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Wendy Morua
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, TX 77505
Crisis and adversity often provide opportunities to realign with our core values, needs, and desires. People of all ages seek talk therapy during emotional crises, as it helps them identify symptoms of anxiety and depression stemming from academic, social, and emotional stressors. I specialize in assisting individuals in developing coping strategies and creating a plan for returning to a sense of normalcy using evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I believe that the collaborative work done in therapy is crucial for helpi
Crisis and adversity often provide opportunities to realign with our core values, needs, and desires. People of all ages seek talk therapy during emotional crises, as it helps them identify symptoms of anxiety and depression stemming from academic, social, and emotional stressors. I specialize in assisting individuals in developing coping strategies and creating a plan for returning to a sense of normalcy using evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I believe that the collaborative work done in therapy is crucial for helpi
(281) 547-6384 View (281) 547-6384
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Karla Solis-Auces
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
I have 15 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults on anxiety, depression, stressors, and life transitions.
“No matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and will be better tomorrow”- Maya Angelou. For many, life brings stress, depression, anxiety, or trauma. Trying to balance unhealthy thoughts, feelings, or behaviors with family, work, and school can quickly feel overwhelming. Therapy provides a safe and nurturing environment where a client can increase self-awareness and receive validation. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help process difficulties, learn effective coping skills, and grow and heal to improve emotional health and well-being.
I have 15 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults on anxiety, depression, stressors, and life transitions.
“No matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and will be better tomorrow”- Maya Angelou. For many, life brings stress, depression, anxiety, or trauma. Trying to balance unhealthy thoughts, feelings, or behaviors with family, work, and school can quickly feel overwhelming. Therapy provides a safe and nurturing environment where a client can increase self-awareness and receive validation. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help process difficulties, learn effective coping skills, and grow and heal to improve emotional health and well-being.
(281) 916-6421 View (281) 916-6421
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J'briel Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Webster, TX 77598  (Online Only)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address negative thinking patterns when it comes to anxiety and depression.
Hi! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas. I received my Masters from Walden University and have been practicing for three years. I am currently in a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision program at Walden University. I assist individuals, couples, and families identify and overcome challenges that life may bring them. I have experience working with individuals who experience anxiety and depression and its becoming a struggle for them to maintain functioning.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address negative thinking patterns when it comes to anxiety and depression.
Hi! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas. I received my Masters from Walden University and have been practicing for three years. I am currently in a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision program at Walden University. I assist individuals, couples, and families identify and overcome challenges that life may bring them. I have experience working with individuals who experience anxiety and depression and its becoming a struggle for them to maintain functioning.
(469) 652-8379 View (469) 652-8379
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Maritza Martinez-Chinchilla Msw Lpc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSW, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058
I, Maritza Martinez-Chinchilla am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas with over 43 years of relevant post-Masters experience. My goal is to help my clients realize success in their personal and professional lives. I have excellent Spanish and English language skills, and extensive cultural diversity and gender identity training. In addition to expertise in trauma resolution, stress management, and anger management. I provide my clients with proven strategies to manage and overcome grief, depression, anxiety, and fear resulting from abuse and loss.
I, Maritza Martinez-Chinchilla am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas with over 43 years of relevant post-Masters experience. My goal is to help my clients realize success in their personal and professional lives. I have excellent Spanish and English language skills, and extensive cultural diversity and gender identity training. In addition to expertise in trauma resolution, stress management, and anger management. I provide my clients with proven strategies to manage and overcome grief, depression, anxiety, and fear resulting from abuse and loss.
(832) 780-3269 View (832) 780-3269
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Doreen Dempsey MS, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
I have had the privilege of working with a number of people from all different walks of life dealing with trauma, codependency, bi-polar, depression and anxiety.
Hi! My name is Doreen Dempsey. Life can be overwhelming and leave a feeling behind that everything around you is chaotic. I am here to guide you back to the feeling of control through psychotherapy. You can learn new ways to cope with the unforeseen events and learn to make positive changes. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming, non-judgmental environment.
