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Tisha Langley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
), depression, anxiety, and workplace matters.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience in working with children, adolescents, families, couples, and adults across a wide array of issues and settings. I graduated from the University of La Verne with an M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2000 and have worked in outpatient, school, private practice, residential, and other community-based settings over the course of my career.
), depression, anxiety, and workplace matters.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience in working with children, adolescents, families, couples, and adults across a wide array of issues and settings. I graduated from the University of La Verne with an M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2000 and have worked in outpatient, school, private practice, residential, and other community-based settings over the course of my career.
(909) 588-1381 View (909) 588-1381
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Psychological Services of Riverside
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92504
Psychologists and doctoral student clinicians at PSR specialize in: child and adolescent challenges, anxiety, depression, couples, trauma, phase of life problems, and spiritual struggles.
NOW ALSO OFFERING THERAPY IN SPANISH! HABLAMOS ESPANOL! Recent years have been one of the most stressful and anxiety-evoking time periods in a while. Sometimes you may need some help getting through the tough times and tough issues--even if you don't have a major problem. The clinicians at PSR offer a space where you can share your stress, discouragement, and confusion, knowing you will be heard and supported. We are prepared to help with a variety of problems, using scientifically supported approaches delivered in a warm, personal manner. We provide in-person therapy as well as telehealth appointments.
Psychologists and doctoral student clinicians at PSR specialize in: child and adolescent challenges, anxiety, depression, couples, trauma, phase of life problems, and spiritual struggles.
NOW ALSO OFFERING THERAPY IN SPANISH! HABLAMOS ESPANOL! Recent years have been one of the most stressful and anxiety-evoking time periods in a while. Sometimes you may need some help getting through the tough times and tough issues--even if you don't have a major problem. The clinicians at PSR offer a space where you can share your stress, discouragement, and confusion, knowing you will be heard and supported. We are prepared to help with a variety of problems, using scientifically supported approaches delivered in a warm, personal manner. We provide in-person therapy as well as telehealth appointments.
(951) 476-0782 View (951) 476-0782
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Julie Hernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
My name is Julie Hernandez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Fresno, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adult individuals and specialize in anxiety, depression, and stress, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength Based, and Trauma-focused to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults who may be dealing with challenges of life stressors and difficult situations. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, and stress.
My name is Julie Hernandez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Fresno, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adult individuals and specialize in anxiety, depression, and stress, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength Based, and Trauma-focused to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults who may be dealing with challenges of life stressors and difficult situations. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, and stress.
(805) 926-6919 View (805) 926-6919
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Muneerah N Uqdah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
Taking the first step to seek professional help can be difficult and daunting but that first step is all you need to start your healing journey. I am passionate about helping others get through life's toughest challenges and stressors whether it be how to resolve that conflict at work or school to struggles with trauma, depression and anxiety or to gain more self awareness and insight. Through a client centered and collaborative approach, I will work with you to accomplish your goals, gain insight, and help you become the best version of yourself.
Taking the first step to seek professional help can be difficult and daunting but that first step is all you need to start your healing journey. I am passionate about helping others get through life's toughest challenges and stressors whether it be how to resolve that conflict at work or school to struggles with trauma, depression and anxiety or to gain more self awareness and insight. Through a client centered and collaborative approach, I will work with you to accomplish your goals, gain insight, and help you become the best version of yourself.
(805) 774-1398 View (805) 774-1398
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Melanie Mckinney
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
Melanie is passionate about helping those struggling with other life issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Melanie Mckinney is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in New Mexico who has been practicing since 2000. Melanie takes great pride in being able to form strong therapeutic relationships with her clients and make them safe and comfortable in sharing and making the most out of therapy. She has been privileged to work with clients in a private practice setting, community agencies and hospital settings. Her specialties include working with individuals that may be experiencing problems in their relationships, individuals contemplating a divorce or ending a relationship and women's issues, such as miscarriage and parenting concerns.
Melanie is passionate about helping those struggling with other life issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Melanie Mckinney is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in New Mexico who has been practicing since 2000. Melanie takes great pride in being able to form strong therapeutic relationships with her clients and make them safe and comfortable in sharing and making the most out of therapy. She has been privileged to work with clients in a private practice setting, community agencies and hospital settings. Her specialties include working with individuals that may be experiencing problems in their relationships, individuals contemplating a divorce or ending a relationship and women's issues, such as miscarriage and parenting concerns.
(909) 280-7516 View (909) 280-7516
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Nancy Alvarenga
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
Nancy is a mental health therapist who has been practicing since 2010. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a Master of Social Work. Her areas of specialty include anxiety/depression, family relationships, life transitions, inter-generational trauma and trauma recovery. Nancy utilizes a strengths-based approach to help cultivate a safe space and draws upon a broad range of therapeutic interventions to support her clients on their journey of healing and self-empowerment.
