Depression Therapists in Hiram, GA

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Tonya Jordan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hiram, GA 30141  (Online Only)
My specialty areas are anxiety, depression, low self esteem, and relationship issues.
Are you tired of struggling to feel better but not getting anywhere? Are low mood and lack of motivation keeping you stagnant, while others seem so happy with their lives? Have you considered that it is not in trying harder, but in thinking differently? I specialize in helping people who are serious about changing their lives to identify and shift non-productive thinking patterns so that they can get better results. I help them to replace underlying beliefs that are not serving them, and to work within the hidden layers of their minds. I help people to understand how they tick so they can have lasting, more permanent change.
My specialty areas are anxiety, depression, low self esteem, and relationship issues.
Are you tired of struggling to feel better but not getting anywhere? Are low mood and lack of motivation keeping you stagnant, while others seem so happy with their lives? Have you considered that it is not in trying harder, but in thinking differently? I specialize in helping people who are serious about changing their lives to identify and shift non-productive thinking patterns so that they can get better results. I help them to replace underlying beliefs that are not serving them, and to work within the hidden layers of their minds. I help people to understand how they tick so they can have lasting, more permanent change.
(678) 246-5347 View (678) 246-5347
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Rise Above It! LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hiram, GA 30141  (Online Only)
My specialties include depression, grief, and PTSD, which typically stem from stress, trauma, or a crisis.
I have been a therapist for 22 years and have worked in this field for 23 years. I have extensive experience in crisis intervention, depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress management. I want to help my clients develop self-awareness and coping skills for their challenges by utilizing their strengths and social supports. Clients must be motivated to get help so they can eventually help themselves. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
My specialties include depression, grief, and PTSD, which typically stem from stress, trauma, or a crisis.
I have been a therapist for 22 years and have worked in this field for 23 years. I have extensive experience in crisis intervention, depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress management. I want to help my clients develop self-awareness and coping skills for their challenges by utilizing their strengths and social supports. Clients must be motivated to get help so they can eventually help themselves. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
(678) 721-8305 View (678) 721-8305
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James Elliott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hiram, GA 30141
This approach works well for Identity issues, anxiety, depression, mood disorders or recurrent thoughts.
We may sometimes feel that we are not able to embody our identify and beliefs. Feeling you should be something you are not is unbearable: what is core to you can be honored, and what is not can be examined and then embraced, accepted or changed. What we choose to value, and how we pursue those values, dictate what we are to become. Some things cannot be changed, and yet we can choose how we move around them. Being true to yourself can sometimes seem like a difficult choice, and we all must decide when and how to realize our potential, even in the face of adversity.
This approach works well for Identity issues, anxiety, depression, mood disorders or recurrent thoughts.
We may sometimes feel that we are not able to embody our identify and beliefs. Feeling you should be something you are not is unbearable: what is core to you can be honored, and what is not can be examined and then embraced, accepted or changed. What we choose to value, and how we pursue those values, dictate what we are to become. Some things cannot be changed, and yet we can choose how we move around them. Being true to yourself can sometimes seem like a difficult choice, and we all must decide when and how to realize our potential, even in the face of adversity.
(678) 783-8593 View (678) 783-8593
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Christine J Mezza
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, NCC, NBCCH, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hiram, GA 30141
I have a 100% online professional counseling service, using video conferencing. I work with clients ages 12 and and a wide variety of issues, I particularly enjoy working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, anger, and adjustment issues. I am eclectic and holistic in my approach to therapy, drawing from various systems of therapy to meet the individual needs of the client, and encompassing care of the body, mind, and spirit. While I do not impose my beliefs on clients, I am a Christian and willingly deal with spiritual matters that clients may bring to counseling.
I have a 100% online professional counseling service, using video conferencing. I work with clients ages 12 and and a wide variety of issues, I particularly enjoy working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, anger, and adjustment issues. I am eclectic and holistic in my approach to therapy, drawing from various systems of therapy to meet the individual needs of the client, and encompassing care of the body, mind, and spirit. While I do not impose my beliefs on clients, I am a Christian and willingly deal with spiritual matters that clients may bring to counseling.
(678) 562-1691 View (678) 562-1691
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Dana Nummerdor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Hiram, GA 30141
If you are struggling and feel lost in your life, are in transition, or are dealing with challenges to your mental health, reach out to me. We can work together to explore what isn't working in your life and get you to a better place. I work with adults who are experiencing difficulties with grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, life-phase transitions, relationship issues, and spirituality. I am also a certified Life Coach and can help you find your way through uncertainty to reach your goals.
