Depression Therapists in 80634

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Dana Krumholz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634
She is prepared to work on a variety of life issues you may be facing, including everything from healing from past trauma; to managing depression, anxiety, and stress; to supporting your journey to becoming sober or maintaining sobriety from substances.
Dana is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Addictions Counselor who has been practicing since 2011. She graduated from University of Northern Colorado with a degree in Clinical Counseling. Her training includes CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Relapse Prevention, and Motivational Interviewing, all of which she utilizes to help you reach your goals.
She is prepared to work on a variety of life issues you may be facing, including everything from healing from past trauma; to managing depression, anxiety, and stress; to supporting your journey to becoming sober or maintaining sobriety from substances.
Dana is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Addictions Counselor who has been practicing since 2011. She graduated from University of Northern Colorado with a degree in Clinical Counseling. Her training includes CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Relapse Prevention, and Motivational Interviewing, all of which she utilizes to help you reach your goals.
(970) 636-1837 View (970) 636-1837
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Velvet Flint
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greeley, CO 80634
Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, family dynamic issues, marital/couples struggles, divorce, abuse, domestic violence, or foster care/adoption concerns, Velvet can offer support, guidance, and relief.
When you first meet Velvet, you'll feel welcomed (and put at ease) by her gentle and caring presence. Velvet will help you feel heard, understood, and validated. As you continue to work together, you'll feel encouraged, supported, and guided as you navigate your way through difficult times. Velvet understands that it takes courage to begin therapy, so she'll take the time needed to build a comfortable rapport. She'll then help you use your strengths, positive attributes and talents to get through the tough times and become the best version of yourself. Velvet has experience caring for individuals from ages 2 to 91.
Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, family dynamic issues, marital/couples struggles, divorce, abuse, domestic violence, or foster care/adoption concerns, Velvet can offer support, guidance, and relief.
When you first meet Velvet, you'll feel welcomed (and put at ease) by her gentle and caring presence. Velvet will help you feel heard, understood, and validated. As you continue to work together, you'll feel encouraged, supported, and guided as you navigate your way through difficult times. Velvet understands that it takes courage to begin therapy, so she'll take the time needed to build a comfortable rapport. She'll then help you use your strengths, positive attributes and talents to get through the tough times and become the best version of yourself. Velvet has experience caring for individuals from ages 2 to 91.
(970) 717-1091 View (970) 717-1091
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Dana Kline
Counselor, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634
Traumatic life experiences can affect us in ways that are challenging to heal from, and those experiences can leave us feeling stuck and powerless to overcome. Not only can they damage us deeply, they can also damage our relationships. I am dedicated to helping my clients heal from damaging or traumatic life experiences, and to find freedom from barriers that can hinder the healing process. My expertise includes advanced training in traumatic stress, including survivors of sexual abuse, domestic abuse, ritualistic abuse, and emotional and spiritual abuse, depression, anxiety, marriage and couples counseling.
Traumatic life experiences can affect us in ways that are challenging to heal from, and those experiences can leave us feeling stuck and powerless to overcome. Not only can they damage us deeply, they can also damage our relationships. I am dedicated to helping my clients heal from damaging or traumatic life experiences, and to find freedom from barriers that can hinder the healing process. My expertise includes advanced training in traumatic stress, including survivors of sexual abuse, domestic abuse, ritualistic abuse, and emotional and spiritual abuse, depression, anxiety, marriage and couples counseling.
(720) 580-6542 View (720) 580-6542
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Gabriela Camacho
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634
Gabriela will welcome you into a friendly, caring, and safe environment where you'll feel safe to express your concerns. She'll listen to you and validate your feelings. With warmth and compassion, she'll support you in working to heal and build the life you want to live. Individuals, couples and families who work with Gabriela overcome many of life's struggles, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, defiant behavior, attention deficit, and hyperactive behavior. She uses active listening and motivational interviewing along with CBT, DBT, behavior modification, and solution-focused therapy to empower clients.
