Depression Therapists in Watertown, CT
Kenneth Alexander Adair
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Watertown, CT 06779 (Online Only)
I am a practicing LCSW in Connecticut with a background in psychology and sociology. My experience includes working with children and adults focusing on depression, anxiety, trauma, and men's issues. My practice is accepting and welcoming to all cultures, genders, sexualities, faith, and other walks of life.
I am a practicing LCSW in Connecticut with a background in psychology and sociology. My experience includes working with children and adults focusing on depression, anxiety, trauma, and men's issues. My practice is accepting and welcoming to all cultures, genders, sexualities, faith, and other walks of life.
Lisa A Leogrande
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Watertown, CT 06795
I practice individualized, solution focused therapy using an eclectic array of techniques to assist the person in regaining and maintaining an optimum level of functioning. My areas of expertise are in treating people with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship issues, life transitions, and substance abuse issues. I am versed in divorce mediation. In addition, I am knowledgeable regarding the struggle adult children are having caring for elderly parents and offer consultation in exploring appropriate alternatives and managing the emotional distress associated with such decisions.
I practice individualized, solution focused therapy using an eclectic array of techniques to assist the person in regaining and maintaining an optimum level of functioning. My areas of expertise are in treating people with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship issues, life transitions, and substance abuse issues. I am versed in divorce mediation. In addition, I am knowledgeable regarding the struggle adult children are having caring for elderly parents and offer consultation in exploring appropriate alternatives and managing the emotional distress associated with such decisions.
Nicole Martino
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Watertown, CT 06795 (Online Only)
I'm Nicole, an LPC licensed in CT with extensive experience in providing diverse services for children and adolescents. In addition to offering outpatient therapy, I serve as a Trauma Therapist in a residential setting for adolescents with co-occurring disorders. With a focus on diagnosis, prevention, and treatment, my integrative and creative approach ensures a safe, non-judgmental environment for clients. Whether addressing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, interpersonal issues, trauma, eating disorders, or anger management, I am dedicated to supporting clients in overcoming life's challenges.
I'm Nicole, an LPC licensed in CT with extensive experience in providing diverse services for children and adolescents. In addition to offering outpatient therapy, I serve as a Trauma Therapist in a residential setting for adolescents with co-occurring disorders. With a focus on diagnosis, prevention, and treatment, my integrative and creative approach ensures a safe, non-judgmental environment for clients. Whether addressing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, interpersonal issues, trauma, eating disorders, or anger management, I am dedicated to supporting clients in overcoming life's challenges.
Michelle Ehrler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Watertown, CT 06779 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you ready to take control back of your life? I am passionate and committed to helping you overcome life's challenges and finally embrace your true authentic self. I focus on a holistic approach to healing, which means I treat each client as a "whole" comprised of mind, body, and spirit. I work with a wide array of challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal difficulties, grief/loss, self-esteem, disordered eating and other mental health/behavioral concerns. I have an affinity for the challenges of adolescents, teens, and young adults as I support them in working to find their path to greater autonomy.
Are you ready to take control back of your life? I am passionate and committed to helping you overcome life's challenges and finally embrace your true authentic self. I focus on a holistic approach to healing, which means I treat each client as a "whole" comprised of mind, body, and spirit. I work with a wide array of challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal difficulties, grief/loss, self-esteem, disordered eating and other mental health/behavioral concerns. I have an affinity for the challenges of adolescents, teens, and young adults as I support them in working to find their path to greater autonomy.
Lianna Tsangarides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CDBT
Verified Verified
Watertown, CT 06795 (Online Only)
Does your teen struggle with negative self-talk and overwhelming emotions? As a parent, are you tired of watching your teen struggle and not know how to help? Does it feel like everything you do or say is wrong or makes things worse? Being a teenager is hard and many teenagers cope with self-harm, school avoidance, mood swings, risky behaviors, worry thoughts or depression. You've tried everything you can think of to support them and nothing seems to be working. I can help!
Does your teen struggle with negative self-talk and overwhelming emotions? As a parent, are you tired of watching your teen struggle and not know how to help? Does it feel like everything you do or say is wrong or makes things worse? Being a teenager is hard and many teenagers cope with self-harm, school avoidance, mood swings, risky behaviors, worry thoughts or depression. You've tried everything you can think of to support them and nothing seems to be working. I can help!
Every one of us are complex beings, influenced by our parents, the prevailing culture, our peers, and the social institutions we encounter. We are also carrying the weight of traumatic experiences both small and great. Integrative therapy with a relational focus helps the client develop and realize their true selves, devoid of unwanted influences. This therapy is a journey built on trust and mutual respect. In couples work, we learn how past family scripts effect the marriage. Often times, family members pass these family mantras to their children unknowingly, which results in their depression and anxiety.
