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John H Heil
Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
Milledgeville, GA 31061
I have helped clients with depression, anxiety, relationships, career, addiction, and existential issues.
Person-centered counselor committed to creating a safe space for empowering clients to heal, reflect, and make informed life choices. Discerning and objective counselor that empathizes, supports, and advocates for clients, using an array of approaches that are individualized, resulting in the most effective treatment plan. I help clients develop healthy life skills, coping tools true to self lives. Experienced in working with clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds dealing with a broad range of conditions.
I have helped clients with depression, anxiety, relationships, career, addiction, and existential issues.
Person-centered counselor committed to creating a safe space for empowering clients to heal, reflect, and make informed life choices. Discerning and objective counselor that empathizes, supports, and advocates for clients, using an array of approaches that are individualized, resulting in the most effective treatment plan. I help clients develop healthy life skills, coping tools true to self lives. Experienced in working with clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds dealing with a broad range of conditions.
(478) 721-1003 View (478) 721-1003
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Family Tree Counseling & Training Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, NCC, CAMS II
Verified Verified
Milledgeville, GA 31061
My name is Tamiko Horne-Williams I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Anger Management Specialist, and Prepare-Enrich Certified. I have 5 years of experience as a crisis counselor and 17 plus years of experience working in the mental health field in various entities. Helping others live life to their full potential is my passion and my calling in life. I enjoy being a voice for those trying to find theirs or simply need someone to understand them.
My name is Tamiko Horne-Williams I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Anger Management Specialist, and Prepare-Enrich Certified. I have 5 years of experience as a crisis counselor and 17 plus years of experience working in the mental health field in various entities. Helping others live life to their full potential is my passion and my calling in life. I enjoy being a voice for those trying to find theirs or simply need someone to understand them.
(478) 236-6353 View (478) 236-6353
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Laura B Walsh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Milledgeville, GA 31061
Waitlist for new clients
That voice telling you it’s time for a change is not always loud, but it is persistent! My name is Laura Walsh and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience helping people create a better life through personal and transformative change. Traditionally, I have maintained a focus on anxiety and mood disorders, relational and familial instability, self-esteem, and substance abuse issues. Through the years, I've found that many seeking help with these problems are actually dealing with the emotional fall out of unresolved trauma - leading to my focus and specialization in the successful resolution of PTSD.
That voice telling you it’s time for a change is not always loud, but it is persistent! My name is Laura Walsh and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience helping people create a better life through personal and transformative change. Traditionally, I have maintained a focus on anxiety and mood disorders, relational and familial instability, self-esteem, and substance abuse issues. Through the years, I've found that many seeking help with these problems are actually dealing with the emotional fall out of unresolved trauma - leading to my focus and specialization in the successful resolution of PTSD.
(662) 493-3826 View (662) 493-3826
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Alicia M Gregory
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CDWF-Ca, RYT-200
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Milledgeville, GA 31061
Welcome! My name is Alicia Gregory and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in Gray, Ga. I specialize in working with Individuals, Couples, Families, and Adolescents. Feel free to call with further inquiry anytime and I will return your call promptly. I look forward to working with you and your family!
Welcome! My name is Alicia Gregory and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in Gray, Ga. I specialize in working with Individuals, Couples, Families, and Adolescents. Feel free to call with further inquiry anytime and I will return your call promptly. I look forward to working with you and your family!
(478) 273-0934 View (478) 273-0934
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Reflections Psychotherapy Practice
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milledgeville, GA 31061
With a collective of OVER 75 YEARS of experience, each therapist brings a unique and meaningful set of experiences that allows us to share and support one another in our gifts as clinicians. Unlike many therapy practices, we collectively spend time in mutual supervision each week supporting and learning how to best serve our clients. Calling us means you will be offered the best possible outcome. We understand how difficult it is to take the first step and do not take it lightly. We hope one of us will be a good therapeutic fit for you. And when we cannot meet your needs, we will do our best to make a referral.
With a collective of OVER 75 YEARS of experience, each therapist brings a unique and meaningful set of experiences that allows us to share and support one another in our gifts as clinicians. Unlike many therapy practices, we collectively spend time in mutual supervision each week supporting and learning how to best serve our clients. Calling us means you will be offered the best possible outcome. We understand how difficult it is to take the first step and do not take it lightly. We hope one of us will be a good therapeutic fit for you. And when we cannot meet your needs, we will do our best to make a referral.