Gabriela will welcome you into a friendly, caring, and safe environment where you'll feel safe to express your concerns. She'll listen to you and validate your feelings. With warmth and compassion, she'll support you in working to heal and build the life you want to live. Individuals, couples and families who work with Gabriela overcome many of life's struggles, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, defiant behavior, attention deficit, and hyperactive behavior. She uses active listening and motivational interviewing along with CBT, DBT, behavior modification, and solution-focused therapy to empower clients.
(970) 665-4563 View (970) 665-4563
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Anne Knack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634  (Online Only)
Specifically, they can expect to overcome daily stressors, interpersonal relationship issues, and learn skills to best cope with short-term or ongoing mental health disorders, such as depression, anxiety, OCD, postpartum disorders, bipolar disorder, gender identity disorders, and PTSD.
Anne invites you into a safe space where you'll be empowered and motivated to work on a therapeutic level. Her empathy and understanding will help you feel okay to show up just as you are and to be emotionally vulnerable as you share your thoughts. Generally, Anne's clients can expect to reach their desired goals emotionally, mentally, and holistically.
Specifically, they can expect to overcome daily stressors, interpersonal relationship issues, and learn skills to best cope with short-term or ongoing mental health disorders, such as depression, anxiety, OCD, postpartum disorders, bipolar disorder, gender identity disorders, and PTSD.
Anne invites you into a safe space where you'll be empowered and motivated to work on a therapeutic level. Her empathy and understanding will help you feel okay to show up just as you are and to be emotionally vulnerable as you share your thoughts. Generally, Anne's clients can expect to reach their desired goals emotionally, mentally, and holistically.
(970) 367-1314 View (970) 367-1314
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Jiovanna Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634
My name is Jiovanna Hernandez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for working with people of all ages struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and trauma to help them find ways to create new paths and walk successfully through them. My approach is unique to each person I work with, as everyone has different needs. Whether our sessions are activity-based, learning-based, processing day-to-day struggles, or past issues, I will meet you where you are and we can begin your healing journey, together.
My name is Jiovanna Hernandez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for working with people of all ages struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and trauma to help them find ways to create new paths and walk successfully through them. My approach is unique to each person I work with, as everyone has different needs. Whether our sessions are activity-based, learning-based, processing day-to-day struggles, or past issues, I will meet you where you are and we can begin your healing journey, together.
(970) 514-5642 View (970) 514-5642
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Susan Schneeberger
PsyD, RN
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634
Hello, and welcome! Are you finding life's challenges pretty overwhelming at times? I've been there, and I understand. I can help you explore those challenges and find the best way for you to address them. Are you at a crossroads in your journey, feeling that there must be more in life for you to experience? I've been helping clients with these and other concerns for over 35 years. I can help with anxiety, depression, gender and sexuality issues, health concerns, and grief and loss. Your sessions with me will be at least a full 60 minutes; I just don't believe in the "50 minute hour!" My education and experience as a registered nurse and psychotherapist allows me to provide you with an integrated and holistic approach to whatever you are experiencing in your life. Our emotions and mental status are always intertwined with our physical health and need to be approached as a whole. I also believe that we are more than our mind/body selves. There are aspects to our lives that cannot be explained by traditional studies, and these need to be acknowledged, too.
Hello, and welcome! Are you finding life's challenges pretty overwhelming at times? I've been there, and I understand. I can help you explore those challenges and find the best way for you to address them. Are you at a crossroads in your journey, feeling that there must be more in life for you to experience? I've been helping clients with these and other concerns for over 35 years. I can help with anxiety, depression, gender and sexuality issues, health concerns, and grief and loss. Your sessions with me will be at least a full 60 minutes; I just don't believe in the "50 minute hour!" My education and experience as a registered nurse and psychotherapist allows me to provide you with an integrated and holistic approach to whatever you are experiencing in your life. Our emotions and mental status are always intertwined with our physical health and need to be approached as a whole. I also believe that we are more than our mind/body selves. There are aspects to our lives that cannot be explained by traditional studies, and these need to be acknowledged, too.
