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Gregg M Brock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CPTR
Verified Verified
Grand Lake, CO 80447  (Online Only)
I'm Gregg Brock, a therapist specializing in adult mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, and relationships. I approach therapy through a solution-focused lens, empowering clients to identify their strengths and goals to redefine obstacles as opportunities. Using evidence-based techniques, my approach guides clients towards practical solutions, fostering resilience and positive change.
I'm Gregg Brock, a therapist specializing in adult mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, and relationships. I approach therapy through a solution-focused lens, empowering clients to identify their strengths and goals to redefine obstacles as opportunities. Using evidence-based techniques, my approach guides clients towards practical solutions, fostering resilience and positive change.
(970) 538-8134 View (970) 538-8134
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Nina Marcus Psychotherapist
BS, SpEd, MA, CP
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80014  (Online Only)
"are you breathing just a little, and calling it life”? … Mary Oliver. What you might really want to know about me is that you will feel comfortable during our time together. You will know that you are working with a well trained, competent therapist. I counsel people about many different life situations like resolving depression and anxiety, improving life choices, remembering strengths, and loving again. . I help couples regain intimacy and transform relationships by learning new communication skills. So, If you feel stuck , come in, sit down, and together we will bring new light, insight, and change onto your life.
"are you breathing just a little, and calling it life”? … Mary Oliver. What you might really want to know about me is that you will feel comfortable during our time together. You will know that you are working with a well trained, competent therapist. I counsel people about many different life situations like resolving depression and anxiety, improving life choices, remembering strengths, and loving again. . I help couples regain intimacy and transform relationships by learning new communication skills. So, If you feel stuck , come in, sit down, and together we will bring new light, insight, and change onto your life.
(303) 351-5340 View (303) 351-5340
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Stephanie Metz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80231  (Online Only)
The majority of my previous and current work focuses on helping clients reprocess past trauma, address and find relief from addiction, learn to better manage emotions and mood swings (depression, stress/anxiety, bipolar disorder), and navigate the many transitions of life, such as relationships, career changes, or grief and loss.
If you are seeking to resolve small inner challenges, make major changes to your life, or just adjust to a new normal, I would be honored to be part of your journey to a healthier life!
The majority of my previous and current work focuses on helping clients reprocess past trauma, address and find relief from addiction, learn to better manage emotions and mood swings (depression, stress/anxiety, bipolar disorder), and navigate the many transitions of life, such as relationships, career changes, or grief and loss.
If you are seeking to resolve small inner challenges, make major changes to your life, or just adjust to a new normal, I would be honored to be part of your journey to a healthier life!
(303) 529-1332 View (303) 529-1332
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Chris Woodward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80305
Waitlist for new clients
My specialties include: stress management, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, social and general phobias, self-esteem issues, Depression and Bipolar, entitlement, parenting difficulties, anger management, personality disorders, grief and loss, trauma (EMDR), ADHD/ADD substance abuse problems, psychotic disorders, and adjustment difficulties.
I believe we are here to discover, learn, and experience as much as possible in this short journey. As a seasoned and experienced Counselor, I take a holistic (comprehensive) approach in psychotherapy focusing on all parts of a person which includes the emotional, social, biological, environmental, spiritual/philosophical (meaning and purpose), and psychological components that make us whole. And if you are in need of psychiatric medications, I work with a Psychiatrist in the area and you will have access to this service.
My specialties include: stress management, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, social and general phobias, self-esteem issues, Depression and Bipolar, entitlement, parenting difficulties, anger management, personality disorders, grief and loss, trauma (EMDR), ADHD/ADD substance abuse problems, psychotic disorders, and adjustment difficulties.
I believe we are here to discover, learn, and experience as much as possible in this short journey. As a seasoned and experienced Counselor, I take a holistic (comprehensive) approach in psychotherapy focusing on all parts of a person which includes the emotional, social, biological, environmental, spiritual/philosophical (meaning and purpose), and psychological components that make us whole. And if you are in need of psychiatric medications, I work with a Psychiatrist in the area and you will have access to this service.
(720) 897-0246 View (720) 897-0246
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Jonathan Zugel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211  (Online Only)
I've been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. I've worked with a wide range of issues including but not limited to addictions, anxiety, depression, bi-polar, stress and anger management, men's issues, PTSD, work/life transitions, and couples/relationship issues. I work best with clients who feel stuck, have tried some things on their own that just haven't worked, and need that extra bit of guidance to get to where they want to be, personally and professionally.
I've been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. I've worked with a wide range of issues including but not limited to addictions, anxiety, depression, bi-polar, stress and anger management, men's issues, PTSD, work/life transitions, and couples/relationship issues. I work best with clients who feel stuck, have tried some things on their own that just haven't worked, and need that extra bit of guidance to get to where they want to be, personally and professionally.
