Depression Therapists in 03801
Audrey LaBarre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
I have experience in helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, communication/relational issues, grief, substance abuse, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, as well as other areas.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life right now? Could you use better coping skills to manage life transitions, whether it is relationship issues, parenting stress, body image/confidence problems, financial stress, or work changes? I would like to help you develop coping skills that can help you better manage stress, anxiety or depressive symptoms. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, my goal is to help individuals, couples and families learn strategies for managing life stressors in order to increase their quality of life. Therapy is a collaborative effort that takes reflection, awareness, creativity and strength.
I have experience in helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, communication/relational issues, grief, substance abuse, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, as well as other areas.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life right now? Could you use better coping skills to manage life transitions, whether it is relationship issues, parenting stress, body image/confidence problems, financial stress, or work changes? I would like to help you develop coping skills that can help you better manage stress, anxiety or depressive symptoms. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, my goal is to help individuals, couples and families learn strategies for managing life stressors in order to increase their quality of life. Therapy is a collaborative effort that takes reflection, awareness, creativity and strength.
Brad Lebo
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801
The people who like to work with me are facing challenges in their work or personal lives including, self-inflicted stress, relationship or peer conflict, and accepting a loss (or multiple losses). They appreciate a cognitive or thinking approach to their challenges and appreciate learning skills that they can use to reduce their distress. They may have sought treatment elsewhere for anxiety or depression, and it's not unusual that the challenges they face are either going home with them or making their way into their work.
The people who like to work with me are facing challenges in their work or personal lives including, self-inflicted stress, relationship or peer conflict, and accepting a loss (or multiple losses). They appreciate a cognitive or thinking approach to their challenges and appreciate learning skills that they can use to reduce their distress. They may have sought treatment elsewhere for anxiety or depression, and it's not unusual that the challenges they face are either going home with them or making their way into their work.
Christopher W Griffith
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Some of the most common issues I treat are: depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, Autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, personality disorders, and major life changes/transitions.
I view psychotherapy as a collaboration aimed at fostering greater self understanding while working toward personal change and symptom reduction. I strive to help my patients reach
greater fulfillment in their lives by fostering understanding of the interpersonal patterns and unresolved
personal, life and/or relationship issues that contribute to the challenges they face.
Some of the most common issues I treat are: depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, Autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, personality disorders, and major life changes/transitions.
I view psychotherapy as a collaboration aimed at fostering greater self understanding while working toward personal change and symptom reduction. I strive to help my patients reach
greater fulfillment in their lives by fostering understanding of the interpersonal patterns and unresolved
personal, life and/or relationship issues that contribute to the challenges they face.
Diane Koehler
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Online Only)
Sometimes in life we question where we are going or cannot seem to find a path to get to where we want to be ~ to be happy with ourselves and at peace. The world today may be creating more stressors in our life than what we are use to causing a feeling of imbalance, depression or anxiety. My goal is to create a safe, respectful and caring atmosphere where one may explore and begin to understand one's thoughts, behaviors and feelings. Together with my clients, we explore their dreams, challenges and fears. Along this journey there can be self-discovery, problem solving and self love.
Sometimes in life we question where we are going or cannot seem to find a path to get to where we want to be ~ to be happy with ourselves and at peace. The world today may be creating more stressors in our life than what we are use to causing a feeling of imbalance, depression or anxiety. My goal is to create a safe, respectful and caring atmosphere where one may explore and begin to understand one's thoughts, behaviors and feelings. Together with my clients, we explore their dreams, challenges and fears. Along this journey there can be self-discovery, problem solving and self love.
Ramsay Dean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Online Only)
Are you grappling with depression, anxiety, or navigating challenges in areas like finances, relationships, employment, grief, or aspects related to your sexuality or gender identity? If so, I offer a therapeutic approach that equips you with practical and effective skills for your daily life. These tools are crafted to enhance your well-being and empower you to achieve your personal goals. I can guide you in understanding and addressing negative thought patterns and behaviors, leading you towards transforming them for a more joyful and fulfilling life.
Are you grappling with depression, anxiety, or navigating challenges in areas like finances, relationships, employment, grief, or aspects related to your sexuality or gender identity? If so, I offer a therapeutic approach that equips you with practical and effective skills for your daily life. These tools are crafted to enhance your well-being and empower you to achieve your personal goals. I can guide you in understanding and addressing negative thought patterns and behaviors, leading you towards transforming them for a more joyful and fulfilling life.
Lisa Lawry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Lisa has many years of experience working with people struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorders, and Phobias.