I have had the privilege of working with a number of people from all different walks of life dealing with trauma, codependency, bi-polar, depression and anxiety.
Hi! My name is Doreen Dempsey. Life can be overwhelming and leave a feeling behind that everything around you is chaotic. I am here to guide you back to the feeling of control through psychotherapy. You can learn new ways to cope with the unforeseen events and learn to make positive changes. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming, non-judgmental environment.
(713) 804-4845 View (713) 804-4845
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Kelvin L McHenry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, ASD-CS
Verified Verified
Webster, TX 77598  (Online Only)
My therapeutic services are dedicated to assisting clients ages 4-100 in the resolution of individual, marital, familial, relational, trauma/crisis, depression, anxiety, social phobias, anger management, LGBTQ, grief/loss, individuation (adolescent-teen), sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse/neglect, life transitions, codependency, passive-aggressive behavior, and self-esteem concerns.
I believe that every client has, within them, the power to overcome any obstacle. Whether it is individual, couples/marital, familial, or relational concerns, together through collaboration, we can find a solution. I am an empathetic & solutions oriented therapist who believes in empowering my clients. I have found that assisting a client to fill their life skills tool box with healthy tools is an excellent way to resolve personal concerns on a long term basis. Please feel free to contact my offices at 832-977-6138 to schedule an appointment or a phone consultation. We are only offering virtual sessions at this time.
My therapeutic services are dedicated to assisting clients ages 4-100 in the resolution of individual, marital, familial, relational, trauma/crisis, depression, anxiety, social phobias, anger management, LGBTQ, grief/loss, individuation (adolescent-teen), sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse/neglect, life transitions, codependency, passive-aggressive behavior, and self-esteem concerns.
I believe that every client has, within them, the power to overcome any obstacle. Whether it is individual, couples/marital, familial, or relational concerns, together through collaboration, we can find a solution. I am an empathetic & solutions oriented therapist who believes in empowering my clients. I have found that assisting a client to fill their life skills tool box with healthy tools is an excellent way to resolve personal concerns on a long term basis. Please feel free to contact my offices at 832-977-6138 to schedule an appointment or a phone consultation. We are only offering virtual sessions at this time.
(832) 648-3674 View (832) 648-3674
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Yarden Ran Finder
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, LSSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Webster, TX 77598
Dr. Finder specializes in therapy for adolescents and adults with ADHD, Asperger's (Autism Level 1), depression and anxiety. She enjoys working with clients to find solutions for the unique ways in which their minds work.
Dr. Finder specializes in therapy for adolescents and adults with ADHD, Asperger's (Autism Level 1), depression and anxiety. She enjoys working with clients to find solutions for the unique ways in which their minds work.
(832) 230-2342 View (832) 230-2342
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Christina L Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
League City, TX 77573
Clients of , In These Shoes Therapy and Wellness, come to our practice to be treated for anxiety, depression, PTSD, parenting and more. We meet clients where they are in their mental health journey in an effort to move forward in health. We accept multiple insurances or self pay. Please reach out if you believe we might be a good fit for you.
Clients of , In These Shoes Therapy and Wellness, come to our practice to be treated for anxiety, depression, PTSD, parenting and more. We meet clients where they are in their mental health journey in an effort to move forward in health. We accept multiple insurances or self pay. Please reach out if you believe we might be a good fit for you.
(281) 767-8424 View (281) 767-8424
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Dr. Vincent Ray Newman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058
Hi, Making the first move for help is always the most difficult. A little about myself, I have lived and learned multiculturalism from my stay in various cities and abroad. From my experiences combined with my training and education has helped me become very effective when helping those in need of intervention. I specialize in problems with children, adolescents, adults, marraige, relationships, and family problems, depression, dissociative, and behavioral disorders.
