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Healing Heartz Therapy Soulutions
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
McDonough, GA 30253
Do you feel stuck? Lost? Depressed? Anxious? Relationship issues? Each of us can experience hard times, but only a few know how to turn it into a starting point for the new life full of happiness.
Hello, my name is Jaquita Shorts. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist whose passion is to help strengthen families and individuals who are facing life changing events/issues by facilitating and promoting personal growth, individuality, and family unity. I have 9 years of clinical experiences that comprises of individual, couples, and family therapy which include life/personal/family skills training, trauma focused therapy, grief and loss, stress management, etc. I offer both individual and family counseling for those who may experience depression, anxiety-related issues, trauma, and other life altering events.
Do you feel stuck? Lost? Depressed? Anxious? Relationship issues? Each of us can experience hard times, but only a few know how to turn it into a starting point for the new life full of happiness.
Hello, my name is Jaquita Shorts. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist whose passion is to help strengthen families and individuals who are facing life changing events/issues by facilitating and promoting personal growth, individuality, and family unity. I have 9 years of clinical experiences that comprises of individual, couples, and family therapy which include life/personal/family skills training, trauma focused therapy, grief and loss, stress management, etc. I offer both individual and family counseling for those who may experience depression, anxiety-related issues, trauma, and other life altering events.
(404) 574-4827 View (404) 574-4827
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Patricia Moody Jefferson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, GA 30215  (Online Only)
Hello! In my practice, I provide counseling services for adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families. I also possess extensive experience counseling male and female Veterans. I am a State of Maryland Board certified LCSW-C. I have 26 years of practice experience. I treat a broad range of issues, including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, ADHD, marriage/relational problems, topics specific to men and women, financial matters, and the everyday challenges of daily life. The therapeutic relationship is central to healing and treatment outcomes. I offer a safe, caring, and collaborative environment.
Hello! In my practice, I provide counseling services for adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families. I also possess extensive experience counseling male and female Veterans. I am a State of Maryland Board certified LCSW-C. I have 26 years of practice experience. I treat a broad range of issues, including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, ADHD, marriage/relational problems, topics specific to men and women, financial matters, and the everyday challenges of daily life. The therapeutic relationship is central to healing and treatment outcomes. I offer a safe, caring, and collaborative environment.
(410) 403-0071 View (410) 403-0071
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Michelle Rathburn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, GA 30215
I work with individuals, couples, teens, and families who are experiencing a variety of clinical concerns. Areas of focus include depression, anxiety, burnout, self concept, conflict, infidelity, life transitions, and family issues.
I work with individuals, couples, teens, and families who are experiencing a variety of clinical concerns. Areas of focus include depression, anxiety, burnout, self concept, conflict, infidelity, life transitions, and family issues.
(404) 948-4949 View (404) 948-4949
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The Hillsman Center for Wellness, LLC
EdD, MSW, CAMSII
Verified Verified
Stockbridge, GA 30281  (Online Only)
The Hillsman Center for Wellness currently is offering groups on Anger Management, Depression, Grief, and Anxiety classes.
Do you experience regularly with negative feeling that are persistently on you mind? Are you constantly feeling irritable, impatient and hostile? Do you have frequent arguments that leads to physical violence? Are you out of control and don't know who to call? Do you have feelings of isolation, sadness, anger, and decrease eating? Are you always worrying about tomorrow? Do you have problems with sleeping at night?
The Hillsman Center for Wellness currently is offering groups on Anger Management, Depression, Grief, and Anxiety classes.
Do you experience regularly with negative feeling that are persistently on you mind? Are you constantly feeling irritable, impatient and hostile? Do you have frequent arguments that leads to physical violence? Are you out of control and don't know who to call? Do you have feelings of isolation, sadness, anger, and decrease eating? Are you always worrying about tomorrow? Do you have problems with sleeping at night?