Lisa Lawry is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in New Hampshire who has been practicing since 2004. She graduated from The University of Southern Maine with a BA in Comparative Religion Studies and from the University of New England with a Masters in Social Work (MSW) and a graduate certificate in Addiction Studies. She has provided therapy in many settings including Community Mental Health, Crisis Services, Inpatient Mental Health, and outpatient practice. Lisa believes therapy should be a safe and supportive process inspiring and challenging you to be your true self.
Lisa has many years of experience working with people struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorders, and Phobias.
Lisa Lawry is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in New Hampshire who has been practicing since 2004. She graduated from The University of Southern Maine with a BA in Comparative Religion Studies and from the University of New England with a Masters in Social Work (MSW) and a graduate certificate in Addiction Studies. She has provided therapy in many settings including Community Mental Health, Crisis Services, Inpatient Mental Health, and outpatient practice. Lisa believes therapy should be a safe and supportive process inspiring and challenging you to be your true self.
Valerie Enders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
I work with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, and major life transitions, drawing on 3 decades of psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, and couples work to support people in becoming the best possible version of themselves. I'm mindful of your formative history but stay in the present, using our different kind of conversation to explore feelings and behavior patterns that have impacted your current experience.
I work with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, and major life transitions, drawing on 3 decades of psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, and couples work to support people in becoming the best possible version of themselves. I'm mindful of your formative history but stay in the present, using our different kind of conversation to explore feelings and behavior patterns that have impacted your current experience.
Serenity Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, challenging relationships that affect your day-to-day life, ability to function at home or work? Do you feel exhausted/ overwhelmed by what it means to live up to someone else’s standards, getting through the day, completing household tasks, or responding to text messages? Do you question if relationships or ability to function day to day could feel easier? Now more than ever people are feeling overwhelmed about overcoming difficult relationships, working through a loss, or finding their place in life.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, challenging relationships that affect your day-to-day life, ability to function at home or work? Do you feel exhausted/ overwhelmed by what it means to live up to someone else’s standards, getting through the day, completing household tasks, or responding to text messages? Do you question if relationships or ability to function day to day could feel easier? Now more than ever people are feeling overwhelmed about overcoming difficult relationships, working through a loss, or finding their place in life.
Sandra Yarne
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
I work best with individuals who prefer a therapist to be interactive and collaborative. I strive to support you emotionally and challenge you to experiment with new ways of thinking and behaving which increase happiness and life satisfaction. The nature of your presenting problem can vary from a recent disruption in a significant relationship to life-long difficulties with anxiety, depression, mood swings or childhood trauma. All these problems can be helped with self understanding and acceptance along with specific behavioral interventions to ease your pain and suffering.
I work best with individuals who prefer a therapist to be interactive and collaborative. I strive to support you emotionally and challenge you to experiment with new ways of thinking and behaving which increase happiness and life satisfaction. The nature of your presenting problem can vary from a recent disruption in a significant relationship to life-long difficulties with anxiety, depression, mood swings or childhood trauma. All these problems can be helped with self understanding and acceptance along with specific behavioral interventions to ease your pain and suffering.
Tradeport Counseling and Mediation Associates
Counselor, LCMHC, LICSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
We specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma and the LGBTQ+ community.
Currently accepting new clients. The professionals at TCMA are committed to supporting individuals and families through difficult and challenging life moments. Our treatment philosophy is that people should receive only the services most appropriate to their specific needs, personal orientation and presenting problems. We employ only those counseling approaches that adhere to the highest standards of our profession and believe the counseling process is successful only when the work is done between both the counselor and the client.
We specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma and the LGBTQ+ community.
Currently accepting new clients. The professionals at TCMA are committed to supporting individuals and families through difficult and challenging life moments. Our treatment philosophy is that people should receive only the services most appropriate to their specific needs, personal orientation and presenting problems. We employ only those counseling approaches that adhere to the highest standards of our profession and believe the counseling process is successful only when the work is done between both the counselor and the client.
Alan Nemetz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
I treat individual adults struggling with acute and chronic stress, grief, relationship problems, adjustment to life stressors, anxiety, depression, ADHD and trauma.
It is a privilege to introduce myself to you. I am a Licensed Psychologist located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire with more than 30 years of clinical experience in private practice, outpatient clinic, and inpatient settings. My clinical interests include mind-body medicine, health psychology, and optimal performance. I would describe myself as compassionate and thoughtful, with a good sense of humor.
I treat individual adults struggling with acute and chronic stress, grief, relationship problems, adjustment to life stressors, anxiety, depression, ADHD and trauma.
It is a privilege to introduce myself to you. I am a Licensed Psychologist located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire with more than 30 years of clinical experience in private practice, outpatient clinic, and inpatient settings. My clinical interests include mind-body medicine, health psychology, and optimal performance. I would describe myself as compassionate and thoughtful, with a good sense of humor.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Sometimes feelings of anxiety or depression, problems with relationships, challenges at work, or other social difficulties are hard to understand and resolve without help.
