Depression Therapists in Timnath, CO

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Lily Maino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
Waitlist for new clients
Currently, I am taking new clients of all ages who desire a counselor to help them with: Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD/ADD), Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Life Transitions/Coaching, Parenting, Relationship Distress, Self-Esteem/Self-Identity, and.
I know that choosing a counselor or therapist is a very personal and individual process. With over 10 years of experience working with Children, Adults, Families, and Couples, I have seen my clients make significant changes to improve their lives and the lives of those they love. I feel honored to be a part of and to witness my clients growth and progress. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I believe deeply in the power of counseling and would be happy to meet with you to discuss your specific needs.
Currently, I am taking new clients of all ages who desire a counselor to help them with: Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD/ADD), Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Life Transitions/Coaching, Parenting, Relationship Distress, Self-Esteem/Self-Identity, and.
I know that choosing a counselor or therapist is a very personal and individual process. With over 10 years of experience working with Children, Adults, Families, and Couples, I have seen my clients make significant changes to improve their lives and the lives of those they love. I feel honored to be a part of and to witness my clients growth and progress. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I believe deeply in the power of counseling and would be happy to meet with you to discuss your specific needs.
(970) 295-4025 View (970) 295-4025
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Rachel Isenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
Life Transitions,Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Women's issues, Families, Relationships and Lgbtq issues.
There are times when the best decision is to seek an outside, unbiased, professional to help renew balance in our lives. I see my role as that of a sounding board for options, with the final decision for action made by the client. Through empathetic questioning, acceptance and reframing we will discover the underlying reason for your current issue. My approach is supportive, with a focus on resolution. It is your time, your agenda. I work with adults and adolescents. I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationships and life transitions, although I work with a wide variety of other issues.
Life Transitions,Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Women's issues, Families, Relationships and Lgbtq issues.
There are times when the best decision is to seek an outside, unbiased, professional to help renew balance in our lives. I see my role as that of a sounding board for options, with the final decision for action made by the client. Through empathetic questioning, acceptance and reframing we will discover the underlying reason for your current issue. My approach is supportive, with a focus on resolution. It is your time, your agenda. I work with adults and adolescents. I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationships and life transitions, although I work with a wide variety of other issues.
(970) 579-0964 View (970) 579-0964
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Kenneth Parnell
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Timnath, CO 80547
I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, as well as other disorders. However, I take a relational perspective and don't define people by their symptoms. Stress, anxiety, depression, illness, can get in the way of the relationships we want. Even positive aspects of life, such as parenthood, education, and work can be obstacles to finding and maintaining close connection with others. I can help you learn to communicate more effectively, or get a handle on the anxiety or anger that hangs over everything you want to accomplish.
I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, as well as other disorders. However, I take a relational perspective and don't define people by their symptoms. Stress, anxiety, depression, illness, can get in the way of the relationships we want. Even positive aspects of life, such as parenthood, education, and work can be obstacles to finding and maintaining close connection with others. I can help you learn to communicate more effectively, or get a handle on the anxiety or anger that hangs over everything you want to accomplish.
(970) 341-2212 View (970) 341-2212
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Aaron Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
Aaron Miller is Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with six years of therapy experience. He has worked in a wide range of therapeutic settings, including Individual private practice, RTC, partial and intensive outpatient care, rehabilitation facilities, intensive in-home family work. Aaron works with clients aging from 13-50, addressing concerns with depression, anxiety, substance use, grief/loss, life transition, Identity, career concerns, trauma, and relationship challenges through individual, group and family work.
Aaron Miller is Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with six years of therapy experience. He has worked in a wide range of therapeutic settings, including Individual private practice, RTC, partial and intensive outpatient care, rehabilitation facilities, intensive in-home family work. Aaron works with clients aging from 13-50, addressing concerns with depression, anxiety, substance use, grief/loss, life transition, Identity, career concerns, trauma, and relationship challenges through individual, group and family work.
(970) 665-4622 View (970) 665-4622
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Sheryl Schwartz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
Sheryl specialized with complex trauma disorders, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, sleep, and behavioral.