Nancy is a mental health therapist who has been practicing since 2010. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a Master of Social Work. Her areas of specialty include anxiety/depression, family relationships, life transitions, inter-generational trauma and trauma recovery. Nancy utilizes a strengths-based approach to help cultivate a safe space and draws upon a broad range of therapeutic interventions to support her clients on their journey of healing and self-empowerment.
(951) 477-5420 View (951) 477-5420
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Carrie Cooper
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
She has worked with women in domestic violence situations, child abuse, autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, sleep disorders, etc.
Carrie Anne Cooper is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2001. She was a Navy brat and has lived all over the world. She went to school in Asia from age 7 to about 11 years old. Carrie graduated high school in California and has lived in Southern California ever since. She went to the University of California, Irvine (UCI), and went to Pepperdine University for her Master's Degree. Carrie has been working in the field of psychology for more than 20 years, working with a variety of populations and diagnoses.
She has worked with women in domestic violence situations, child abuse, autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, sleep disorders, etc.
Carrie Anne Cooper is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2001. She was a Navy brat and has lived all over the world. She went to school in Asia from age 7 to about 11 years old. Carrie graduated high school in California and has lived in Southern California ever since. She went to the University of California, Irvine (UCI), and went to Pepperdine University for her Master's Degree. Carrie has been working in the field of psychology for more than 20 years, working with a variety of populations and diagnoses.
(909) 324-5026 View (909) 324-5026
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Colbi Rae Pickl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92504
My experience has allowed me to work with individuals with people who deal with a wide array of difficulties including depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic medical conditions, personality disorders, behavioral issues, mania, and psychosis.
When things start to feel like they are too much, do you bottle up your emotions? Or maybe you explode? Do you find that as much as you try to move on, your past experiences still hold you back? Maybe you’ve recently gone through something difficult and it feels like you can’t get back to yourself. Maybe you say yes to everyone because you’re afraid what will happen if you say no - leaving your needs on the back burner. Maybe you’re worried about your child. Maybe you and your spouse are struggling to communicate. Maybe your brain runs a mile a minute and you can’t slow it down. Whatever the case, you want to feel better.
My experience has allowed me to work with individuals with people who deal with a wide array of difficulties including depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic medical conditions, personality disorders, behavioral issues, mania, and psychosis.
When things start to feel like they are too much, do you bottle up your emotions? Or maybe you explode? Do you find that as much as you try to move on, your past experiences still hold you back? Maybe you’ve recently gone through something difficult and it feels like you can’t get back to yourself. Maybe you say yes to everyone because you’re afraid what will happen if you say no - leaving your needs on the back burner. Maybe you’re worried about your child. Maybe you and your spouse are struggling to communicate. Maybe your brain runs a mile a minute and you can’t slow it down. Whatever the case, you want to feel better.
(909) 787-2528 View (909) 787-2528
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Liliana Sanchez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92504  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients for October 2023. I specialize in teens and young adults (ages 18-40) who are struggling with a variety of issues, including trauma, depression, anxiety, and self-esteem. I utilize a mindfulness and a trauma-informed approach that focuses on teaching my clients how to increase self-awareness, increase self-love, become aware of their generational trauma, break unhealthy patterns and empower themselves to live calmer, peaceful, and more authentic lives.
Accepting New Clients for October 2023. I specialize in teens and young adults (ages 18-40) who are struggling with a variety of issues, including trauma, depression, anxiety, and self-esteem. I utilize a mindfulness and a trauma-informed approach that focuses on teaching my clients how to increase self-awareness, increase self-love, become aware of their generational trauma, break unhealthy patterns and empower themselves to live calmer, peaceful, and more authentic lives.
(909) 643-8843 View (909) 643-8843
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Charlotte Gibbons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
Hi there, I'm Charlotte! I'm a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience. I work with populations that include: adults struggling with depression, anxiety, or adjustment disorders. I have expertise working with LGBTQ and transgender populations. I utilize cognitive/behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices. I have also worked with shamans, medicine men/women, and energy healers over the years, and I incorporate what I have learned into my practice. I enjoy working with individuals ready for something different in their lives.
Hi there, I'm Charlotte! I'm a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience. I work with populations that include: adults struggling with depression, anxiety, or adjustment disorders. I have expertise working with LGBTQ and transgender populations. I utilize cognitive/behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices. I have also worked with shamans, medicine men/women, and energy healers over the years, and I incorporate what I have learned into my practice. I enjoy working with individuals ready for something different in their lives.
