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Dr. Silvia Birklein, SYNC Psychological Services™
Psychologist, PhD, MA, LCAT, BC-DMT, CMA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I am a licensed psychologist/psychoanalyst with over 20 years of practice in psychotherapy and body/mind approaches. If you experience trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship problems, I am dedicated to helping you. I'll work with you on becoming aware of unresolved issues that limit your choices and freedom in life by attending carefully to your narrative and experience. Emphasis is on an exploration of your issues, and on the therapeutic relationship. In addition, our group has a team of experts/clinicians who are trained in a variety of approaches and issues. Please see the website for more info: WWW.SYNCPSYCH.COM
I am a licensed psychologist/psychoanalyst with over 20 years of practice in psychotherapy and body/mind approaches. If you experience trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship problems, I am dedicated to helping you. I'll work with you on becoming aware of unresolved issues that limit your choices and freedom in life by attending carefully to your narrative and experience. Emphasis is on an exploration of your issues, and on the therapeutic relationship. In addition, our group has a team of experts/clinicians who are trained in a variety of approaches and issues. Please see the website for more info: WWW.SYNCPSYCH.COM
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Vanina Lerman-Waters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Psych
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I have worked with children, adolescents and adults, counseling them on a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, self-esteem, life transitions, interpersonal relationships, parenting, and trauma, in a variety of settings.
I practice with a direct and compassionate focus on therapy; providing a safe, welcoming environment that allows for intimate therapeutic communication where trust and confidence come easily and naturally. Having been trained in psychoanalysis, I also incorporate CBT, ACT, narrative therapy and mindfulness to my practice. I am certified in EMDR and DBT as well as CSTIP (Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional).
I have worked with children, adolescents and adults, counseling them on a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, self-esteem, life transitions, interpersonal relationships, parenting, and trauma, in a variety of settings.
I practice with a direct and compassionate focus on therapy; providing a safe, welcoming environment that allows for intimate therapeutic communication where trust and confidence come easily and naturally. Having been trained in psychoanalysis, I also incorporate CBT, ACT, narrative therapy and mindfulness to my practice. I am certified in EMDR and DBT as well as CSTIP (Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional).
(561) 810-0281 View (561) 810-0281
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Baiyu Chen
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I work with people who suffer from depression, anxiety, phobias, childhood and more recent traumas, addictions, physical complaints that have no physiological explanations, and many other difficulties.
Before I came to New York, I was a lecturer in medical school and a neuroscientist. I was interested in the wonders of the brain from a scientist's point of view. My focus, over the last decade, has shifted from the brain to the mind. I think of psychoanalysis as a profound journey of understanding of oneself. Its purpose is to help people to understand feelings, behaviors, and habits that are troubling to them and to enrich their lives with new creativity, more fulfilling careers, and more meaningful relationships.
I work with people who suffer from depression, anxiety, phobias, childhood and more recent traumas, addictions, physical complaints that have no physiological explanations, and many other difficulties.
Before I came to New York, I was a lecturer in medical school and a neuroscientist. I was interested in the wonders of the brain from a scientist's point of view. My focus, over the last decade, has shifted from the brain to the mind. I think of psychoanalysis as a profound journey of understanding of oneself. Its purpose is to help people to understand feelings, behaviors, and habits that are troubling to them and to enrich their lives with new creativity, more fulfilling careers, and more meaningful relationships.
(646) 386-2301 View (646) 386-2301
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Maren Bush
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MFA, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
I am a therapist specializing in depression, anxiety, career transitions, relationships and interpersonal issues.  I work particularly well with performing artists, people struggling with grief, lack of self-esteem or self-confidence, eating disorders, as well as many other issues. I am a psychodynamic and psychoanalytically trained therapist, which means that I explore what has contributed to your current situation and, of course, what you can do about it now. There is no "one size fits all" approach to therapy; we find what is useful to you. I draw on my background as a yoga teacher, when applicable.
I am a therapist specializing in depression, anxiety, career transitions, relationships and interpersonal issues.  I work particularly well with performing artists, people struggling with grief, lack of self-esteem or self-confidence, eating disorders, as well as many other issues. I am a psychodynamic and psychoanalytically trained therapist, which means that I explore what has contributed to your current situation and, of course, what you can do about it now. There is no "one size fits all" approach to therapy; we find what is useful to you. I draw on my background as a yoga teacher, when applicable.
