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Kimberley Adda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LCSW
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33431
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
(561) 220-1076 View (561) 220-1076
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ReachLink
LCSW, MA, QS, IOP, OP
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33431
We can help with Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, PTSD, Stress, Family, Self Harm, Eating Disorders, Tech Addiction, Relationships, OCD, ADHD and more.
ReachLink uses technology to improve lives. We provide effective, affordable behavioral health care and aspire to enable access to care for all people. ReachLink works with many different populations using our tele-behavioral health platform to help individuals reach their goals, conveniently and effectively.
We can help with Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, PTSD, Stress, Family, Self Harm, Eating Disorders, Tech Addiction, Relationships, OCD, ADHD and more.
ReachLink uses technology to improve lives. We provide effective, affordable behavioral health care and aspire to enable access to care for all people. ReachLink works with many different populations using our tele-behavioral health platform to help individuals reach their goals, conveniently and effectively.
(561) 609-0663 View (561) 609-0663
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Maria Sue Butler
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, DOAM
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33431
We offer effective skills building interventions against depression.
Tool Box for Life and Relational Skills When clients graduate from treatment, they take with them a box full of "tools", such as effective anger management techniques, avoiding confrontations that lead to negative expressions of anger, resolving conflict peacefully and quietly, making the right decisions in every aspect of life, and perseverance to always build skills against life's problems and apply them consistently. Skill development is relational. No one lives in isolation; everyone maintains many types of relationships. Treatment provides chances to improve all relationships by communicating effectively, listening without making assumptions, and avoiding miscommunication that brings on anger and/or conflict.
We offer effective skills building interventions against depression.
Tool Box for Life and Relational Skills When clients graduate from treatment, they take with them a box full of "tools", such as effective anger management techniques, avoiding confrontations that lead to negative expressions of anger, resolving conflict peacefully and quietly, making the right decisions in every aspect of life, and perseverance to always build skills against life's problems and apply them consistently. Skill development is relational. No one lives in isolation; everyone maintains many types of relationships. Treatment provides chances to improve all relationships by communicating effectively, listening without making assumptions, and avoiding miscommunication that brings on anger and/or conflict.
(954) 651-9806 View (954) 651-9806
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Alessana Fordin
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33434
If you're facing challenges within your relationships or want to enact positive changes in your life but find yourself stuck, there's a path forward. Overcoming feelings of depression and anxiety, along with learning to manage anger effectively, are entirely within your reach. Break away the barriers that prevent you from living a life filled with satisfaction, fulfillment, and joy. As a highly trained psychotherapist, I employ a holistic and personalized approach tailored to your individual needs. For further details, I invite you to visit my website at www.lotuscounseling.com.
If you're facing challenges within your relationships or want to enact positive changes in your life but find yourself stuck, there's a path forward. Overcoming feelings of depression and anxiety, along with learning to manage anger effectively, are entirely within your reach. Break away the barriers that prevent you from living a life filled with satisfaction, fulfillment, and joy. As a highly trained psychotherapist, I employ a holistic and personalized approach tailored to your individual needs. For further details, I invite you to visit my website at www.lotuscounseling.com.
(305) 834-4115 View (305) 834-4115
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Sunni Days Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMH, LMHC, CFMHE, certifi, CCCE
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33431
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression/ anxiety and grief counseling to parenting support and couples counseling.
I specialize in solution focused therapy.My goal is to assist clients in changing unhealthy patterns and thoughts to overcome challenges in their lives. . I work with children, families, couples and individuals.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression/ anxiety and grief counseling to parenting support and couples counseling.
I specialize in solution focused therapy.My goal is to assist clients in changing unhealthy patterns and thoughts to overcome challenges in their lives. . I work with children, families, couples and individuals.
(561) 445-9040 View (561) 445-9040
Deborah S. Anicama
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, Ct, H
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33433
I,Deborah Anicama,am a licensed mental health counselor / psychotherapist/ hypnotherapist, Board Certified with American Psychotherapy Association and certified with National Board for Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists. In a supportive and collaborative working relationship I apply professional, compassionate expertise to create adjustments in regulating emotions, altering thought, behavior and communication patterns which often impede self-esteem, achievement, creativity, satisfying relationships, wellness and passion. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma, post-partum depression,life-transitions, marital or relationship issues, family conflict, parenting, separation/divorce/blended family, ADD/ADHD, Asbergers, anger management, childhood disorders, chronic illness, self-esteem, body imaging disorders.
