Depression Therapists in Alburnett, IA

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Tanya Goad
Counselor, MS, tLMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alburnett, IA 52202  (Online Only)
Congratulations! It takes courage and vulnerability to recognize that you might need some help in making changes in your life. I whole-heartedly believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to help you on your journey of self-reflection, growth, and healing. Together, we will explore your life challenges and develop personal goals to help you achieve your optimal, authentic self. I have experience working with teenagers through adults who have struggled with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, relationship distress, past traumas, and difficulties navigating life as a highly sensitive person.
Congratulations! It takes courage and vulnerability to recognize that you might need some help in making changes in your life. I whole-heartedly believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to help you on your journey of self-reflection, growth, and healing. Together, we will explore your life challenges and develop personal goals to help you achieve your optimal, authentic self. I have experience working with teenagers through adults who have struggled with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, relationship distress, past traumas, and difficulties navigating life as a highly sensitive person.
(515) 902-5153 View (515) 902-5153
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Janey Rose Saunders
Pre-Licensed Professional, tMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alburnett, IA 52202
I have experience working with, but not limited to, divorce and separation, anxiety and depression, school and work problems, and various relationship and family dynamics.
It’s okay to not be okay. Therapy is a safe place to explore trauma, hardship, self-fulfillment and so much more. I will continually strive to make those I work with feel safe, secure, seen, and heard. Using a collaborative process, I hope to guide you along the path of gaining clarity, emphasizing your ability to tap into the resources that are already within you. All the while, allowing for space in which you decide what is best for you. I work from a non judgmental position, believing all humans deserve to be accepted exactly as they are and treated with kindness.
I have experience working with, but not limited to, divorce and separation, anxiety and depression, school and work problems, and various relationship and family dynamics.
It’s okay to not be okay. Therapy is a safe place to explore trauma, hardship, self-fulfillment and so much more. I will continually strive to make those I work with feel safe, secure, seen, and heard. Using a collaborative process, I hope to guide you along the path of gaining clarity, emphasizing your ability to tap into the resources that are already within you. All the while, allowing for space in which you decide what is best for you. I work from a non judgmental position, believing all humans deserve to be accepted exactly as they are and treated with kindness.
(800) 531-4236 View (800) 531-4236
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Dr. Treye Rosenberger
Counselor, LMHC, CRC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alburnett, IA 52202
As a therapist, I specialize in providing support to individuals who are motivated to deeply explore and understand themselves, with a strong emphasis on ongoing personal growth. My expertise lies in addressing concerns anxiety, depression, ADHD, and life transitions. While these are my areas of specialization, I am also here to discuss any other concerns that bring you to therapy.
As a therapist, I specialize in providing support to individuals who are motivated to deeply explore and understand themselves, with a strong emphasis on ongoing personal growth. My expertise lies in addressing concerns anxiety, depression, ADHD, and life transitions. While these are my areas of specialization, I am also here to discuss any other concerns that bring you to therapy.
(319) 552-6374 View (319) 552-6374
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Doreatha Page
temp, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alburnett, IA 52202  (Online Only)
Working with me, you will always lead the way, with my support. Do you desire a life full of positive emotions! Working with me you will be exposed to experiencing pleasure and learning skills to build and maintain positive emotions and positive engagement in life tasks that derive meaning and value from life. Are you open to exploring your automatic thought processes. Work with me to gain understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and spend some time exploring your automatic thoughts.
Working with me, you will always lead the way, with my support. Do you desire a life full of positive emotions! Working with me you will be exposed to experiencing pleasure and learning skills to build and maintain positive emotions and positive engagement in life tasks that derive meaning and value from life. Are you open to exploring your automatic thought processes. Work with me to gain understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and spend some time exploring your automatic thoughts.
(319) 988-2505 View (319) 988-2505

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Shawn Stepp
Counselor, LMHC, CADC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Iowa City, IA 52240
Are you struggling with your self esteem? Do you doubt yourself? Do you feel anxious, trapped and "get in your head" a lot? Do you often feel sad or "blah." These feelings can seem overwhelming. The good news is you deserve to feel better and I can help you do this. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa and Kansas. I'm also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. My practice supports those who want to create a richer, more meaningful life by reducing stress, anxiety, depression and fear. I will help you create a greater sense of self confidence and purpose. You can manifest the things you want in life!
Are you struggling with your self esteem? Do you doubt yourself? Do you feel anxious, trapped and "get in your head" a lot? Do you often feel sad or "blah." These feelings can seem overwhelming. The good news is you deserve to feel better and I can help you do this. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa and Kansas. I'm also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. My practice supports those who want to create a richer, more meaningful life by reducing stress, anxiety, depression and fear. I will help you create a greater sense of self confidence and purpose. You can manifest the things you want in life!
(319) 220-4736 View (319) 220-4736
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Zifa Sophia Hackett
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52411  (Online Only)
I work with adults to address anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, stress, depression, grief & loss, and more.
Do you want to be more satisfied in life? Do you feel like life keeps bringing on similar situations? Are there any unresolved situations or feelings from the past or present that are bothering you? Do you feel like you have great potential but something is holding you back? Our life is affected by our past experiences, unresolved situations, family standards, self-esteem, and more. During each counseling session I will be there for you to support and create an accepting environment to work through your past and present to achieve changes for a better life.