(332) 456-7138 View (332) 456-7138
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Natasha Moctezuma
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
My clinical experience includes a broad scope of presenting issues, including Anxiety and Mood Disorders, Depression, OCD Adjustment disorders, PTSD, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. Additionally, I have worked in inpatient, outpatient, community-based, and healthcare settings providing therapy, counseling, crisis intervention, and case management services to at-risk individuals. I am bilingual (English and Spanish speaking).
My clinical experience includes a broad scope of presenting issues, including Anxiety and Mood Disorders, Depression, OCD Adjustment disorders, PTSD, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. Additionally, I have worked in inpatient, outpatient, community-based, and healthcare settings providing therapy, counseling, crisis intervention, and case management services to at-risk individuals. I am bilingual (English and Spanish speaking).
(646) 395-9763 View (646) 395-9763
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Kenneth A Frank
Psychologist, MS, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I have over forty years of experience and have successfully worked with a wide variety of problems, including anxiety, depression, couples' relationships, and aging issues.
First, I invite you to learn more about me and my work by visiting my website. If you think we may be a match, we can arrange a complimentary 15-minute consultation. I offer this because I believe entering psychotherapy can be one of the most important, life-altering decisions you ever make. Your decision to go into therapy probably was not easy, and the choice of a therapist deserves even greater consideration. You must, in addition to evaluating a therapist’s training and experience, find the right person. Success depends on a good “match” requiring empathy, trust, safety, and respect, sometimes spiced with humor and playfulness.
I have over forty years of experience and have successfully worked with a wide variety of problems, including anxiety, depression, couples' relationships, and aging issues.
First, I invite you to learn more about me and my work by visiting my website. If you think we may be a match, we can arrange a complimentary 15-minute consultation. I offer this because I believe entering psychotherapy can be one of the most important, life-altering decisions you ever make. Your decision to go into therapy probably was not easy, and the choice of a therapist deserves even greater consideration. You must, in addition to evaluating a therapist’s training and experience, find the right person. Success depends on a good “match” requiring empathy, trust, safety, and respect, sometimes spiced with humor and playfulness.
(646) 651-4354 View (646) 651-4354
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Amy Calmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
We all have the ability to heal from our pain. I am committed to reducing suffering and fostering hope. Studies confirm the most positive outcome from therapy is based on the strength of the therapeutic relationship. I strive to create an empathic, safe, honest and collaborative environment where you are supported and deeply understood. I have successfully treated depression, anxiety, trauma, complicated grief, PTSD, dual diagnosis, and a broad spectrum of disorders. I believe part of this success is my focus on you as a person - not solely on the issue or disorder. It is possible to lead a more fulfilled and meaningful life.
We all have the ability to heal from our pain. I am committed to reducing suffering and fostering hope. Studies confirm the most positive outcome from therapy is based on the strength of the therapeutic relationship. I strive to create an empathic, safe, honest and collaborative environment where you are supported and deeply understood. I have successfully treated depression, anxiety, trauma, complicated grief, PTSD, dual diagnosis, and a broad spectrum of disorders. I believe part of this success is my focus on you as a person - not solely on the issue or disorder. It is possible to lead a more fulfilled and meaningful life.
(646) 681-2490 View (646) 681-2490
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Emily Weinstein
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
I work with teen and adult clients who may be struggling with anxiety or depression.
I believe that self-acceptance and compassion are crucial in creating meaningful change. Together, we will explore ways to cope with whatever challenges life presents. I am a cognitive behavioral (CBT) therapist specializing in anxiety and depression with a strong interest in mindfulness techniques. My approach is client-centered, genuine, and holistic, incorporating relevant evidence-based techniques to support your growth according to your specific needs.
I work with teen and adult clients who may be struggling with anxiety or depression.
