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Jayme E Yodice
Psychological Associate, LPA, HSP-PA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28262
Specialties include: helping people create healthier relationships, improving depression & anxiety, chronic medical issues, big life transitions, parenting, improving focus and mental clarity.
Current availability for adult therapy: Openings on Mondays at 1 and 2 PM, Thursdays at 1 PM. My passion is helping adults find their pathway to better mental & physical health. I like to develop a clear idea from the beginning of our work together as to what our goals will be, whether they be specific symptom reduction or exploring life transitions, improving relationships, healing from grief, or helping clients maintain changes in areas where they have been unsuccessful in the past. I also provide psychoeducational evaluations. Our online calendar for Early Kindergarten assessment is now live on our site.
Specialties include: helping people create healthier relationships, improving depression & anxiety, chronic medical issues, big life transitions, parenting, improving focus and mental clarity.
Current availability for adult therapy: Openings on Mondays at 1 and 2 PM, Thursdays at 1 PM. My passion is helping adults find their pathway to better mental & physical health. I like to develop a clear idea from the beginning of our work together as to what our goals will be, whether they be specific symptom reduction or exploring life transitions, improving relationships, healing from grief, or helping clients maintain changes in areas where they have been unsuccessful in the past. I also provide psychoeducational evaluations. Our online calendar for Early Kindergarten assessment is now live on our site.
(704) 869-2407 View (704) 869-2407
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Miranda Meaders, MA, LPA
Psychological Associate, MA, LPA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28273
I understand that life sometimes presents with challenges that seem difficult to overcome. Often these challenges contribute to mental heath problems, such as depression and anxiety. Left untreated, these problems can affect multiple areas of one's life.
I understand that life sometimes presents with challenges that seem difficult to overcome. Often these challenges contribute to mental heath problems, such as depression and anxiety. Left untreated, these problems can affect multiple areas of one's life.
(704) 935-2531 View (704) 935-2531
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Russell Davenport
Counselor, MS, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28208  (Online Only)
Howdy! I'm Russell Davenport, LPCA. My background in counseling ranges from working with clients in inpatient hospitals to providing intensive in-home services to families. I have worked with children ages 6+, adolescents (usually male), families, couples, and adults from various cultural backgrounds and situations. I have assisted clients with overcoming anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts; anger management and oppositional-defiant behaviors; strengthening and repairing relationships; decreasing risky adolescent behaviors; school issues; parenting skills; supervised visitation; and general phase of life concerns.
Howdy! I'm Russell Davenport, LPCA. My background in counseling ranges from working with clients in inpatient hospitals to providing intensive in-home services to families. I have worked with children ages 6+, adolescents (usually male), families, couples, and adults from various cultural backgrounds and situations. I have assisted clients with overcoming anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts; anger management and oppositional-defiant behaviors; strengthening and repairing relationships; decreasing risky adolescent behaviors; school issues; parenting skills; supervised visitation; and general phase of life concerns.
(980) 689-6416 View (980) 689-6416
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Rachel Kitson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210
Specific diagnostic specialty areas include Asperger's, depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, and trauma.
I work with female and male teens, young adults, and adults who are struggling with meeting their goals, maintaining healthy relationships, identity issues, and navigating the transitions and stressors life throws. I also enjoy working with couples who have hit road blocks and need guidance and a third party perspective. My approach is interpersonal and I offer a space for clients to gain feedback and accountability through the development of a strong therapeutic alliance. I lead an adult Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) group and incorporate skills training into my practice.
Specific diagnostic specialty areas include Asperger's, depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, and trauma.
I work with female and male teens, young adults, and adults who are struggling with meeting their goals, maintaining healthy relationships, identity issues, and navigating the transitions and stressors life throws. I also enjoy working with couples who have hit road blocks and need guidance and a third party perspective. My approach is interpersonal and I offer a space for clients to gain feedback and accountability through the development of a strong therapeutic alliance. I lead an adult Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) group and incorporate skills training into my practice.
