Depression Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Welcome! My name is Marlén Jiménez. I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Los Angeles, CA. I identify as a first generation Latina with a passion for mental health. I am a graduate of UCLA and received my professional degree from the University of Michigan. Although I primarily work with adults, I have extensive experience working with all ages across the lifespan. I have over 22 years of experience in the field of mental health and support clients as they navigate life's various stressors, transitions, anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome and relationship stress. I believe in creating a safe, friendly, non-jud
Welcome! My name is Marlén Jiménez. I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Los Angeles, CA. I identify as a first generation Latina with a passion for mental health. I am a graduate of UCLA and received my professional degree from the University of Michigan. Although I primarily work with adults, I have extensive experience working with all ages across the lifespan. I have over 22 years of experience in the field of mental health and support clients as they navigate life's various stressors, transitions, anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome and relationship stress. I believe in creating a safe, friendly, non-jud
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I have extensive experience working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parent-child relational problems and career development.
I have been described as a good listener, empathic, honest, insightful, and compassionate. My role is to provide a supportive and comfortable environment so that clients can engage in the therapeutic process. I consider myself to be a significant part of each client's personal change. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to gain insight and develop a path towards individual and emotional growth.
I have extensive experience working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parent-child relational problems and career development.
I have been described as a good listener, empathic, honest, insightful, and compassionate. My role is to provide a supportive and comfortable environment so that clients can engage in the therapeutic process. I consider myself to be a significant part of each client's personal change. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to gain insight and develop a path towards individual and emotional growth.
My approach to therapy focuses on establishing a warm, trusting relationship with my clients to help us explore deep personal issues. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, trauma, addictive behaviors, co-dependency, and life transitions. In my approach I use psycho-dynamic and solution-focused approaches to help dislodge old behavioral patterns and emphasize the importance of how our previous relationships impact our present. In therapy we will look to find meaning in our present-day challenges, experiment with new ways of thinking and seek resolution.
My approach to therapy focuses on establishing a warm, trusting relationship with my clients to help us explore deep personal issues. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, trauma, addictive behaviors, co-dependency, and life transitions. In my approach I use psycho-dynamic and solution-focused approaches to help dislodge old behavioral patterns and emphasize the importance of how our previous relationships impact our present. In therapy we will look to find meaning in our present-day challenges, experiment with new ways of thinking and seek resolution.
I specialize in helping people who feel stuck, are moving through difficult life transitions, experiencing anxiety and depression, mood and personality disorders.
I'm a licensed clinical Psychologist in Los Feliz. I help people change unproductive patterns, process difficult emotions and ultimately find more space, understanding, and freedom in their day-to-day lives. I work with adults and teens providing short and long term psychoanalytic therapy for rapid transformation.
I specialize in helping people who feel stuck, are moving through difficult life transitions, experiencing anxiety and depression, mood and personality disorders.
I'm a licensed clinical Psychologist in Los Feliz. I help people change unproductive patterns, process difficult emotions and ultimately find more space, understanding, and freedom in their day-to-day lives. I work with adults and teens providing short and long term psychoanalytic therapy for rapid transformation.
Current openings for new clients (Telehealth only). Offering EMDR therapy, individual therapy, and couple's therapy. I focus on helping adults with their self confidence, boundaries, communication, trauma, depression, ADHD, and more. I'm here to provide a safe space for you to work through the challenges going on in your life. I work with you throughout therapy, side by side, one step at a time. I am currently accepting new clients in California and Texas.
Current openings for new clients (Telehealth only). Offering EMDR therapy, individual therapy, and couple's therapy. I focus on helping adults with their self confidence, boundaries, communication, trauma, depression, ADHD, and more. I'm here to provide a safe space for you to work through the challenges going on in your life. I work with you throughout therapy, side by side, one step at a time. I am currently accepting new clients in California and Texas.
Therapy for artists and creatives. Are you an artist or creative individual struggling to break free from anxiety, depression, or self-criticism? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the weight of your own perfectionism or the relentless voice of your inner critic? If so, you're not alone, and I'm here to help. Whether it's the fear of failure, performance anxiety, or the constant worry about the future, anxiety can be a significant obstacle for creative individuals. The creative process can be emotionally taxing, and it's not uncommon for artists to experience periods of depression. We can tackle these issues together.
Therapy for artists and creatives. Are you an artist or creative individual struggling to break free from anxiety, depression, or self-criticism? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the weight of your own perfectionism or the relentless voice of your inner critic? If so, you're not alone, and I'm here to help. Whether it's the fear of failure, performance anxiety, or the constant worry about the future, anxiety can be a significant obstacle for creative individuals. The creative process can be emotionally taxing, and it's not uncommon for artists to experience periods of depression. We can tackle these issues together.