Sheryl Schwartz is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2005. She received her Bachelor's in Psychology in 1993 at Colorado State University Pueblo and worked with at risk youth till she returned to school and obtained her Master of Counseling at Adams State University in 2005. Sheryl spent the next 10 years working in Residential Treatment with youth and their families where she helped developed a Native American program and sexual trafficked youth program.
Sheryl specialized with complex trauma disorders, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, sleep, and behavioral.
Sheryl Schwartz is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2005. She received her Bachelor's in Psychology in 1993 at Colorado State University Pueblo and worked with at risk youth till she returned to school and obtained her Master of Counseling at Adams State University in 2005. Sheryl spent the next 10 years working in Residential Treatment with youth and their families where she helped developed a Native American program and sexual trafficked youth program.
(970) 458-7979 View (970) 458-7979
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Brenda Marquardt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
Brenda Marquardt is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Addiction Counselor and EMDR trained therapist, who has been practicing since 2016. She graduated from Metropolitan State University of Denver with a Master of Social Work degree. Brenda is passionate about meeting people where they are through trauma responsive and harm reduction interventions. Brenda can help clients to overcome, stress, anxiety, depression, relational struggles, and to understand how the mind and body are connected.
Brenda Marquardt is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Addiction Counselor and EMDR trained therapist, who has been practicing since 2016. She graduated from Metropolitan State University of Denver with a Master of Social Work degree. Brenda is passionate about meeting people where they are through trauma responsive and harm reduction interventions. Brenda can help clients to overcome, stress, anxiety, depression, relational struggles, and to understand how the mind and body are connected.
(970) 425-8674 View (970) 425-8674
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Kelly Thoene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
Kelly Thoene is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Addiction Specialist with more than 20 of experience specializing in trauma (PTSD), depression, anxiety, panic disorders, mood dysregulation (Bipolar), behavior management difficulties (ODD, Conduct Disorder and DBD), substance abuse, gender dysphoria and LGBQT+ issues. Kelly has a Masters in Social Work from the University of Denver in Colorado. She received a Bachelors of Arts in Elementary Education with a concentration in Psychology from Muskingum College in Ohio. In addition, Kelly had special certifications in Special Education and Early Childhood Education.
Kelly Thoene is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Addiction Specialist with more than 20 of experience specializing in trauma (PTSD), depression, anxiety, panic disorders, mood dysregulation (Bipolar), behavior management difficulties (ODD, Conduct Disorder and DBD), substance abuse, gender dysphoria and LGBQT+ issues. Kelly has a Masters in Social Work from the University of Denver in Colorado. She received a Bachelors of Arts in Elementary Education with a concentration in Psychology from Muskingum College in Ohio. In addition, Kelly had special certifications in Special Education and Early Childhood Education.
(970) 436-8399 View (970) 436-8399
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Timothy Woodworth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
Tim will create a meaningful partnership with you through understanding, empathy and a warm sense of humor. He'll bring his 20 years of direct clinical experience to help you. His style is very interactive and he'll proactively work side-by-side with you to make sure your life is headed in the right direction. Tim has experience in a broad range of areas and sees adults of all ages, late teens, and couples. He can help with whatever aches, including struggles with depression, anxiety, grief, loss, and anger (and its potential impact on relationships).
Tim will create a meaningful partnership with you through understanding, empathy and a warm sense of humor. He'll bring his 20 years of direct clinical experience to help you. His style is very interactive and he'll proactively work side-by-side with you to make sure your life is headed in the right direction. Tim has experience in a broad range of areas and sees adults of all ages, late teens, and couples. He can help with whatever aches, including struggles with depression, anxiety, grief, loss, and anger (and its potential impact on relationships).
(970) 716-4236 View (970) 716-4236
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Madison Farrell
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
Madison specializes in trauma informed care and can help her clients overcome low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, and many other life struggles.
You'll experience a calming, empathetic presence when you meet with Madison. You'll be seen and validated. Your boundaries will be respected in the safe environment she provides. You'll be able to make it your own space in which you can heal. Madison earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Indiana University and a Master's degree at the University of Denver specializing in International Disaster Psychology.