(704) 325-4763 View (704) 325-4763
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Hannelore K Bragg
Psychological Associate, MS, SSP
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28203
When the intensity of painful feelings, the persistent chatter and/or stories in our minds become paralyzing; when worry or rumination interferes with sleep or functioning; when the depression and/or anxieties constrict life; when disempowerment and feeling overwhelmed drain energies and self-esteem; when feeling stuck, miserable and/or afraid is too familiar; when fears and uncertainties rob you of a vital life, it is important to know that you may expect from me radical acceptance, full attention, compassionate listening, active participation, extensive knowledge plus experience, to assist, support and facilitate the creative journey for renewed passion for life.
When the intensity of painful feelings, the persistent chatter and/or stories in our minds become paralyzing; when worry or rumination interferes with sleep or functioning; when the depression and/or anxieties constrict life; when disempowerment and feeling overwhelmed drain energies and self-esteem; when feeling stuck, miserable and/or afraid is too familiar; when fears and uncertainties rob you of a vital life, it is important to know that you may expect from me radical acceptance, full attention, compassionate listening, active participation, extensive knowledge plus experience, to assist, support and facilitate the creative journey for renewed passion for life.
(828) 333-7553 View (828) 333-7553
Photo of Jenny N. Poston, Psychologist in Charlotte, NC
Jenny N. Poston
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28204
As a psychologist with over 20 years' experience, I work with people who are struggling with diverse challenges, from temporarily overwhelming stressors to life-altering losses or burdens. Complicated or unsatisfactory relationships, difficult life transitions, health concerns, and significant losses are common problems that, if left unresolved, can lead to depression, anxiety, and feelings of inadequacy, helplessness, or hopelessness. My goal is to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore your concerns. I offer insight, support, and guidance, while helping you develop strategies to navigate life's challenges and cope effectively with the difficulties you are facing.
As a psychologist with over 20 years' experience, I work with people who are struggling with diverse challenges, from temporarily overwhelming stressors to life-altering losses or burdens. Complicated or unsatisfactory relationships, difficult life transitions, health concerns, and significant losses are common problems that, if left unresolved, can lead to depression, anxiety, and feelings of inadequacy, helplessness, or hopelessness. My goal is to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore your concerns. I offer insight, support, and guidance, while helping you develop strategies to navigate life's challenges and cope effectively with the difficulties you are facing.
(704) 288-0495 View (704) 288-0495
Photo of Daphne Timmons, PhD, Psychologist in Charlotte, NC
Daphne Timmons, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28204
I am a clinical psychologist providing counseling to couples, families, and adults. My services are offered to the greater Charlotte area and with telehealth in South Carolina. I provide treatment for depression, anxiety, stress, medical problems, attention and focus problems and grief and loss issues. I completed my doctorate at the University of South Carolina. I am passionate about my work with clients and enjoy learning and developing new skills and techniques to support them in managing the complexity of their daily lives.
I am a clinical psychologist providing counseling to couples, families, and adults. My services are offered to the greater Charlotte area and with telehealth in South Carolina. I provide treatment for depression, anxiety, stress, medical problems, attention and focus problems and grief and loss issues. I completed my doctorate at the University of South Carolina. I am passionate about my work with clients and enjoy learning and developing new skills and techniques to support them in managing the complexity of their daily lives.
(704) 761-4980 View (704) 761-4980
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Shelia Campbell Bright
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Shelia Campbell, MS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28227  (Online Only)
Additionally, I am competent in supporting clients facing anxiety and depression due to work related issues and past trauma.
My ideal client is motivated by a deep desire for positive transformation, the client recognizes the therapeutic journey as a pathway to achieve personalized specific goals. The primary goal for my client is to strive for improved emotional well-being and mental health. Through therapeutic exploration, they aim to gain insights into their emotional landscape, develop effective coping strategies, and foster a more positive mindset. This process of self-discovery contributes significantly to their authentic emotional well-being.
Additionally, I am competent in supporting clients facing anxiety and depression due to work related issues and past trauma.
