Depression Therapists in Silver Lake, Los Angeles, CA
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Kate Hewitt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
In addition, I have a specialization in fertility and postpartum
depression
, working closely with physicians for more integrative care.
My approach to therapy is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can be seen and heard. My goal is for clients to thrive. I provide support and guidance to individuals and couples dealing with issues such as anxiety,
depression
and grief as well as the stresses that can arise from relationships, career, parenting, fertility, aging and identity. My work is based on the understanding that therapy can be invaluable in processing life's many transitions. Whether you are in crisis or simply need support and a place to talk, we will work together to realize the positive and lasting changes you seek.
Daishea Poole
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in anxiety and
depression
due to challenges related to relationship difficulties, life transition, existential crises, and/or identity issues.
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
Ann Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Nobody’s childhood dream was to grow up and feel overwhelmed, alone, stuck or unworthy. I aim to help individuals heal from trauma-related issues such as anxiety,
depression
, and relationship/family issues. If you find yourself living without a navigation system to understand emotional terrain or trauma that impacts your well-being; you are not alone. All of us go through rough patches in our lives. My approach is specific to meet your unique needs in a safe and non-judgemental space.
Allie Clingan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I work with adults and teenagers with eating disorders, addiction, Borderline Personality Disorder, relationship conflict,
depression
and anxiety.
Carl Jung said, "Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes." My goal is to help you understand yourself on a deeper level in order to improve your relationships and remove obstacles that are preventing you from living a meaningful life. I use a variety of modalities including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and existential therapy. My priority is collaborating with my clients directly to provide you with what you need to move forward in your life.
Jennie Nystrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Verified
Verified
Do you feel
depressed
or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you develop an action plan for meaningful changes. My approach to therapy is relational and person-centered. I will work alongside you in a warm and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and find better ways to deal with the stressors in your life.
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Dan Szuhay
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am currently not accepting new patients. Are you are seeking a greater sense of well-being, connection, peace within your mind and soul, answers to your problems? Are you
depressed
, anxious, dealing with relationship issues? You may be wondering why your thoughts and feelings are so off and causing distress, asking yourself "What is wrong with me?" There are valid reasons why you are thinking and feeling the way you are right now.
Waitlist for new clients
Jasmin Rogg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am all about developing peace and joy in life, but that can seem beyond reach when you're going through difficult times. Current stressors could affect your sense of wellbeing. If you are dealing with
depression
, anxiety, addiction, or some other discomfort, there might be underlying issues and remote memories, triggering you. Your relationship or career could be affected and you might be ready to do something about it. If you need to move on from problematic childhood events or heal unprocessed trauma, psychotherapy can offer relief and a (much) better life quality.
Sophie Wasson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with anxiety,
depression
, relationship issues, creative blocks, and trauma.
I create a safe space for patients to become curious about their thoughts and feelings to help find relief from any kind of psychological distress. I believe that as we develop clarity about our internal experiences, a newfound awareness emerges, which allows us to let go of negative patterns and to live life more fully. My approach is exploratory, collaborative, playful and pragmatic. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is of utmost importance; I treat each patient with respect, compassion, and genuineness,
Jenny Kelch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have over 15 years of experience helping individuals and couples identify and work through patterns in their lives that are no longer working for them. In my practice, I address a wide range of needs and work with clients of all ages with diverse issues. My specialties include working with past and current trauma, relationship issues, divorce, parenting difficulties, anxiety,
depression
, difficulty determining career/academic goals, and painful life transitions. I am also trained in EMDR Therapy, which has been very successful in treating people suffering from anxiety, panic, post traumatic stress, or other painful emotions.
Fred Kutnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Anger, shame, anxiety,
depression
, and perfectionism are emotions and traits that can be caused by trauma. Unresolved trauma can negatively affect our current relationships and family dynamics. My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with you in order to manage trauma-related symptoms and reach a more meaningful state. I utilize a client-centered approach in order to create a safe space for my clients to process unresolved feelings/reactions. Forming a meaningful connection allows us to create a space that welcomes vulnerability, and the therapeutic relationship is just as important as the therapeutic modality.
Not accepting new clients
Gabrielle Klatsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
If you just keep racing on that career treadmill, surely you will get where you are meant to be, right? But does it sometimes feel like the dream is beyond your grasp? Maybe anxiety,
depression
, or something else that you don’t know what to call is tugging at you. Or changes have come along that disrupt your sense of wellbeing. Perhaps it feels overwhelming or unachievable to balance the competing interests of work, relationships, family, and your future goals. Or the goals you once had don’t quite fit anymore. And where does that leave you?