Every one of us are complex beings, influenced by our parents, the prevailing culture, our peers, and the social institutions we encounter. We are also carrying the weight of traumatic experiences both small and great. Integrative therapy with a relational focus helps the client develop and realize their true selves, devoid of unwanted influences. This therapy is a journey built on trust and mutual respect. In couples work, we learn how past family scripts effect the marriage. Often times, family members pass these family mantras to their children unknowingly, which results in their depression and anxiety.
Maria Lynn Hornak, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Watertown, CT 06795
Working with Individuals, Couples and Families, and taking an approach that is client centered, behavioral and focused on solutions, issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, self esteem, and mood issues can be managed or resolved.
It is my hope that those who come to therapy feel listened to in a warm and inviting place that promotes hope and healing. I approach therapy like a verb. It takes action to change, fix or improve. Just simply calling or coming in for a first visit begins the journey to making things better.
Working with Individuals, Couples and Families, and taking an approach that is client centered, behavioral and focused on solutions, issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, self esteem, and mood issues can be managed or resolved.
It is my hope that those who come to therapy feel listened to in a warm and inviting place that promotes hope and healing. I approach therapy like a verb. It takes action to change, fix or improve. Just simply calling or coming in for a first visit begins the journey to making things better.
Devynn Shook
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Watertown, CT 06795
I work with various experiences, such as depression, anxiety, life transitions and stress, family conflict, parenting support, postpartum symptoms, trauma, ADHD, school behavior issues, grief and insomnia.
Do you or your child find yourselves caught up in a constant cycle of anxiety and worry?You might feel that it looks like you have it together on the outside, but inside you're just holding it together. This constant worry can make you feel restless, irritable or hopeless. Together, in a supportive environment, we can work to focus on your strengths and make small changes that will go a long way. If your goal is to feel confident and productive again, no matter your age or life circumstances, we can create a treatment plan together to get there.
I work with various experiences, such as depression, anxiety, life transitions and stress, family conflict, parenting support, postpartum symptoms, trauma, ADHD, school behavior issues, grief and insomnia.
Do you or your child find yourselves caught up in a constant cycle of anxiety and worry?You might feel that it looks like you have it together on the outside, but inside you're just holding it together. This constant worry can make you feel restless, irritable or hopeless. Together, in a supportive environment, we can work to focus on your strengths and make small changes that will go a long way. If your goal is to feel confident and productive again, no matter your age or life circumstances, we can create a treatment plan together to get there.
I work with adults 18+ who are experiencing ADHD, BPD, clients who are neurodivergent, and who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, chronic illness, and PTSD.
Are you experiencing distressing symptoms that are making it hard to get through the day? I want to assist you in creating peace in your life. I would love to assist you in achieving your goals, and exploring skills that can help you cope with symptoms that may be effecting your daily life. It's possible to feel relief from these symptoms- including worry, anxiety, depression, grief, and ADHD, and I am here to help. I specialize in treating individuals experiencing extreme stress, mood disorders, BPD, chronic illness and chronic pain, and a variety of conditions and situations that can be difficult to manage.
I work with adults 18+ who are experiencing ADHD, BPD, clients who are neurodivergent, and who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, chronic illness, and PTSD.
Are you experiencing distressing symptoms that are making it hard to get through the day? I want to assist you in creating peace in your life. I would love to assist you in achieving your goals, and exploring skills that can help you cope with symptoms that may be effecting your daily life. It's possible to feel relief from these symptoms- including worry, anxiety, depression, grief, and ADHD, and I am here to help. I specialize in treating individuals experiencing extreme stress, mood disorders, BPD, chronic illness and chronic pain, and a variety of conditions and situations that can be difficult to manage.
I am trained in various treatment, modalities and specialize in treating anxiety, depression, life stressors, trauma, OCD and various other symptoms that impact daily living.
are you looking for a non judgmental compassionate person to talk to ? Are you struggling with utilizing healthy effective coping skills ?Do you want to change the way you think ?I believe every individual is an expert on their own lives and I’m here to help you utilize your inner strengths to encourage change. My stlyle tends to be outgoing, warm and encouraging. I utilize various techniques to best meet your needs. I can help you change your mindset and develop effective coping strategies to manage: anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma , family conflict, behavioral issues and many other disorders. ( only treating adults 18 and up)
I am trained in various treatment, modalities and specialize in treating anxiety, depression, life stressors, trauma, OCD and various other symptoms that impact daily living.
are you looking for a non judgmental compassionate person to talk to ? Are you struggling with utilizing healthy effective coping skills ?Do you want to change the way you think ?I believe every individual is an expert on their own lives and I’m here to help you utilize your inner strengths to encourage change. My stlyle tends to be outgoing, warm and encouraging. I utilize various techniques to best meet your needs. I can help you change your mindset and develop effective coping strategies to manage: anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma , family conflict, behavioral issues and many other disorders. ( only treating adults 18 and up)
New Beginnings Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Watertown, CT 06795
Shannon's area of expertise is working with youth and adults who suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, and conduct disorders.