(720) 358-9477 View (720) 358-9477
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Sarah Swedlow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80215
Sarah has experience working with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, and crisis management.
Schedule instantly through my website in my bio! Sarah earned her master’s degree in mental health counseling with a specialization in art therapy from Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Originally from Austin, Texas, she has a deep appreciation for art, music, and all other modalities of expression. Sarah works to provide a welcoming space for adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a client-centered approach to ensure you are receiving the kind of care you desire.
Sarah has experience working with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, and crisis management.
Schedule instantly through my website in my bio! Sarah earned her master’s degree in mental health counseling with a specialization in art therapy from Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Originally from Austin, Texas, she has a deep appreciation for art, music, and all other modalities of expression. Sarah works to provide a welcoming space for adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a client-centered approach to ensure you are receiving the kind of care you desire.
(303) 529-1703 View (303) 529-1703
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Steve Blad
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
I have provided psychotherapy to all ages for 24 years. I primarily do individual therapy with adults and teens. I provide in-person (preferred) and Telehealth therapy. I treat an array of clinical issues: depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders (panic disorder, GAD, PTSD, etc.), eating disorders, schizoaffective disorder, psychosis, personality disorders (borderline, narcissistic, antisocial, etc.), anger, life stress, and substance abuse/dependence. I assist clients dealing with various life stressors including job loss, grief, trauma, adjustment issues etc. I encourage and advocate for coping versus avoidance behavior.
I have provided psychotherapy to all ages for 24 years. I primarily do individual therapy with adults and teens. I provide in-person (preferred) and Telehealth therapy. I treat an array of clinical issues: depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders (panic disorder, GAD, PTSD, etc.), eating disorders, schizoaffective disorder, psychosis, personality disorders (borderline, narcissistic, antisocial, etc.), anger, life stress, and substance abuse/dependence. I assist clients dealing with various life stressors including job loss, grief, trauma, adjustment issues etc. I encourage and advocate for coping versus avoidance behavior.
(970) 427-5068 View (970) 427-5068
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Wild Hearted Healing
MA, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CO 80215
Maybe this is your first time in therapy, and you don't know what to expect. Or maybe you've tried many times, but it feels like nothing has worked. Either way, I think I have something unique to offer you. I use both nature and technology to enhance the effectiveness of therapy. This combination yields positive results in many different areas including ADHD, PTSD, depression, anxiety, dissociation, anger management, self-esteem, and more.
Maybe this is your first time in therapy, and you don't know what to expect. Or maybe you've tried many times, but it feels like nothing has worked. Either way, I think I have something unique to offer you. I use both nature and technology to enhance the effectiveness of therapy. This combination yields positive results in many different areas including ADHD, PTSD, depression, anxiety, dissociation, anger management, self-esteem, and more.
(720) 358-8759 View (720) 358-8759
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Kevin Wittenberg, Psychologist and Psychoanalyst
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80238  (Online Only)
Our capacity to connect, both with ourselves (i.e. our passions, feelings, and body) and with others, is crucial to our feelings of well-being. When we connect, we generally feel a sense of aliveness in ourselves and the world. When we can't connect, we feel anxious, isolated, empty, or depressed. I feel my job is to help clients to more fully connect to the range of their experiences. I help adults and adolescents explore why they lose connection. I help them identify, understand, and overcome the deep root of their disconnection. I help them find well-being, which gives me great joy.
Our capacity to connect, both with ourselves (i.e. our passions, feelings, and body) and with others, is crucial to our feelings of well-being. When we connect, we generally feel a sense of aliveness in ourselves and the world. When we can't connect, we feel anxious, isolated, empty, or depressed. I feel my job is to help clients to more fully connect to the range of their experiences. I help adults and adolescents explore why they lose connection. I help them identify, understand, and overcome the deep root of their disconnection. I help them find well-being, which gives me great joy.
(720) 764-5401 View (720) 764-5401
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Anthony Gauthier
Counselor, MS, ADDC, LPCC
Verified Verified
I have worked in the mental health and substance abuse community for over 15 years through volunteer work, in-patient and outpatient services, detox and emergency room settings. I provide a client centered approach through depression, anxiety, substance abuse, coping skill development, boundary and communication improvement. I strive to raise mental health awareness and focus on improving life skills to build a better sense of self and desire to serve the communities in which you reside.
I have worked in the mental health and substance abuse community for over 15 years through volunteer work, in-patient and outpatient services, detox and emergency room settings. I provide a client centered approach through depression, anxiety, substance abuse, coping skill development, boundary and communication improvement. I strive to raise mental health awareness and focus on improving life skills to build a better sense of self and desire to serve the communities in which you reside.
(719) 223-3769 View (719) 223-3769
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Joel Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, and addictions. I'm a real human, and I'll treat you like one. You'll probably cry a bit, laugh a bit more, and feel heard and understood along the way. You'll leave therapy more equipped to manage the crap life can throw at you, and you'll be better able to enjoy your life.
