Depression Therapists in Madison, VA
Wendy Swenson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison, VA 22727
Not accepting new clients
Welcome. We sometimes need to seek help, and that takes courage. Seeking help, guidance, education, and information can be helpful. At times we need to explore our beliefs and see the connection to our past and present. Being willing to look at ourselves is brave and can make all the difference in our lives. Many things come our way, and we can suffer, struggle, or feel lost. Sometimes we find emotions and symptoms we are unable to deal with, including anxiety, depression, grief of various types, and life transitions that may awaken us to our need to get some help. Listen to yourself and find what you need. There is hope and help.
Welcome. We sometimes need to seek help, and that takes courage. Seeking help, guidance, education, and information can be helpful. At times we need to explore our beliefs and see the connection to our past and present. Being willing to look at ourselves is brave and can make all the difference in our lives. Many things come our way, and we can suffer, struggle, or feel lost. Sometimes we find emotions and symptoms we are unable to deal with, including anxiety, depression, grief of various types, and life transitions that may awaken us to our need to get some help. Listen to yourself and find what you need. There is hope and help.
A guiding tenet in my practice is the belief that you are the expert on your own life. It's my job to help you discover your strengths and empower you to face and overcome whatever dilemmas, problems, or situations you are facing. I work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, trauma, substance abuse, relationship issues, and family and career transitions. As a master’s level social worker who entered the profession midlife, my depth and breadth of lived-life experiences enable me to support you from a place of empathy, compassion, and understanding.
A guiding tenet in my practice is the belief that you are the expert on your own life. It's my job to help you discover your strengths and empower you to face and overcome whatever dilemmas, problems, or situations you are facing. I work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, trauma, substance abuse, relationship issues, and family and career transitions. As a master’s level social worker who entered the profession midlife, my depth and breadth of lived-life experiences enable me to support you from a place of empathy, compassion, and understanding.
Monarch Journey Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, COSTP, RPT-S, CSAC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, VA 22727
Adolescents are often in need of support for the anxiety, depression or life changes that happen in this age group.
Monarch Journey Counseling LLC is located at 146 Byrd Street Orange, Va. Hours are by appointment. We look forward to meeting you!
Adolescents are often in need of support for the anxiety, depression or life changes that happen in this age group.
Monarch Journey Counseling LLC is located at 146 Byrd Street Orange, Va. Hours are by appointment. We look forward to meeting you!
Psychotherapy helps people achieve what they want in their lives by mobilizing their energy in a positive way and problem solving the things that stand in their way. Emotional issues from the past can be worked through to happier healthier functioning. Improved mood and functioning without anxiety can be achieved.
Psychotherapy helps people achieve what they want in their lives by mobilizing their energy in a positive way and problem solving the things that stand in their way. Emotional issues from the past can be worked through to happier healthier functioning. Improved mood and functioning without anxiety can be achieved.
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Nephetia Tryman Whittaker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Brightwood, VA 22715
My name is Nephetia and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience providing mental health care for individuals. I have experience assisting and supporting clients to overcome and cope with depression, anxiety, grief, issues specific to women, low self-esteem, and anger. My experience ranges from teens to adults and I have worked with the LGBTQIA+ population. I use an integrative therapeutic approach, including CBT, Person-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - I believe that clients are in charge of their counseling experience so that treatment is individualized.
My name is Nephetia and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience providing mental health care for individuals. I have experience assisting and supporting clients to overcome and cope with depression, anxiety, grief, issues specific to women, low self-esteem, and anger. My experience ranges from teens to adults and I have worked with the LGBTQIA+ population. I use an integrative therapeutic approach, including CBT, Person-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - I believe that clients are in charge of their counseling experience so that treatment is individualized.
I am Shannon Fowler. I have a PhD in clinical psychology. I try to approach therapy as a collaborative process with each person. I also try to create an environment that is safe and respectful. I have experience entreating many different types of mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, trauma, and eating disorders. I also have experience helping with behavior change around medical issues like diabetes, obesity, chronic pain, etc.
I am Shannon Fowler. I have a PhD in clinical psychology. I try to approach therapy as a collaborative process with each person. I also try to create an environment that is safe and respectful. I have experience entreating many different types of mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, trauma, and eating disorders. I also have experience helping with behavior change around medical issues like diabetes, obesity, chronic pain, etc.
Sue Wood
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPT, MS, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochelle, VA 22738
We all have a lot going on in our lives, and are struggling with getting by. Whether you have experienced a trauma, struggle with anxiety or depression, or just feel like the world is a little overwhelming, I am here to help. I work within a person centered approach and try to help clients make and achieve their personal mental wellbeing goals.
We all have a lot going on in our lives, and are struggling with getting by. Whether you have experienced a trauma, struggle with anxiety or depression, or just feel like the world is a little overwhelming, I am here to help. I work within a person centered approach and try to help clients make and achieve their personal mental wellbeing goals.
My name is Deb Sabatino and I am and Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia. I use a gentle wholistic approach which is trauma-informed when working with clients. My speciality is working with young adults ages 18-30 who are experiencing anxiety due to life transitions. I also specialize in relationship trauma and helping clients restore themselves back to health after they have experienced abuse of any kind. I have experience working with Military, Law Enforcement and their families.