My methods resonate particularly well with young adults to middle-aged individuals navigating life transitions, parenting, caregiving, relationships, and work-related difficulties, often resulting in anxiety, depression, stress, and burnout. I help empower individuals to live authentically as they journey towards well-being. The truth about you is sometimes messy but always powerful. Healing is a collaborative journey and I hope to help you utilize your strengths to overcome your challenges and achieve your goals.
My methods resonate particularly well with young adults to middle-aged individuals navigating life transitions, parenting, caregiving, relationships, and work-related difficulties, often resulting in anxiety, depression, stress, and burnout. I help empower individuals to live authentically as they journey towards well-being. The truth about you is sometimes messy but always powerful. Healing is a collaborative journey and I hope to help you utilize your strengths to overcome your challenges and achieve your goals.
We are each on our own path, and it is through our relationships and experiences with self, others, and the world around us that we begin to grow and heal. Life can hold us back from engaging in the change we want to see. Whatever difficulties you may be experiencing, whether it be generational trauma, issues with attachment, struggling with depression, your spirituality, or any other distressing experience, I will walk the path with you, as I believe healing is a journey in which you do not have to walk alone.
We are each on our own path, and it is through our relationships and experiences with self, others, and the world around us that we begin to grow and heal. Life can hold us back from engaging in the change we want to see. Whatever difficulties you may be experiencing, whether it be generational trauma, issues with attachment, struggling with depression, your spirituality, or any other distressing experience, I will walk the path with you, as I believe healing is a journey in which you do not have to walk alone.
I work with individuals, couples, and families, and have experience treating anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, attachment issues, self-esteem, identity development, medical diagnoses, and trauma.
I combine a warm and direct approach with evidence-based practices (and a splash of humor) to help you unpack, examine, and rewrite the narratives in your life. Drawing from modalities such as Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Internal Family Systems, we will work to align your thoughts and actions with your values so that you can lead the life you want. I view relationships and identity development through the lens of attachment theory with the goal of helping you draw clear connections from the past to the present and into an expansive and joyful future.
I work with individuals, couples, and families, and have experience treating anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, attachment issues, self-esteem, identity development, medical diagnoses, and trauma.
I combine a warm and direct approach with evidence-based practices (and a splash of humor) to help you unpack, examine, and rewrite the narratives in your life. Drawing from modalities such as Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Internal Family Systems, we will work to align your thoughts and actions with your values so that you can lead the life you want. I view relationships and identity development through the lens of attachment theory with the goal of helping you draw clear connections from the past to the present and into an expansive and joyful future.
Wayne Reynolds
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90004
I work with anxiety, depression, self-discovery, trauma, addiction, mood disorders, personality disorders, and relationships.
I am interested in working with people who feel stuck, want to move forward and sense they need to make a change. It could be work, school, a creative endeavor, family issues, a pattern in intimate relationships, an addiction of some kind, or even just messed-up thinking. My goal is to create a safe environment where you can come, shed old patterns, and explore what you want to do with your life.
I work with anxiety, depression, self-discovery, trauma, addiction, mood disorders, personality disorders, and relationships.
I am interested in working with people who feel stuck, want to move forward and sense they need to make a change. It could be work, school, a creative endeavor, family issues, a pattern in intimate relationships, an addiction of some kind, or even just messed-up thinking. My goal is to create a safe environment where you can come, shed old patterns, and explore what you want to do with your life.
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I work with teens and adults suffering from anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
I am Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker and love working one on one with my clients to figure out how to best meet their mental health goals. I use multiple techniques and methodologies, tailoring the therapeutic experience to your unique needs. I welcome feedback as part of the journey to make sure you are getting the help you are looking for; this is your therapy after all! I have expertise in working with adults of all ages and teens/children, primarily with depression, anxiety, life transition struggles and/or relationship challenges. I look forward to working with you!
I work with teens and adults suffering from anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
I am Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker and love working one on one with my clients to figure out how to best meet their mental health goals. I use multiple techniques and methodologies, tailoring the therapeutic experience to your unique needs. I welcome feedback as part of the journey to make sure you are getting the help you are looking for; this is your therapy after all! I have expertise in working with adults of all ages and teens/children, primarily with depression, anxiety, life transition struggles and/or relationship challenges. I look forward to working with you!
I work with individuals on a variety of topics such as depression, anxiety, trauma etc.
Hi and welcome! My name is Iris Raileanu Pincin and I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California.
I work with individuals on a variety of topics such as depression, anxiety, trauma etc.
Hi and welcome! My name is Iris Raileanu Pincin and I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California.
Edna Ibel Barnes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90015
I specialize in working with people suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, difficulties with acculturation, and domestic violence.