(478) 818-6606 View (478) 818-6606

Online Therapists

Photo of Stephanie Sheets, Pre-Licensed Professional in Milledgeville, GA
Stephanie Sheets
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Dacula, GA 30019
As a pre-licensed Clinical Mental Health counselor, I mostly work with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, anger, and grief.
If you’re visiting this page, you are already considering self-care! It is my passion to walk alongside people as they navigate the inner battles that may result in preventing a happy and fulfilling life. By utilizing empirically based techniques or simply talking it out, people can adapt and utilize their strengths to overcome many of these obstacles. I also utilize MBTI and Enneagram for those interested. I am passionate about what I do, so please reach out if you are interested!
As a pre-licensed Clinical Mental Health counselor, I mostly work with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, anger, and grief.
If you’re visiting this page, you are already considering self-care! It is my passion to walk alongside people as they navigate the inner battles that may result in preventing a happy and fulfilling life. By utilizing empirically based techniques or simply talking it out, people can adapt and utilize their strengths to overcome many of these obstacles. I also utilize MBTI and Enneagram for those interested. I am passionate about what I do, so please reach out if you are interested!
(470) 619-5590 View (470) 619-5590
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Leah Kelley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MPH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30032
My goal is to meet each person where they are, to help each person to feel heard, to grow in self-compassion, and learn to validate their emotions. Whatever you're struggling with, whether it's anxiety, depression, body image, trauma recovery, grief, or LGBTQIA+ and gender identity issues, I welcome the opportunity to help you to break out of stuck cycles and get in touch with your true self.
My goal is to meet each person where they are, to help each person to feel heard, to grow in self-compassion, and learn to validate their emotions. Whatever you're struggling with, whether it's anxiety, depression, body image, trauma recovery, grief, or LGBTQIA+ and gender identity issues, I welcome the opportunity to help you to break out of stuck cycles and get in touch with your true self.
(404) 689-9452 View (404) 689-9452
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Andrea O Clifton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdS
Verified Verified
Dacula, GA 30019  (Online Only)
"Healing from the Inside Out" My clients are motivated to find solutions and actively participate in their healing. I work with children, adolescence, and teens who have special needs. Their families are an integral part of that healing. Seven years of experience working with children with severe autism, developmental disabilities and emotional behavioral disabilities in the public school system in the most restrictive environment. I offer support, guidance, behavioral solutions, intervention strategies in the classroom and home. Supervision for other professionals for obtaining their licensure. I also work with adults in transition, who suffer from chronic pain, depression anxiety
"Healing from the Inside Out" My clients are motivated to find solutions and actively participate in their healing. I work with children, adolescence, and teens who have special needs. Their families are an integral part of that healing. Seven years of experience working with children with severe autism, developmental disabilities and emotional behavioral disabilities in the public school system in the most restrictive environment. I offer support, guidance, behavioral solutions, intervention strategies in the classroom and home. Supervision for other professionals for obtaining their licensure. I also work with adults in transition, who suffer from chronic pain, depression anxiety
(770) 504-4398 View (770) 504-4398
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Darrin D. Payne
MA, APC, BS Min
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
Darrin is a licensed associate professional counselor under supervision trained to work with men, women, adolescents, couples and groups requiring professional help. He realizes that life produces internal storm damages occurring far too often without any damage control or prevention. The causes of moodiness, irritability, restlessness, discontentment, fear, doubt, uncertainty, anger, depression, anxiety, insomnia and addiction all have one thing in common - a lack of holistic wellness. Recovery from the internal/external effects of untreated mental and emotional damages is what he will introduce you to.
Darrin is a licensed associate professional counselor under supervision trained to work with men, women, adolescents, couples and groups requiring professional help. He realizes that life produces internal storm damages occurring far too often without any damage control or prevention. The causes of moodiness, irritability, restlessness, discontentment, fear, doubt, uncertainty, anger, depression, anxiety, insomnia and addiction all have one thing in common - a lack of holistic wellness. Recovery from the internal/external effects of untreated mental and emotional damages is what he will introduce you to.
(678) 263-2087 View (678) 263-2087
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Lanny Ledford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucker, GA 30084
I specialize in both pornography & sexual addiction recovery along with trauma focused EMDR therapy to help with PTSD as well as betrayal trauma. I also effectively help individuals struggling with a variety of other issues like depression, anxiety, P.T.S.D., chemical dependency, codependence, relational issues, and grief. Over the past two decades I have helped individuals discover how to heal, recover, and reclaim their lives.