I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, and addictions. I'm a real human, and I'll treat you like one. You'll probably cry a bit, laugh a bit more, and feel heard and understood along the way. You'll leave therapy more equipped to manage the crap life can throw at you, and you'll be better able to enjoy your life.
(720) 776-9957 View (720) 776-9957
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Grace Patton
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80013  (Online Only)
As an Army veteran, I'm experienced in dealing with trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Intern at Amy's Counseling Service based in Denver, CO. You are not alone. When we struggle with our mental health, sometimes it can feel like nobody understands what we are going through or that there is nobody we can talk to. One great about therapy is that you have someone walking beside you through your life’s highest highs and lowest lows. If I can be that for you, I will listen to you without judgment and with care and respect.
As an Army veteran, I'm experienced in dealing with trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Intern at Amy's Counseling Service based in Denver, CO. You are not alone. When we struggle with our mental health, sometimes it can feel like nobody understands what we are going through or that there is nobody we can talk to. One great about therapy is that you have someone walking beside you through your life’s highest highs and lowest lows. If I can be that for you, I will listen to you without judgment and with care and respect.
(720) 713-7445 View (720) 713-7445
Photo of Daniel Warsaw Minerva, Psychologist in Colorado
Daniel Warsaw Minerva
Psychologist, PhD, MA, MBA
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
Right Psychologist for You! I am the right psychologist for you because we are going to do everything in our power to make your therapy a success. You and I achieve what you need and want now and in the future. We integrate your social, psychological, and emotional well-being. Your treatment equips you with the required training to overcome current and unfolding adversity when encountered. Evidence-based clinical practice enables you to repel anxiety, addiction, depression, relationship, and trauma issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Descriptive Psychology remove your remaining concerns.
Right Psychologist for You! I am the right psychologist for you because we are going to do everything in our power to make your therapy a success. You and I achieve what you need and want now and in the future. We integrate your social, psychological, and emotional well-being. Your treatment equips you with the required training to overcome current and unfolding adversity when encountered. Evidence-based clinical practice enables you to repel anxiety, addiction, depression, relationship, and trauma issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Descriptive Psychology remove your remaining concerns.
(720) 796-4547 View (720) 796-4547
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Shonda J Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAS
Verified Verified
Pueblo, CO 81004  (Online Only)
Great news! I can now be contacted not only at Sondermind but Headway too. All of these problems can change with specialized approaches. It's hard to believe that I've been working as a social worker for 27 years. I still enjoy my work today as I did 27 years ago. I feel I love it so much because everyone is different. I also love to see people have the best life they can. You can change the way you think and how you feel by learning and using new coping skills. I focus on adults with depression, trauma, anxiety or addictions using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavior Modification and Person Centered Therapy.
Great news! I can now be contacted not only at Sondermind but Headway too. All of these problems can change with specialized approaches. It's hard to believe that I've been working as a social worker for 27 years. I still enjoy my work today as I did 27 years ago. I feel I love it so much because everyone is different. I also love to see people have the best life they can. You can change the way you think and how you feel by learning and using new coping skills. I focus on adults with depression, trauma, anxiety or addictions using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavior Modification and Person Centered Therapy.
(719) 316-5468 View (719) 316-5468
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Zac McInerney
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80528
Zac has extensive experience with individuals struggling with anxiety and depression, and one of his strengths is helping them find their own path to healing.
We are all on our own path to find meaning in our lives, but life can cause us to stumble on that path. Zac McInerney believes that we all have the ability, potential, and courage to stand back up and continue along the path toward the meaningful experience of life. Zac is passionate about helping provide a safe, supportive, encouraging, and caring environment for each client to find their own change and growth. He is dedicated to helping clients find their unique potential and meaning, and strongly believes in the therapeutic relationship to provide an environment for growth.
Zac has extensive experience with individuals struggling with anxiety and depression, and one of his strengths is helping them find their own path to healing.
We are all on our own path to find meaning in our lives, but life can cause us to stumble on that path. Zac McInerney believes that we all have the ability, potential, and courage to stand back up and continue along the path toward the meaningful experience of life. Zac is passionate about helping provide a safe, supportive, encouraging, and caring environment for each client to find their own change and growth. He is dedicated to helping clients find their unique potential and meaning, and strongly believes in the therapeutic relationship to provide an environment for growth.
(970) 500-8967 View (970) 500-8967
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Oak Tree Behavioral Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80228
Oak Tree Behavioral Services offers therapy to adolescents and their families for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, childhood behavior concerns, anger management, and social skills training.