I believe that self-acceptance and compassion are crucial in creating meaningful change. Together, we will explore ways to cope with whatever challenges life presents. I am a cognitive behavioral (CBT) therapist specializing in anxiety and depression with a strong interest in mindfulness techniques. My approach is client-centered, genuine, and holistic, incorporating relevant evidence-based techniques to support your growth according to your specific needs.
(929) 209-5750 View (929) 209-5750
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Julia Sanchez
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
Do you find anxiety or depression getting in the way of your personal and career goals? Sometimes you may find yourself feeling sad and lonely, and it feels so overwhelming that you prefer to not socialize. You may feel like you will never get out of this place where the anxiety and depression cripple you. Perhaps, it has been difficult for you to be in a relationship or relationships never work out. I can help you get back on track with your life. I can help you overcome stressors or obstacles that are in getting in the way of you living a better life.
Do you find anxiety or depression getting in the way of your personal and career goals? Sometimes you may find yourself feeling sad and lonely, and it feels so overwhelming that you prefer to not socialize. You may feel like you will never get out of this place where the anxiety and depression cripple you. Perhaps, it has been difficult for you to be in a relationship or relationships never work out. I can help you get back on track with your life. I can help you overcome stressors or obstacles that are in getting in the way of you living a better life.
(516) 701-3018 View (516) 701-3018
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Monika Jamrozek-Burra
Counselor, MA, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
Almost all issues can be treated via these modalities starting from relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, grief, etc.
If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey to the true essence of you, and create the life you desire and deserve, I invite you to my practice. It is time to release all that does not serve you and replenish with all that optimizes your experience here and now. "Happiness is your Birthright.' My years of experience and training can guide you there. Please feel free to find me on http://www.therapyandbeyondcenter.com/appointments where you can book directly and write to me at mburra@therapyandbeyondcenter.com should you have any additional questions.
Almost all issues can be treated via these modalities starting from relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, grief, etc.
If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey to the true essence of you, and create the life you desire and deserve, I invite you to my practice. It is time to release all that does not serve you and replenish with all that optimizes your experience here and now. "Happiness is your Birthright.' My years of experience and training can guide you there. Please feel free to find me on http://www.therapyandbeyondcenter.com/appointments where you can book directly and write to me at mburra@therapyandbeyondcenter.com should you have any additional questions.
(646) 798-9604 View (646) 798-9604
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Caroline Goan
MFT-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
Her experience includes working with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, sexual identity, trauma, grief, and stage of life transitions.
Caroline believes that every person has within themselves an inherent wisdom, and the capacity to heal, grow and thrive. With an open-heart and empathetic approach, Caroline collaborates with her clients to explore their inner worlds and outer relationships as a path to self-discovery, transformation and healing. Deeply curious, she pursues an understanding of each client’s unique story, and provides tools to help her clients uncover how past and present experiences influence what makes us who we are.
Her experience includes working with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, sexual identity, trauma, grief, and stage of life transitions.
Caroline believes that every person has within themselves an inherent wisdom, and the capacity to heal, grow and thrive. With an open-heart and empathetic approach, Caroline collaborates with her clients to explore their inner worlds and outer relationships as a path to self-discovery, transformation and healing. Deeply curious, she pursues an understanding of each client’s unique story, and provides tools to help her clients uncover how past and present experiences influence what makes us who we are.
(332) 244-2917 View (332) 244-2917
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Amanda Allen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in psychotherapy for adults with depression, anxiety, self-esteem difficulties, problems coping with trauma, relationship issues, and general life stressors. My approach to therapy is rooted in cognitive behavioral theory (CBT) but personalized to address each individual's strengths, needs, and goals. I know that finding the right therapist can be a difficult process - and it's important to find the right "match," both in terms of style and specialization. I offer free initial phone consultations so that we can discuss your needs and assess this fit.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in psychotherapy for adults with depression, anxiety, self-esteem difficulties, problems coping with trauma, relationship issues, and general life stressors. My approach to therapy is rooted in cognitive behavioral theory (CBT) but personalized to address each individual's strengths, needs, and goals. I know that finding the right therapist can be a difficult process - and it's important to find the right "match," both in terms of style and specialization. I offer free initial phone consultations so that we can discuss your needs and assess this fit.