I specialize in both pornography & sexual addiction recovery along with trauma focused EMDR therapy to help with PTSD as well as betrayal trauma. I also effectively help individuals struggling with a variety of other issues like depression, anxiety, P.T.S.D., chemical dependency, codependence, relational issues, and grief. Over the past two decades I have helped individuals discover how to heal, recover, and reclaim their lives.
(678) 374-1961 View (678) 374-1961
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Elise Ramia
Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
Life is all about relationships. Relationships with ourselves, our loved ones, and our community. While relationships can often bring us great joy, they can also generate feelings of anxiety, depression, and uncertainty. Through our therapeutic partnership, I will help you build the skills to better manage these disruptive feelings and gain insight into your behaviors, ultimately allowing you to find balance and fulfillment.
Life is all about relationships. Relationships with ourselves, our loved ones, and our community. While relationships can often bring us great joy, they can also generate feelings of anxiety, depression, and uncertainty. Through our therapeutic partnership, I will help you build the skills to better manage these disruptive feelings and gain insight into your behaviors, ultimately allowing you to find balance and fulfillment.
(404) 390-4288 x6 View (404) 390-4288 x6
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Felicia Tillman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30309
Thank you for your inquiry into counseling. I am Dr. Felicia Tillman, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Nationally Certified Counselor, and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor. My goal is to empower you to experience therapeutic healing in your life by collaborating with you to gain insight and learn new skills. Specializing in trauma/abuse, educational stress, body image issues, abrupt changes/major life transitions, grief/loss, relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues, parenting styles, substance use disorders, and working with survivors of human trafficking.
Thank you for your inquiry into counseling. I am Dr. Felicia Tillman, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Nationally Certified Counselor, and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor. My goal is to empower you to experience therapeutic healing in your life by collaborating with you to gain insight and learn new skills. Specializing in trauma/abuse, educational stress, body image issues, abrupt changes/major life transitions, grief/loss, relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues, parenting styles, substance use disorders, and working with survivors of human trafficking.
(678) 846-3776 View (678) 846-3776
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Amy C Bryant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
Life is demanding. And if you struggle with recurrent or chronic pain, anxiety, depression, trauma, the mental and emotional load of parenting, or other challenges, life's demands may leave you feeling over-burdened and out of touch with your sense of agency and well-being. As we explore and restore your strengths, you'll begin to have more agency over your behaviors, thoughts, emotions, and physiological reactions to yourself and your relationship with the people and world around you.
Life is demanding. And if you struggle with recurrent or chronic pain, anxiety, depression, trauma, the mental and emotional load of parenting, or other challenges, life's demands may leave you feeling over-burdened and out of touch with your sense of agency and well-being. As we explore and restore your strengths, you'll begin to have more agency over your behaviors, thoughts, emotions, and physiological reactions to yourself and your relationship with the people and world around you.
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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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Kay Cooper
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30315  (Online Only)
I specialize in dealing with the impact of depression, anxiety, grief and trauma that alters client’s lives. I help individuals, couples and families identify and work through abandonment and early attachment injuries to prevent current and future toxic relationship patterns. I am passionate about practicing a culturally specific and holistic approach to therapy.
I specialize in dealing with the impact of depression, anxiety, grief and trauma that alters client’s lives. I help individuals, couples and families identify and work through abandonment and early attachment injuries to prevent current and future toxic relationship patterns. I am passionate about practicing a culturally specific and holistic approach to therapy.
(678) 916-9773 View (678) 916-9773
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Danielle Brooks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30350  (Online Only)
You are the epitome of the This Is Fine Dog GIF. However, things are not fine. You're overwhelmed and over it. You are just trying to navigate your own world while also living in a larger one that can sometimes feel like a raging dumpster fire. I get it - same? I provide lived experience and trained expertise to help my clients gain control of their depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, perfectionism, stress and burn out. My clients tend to be Millennial and Gen Z, however, I aim to provide a safe space for all.
You are the epitome of the This Is Fine Dog GIF. However, things are not fine. You're overwhelmed and over it. You are just trying to navigate your own world while also living in a larger one that can sometimes feel like a raging dumpster fire. I get it - same? I provide lived experience and trained expertise to help my clients gain control of their depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, perfectionism, stress and burn out. My clients tend to be Millennial and Gen Z, however, I aim to provide a safe space for all.