My ideal client is motivated by a deep desire for positive transformation, the client recognizes the therapeutic journey as a pathway to achieve personalized specific goals. The primary goal for my client is to strive for improved emotional well-being and mental health. Through therapeutic exploration, they aim to gain insights into their emotional landscape, develop effective coping strategies, and foster a more positive mindset. This process of self-discovery contributes significantly to their authentic emotional well-being.
(704) 272-2559 View (704) 272-2559
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Veronda Bellamy
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28262
I have also been afforded the opportunity to treat diagnosis including: depression, bipolar disorder, mood disorder, TBI, schizophrenia, PTSD, and ADD.
I am honored to be of service to you. I know that trauma and substance abuse and addiction can wreak havoc in one's life. Many of client's find themselves faced with challenges of having to restart their lives during mental challenges and addiction; some may have to fight to regain custody of their children; many of them have co-occurring mental illness that has lead to substance abuse and/or addiction. For some, addiction comes by way of biological, environmental, and social influences, but from my experience, I have learned that mental illness was present before addiction became a factor. Take Control Today!
I have also been afforded the opportunity to treat diagnosis including: depression, bipolar disorder, mood disorder, TBI, schizophrenia, PTSD, and ADD.
I am honored to be of service to you. I know that trauma and substance abuse and addiction can wreak havoc in one's life. Many of client's find themselves faced with challenges of having to restart their lives during mental challenges and addiction; some may have to fight to regain custody of their children; many of them have co-occurring mental illness that has lead to substance abuse and/or addiction. For some, addiction comes by way of biological, environmental, and social influences, but from my experience, I have learned that mental illness was present before addiction became a factor. Take Control Today!
(704) 243-9316 View (704) 243-9316
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Ann M Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28273
Now offering virtual counseling via Zoom or telephone sessions in addition to in person sessions. Please text me at +803-448-0086 for a fast response. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and more. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my clients individual needs to help attain the personal growth they’re striving for.
Now offering virtual counseling via Zoom or telephone sessions in addition to in person sessions. Please text me at +803-448-0086 for a fast response. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and more. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my clients individual needs to help attain the personal growth they’re striving for.
(803) 448-0086 View (803) 448-0086
Photo of Barrie Morganstein, Psychologist in Charlotte, NC
Barrie Morganstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28210
I work with clients of all ages by providing individual therapy, family therapy, and psychological assessments. In my therapeutic work, I specialize in behavioral & emotional issues in children & teens, parenting, self-esteem & identity, anxiety, depression, ADHD coaching, and personal growth.
I work with clients of all ages by providing individual therapy, family therapy, and psychological assessments. In my therapeutic work, I specialize in behavioral & emotional issues in children & teens, parenting, self-esteem & identity, anxiety, depression, ADHD coaching, and personal growth.
(704) 666-4912 View (704) 666-4912
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Heidi Limbrunner
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP, CEDS
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28277
My specialty is in helping children/teens who struggle with anxiety, depression, disordered eating, self-harm and difficulty with emotion regulation. I specialize in DBT which is a therapy approach that provides coping skills and strategies that teens and their parents can use to create a happier and healthier life. I have been proving DBT therapy and leading DBT groups for over 15 years. Additionally, I have extensive experience and training in eating disorders and provide Family Based Therapy. In working with teens and children, I believe it's important that parents are involved appropriately in the treatment process.
My specialty is in helping children/teens who struggle with anxiety, depression, disordered eating, self-harm and difficulty with emotion regulation. I specialize in DBT which is a therapy approach that provides coping skills and strategies that teens and their parents can use to create a happier and healthier life. I have been proving DBT therapy and leading DBT groups for over 15 years. Additionally, I have extensive experience and training in eating disorders and provide Family Based Therapy. In working with teens and children, I believe it's important that parents are involved appropriately in the treatment process.
