Depression Therapists in South Dakota
Kristina Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, QMHP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
I am a Licensed Counselor based in Sioux Falls, SD. I am a therapist who approaches therapy from a relational, collaborative, and strength-based perspective. I have extensive experience working with adults and adolescents who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and challenges in adjusting to recent life changes. I value the therapeutic relationship and focus on the resiliency of the client to create a firm foundation on which to achieve change. I find great worth in aiding the client to find their OWN voice to promote healing and wellness. I am currently accepting new clients.
I am a Licensed Counselor based in Sioux Falls, SD. I am a therapist who approaches therapy from a relational, collaborative, and strength-based perspective. I have extensive experience working with adults and adolescents who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and challenges in adjusting to recent life changes. I value the therapeutic relationship and focus on the resiliency of the client to create a firm foundation on which to achieve change. I find great worth in aiding the client to find their OWN voice to promote healing and wellness. I am currently accepting new clients.
Amy Ott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rapid City, SD 57701 (Online Only)
I have worked with many people seeking help with career transitions, anxiety, depression, marriage difficulties, divorces, loss of a loved one and the grief that follows.
Dr Amy Sue Ott PhD LPC. My practice is centered around the belief that problems can overtake us at any moment large or small; asking for help is not a display of weakness but a sign of strength. My experience includes therapy with clients who have experienced trauma (childhood, relationship, or military) ptsd, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, life transitions, job loss, difficulty managing life stressors.
I have worked with many people seeking help with career transitions, anxiety, depression, marriage difficulties, divorces, loss of a loved one and the grief that follows.
Dr Amy Sue Ott PhD LPC. My practice is centered around the belief that problems can overtake us at any moment large or small; asking for help is not a display of weakness but a sign of strength. My experience includes therapy with clients who have experienced trauma (childhood, relationship, or military) ptsd, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, life transitions, job loss, difficulty managing life stressors.
Zebiba Zere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, QMHP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Finding the ideal therapist will allow you to trust the process of growth and healing. I have supported clients with a broad range of concerns including; anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships, family dynamic distresses, poor communication styles, and trauma. My focus is to help you develop a treatment plan that is specific to your experiences and goals.
Finding the ideal therapist will allow you to trust the process of growth and healing. I have supported clients with a broad range of concerns including; anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships, family dynamic distresses, poor communication styles, and trauma. My focus is to help you develop a treatment plan that is specific to your experiences and goals.
Good Karma Wellness, LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57106 (Online Only)
I have expertise in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, end-of-life issues, older adult issues, caregiver support, and disordered eating.
I am passionate about providing access to quality mental health care to all who seek it. I work primarily from a cognitive-behavioral framework; however, I take a collaborative approach with all of my clients and understand that flexibility is important to foster my approach to each of my clients' needs.
I have expertise in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, end-of-life issues, older adult issues, caregiver support, and disordered eating.
I am passionate about providing access to quality mental health care to all who seek it. I work primarily from a cognitive-behavioral framework; however, I take a collaborative approach with all of my clients and understand that flexibility is important to foster my approach to each of my clients' needs.
Mary Margaret DALLMAN
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT , CEAP, MAC
Verified Verified
Vermillion, SD 57069
I am an LMFT with over 30 years experience working with couples and individuals ages 12 and up addressing a wide range of issues. These include but are not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, work challenges, grief and loss, addiction, aging, transitions, managing stress and relationship issues. I love what I do and feel privileged to do this important work. I create a safe place for people to address their concerns, fears and life changes that affect us all.
I am an LMFT with over 30 years experience working with couples and individuals ages 12 and up addressing a wide range of issues. These include but are not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, work challenges, grief and loss, addiction, aging, transitions, managing stress and relationship issues. I love what I do and feel privileged to do this important work. I create a safe place for people to address their concerns, fears and life changes that affect us all.
Erin Meyer - Revival Counseling Services
Counselor, MS, LPC-MH, LAC, QMHP, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Includes, but are not limited to: Post Partum Mental Health * Depression * Anxiety * OCD * Physical/Sexual Abuse * Trauma * Chemical Dependency * Co-occurring Disorders * Family Issues * Conduct/Behavioral Issues * Relationship Issues * Sexual Identity Issues * Adjustment Disorders * Career Issues * Adoption * Stress Management * PTSD *.
Erin Meyer MS, NCC, LPC-MH, LAC and QMHP provides mental health and chemical dependency counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Erin focuses on providing high-quality counseling services in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding area in counseling children, adolescents and adults with a variety of issues. She uses a multitude of interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in a positive, solution-focused fashion to help learn to solve their problems. I am also trained in EMDR and am certified in Postpartum mental health.