(678) 218-1315 View (678) 218-1315
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Courtney Buck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McDonough, GA 30253
Courtney Buck is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia and Florida and has over 7 years of experience providing clinical assessment and therapeutic care to youth, adolescents, adults and families seeking help with processing childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and anger management. She completed her Bachelor of Social Work Degree at Albany state University and her Master of Social Work Degree at Valdosta State University.
Courtney Buck is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia and Florida and has over 7 years of experience providing clinical assessment and therapeutic care to youth, adolescents, adults and families seeking help with processing childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and anger management. She completed her Bachelor of Social Work Degree at Albany state University and her Master of Social Work Degree at Valdosta State University.
(678) 580-6976 View (678) 580-6976
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Monique Darnell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, GA 30214  (Online Only)
We offer services for Adjustment disorders, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Drug-Induced Mental Disorder, Eating Disorder, Emotional Disturbances of Childhood and Adolescence, Major Depression Disorder, Obsessive Compulsion Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Postpartum Depression.
If you are feeling stuck, if you are feeling like every door you knock on is not opening, and that rejection and abandonment are the food you eat as a result of the not answered door, I am your therapist. Let's heal, discover, address, and process these things so that 2024 can be the year of receiving, loving, being present, and living life fully you! With that being said I must let you know the journey won't be easy, but you are worth it! The world deserves to finally meet the real you, the inner child in you deserves to be seen and live the life of the real you! Let's do it together.
We offer services for Adjustment disorders, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Drug-Induced Mental Disorder, Eating Disorder, Emotional Disturbances of Childhood and Adolescence, Major Depression Disorder, Obsessive Compulsion Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Postpartum Depression.
If you are feeling stuck, if you are feeling like every door you knock on is not opening, and that rejection and abandonment are the food you eat as a result of the not answered door, I am your therapist. Let's heal, discover, address, and process these things so that 2024 can be the year of receiving, loving, being present, and living life fully you! With that being said I must let you know the journey won't be easy, but you are worth it! The world deserves to finally meet the real you, the inner child in you deserves to be seen and live the life of the real you! Let's do it together.
(470) 516-9097 View (470) 516-9097
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Lakeicha Birdsong-Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, GA 30236
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 20 years of therapeutic experience, beginning in 1999, working in an inpatient facility with children and adolescents. My expertise includes working with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, addiction, trauma, grief, and relationship issues. I use a mix of Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Adlerian, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Compassion Focused, Complicated Grief Therapy, Eclectic, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and many more. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move towards where you want to be in life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 20 years of therapeutic experience, beginning in 1999, working in an inpatient facility with children and adolescents. My expertise includes working with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, addiction, trauma, grief, and relationship issues. I use a mix of Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Adlerian, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Compassion Focused, Complicated Grief Therapy, Eclectic, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and many more. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move towards where you want to be in life.
(678) 824-7907 View (678) 824-7907
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Mahogany Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jonesboro, GA 30236  (Online Only)
Mahogany Hall is a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. She is committed to helping those who are experiencing Grief and Loss, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, and Relationship issues.
Mahogany Hall is a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. She is committed to helping those who are experiencing Grief and Loss, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, and Relationship issues.
(770) 746-7764 View (770) 746-7764
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Turiya McDonald
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Stockbridge, GA 30281
Now Accepting New Clients! Are you struggling with marital issues and feel like nothing is helping? Has infidelity brought unwanted challenges into your relationship? If you are experiencing challenges with depression, anxiety, grief, life adjustments, family conflict or parenting during and post pandemic? I am here to help. Getting a therapist is the first step to taking control over issues. As a trained Marriage and Family Therapist I look at the entire family system as part of your treatment. My approach to therapy is Solution Focused and Cognitive Behavior Therapy but typically is tailored to fit the needs of the client.
