Depression Therapists in 49048
Sandrena Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49048 (Online Only)
Stressful life events can make you feel as though your world is unraveling. Seeking help with navigating challenges can be difficult, overwhelming, and scary; but that is the first step in the healing process. My great passion is supporting adults and teens with stressful or traumatic experiences, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. I create a nonjudgmental and empathetic space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and beliefs.
Stressful life events can make you feel as though your world is unraveling. Seeking help with navigating challenges can be difficult, overwhelming, and scary; but that is the first step in the healing process. My great passion is supporting adults and teens with stressful or traumatic experiences, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. I create a nonjudgmental and empathetic space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and beliefs.
I have experience working with abuse/neglect clients, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.
Are you struggling with a loss of interest in normal activities or with a feeling of hopelessness, do you feel consumed with grief, struggle meeting goals, maybe you find it difficult to communicate effectively with family, coworkers, or friends. Life has many transitions and you may need help coping with them (new or loss of a job, college, empty nest, separation, parenting etc). I offer you a safe nonjudgmental space to assist you with finding solutions to your concerns. I am a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor & Limited Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist & I can't wait to help you through your therapeutic journey.
I have experience working with abuse/neglect clients, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.
Are you struggling with a loss of interest in normal activities or with a feeling of hopelessness, do you feel consumed with grief, struggle meeting goals, maybe you find it difficult to communicate effectively with family, coworkers, or friends. Life has many transitions and you may need help coping with them (new or loss of a job, college, empty nest, separation, parenting etc). I offer you a safe nonjudgmental space to assist you with finding solutions to your concerns. I am a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor & Limited Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist & I can't wait to help you through your therapeutic journey.
Nicole M Erickson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
We will discuss the things that may be causing you anxiety, depression, or other concerns.
Listening Tree Therapy is accepting new patients in a virtual setting at this time. I take pride in scheduling new patient sessions quickly while taking into account your schedule. Virtual appointments have proven to be both safe, effective and covered by insurance. Many patients find telemedicine convenient for their busy schedules, saving money and travel time. Many patients like the safety of being in their own space when meeting online. Please don’t sit in silence when help is just a phone call or an email away. Please reach out today so we can get you started on a healthier, happier lifestyle!
We will discuss the things that may be causing you anxiety, depression, or other concerns.
Listening Tree Therapy is accepting new patients in a virtual setting at this time. I take pride in scheduling new patient sessions quickly while taking into account your schedule. Virtual appointments have proven to be both safe, effective and covered by insurance. Many patients find telemedicine convenient for their busy schedules, saving money and travel time. Many patients like the safety of being in their own space when meeting online. Please don’t sit in silence when help is just a phone call or an email away. Please reach out today so we can get you started on a healthier, happier lifestyle!
Cathy Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LLP, RD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
My knowledge and experience include working with clients of bariatric surgery, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, self esteem, divorce and grief.
I provide a caring, confidential, nonjudgemental environment for adolescents and adults to explore issues of disordered eating, depression and life transitions including divorce, death and grief. In addition to my counseling profession, I am also a Registered Dietitian (RD), with an increased focus on food being used to soothe emotions. My interest is to help individuals using a whole person approach with empirically supported treatments to reach increased health, well being and simply to live their best life. Together we will explore obstacles to making changes and motivation.
My knowledge and experience include working with clients of bariatric surgery, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, self esteem, divorce and grief.
I provide a caring, confidential, nonjudgemental environment for adolescents and adults to explore issues of disordered eating, depression and life transitions including divorce, death and grief. In addition to my counseling profession, I am also a Registered Dietitian (RD), with an increased focus on food being used to soothe emotions. My interest is to help individuals using a whole person approach with empirically supported treatments to reach increased health, well being and simply to live their best life. Together we will explore obstacles to making changes and motivation.
Lacey Merchant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49048 (Online Only)
There are times in our lives when we need more guidance and support to navigate the obstacles in front of us. Sometimes we need a little help coming to terms with the past. I enjoy helping people to overcome their past and present struggles to live their best lives. My approach is supportive and non-judgmental. I will help you develop your goals and acheive them. My specialties include depression, anxiety, life transitions, LGTBQ+, family conflict and behavioral issues.
There are times in our lives when we need more guidance and support to navigate the obstacles in front of us. Sometimes we need a little help coming to terms with the past. I enjoy helping people to overcome their past and present struggles to live their best lives. My approach is supportive and non-judgmental. I will help you develop your goals and acheive them. My specialties include depression, anxiety, life transitions, LGTBQ+, family conflict and behavioral issues.
Our counseling exists to serve individuals and couples through professional counseling. Our counseling goal is to impact lives on a spiritual, emotional, and mental level. Counseling also involves the sharing of personal problems, concerns, and stories with a professional who is skilled at helping the client or clients come to a resolution or solution about their particular situation. The general goals for the client are that he or she can identify the issue(s), develop a plan of action, and then implement that plan to move forward and progress in spite of their spiritual, emotional and/or mental setbacks.
Our counseling exists to serve individuals and couples through professional counseling. Our counseling goal is to impact lives on a spiritual, emotional, and mental level. Counseling also involves the sharing of personal problems, concerns, and stories with a professional who is skilled at helping the client or clients come to a resolution or solution about their particular situation. The general goals for the client are that he or she can identify the issue(s), develop a plan of action, and then implement that plan to move forward and progress in spite of their spiritual, emotional and/or mental setbacks.