Hi, Making the first move for help is always the most difficult. A little about myself, I have lived and learned multiculturalism from my stay in various cities and abroad. From my experiences combined with my training and education has helped me become very effective when helping those in need of intervention. I specialize in problems with children, adolescents, adults, marraige, relationships, and family problems, depression, dissociative, and behavioral disorders.
(281) 394-1674 View (281) 394-1674
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Portia Gordon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058  (Online Only)
Currently only providing virtual sessions. I believe the most important part of counseling is the relationship between the counselor and client. I spend time getting to know each of my clients, so that I can tailor a healing plan, specifically for them, and make sure my clients are get the most impact from our sessions together. I specialize in working with trauma, gender and sexuality, BIPOC communities, those in non-traditional relationships, those dealing with depression and anxiety and adolescents. Through play, education and communication, anyone can work through their past and present to make for a brighter future.
Currently only providing virtual sessions. I believe the most important part of counseling is the relationship between the counselor and client. I spend time getting to know each of my clients, so that I can tailor a healing plan, specifically for them, and make sure my clients are get the most impact from our sessions together. I specialize in working with trauma, gender and sexuality, BIPOC communities, those in non-traditional relationships, those dealing with depression and anxiety and adolescents. Through play, education and communication, anyone can work through their past and present to make for a brighter future.
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Ali Vasquez
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77062
I work with kids, teens, adults and families to address trauma, anxiety, depression, self harm, ADHD, divorce and grief.
Have you been feeling stuck in the same cycle that isn't working? Perhaps you've begun to notice physical symptoms such as headaches, stomachaches or muscle tension in your body. Learning to manage your emotions and how to better communicate with loved ones can help make a big impact in relieving those physical symptoms. Reaching out for support can be the start of your healing journey. I believe that we all have the ability to change our future for the better. While change may not always be easy or comfortable, the reward is almost always worth it. All your wounds deserve healing.
I work with kids, teens, adults and families to address trauma, anxiety, depression, self harm, ADHD, divorce and grief.
Have you been feeling stuck in the same cycle that isn't working? Perhaps you've begun to notice physical symptoms such as headaches, stomachaches or muscle tension in your body. Learning to manage your emotions and how to better communicate with loved ones can help make a big impact in relieving those physical symptoms. Reaching out for support can be the start of your healing journey. I believe that we all have the ability to change our future for the better. While change may not always be easy or comfortable, the reward is almost always worth it. All your wounds deserve healing.
(346) 239-1962 View (346) 239-1962
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Steve Newkirk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
His focuses include ADHD, depression, anxiety, behavior disorders, trauma recovery, marriage, divorce, co-parenting, and couples therapy.
When we are young, we have a vision of what we want our lives to become. We want the best for our children, to have strong positive relationships, be happy, and achieve success. We see ourselves in a job that is fun and fulfilling something we want to do, and a group of friends with which to embark on adventures. Through the ebbs and flows of life, that vision we had when we were young transforms. We encounter obstacles, personal traumas, and life-altering events that significantly impact our well-being. We get caught up in pleasing others, providing for others, and longing for something more.
His focuses include ADHD, depression, anxiety, behavior disorders, trauma recovery, marriage, divorce, co-parenting, and couples therapy.
When we are young, we have a vision of what we want our lives to become. We want the best for our children, to have strong positive relationships, be happy, and achieve success. We see ourselves in a job that is fun and fulfilling something we want to do, and a group of friends with which to embark on adventures. Through the ebbs and flows of life, that vision we had when we were young transforms. We encounter obstacles, personal traumas, and life-altering events that significantly impact our well-being. We get caught up in pleasing others, providing for others, and longing for something more.
(346) 361-1554 View (346) 361-1554
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Julia Mundy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Webster, TX 77598
This includes ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and autism spectrum disorders.
I work with young children, tweens, and teens to build self-awareness, compassion, and healthy communication. Most of the individuals with whom I work suffer with social skills, anxiety, poor self-image, or impulse control concerns. I use a collaborative style of treatment that includes input from the child themselves, the parents, and other health care providers. I believe it is crucial to consider developmental level, motivation, support systems, and current strengths to help build healthier forms of coping.
