for the forest. I am curious about my clients, about getting to know them. Human relationships are by nature dynamic and can be complex, and these are the very things that draw me to therapy. Being person centered is important to me, which means meeting you where you are “at” and creating a safe space by showing unconditional positive regard. I am authentic in my relationships and can be direct. I am growth and insight oriented and like to learn with my clients.
Interested in all things human, I have experience in working with trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and relationship difficulties.
“What’s wrong with knowing what you know now and not knowing what you don’t know until later?”, Winnie the Pooh. As a therapist, I share Pooh’s inquisitive spirit and love for the forest. I am curious about my clients, about getting to know them. Human relationships are by nature dynamic and can be complex, and these are the very things that draw me to therapy. Being person centered is important to me, which means meeting you where you are “at” and creating a safe space by showing unconditional positive regard. I am authentic in my relationships and can be direct. I am growth and insight oriented and like to learn with my clients.
Rob Stahl is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Music Therapist (MT) who is passionate about helping anyone who needs it. In his 19 years of experience in the mental health field, he has worked with people from ages 3 to over 100, and with a variety of issues and challenges including relationship issues, stress, depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, ADHD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, physical disabilities, and more.
Rob Stahl is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Music Therapist (MT) who is passionate about helping anyone who needs it. In his 19 years of experience in the mental health field, he has worked with people from ages 3 to over 100, and with a variety of issues and challenges including relationship issues, stress, depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, ADHD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, physical disabilities, and more.
Johanna Dwinells
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, MT-BC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19123 (Online Only)
I blend different therapies like DBT, CBT, Music Therapy, Yoga and more to help you overcome symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Are you working towards self-acceptance? Are you tired of the roles and stigma that have been placed on you? Does a life worth of anxiety feel like a heavy load? Do you sometimes feel stuck, creatively, career wise, socially or emotionally? Do completing the smallest tasks seem monumental? Do you want to find and harness your potential? Have you struggled with mindfulness or meditation? Do you find that sometimes your emotions drive your decisions? Do you want to improve your life but don't know where to start?
I blend different therapies like DBT, CBT, Music Therapy, Yoga and more to help you overcome symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Are you working towards self-acceptance? Are you tired of the roles and stigma that have been placed on you? Does a life worth of anxiety feel like a heavy load? Do you sometimes feel stuck, creatively, career wise, socially or emotionally? Do completing the smallest tasks seem monumental? Do you want to find and harness your potential? Have you struggled with mindfulness or meditation? Do you find that sometimes your emotions drive your decisions? Do you want to improve your life but don't know where to start?
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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.