I believe that when people feel understood, they have the best opportunity to successfully address life's challenges. Finding a therapist with whom you can talk honestly--one who can help you find the words to explain your feelings--can be life-changing. Creating a trusted relationship with a therapist can be the first step in developing the tools to live a life that feels richer and more authentic.
Sometimes feelings of anxiety or depression, problems with relationships, challenges at work, or other social difficulties are hard to understand and resolve without help.
I believe that when people feel understood, they have the best opportunity to successfully address life's challenges. Finding a therapist with whom you can talk honestly--one who can help you find the words to explain your feelings--can be life-changing. Creating a trusted relationship with a therapist can be the first step in developing the tools to live a life that feels richer and more authentic.
Anita Remig
Psychologist, EdD
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD, relationship problems may all be symptoms of executive dysfunction; they can be seen as emotional and neurocognitive issues.
Psychotherapy supports personal growth and emotional strength; it helps people solve problems and it builds motivation to get life-work done. I meet each person at their unique place on life's journey to discover how they want to grow. I support and promote growth. My specialty is psychotherapy with all adults. I work with people who have depression, bipolar, anxiety, insomnia, ADHD, PTSD, Eating Disorders. I have skills helping those with emotional problems, family conflict and relationship stress. A trusting relationship with a psychologist can help you know yourself better, set goals and create change. No Advantage Plans.
Depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD, relationship problems may all be symptoms of executive dysfunction; they can be seen as emotional and neurocognitive issues.
Psychotherapy supports personal growth and emotional strength; it helps people solve problems and it builds motivation to get life-work done. I meet each person at their unique place on life's journey to discover how they want to grow. I support and promote growth. My specialty is psychotherapy with all adults. I work with people who have depression, bipolar, anxiety, insomnia, ADHD, PTSD, Eating Disorders. I have skills helping those with emotional problems, family conflict and relationship stress. A trusting relationship with a psychologist can help you know yourself better, set goals and create change. No Advantage Plans.
Gi (Jeanette) Indoccio
Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Waitlist for new clients
Providing individual and group therapy for adults, she specializes in treating Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Depression, and Grief utilizing MBSR Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, MBCT Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, relaxation techniques, Nonviolent Communication and Hypnotherapy/Guided Imagery.
Gi Indoccio is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New Hampshire who has been practicing since 2002. She earned her Master’s Degree in Counseling and Applied Psychology from Antioch University and her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Marketing from Plymouth State University and a Board-Certified Life Coach with the NBCC. Utilizing an integrative holistic approach, Gi’s mission is to create a safe, nurturing atmosphere and environment where clients can begin to heal from the inside out by cultivating and strengthening their self-esteem, and personal growth.
Providing individual and group therapy for adults, she specializes in treating Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Depression, and Grief utilizing MBSR Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, MBCT Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, relaxation techniques, Nonviolent Communication and Hypnotherapy/Guided Imagery.
Gi Indoccio is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New Hampshire who has been practicing since 2002. She earned her Master’s Degree in Counseling and Applied Psychology from Antioch University and her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Marketing from Plymouth State University and a Board-Certified Life Coach with the NBCC. Utilizing an integrative holistic approach, Gi’s mission is to create a safe, nurturing atmosphere and environment where clients can begin to heal from the inside out by cultivating and strengthening their self-esteem, and personal growth.
Donna McDermott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Donna McDermott is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in the seacoast area of New Hampshire. She graduated from The University of New Hampshire with a masters of social work. Donna is known for providing a safe, non-judgmental and compassionate space for individuals. Donna integrates her professional training with her life experience to help others heal and grow. Her main areas of of focus include depression, anxiety, attachment, divorce and trauma. Donna specializes in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.
Donna McDermott is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in the seacoast area of New Hampshire. She graduated from The University of New Hampshire with a masters of social work. Donna is known for providing a safe, non-judgmental and compassionate space for individuals. Donna integrates her professional training with her life experience to help others heal and grow. Her main areas of of focus include depression, anxiety, attachment, divorce and trauma. Donna specializes in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.
Hannah Joy McDuffee
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA-CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Online Only)
My focus is finding a balance with one’s mind, body and spirit to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, attention deficit, mood dysregulation and physical manifestations associated with different diagnoses.
Do you feel there are areas of your life you can personally work on improving for your own mental wellbeing or looking for help for your teenager? Do you acknowledge the importance of self-care, finding a healthy balance in your life and ready to be proactive about it? Would you like to try new things like alternative therapies while also incorporating traditional evidence based approaches? If so, please reach out to see if we are a good fit! I have 10 years of experience with a wide array of clients from seniors, adults, LGBTQ+ and especially teenagers and parents who simply want to be better at balancing life in any and many ways.
