Depression Therapists in Freedom, CA
I have years of experience working with clients with diagnoses of depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as working with neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ clients.
I believe it is important to understand an individual's complex history including attachments, trauma, and the positives, and use this information to comprehend why a person has come to be who they are, and their cognitive processes. Additionally, I like to use this understanding to support in improving one's symptoms and behaviors.
I have years of experience working with clients with diagnoses of depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as working with neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ clients.
I believe it is important to understand an individual's complex history including attachments, trauma, and the positives, and use this information to comprehend why a person has come to be who they are, and their cognitive processes. Additionally, I like to use this understanding to support in improving one's symptoms and behaviors.
Having studying Mindfulness for the past 30+ years I have created evidence based Cognitive Behavioral / Mindfulness tools that help people face life crises by recognizing their own wisdom, resources, and the ability to exercise choice. This mind/body approach to health utilizes relaxation and focus tools that you can learn easily and use anywhere, anytime. You focus on what you can control to achieve your goals. These programs compliment the best medical treatment.
Having studying Mindfulness for the past 30+ years I have created evidence based Cognitive Behavioral / Mindfulness tools that help people face life crises by recognizing their own wisdom, resources, and the ability to exercise choice. This mind/body approach to health utilizes relaxation and focus tools that you can learn easily and use anywhere, anytime. You focus on what you can control to achieve your goals. These programs compliment the best medical treatment.
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Some of my clinical specialties are in the following areas: Anxiety, Depression, Chronic illness, Grief and Adjustment Disorders.
I look forward to sharing my professional skills and experience in order to assist you on your path toward long-term emotional and relational wellness. Therapy work will flow at a pace and in a way that suits your needs. Setting aside this time for inner work is an investment in your self and the fruits of the labor of self care are invaluable.
Some of my clinical specialties are in the following areas: Anxiety, Depression, Chronic illness, Grief and Adjustment Disorders.
I look forward to sharing my professional skills and experience in order to assist you on your path toward long-term emotional and relational wellness. Therapy work will flow at a pace and in a way that suits your needs. Setting aside this time for inner work is an investment in your self and the fruits of the labor of self care are invaluable.
Ideal clients include individuals navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, or substance use disorder; couples seeking repair or deeper connection; and high‑performing professionals and athletes in the NFL (National Football League), MLB (Major League Baseball), and NBA (National Basketball Association).
I specialize in couples counseling, addiction and substance use recovery, and evidence‑based care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, stress, and relationship challenges. You’ll get structured treatment plans, skills training, and performance‑focused coaching grounded in DBT, CBT, EMDR, and ASAM.
Ideal clients include individuals navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, or substance use disorder; couples seeking repair or deeper connection; and high‑performing professionals and athletes in the NFL (National Football League), MLB (Major League Baseball), and NBA (National Basketball Association).
I specialize in couples counseling, addiction and substance use recovery, and evidence‑based care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, stress, and relationship challenges. You’ll get structured treatment plans, skills training, and performance‑focused coaching grounded in DBT, CBT, EMDR, and ASAM.
I work with all genders and issues such as transitions in life, depression, anxiety, grief, repairing dysfunctional family injuries, premarital strengthening, and how to have a healthy, amazing relationship.
I work with all genders and issues such as transitions in life, depression, anxiety, grief, repairing dysfunctional family injuries, premarital strengthening, and how to have a healthy, amazing relationship. I can help with codependency, healthy boundaries and self-esteem building!
I work with all genders and issues such as transitions in life, depression, anxiety, grief, repairing dysfunctional family injuries, premarital strengthening, and how to have a healthy, amazing relationship.
I work with all genders and issues such as transitions in life, depression, anxiety, grief, repairing dysfunctional family injuries, premarital strengthening, and how to have a healthy, amazing relationship. I can help with codependency, healthy boundaries and self-esteem building!
Hello, I am Ying Zheng, a California state-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been in this field for a decade, worked in multiple sites such as high school, cross-cultural community center, hospital and church. I would like to see counseling as my passion and life pursuit. I respect everyone’s right to make a decision about faith, but I do approach therapy using Christian perspective and values. In addition, I would borrow techniques from CBT, Motivational Interviewing, client-centered, and psychodynamic.
Hello, I am Ying Zheng, a California state-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been in this field for a decade, worked in multiple sites such as high school, cross-cultural community center, hospital and church. I would like to see counseling as my passion and life pursuit. I respect everyone’s right to make a decision about faith, but I do approach therapy using Christian perspective and values. In addition, I would borrow techniques from CBT, Motivational Interviewing, client-centered, and psychodynamic.
I am best positioned to serve English/Spanish speaking women, men, & children having difficulty coping with depression/anxiety/post-traumatic stress, stress management, low self-esteem, grief/loss, struggling with life transitions, fertility and reproductive issues, and survivors of abuse/trauma.
Is your inner critic really loud, having trouble coping with stress, seeking life balance and a deeper connection to your authentic self? Well I am here to help!