(970) 372-1390 View (970) 372-1390
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Beth Chapman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634
Welcome! I am Beth Chapman I am a Licensed Professional Counselor serving Coloradans via teletherapy. and I celebrate your courage in searching for this site! My approach is to celebrate the individual's strengths, in nonjudgmental collaboration, which leverages the mind-body-heart connection. I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, workplace stress, life transitions, relationship issues, LGBTQ+, and coping skills in today's ever-changing environment. I appreciate the cultural diversity of my clients who range from early childhood up to 80 wonderful years of life.
Welcome! I am Beth Chapman I am a Licensed Professional Counselor serving Coloradans via teletherapy. and I celebrate your courage in searching for this site! My approach is to celebrate the individual's strengths, in nonjudgmental collaboration, which leverages the mind-body-heart connection. I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, workplace stress, life transitions, relationship issues, LGBTQ+, and coping skills in today's ever-changing environment. I appreciate the cultural diversity of my clients who range from early childhood up to 80 wonderful years of life.
(970) 876-3732 View (970) 876-3732
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Lauren Cito
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Greeley, CO 80634
Aside from Depression, Anxiety and stress, I specialize in trauma, ADHD, domestic violence/relationship issues, parenting struggles, prenatal and postpartum struggles, personality disorders and family members as well.
Every season of life comes with different stress and hurdles. Those challenges can lead us to feeling overwhelmed or stuck whether that be due to relationship troubles, parenting struggles or any other reason. If you have found yourself in a pattern that is not allowing you to grow in the ways you want, I may be the right therapist for you. My clients often come to me when they are emotionally drained and just want to feel better and function better. I am here to walk alongside you and help untangle your thoughts and emotions, regardless of the reason or root cause.
Aside from Depression, Anxiety and stress, I specialize in trauma, ADHD, domestic violence/relationship issues, parenting struggles, prenatal and postpartum struggles, personality disorders and family members as well.
Every season of life comes with different stress and hurdles. Those challenges can lead us to feeling overwhelmed or stuck whether that be due to relationship troubles, parenting struggles or any other reason. If you have found yourself in a pattern that is not allowing you to grow in the ways you want, I may be the right therapist for you. My clients often come to me when they are emotionally drained and just want to feel better and function better. I am here to walk alongside you and help untangle your thoughts and emotions, regardless of the reason or root cause.
(970) 762-2642 View (970) 762-2642
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Louise Zimmerman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634  (Online Only)
My best work is with women who are suffering from PTSD, depression, and anxiety. If you're experiencing symptoms associated with these diagnoses or disorders with personality, mood, or substances then set up a time with me to consult with you. I am passionate about treating individuals who want to go beyond a diagnosis, are unsure about a diagnosis, or don't feel comfortable with a diagnosis. There is much more to therapy and healing than what is laid out in the DSM we are all too familiar with in America. I made a conscious decision to learn Buddhist Psychology in order to go beyond the norm in order to help my clients.
My best work is with women who are suffering from PTSD, depression, and anxiety. If you're experiencing symptoms associated with these diagnoses or disorders with personality, mood, or substances then set up a time with me to consult with you. I am passionate about treating individuals who want to go beyond a diagnosis, are unsure about a diagnosis, or don't feel comfortable with a diagnosis. There is much more to therapy and healing than what is laid out in the DSM we are all too familiar with in America. I made a conscious decision to learn Buddhist Psychology in order to go beyond the norm in order to help my clients.
(720) 640-8696 View (720) 640-8696
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Liz Willard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634
Anxiety, depression and self critical thoughts can take the joy from our lives and leave us feeling hopeless and alone. Our relationship with food may be unhealthy and we may feel suicidal or compelled to self harm. We want to move through the world with confidence while living a life of purpose but are overwhelmed and feel stuck. Goals go unmet, and our world becomes smaller as we resist challenges in our social life, school and career, out of fear and discomfort. We want to have more friends, do well in school and have a satisfying job or family life. We want to be happy and fulfilled.
Anxiety, depression and self critical thoughts can take the joy from our lives and leave us feeling hopeless and alone. Our relationship with food may be unhealthy and we may feel suicidal or compelled to self harm. We want to move through the world with confidence while living a life of purpose but are overwhelmed and feel stuck. Goals go unmet, and our world becomes smaller as we resist challenges in our social life, school and career, out of fear and discomfort. We want to have more friends, do well in school and have a satisfying job or family life. We want to be happy and fulfilled.