My name is Deb Sabatino and I am and Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia. I use a gentle wholistic approach which is trauma-informed when working with clients. My speciality is working with young adults ages 18-30 who are experiencing anxiety due to life transitions. I also specialize in relationship trauma and helping clients restore themselves back to health after they have experienced abuse of any kind. I have experience working with Military, Law Enforcement and their families.
Hi, my name is Debbie Kirkwood, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor. Having been in the mental health field for over 20 years, I have worked with many people of every age group and from various backgrounds and cultures. My focuses are Anxiety, Job Stress, Life Coaching, Stress, and Relationship Issues. I use Coaching, Person-Centered, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Supportive. I believe in meeting the client where they are and not where I want them to be.
Hi, my name is Debbie Kirkwood, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor. Having been in the mental health field for over 20 years, I have worked with many people of every age group and from various backgrounds and cultures. My focuses are Anxiety, Job Stress, Life Coaching, Stress, and Relationship Issues. I use Coaching, Person-Centered, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Supportive. I believe in meeting the client where they are and not where I want them to be.
LeRoyal Parker is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Master in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Theoretical approaches I use to draw from a range of evidence-based approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). I believe that sometimes a smile can hide the pain that you would not want to share with anyone else. Anxiety issues, self-esteem issues, and even family issues can lead to difficulty forming lasting and healthy relationships, both personal and intimate.
LeRoyal Parker is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Master in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Theoretical approaches I use to draw from a range of evidence-based approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). I believe that sometimes a smile can hide the pain that you would not want to share with anyone else. Anxiety issues, self-esteem issues, and even family issues can lead to difficulty forming lasting and healthy relationships, both personal and intimate.
Haymarket Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, LSATP
Verified Verified
Stanardsville, VA 22973
Wister has extensive experience working with at risk youth, crisis, mental health and addiction counseling working as a TDT (Therapeutic Day Treatment) Clinician, Program Manager, and Clinician within the county’s mental health and substance abuse treatment system. Wister enjoys utilizing his training in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), MI (Motivational Interviewing) via Eclectic Counselling techniques to produce a structure towards daily wellness.
Wister has extensive experience working with at risk youth, crisis, mental health and addiction counseling working as a TDT (Therapeutic Day Treatment) Clinician, Program Manager, and Clinician within the county’s mental health and substance abuse treatment system. Wister enjoys utilizing his training in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), MI (Motivational Interviewing) via Eclectic Counselling techniques to produce a structure towards daily wellness.
Welcome! My name is Donna Adams and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia with over 31 years of experience. I work with all ages, races and genders. I work with people who find the need to have assistance with regulating their world so that they are able to focus and balance themselves on a daily basis. My areas of focus include ADHD, anger management, behavioral issues, family conflict, and relationship issues. I work with each person on their level, and I do not assume that a certain therapeutic concept will work for anyone.
Welcome! My name is Donna Adams and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia with over 31 years of experience. I work with all ages, races and genders. I work with people who find the need to have assistance with regulating their world so that they are able to focus and balance themselves on a daily basis. My areas of focus include ADHD, anger management, behavioral issues, family conflict, and relationship issues. I work with each person on their level, and I do not assume that a certain therapeutic concept will work for anyone.
As both a therapist and a dog trainer, it would be my honor to guide you in your journey towards healing and self-discovery. I work with clients who feel lost and are unsure of who they really are. Many of dog lovers. Our journey together includes a focus on self-discovery and inner healing, incorporating the positive influence and unconditional love of the bond between humans and dogs. We'll explore your unique strengths, values, and aspirations, fostering a sense of self-love and authenticity with the support of this special connection.
As both a therapist and a dog trainer, it would be my honor to guide you in your journey towards healing and self-discovery. I work with clients who feel lost and are unsure of who they really are. Many of dog lovers. Our journey together includes a focus on self-discovery and inner healing, incorporating the positive influence and unconditional love of the bond between humans and dogs. We'll explore your unique strengths, values, and aspirations, fostering a sense of self-love and authenticity with the support of this special connection.
The way I see my role in counseling is walking alongside you, supporting you in meeting your goals and making the changes you want in your life. I can help you process through current and past situations and relationships, and can offer an outside, unbiased, and non-judgmental perspective on things. In addition, I can suggest new ways of thinking and behaving that may help you be better able to cope with negative emotions. You will set goals for what you would like me to help you with. During our sessions, I will follow your lead with what you would like to focus on and will also offer you new strategies.
The way I see my role in counseling is walking alongside you, supporting you in meeting your goals and making the changes you want in your life. I can help you process through current and past situations and relationships, and can offer an outside, unbiased, and non-judgmental perspective on things. In addition, I can suggest new ways of thinking and behaving that may help you be better able to cope with negative emotions. You will set goals for what you would like me to help you with. During our sessions, I will follow your lead with what you would like to focus on and will also offer you new strategies.