(678) 883-1488 View (678) 883-1488
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Laurie Adams Newcomb
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alpharetta, GA 30005
My goal for each therapy session is to respect the client, allow them to be heard, appreciate where they are coming from, and help guide them through their struggles or issues. My approach to therapy is to utilize an integrative approach with clients. What this means is that I utilize different approaches for different people, as we are not all alike. Whether you're suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, or any other kind of challenge, you want a therapist you feel comfortable with and who can help you bring about change. I have experience working with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
My goal for each therapy session is to respect the client, allow them to be heard, appreciate where they are coming from, and help guide them through their struggles or issues. My approach to therapy is to utilize an integrative approach with clients. What this means is that I utilize different approaches for different people, as we are not all alike. Whether you're suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, or any other kind of challenge, you want a therapist you feel comfortable with and who can help you bring about change. I have experience working with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
(678) 673-3085 View (678) 673-3085
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Julie Johnston
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Peachtree City, GA 30269
Adults: Anxiety, depression, grief & loss, intergenerational trauma, emotional growth, effective boundaries, work/life balance.
Julie received her bachelor’s degree from Stephen F. Austin State University. She earned her Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at Capella University. Julie currently works with young adults, adults, and couples. Her collaborative style focuses on the goals of the client, cultivating a space for growth, and understanding of the client’s lived experience. Julie’s therapeutic approach is grounded in emotionally focused and collaborative theory which allows her to tailor treatment to individual needs within a wide scope of client demographics including LGBTQIA+, gender diverse individuals, and CNM partners.
Adults: Anxiety, depression, grief & loss, intergenerational trauma, emotional growth, effective boundaries, work/life balance.
Julie received her bachelor’s degree from Stephen F. Austin State University. She earned her Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at Capella University. Julie currently works with young adults, adults, and couples. Her collaborative style focuses on the goals of the client, cultivating a space for growth, and understanding of the client’s lived experience. Julie’s therapeutic approach is grounded in emotionally focused and collaborative theory which allows her to tailor treatment to individual needs within a wide scope of client demographics including LGBTQIA+, gender diverse individuals, and CNM partners.
(678) 673-3160 View (678) 673-3160
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Ben Heath
Counselor, MA, APC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
My therapeutic skills include helping people who are struggling with depression, stress and anxiety, and traumatic experiences.
I specialize in working with people who are experiencing increased anxiety and stress, struggling with panic and responses to past trauma, and navigating daily-life with obsessions and compulsions. I know that awareness brings change. One of the greatest tasks then for therapy is to gain insight and understanding as to what leads to feeling sad and anxious. So often our first desire is to get rid of these experiences, but as we demonstrate the courage to understand and accept all parts of ourselves, we gain access to clarity, harmony, and peace that is often missing in life.
My therapeutic skills include helping people who are struggling with depression, stress and anxiety, and traumatic experiences.
I specialize in working with people who are experiencing increased anxiety and stress, struggling with panic and responses to past trauma, and navigating daily-life with obsessions and compulsions. I know that awareness brings change. One of the greatest tasks then for therapy is to gain insight and understanding as to what leads to feeling sad and anxious. So often our first desire is to get rid of these experiences, but as we demonstrate the courage to understand and accept all parts of ourselves, we gain access to clarity, harmony, and peace that is often missing in life.
(678) 403-6872 View (678) 403-6872
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Haley Owens
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30308
Areas of interest include Depression, Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, Boundaries, Communication, Relational Patterns, Spiritual Issues, Stress Management, Self-esteem, OCD.
As a licensed professional counselor, I am humbled to walk with people in the middle of their pain into a place of healing. I see you as a whole person and not a diagnosis. I foster an environment of safety and entering into your adversity. My goal is to help you on the journey to healing and hope. If faith and spirituality is something clients are interested in then; she is a trained Christian Counselor. She uses the integrative approach to meet people where they are at. (The integrative approach uses both psychology and biblical principles to treat the people on a holistic level.)
Areas of interest include Depression, Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, Boundaries, Communication, Relational Patterns, Spiritual Issues, Stress Management, Self-esteem, OCD.
As a licensed professional counselor, I am humbled to walk with people in the middle of their pain into a place of healing. I see you as a whole person and not a diagnosis. I foster an environment of safety and entering into your adversity. My goal is to help you on the journey to healing and hope. If faith and spirituality is something clients are interested in then; she is a trained Christian Counselor. She uses the integrative approach to meet people where they are at. (The integrative approach uses both psychology and biblical principles to treat the people on a holistic level.)
(470) 592-9190 View (470) 592-9190

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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.