My focus is finding a balance with one’s mind, body and spirit to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, attention deficit, mood dysregulation and physical manifestations associated with different diagnoses.
Do you feel there are areas of your life you can personally work on improving for your own mental wellbeing or looking for help for your teenager? Do you acknowledge the importance of self-care, finding a healthy balance in your life and ready to be proactive about it? Would you like to try new things like alternative therapies while also incorporating traditional evidence based approaches? If so, please reach out to see if we are a good fit! I have 10 years of experience with a wide array of clients from seniors, adults, LGBTQ+ and especially teenagers and parents who simply want to be better at balancing life in any and many ways.
Maria J. Fellows
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Waitlist for new clients
I focus on working primarily with couples and individual adults who are dealing with trauma histories, identity/cultural issues, depression and/or anxiety. I can help you excavate your past trauma, your attachment and communication styles in a way that helps you understand them, and how these may be impacting what is going on with you in the present moment, so you can feel more in control of your body, your emotions, your thoughts, and your relationships. I have very limited space for teens also dealing with trauma, anxiety and depression, who can come for in-person services, at my Portsmouth, NH location.
I focus on working primarily with couples and individual adults who are dealing with trauma histories, identity/cultural issues, depression and/or anxiety. I can help you excavate your past trauma, your attachment and communication styles in a way that helps you understand them, and how these may be impacting what is going on with you in the present moment, so you can feel more in control of your body, your emotions, your thoughts, and your relationships. I have very limited space for teens also dealing with trauma, anxiety and depression, who can come for in-person services, at my Portsmouth, NH location.
Ozgur Akbas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801
My areas of specialty include trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADD, and problematic pornography use.
Wellness is more than an absence of problems; it is an experience of living life to the fullest. Recognizing that the resources for healing and negotiating interpersonal conflicts already exist within us, I rely on a sensitive understanding of each individual and the unique abilities they can further develop to achieve their goals.
My areas of specialty include trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADD, and problematic pornography use.
Wellness is more than an absence of problems; it is an experience of living life to the fullest. Recognizing that the resources for healing and negotiating interpersonal conflicts already exist within us, I rely on a sensitive understanding of each individual and the unique abilities they can further develop to achieve their goals.
Debra Rose Fredette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
I support individuals to nurture their strengths to overcome depression, anxiety, divorce and trauma.
Welcome to my practice. I have worked with couples, families, and individuals for 25 years helping to heal from trauma, affairs, and early life experiences that get in the way of having warm loving relationships and individual joy. It can be challenging to take the first step to move toward a better and more fulfilling life. Often we fear judgement. I can help you develop an understanding of the issues that are keeping you from living the best life possible. I will work with you to identify the underlying barriers and develop problem solving skills and strategies to cope with issues outside of your control.
I support individuals to nurture their strengths to overcome depression, anxiety, divorce and trauma.
Welcome to my practice. I have worked with couples, families, and individuals for 25 years helping to heal from trauma, affairs, and early life experiences that get in the way of having warm loving relationships and individual joy. It can be challenging to take the first step to move toward a better and more fulfilling life. Often we fear judgement. I can help you develop an understanding of the issues that are keeping you from living the best life possible. I will work with you to identify the underlying barriers and develop problem solving skills and strategies to cope with issues outside of your control.
Lyssa Bayne-Kim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
If you are looking for support around relationship issues, identity issues, depression, anxiety, women's health, or are looking for information regarding ketamine assisted therapy, feel free to email me.
Many of us are trying to manage depressive feelings, anxious thoughts, and relationship issues. Many of us long for more connection with the important people in our lives. Sadly, like a frustrating circle, lack of connection with others frequently leads to increased depression and anxiety, which in turn increases your sense of isolation. Bringing awareness and understanding to the emotions underneath your communication with others, as well as learning how to verbalize these emotions so others better understand your experience, can be helpful in decreasing these distressing symptoms.
If you are looking for support around relationship issues, identity issues, depression, anxiety, women's health, or are looking for information regarding ketamine assisted therapy, feel free to email me.
Many of us are trying to manage depressive feelings, anxious thoughts, and relationship issues. Many of us long for more connection with the important people in our lives. Sadly, like a frustrating circle, lack of connection with others frequently leads to increased depression and anxiety, which in turn increases your sense of isolation. Bringing awareness and understanding to the emotions underneath your communication with others, as well as learning how to verbalize these emotions so others better understand your experience, can be helpful in decreasing these distressing symptoms.
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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.