Hello there future client! Lovely to meet you! My name is Rachelle (pronounced ray-chull). I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a specialization in Art Therapy, a Holistic Practitioner, bilingual English/Spanish speaking, a first gen Dominican-American, and former New Yorker living in SoCal. I specialize in supporting BIPOC experiencing chronic mental health issues define themselves as individuals and not by any trauma they may have experienced.
I am best positioned to serve English/Spanish speaking women, men, & children having difficulty coping with depression/anxiety/post-traumatic stress, stress management, low self-esteem, grief/loss, struggling with life transitions, fertility and reproductive issues, and survivors of abuse/trauma.
Is your inner critic really loud, having trouble coping with stress, seeking life balance and a deeper connection to your authentic self? Well I am here to help!
Hello there future client! Lovely to meet you! My name is Rachelle (pronounced ray-chull). I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a specialization in Art Therapy, a Holistic Practitioner, bilingual English/Spanish speaking, a first gen Dominican-American, and former New Yorker living in SoCal. I specialize in supporting BIPOC experiencing chronic mental health issues define themselves as individuals and not by any trauma they may have experienced.
Dr. Zenteno is a licensed clinical psychologist with clinical and research interests in the areas of trauma, stress, and health. She has expertise working with adults from a multitude of backgrounds, presenting with a wide range of psychological concerns. She utilizes a collaborative, integrative approach to treatment. She believes in teaching evidence-based tools for coping and change, as well as facilitating insight into behavior, emotions, and relational patterns.
Dr. Zenteno is a licensed clinical psychologist with clinical and research interests in the areas of trauma, stress, and health. She has expertise working with adults from a multitude of backgrounds, presenting with a wide range of psychological concerns. She utilizes a collaborative, integrative approach to treatment. She believes in teaching evidence-based tools for coping and change, as well as facilitating insight into behavior, emotions, and relational patterns.
I currently provide counseling services to adolescents and adults who mostly present with trauma, anxiety and depression.
In the last 18 years I have had the opportunity to provide therapy in multiple settings including home, school and office-based therapy. I am also certified in the following Evidenced Based Practices: Positive Parenting program (Triple P), Managing and Adapting Practice (MAP), Seeking Safety (SS), Trauma Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT)
I currently provide counseling services to adolescents and adults who mostly present with trauma, anxiety and depression.
In the last 18 years I have had the opportunity to provide therapy in multiple settings including home, school and office-based therapy. I am also certified in the following Evidenced Based Practices: Positive Parenting program (Triple P), Managing and Adapting Practice (MAP), Seeking Safety (SS), Trauma Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT)
Depression, anxiety, grief and trauma doesn’t have to define you, the quality of your relationships or future.
It's my goal within each session to help support my clients in not only navigating painful situations and help make the unbearable more bearable, but also to help lighten their load while building their tool kit for coping and thriving. I love helping clients grow in new ways, make meaningful connections and help build the life they want for themselves.
Depression, anxiety, grief and trauma doesn’t have to define you, the quality of your relationships or future.
It's my goal within each session to help support my clients in not only navigating painful situations and help make the unbearable more bearable, but also to help lighten their load while building their tool kit for coping and thriving. I love helping clients grow in new ways, make meaningful connections and help build the life they want for themselves.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem/identity, anger management, stress, decision making, goal setting, routine formation?
I've been providing therapeutic support to others for 8 years. I've worked with children, teens, young adults, families/couples. I work from a variety of modalities based on your needs. I have experience supporting those struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, family dynamic issues, stress, burn out, anger management, self-esteem/identity, skill building.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem/identity, anger management, stress, decision making, goal setting, routine formation?
I've been providing therapeutic support to others for 8 years. I've worked with children, teens, young adults, families/couples. I work from a variety of modalities based on your needs. I have experience supporting those struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, family dynamic issues, stress, burn out, anger management, self-esteem/identity, skill building.
I work with children with behavioral challenges, trauma, depression, and suicidal ideation.
My primary approach is client-centered therapy because I value the authentic connection between the client and the therapist. It is essential for me as a therapist to come from a non-judgmental approach and make space for people's experiences in order to have more acceptance of themselves.
I work with children with behavioral challenges, trauma, depression, and suicidal ideation.
My primary approach is client-centered therapy because I value the authentic connection between the client and the therapist. It is essential for me as a therapist to come from a non-judgmental approach and make space for people's experiences in order to have more acceptance of themselves.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by trauma, depression, anxiety, or other emotional challenges that make daily life difficult, you’re not alone - and help is available.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Santa Cruz, CA., with over 10 years of experience, I support adults facing trauma, anxiety, and depression. My compassionate, personalized approach creates a safe, empowering space for healing, growth, and lasting change.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by trauma, depression, anxiety, or other emotional challenges that make daily life difficult, you’re not alone - and help is available.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Santa Cruz, CA., with over 10 years of experience, I support adults facing trauma, anxiety, and depression. My compassionate, personalized approach creates a safe, empowering space for healing, growth, and lasting change.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and my goal is to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and supported. I work with children, youth, adults, and older adults who may be navigating stress, anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck and wanting things to change. My approach to therapy is collaborative and compassionate. I am honored to witness the people who come to me for help. I believe that each person’s story and experiences are unique, so I tailor our work together to meet your individual needs and goals.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and my goal is to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and supported. I work with children, youth, adults, and older adults who may be navigating stress, anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck and wanting things to change. My approach to therapy is collaborative and compassionate. I am honored to witness the people who come to me for help. I believe that each person’s story and experiences are unique, so I tailor our work together to meet your individual needs and goals.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
I look forward to connecting with you in a safe and healthy way. I believe you have everything within you to heal and will assist in exploring how trauma shaped your world through attachment or otherwise. We are all wired for connection; together we will mindfully investigate how you join your world presently in order to choose who and how you want to be. I welcome reprocessing any trauma that continues to prevent you from fully living. I enjoy working with individuals (children, tweens, teens and adults), couples and families as needed in support of individuals or couples.