I,Deborah Anicama,am a licensed mental health counselor / psychotherapist/ hypnotherapist, Board Certified with American Psychotherapy Association and certified with National Board for Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists. In a supportive and collaborative working relationship I apply professional, compassionate expertise to create adjustments in regulating emotions, altering thought, behavior and communication patterns which often impede self-esteem, achievement, creativity, satisfying relationships, wellness and passion. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma, post-partum depression,life-transitions, marital or relationship issues, family conflict, parenting, separation/divorce/blended family, ADD/ADHD, Asbergers, anger management, childhood disorders, chronic illness, self-esteem, body imaging disorders.
(954) 283-7929 View (954) 283-7929
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Suzanne Gabriele & Associates, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33432
Specialties include relationship issues, custody, divorce mediation, reunification counseling, co-parenting counseling, child/adolescent issues, depression/anxiety, court ordered anger management and working with first responders.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and former CSSD Family Relations Counselor who works with individuals, couples, and families. I believe therapy can offer relief and hope for whatever it is you may be struggling with. I provide a warm, supportive, empathetic environment for clients in order to foster self-exploration without judgment. My techniques include EMDR (most effective treatment for trauma), Gottman couples therapy, EFT for couples and CBT. I can help to navigate through all aspects of divorce. I also offer pet assisted therapy with my certified therapy dog, Gracie.
Specialties include relationship issues, custody, divorce mediation, reunification counseling, co-parenting counseling, child/adolescent issues, depression/anxiety, court ordered anger management and working with first responders.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and former CSSD Family Relations Counselor who works with individuals, couples, and families. I believe therapy can offer relief and hope for whatever it is you may be struggling with. I provide a warm, supportive, empathetic environment for clients in order to foster self-exploration without judgment. My techniques include EMDR (most effective treatment for trauma), Gottman couples therapy, EFT for couples and CBT. I can help to navigate through all aspects of divorce. I also offer pet assisted therapy with my certified therapy dog, Gracie.
(203) 651-8024 View (203) 651-8024
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Connie Sanchez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33434
I am a Christian Counselor with over 34 years of experience working in the field of addictions, loss/grief, Adult Children of Alcoholics, Co-dependency, depression, anxiety, Post Tramatic Stress Disorder, military issues, trauma, and relationship issues.
I am a Christian Counselor with over 34 years of experience working in the field of addictions, loss/grief, Adult Children of Alcoholics, Co-dependency, depression, anxiety, Post Tramatic Stress Disorder, military issues, trauma, and relationship issues.
(561) 270-6105 View (561) 270-6105
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ProWellness Academy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33431
Welcome to our group, ProWellness Academy. We are here with several specialist available daily to service all your mental wellness and addiction counseling needs.
Welcome to our group, ProWellness Academy. We are here with several specialist available daily to service all your mental wellness and addiction counseling needs.
(561) 816-4652 View (561) 816-4652
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Lawrence B Kaufman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAP
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33434  (Online Only)
I specialize working with couples -- partners who are married or unmarried. For the past thirty years, I have been helping couples improve the quality of their life together. I also, at times, help partners to end their committed relationship in psychologically healthy ways when we determine together that they are unable to satisfactorily reconcile their differences. I believe that quality, professional therapeutic assistance can be of great benefit. I use psychologically sophisticated and useful approaches to help my clients reach their goals.Those who previously have had couples counseling or therapy especially appreciate this high level of care.
I specialize working with couples -- partners who are married or unmarried. For the past thirty years, I have been helping couples improve the quality of their life together. I also, at times, help partners to end their committed relationship in psychologically healthy ways when we determine together that they are unable to satisfactorily reconcile their differences. I believe that quality, professional therapeutic assistance can be of great benefit. I use psychologically sophisticated and useful approaches to help my clients reach their goals.Those who previously have had couples counseling or therapy especially appreciate this high level of care.
(561) 302-0568 View (561) 302-0568

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We Level Up Addiction & Mental Health Treatment
MCAP, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pompano Beach, FL 33064
Nationally Recognized Therapy at We Level Up Treatment Center. Free 24/7 hotline & assessments. Get help, take your first step to get better! Your call is FREE. We're top addiction & behavioral experts backed by the Joint Commission's Accreditation held by the top 10% of treatment centers. Specializing in the treatment of alcohol & substance abuse along with dual diagnosis mental health cases like depression, mood and thought disorders. Treatment via cutting-edge therapy programs using advanced evidence-base modalities for improved recovery results. Offering on-site medical detox programs via world-class specialists to counseling..
Nationally Recognized Therapy at We Level Up Treatment Center. Free 24/7 hotline & assessments. Get help, take your first step to get better! Your call is FREE. We're top addiction & behavioral experts backed by the Joint Commission's Accreditation held by the top 10% of treatment centers. Specializing in the treatment of alcohol & substance abuse along with dual diagnosis mental health cases like depression, mood and thought disorders. Treatment via cutting-edge therapy programs using advanced evidence-base modalities for improved recovery results. Offering on-site medical detox programs via world-class specialists to counseling..