This includes ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and autism spectrum disorders.
I work with young children, tweens, and teens to build self-awareness, compassion, and healthy communication. Most of the individuals with whom I work suffer with social skills, anxiety, poor self-image, or impulse control concerns. I use a collaborative style of treatment that includes input from the child themselves, the parents, and other health care providers. I believe it is crucial to consider developmental level, motivation, support systems, and current strengths to help build healthier forms of coping.
(281) 612-8322 View (281) 612-8322
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Tushanna Price
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058
Some of life’s greatest challenges, such as divorce, relationship issues, career choices, work related stress, depression, and anxiety can be difficult to navigate alone. Sometimes these issues may be difficult for our family members and friends to attend to. I am committed to helping clients find new possibilities or recognize the strengths that they may have been overlooking. I am an Army Veteran who has extensive experience working with veterans and their families as a family and victim advocate. These experiences have given me a unique perspective of trauma and the challenges it may present in daily life.
Some of life’s greatest challenges, such as divorce, relationship issues, career choices, work related stress, depression, and anxiety can be difficult to navigate alone. Sometimes these issues may be difficult for our family members and friends to attend to. I am committed to helping clients find new possibilities or recognize the strengths that they may have been overlooking. I am an Army Veteran who has extensive experience working with veterans and their families as a family and victim advocate. These experiences have given me a unique perspective of trauma and the challenges it may present in daily life.
(409) 204-5908 x409218 View (409) 204-5908 x409218
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Veronica Bowler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, EMDR, Trained
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
League City, TX 77573
Are you feeling overwhelmed or exhausted and finding daily life difficult to manage. Are you dealing with a difficult person, or stressed with family life, relationships, experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression or trauma. I can help and we can work together to find solutions. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Supervisor in Texas. I am also EMDR trained. I utilize an integrative approach with evidence-based models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution Focused Therapy and EMDR.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or exhausted and finding daily life difficult to manage. Are you dealing with a difficult person, or stressed with family life, relationships, experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression or trauma. I can help and we can work together to find solutions. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Supervisor in Texas. I am also EMDR trained. I utilize an integrative approach with evidence-based models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution Focused Therapy and EMDR.
(409) 215-0150 View (409) 215-0150
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Lisa B. Layne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058
Layne provides psycho-educational guidance to clients with ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Parenting, Divorce, Blended family, Chronic Illness, and Grief/Bereavement issues.
For over 20 years in the Clear Lake, Baytown and Galveston areas, Ms. Layne, has provided child( ages 6+), adolescent, adult, couples, and family therapy. She has provided trauma-recovery, cognitive behavioral, behavior modification, and insight oriented therapy, to survivors of sex, physical, emotional abuse and other life changing events. Ms. Layne has extensive experience working in juvenile justice systems, and under the guidance of psychiatrists, and psychologists providing assessments, crisis, short, and longer term therapy services.
Layne provides psycho-educational guidance to clients with ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Parenting, Divorce, Blended family, Chronic Illness, and Grief/Bereavement issues.
For over 20 years in the Clear Lake, Baytown and Galveston areas, Ms. Layne, has provided child( ages 6+), adolescent, adult, couples, and family therapy. She has provided trauma-recovery, cognitive behavioral, behavior modification, and insight oriented therapy, to survivors of sex, physical, emotional abuse and other life changing events. Ms. Layne has extensive experience working in juvenile justice systems, and under the guidance of psychiatrists, and psychologists providing assessments, crisis, short, and longer term therapy services.
(281) 942-4093 View (281) 942-4093
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Colleen Neal MS, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058
Is your anxiety controlling the way you live your life? Do you want help gaining control of your thoughts? For over 10 years I have been a counselor in the mental health field treating a variety of issues, including but not limited to anxiety, depression and obsessive compulsive disorder in a wide age range from young children to adulthood.
