Depression Therapists in San Jose, CA
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Margot Minnium
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
It’s even harder if one is anxious or
depressed
or overwhelmed by life’s traumas and relationship distress .
Good therapy works. It’s not magic but it feels that way as we work together to address the situations or relationships you’re struggling with. Together, we build a trusting relationship where change and insight are possible. Feeling relief and gaining confidence in yourself occurs. As a compassionate listener and experienced clinician, I will create a safe space and be a capable guide for you.

Susan Willis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
For over 25 years, I've helped people experiencing deep
depression
, life-limiting anxiety, impasses in work or relationships, difficult life passages, complex illnesses, and unfulfilled goals.
It's exciting to see that you're exploring ways to improve your current dilemma--and your life. Whether your problem is one that is longstanding and has resisted change, or is new and unfamiliar, therapy will provide a safe and caring environment to work it through. I'll help you identify the blocks to your optimal functioning, understand them, and then develop better-fitting, more fruitful ways to think and act. It's a respectful, warm-hearted process, always focused on your uniqueness and wholeness.

Fred Kutnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
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.

Marianne T Vernacchia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
My other areas of specialty include addiction, substance abuse, codependency, parenting children with special needs, divorce related issues, obesity and weight related issues in children and adults, co-parenting, postpartum mood disorders, children and adolescent issues,
depression
and bipolar disorder in adults and children.
My goal is to provide clients with a safe place to talk, sort through feelings and explore issues that may be affecting their mood, behavior, motivation or relationships. Using a combination of supportive therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, my work is about supporting clients while looking at the sources of distress and helping them to improve their reactions, make changes, and cope with life and others in a healthier way. I work with individuals, couples, and children for any issue they are struggling with either individually or as a family.

Chheng Ear
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have specialized training in the treatment of children and adolescents with anxiety,
depression
, behavioral challenges, attachment issues, and trauma.
As a parent, it can be difficult to know what your child may need to thrive and realize their potential. Understanding their behaviors and figuring out what they need may not be clear. You may wonder what else you could possibly do to support your child. You may feel like you’ve done everything, and yet still your child has difficulties. You can see your child's struggles: anxiety/fearfulness, repetitive behaviors, uncooperativeness, outbursts, lack of friends, and risky behaviors. As parents, these behaviors can be concerning, frustrating, and worrying. You may worry that these behaviors could hinder your child’s future.

Russell J Floyd
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I enjoy working with a wide range of individuals and couples, with particular interest in interpersonal relationships, anxiety and stress,
depression
, grief/loss, identity formation, psychosis, trauma, and addiction.
I view the therapeutic process as a journey I travel with each of my clients. I aim to provide an open and nonjudgmental environment, which helps facilitate the development of insight into oneself and experiences with others. By providing a sense of acceptance and understanding, I aid each client in realizing their inner strength to enact the change desired in their lives.

Anuja Patel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I enjoy working with people of all backgrounds and I specialize in:
depression
, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, and relational difficulties.
Therapy can be intimidating and unfamiliar, which is why I aim to create a safe space for my clients to express their emotions, experiences, and challenges. I believe a non-judgmental environment and a trusting relationship are fundamental in fostering the therapeutic alliance. In the therapy process, I invite my clients to engage in exploration to help them gain insight into their patterns of behavior. My approach encourages self-empowerment by allowing clients to be active participants in the change process and ultimately reach the personal growth they desire.

Eriko Timbers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about working and addressing issues including
depression
, anxiety, phase of life issues, relationships, pregnancy, parenting challenges and trauma.
Accepting Clients( In-person or via Telehealth) My ideal client is someone who is seeking a calm and comfortable atmosphere where they can fully express themselves. Part of the process is working together to identify their individual issues and expand upon them as needed. Clients can expect a confidential and safe space where they can be heard, treated with respect, and a receive a professional therapeutic approach to address their individual need

Margaret Caroline Wang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My ideal client is someone that’s ready to delve deeper. This person may be struggling to get out of bed or may be overwhelmed by their thoughts. Perhaps these habits impact their motivation or energy levels. This person may notice that their self-doubt interferes with their goals and overall meaning in life. My specialties include
depression
, and anxiety. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space so that you can learn to cope with difficult feelings, and develop a sense of confidence in yourself. I have successfully worked with athletes and their performance anxiety.
San Jose, CA 95124
& Online

Dr. Rob Grellman - Relationship And Stress Expert
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My experience in mental health began in 1981 as a residential therapist with youth in group homes and since then I have worked extensively with youth, families, couples, individual men and women - I have worked extensively around issues of emotional dis-regulation, family dysfunction, addictions of various sorts,
depression
, anxiety, eating disorders, codependency, and some dissociative disorders as well - I consider treatment very paradoxical, I believe it is important how to gain Freedom from has had Harmful Affect & Control over one's life and Learn how to Live Realistically and yet with Meaning & Purpose !!
Waitlist for new clients

Nicole Bitter - Cognitive Behavioral Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Over 25 years specializing in CBT for all mood disorders, habits & additions and relationship difficulties. Telemedicine appointments available now. Evidence based CBT for Anxiety or
Depression
, Habits&Addictions or the distress caused from Low Self Esteem and poor quality Relationships. If you feel ready to make a change and want life changing tools to enhance your life, combined with advanced empathy skills to ensure a warm, safe connection with me, I invite you to take the first step by calling me for a 20 minute complimentary phone consult.