Includes, but are not limited to: Post Partum Mental Health * Depression * Anxiety * OCD * Physical/Sexual Abuse * Trauma * Chemical Dependency * Co-occurring Disorders * Family Issues * Conduct/Behavioral Issues * Relationship Issues * Sexual Identity Issues * Adjustment Disorders * Career Issues * Adoption * Stress Management * PTSD *.
Erin Meyer MS, NCC, LPC-MH, LAC and QMHP provides mental health and chemical dependency counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Erin focuses on providing high-quality counseling services in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding area in counseling children, adolescents and adults with a variety of issues. She uses a multitude of interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in a positive, solution-focused fashion to help learn to solve their problems. I am also trained in EMDR and am certified in Postpartum mental health.
Family Solutions Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, QMHP
Verified Verified
Rapid City, SD 57702
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist . My training is systems therapy. My style is Solution Focused. I do couples therapy and Family. I help people who have issues with depression, anxiety, and fertility concerns . I an an approved supervisor and do business consulting.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist . My training is systems therapy. My style is Solution Focused. I do couples therapy and Family. I help people who have issues with depression, anxiety, and fertility concerns . I an an approved supervisor and do business consulting.
Amy L Hauge
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-MH, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aberdeen, SD 57401
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other emotional and behavior disorders.
“There is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn’t.” John Green. My name is Amy Hauge and I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I started on this path working with youth living in a residential treatment setting who had a troubled history along with emotional and behavioral issues. I then moved on to working with people of all ages as a mental health clinician. I obtained my LPC-MH in 2009. In 2014, I moved on to work with emotionally and behaviorally challenged teenagers in the special education population in the school setting. I am now in private practice and enjoy working with all populations.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other emotional and behavior disorders.
“There is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn’t.” John Green. My name is Amy Hauge and I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I started on this path working with youth living in a residential treatment setting who had a troubled history along with emotional and behavioral issues. I then moved on to working with people of all ages as a mental health clinician. I obtained my LPC-MH in 2009. In 2014, I moved on to work with emotionally and behaviorally challenged teenagers in the special education population in the school setting. I am now in private practice and enjoy working with all populations.
Holly Merrick-Liston
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, MS, LPC-MH, QMHP, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Anxiety and depression can create difficulties and interfere with life activities and relationships. With a passion for helping people through difficult times in their lives, I use a refreshing approach to address crisis, hurt, and pain. I enjoy working with all ages, individuals, couples and groups with a special interest in adolescents and young adults. I use a variety of tools to address anxiety, depression, behavior and relationship issues including Traumatic Incident Reduction, CBT and DBT. Let's begin your journey to healing for a happy and healthy life. My website: https://holly-merrick-liston.clientsecure.me.
Anxiety and depression can create difficulties and interfere with life activities and relationships. With a passion for helping people through difficult times in their lives, I use a refreshing approach to address crisis, hurt, and pain. I enjoy working with all ages, individuals, couples and groups with a special interest in adolescents and young adults. I use a variety of tools to address anxiety, depression, behavior and relationship issues including Traumatic Incident Reduction, CBT and DBT. Let's begin your journey to healing for a happy and healthy life. My website: https://holly-merrick-liston.clientsecure.me.
Karla Schupp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWPIP, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Watertown, SD 57201
FREE 15-minute intro call about EMDR or Brainspotting. I am a Licensed Social Worker based in Watertown, SD. I am a social worker, who approaches therapy from a relational, collaborative, and strength-based perspective. I have extensive experience working with adults, children and adolescents who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and challenges in adjusting to recent life changes. I value the therapeutic relationship and focus on the resiliency of the client to create a firm foundation on which to achieve change. I find great worth in aiding the client to find their OWN voice to promote healing and wellness.
FREE 15-minute intro call about EMDR or Brainspotting. I am a Licensed Social Worker based in Watertown, SD. I am a social worker, who approaches therapy from a relational, collaborative, and strength-based perspective. I have extensive experience working with adults, children and adolescents who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and challenges in adjusting to recent life changes. I value the therapeutic relationship and focus on the resiliency of the client to create a firm foundation on which to achieve change. I find great worth in aiding the client to find their OWN voice to promote healing and wellness.
Christie Rall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Verified Verified
Aberdeen, SD 57401
Some of those issues include anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, self-esteem, communication skills, trust issues, relationship issues, and family conflict.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and frustrating with the uncertainty of what to do next. Having the courage to come to counseling is the first step to get some of those questions answered. In the beginning, building a good rapport with clients is my focus to help them feel comfortable in the process. I can help clients work through the difficult things that are uncomfortable to think about or even to talk about. Clients do feel rewarded once they do, and they can make the changes they want in their lives. A diagnosis does not have to define as a person, but it can help them live their best life.
