Depression Psychologists and Therapists in Rose Park, SA

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Vera Deciccia Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, ACA-L3
Rose Park, SA 5067
'We don't get wounded alone and we don't heal alone' (Carl Jung). Psychological wounds regardless of how old there are can be very difficult to heal. They can manifest themselves as chronic pain, fatigue, anxiety and various mental health issues. They can make you feel stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed, or lost. If you are reading this, you are most likely looking for answers and you would like to make some changes. This is an important step in your journey and I would like to support you through it.
'We don't get wounded alone and we don't heal alone' (Carl Jung). Psychological wounds regardless of how old there are can be very difficult to heal. They can manifest themselves as chronic pain, fatigue, anxiety and various mental health issues. They can make you feel stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed, or lost. If you are reading this, you are most likely looking for answers and you would like to make some changes. This is an important step in your journey and I would like to support you through it.
(08) 7008 9789 View (08) 7008 9789
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Kensington Psychology & Well-Being
Psychologist, MA, MAPS
Serves Area
Kensington Psychology and Well-Being is a warm, professional private psychology practice dedicated to offering you quality mental health services. We prioritise holistic, compassionate treatment, and work with each client to tailor care to their own unique goals and needs. Our practitioners are highly experienced and offer evidence-based care in a range of therapeutic approaches and modalities. Depending on your practitioner, a gap of between $144.75 - $166.05 will apply if you have a GP referral and a Mental Health Care Plan.
Kensington Psychology and Well-Being is a warm, professional private psychology practice dedicated to offering you quality mental health services. We prioritise holistic, compassionate treatment, and work with each client to tailor care to their own unique goals and needs. Our practitioners are highly experienced and offer evidence-based care in a range of therapeutic approaches and modalities. Depending on your practitioner, a gap of between $144.75 - $166.05 will apply if you have a GP referral and a Mental Health Care Plan.
(08) 7008 7088 View (08) 7008 7088
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Caitlin Waldie
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Online Only
Her work is neurodiversity-affirming and grounded in evidence-based approaches, with particular experience supporting neurodivergent clients, psychosexual concerns, menstrual and reproductive mental health, chronic illness, stress, burnout, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and low self-esteem, and mood and anxiety disorders, including depression, generalised anxiety, panic disorder, health anxiety, social anxiety, and OCD.
Sessions with Caitlin are collaborative, calm, and tailored to your needs, values, and lived experience. Caitlin aims to create a space where you feel safe, respected, and genuinely understood, and where change can happen at a pace that feels sustainable.
Her work is neurodiversity-affirming and grounded in evidence-based approaches, with particular experience supporting neurodivergent clients, psychosexual concerns, menstrual and reproductive mental health, chronic illness, stress, burnout, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and low self-esteem, and mood and anxiety disorders, including depression, generalised anxiety, panic disorder, health anxiety, social anxiety, and OCD.
Sessions with Caitlin are collaborative, calm, and tailored to your needs, values, and lived experience. Caitlin aims to create a space where you feel safe, respected, and genuinely understood, and where change can happen at a pace that feels sustainable.
(08) 7008 9989 View (08) 7008 9989
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Dr Carol Snellgrove
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Rose Park, SA 5067
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming—whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, chronic pain, work stress, burnout, or a major life change.
Whether you are adjusting to ongoing health challenges, healing from trauma, managing loss and grief, experiencing depression or anxiety, having relationship difficulties, or seeking support during a difficult period of life, I will work alongside you to help you move forward with greater confidence, wellbeing, resilience and hope.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming—whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, chronic pain, work stress, burnout, or a major life change.
Whether you are adjusting to ongoing health challenges, healing from trauma, managing loss and grief, experiencing depression or anxiety, having relationship difficulties, or seeking support during a difficult period of life, I will work alongside you to help you move forward with greater confidence, wellbeing, resilience and hope.
(08) 7008 7721 View (08) 7008 7721
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White Lily Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Rose Park, SA 5067
I work with women navigating grief, anxiety, depression, relationship changes and major life transitions.