(954) 231-3294 View (954) 231-3294
Carol Gross, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33067  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is someone who wants to make positive changes. They are motivated to work with the therapist to identify problems, are willing to consider new approaches, and are willing to believe that they can solve problems, enrich relationships, and improve their lives. People often come to therapy when old ways of problem solving are not working for them when faced with a current problem. I work closely with clients facing challenges including but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, Postpartum Depression, Relationships, Parenting, Medical Issues, Caregivers, as well as ADHD (school/work related).
My ideal client is someone who wants to make positive changes. They are motivated to work with the therapist to identify problems, are willing to consider new approaches, and are willing to believe that they can solve problems, enrich relationships, and improve their lives. People often come to therapy when old ways of problem solving are not working for them when faced with a current problem. I work closely with clients facing challenges including but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, Postpartum Depression, Relationships, Parenting, Medical Issues, Caregivers, as well as ADHD (school/work related).
(954) 592-0329 View (954) 592-0329
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Randolph G Russ, Ph. D.,LMHC
Counselor, Ph, D, LMHC
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33067
It has been my pleasure to gain over 100,000 hours of clinical experience in helping individuals, couples, marriages, adolescents and children, in the field of psychotherapy. PLEASE, don't use a "rookie" to help you with these delicate issues. I am an excellent teacher and formerly taught as an adjunct professor of psychology at Palm Beach Atlantic University. Please contact me and we can discuss your needs and how I might best meet them. I primarily work with adolescents, children, singles, marriages and families. I am able to evaluate your situation and provide you with the skills to resolve your issues.
It has been my pleasure to gain over 100,000 hours of clinical experience in helping individuals, couples, marriages, adolescents and children, in the field of psychotherapy. PLEASE, don't use a "rookie" to help you with these delicate issues. I am an excellent teacher and formerly taught as an adjunct professor of psychology at Palm Beach Atlantic University. Please contact me and we can discuss your needs and how I might best meet them. I primarily work with adolescents, children, singles, marriages and families. I am able to evaluate your situation and provide you with the skills to resolve your issues.
(561) 325-6580 View (561) 325-6580
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David C Boltson
Psychologist, BA, MA, MS, PsyD
Verified Verified
Delray Beach, FL 33444
I am engaging, personable, and a National Merit Scholar. I help clients get the results they want by drawing out their strengths and enhancing their interpersonal skills. I have been executive and clinical director of hospital and outpatient community mental health programs, as well as a management consultant. In the process, I have supervised numerous psychologists and social workers over the years. I have advanced training in hypnotic techniques which may be useful for panic and anxiety disorders, weight loss, and stress management. I strive to be a useful and pragmatic "success coach" for both my corporate and private clients
I am engaging, personable, and a National Merit Scholar. I help clients get the results they want by drawing out their strengths and enhancing their interpersonal skills. I have been executive and clinical director of hospital and outpatient community mental health programs, as well as a management consultant. In the process, I have supervised numerous psychologists and social workers over the years. I have advanced training in hypnotic techniques which may be useful for panic and anxiety disorders, weight loss, and stress management. I strive to be a useful and pragmatic "success coach" for both my corporate and private clients
(561) 536-3447 View (561) 536-3447
Rosemarie (Rose) Lyons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ICGC
Verified Verified
Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
(954) 329-0599 View (954) 329-0599

Online Therapists

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Anse Daniel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT-S, IMFT-S
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Miramar, FL 33025
I have experience with children and adolescents dealing with behavioral difficulties, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and social skills challenges.
I see therapy as a collaborative process every step of the way- from goal setting through achieving goals. I believe that each individual, couple, and family has a different way to relating to the world, and I treat each client based on their individual needs. We work together to identify strengths, and focus on what we know is already working. Then, together, we face challenges and build new skills to accomplish goals. I use therapeutic techniques that are designed to meet those goals (e.g. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-CBT, Family Systems, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy-DBT).
I have experience with children and adolescents dealing with behavioral difficulties, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and social skills challenges.
I see therapy as a collaborative process every step of the way- from goal setting through achieving goals. I believe that each individual, couple, and family has a different way to relating to the world, and I treat each client based on their individual needs. We work together to identify strengths, and focus on what we know is already working. Then, together, we face challenges and build new skills to accomplish goals. I use therapeutic techniques that are designed to meet those goals (e.g. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-CBT, Family Systems, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy-DBT).