Now Accepting New Clients! Are you struggling with marital issues and feel like nothing is helping? Has infidelity brought unwanted challenges into your relationship? If you are experiencing challenges with depression, anxiety, grief, life adjustments, family conflict or parenting during and post pandemic? I am here to help. Getting a therapist is the first step to taking control over issues. As a trained Marriage and Family Therapist I look at the entire family system as part of your treatment. My approach to therapy is Solution Focused and Cognitive Behavior Therapy but typically is tailored to fit the needs of the client.
(470) 235-4491 View (470) 235-4491
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Ceciley Hardeman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MFT
Verified Verified
McDonough, GA 30253  (Online Only)
I am Ceciley Hardeman, a dually licensed therapist holding both Associate Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credentials in the state of Georgia. With extensive clinical experience, I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families. Client's that I typically work with experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, work-related stress, premarital/marital conflict, PTSD, family conflict, grief/loss. My theoretical approach is comprised of Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Person Centered, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I am Ceciley Hardeman, a dually licensed therapist holding both Associate Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credentials in the state of Georgia. With extensive clinical experience, I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families. Client's that I typically work with experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, work-related stress, premarital/marital conflict, PTSD, family conflict, grief/loss. My theoretical approach is comprised of Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Person Centered, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
(770) 721-8277 View (770) 721-8277
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Thriveworks Counseling and Coaching
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, LPC, LAPC, MFT, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McDonough, GA 30253
Are you living with anxiety or depression? Are you having relationship issues with your significant other or family members? Do you need help adjusting to major life changes? Are you ready to make changes to your life that will result in health, happiness, and healing in all areas of your life? Today is the day to schedule an appointment with Thriveworks Counseling and Coaching McDonough to address these issues and more. Located just south of Atlanta, GA, Thriveworks McDonough therapists, counselors, and life coaches are closer than you think to get you through the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Visit us at www.thriveworks.com/mcdonough to see what we are all about. At Thriveworks You Can Thrive. We Can Help.
Are you living with anxiety or depression? Are you having relationship issues with your significant other or family members? Do you need help adjusting to major life changes? Are you ready to make changes to your life that will result in health, happiness, and healing in all areas of your life? Today is the day to schedule an appointment with Thriveworks Counseling and Coaching McDonough to address these issues and more. Located just south of Atlanta, GA, Thriveworks McDonough therapists, counselors, and life coaches are closer than you think to get you through the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Visit us at www.thriveworks.com/mcdonough to see what we are all about. At Thriveworks You Can Thrive. We Can Help.
(404) 998-5102 View (404) 998-5102
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Angel Jackson Paloade
Counselor, BS, MA, CCC/T, SSPT, HFIMG
Verified Verified
McDonough, GA 30253
Angel Jackson Paloade, MA, MFT, CCCT, SSPT, HFIMG (02175287), is a Certified Christian Counselor who is committed to helping those in need with reaching their highest level of functional living. She is certified through the Georgia Board of Examiners for Christian Counselors/ Therapists, and is a member of the Georgia Christian Counselors Association. Angel works in private practice, seeing individuals, couples, families, & groups from diverse cultural & socio-economic backgrounds. She utilizes a wide range of advanced therapeutic/clinical methods, & areas of specialty are, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, sexual/substance
Angel Jackson Paloade, MA, MFT, CCCT, SSPT, HFIMG (02175287), is a Certified Christian Counselor who is committed to helping those in need with reaching their highest level of functional living. She is certified through the Georgia Board of Examiners for Christian Counselors/ Therapists, and is a member of the Georgia Christian Counselors Association. Angel works in private practice, seeing individuals, couples, families, & groups from diverse cultural & socio-economic backgrounds. She utilizes a wide range of advanced therapeutic/clinical methods, & areas of specialty are, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, sexual/substance
(678) 671-3073 View (678) 671-3073
Photo of Pamela Elder, Licensed Professional Counselor in Lovejoy, GA
Pamela Elder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, GA 30214
From couples/marriage disconnects to individual issues like depression, anxiety , self-esteem or life coaching, we are here to guide you and your family through your journey! .