I offer a safe place to unpack any painful or traumatic experiences, giving your heart and mind relief from the weight of unspoken realities. Many clients have told me I’m the first counsellor they’ve felt truly honest with, and I hold that trust with deep respect. We will take steady steps toward a life that feels more aligned and meaningful for you.
I work with women navigating grief, anxiety, depression, relationship changes and major life transitions.
I offer a safe place to unpack any painful or traumatic experiences, giving your heart and mind relief from the weight of unspoken realities. Many clients have told me I’m the first counsellor they’ve felt truly honest with, and I hold that trust with deep respect. We will take steady steps toward a life that feels more aligned and meaningful for you.
(08) 7008 9344 View (08) 7008 9344
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Dr Tanya Marie Robinson
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Rose Park, SA 5067
With 27 years’ experience in mental health, psycho-legal forensic science, and psychotraumatology, I specialise in trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, overwhelm, relationship separation, abuse, violent crime, bullying, victimisation, litigation-related trauma, and complex PTSD.
I help individuals and families heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, and life challenges using trauma-informed therapies like EMDR, Schema Therapy, and Jungian psychoanalysis. Together, we create a safe, supportive space to process difficult experiences, build resilience, and promote lasting emotional wellbeing and personal growth.
With 27 years’ experience in mental health, psycho-legal forensic science, and psychotraumatology, I specialise in trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, overwhelm, relationship separation, abuse, violent crime, bullying, victimisation, litigation-related trauma, and complex PTSD.
I help individuals and families heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, and life challenges using trauma-informed therapies like EMDR, Schema Therapy, and Jungian psychoanalysis. Together, we create a safe, supportive space to process difficult experiences, build resilience, and promote lasting emotional wellbeing and personal growth.
(08) 7081 9304 View (08) 7081 9304
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Middlepath Allied Health
Social Worker, AMHSW
Rose Park, SA 5067
As a Mental Health Social Worker/psychotherapist, I believe healing is a journey—one that requires authenticity, patience, and connection to both ourselves and the world around us. Creating a genuine, compassionate space for clients is conducive to reaching individual therapy goals. Therapy isn’t just about skills; it’s about human connection and continual learning. Healing invites us to slow down, stay present, and trust the path—even when it’s winding or uncertain. If you’re seeking support or collaboration with someone who values honesty, growth, and deep connection, I may just be the right fit for you.
As a Mental Health Social Worker/psychotherapist, I believe healing is a journey—one that requires authenticity, patience, and connection to both ourselves and the world around us. Creating a genuine, compassionate space for clients is conducive to reaching individual therapy goals. Therapy isn’t just about skills; it’s about human connection and continual learning. Healing invites us to slow down, stay present, and trust the path—even when it’s winding or uncertain. If you’re seeking support or collaboration with someone who values honesty, growth, and deep connection, I may just be the right fit for you.
(08) 7008 7156 View (08) 7008 7156
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Marina Bills
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Marina has experience working with anxiety disorders, depression, relationship and interpersonal problems, adjustment issues, low self-esteem, grief and loss issues, sleep problems, eating disorders, issues relating to trauma, self harm and substance use and uses a variety of evidence-based approaches to assist her in tailoring treatments.
Marina is a warm and compassionate Psychologist who has worked in public and community health settings as well as in the private sector for the past 10 years. Marina has wide experience working with adolescents and adults and is passionate about helping people with mood, worry and distress problems, stemming from the past or more recent experiences. Marina focuses on building a therapeutic relationship based on empathy, curiosity, openness, kindness and respect to help understand her client’s needs and work towards their goals. Marina believes in recognising individual’s strengths to help overcome challenges and bring about change
Marina has experience working with anxiety disorders, depression, relationship and interpersonal problems, adjustment issues, low self-esteem, grief and loss issues, sleep problems, eating disorders, issues relating to trauma, self harm and substance use and uses a variety of evidence-based approaches to assist her in tailoring treatments.