(646) 791-3201 View (646) 791-3201
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Neil Patel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults with concerns regarding relationships, career/life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and trauma.
I meet my clients where they are through an acceptance, holistic, client-centered, and nonjudgmental perspective. I integrate multiple approaches including psychodynamic, acceptance-based, and values in order to guide my clients towards healing and growth. I tailor evidence-based and effective treatments to the needs of my clients. My style is collaborative, open, and curious. I want to foster comfort for my clients. Together we can create space that feels safe for you. My goal is to find a pathway in understanding ourselves in the service of finding and achieving our true values and happiness.
I specialize in working with adults with concerns regarding relationships, career/life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and trauma.
I meet my clients where they are through an acceptance, holistic, client-centered, and nonjudgmental perspective. I integrate multiple approaches including psychodynamic, acceptance-based, and values in order to guide my clients towards healing and growth. I tailor evidence-based and effective treatments to the needs of my clients. My style is collaborative, open, and curious. I want to foster comfort for my clients. Together we can create space that feels safe for you. My goal is to find a pathway in understanding ourselves in the service of finding and achieving our true values and happiness.
(332) 237-7882 View (332) 237-7882
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Kazue Wada Block
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I can help you when you are: Feeling depressed, sad, panicky or anxious. Having difficulty with work/school, breaking up a relationship or seeking how to repair a relationship. Just wanting to be heard and understood. Seeking to make positive transitions, self-growth and improve yourself. I offer: Psychotherapy that can be the best for "YOU". Psychological insights, help find ways to cope with stress and best solutions. Finding a perfect therapist is a courageous important first step to achieving your goal! My practice is located in NYC, Westchester and Long Island. I will respond your inquiry within 24 hours.
I can help you when you are: Feeling depressed, sad, panicky or anxious. Having difficulty with work/school, breaking up a relationship or seeking how to repair a relationship. Just wanting to be heard and understood. Seeking to make positive transitions, self-growth and improve yourself. I offer: Psychotherapy that can be the best for "YOU". Psychological insights, help find ways to cope with stress and best solutions. Finding a perfect therapist is a courageous important first step to achieving your goal! My practice is located in NYC, Westchester and Long Island. I will respond your inquiry within 24 hours.
(646) 553-6332 View (646) 553-6332
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Jess Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, A-CBT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
At Collaborative CBT, we specialize in treating individuals with depression, anxiety, OCD and relationship issues.
I am passionate and committed to working with my clients to change thinking patterns and behaviors leading to happier, more satisfying lives. I will work with you to set goals and focus on achieving them! I believe that feeling comfortable in therapy is crucial and that your connection to your therapist is most valuable. Because of this, I have multiple clinicians at the practice to make sure that everyone finds the right fit for them. I am a certified in CBT and use this approach to teach clients to be their own therapists!
At Collaborative CBT, we specialize in treating individuals with depression, anxiety, OCD and relationship issues.
I am passionate and committed to working with my clients to change thinking patterns and behaviors leading to happier, more satisfying lives. I will work with you to set goals and focus on achieving them! I believe that feeling comfortable in therapy is crucial and that your connection to your therapist is most valuable. Because of this, I have multiple clinicians at the practice to make sure that everyone finds the right fit for them. I am a certified in CBT and use this approach to teach clients to be their own therapists!
(646) 755-3487 View (646) 755-3487
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Sara Sadek
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
As a clinical psychologist, I believe that knowledge, awareness, and insight are the cornerstones of therapy. By helping increase emotional awareness and identifying their related thoughts and behaviors, I facilitate understanding of causes and triggers for anxiety, depression, and interpersonal conflict. An appreciation of each individual's unique background and encounters is crucial in comprehending how one relates to new information and experiences. I tailor empirically supported treatment to address emotional distress, and believe we are all active participants in our health and wellness. With the correct tools and insight, we can lead emotionally healthy, successful, and meaningful lives.
As a clinical psychologist, I believe that knowledge, awareness, and insight are the cornerstones of therapy. By helping increase emotional awareness and identifying their related thoughts and behaviors, I facilitate understanding of causes and triggers for anxiety, depression, and interpersonal conflict. An appreciation of each individual's unique background and encounters is crucial in comprehending how one relates to new information and experiences. I tailor empirically supported treatment to address emotional distress, and believe we are all active participants in our health and wellness. With the correct tools and insight, we can lead emotionally healthy, successful, and meaningful lives.