Oak Tree Behavioral Services, Inc. is known throughout Colorado in diagnosing, and treating treating mental health conditions. Oak Tree Behavioral Services, Inc, provides: Individual Therapy, Marriage Therapy, and Testing. Interventions target problematic behavior, cognitions, and emotional dysregulation. Treatments are pragmatic, evidence-based and interventions that address the factors that contribute to the personal adversity. Therapeutic style is marked mutual collaboration, fresh perspective taking, active teaching, and warmth. Clinicians are committed to tailoring strategies to build upon client's unique qualities, concerns, and circumstances. We strive to provide the direction needed to not only cope, but to "own" challenges and strengths.
Oak Tree Behavioral Services offers therapy to adolescents and their families for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, childhood behavior concerns, anger management, and social skills training.
Oak Tree Behavioral Services, Inc. is known throughout Colorado in diagnosing, and treating treating mental health conditions. Oak Tree Behavioral Services, Inc, provides: Individual Therapy, Marriage Therapy, and Testing. Interventions target problematic behavior, cognitions, and emotional dysregulation. Treatments are pragmatic, evidence-based and interventions that address the factors that contribute to the personal adversity. Therapeutic style is marked mutual collaboration, fresh perspective taking, active teaching, and warmth. Clinicians are committed to tailoring strategies to build upon client's unique qualities, concerns, and circumstances. We strive to provide the direction needed to not only cope, but to "own" challenges and strengths.
(303) 622-5676 x250 View (303) 622-5676 x250
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Higher Sights Counseling (Therapy Emdr Medication Management)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LAC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80215
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients NOW! Immediate openings! At Higher Sights Counseling we understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way. A better life starts today.
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients NOW! Immediate openings! At Higher Sights Counseling we understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way. A better life starts today.
(303) 952-1463 View (303) 952-1463
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Jason Seidel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
I specialize in helping adults who have not been helped by past treatment, who have problems feeling connected, or who have long-standing struggles with trauma, depression, anxiety, or relationships. Currently I have openings for Group Therapy (not for individual or couples). I am happy to refer you to trusted colleagues if you would like to chat about that. All our therapists track how effective we are - and we publish our results. That's what makes The Colorado Center for Clinical Excellence different. I invite you to read about my approach, results, fees, articles, and resources at thecoloradocenter.com.
I specialize in helping adults who have not been helped by past treatment, who have problems feeling connected, or who have long-standing struggles with trauma, depression, anxiety, or relationships. Currently I have openings for Group Therapy (not for individual or couples). I am happy to refer you to trusted colleagues if you would like to chat about that. All our therapists track how effective we are - and we publish our results. That's what makes The Colorado Center for Clinical Excellence different. I invite you to read about my approach, results, fees, articles, and resources at thecoloradocenter.com.
(720) 509-9910 View (720) 509-9910
Thomas Zachar
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC-C, BS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80303
The primary topics I address with my clients are anxiety, depression, anger, and spirituality.
Life can be really dang hard at times- together we can focus on personal growth, healing, and increasing the quality of your experience. Our relationship with others, our environments, and other dimensions of life is the core of who we are as humans. Fortunately, therapy is a tried and true version of this relationship that empowers us to accomplish mental health, wellness, and growth. I am here to connect with and understand your unique circumstances so that we can safely navigate any challenges that arise. My ideal world is one where we can all live in peace, harmony, and be able to express our inherent individuality.
The primary topics I address with my clients are anxiety, depression, anger, and spirituality.
Life can be really dang hard at times- together we can focus on personal growth, healing, and increasing the quality of your experience. Our relationship with others, our environments, and other dimensions of life is the core of who we are as humans. Fortunately, therapy is a tried and true version of this relationship that empowers us to accomplish mental health, wellness, and growth. I am here to connect with and understand your unique circumstances so that we can safely navigate any challenges that arise. My ideal world is one where we can all live in peace, harmony, and be able to express our inherent individuality.
(720) 983-3534 View (720) 983-3534
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Back On Track Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80538
Specialties: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction and conflict resolution.
Running faster doesn't help... If you're running in the wrong direction! Tired of feeling like no one gets it and nothing seems to change? Our relationship will be safe. A trusted, non-judgmental person that gives you the time you want and the tools you need. Together we will get you where you're trying to go. We'll focus on your unique circumstances to create realistic 'outside the box' solutions. I've had huge success helping people heal from the past and become un-stuck from repetitive negative patterns. Restore balance or create it, You are not alone!
Specialties: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction and conflict resolution.
Running faster doesn't help... If you're running in the wrong direction! Tired of feeling like no one gets it and nothing seems to change? Our relationship will be safe. A trusted, non-judgmental person that gives you the time you want and the tools you need. Together we will get you where you're trying to go. We'll focus on your unique circumstances to create realistic 'outside the box' solutions. I've had huge success helping people heal from the past and become un-stuck from repetitive negative patterns. Restore balance or create it, You are not alone!
(970) 660-5315 View (970) 660-5315

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.