Marina is a warm and compassionate Psychologist who has worked in public and community health settings as well as in the private sector for the past 10 years. Marina has wide experience working with adolescents and adults and is passionate about helping people with mood, worry and distress problems, stemming from the past or more recent experiences. Marina focuses on building a therapeutic relationship based on empathy, curiosity, openness, kindness and respect to help understand her client’s needs and work towards their goals. Marina believes in recognising individual’s strengths to help overcome challenges and bring about change
(08) 7008 7209 View (08) 7008 7209
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Psychological Therapy Services
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Dual qualified as a psychologist and accredited mental health social worker. I'm here to collaboratively support you through developmental, identity, behavioural, mental health, trauma and life challenges. My passion for understanding and improving mental health is demonstrated in the way I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals facing a wide range of intersectionality and psychological challenges. My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing from cognitive-behavioural, psychodynamic, attachment and strengths-based perspectives to personalise treatment plans which meet your unique needs and strengths.
Dual qualified as a psychologist and accredited mental health social worker. I'm here to collaboratively support you through developmental, identity, behavioural, mental health, trauma and life challenges. My passion for understanding and improving mental health is demonstrated in the way I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals facing a wide range of intersectionality and psychological challenges. My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing from cognitive-behavioural, psychodynamic, attachment and strengths-based perspectives to personalise treatment plans which meet your unique needs and strengths.
(08) 7008 7715 View (08) 7008 7715
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Dr Terry Evans
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I can help you to work on the challenges of being transgender, feeling more positive about your identity and sexuality, coping better with anxiety & depression.
My approach to therapy is client centered and outcome informed. Outcomes are measured at the beginning of each session using a brief questionnaire about how you have been coping in the previous week. Therapy will focus on those things that have challenged your coping skills. At the end of each session, I use another brief measure to rate how the session was for you. Did you feel heard, respected, and understood; did we talk about what you wanted to talk about, and was my approach a good fit for you? This feedback is important for me to tailor sessions to your needs.
I can help you to work on the challenges of being transgender, feeling more positive about your identity and sexuality, coping better with anxiety & depression.
My approach to therapy is client centered and outcome informed. Outcomes are measured at the beginning of each session using a brief questionnaire about how you have been coping in the previous week. Therapy will focus on those things that have challenged your coping skills. At the end of each session, I use another brief measure to rate how the session was for you. Did you feel heard, respected, and understood; did we talk about what you wanted to talk about, and was my approach a good fit for you? This feedback is important for me to tailor sessions to your needs.
(08) 7008 9752 View (08) 7008 9752
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Alexandra Jolly
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I use evidence-based approaches such as CBT, trauma-informed therapy, and hypnotherapy to support stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and sleep difficulties.
Many of the people I see come to me feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or weighed down by stress, anxiety, or low mood. Some are navigating personal or family challenges, while others are experiencing difficulties at work or struggling to find balance in their busy lives. I also support individuals dealing with trauma, sleep disturbances, or the emotional toll of ongoing health concerns. What unites them is a desire to feel lighter, more in control, and to reclaim a sense of calm, purpose, and wellbeing in their everyday lives.
I use evidence-based approaches such as CBT, trauma-informed therapy, and hypnotherapy to support stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and sleep difficulties.
Many of the people I see come to me feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or weighed down by stress, anxiety, or low mood. Some are navigating personal or family challenges, while others are experiencing difficulties at work or struggling to find balance in their busy lives. I also support individuals dealing with trauma, sleep disturbances, or the emotional toll of ongoing health concerns. What unites them is a desire to feel lighter, more in control, and to reclaim a sense of calm, purpose, and wellbeing in their everyday lives.
(08) 7008 9585 View (08) 7008 9585

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Reset Therapies
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Reset Therapies' principle therapist (Andrew Dib) is dedicated to being with you on your journey of healing, self-discovery and integration. We are committed to assisting your development of greater awareness and helping you access your resource needs and strategies, those internal and beyond. Therapy sessions are tailored to your needs and goals, empowering you to heal, thrive and develop greater capacity. By creating a safe and supportive space, we seek to empower those on their therapeutic journey to explore themselves and their world more fully and to live more satisfying and meaningful lives.