I truly believe that no matter the circumstance, if you explore your mind, put your goals in writing, speak them out loud, and work for them intentionally and unapologetically, they will manifest.
From couples/marriage disconnects to individual issues like depression, anxiety , self-esteem or life coaching, we are here to guide you and your family through your journey! .
I truly believe that no matter the circumstance, if you explore your mind, put your goals in writing, speak them out loud, and work for them intentionally and unapologetically, they will manifest.
(470) 280-3524 View (470) 280-3524
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Gelisa Evette Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stockbridge, GA 30281  (Online Only)
I desire is to empower her clients, so they can then empower themselves. My goal in practice is to empower my clients to restore balance in their lives to combat depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues or trauma. My background is in individual, family, and crisis counseling. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I use a person-centered approach to helping individuals and families, to promote coping, healing, and personal growth.
I desire is to empower her clients, so they can then empower themselves. My goal in practice is to empower my clients to restore balance in their lives to combat depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues or trauma. My background is in individual, family, and crisis counseling. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I use a person-centered approach to helping individuals and families, to promote coping, healing, and personal growth.
(470) 660-5286 View (470) 660-5286
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Shannon P Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, GA 30214
Shannon has extensive experience in, assessments, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Behavior Modification, Psychiatric Disorders, Mood Disorders, Cultural Diversity, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, substance abuse, Life Coaching/life skill Training, Sexual abuse, Family Therapy, conflict Resolution, Self-esteem deficits, Faith based counseling, relationship Counseling, Athletic Counseling, Male counseling, Motivational and parenting skills.
Shannon is a Licensed Professional Counselor in multiple settings. He has extensive experience with multiple age groups, genders and nationalities. Shannon maintains critical and creative thinking skills essential to counseling and therapy. He is inventive in the implementation of new ideas and or initiatives, with a focus on client interaction. Shannon has worked in a Home for troubled youth, a Church youth counselor for over five years, as well with the elementary, teen, adult, elderly, disabled, and substance abuse populations. Shannon is a strong communicator, listener and motivator. Shannon considers helping others his "passion and gift".
Shannon has extensive experience in, assessments, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Behavior Modification, Psychiatric Disorders, Mood Disorders, Cultural Diversity, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, substance abuse, Life Coaching/life skill Training, Sexual abuse, Family Therapy, conflict Resolution, Self-esteem deficits, Faith based counseling, relationship Counseling, Athletic Counseling, Male counseling, Motivational and parenting skills.
Shannon is a Licensed Professional Counselor in multiple settings. He has extensive experience with multiple age groups, genders and nationalities. Shannon maintains critical and creative thinking skills essential to counseling and therapy. He is inventive in the implementation of new ideas and or initiatives, with a focus on client interaction. Shannon has worked in a Home for troubled youth, a Church youth counselor for over five years, as well with the elementary, teen, adult, elderly, disabled, and substance abuse populations. Shannon is a strong communicator, listener and motivator. Shannon considers helping others his "passion and gift".
(229) 798-4971 View (229) 798-4971
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Harvest Counseling, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McDonough, GA 30253
In her previous intern experiences she has worked with people suffering from mood disorders like adjustment anxiety and depression.
Tiana (She/Her) is a Master Level Clinician and Mercer University graduate who recently completed her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is passionate about helping individuals identify their strengths and overcome challenges. She is adept at helping individuals reframe negative thought patterns and feelings associated with negative experiences to help them live healthier lives. She takes a person-centered, collaborative approach to ensure she meets clients' needs and helps them achieve their goals.
In her previous intern experiences she has worked with people suffering from mood disorders like adjustment anxiety and depression.
Tiana (She/Her) is a Master Level Clinician and Mercer University graduate who recently completed her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is passionate about helping individuals identify their strengths and overcome challenges. She is adept at helping individuals reframe negative thought patterns and feelings associated with negative experiences to help them live healthier lives. She takes a person-centered, collaborative approach to ensure she meets clients' needs and helps them achieve their goals.