I look forward to connecting with you in a safe and healthy way. I believe you have everything within you to heal and will assist in exploring how trauma shaped your world through attachment or otherwise. We are all wired for connection; together we will mindfully investigate how you join your world presently in order to choose who and how you want to be. I welcome reprocessing any trauma that continues to prevent you from fully living. I enjoy working with individuals (children, tweens, teens and adults), couples and families as needed in support of individuals or couples.
Aseel Ross, a licensed Marriage and Family therapist, specializes in providing compassionate, client-centered therapy to individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges.
I am particularly comfortable working with clients who are navigating life transitions, managing stress, or seeking to heal from past emotional wounds. I also work with clients struggling with self-esteem, emotional regulation, and interpersonal difficulties, using evidence-based approaches to help them build resilience and achieve greater well-being.
Aseel Ross, a licensed Marriage and Family therapist, specializes in providing compassionate, client-centered therapy to individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges.
I am particularly comfortable working with clients who are navigating life transitions, managing stress, or seeking to heal from past emotional wounds. I also work with clients struggling with self-esteem, emotional regulation, and interpersonal difficulties, using evidence-based approaches to help them build resilience and achieve greater well-being.
I work primarily with thoughtful, high-functioning adults and older teens who feel stuck beneath the surface. You might be struggling with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, burnout, or uncertainty about identity, purpose, or relationships. You may feel trapped in old patterns, overwhelmed by transitions, or unsure of your next steps. You’re not seeking perfection or quick fixes — you want clarity, relief, and alignment between your values and choices. You’re ready to be honest, even if you’re unsure where to start.
I work primarily with thoughtful, high-functioning adults and older teens who feel stuck beneath the surface. You might be struggling with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, burnout, or uncertainty about identity, purpose, or relationships. You may feel trapped in old patterns, overwhelmed by transitions, or unsure of your next steps. You’re not seeking perfection or quick fixes — you want clarity, relief, and alignment between your values and choices. You’re ready to be honest, even if you’re unsure where to start.
I offer an eclectic variety of approaches and have years of experience working with marginalized families, anxiety, depression, acculturation, and anger management.
I am so glad that you've come across my page! My name is Abel Martinez and I'd like to help. I believe that if you seek mental health treatment, you can bring your whole self to therapy. If you are motivated by change and want to experience relief of any symptoms that limit your possibilities, then I am interested in working with you. And if you are unsure or nervous, you are welcome too! There are many ways to stress out in today's world; however, I'd like to support you in finding even more ways to feel happy, connected, valued, and proud of yourself.
I offer an eclectic variety of approaches and have years of experience working with marginalized families, anxiety, depression, acculturation, and anger management.
I am so glad that you've come across my page! My name is Abel Martinez and I'd like to help. I believe that if you seek mental health treatment, you can bring your whole self to therapy. If you are motivated by change and want to experience relief of any symptoms that limit your possibilities, then I am interested in working with you. And if you are unsure or nervous, you are welcome too! There are many ways to stress out in today's world; however, I'd like to support you in finding even more ways to feel happy, connected, valued, and proud of yourself.
Whether you're grappling with challenges in a romantic relationship, seeking to enhance communication with friends, bosses, or loved ones, or struggling with anxiety and depression, I’m here to create an inclusive space where every individual feels seen, heard, and valued.
Do you wake up feeling empty, with a sense of dread to take on the day? Are your negative thoughts about yourself, your life, and others around you keeping you stuck in a place you don’t want to be? Let’s talk. Life is too short and precious to be viewed through a prism of negativity and gloom. And suffering is not living. My general approach to therapy is to focus on the client’s strengths and seek solutions with positive reinforcement. I can work to help you access and strengthen your inner resources that are already there, even if you’re having trouble seeing it for yourself.
Whether you're grappling with challenges in a romantic relationship, seeking to enhance communication with friends, bosses, or loved ones, or struggling with anxiety and depression, I’m here to create an inclusive space where every individual feels seen, heard, and valued.
Do you wake up feeling empty, with a sense of dread to take on the day? Are your negative thoughts about yourself, your life, and others around you keeping you stuck in a place you don’t want to be? Let’s talk. Life is too short and precious to be viewed through a prism of negativity and gloom. And suffering is not living. My general approach to therapy is to focus on the client’s strengths and seek solutions with positive reinforcement. I can work to help you access and strengthen your inner resources that are already there, even if you’re having trouble seeing it 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.