(704) 751-0570 View (704) 751-0570
Photo of Tracy Dobbins Barcott, Psychologist in Charlotte, NC
Tracy Dobbins Barcott
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28277
I am passionate about improving the lives of children and their families by collaborating with parents and children to help them meet their goals. I work with children of all ages to address difficulties including anxiety, ADHD, OCD, depression, anger management, school difficulties, social skills, and behavioral problems. In order to help clients achieve clarity about their strengths and challenges, I specialize in comprehensive evaluations for children from birth through adolescence. Assessments can provide information about learning/academic achievement, developmental delays, kindergarten readiness, giftedness, attention/ADHD, behavior, or social/emotional vulnerabilities.
I am passionate about improving the lives of children and their families by collaborating with parents and children to help them meet their goals. I work with children of all ages to address difficulties including anxiety, ADHD, OCD, depression, anger management, school difficulties, social skills, and behavioral problems. In order to help clients achieve clarity about their strengths and challenges, I specialize in comprehensive evaluations for children from birth through adolescence. Assessments can provide information about learning/academic achievement, developmental delays, kindergarten readiness, giftedness, attention/ADHD, behavior, or social/emotional vulnerabilities.
(704) 512-0109 View (704) 512-0109
Photo of Kimberly Glover, Psychologist in Charlotte, NC
Kimberly Glover
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28211
Waitlist for new clients
Hey there! How brave of you to take this step towards understanding yourself, your relationships, and your current circumstances better. Healing is hard, so I hope to make this part of finding a good fit just a little easier. I specialize in working with adults grappling with anxiety, depression, interpersonal and emotional challenges, trauma and stress, cultural identity and self-concept issues, life transitions, and imposter syndrome. I hope to provide support and guidance as you delve deeper into these areas, facilitating your journey toward overcoming obstacles and embracing a more fulfilling life.
Hey there! How brave of you to take this step towards understanding yourself, your relationships, and your current circumstances better. Healing is hard, so I hope to make this part of finding a good fit just a little easier. I specialize in working with adults grappling with anxiety, depression, interpersonal and emotional challenges, trauma and stress, cultural identity and self-concept issues, life transitions, and imposter syndrome. I hope to provide support and guidance as you delve deeper into these areas, facilitating your journey toward overcoming obstacles and embracing a more fulfilling life.
(704) 440-4129 View (704) 440-4129
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Myque Harris
Counselor, LCMHC, RYT-200
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210
Waitlist for new clients
Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), ACT, and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Anxiety, and Depression.
Looking for something different? I uniquely combine evidence-based therapy with meditation, breathwork, yoga, and other techniques, like art therapy. I’ve been a licensed therapist since 2007. I create a space where you can be heard and nurtured but also pushed to grow. We'll work together to set realistic therapeutic goals so you can thrive. I love to support teens, college students, & adults, as well as LGBTQIA+, POC, single parents, and other marginalized populations. I offer group for younger kids. Together, we’ll reduce stress, anxiety, and low mood by learning coping skills to increase overall wellness and personal awareness.
Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), ACT, and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Anxiety, and Depression.
Looking for something different? I uniquely combine evidence-based therapy with meditation, breathwork, yoga, and other techniques, like art therapy. I’ve been a licensed therapist since 2007. I create a space where you can be heard and nurtured but also pushed to grow. We'll work together to set realistic therapeutic goals so you can thrive. I love to support teens, college students, & adults, as well as LGBTQIA+, POC, single parents, and other marginalized populations. I offer group for younger kids. Together, we’ll reduce stress, anxiety, and low mood by learning coping skills to increase overall wellness and personal awareness.
(980) 217-7135 View (980) 217-7135
Photo of Courtney Krajenka, Psychologist in Charlotte, NC
Courtney Krajenka
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28211
Waitlist for new clients
I focus on identifying the core issues that impact clients and lead to depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues.
I find it a privilege and honor to walk with children and adolescents through challenging seasons by applying evidence-based interventions in an empathic, safe and playful environment. I am Dr. Courtney Krajenka, and I have over six years of experience working with children and adolescents in a variety of settings. I love connecting with children and helping them grow from challenging experiences and circumstances.
I focus on identifying the core issues that impact clients and lead to depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues.