Immediate openings for in person and tele health. Have you been feeling sad or angry? Do you worry about the smallest things but feel it prevents you from completing tasks? Are you struggling in your relationships with others? Shannon Nicholson works with people who are experiencing sadness, anxiety, and anger. She can help by guiding you with support in a non judgmental atmosphere. Through empowering you to become the best version of yourself, you will be able to gain control back in your life!
Shannon's area of expertise is working with youth and adults who suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, and conduct disorders.
Immediate openings for in person and tele health. Have you been feeling sad or angry? Do you worry about the smallest things but feel it prevents you from completing tasks? Are you struggling in your relationships with others? Shannon Nicholson works with people who are experiencing sadness, anxiety, and anger. She can help by guiding you with support in a non judgmental atmosphere. Through empowering you to become the best version of yourself, you will be able to gain control back in your life!
I work with clients who have experienced trauma, self-injurious behaviors, life changes, and depression while providing an empathetic, understanding listening ear.
I believe, to heal, everyone needs and deserves a safe space to share their emotions and vulnerability, where they can create fearlessly and honestly without judgement. I believe mental wellness can be achieved by using creativity and expression to inspire, heal, and communicate your needs. As your therapist, it is my goal for you to feel safe to express your true self and who you desire to be. It would be my honor to help you get there, while celebrating progress and empowering you to create positive and healthy change in your life. I have vast experience working with adolescents, teens, and young adults.
I work with clients who have experienced trauma, self-injurious behaviors, life changes, and depression while providing an empathetic, understanding listening ear.
I believe, to heal, everyone needs and deserves a safe space to share their emotions and vulnerability, where they can create fearlessly and honestly without judgement. I believe mental wellness can be achieved by using creativity and expression to inspire, heal, and communicate your needs. As your therapist, it is my goal for you to feel safe to express your true self and who you desire to be. It would be my honor to help you get there, while celebrating progress and empowering you to create positive and healthy change in your life. I have vast experience working with adolescents, teens, and young adults.
I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.
If you are suffering from depression, anxiety, panic attacks, or substance use, feel free to contact me via phone call, text, or email. I’ll respond back within 2 hours, Monday – Sunday. My office hours are 8am EST to 5pm EST. Struggling through serious relationship problems? I’ve helped dozens of couples and perhaps I can help you. Is your teen son or daughter having difficulties adjusting to the school year and feeling down? Call me anytime at 518-610-4528 and we can schedule a free consultation to discuss your individual needs.
I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.
If you are suffering from depression, anxiety, panic attacks, or substance use, feel free to contact me via phone call, text, or email. I’ll respond back within 2 hours, Monday – Sunday. My office hours are 8am EST to 5pm EST. Struggling through serious relationship problems? I’ve helped dozens of couples and perhaps I can help you. Is your teen son or daughter having difficulties adjusting to the school year and feeling down? Call me anytime at 518-610-4528 and we can schedule a free consultation to discuss your individual needs.
Eric Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Watertown, CT 06779 (Online Only)
I am a client focused therapist who strives to assist in making your life better through supportive listening and empathy. I believe we all have the ability to make changes and improve ourselves with positive encouragement and direction. I have experience and comfort helping those individuals with alcohol and or other substance use issues, as well as mental health concerns, such as anxiety/ depression, PTSD, Bipolar, ADHD and others. I will work with you at your speed to help you reach your goals.
I am a client focused therapist who strives to assist in making your life better through supportive listening and empathy. I believe we all have the ability to make changes and improve ourselves with positive encouragement and direction. I have experience and comfort helping those individuals with alcohol and or other substance use issues, as well as mental health concerns, such as anxiety/ depression, PTSD, Bipolar, ADHD and others. I will work with you at your speed to help you reach your goals.
Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, isolation, loneliness? Has the Pandemic affected the quality of your health? Are you seeking a therapist for support? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Private Practice with a specialty in grief counseling. Call to schedule an initial session where we can decide how therapy can best be structured to meet your needs.
Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, isolation, loneliness? Has the Pandemic affected the quality of your health? Are you seeking a therapist for support? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Private Practice with a specialty in grief counseling. Call to schedule an initial session where we can decide how therapy can best be structured to meet your needs.