Carol Nelson, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stanardsville, VA 22973
I feel the client is the expert on themselves, thus, I believe in a client centered approach. My passion is guiding those with trauma to heal whether the trauma is a simple trauma or complex. I utilize various modalities depending on the individual and the circumstances. I have treated severe trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, dual diagnosed patients, families, couples, and other client centered issues.
I feel the client is the expert on themselves, thus, I believe in a client centered approach. My passion is guiding those with trauma to heal whether the trauma is a simple trauma or complex. I utilize various modalities depending on the individual and the circumstances. I have treated severe trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, dual diagnosed patients, families, couples, and other client centered issues.
Online Therapists
Victoria Yeboah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
McLean, VA 22101 (Online Only)
I support adults and teens navigating exploring or accepting a self-identity, sadness, worry, chronic illness, concentration or procrastination, adjustment to changes in family structure, career or school elated stressors, life transitions, family-of-origin relationship, caretaker stress, codependency and more. Together we will identify some of your strengths and leverage them toward change. We'll process past or ongoing experiences that cause or maintain anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, ASD and more. We'll collaboratively identify appropriate strategies to alleviate or eliminate these difficulties and symptoms.
I support adults and teens navigating exploring or accepting a self-identity, sadness, worry, chronic illness, concentration or procrastination, adjustment to changes in family structure, career or school elated stressors, life transitions, family-of-origin relationship, caretaker stress, codependency and more. Together we will identify some of your strengths and leverage them toward change. We'll process past or ongoing experiences that cause or maintain anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, ASD and more. We'll collaboratively identify appropriate strategies to alleviate or eliminate these difficulties and symptoms.
Center for Counseling and Growth (teletherapy)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Winchester, VA 22601 (Online Only)
We specialize in assisting adult clients, ages 18 years and older, who are struggling with a variety of mental health or life issues, including depression, anxiety, grief/loss, workplace/school issues, mood disorders, marital conflict, and chronic health problems (e.
We enjoy working with clients who are motivated to grow, change, and seek overall emotional health and wellness through the counseling process. We will create a safe and supportive environment (online) so that our clients are able to set and meet their goals without feeling judged or criticized. Our clients "drive" the counseling process, while we gently support them on their road to recovery and personal growth.
We specialize in assisting adult clients, ages 18 years and older, who are struggling with a variety of mental health or life issues, including depression, anxiety, grief/loss, workplace/school issues, mood disorders, marital conflict, and chronic health problems (e.
We enjoy working with clients who are motivated to grow, change, and seek overall emotional health and wellness through the counseling process. We will create a safe and supportive environment (online) so that our clients are able to set and meet their goals without feeling judged or criticized. Our clients "drive" the counseling process, while we gently support them on their road to recovery and personal growth.
Kristie Sprouse is a Licensed Professional Resident in Counseling with over 10 years of experience working in mental health care. Kristie specializes in depression, anxiety, stress, eating disorders, relationships, neurodiversity, childhood trauma, domestic violence, LGBTQ+ issues, and women’s issues, as well as treating those with disabilities, spiritual communities, immigrants and refugees, and minorities. Kristie provides a safe and supportive space for clients to work toward their goals. She has a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Regent University.
Kristie Sprouse is a Licensed Professional Resident in Counseling with over 10 years of experience working in mental health care. Kristie specializes in depression, anxiety, stress, eating disorders, relationships, neurodiversity, childhood trauma, domestic violence, LGBTQ+ issues, and women’s issues, as well as treating those with disabilities, spiritual communities, immigrants and refugees, and minorities. Kristie provides a safe and supportive space for clients to work toward their goals. She has a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Regent University.
Suzanne Vogel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23059
I believe we all possess unique strengths that can help us overcome obstacles and reach newfound potentials. Often, our strengths end up buried or bruised by the complexities of life, and we could use some help. "Why do I keep feeling this way?" "What am I feeling?" "Who am I?" "Is this normal?" "Why does this keep happening?" These are some common questions that bring people to seek therapy. I see these questions as beacons of light. Together, in therapy, we can take this light and learn to better navigate through dark and twisted hallways of anxiety, trauma, shame, depression, etc... out into fresh air in which to THRIVE.
I believe we all possess unique strengths that can help us overcome obstacles and reach newfound potentials. Often, our strengths end up buried or bruised by the complexities of life, and we could use some help. "Why do I keep feeling this way?" "What am I feeling?" "Who am I?" "Is this normal?" "Why does this keep happening?" These are some common questions that bring people to seek therapy. I see these questions as beacons of light. Together, in therapy, we can take this light and learn to better navigate through dark and twisted hallways of anxiety, trauma, shame, depression, etc... out into fresh air in which to THRIVE.
Julianne Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Burke, VA 22015 (Online Only)
I am here to provide you support through life transitions, depression, anxiety and adjusting to various difficulties that life throws at you. I am here to walk along side you and help you identify coping skills to manage these difficulties. I am here to help you create goals and work towards the goals that you have for yourself.
I am here to provide you support through life transitions, depression, anxiety and adjusting to various difficulties that life throws at you. I am here to walk along side you and help you identify coping skills to manage these difficulties. I am here to help you create goals and work towards the goals that you have for yourself.
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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.