(909) 639-4528 View (909) 639-4528
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Alexis Nicodemus
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
Hello! My name is Lexi Nicodemus, LMFT and I am so excited to have you here. I understand how vulnerable asking for help and coming to therapy can be and I am thankful you have trusted me to go alongside your journey. I got my undergraduate in Child Development with a minor in Counseling and I got my master's degree in counseling. I specialize in eating disorders, anxiety, and OCD however, I have experience with working with a plethora of other diagnoses.
Hello! My name is Lexi Nicodemus, LMFT and I am so excited to have you here. I understand how vulnerable asking for help and coming to therapy can be and I am thankful you have trusted me to go alongside your journey. I got my undergraduate in Child Development with a minor in Counseling and I got my master's degree in counseling. I specialize in eating disorders, anxiety, and OCD however, I have experience with working with a plethora of other diagnoses.
(951) 904-2131 View (951) 904-2131
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Citrus Crest Family Counseling Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92504
Do you feel helpless, stressed or overwhelmed? Do you have flashbacks to things that are hard to forget or forgive? Do you focus on your weaknesses rather than your competence and strengths? Would like to improve your communication skills? My vision for your well being, is a therapy plan which focuses on your strengths through solutions (Solution Focused Therapy). Based on what has worked for you in the past, personal and relationship issues are improved by focusing on solutions. Identifying your existing strengths helps to resolve your current difficulties. Our vision is to instill hope by exploring your possibilities.
Do you feel helpless, stressed or overwhelmed? Do you have flashbacks to things that are hard to forget or forgive? Do you focus on your weaknesses rather than your competence and strengths? Would like to improve your communication skills? My vision for your well being, is a therapy plan which focuses on your strengths through solutions (Solution Focused Therapy). Based on what has worked for you in the past, personal and relationship issues are improved by focusing on solutions. Identifying your existing strengths helps to resolve your current difficulties. Our vision is to instill hope by exploring your possibilities.
(951) 290-0868 View (951) 290-0868
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Emmalee Norris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
My name is Emmalee Norris and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I enjoy helping individuals work through changes in life and learning new strategies to overcome struggles that occur in times of uncertainty. I appreciate genuine relationships and conversations with clients and do my best to mirror that. My history of experience with clients include severe mental illness, legal concerns, substance use challenges, personality disorders, anxiety and mood disorders and more.
My name is Emmalee Norris and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I enjoy helping individuals work through changes in life and learning new strategies to overcome struggles that occur in times of uncertainty. I appreciate genuine relationships and conversations with clients and do my best to mirror that. My history of experience with clients include severe mental illness, legal concerns, substance use challenges, personality disorders, anxiety and mood disorders and more.
(909) 255-3642 View (909) 255-3642
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Healing Hearts Counseling Center
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
Our overall mission is to promote behavioral health and wellness for our clients to obtain a high quality of life within themselves, their family, and their community. We work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that include assessment, short-term solution focused interventions, consultation with other providers, and crisis intervention. If you are feeling stuck, stressed from life circumstances, or having trouble adjusting to new transitions, then please contact us. We are here for you!
Our overall mission is to promote behavioral health and wellness for our clients to obtain a high quality of life within themselves, their family, and their community. We work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that include assessment, short-term solution focused interventions, consultation with other providers, and crisis intervention. If you are feeling stuck, stressed from life circumstances, or having trouble adjusting to new transitions, then please contact us. We are here for you!
(760) 648-4057 View (760) 648-4057
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Jill Wakefield LPCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, PPS, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92504
Thank you for reaching out. I believe the core foundation for moving forward is taking that first step physically and mentally. I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a Masters in Guidance & Counseling and an enormous passion to be there for others. I'm experienced in working with adults and teens covering a variety of issues relating to stress, life losses, anxiety, self-esteem, and life transitions. My specialty is grief/loss therapy which includes the loss of a loved one, divorce, infertility, relocation, loss of a relationship and the emotional effects these situations can have on the individual and family.
Thank you for reaching out. I believe the core foundation for moving forward is taking that first step physically and mentally. I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a Masters in Guidance & Counseling and an enormous passion to be there for others. I'm experienced in working with adults and teens covering a variety of issues relating to stress, life losses, anxiety, self-esteem, and life transitions. My specialty is grief/loss therapy which includes the loss of a loved one, divorce, infertility, relocation, loss of a relationship and the emotional effects these situations can have on the individual and family.