If you are struggling and feel lost in your life, are in transition, or are dealing with challenges to your mental health, reach out to me. We can work together to explore what isn't working in your life and get you to a better place. I work with adults who are experiencing difficulties with grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, life-phase transitions, relationship issues, and spirituality. I am also a certified Life Coach and can help you find your way through uncertainty to reach your goals.
(770) 450-5769 View (770) 450-5769
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Taifa McLarin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Hiram, GA 30141  (Online Only)
Everyone deserves to experience wellness and life satisfaction. In working with me, women of color will be supported to utilize their strengths to create personal fulfillment, reduce symptoms from anxiety, depression, and life transition. With 20+ years in mental health services, I offer a warm, safe space full of understanding, trust, growth and a platform for clients to be unapologetically themselves. Navigating life armed with the improved ability to effectively work through current difficult moments or let go of past pain results in realized control, empowerment, redefined purpose, a strong identity, and positive self-esteem.
Everyone deserves to experience wellness and life satisfaction. In working with me, women of color will be supported to utilize their strengths to create personal fulfillment, reduce symptoms from anxiety, depression, and life transition. With 20+ years in mental health services, I offer a warm, safe space full of understanding, trust, growth and a platform for clients to be unapologetically themselves. Navigating life armed with the improved ability to effectively work through current difficult moments or let go of past pain results in realized control, empowerment, redefined purpose, a strong identity, and positive self-esteem.
(770) 230-5395 View (770) 230-5395
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Kiera Rhodes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hiram, GA 30141  (Online Only)
Kiera Rhodes is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adolescents and adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Kiera specializes in depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, and substance use issues. She is a former mental health group therapist for adolescents. Her broad professional experience with adolescents, young, and middle-aged adults enables her to provide the guidance and support that her clients of all ages are seeking.
Kiera Rhodes is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adolescents and adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Kiera specializes in depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, and substance use issues. She is a former mental health group therapist for adolescents. Her broad professional experience with adolescents, young, and middle-aged adults enables her to provide the guidance and support that her clients of all ages are seeking.
(470) 660-3008 View (470) 660-3008
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Forensic Evaluations | Board Certified
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCFMHE, CAMSII, NCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Hiram, GA 30141
I work with Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Seniors and Veterans struggling with difficulties that causes anxiety & depression, family and/or marital distress and many other factors that impede on enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
We provide court approved Forensic Evaluations for substance use, anger management and psychological testing services. We are a trusted provider offering a comprehensive range of court mandated and employer mandated services. These services include alcohol and drug evaluations, anger management evaluations, SAP Evaluations, mental health evaluations, anger management classes, shoplifting prevention classes. MRT program is available as well.
I work with Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Seniors and Veterans struggling with difficulties that causes anxiety & depression, family and/or marital distress and many other factors that impede on enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
We provide court approved Forensic Evaluations for substance use, anger management and psychological testing services. We are a trusted provider offering a comprehensive range of court mandated and employer mandated services. These services include alcohol and drug evaluations, anger management evaluations, SAP Evaluations, mental health evaluations, anger management classes, shoplifting prevention classes. MRT program is available as well.
(678) 971-2359 View (678) 971-2359
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Aleta Dobbs Farmer
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, MAC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Hiram, GA 30141
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression.
(470) 450-3921 View (470) 450-3921
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Charles Houston Jr
MA, APC, NCC, DMin, MDiv
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hiram, GA 30141
I specialize in assisting men, women, couples, and young people address issues with stress, trauma, self-esteem, depression, and other challenges that they may be facing.
Welcome! I am excited that you have chosen to pursue some personal goals and prepare yourself to be a better you. You are my main concern and helping you to reach those therapeutic and self-care goals is my primary priority. The normal activities of life have a tendency to take and drain mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical energy from us and I desire to assist you better use that energy. I believe that everyone deals with challenges in life and need support from a caring and competent professional. I am a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator as well as a certified SYMBIS facilitator.
I specialize in assisting men, women, couples, and young people address issues with stress, trauma, self-esteem, depression, and other challenges that they may be facing.
Welcome! I am excited that you have chosen to pursue some personal goals and prepare yourself to be a better you. You are my main concern and helping you to reach those therapeutic and self-care goals is my primary priority. The normal activities of life have a tendency to take and drain mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical energy from us and I desire to assist you better use that energy. I believe that everyone deals with challenges in life and need support from a caring and competent professional. I am a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator as well as a certified SYMBIS facilitator.