MGR Wellness is comprised of two Licensed Professional Counselors, George Rehkamp and Marisa Mastrianno. We offer individual, family and couples counseling sessions for all ages. We provide support for those coping with anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use and relational issues. In an effort to better serve our clients in addition to face to face counseling we also offer Telehealth services. Please contact us if you have questions regarding counseling services or would like to set up an appointment.
MGR Wellness is comprised of two Licensed Professional Counselors, George Rehkamp and Marisa Mastrianno. We offer individual, family and couples counseling sessions for all ages. We provide support for those coping with anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use and relational issues. In an effort to better serve our clients in addition to face to face counseling we also offer Telehealth services. Please contact us if you have questions regarding counseling services or would like to set up an appointment.
These feelings may present themselves through symptoms of trauma, anxiety, or depression.
My clients are people who don't want to reinvent or change who they are, they want acceptance for being themselves. My clients are people who wish to develop a sense of internal knowing, even if it is a quiet knowing, they are worthy, they are enough, and that they deserve acceptance. When we feel unsupported, or judged, for who we are, it may feel safer holding back or hiding our truth. A major component of our work together will be to build a sense of self-worth and confidence, which will allow you to feel more alive, more like your true self.
These feelings may present themselves through symptoms of trauma, anxiety, or depression.
My clients are people who don't want to reinvent or change who they are, they want acceptance for being themselves. My clients are people who wish to develop a sense of internal knowing, even if it is a quiet knowing, they are worthy, they are enough, and that they deserve acceptance. When we feel unsupported, or judged, for who we are, it may feel safer holding back or hiding our truth. A major component of our work together will be to build a sense of self-worth and confidence, which will allow you to feel more alive, more like your true self.
Sometimes life can feel like too much. The demands overwhelming. The pain unbearable. The shame suffocating. Sometimes we feel broken or empty inside or go through a loss and feel like life as we knew it will never be the same. I get that. As a therapist, I've been a partner in my client's journeys to healing. With warmth, compassion and skill, I have effectively helped individuals facing a variety of issues including trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, major life changes, grief and loss and relationship difficulties.
Sometimes life can feel like too much. The demands overwhelming. The pain unbearable. The shame suffocating. Sometimes we feel broken or empty inside or go through a loss and feel like life as we knew it will never be the same. I get that. As a therapist, I've been a partner in my client's journeys to healing. With warmth, compassion and skill, I have effectively helped individuals facing a variety of issues including trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, major life changes, grief and loss and relationship difficulties.
Artlighten LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAAT, LPC, ATR-BC, CLAT
Verified Verified
Watertown, CT 06795
Are you experiencing imbalance, anxiety, depression, unwanted emotions or thoughts, or having difficulty adjusting to life changes, or taking control of your life? Are you concerned for a child or spouse and aren't sure how to help them? This can feel overwhelming and impossible to solve. This dwelling is not a permanent place and you can be relieved of this. With my expertise in combining talk therapy with art therapy, I can guide you in opening new doors to mindfulness, self-expression and healing. Art Therapists are trained extensively in the use of art materials so that you may use them in a safe and healing manner.
Are you experiencing imbalance, anxiety, depression, unwanted emotions or thoughts, or having difficulty adjusting to life changes, or taking control of your life? Are you concerned for a child or spouse and aren't sure how to help them? This can feel overwhelming and impossible to solve. This dwelling is not a permanent place and you can be relieved of this. With my expertise in combining talk therapy with art therapy, I can guide you in opening new doors to mindfulness, self-expression and healing. Art Therapists are trained extensively in the use of art materials so that you may use them in a safe and healing manner.
Mindful Healing, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Watertown, CT 06795
We specialize in working with teens ages 12-30 who are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harming behaviors, suicidal thoughts, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, and self-esteem.
Does your teen struggle with feeling alone, misunderstood, or weird? Do they have difficulty managing their emotions, have outbursts, or just stay in bed sometimes? At Mindful Healing we are a team of teen experts that help teens learn to develop coping skills and accept themselves just the way they are in a place that was designed just for them. Our therapists help teens and young adults experientially gain the tools they need to make lasting changes in their lives. We offer individual and group therapy for teens and young adults with a focus on Dialectical Behavior Therapy, self-expression and trauma informed practices.
We specialize in working with teens ages 12-30 who are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harming behaviors, suicidal thoughts, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, and self-esteem.
Does your teen struggle with feeling alone, misunderstood, or weird? Do they have difficulty managing their emotions, have outbursts, or just stay in bed sometimes? At Mindful Healing we are a team of teen experts that help teens learn to develop coping skills and accept themselves just the way they are in a place that was designed just for them. Our therapists help teens and young adults experientially gain the tools they need to make lasting changes in their lives. We offer individual and group therapy for teens and young adults with a focus on Dialectical Behavior Therapy, self-expression and trauma informed practices.
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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.