(951) 310-6224 View (951) 310-6224
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I AM Solutions Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
Life can be hard and sometimes overwhelming! Life’s challenges may seem difficult to face, and at times, impossible to overcome-especially when you are in the middle of the storm. Feelings of anxiety, sadness, anger, fatigue, fear and isolation, can all be products of those unexpected challenges. Through personal encounters with this thing called life, and through the opportunities I have had to walk alongside others in this journey, I have learned that it’s no fun to do it alone. Facing life’s most difficult challenges sometimes becomes easier when you feel safe enough to share it with someone. My name is Naomi Joyce. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and founder of I AM Solutions Counseling Services.
Life can be hard and sometimes overwhelming! Life’s challenges may seem difficult to face, and at times, impossible to overcome-especially when you are in the middle of the storm. Feelings of anxiety, sadness, anger, fatigue, fear and isolation, can all be products of those unexpected challenges. Through personal encounters with this thing called life, and through the opportunities I have had to walk alongside others in this journey, I have learned that it’s no fun to do it alone. Facing life’s most difficult challenges sometimes becomes easier when you feel safe enough to share it with someone. My name is Naomi Joyce. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and founder of I AM Solutions Counseling Services.
(909) 757-0330 View (909) 757-0330
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Dr. Aine Bergin
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92504
My passion is to see families stay together, not out of duty or obligation, but because they enjoy and delight in one another's company. I believe the core foundation of a strong and healthy family is a deep, abiding respect for one another. Therefore, my desire is to teach people how to effectively communicate and listen, with the ultimate goal of achieving a safe and healthy family environment where all members have a voice and heart to listen. I know that there are thousands of hurting individuals in my community and I am dedicated to your genuine care.
My passion is to see families stay together, not out of duty or obligation, but because they enjoy and delight in one another's company. I believe the core foundation of a strong and healthy family is a deep, abiding respect for one another. Therefore, my desire is to teach people how to effectively communicate and listen, with the ultimate goal of achieving a safe and healthy family environment where all members have a voice and heart to listen. I know that there are thousands of hurting individuals in my community and I am dedicated to your genuine care.
(951) 291-0978 View (951) 291-0978
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Kayla Graves-Hitchens
Pre-Licensed Professional, ACSW
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
Building Empathy, Creating Connections, and Transforming Lives! Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, understanding, and growth? As a dedicated Therapist, my passion is working with individuals who have experienced trauma and through that traumatic lens have struggled with managing daily life stressors that affect their daily functioning. My experience of working with children and families has equipped me to empower my clients to use practical tools so they can make positive social and emotional changes. I want you to know you are not alone! Allow me to walk through the process of healing and growth with you.
Building Empathy, Creating Connections, and Transforming Lives! Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, understanding, and growth? As a dedicated Therapist, my passion is working with individuals who have experienced trauma and through that traumatic lens have struggled with managing daily life stressors that affect their daily functioning. My experience of working with children and families has equipped me to empower my clients to use practical tools so they can make positive social and emotional changes. I want you to know you are not alone! Allow me to walk through the process of healing and growth with you.
(951) 468-9468 View (951) 468-9468
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Autumn Webb
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92504
Welcome! I am excited that you came across my profile. Let me tell you a bit about myself. My name is Autumn Webb and I am an Associate marriage and Family Therapist. I graduated from California Baptist University with my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology. The ability to help others has always been a core foundation for me. Accomplishing the ability to make my passion my career has not only brought joy to my heart but motivates me to make a positive impact in the lives of my clients.Through my own life trials and tribulations, I have questioned my own self worth and had to learn the skills necessary to love myself again.
Welcome! I am excited that you came across my profile. Let me tell you a bit about myself. My name is Autumn Webb and I am an Associate marriage and Family Therapist. I graduated from California Baptist University with my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology. The ability to help others has always been a core foundation for me. Accomplishing the ability to make my passion my career has not only brought joy to my heart but motivates me to make a positive impact in the lives of my clients.Through my own life trials and tribulations, I have questioned my own self worth and had to learn the skills necessary to love myself again.
(909) 352-1821 View (909) 352-1821
Stellar Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92504
We know therapy is a unique and special relationship. It can be positive and transformative in scope. However, beginning the therapeutic process can be scary and threatening. We want to assure you, we will support and nurture your journey of positive growth to lead a better life. Our mission is offering a proactive approach to your treatment to help you solve life conflicts and change ineffective behaviors.
We know therapy is a unique and special relationship. It can be positive and transformative in scope. However, beginning the therapeutic process can be scary and threatening. We want to assure you, we will support and nurture your journey of positive growth to lead a better life. Our mission is offering a proactive approach to your treatment to help you solve life conflicts and change ineffective behaviors.
(909) 281-9823 View (909) 281-9823
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.