Madison specializes in trauma informed care and can help her clients overcome low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, and many other life struggles.
You'll experience a calming, empathetic presence when you meet with Madison. You'll be seen and validated. Your boundaries will be respected in the safe environment she provides. You'll be able to make it your own space in which you can heal. Madison earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Indiana University and a Master's degree at the University of Denver specializing in International Disaster Psychology.
(970) 507-4262 View (970) 507-4262
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Emily Newberger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
You'll enjoy a warm environment where you'll feel comfortable, listened to, and understood when you meet with Emily to process complex feelings and emotions. She'll offer you empathy, a caring presence, professional experience, and humor with a non-judgmental lens. Together with Emily, you can work as a team to rebuild your inner resilience, achieve your therapeutic goals, and bring you back home to your most authentic self. Emily's clients can overcome many life struggles, such as anxiety disorders, depression, interpersonal and relationship difficulties, trauma, and more.
You'll enjoy a warm environment where you'll feel comfortable, listened to, and understood when you meet with Emily to process complex feelings and emotions. She'll offer you empathy, a caring presence, professional experience, and humor with a non-judgmental lens. Together with Emily, you can work as a team to rebuild your inner resilience, achieve your therapeutic goals, and bring you back home to your most authentic self. Emily's clients can overcome many life struggles, such as anxiety disorders, depression, interpersonal and relationship difficulties, trauma, and more.
(970) 455-1099 View (970) 455-1099
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Erica Peteja
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
Depression, anxiety, relationships, trauma, distorted thinking, habits, low self-esteem, bullying, grief and loss, and substance use, misuse, abuse, and addiction are some of the areas that Erica can help her clients process through.
Erica welcomes you into a caring atmosphere where you can feel comfortable being yourself without judgment. It's a space where you can speak freely to develop and increase self-awareness, while also being treated with dignity, compassion, and respect. Your concerns will be taken seriously. You'll experience encouragement and laughter throughout your healing journey. You'll be considered the expert in and of your life.
Depression, anxiety, relationships, trauma, distorted thinking, habits, low self-esteem, bullying, grief and loss, and substance use, misuse, abuse, and addiction are some of the areas that Erica can help her clients process through.
Erica welcomes you into a caring atmosphere where you can feel comfortable being yourself without judgment. It's a space where you can speak freely to develop and increase self-awareness, while also being treated with dignity, compassion, and respect. Your concerns will be taken seriously. You'll experience encouragement and laughter throughout your healing journey. You'll be considered the expert in and of your life.
(970) 425-8580 View (970) 425-8580
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Lisa Wallace
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
Counseling since 2002, I have experience with adults/couples/families/teens and children dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, adoption, communication, marital issues, PTSD, grief and loss, parenting, blended families, divorce, sexuality, and adjusting to life changes.
Life can be complicated for different reasons. Sometimes more support can help. At any age, life can be overwhelming, negative behaviors can persist, relationships trapped in hurtful patterns, or inner worlds caught in negative thinking which stretch our coping, and cause stress. In all this WE WANT TO FEEL BETTER! Counseling offers a private, confidential space to get help. It is an honor to listen and join in your life story. I work with adults/couples/families/teens and children, listening to your goals to bring balance, health, wellness, peace and more happiness.
Counseling since 2002, I have experience with adults/couples/families/teens and children dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, adoption, communication, marital issues, PTSD, grief and loss, parenting, blended families, divorce, sexuality, and adjusting to life changes.
Life can be complicated for different reasons. Sometimes more support can help. At any age, life can be overwhelming, negative behaviors can persist, relationships trapped in hurtful patterns, or inner worlds caught in negative thinking which stretch our coping, and cause stress. In all this WE WANT TO FEEL BETTER! Counseling offers a private, confidential space to get help. It is an honor to listen and join in your life story. I work with adults/couples/families/teens and children, listening to your goals to bring balance, health, wellness, peace and more happiness.