Is your anxiety controlling the way you live your life? Do you want help gaining control of your thoughts? For over 10 years I have been a counselor in the mental health field treating a variety of issues, including but not limited to anxiety, depression and obsessive compulsive disorder in a wide age range from young children to adulthood.
(281) 645-5933 View (281) 645-5933
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Carol S. Kerr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Dickinson, TX 77539  (Online Only)
My Specialties Include: Parenting Education (Behavior, Adoption, Foster Care), Child/Adolescent (Behavior, Life Changes, ADHD, School, Depression, Anxiety), Adults ( Depression, Anxiety, Divorce), Marital/Couple Counseling, Personal Growth, Aging, Work Conflicts, Drug & Alcohol, Codependency, Acute Crisis Counseling (Loss), Christian Counseling (on request).
I am a highly experienced Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I work with Children, Adolescents, and Adults. My Counseling Style is Solution-Oriented and Positive. Due to personal life histories there is no one-size-fits-all approach to counseling. Therefore, using a team approach we can sort out what choices may be a good fit for your unique personality and aspirations.
My Specialties Include: Parenting Education (Behavior, Adoption, Foster Care), Child/Adolescent (Behavior, Life Changes, ADHD, School, Depression, Anxiety), Adults ( Depression, Anxiety, Divorce), Marital/Couple Counseling, Personal Growth, Aging, Work Conflicts, Drug & Alcohol, Codependency, Acute Crisis Counseling (Loss), Christian Counseling (on request).
I am a highly experienced Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I work with Children, Adolescents, and Adults. My Counseling Style is Solution-Oriented and Positive. Due to personal life histories there is no one-size-fits-all approach to counseling. Therefore, using a team approach we can sort out what choices may be a good fit for your unique personality and aspirations.
(281) 336-9470 View (281) 336-9470
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I Choose Me
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
League City, TX 77573
Our most important approach is creating a safe, unbiased space for you! Our clinicians collectively have over 20 years of specialized training to support anxiety, addiction, depression, trauma, marital discord, parenting conflict and various life stressors.
You are choosing you and it’s not selfish, it’s necessary. Too often we dismiss what we need for everyone else. At I Choose Me, we are ready to support you in prioritizing your mental health wellbeing. You may not even be sure what it is you need. Guess what, that’s ok. We are here to help. Anxiety, depression, childhood problems disrupting adulthood, troubles in relationships, stress at work, on and on. We are ready to partner with you on your journey. Your problems are not too big for us!
Our most important approach is creating a safe, unbiased space for you! Our clinicians collectively have over 20 years of specialized training to support anxiety, addiction, depression, trauma, marital discord, parenting conflict and various life stressors.
You are choosing you and it’s not selfish, it’s necessary. Too often we dismiss what we need for everyone else. At I Choose Me, we are ready to support you in prioritizing your mental health wellbeing. You may not even be sure what it is you need. Guess what, that’s ok. We are here to help. Anxiety, depression, childhood problems disrupting adulthood, troubles in relationships, stress at work, on and on. We are ready to partner with you on your journey. Your problems are not too big for us!
(281) 915-2101 View (281) 915-2101
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Karla Gutierrez, LPC-A supervised by Robyn Reyna
LPC Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
League City, TX 77573
I have experience working with both child and adult clients dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, OCD and trauma.
Life can be challenging at any age. My goal as a counselor is to help ensure that clients feel they have a safe space to express themselves and feel comfortable to share their authentic self. My focus is to form a therapeutic alliance with each client so we can work together to strive towards their therapeutic goals. My therapeutic approach is mainly focused on Play Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Talk Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I have experience working with both child and adult clients dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, OCD and trauma.
Life can be challenging at any age. My goal as a counselor is to help ensure that clients feel they have a safe space to express themselves and feel comfortable to share their authentic self. My focus is to form a therapeutic alliance with each client so we can work together to strive towards their therapeutic goals. My therapeutic approach is mainly focused on Play Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Talk Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
(281) 247-6572 View (281) 247-6572
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.