Reset Therapies' principle therapist (Andrew Dib) is dedicated to being with you on your journey of healing, self-discovery and integration. We are committed to assisting your development of greater awareness and helping you access your resource needs and strategies, those internal and beyond. Therapy sessions are tailored to your needs and goals, empowering you to heal, thrive and develop greater capacity. By creating a safe and supportive space, we seek to empower those on their therapeutic journey to explore themselves and their world more fully and to live more satisfying and meaningful lives.
(07) 2000 5330 View (07) 2000 5330
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Evergreen Psychology Services
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Seacliff, SA 5049
I have a special interest in supporting clients to create a more meaningful and fulfilling life, while working through barriers such as anxiety, depression, stress and overwhelm.
I am passionate about improving mental health outcomes for adolescents and adults, and support them by helping to develop effective strategies and approaches to life stressors, such as work or study, relationships, and health. As a father of three young children, including twins, I understand the unique challenges and needs of multiple birth families.
I have a special interest in supporting clients to create a more meaningful and fulfilling life, while working through barriers such as anxiety, depression, stress and overwhelm.
I am passionate about improving mental health outcomes for adolescents and adults, and support them by helping to develop effective strategies and approaches to life stressors, such as work or study, relationships, and health. As a father of three young children, including twins, I understand the unique challenges and needs of multiple birth families.
(08) 7008 9850 View (08) 7008 9850
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Down South Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Hallett Cove, SA 5158
These include difficult life events and transitions, anxiety, stress, depression, panic, trauma, and workplace and interpersonal struggles
Considering the relationship between her and her client to be of utmost importance, she utilises a number of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Inter Personal Therapy (IPT).
These include difficult life events and transitions, anxiety, stress, depression, panic, trauma, and workplace and interpersonal struggles
Considering the relationship between her and her client to be of utmost importance, she utilises a number of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Inter Personal Therapy (IPT).
(08) 7100 9076 View (08) 7100 9076
Photo of Greg Doney - Goodsky Mental Health Retreat - Holistic, Natural
Goodsky supports adults and teenagers experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, chronic stress, and nervous system dysregulation — often after traditional treatments haven't delivered lasting change.
Goodsky begins every program with comprehensive testing and clinical assessment to uncover root causes — not just symptoms. Treatment combines evidence-based therapies, nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and body-based approaches, all delivered one-on-one. Goodsky offers private retreats on the Sunshine Coast and flexible outpatient care remotely.
Goodsky supports adults and teenagers experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, chronic stress, and nervous system dysregulation — often after traditional treatments haven't delivered lasting change.
Goodsky begins every program with comprehensive testing and clinical assessment to uncover root causes — not just symptoms. Treatment combines evidence-based therapies, nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and body-based approaches, all delivered one-on-one. Goodsky offers private retreats on the Sunshine Coast and flexible outpatient care remotely.
(07) 4243 4810 View (07) 4243 4810
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Reed Clark
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
My areas include anxiety, panic and phobia; PTSD, depression; stress; fatherhood concerns; intimacy, sexual functioning and relationship challenges; anger management; self-worth and self-esteem; and substance use that is not the primary presenting problem.
In-Person (Mount Gravatt QLD) or online Australia Wide. I am dedicated to improving men's mental health through empowering you to better understand your thoughts, feelings and behaviors in a way that enables you to live a higher life. Through engaging in therapy, you can feel heard, understood and helped, with a focus on developing practical tools to help you manage the challenges of life. I have 15 plus years of experience supporting men in Defence, hospitals, the veteran's community and in private practice, and believe that gaining insight into your own experience can lead to new ways of living.
My areas include anxiety, panic and phobia; PTSD, depression; stress; fatherhood concerns; intimacy, sexual functioning and relationship challenges; anger management; self-worth and self-esteem; and substance use that is not the primary presenting problem.