(770) 762-1545 View (770) 762-1545
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Kyra Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, GA 30214
Kyra has experience working with individuals, couples, groups, and families dealing with behavioral and mental health issues. Her passion includes working with adolescents and young adults, dealing with difficult life transitions, suicide ideation, anxiety, depression, and stress. She also enjoys working with couples dealing with sexual issues, communication differences, and infidelity. Kyra is an authentic and direct therapist. Her focus is on breaking down each client's structure and assisting in helping the client restructure their system to help meet their goals.
Kyra has experience working with individuals, couples, groups, and families dealing with behavioral and mental health issues. Her passion includes working with adolescents and young adults, dealing with difficult life transitions, suicide ideation, anxiety, depression, and stress. She also enjoys working with couples dealing with sexual issues, communication differences, and infidelity. Kyra is an authentic and direct therapist. Her focus is on breaking down each client's structure and assisting in helping the client restructure their system to help meet their goals.
(770) 760-5322 View (770) 760-5322
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Deanna C Granger
Licensed Professional Counselor, M, Ed, LPC-S, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, GA 30238  (Online Only)
Are you feeling sad or anxious most of the time? Do you feel you like you are "stuck" or "trapped" with no solutions on how to improve the situation? Are you tired of feeling down? Well, you have come to the RIGHT PLACE!!! DEVOTED TO CHANGE GRADUALLY, LLC can assist you in getting there GRADUALLY by supporting you in taking "one step" at a time.
Are you feeling sad or anxious most of the time? Do you feel you like you are "stuck" or "trapped" with no solutions on how to improve the situation? Are you tired of feeling down? Well, you have come to the RIGHT PLACE!!! DEVOTED TO CHANGE GRADUALLY, LLC can assist you in getting there GRADUALLY by supporting you in taking "one step" at a time.
(504) 285-2229 View (504) 285-2229
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Matthew Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stockbridge, GA 30281
Difficulty dealing with stress, sadness, grief, or anger about your quality of life or relationships with people you care about? Having trouble managing your thoughts? Unaware of the thoughts you may be having that bring about emotional pain, feelings of inadequacy? Parents, are you at our “wit’s end” with your son or daughter and their behavior that seems to get worse regardless of how often you take away their personal belongings? If any of these life difficulties speak to your situation, then I am here to listen with understanding and unconditional positive regard.
Difficulty dealing with stress, sadness, grief, or anger about your quality of life or relationships with people you care about? Having trouble managing your thoughts? Unaware of the thoughts you may be having that bring about emotional pain, feelings of inadequacy? Parents, are you at our “wit’s end” with your son or daughter and their behavior that seems to get worse regardless of how often you take away their personal belongings? If any of these life difficulties speak to your situation, then I am here to listen with understanding and unconditional positive regard.
(404) 390-1363 View (404) 390-1363
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Tavara Franklin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCATP, CAMS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jonesboro, GA 30236
Hello and thank you for considering me in joining you in your Healing! I believe Honesty, Openness and Transparency is the anchor for Hope. At Healing Grounds Therapy & Wellness Center LLC, I provide a nonjudgmental therapeutic safe space in order for you to discover your truth and live a life of authenticity unapologetically. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. I use a combination of approaches incorporating elements of cognitive behavioral, reality, solution focused, acceptance and commitment therapy approaches. I offer individual, couples, family and group therapy
Hello and thank you for considering me in joining you in your Healing! I believe Honesty, Openness and Transparency is the anchor for Hope. At Healing Grounds Therapy & Wellness Center LLC, I provide a nonjudgmental therapeutic safe space in order for you to discover your truth and live a life of authenticity unapologetically. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. I use a combination of approaches incorporating elements of cognitive behavioral, reality, solution focused, acceptance and commitment therapy approaches. I offer individual, couples, family and group therapy
(678) 771-6896 View (678) 771-6896
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.