(970) 707-0476 View (970) 707-0476
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Adriana Ramirez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634
You'll feel heard, understood, and soothed in the caring presence of Adriana. Her empathy, humor, and compassion will make you feel valued. Adriana Ramirez is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Addictions Counselor who has been practicing since 2008. She graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a Master's degree in Clinical Counseling. Adriana helps her clients overcome many life challenges that include depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse. Through active listening and non-judgmental methods, she creates a specialized treatment plan that is tailored for each client.
You'll feel heard, understood, and soothed in the caring presence of Adriana. Her empathy, humor, and compassion will make you feel valued. Adriana Ramirez is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Addictions Counselor who has been practicing since 2008. She graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a Master's degree in Clinical Counseling. Adriana helps her clients overcome many life challenges that include depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse. Through active listening and non-judgmental methods, she creates a specialized treatment plan that is tailored for each client.
(970) 648-5369 View (970) 648-5369
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Leigh Ann Stiverson
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Greeley, CO 80634
I enjoy working with adults and adolescents and have worked with a variety of issues such as: anxiety/fears, depression, divorce, grief & loss, PTSD, self-esteem, suicidal ideation and family conflict.
It is important to find a counselor that is a good fit for you. While techniques, coping skills and tools have their place, I believe it is the relationship and trust built between the client and the counselor that are the main pathway in achieving insight and change. I would like to help you learn new and healthier ways to view your circumstance and to face the difficult times.
I enjoy working with adults and adolescents and have worked with a variety of issues such as: anxiety/fears, depression, divorce, grief & loss, PTSD, self-esteem, suicidal ideation and family conflict.
It is important to find a counselor that is a good fit for you. While techniques, coping skills and tools have their place, I believe it is the relationship and trust built between the client and the counselor that are the main pathway in achieving insight and change. I would like to help you learn new and healthier ways to view your circumstance and to face the difficult times.
(970) 707-0288 View (970) 707-0288
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Maria Esswein
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634
Her main areas of focus include women's issues, grief/life adjustments, trauma, anxiety and depression.
Maria Esswein is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing since August 2015. She graduated from The University of Missouri-St. Louis with a Master of Education in School Counseling. Maria believes in meeting client's where they're at, seeking to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and they strengths they already possess to proivde an individualized approach. Through establishing a strong alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Her main areas of focus include women's issues, grief/life adjustments, trauma, anxiety and depression.
Maria Esswein is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing since August 2015. She graduated from The University of Missouri-St. Louis with a Master of Education in School Counseling. Maria believes in meeting client's where they're at, seeking to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and they strengths they already possess to proivde an individualized approach. Through establishing a strong alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
(970) 425-8698 View (970) 425-8698
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Scott Andrus
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greeley, CO 80634
I am an intern working towards a dual degree in mental health counseling (MHC) and school counseling. I attend Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. I am currently working for RMU's counseling clinic via telehealth. I am also under the supervision of Lauren Prior here in Greeley. My focus is grief, trauma, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ, and neurodivergence. I know seeing an intern may not be your first choice, but there can many advantages. Contact me if you want to learn what they are.
I am an intern working towards a dual degree in mental health counseling (MHC) and school counseling. I attend Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. I am currently working for RMU's counseling clinic via telehealth. I am also under the supervision of Lauren Prior here in Greeley. My focus is grief, trauma, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ, and neurodivergence. I know seeing an intern may not be your first choice, but there can many advantages. Contact me if you want to learn what they are.
(970) 431-8016 View (970) 431-8016
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Jacqueline McMillin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634  (Online Only)
There are experiences in life that just outweigh our ability to cope. When this happens and you feel consumed by anxiety, depression or stress, you do not need to face this alone. If you are looking for support to improve your overall well being, increase your quality of life and feel authentically connected in your relationships, I want to partner with you in these goals.
There are experiences in life that just outweigh our ability to cope. When this happens and you feel consumed by anxiety, depression or stress, you do not need to face this alone. If you are looking for support to improve your overall well being, increase your quality of life and feel authentically connected in your relationships, I want to partner with you in these goals.