(646) 603-0351 View (646) 603-0351
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Rebecca Chalmers
Psychologist, PsyD, MFA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I use a practical approach to treat problems such as anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders that may keep us from what we desire.
Therapy is an experience that can benefit everyone. It allows us to take the time to look closely at ourselves. It can help us manage difficult life changes and improve our relationships. Everyone experiences stress and worry, and speaking with a psychologist who is nonjudgmental and objective can help us understand how to achieve our professional, personal, and relationship goals.
I use a practical approach to treat problems such as anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders that may keep us from what we desire.
Therapy is an experience that can benefit everyone. It allows us to take the time to look closely at ourselves. It can help us manage difficult life changes and improve our relationships. Everyone experiences stress and worry, and speaking with a psychologist who is nonjudgmental and objective can help us understand how to achieve our professional, personal, and relationship goals.
(646) 699-3875 View (646) 699-3875
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Rebecca Block
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
Specialties: anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, addictions, self-esteem, relationship difficulties.
Life presents us with challenges; everyone experiences a degree of distress or worry along the way. Psychotherapy provides a safe, supportive partnership in which you can begin to understand your experiences, identify areas you'd like to change, build on strengths, and ultimately make choices to create a greater sense of well-being. Many individuals I work with are intelligent, accomplished people who feel they could benefit from a deeper exploration of the questions they are encountering with respect to career, relationships or personal identity. Additionally, I have an interest in working on issues specific to artists and creative professionals.
Specialties: anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, addictions, self-esteem, relationship difficulties.
Life presents us with challenges; everyone experiences a degree of distress or worry along the way. Psychotherapy provides a safe, supportive partnership in which you can begin to understand your experiences, identify areas you'd like to change, build on strengths, and ultimately make choices to create a greater sense of well-being. Many individuals I work with are intelligent, accomplished people who feel they could benefit from a deeper exploration of the questions they are encountering with respect to career, relationships or personal identity. Additionally, I have an interest in working on issues specific to artists and creative professionals.
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Rajivan Maniam | Sgb For Anxiety Ptsd Depression
MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
Hello! I'm a double board-certified physician with 9+ years of experience and a provider at Stella Center New York. I provide patients with biological interventions for mental health challenges like PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I offer in-office medical treatments for mental health, like stellate ganglion blocks (SGB) and ketamine infusion therapy, paired with trauma-informed teletherapy to bring dramatic healing in the window of transformation following treatment. Symptoms we treat include disrupted sleep, panic attacks, irritability, hypervigilance, and more.
Hello! I'm a double board-certified physician with 9+ years of experience and a provider at Stella Center New York. I provide patients with biological interventions for mental health challenges like PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I offer in-office medical treatments for mental health, like stellate ganglion blocks (SGB) and ketamine infusion therapy, paired with trauma-informed teletherapy to bring dramatic healing in the window of transformation following treatment. Symptoms we treat include disrupted sleep, panic attacks, irritability, hypervigilance, and more.
(332) 895-6217 View (332) 895-6217
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Shinhee Han
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
I enjoy working with college and graduate students and adults who are interested in exploring their identity, purpose and life. I specialize in Asian and Asian American, transracial adoptees, and LGBTQ clients. I also enjoy working with creative people, including writers and artists. Their issues, needs and goals might include academic struggles, career decisions, family and relationship issues, as well as immigration and assimilation concerns. My clients typically seek therapy to find relief from anxiety, depression, relationship stress, trauma and work block.
I enjoy working with college and graduate students and adults who are interested in exploring their identity, purpose and life. I specialize in Asian and Asian American, transracial adoptees, and LGBTQ clients. I also enjoy working with creative people, including writers and artists. Their issues, needs and goals might include academic struggles, career decisions, family and relationship issues, as well as immigration and assimilation concerns. My clients typically seek therapy to find relief from anxiety, depression, relationship stress, trauma and work block.
(646) 362-8529 View (646) 362-8529
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.