Therapy is a process and it takes time. It can be confusing, intimidating and even traumatic. However, it is possible to resolve some of the issues that trauma can cause through professional help. I will bring authenticity and balance to explore the root cause of the ongoing distress in your life. I will provide a compassionate environment for you to feel comfortable. My approach to therapy is eclectic approach. I believe that there is no single approach that fits every individual so I work collaboratively with my clients to find what works best for them.
I specialize in working with people suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, difficulties with acculturation, and domestic violence.
Therapy is a process and it takes time. It can be confusing, intimidating and even traumatic. However, it is possible to resolve some of the issues that trauma can cause through professional help. I will bring authenticity and balance to explore the root cause of the ongoing distress in your life. I will provide a compassionate environment for you to feel comfortable. My approach to therapy is eclectic approach. I believe that there is no single approach that fits every individual so I work collaboratively with my clients to find what works best for them.
My name is Lena Holt and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Los Angeles County and working statewide through telehealth. I believe that everyone has the capability of reaching an optimum state of emotional and behavioral health. I have found that my style and approach are often a good fit for transitional-aged youth 16-25 years old. In addition, I also have had success with adults and the 55+ population. The issues presented with these populations often look like, stress, anxiety, and depression, although in different contexts.
My name is Lena Holt and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Los Angeles County and working statewide through telehealth. I believe that everyone has the capability of reaching an optimum state of emotional and behavioral health. I have found that my style and approach are often a good fit for transitional-aged youth 16-25 years old. In addition, I also have had success with adults and the 55+ population. The issues presented with these populations often look like, stress, anxiety, and depression, although in different contexts.
I have a lot of experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, existential issues, spirituality issues, sexual issues, and foundational identity issues (really getting at who you are, what you want, and how you operate).
Hi, I’m Kevin. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience working in the mental health field. I’m passionate about helping my clients come to a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships with others, their perception of life and the world, and discover how to move forward on their own path into an ever-expanding sense of connectivity, meaning, purpose, and fulfillment.
I have a lot of experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, existential issues, spirituality issues, sexual issues, and foundational identity issues (really getting at who you are, what you want, and how you operate).
Hi, I’m Kevin. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience working in the mental health field. I’m passionate about helping my clients come to a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships with others, their perception of life and the world, and discover how to move forward on their own path into an ever-expanding sense of connectivity, meaning, purpose, and fulfillment.
My name is Becky Rau, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I am also a student, working on my doctorate in Clinical Psychology and enjoy bringing the latest in research to share with my patients into the therapy session. I specialize in addiction, trauma, and grief, although, I am trained and enjoy helping people who are suffering from stress, anxiety, depression, and other concerns. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Family Systems.
My name is Becky Rau, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I am also a student, working on my doctorate in Clinical Psychology and enjoy bringing the latest in research to share with my patients into the therapy session. I specialize in addiction, trauma, and grief, although, I am trained and enjoy helping people who are suffering from stress, anxiety, depression, and other concerns. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Family Systems.
Claire Lopaty
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90068
Are you overwhelmed with life's challenges and ready for a change? My passion lies in helping people heal from eating disorders, body image issues, trauma, depression and anxiety. I am also passionate about working with teenagers as they navigate the often tumultuous journey of adolescence. I recognize the need for concrete evidence-based tools to help my clients confront difficult emotions and the myriad stressors that life throws their way. I work from a trauma informed perspective and strive to see each client as the unique individual they are.
Are you overwhelmed with life's challenges and ready for a change? My passion lies in helping people heal from eating disorders, body image issues, trauma, depression and anxiety. I am also passionate about working with teenagers as they navigate the often tumultuous journey of adolescence. I recognize the need for concrete evidence-based tools to help my clients confront difficult emotions and the myriad stressors that life throws their way. I work from a trauma informed perspective and strive to see each client as the unique individual they are.
My name is Courtney Brown and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Southern California. I typically use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, and/or Dialectical Behavior Therapy with my clients during treatment. I specialize in adolescents, previously incarcerated individuals, depression symptom management, and individuals with co-occurring medical issues.
My name is Courtney Brown and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Southern California. I typically use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, and/or Dialectical Behavior Therapy with my clients during treatment. I specialize in adolescents, previously incarcerated individuals, depression symptom management, and individuals with co-occurring medical issues.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, interpersonal/relationship difficulties, and post-trauma related symptoms as well as people struggling with coming out, questioning their sexual/gender identity, or other issues connected with the unique experiences of being LGBTQQIAPK+ in our society. I am also trained in EMDR, a therapeutic approach that helps to effectively alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, interpersonal/relationship difficulties, and post-trauma related symptoms as well as people struggling with coming out, questioning their sexual/gender identity, or other issues connected with the unique experiences of being LGBTQQIAPK+ in our society. I am also trained in EMDR, a therapeutic approach that helps to effectively alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories.
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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.