(970) 237-6166 View (970) 237-6166
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Kelly Thoene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
Kelly Thoene is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Addiction Specialist with more than 20 of experience specializing in trauma (PTSD), depression, anxiety, panic disorders, mood dysregulation (Bipolar), behavior management difficulties (ODD, Conduct Disorder and DBD), substance abuse, gender dysphoria and LGBQT+ issues. Kelly has a Masters in Social Work from the University of Denver in Colorado. She received a Bachelors of Arts in Elementary Education with a concentration in Psychology from Muskingum College in Ohio. In addition, Kelly had special certifications in Special Education and Early Childhood Education.
Kelly Thoene is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Addiction Specialist with more than 20 of experience specializing in trauma (PTSD), depression, anxiety, panic disorders, mood dysregulation (Bipolar), behavior management difficulties (ODD, Conduct Disorder and DBD), substance abuse, gender dysphoria and LGBQT+ issues. Kelly has a Masters in Social Work from the University of Denver in Colorado. She received a Bachelors of Arts in Elementary Education with a concentration in Psychology from Muskingum College in Ohio. In addition, Kelly had special certifications in Special Education and Early Childhood Education.
(970) 645-8731 View (970) 645-8731
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Roxann Shook
Licensed Professional Counselor, Roxann Shook, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547  (Online Only)
I work with adult women who are engaged in self-discovery and personal growth. They often face challenges such as anxiety, depression, or trauma and are seeking understanding and healing. They long for a safe space to explore their emotions, past experiences, and core beliefs. They endeavor to cultivate self-awareness, develop coping strategies, and build resilience. They want to know how to break free from destructive patterns, improve relationships, and make a life worth living. Ultimately, they desire to live authentically and experience profound meaning and purpose in their lives.
I work with adult women who are engaged in self-discovery and personal growth. They often face challenges such as anxiety, depression, or trauma and are seeking understanding and healing. They long for a safe space to explore their emotions, past experiences, and core beliefs. They endeavor to cultivate self-awareness, develop coping strategies, and build resilience. They want to know how to break free from destructive patterns, improve relationships, and make a life worth living. Ultimately, they desire to live authentically and experience profound meaning and purpose in their lives.
(970) 341-2118 View (970) 341-2118
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Ann-Marie Bowman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDRII, OSW-C
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547  (Online Only)
My work is dedicated to helping people develop healthy and satisfying lives and relationships. Though it can be difficult to make the decision to begin psychotherapy, I have found that those who have sought my help have achieved valuable results. I offer confidential psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families. I have an expertise of working with clients dealing with issues of depression, anxiety and trauma, along with learning to cope with relationship issues and managing through difficult life transitions. I am committed to helping you receive the services best suited for you.
My work is dedicated to helping people develop healthy and satisfying lives and relationships. Though it can be difficult to make the decision to begin psychotherapy, I have found that those who have sought my help have achieved valuable results. I offer confidential psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families. I have an expertise of working with clients dealing with issues of depression, anxiety and trauma, along with learning to cope with relationship issues and managing through difficult life transitions. I am committed to helping you receive the services best suited for you.
(503) 758-7478 View (503) 758-7478
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Kathryn Price Foster
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
Waitlist for new clients
Choosing a psychotherapist that fits your emotional needs and personal goals is an important decision. I am passionate to assist clients in their journey toward wholeness by utilizing evidence-based techniques including EMDR, IFS, Attachment and Family Systems. I have over 25 years of experience working with families, couples, parents, children, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. Areas of specialty include adoption and foster care, attachment and bonding, parenting, family and developmental transition issues, depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, and issues of faith and spirituality.
Choosing a psychotherapist that fits your emotional needs and personal goals is an important decision. I am passionate to assist clients in their journey toward wholeness by utilizing evidence-based techniques including EMDR, IFS, Attachment and Family Systems. I have over 25 years of experience working with families, couples, parents, children, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. Areas of specialty include adoption and foster care, attachment and bonding, parenting, family and developmental transition issues, depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, and issues of faith and spirituality.