(954) 573-2472 View (954) 573-2472
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Collaborative Healing Partners
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAP
Verified Verified
West Palm Beach, FL 33401  (Online Only)
We provide counseling to individuals, couples and families struggling with substance abuse issues, relationship difficulties, sexual identity issues, infidelity, electronics addiction, depression, anxiety, communication skills, assertiveness training, self-esteem and confidence building, parenting, career and life transitions, and family changes.
Collaborative Healing Partners believes that our client’s behaviors or presenting concerns will make sense once we understand the context of their behavior or situation. We partner with our clients to better understand their individual situations from their perspective and work to create a roadmap together to help them achieve their short term or long-term goals and begin living a more enriched/purposeful driven life. We specialize in the brief therapy model which seeks to provide our clients with permanent lasting changes in 10 sessions or less per presenting problem thus minimizing endless therapy.
We provide counseling to individuals, couples and families struggling with substance abuse issues, relationship difficulties, sexual identity issues, infidelity, electronics addiction, depression, anxiety, communication skills, assertiveness training, self-esteem and confidence building, parenting, career and life transitions, and family changes.
Collaborative Healing Partners believes that our client’s behaviors or presenting concerns will make sense once we understand the context of their behavior or situation. We partner with our clients to better understand their individual situations from their perspective and work to create a roadmap together to help them achieve their short term or long-term goals and begin living a more enriched/purposeful driven life. We specialize in the brief therapy model which seeks to provide our clients with permanent lasting changes in 10 sessions or less per presenting problem thus minimizing endless therapy.
(561) 861-1668 View (561) 861-1668
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Life Solutions Psychological Services, PA
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Plantation, FL 33317
I am committed to helping individuals, couples and families reach their optimal level of functioning. I approach counseling with the utmost respect for individual differences, cultural backgrounds, religious beliefs and social experiences. Each person possesses strengths that can be utilized in treatment to achieve wellness and healing. I provide help for those who are suffering due to unhappy relationships, stress, work and career issues, chronic pain, anxiety and depression. It is my goal to unearth and capitalize on client strengths to achieve treatment goals. I have experience using a variety of approaches to promote positive growth and development.
I am committed to helping individuals, couples and families reach their optimal level of functioning. I approach counseling with the utmost respect for individual differences, cultural backgrounds, religious beliefs and social experiences. Each person possesses strengths that can be utilized in treatment to achieve wellness and healing. I provide help for those who are suffering due to unhappy relationships, stress, work and career issues, chronic pain, anxiety and depression. It is my goal to unearth and capitalize on client strengths to achieve treatment goals. I have experience using a variety of approaches to promote positive growth and development.
(954) 399-7057 View (954) 399-7057
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Deborah G Blum
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, LMHC, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
We provide services for individuals suffering from emotional abuse, mood disorders, grief and loss, domestic violence, trauma, and PTSD as well as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and substance abuse.
We transform and empower the lives of individuals, families, and couples by guiding them to overcome personal obstacles in their lives. We strive to create both a trusting relationship and a comfortable environment with all clients so that healing can begin. Our therapists guide adults, adolescents and children in resolving personal, social and psychological difficulties. Our mission is simple- We believe in the innate greatness of all people; that everyone has a divine purpose buried within them. Our goal is to empower and motivate each person we met so that they may awaken their inner potential.
We provide services for individuals suffering from emotional abuse, mood disorders, grief and loss, domestic violence, trauma, and PTSD as well as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and substance abuse.
We transform and empower the lives of individuals, families, and couples by guiding them to overcome personal obstacles in their lives. We strive to create both a trusting relationship and a comfortable environment with all clients so that healing can begin. Our therapists guide adults, adolescents and children in resolving personal, social and psychological difficulties. Our mission is simple- We believe in the innate greatness of all people; that everyone has a divine purpose buried within them. Our goal is to empower and motivate each person we met so that they may awaken their inner potential.
(305) 842-3168 View (305) 842-3168
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Louise K Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
North Miami Beach, FL 33179  (Online Only)
Today, our lives are full of stressful situations. If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, if you have no one to talk to about your problems - you need to seek out a therapist. If you are reading this you have already taken the first step to finding someone you can relate to. I have almost 20 years experience counseling and coaching both males and females as adolescents, young adults, midlife and older adults and help them successfully find the causes and solutions to their problems.
Today, our lives are full of stressful situations. If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, if you have no one to talk to about your problems - you need to seek out a therapist. If you are reading this you have already taken the first step to finding someone you can relate to. I have almost 20 years experience counseling and coaching both males and females as adolescents, young adults, midlife and older adults and help them successfully find the causes and solutions to their problems.
(305) 741-3915 View (305) 741-3915
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.