(678) 661-5861 View (678) 661-5861
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Lauren Montgomery
Pre-Licensed Professional, Lauren Montgomery
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hiram, GA 30141
Are you having a difficult time to get through your day to day life tasks? Are you feeling uneasy, anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed. If so you made it to the right place and I am so happy that you are here. I understand beginning therapy can be both scary and uncomfortable but it does not have to be anymore. I practice with empathy, understanding, and compassion in all areas in an environment that is non judgmental and accepting.
Are you having a difficult time to get through your day to day life tasks? Are you feeling uneasy, anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed. If so you made it to the right place and I am so happy that you are here. I understand beginning therapy can be both scary and uncomfortable but it does not have to be anymore. I practice with empathy, understanding, and compassion in all areas in an environment that is non judgmental and accepting.
(678) 831-8212 View (678) 831-8212
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Celeste Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CAMS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hiram, GA 30141
I offer individual therapy for adults; male and female. I can see you in the office or on video. Specializing in life transitions, relationship issues, depression, anger, strong emotions, anxiety, family conflicts, and parenting. I promise to listen to you, and focus on what you want to gain from therapy. I can suggest coping skills, offering specific techniques, using the best treatment suited to your individual needs and personality. I am Certified as an Anger Management Specialist.
I offer individual therapy for adults; male and female. I can see you in the office or on video. Specializing in life transitions, relationship issues, depression, anger, strong emotions, anxiety, family conflicts, and parenting. I promise to listen to you, and focus on what you want to gain from therapy. I can suggest coping skills, offering specific techniques, using the best treatment suited to your individual needs and personality. I am Certified as an Anger Management Specialist.
(770) 383-1075 View (770) 383-1075
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Christine Sims
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CAMSII, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hiram, GA 30141
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by. Seeking assistance isn't always a pleasant and easy process. But don't stop, relief is up ahead. You have already taken the first step and that is being aware a change needs to occur. The next step is doing something about this new awareness. This is where I come in, to walk alongside you in this revelatory journey. I have extensive experience working with individuals, children and adolescents and families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, parent-child conflict, low self-esteem, anger management and grief.
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by. Seeking assistance isn't always a pleasant and easy process. But don't stop, relief is up ahead. You have already taken the first step and that is being aware a change needs to occur. The next step is doing something about this new awareness. This is where I come in, to walk alongside you in this revelatory journey. I have extensive experience working with individuals, children and adolescents and families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, parent-child conflict, low self-esteem, anger management and grief.
(404) 948-3814 View (404) 948-3814
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Destinee Wells
Pre-Licensed Professional, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hiram, GA 30141
If you or your child have been experiencing anxiety, depression, unhealthy eating habits, low self-esteem, difficulty in your relationships/family dynamics, or an increase in stress, don’t lose hope.
There’s got to be more to life than this! While often times we know this to be true, our current or past experiences can make it difficult to believe we truly deserve it. Whether you’ve been searching for more peace, self-love, joy, understanding, healthy relationships, balance or all of the above, I truly believe the the journey to accessing your hearts desires begins with healing. The process of unlearning old patterns while trying your best to implement new ones, can be difficult. The beautiful thing about building a therapeutic relationship is that it means you don’t have to go on that journey alone.
If you or your child have been experiencing anxiety, depression, unhealthy eating habits, low self-esteem, difficulty in your relationships/family dynamics, or an increase in stress, don’t lose hope.
There’s got to be more to life than this! While often times we know this to be true, our current or past experiences can make it difficult to believe we truly deserve it. Whether you’ve been searching for more peace, self-love, joy, understanding, healthy relationships, balance or all of the above, I truly believe the the journey to accessing your hearts desires begins with healing. The process of unlearning old patterns while trying your best to implement new ones, can be difficult. The beautiful thing about building a therapeutic relationship is that it means you don’t have to go on that journey alone.
(470) 660-3548 View (470) 660-3548
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Tynesha Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hiram, GA 30141
My areas of experience include working with children and families who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, mental and behavioral health disorders, conduct disorder, ADHD, and adjustment disorders.
Hello, I’m Tynesha Brown! I am delighted that you have decided to take the first step on your healing journey. Seeking help may seem difficult, but it takes exceptional strength and courage. Over the past 6 years, I have had the honor of working with children Pre-K age through Higher Education age and their families. I graduated from the University of West Georgia earning my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a minor in Sociology with a concentration in Social Diversity, and my Master’s degree in School Counseling.
My areas of experience include working with children and families who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, mental and behavioral health disorders, conduct disorder, ADHD, and adjustment disorders.