Some of those issues include anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, self-esteem, communication skills, trust issues, relationship issues, and family conflict.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and frustrating with the uncertainty of what to do next. Having the courage to come to counseling is the first step to get some of those questions answered. In the beginning, building a good rapport with clients is my focus to help them feel comfortable in the process. I can help clients work through the difficult things that are uncomfortable to think about or even to talk about. Clients do feel rewarded once they do, and they can make the changes they want in their lives. A diagnosis does not have to define as a person, but it can help them live their best life.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, QMHP
Verified Verified
Brookings, SD 57006
I help young adults and teens navigate life changes, anxiety, and depression. My approach to therapy is client-centered, which means you’ll decide what you want out of therapy and I’ll support you along the way. I provide a safe space to process vulnerable thoughts and emotions, coping strategies, resources, accountability, and compassion to all my clients to help them create their best life.
I help young adults and teens navigate life changes, anxiety, and depression. My approach to therapy is client-centered, which means you’ll decide what you want out of therapy and I’ll support you along the way. I provide a safe space to process vulnerable thoughts and emotions, coping strategies, resources, accountability, and compassion to all my clients to help them create their best life.
Joe Welch
Counselor, LPC-MH
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
My main areas of focus are helping adults with anxiety, depression, anger, life adjustments, and other emotional and behavioral concerns.
My approach to psychotherapy involves using clinically researched methods to help people make meaningful changes in their lives and reduce difficult emotions by addressing their thoughts and behaviors. I am committed to providing clients with a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment while developing a collaborative relationship to work on their concerns as a team.
My main areas of focus are helping adults with anxiety, depression, anger, life adjustments, and other emotional and behavioral concerns.
My approach to psychotherapy involves using clinically researched methods to help people make meaningful changes in their lives and reduce difficult emotions by addressing their thoughts and behaviors. I am committed to providing clients with a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment while developing a collaborative relationship to work on their concerns as a team.
Jerry P. Feist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-MH, QMHP
Verified Verified
Aberdeen, SD 57401
EMDR is highly effective for a wide range of disorders including: Trauma, abuse, depression, recovery from sexual abuse & traumatic events.
I have over 35 years of experience in the combined fields of counseling and behavioral health. Counseling is offered in a safe and supportive environment, I work with you to help release unwanted patterns/beliefs, unresolved old feelings that blocking personal power. Some of my techniques include Conventional Therapy, CBT, REBT, Solution Focused Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing. Whether you are stuck in the past, struggling with life's up & downs, unsure about your future or have experience trauma. We can work together to find resolutions to your symptoms so you can experience a more fulfilling, happier and meaningful life.
EMDR is highly effective for a wide range of disorders including: Trauma, abuse, depression, recovery from sexual abuse & traumatic events.
I have over 35 years of experience in the combined fields of counseling and behavioral health. Counseling is offered in a safe and supportive environment, I work with you to help release unwanted patterns/beliefs, unresolved old feelings that blocking personal power. Some of my techniques include Conventional Therapy, CBT, REBT, Solution Focused Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing. Whether you are stuck in the past, struggling with life's up & downs, unsure about your future or have experience trauma. We can work together to find resolutions to your symptoms so you can experience a more fulfilling, happier and meaningful life.
Alla Anatoly Jones
Counselor, MS, LPC-MH, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Areas of specialty include: trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, relational problems, marital problems, life transitions, addictions.
I am a licensed mental health and substance abuse therapist with over 16 years of professional experience, specializing in trauma recovery therapy and couple's therapy. I am committed to provide healing and restoration for those experiencing personal, relational, and psychological issues as the result of traumatic experience. The modalities I am trained on will help you to release the stored pain and free yourself to be a person you are meant to be.
Areas of specialty include: trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, relational problems, marital problems, life transitions, addictions.
I am a licensed mental health and substance abuse therapist with over 16 years of professional experience, specializing in trauma recovery therapy and couple's therapy. I am committed to provide healing and restoration for those experiencing personal, relational, and psychological issues as the result of traumatic experience. The modalities I am trained on will help you to release the stored pain and free yourself to be a person you are meant to be.
Elly Keller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-MH, NCC
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
I'm most passionate about Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and working with women, people who experience depression, and those who have a history of abuse/neglect/domestic violence/placement in foster care.
It is often difficult to explain exactly what therapy is and to best describe a therapist's approach. I like to think of therapy as looking at what has scraped you up emotionally, cleaning out that wound, and then healing so you can live a healthier and happier life. As to my approach clients, parents, and coworkers have described me as honest, kind, compassionate, nonjudgmental, interpersonal, solution focused, collaborative, and someone who will call you on your crap.