In-Person (Mount Gravatt QLD) or online Australia Wide. I am dedicated to improving men's mental health through empowering you to better understand your thoughts, feelings and behaviors in a way that enables you to live a higher life. Through engaging in therapy, you can feel heard, understood and helped, with a focus on developing practical tools to help you manage the challenges of life. I have 15 plus years of experience supporting men in Defence, hospitals, the veteran's community and in private practice, and believe that gaining insight into your own experience can lead to new ways of living.
(07) 2801 6335 View (07) 2801 6335
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David Lococo
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
You may be feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or angry.
Through a careful assessment of your current problems, I will help you to identify and overcome the obstacles that are keeping you stuck, while helping you live a more rewarding and engaging life. In many cases, I help people to feel like their former selves. I achieve this through using sound psychological approaches that have proven to work.
You may be feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or angry.
Through a careful assessment of your current problems, I will help you to identify and overcome the obstacles that are keeping you stuck, while helping you live a more rewarding and engaging life. In many cases, I help people to feel like their former selves. I achieve this through using sound psychological approaches that have proven to work.
(03) 9068 6213 View (03) 9068 6213
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Humera Rafiq
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Warradale, SA 5046
Right Path Psychology has caring and skilled Psychologists who excel in a range of general and clinical psychological services, including Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Counselling, Stress Management, EAP and Trauma counselling, Onsite organisation support, Redundancies, Trauma Debriefing, Emotional Resilience, and other issues.
An international career spanning over 25 years as a highly skilled and motivated Senior Consultant Psychologist. Humera's experience encompasses collaboration with grassroots organisations across Australia, Pakistan, Zimbabwe, and the Asia–Pacific region. Humera specialises in WorkCover, NDIS, Stress management, and Relationship Counselling, etc
Right Path Psychology has caring and skilled Psychologists who excel in a range of general and clinical psychological services, including Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Counselling, Stress Management, EAP and Trauma counselling, Onsite organisation support, Redundancies, Trauma Debriefing, Emotional Resilience, and other issues.
An international career spanning over 25 years as a highly skilled and motivated Senior Consultant Psychologist. Humera's experience encompasses collaboration with grassroots organisations across Australia, Pakistan, Zimbabwe, and the Asia–Pacific region. Humera specialises in WorkCover, NDIS, Stress management, and Relationship Counselling, etc
(08) 8646 5609 View (08) 8646 5609
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Liselotte Roosen
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
Liselotte (or Lisa) is a Clinical Psychologist registered in Australia. In addition to her master's degree in clinical and health psychology, she has completed a PhD in environmental psychology. Since obtaining her Master’s degree in 2005, Liselotte has gained a lot of experience as a psychologist and has worked with many different client populations and in various settings. She has worked with clients from 4 to 104 years old, but works mainly with adults now. Liselotte has international work experience, having worked as a psychologist in the Netherlands, Belgium, Australia and Norway.
Liselotte (or Lisa) is a Clinical Psychologist registered in Australia. In addition to her master's degree in clinical and health psychology, she has completed a PhD in environmental psychology. Since obtaining her Master’s degree in 2005, Liselotte has gained a lot of experience as a psychologist and has worked with many different client populations and in various settings. She has worked with clients from 4 to 104 years old, but works mainly with adults now. Liselotte has international work experience, having worked as a psychologist in the Netherlands, Belgium, Australia and Norway.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
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Dr Mike van Dijkhuizen
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Online Only
I work with depression, anxiety disorders, addictions, anger, trauma, relationships, male psychosexual difficulties and sexuality.
My main approach today is acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT): a mindfulness approach for letting go of unhelpful thoughts, being present with difficult emotions and connecting to your values; the things that really matter to you. I combine CBT, schema therapy, DBT and ACT with supportive counselling, where relevant, to the issues you wish to work on.
I work with depression, anxiety disorders, addictions, anger, trauma, relationships, male psychosexual difficulties and sexuality.
My main approach today is acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT): a mindfulness approach for letting go of unhelpful thoughts, being present with difficult emotions and connecting to your values; the things that really matter to you. I combine CBT, schema therapy, DBT and ACT with supportive counselling, where relevant, to the issues you wish to work on.
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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 recognise 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 behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural 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.