Audrey Hu
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I draw from evidence-based approaches, such as CBT and mindfulness to help you manage anxiety and
depression
.
We all feel lost from time to time, but there’s always light at the end of the tunnel. I’ve been through my own therapy as a young adult when I was stuck in a bout of anxiety and panic attacks due to childhood trauma. Throughout my years of working with traumatized individuals, I learned first-hand about how childhood trauma can have a strong impact on adulthood. I can help you address unresolved trauma, in order for you to find passion, connection, and purpose in your life.
Jennifer Lara
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety,
depression
, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma-related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.
Chris Avitabile
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have particular experience working with male psychological issues, substance abuse, relationship issues, artistic blocks,
depression
and anxiety disorders.
It is my highest priority as a therapist to create a genuine, safe, and supportive environment so you can feel comfortable expressing yourself. I am dedicated to helping you explore options for change, and together we will learn about your strengths and how to utilize them.
Siobhan Chamoun
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My current areas of practice include adults and adolescents coping with anxiety,
depression
, grief/loss, addiction, transitions, PTSD, LGBTQIA support, sexual assault, domestic violence, relationship and intimacy issues, and family conflict.
Managing our emotional world can be tough. My aim is to help you develop a better understanding of how your experiences have impacted the way you function and encourage change in areas that need adjustment to reduce distress and increase balance. The safe space I create with my clients is designed to increase openness and authenticity, deepen self-awareness, and turn it into action toward their goals. I approach each client uniquely and help my clients develop coping skills based on their individual needs. Some skills include somatic experiencing to help nervous system regulation, CBT, and mindfulness/meditation techniques.
Anne C Ruane
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My clinical areas of interests include, but are not limited to: anxiety and
depression
, trauma/PTSD, relationship issues, substance abuse, parenting issues, stress and lifestyle management, grief and bereavement, phase of life transitions/identity issues, and the area of health psychology (effects of medical issues on mental health, pain/weight management, smoking cessation, etc.
My style of therapy is one that is both collaborative and supportive. I believe that all individuals have the capacity to make lasting changes in their lives. I help the individual tap into those abilities by challenging the conscious and unconscious barriers that can impede growth and change. Using psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral techniques, I provide a safe, nurturing environment where individuals can explore their challenges and unearth their full potential.
Alan Dybner | Free first session offered
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Common problems that bring people to therapy include anxiety,
depression
, relationship issues, feeling stuck in a rut, grief, hopelessness, self-esteem issues, or work-related stress.
Starting therapy with a new therapist can feel daunting, so I offer a complimentary fifty-minute first session to help make sure I'm a good fit for you, and to answer any questions you may have. For over twelve years I've been seeing clients and my goal has always been to help them achieve real change, whether in getting through a difficult current situation or wanting to break old patterns that keep them from living a more fulfilling life.
Justin Shubert
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I specialize in working with anxiety,
depression
, and issues around sexuality & intimacy.
While compassion is the cornerstone of my practice, I will also challenge you in more direct ways. Through the process of psychotherapy we come to know ourselves in a meaningful way. This self-insight can lead to comfort, purpose, and more settled, enriching relationships. * A note about COVID-19: this pandemic has already caused all of us great loss, destruction, and grief. We are anxious about what may come. It is of some solace to know that we are all feeling these things across the world, in our own ways, and that we will get through this.
Jennifer Campoy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We most likely suffered injuries to our self-esteem at some point - maybe because parents were preoccupied, too busy, or even
depressed
or overly anxious - or socially we were not supported enough.
Often my clients say they wished they didn’t need so much validation from others in order to have confidence or they want to be more assertive without feeling guilty. They feel strangely alone even in their relationships. Despite being capable & smart and having some degree of insight about how they were raised, people I treat know there is more to the story. Why do they have so much self-doubt or a harsh inner voice or look to others to say they're "okay”? This is where I come in. I help people dig deep into the stories & experiences that shaped them and how those influences sometimes hijack their way of thinking & sense of self.
Erick Santos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Has trauma, anxiety, or
depression
interfered with the potential to become the best version of yourself? We often feel defined by traumatic or emotionally difficult experiences then often leave us feeling stuck in place rather than moving forward towards our goals. I’m here to provide a safe, affirming space for you to develop an understanding of yourself to overcome past experiences or fears that define you. Our work together will be met with unconditional acceptance, creative approaches, and the utmost compassion.
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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.