I find it a privilege and honor to walk with children and adolescents through challenging seasons by applying evidence-based interventions in an empathic, safe and playful environment. I am Dr. Courtney Krajenka, and I have over six years of experience working with children and adolescents in a variety of settings. I love connecting with children and helping them grow from challenging experiences and circumstances.
(704) 703-2882 View (704) 703-2882
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Stacy Brink
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28203
I enjoy working with adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples who are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, loneliness, low self-esteem, learning differences, addiction, trauma, relationship difficulties, family-of-origin issues, identity questions, parenting concerns, and life transitions. In therapy, we will work together to address the issues that interfere with your well-being, relationships, and meeting your goals. My hope is to help you feel better and find more joy in life. In addition to providing individual, family, and couples therapy, I offer intellectual, educational, psychological evaluations.
I enjoy working with adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples who are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, loneliness, low self-esteem, learning differences, addiction, trauma, relationship difficulties, family-of-origin issues, identity questions, parenting concerns, and life transitions. In therapy, we will work together to address the issues that interfere with your well-being, relationships, and meeting your goals. My hope is to help you feel better and find more joy in life. In addition to providing individual, family, and couples therapy, I offer intellectual, educational, psychological evaluations.
(980) 321-0157 View (980) 321-0157
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Kelly Stilwell Saylor
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MACC, LCMHC, LMFT, AAMFT-S, LPC
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28262
Hello! I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor, licensed marriage and family therapist and co-founder of SureHope Counseling & Training Center. I have a master's degree in Christian counseling from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. I specialize in counseling couples concerning dating, engagement and marital issues. I offer couple intensives and train other therapists and church staff in working with couples. I work with the challenges of anxiety, depression, and trauma. Counseling offered online for the states of NC, SC and FL!
Hello! I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor, licensed marriage and family therapist and co-founder of SureHope Counseling & Training Center. I have a master's degree in Christian counseling from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. I specialize in counseling couples concerning dating, engagement and marital issues. I offer couple intensives and train other therapists and church staff in working with couples. I work with the challenges of anxiety, depression, and trauma. Counseling offered online for the states of NC, SC and FL!
(704) 469-4192 View (704) 469-4192
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Kim T Ferguson
Psychologist, PsyD, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28226
I specialize in treating the educational, behavioral, and emotional concerns for children as young as 3 through college age. Within the context of both testing and counseling, I am committed to helping parents with concrete advice and suggestions to better manage their child’s difficulties with anxious feelings, depression or grief, acting-out behavior, inattention, and learning disorders. My goal for the counseling or testing process is for the process and the results to be presented in clear, helpful, and practical ways so that children and their parents can be helped.
I specialize in treating the educational, behavioral, and emotional concerns for children as young as 3 through college age. Within the context of both testing and counseling, I am committed to helping parents with concrete advice and suggestions to better manage their child’s difficulties with anxious feelings, depression or grief, acting-out behavior, inattention, and learning disorders. My goal for the counseling or testing process is for the process and the results to be presented in clear, helpful, and practical ways so that children and their parents can be helped.
(704) 741-9945 View (704) 741-9945
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Karen Crane
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210
I specialize in anxiety disorders, issues wtih depression, and low self-esteem.
I am a licensed psychologist in North Carolina and provide both psychotherapy and assessment services. I specialize in psychological assessments including diagnostic testing for emotional problems, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Learning Disability (LD), and gifted assessments. Psychological assessments can be especially helpful when evaluating children and teens, as unidentified mood issues frequently impact learning styles and academic difficulties.
I specialize in anxiety disorders, issues wtih depression, and low self-esteem.
I am a licensed psychologist in North Carolina and provide both psychotherapy and assessment services. I specialize in psychological assessments including diagnostic testing for emotional problems, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Learning Disability (LD), and gifted assessments. Psychological assessments can be especially helpful when evaluating children and teens, as unidentified mood issues frequently impact learning styles and academic difficulties.
(704) 458-8188 View (704) 458-8188
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.