(970) 672-4733 View (970) 672-4733
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Bree Emery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
Although my experience lends itself to working with many different types of people, I specialize in working with girls and women on women's issues. Issues of specialty include: identity issues, self-mutilation, behavioral issues, sexual assault, trauma, eating disorders, coping skills, anxiety, and depression.
Although my experience lends itself to working with many different types of people, I specialize in working with girls and women on women's issues. Issues of specialty include: identity issues, self-mutilation, behavioral issues, sexual assault, trauma, eating disorders, coping skills, anxiety, and depression.
(970) 300-5138 View (970) 300-5138
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Erica Hope
Psychologist, PhD, LP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Timnath, CO 80547
I frequently work with clients who are experiencing concerns around anxiety, depression, relationships, stress, grief, trauma, divorce, transitions and sports and academic performance challenges.
Do you feel overwhelmed, unhappy, or anxious? Are you grieving a loss or struggling with infertility? Maybe you are struggling with food, disordered eating or a negative body image. Are you looking to improve your relationships so you feel more at ease and satisfied in your life? Perhaps you are experiencing health issues that are impacting how you feel about yourself. Life can be difficult and sometimes we need someone outside our circle to listen, understand and support us through these challenges. If you are looking to make a change, I would be honored to assist you along your journey.
I frequently work with clients who are experiencing concerns around anxiety, depression, relationships, stress, grief, trauma, divorce, transitions and sports and academic performance challenges.
Do you feel overwhelmed, unhappy, or anxious? Are you grieving a loss or struggling with infertility? Maybe you are struggling with food, disordered eating or a negative body image. Are you looking to improve your relationships so you feel more at ease and satisfied in your life? Perhaps you are experiencing health issues that are impacting how you feel about yourself. Life can be difficult and sometimes we need someone outside our circle to listen, understand and support us through these challenges. If you are looking to make a change, I would be honored to assist you along your journey.
(970) 808-0144 View (970) 808-0144
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Stephanie Weeden
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Timnath, CO 80547  (Online Only)
Life can be full of challenges, difficulties, loss and pain; leaving us feeling alone, lost, or broken. Whether you have experienced a death, are suffering from anxiety, depression, or major life transitions, therapy can be a great way to work through and find helpful ways to cope, heal, and grow. Often times we become so overwhelmed it is hard to find the next step forward; I am here to help you clear the path and to find connection with your true sense of self. Through our work together you will feel empowered, supported, and find fulfillment in your own story.
Life can be full of challenges, difficulties, loss and pain; leaving us feeling alone, lost, or broken. Whether you have experienced a death, are suffering from anxiety, depression, or major life transitions, therapy can be a great way to work through and find helpful ways to cope, heal, and grow. Often times we become so overwhelmed it is hard to find the next step forward; I am here to help you clear the path and to find connection with your true sense of self. Through our work together you will feel empowered, supported, and find fulfillment in your own story.
(844) 783-9620 View (844) 783-9620
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Patrick Preston
Psychologist, Psy, D
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Timnath, CO 80547
I derive deep satisfaction from helping individuals in their journey toward healing, particularly following life's trials. Life is an unpredictable journey, blending joyous moments and painful experiences. There are instances when the accumulation of these difficulties can lead to feelings of uncertainty, insecurity, and unfulfillment. It's a universal experience sometimes to lose our sense of stability. I am well-acquainted with themes such as death, trauma, bereavement, terminal illness, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and combat. I love working with people who intuitively know something is misaligned and are willing to entrust.
I derive deep satisfaction from helping individuals in their journey toward healing, particularly following life's trials. Life is an unpredictable journey, blending joyous moments and painful experiences. There are instances when the accumulation of these difficulties can lead to feelings of uncertainty, insecurity, and unfulfillment. It's a universal experience sometimes to lose our sense of stability. I am well-acquainted with themes such as death, trauma, bereavement, terminal illness, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and combat. I love working with people who intuitively know something is misaligned and are willing to entrust.
(970) 446-8574 View (970) 446-8574

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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.