I'm most passionate about Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and working with women, people who experience depression, and those who have a history of abuse/neglect/domestic violence/placement in foster care.
It is often difficult to explain exactly what therapy is and to best describe a therapist's approach. I like to think of therapy as looking at what has scraped you up emotionally, cleaning out that wound, and then healing so you can live a healthier and happier life. As to my approach clients, parents, and coworkers have described me as honest, kind, compassionate, nonjudgmental, interpersonal, solution focused, collaborative, and someone who will call you on your crap.
Jess Grueneich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW-PIP, QMHP
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Waitlist for new clients
Tired of pretending everything is ok? All the while, you're in your own private battle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or grief. Life stress is inevitable. However, lack of support and distress tolerance skills can make managing life's stressors nearly impossible. It's exhausting keeping on that mask. How are you really though? Luckily, I come offering knowledge, tools, and support to get you back on the right track. My therapy style is real, relatable, and empathetic. I strive for openness and collaboration, so treatment is based on your needs and goals. It's your life, let's get you living it the way you want.
Tired of pretending everything is ok? All the while, you're in your own private battle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or grief. Life stress is inevitable. However, lack of support and distress tolerance skills can make managing life's stressors nearly impossible. It's exhausting keeping on that mask. How are you really though? Luckily, I come offering knowledge, tools, and support to get you back on the right track. My therapy style is real, relatable, and empathetic. I strive for openness and collaboration, so treatment is based on your needs and goals. It's your life, let's get you living it the way you want.
Mary Pat Mueller Certified Gottman Therapist
Counselor, MS, LPC-MH, CGT, QMHP
Verified Verified
Pierre, SD 57501
I work with teens, individuals, and couples who have anxiety or depression, have been through trauma, are experiencing a struggle in their relationships or marriage, are trying to decide whether to stay in their marriage, suffer with alcohol or drug issues, have experienced infidelity in their relationship, or struggles in their careers. My approach comes from advanced training in evidenced based, scientifically proven treatment that I have gained over several decades. I love meeting my clients, exploring where they want to be and watching them grow.
I work with teens, individuals, and couples who have anxiety or depression, have been through trauma, are experiencing a struggle in their relationships or marriage, are trying to decide whether to stay in their marriage, suffer with alcohol or drug issues, have experienced infidelity in their relationship, or struggles in their careers. My approach comes from advanced training in evidenced based, scientifically proven treatment that I have gained over several decades. I love meeting my clients, exploring where they want to be and watching them grow.
Isaacs Behavioral Health LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW-PIP, LAC, QMHP, MEd, MSW
Verified Verified
Rapid City, SD 57702
I help clients recognize their strengths, regain confidence, find their voice again, create competency and reconstruct their inner map of the world. Trauma, (PTSD), Depression and Anxiety are tied together. They affect an individual's moods, thoughts, ability to change, pattern of thinking, coping mechanisms, fears, safety, calm, self-esteem, and confidence. I help my clients, "help themselves," by using a blend of modalities, healthy models, and professional experience, to untangle and compartmentalize their issues. My clients have an opportunity to learn proven, healthy coping mechanisms and healthy behaviors to self-regulate,
I help clients recognize their strengths, regain confidence, find their voice again, create competency and reconstruct their inner map of the world. Trauma, (PTSD), Depression and Anxiety are tied together. They affect an individual's moods, thoughts, ability to change, pattern of thinking, coping mechanisms, fears, safety, calm, self-esteem, and confidence. I help my clients, "help themselves," by using a blend of modalities, healthy models, and professional experience, to untangle and compartmentalize their issues. My clients have an opportunity to learn proven, healthy coping mechanisms and healthy behaviors to self-regulate,
Rhonda Schieffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW-PIP, QMHP
Verified Verified
Yankton, SD 57078
I have training and clinical experience in working with those struggling with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, marital problems, parenting struggles, past trauma/abuse.
Life can be very difficult at times and seeking mental health services can help you through those times. I will be able to assist you in coping with the struggles in your life and meeting your mental health goals. I have 20 years of experience in providing mental health therapy in an outpatient setting. Whether you are coming in for individual therapy or for couple's therapy, I will assist you in this journey.
I have training and clinical experience in working with those struggling with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, marital problems, parenting struggles, past trauma/abuse.
Life can be very difficult at times and seeking mental health services can help you through those times. I will be able to assist you in coping with the struggles in your life and meeting your mental health goals. I have 20 years of experience in providing mental health therapy in an outpatient setting. Whether you are coming in for individual therapy or for couple's therapy, I will assist you in this journey.
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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.