(970) 305-3945 View (970) 305-3945
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Reina Retana Ramirez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634  (Online Only)
Reina treats clients who may be dealing with relationship issues, lack of self-esteem, anxiety, depression and grief/loss.
For some people, the decision to seek counseling can be overwhelming. Finding the right provider and feeling like you are in a safe space can sometimes be a challenge. Reina's goal as a therapist is to create a place where clients feel empowered, secure, and seen. Reina utilizes an integrative counseling approach, which allows her to tailor your treatment to your unique needs. Reina works with clients of all ages and in all seasons of life.
Reina treats clients who may be dealing with relationship issues, lack of self-esteem, anxiety, depression and grief/loss.
For some people, the decision to seek counseling can be overwhelming. Finding the right provider and feeling like you are in a safe space can sometimes be a challenge. Reina's goal as a therapist is to create a place where clients feel empowered, secure, and seen. Reina utilizes an integrative counseling approach, which allows her to tailor your treatment to your unique needs. Reina works with clients of all ages and in all seasons of life.
(720) 679-7051 View (720) 679-7051
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Joy L Pitts
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greeley, CO 80634  (Online Only)
I specializes in women's issues, with an emphasis on depression and anxiety.
I look forward to taking the journey of self exploration and healing with you. You are already equipped with many strengths and skills that will help with this journey. Together we will work to eliminate the obstacles keeping you from happiness and reaching your goals. I am providing virtual appointments. I do not provide in person sessions.
I specializes in women's issues, with an emphasis on depression and anxiety.
I look forward to taking the journey of self exploration and healing with you. You are already equipped with many strengths and skills that will help with this journey. Together we will work to eliminate the obstacles keeping you from happiness and reaching your goals. I am providing virtual appointments. I do not provide in person sessions.
(970) 414-4019 View (970) 414-4019
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Mark Scofield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634
Mark warmly welcomes you to individual teletherapy. Anticipate a healing journey, incorporating your strengths and directed toward your personal goals. Therapy with Mark begins exactly where you are. Mark utilizes twenty eight years of experience as mental health therapist (Veterans' Administration, private practice, community mental health, private practice, residential treatment) in partnering with you to promote recovery from trauma, anxiety, depression, relational challenges, emotional and physical pain, losses, and other issues that arise in this complicated life.
Mark warmly welcomes you to individual teletherapy. Anticipate a healing journey, incorporating your strengths and directed toward your personal goals. Therapy with Mark begins exactly where you are. Mark utilizes twenty eight years of experience as mental health therapist (Veterans' Administration, private practice, community mental health, private practice, residential treatment) in partnering with you to promote recovery from trauma, anxiety, depression, relational challenges, emotional and physical pain, losses, and other issues that arise in this complicated life.
(970) 446-9182 View (970) 446-9182
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Katherine Combs
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Greeley, CO 80634
With a wide range of clinical experience and a strong training background, I have expertise in treating anxiety, depression, women's health and infertility/ postpartum, chronic pain, coping with illness, life transitions, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, self-esteem, & stress.
Life can be hard, confusing and even painful. You have just taken the first and hardest step by being here. As a licensed psychologist, I offer psychotherapy to individuals with an emphasis on adults and adolescents. Together our purpose will be working towards a healthier, happier and more meaningful life. My approach is empowering, insightful and collaborative. I strive to take an active role in the therapy process and help you discover things that need to change to improve your life, and then how to actually implement those changes.
With a wide range of clinical experience and a strong training background, I have expertise in treating anxiety, depression, women's health and infertility/ postpartum, chronic pain, coping with illness, life transitions, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, self-esteem, & stress.
Life can be hard, confusing and even painful. You have just taken the first and hardest step by being here. As a licensed psychologist, I offer psychotherapy to individuals with an emphasis on adults and adolescents. Together our purpose will be working towards a healthier, happier and more meaningful life. My approach is empowering, insightful and collaborative. I strive to take an active role in the therapy process and help you discover things that need to change to improve your life, and then how to actually implement those changes.
(970) 426-0216 View (970) 426-0216
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.