Hello, I’m Tynesha Brown! I am delighted that you have decided to take the first step on your healing journey. Seeking help may seem difficult, but it takes exceptional strength and courage. Over the past 6 years, I have had the honor of working with children Pre-K age through Higher Education age and their families. I graduated from the University of West Georgia earning my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a minor in Sociology with a concentration in Social Diversity, and my Master’s degree in School Counseling.
(770) 525-4319 View (770) 525-4319
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Burton T Maugans
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hiram, GA 30141
I can also effectively treat depression and anxiety, PTSD and relationship concerns.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that has practiced since 1993. I work with adolescents and their families using a stress-management approach to treatment. I also enjoy working with adults and couples to assist in dealing with life stresses and relationship issues. I have developed a personal approach to therapy that combines cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), ACT, Adlerian and psychodynamic interventions. My approach achieves results.
I can also effectively treat depression and anxiety, PTSD and relationship concerns.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that has practiced since 1993. I work with adolescents and their families using a stress-management approach to treatment. I also enjoy working with adults and couples to assist in dealing with life stresses and relationship issues. I have developed a personal approach to therapy that combines cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), ACT, Adlerian and psychodynamic interventions. My approach achieves results.
(678) 918-4116 View (678) 918-4116
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Clint Payne
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hiram, GA 30141
Are you looking to learn new skills and tools to help you better your relationships, manage your emotions, and improve your thinking and coping skills? With over 29 years of experience, we can work together to replace them with new effective, practical skills that will last as you keep practicing them. I am skilled in couples counseling, problematic sexual behavior, anxiety, worry, depression. If you are struggling with any of these issues, and they are impacting your relationships, work, or family life let’s work together to make things better.
Are you looking to learn new skills and tools to help you better your relationships, manage your emotions, and improve your thinking and coping skills? With over 29 years of experience, we can work together to replace them with new effective, practical skills that will last as you keep practicing them. I am skilled in couples counseling, problematic sexual behavior, anxiety, worry, depression. If you are struggling with any of these issues, and they are impacting your relationships, work, or family life let’s work together to make things better.
(404) 994-3585 View (404) 994-3585
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Brian K Fujii
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, LPC, MAC, CAMS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hiram, GA 30141
"Why is my life so out of control?" This is a very common question patients ask me when first entering treatment. The real question is what are the underlying root causes that is generating these challenging behaviors. Through a thorough assessment I will help you identify such areas as depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder, life stressors, etc. that may actually be driving the dysfunctional behaviors of alcoholism and/or drug abuse, marital distress, poor anger management and overall stressful interpersonal conflicts. Let me help you develop a plan of action to get your life back today.
"Why is my life so out of control?" This is a very common question patients ask me when first entering treatment. The real question is what are the underlying root causes that is generating these challenging behaviors. Through a thorough assessment I will help you identify such areas as depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder, life stressors, etc. that may actually be driving the dysfunctional behaviors of alcoholism and/or drug abuse, marital distress, poor anger management and overall stressful interpersonal conflicts. Let me help you develop a plan of action to get your life back today.
(770) 766-4569 View (770) 766-4569
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Macy Preston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hiram, GA 30141
Macy Preston is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 12 years of experience in counseling and direct case management. Most of her career has been spent with children and families in the midst of homelessness, foster care, and/or adoption, so she is no stranger to walking alongside others in their lowest valleys and on their highest mountains. She also has worked with many adults and couples as they navigate depression, grief and loss, anxiety, and relationship issues. With a background in psychology and a continued interest in the way that our brains impact our lives, Macy works with each unique client to untangle the white noise.
Macy Preston is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 12 years of experience in counseling and direct case management. Most of her career has been spent with children and families in the midst of homelessness, foster care, and/or adoption, so she is no stranger to walking alongside others in their lowest valleys and on their highest mountains. She also has worked with many adults and couples as they navigate depression, grief and loss, anxiety, and relationship issues. With a background in psychology and a continued interest in the way that our brains impact our lives, Macy works with each unique client to untangle the white noise.
(470) 412-8915 View (470) 412-8915
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Tonya Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hiram, GA 30141
When we find our voice, we find our power. I believe and trust that together, we can strive to rebuild your mental health through therapy; in addition, we build a partnership between us with the joined objective of building a better you in whatever form you desire. I create a friendly, non-judgmental, safe environment for my clients that empower them to succeed in making real changes in their lives.
When we find our voice, we find our power. I believe and trust that together, we can strive to rebuild your mental health through therapy; in addition, we build a partnership between us with the joined objective of building a better you in whatever form you desire. I create a friendly, non-judgmental, safe environment for my clients that empower them to succeed in making real changes in their lives.
(678) 928-7743 View (678) 928-7743
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.