I began as a life coach and became a therapist in 2017 because I wanted to help people in a deeper way. I adjust to your pace: maybe you are coming in with a concern about something that happened recently and you just want another person's insight on it; or maybe you have past trauma that you'd like to finally unhook from. With deeper work, I like to get an idea of your whole picture -- emotionally, psychologically and spiritually -- so I can help you reach whatever goal or resolve whatever issue you come in with.
I began as a life coach and became a therapist in 2017 because I wanted to help people in a deeper way. I adjust to your pace: maybe you are coming in with a concern about something that happened recently and you just want another person's insight on it; or maybe you have past trauma that you'd like to finally unhook from. With deeper work, I like to get an idea of your whole picture -- emotionally, psychologically and spiritually -- so I can help you reach whatever goal or resolve whatever issue you come in with.
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. Are you ready to make a change in your life? It takes courage to ask for help, but the rewards of doing so can lead to a lifetime of fulfillment. I understand and have experienced the emotional challenges life has to offer. In working together, we will cultivate growth by understanding the obstacles that you face and develop solutions that can help you gain control of your life and achieve your goals. Ultimately, therapy can lead you to greater self-awareness, self-esteem, and most importantly, a more fulfilling life. Evenings and Weekends work great!
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. Are you ready to make a change in your life? It takes courage to ask for help, but the rewards of doing so can lead to a lifetime of fulfillment. I understand and have experienced the emotional challenges life has to offer. In working together, we will cultivate growth by understanding the obstacles that you face and develop solutions that can help you gain control of your life and achieve your goals. Ultimately, therapy can lead you to greater self-awareness, self-esteem, and most importantly, a more fulfilling life. Evenings and Weekends work great!
Anthony J Zoulek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
We all have a story, our life’s journey to the present moment; a set of experiences that has contributed to our brain’s development and the way we interact with the world. Sometimes the path we are on becomes dark and we could use a guide to point us towards the light. Around 90% of the United States population has endured at least one traumatic event in their life, trauma drastically affects the body and needs to be appropriately processed. I provide quality, compassionate, and confidential care to every individual by using a collaborative approach that supports them in navigating the many challenges we may face in our lifetime.
We all have a story, our life’s journey to the present moment; a set of experiences that has contributed to our brain’s development and the way we interact with the world. Sometimes the path we are on becomes dark and we could use a guide to point us towards the light. Around 90% of the United States population has endured at least one traumatic event in their life, trauma drastically affects the body and needs to be appropriately processed. I provide quality, compassionate, and confidential care to every individual by using a collaborative approach that supports them in navigating the many challenges we may face in our lifetime.
Mary Jo Baweja
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49048 (Online Only)
It's time for you to take care of you. I would be honored to partner with you in your continued journey of life.
It's time for you to take care of you. I would be honored to partner with you in your continued journey of life.
Samantha L Wheeler
Psychologist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49048 (Online Only)
Empowering you to thrive and find peace within. Take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow by scheduling a session with me today.
Empowering you to thrive and find peace within. Take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow by scheduling a session with me today.
Chad Robert Westmaas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
Counseling is deeply personal and relational in nature. I strive to create a place of safety and hope for all those who would seek counseling with me. I work to maintain a trauma informed and multicultural practice; meaning that I understand and am sensitive to the effects of trauma as well as the impact that culture has on the lives of my clients. As such I endeavor to practice in a way that welcomes and embraces individuals from all different backgrounds.
Counseling is deeply personal and relational in nature. I strive to create a place of safety and hope for all those who would seek counseling with me. I work to maintain a trauma informed and multicultural practice; meaning that I understand and am sensitive to the effects of trauma as well as the impact that culture has on the lives of my clients. As such I endeavor to practice in a way that welcomes and embraces individuals from all different backgrounds.
Danielle Mott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
I value openness to new experiences, to different ways of thinking, to honest conversations, to more authentic ways of living. My goal is for the therapy environment to be characterized by openness, where there are no taboo topics and you’re supported in talking about anything. I’m committed to providing an open, affirming therapy experience, where therapy helps you open doors to more genuine and more effective ways of engaging in life.
I value openness to new experiences, to different ways of thinking, to honest conversations, to more authentic ways of living. My goal is for the therapy environment to be characterized by openness, where there are no taboo topics and you’re supported in talking about anything. I’m committed to providing an open, affirming therapy experience, where therapy helps you open doors to more genuine and more effective ways of engaging in life.
Jesenia Forbes
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
Not accepting new clients
Currently accepting New Clients! As a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor, I am deeply passionate about supporting the emotional and mental well-being of adolescents and young adults. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I strive to create a safe and nurturing space where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and emotions from all walks of life. I have experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Currently accepting New Clients! As a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor, I am deeply passionate about supporting the emotional and mental well-being of adolescents and young adults. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I strive to create a safe and nurturing space where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and emotions from all walks of life. I have experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Gabrielle Grace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49048 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
As a plus sized African American woman, and a proud member of the queer community, I am no stranger to religious trauma, confining closets, family rejection and making myself feel small for the comfort of others. For these reasons, I am dedicated to creating a safe and empowering environment where you can breathe deeply, take up space, and be your truest and most authentic self. Whether you're struggling with your gender identity and sexuality, racial identity & discrimination, body image & self esteem or dealing with mental health issues, I am here to support you while you navigate that journey.
As a plus sized African American woman, and a proud member of the queer community, I am no stranger to religious trauma, confining closets, family rejection and making myself feel small for the comfort of others. For these reasons, I am dedicated to creating a safe and empowering environment where you can breathe deeply, take up space, and be your truest and most authentic self. Whether you're struggling with your gender identity and sexuality, racial identity & discrimination, body image & self esteem or dealing with mental health issues, I am here to support you while you navigate that journey.
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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.