Margaret A Bailey
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My areas of specialty are in working with relationships (marital, family), stress, work stress, unemployment,
depression
, anxiety, alcohol abuse, chronic illness, eating disorders, and treatment post-hospitalization.
I provide a supportive environment where clients feel comfortable in talking about the discomfort they are experiencing. Together we explore those difficulties and seek to help you find relief. For those who want deeper work, and to make significant changes in their lives, I have been trained to provide more intensive, longer term therapy. I began my practice and continued training post graduate school for 30 years. For more information about my practice please see my website at: pegbailey.com.

Andrea Thomas
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Do you feel overwhelmed and anxious? Are you struggling to feel motivated and focused? Symptoms of
depression
and anxiety make it hard for us to manage and enjoy day-to-day life, leading to a vicious cycle that can feel difficult to get out of. Engaging in therapy will help you recognize the thought patterns and behaviors that may be contributing to your experience. Therapy will allow you to explore your feelings and decide what coping skills will put you on the path to healing. Therapy can help you experience the peaceful, healthy, and fulfilling life you deserve.
Waitlist for new clients

Roberta M Faust
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
Verified
If you or your child is struggling with
depression
, social relationships or having trouble coping with other difficulties life has thrown at you it is time to ask for help. You can get comfort and learn the skills to cope with anxiety, grief, social fears etc.
Talking to a therapist can be the first step towards a more joyful and satisfying life.
I work with children, teens, and adults, couples, and families. Child therapy sessions involve play therapy and the use of creative art materials.
Sometimes just having someone to listen can make all the difference.

Yessica Islas McLenegan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My specialities include working with
depression
, anxiety, PTSD, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorder, and stress. I have experience working with adults and young adults. I provide Individual therapy.
Not accepting new clients

Jenna Warnock
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I am currently out on maternity leave but feel free to reach back out in October. I find it a privilege to work with adolescents and adults during periods of growth, transition, or challenge in their lives. My approach to therapy is primarily psychodynamic and depth-oriented, incorporating attachment theory, object relations, narrative therapy, and family systems. I believe we are wired for connection but breaks in relationship to ourselves and others can lead to
depression
, anxiety, numbing, distorting, shame, anger, addictions, and compulsions.

Josh White
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I provide client-centered and multicultural informed treatments for anxiety,
depression
, trauma, work stress, relational problems, and managing chronic pain, as well as other psychiatric diagnoses.
I would be honored to help you on your journey. Whether you are feeling stuck and uninspired, to overwhelming feelings of sadness and anxiety, struggling with identity and work-life balance, or motivated for self-fulfillment, the hardest part of change is often the beginning. To help serve my patients, I integrate evidenced-based techniques such as mindfulness, ACT, and CBT. My approach is fundamentally grounded in neuropsychological principles to provide effective tools for managing psychiatric symptoms and increasing life engagement. All my sessions are conducted via confidential video conferencing to meet you where you are.

Caci B Tassano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Accepting new clients as of 11/1/2022.Are you struggling with relationships, work stress, or feeling isolated? Often people who come to see me for therapy are facing combined challenges including anxiety,
depression
and work stress. In therapy you and I will develop a therapeutic partnership and a collaborative, supportive space to help you reach your goals.

Rachel Connett
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MSc, MA, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Currently accepting new clients! I work with adolescents and adults that have issues with anxiety,
depression
, substance abuse, self-esteem, trauma-related disorders, career changes, life transitions, and women's issues with the collaborative goal to significantly improve functioning and quality of life.
Rachel's passion is to meet each client where they are in their life struggle, self, relationships, work, guide them through the process of self-actualization to achieve independence so that they can return to their full functioning. Rachel uses a tailored therapeutic approach and utilizes an evidence-based approach (CBT, DBT, ACT) and addresses specific problem areas - cognitive distortion, distress tolerance, acceptance, self-compassion, and behaviors that hinder people from moving forward in their lives, thus achieving positive and fulfilling outcomes, and ultimately improve functioning and imbalance.

Taisia McMahon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
I have clinical expertise with teens,
depression
, anxiety, grief, mental illness, divorce, sexual trauma, abuse, survivors of sexual assault, mindfulness and life transition.
I provide a space where you are free to explore and share yourself. I strive to create an environment that allows you to safely discuss, reflect, uncover, and change. You may come as you are to address the things that are affecting you today.
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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.