I work with adults to address anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, stress, depression, grief & loss, and more.
Do you want to be more satisfied in life? Do you feel like life keeps bringing on similar situations? Are there any unresolved situations or feelings from the past or present that are bothering you? Do you feel like you have great potential but something is holding you back? Our life is affected by our past experiences, unresolved situations, family standards, self-esteem, and more. During each counseling session I will be there for you to support and create an accepting environment to work through your past and present to achieve changes for a better life.
(515) 368-8733 View (515) 368-8733
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Creative Counseling Group, Plc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Marion, IA 52302
We have experience working with acute care settings, crisis management, domestic violence, violence, trauma, assault, eating disorders, suicidality, families, depression, and anxiety.
We have opening and accepting NEW clients! Creative Counseling Group, Plc. is composed of 4 therapists who are dedicated to helping individuals, families, and couples through times of life transitions and crisis. We provide a safe, confident, and comfortable place for you to come and be yourself. We will help you set goals, find solutions, provide feedback, and monitor your progress. Our team provides knowledgeable, professional, and compassionate care. We ensure that clients feel heard and empowered.
We have experience working with acute care settings, crisis management, domestic violence, violence, trauma, assault, eating disorders, suicidality, families, depression, and anxiety.
We have opening and accepting NEW clients! Creative Counseling Group, Plc. is composed of 4 therapists who are dedicated to helping individuals, families, and couples through times of life transitions and crisis. We provide a safe, confident, and comfortable place for you to come and be yourself. We will help you set goals, find solutions, provide feedback, and monitor your progress. Our team provides knowledgeable, professional, and compassionate care. We ensure that clients feel heard and empowered.
(319) 327-5478 View (319) 327-5478
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Eric Eittreim
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
I specialize in treatment of anxiety, depression, and trauma, but my diverse approach allows me to help clients experiencing a variety of other concerns as well.
You have taken a courageous step on the path to healing by seeking out help, whether you are looking for yourself or a loved one. As a therapist, I am here to walk alongside you on that journey. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other concerns, together we can find ways to help you heal and grow! My therapeutic approach is client centered and aims to provide a safe environment in which clients feel accepted, supported, and encouraged. We will work collaboratively to address challenges, set obtainable goals, and work towards making progress on those goals in and outside of therapy sessions.
I specialize in treatment of anxiety, depression, and trauma, but my diverse approach allows me to help clients experiencing a variety of other concerns as well.
You have taken a courageous step on the path to healing by seeking out help, whether you are looking for yourself or a loved one. As a therapist, I am here to walk alongside you on that journey. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other concerns, together we can find ways to help you heal and grow! My therapeutic approach is client centered and aims to provide a safe environment in which clients feel accepted, supported, and encouraged. We will work collaboratively to address challenges, set obtainable goals, and work towards making progress on those goals in and outside of therapy sessions.
(800) 531-4236 View (800) 531-4236
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Erin Thiemann
Counselor, LMHC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Whether you are wishing to process major changes in your life, or to decrease your anxiety or depression symptoms, my approach is tailored to your specific needs.
Sometimes we are just at a loss. Life can be overwhelming and we all need validation that we have the strength to carry on. You might wish that you were more confident as a parent, in your relationships, career, or in yourself. Maybe you would like to regain your identity after having a child, be less worried about everything in life, or establish boundaries with others. Sometimes you just need someone to say “you’re not alone” and that “you can do this.” Our work is to embrace these challenges and fears, and to find the strength within to move forward.
Whether you are wishing to process major changes in your life, or to decrease your anxiety or depression symptoms, my approach is tailored to your specific needs.
Sometimes we are just at a loss. Life can be overwhelming and we all need validation that we have the strength to carry on. You might wish that you were more confident as a parent, in your relationships, career, or in yourself. Maybe you would like to regain your identity after having a child, be less worried about everything in life, or establish boundaries with others. Sometimes you just need someone to say “you’re not alone” and that “you can do this.” Our work is to embrace these challenges and fears, and to find the strength within to move forward.
(319) 250-1267 View (319) 250-1267
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Dan Chute
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
I utilize a combination of approaches in order to help individuals struggling with ADHD, trauma, relationship issues, divorces, men's issues, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, depression, self esteem, stress, grief and loss and workplace issues.
Everyone has their own story or life experiences. I assist clients with helping them process through this, challenging negative thought patterns, develop coping skills, and help resolve these previous experiences or emotions affecting them. I hope to provide a different view of the things that you are looking to address or explore in order to help you move forward in life successfully based on goals that you have set forth for yourself personally and professionally.
I utilize a combination of approaches in order to help individuals struggling with ADHD, trauma, relationship issues, divorces, men's issues, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, depression, self esteem, stress, grief and loss and workplace issues.
Everyone has their own story or life experiences. I assist clients with helping them process through this, challenging negative thought patterns, develop coping skills, and help resolve these previous experiences or emotions affecting them. I hope to provide a different view of the things that you are looking to address or explore in order to help you move forward in life successfully based on goals that you have set forth for yourself personally and professionally.
(319) 320-1646 View (319) 320-1646
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Kate Bell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402  (Online Only)
Feelings of anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties can have a profound effect on your quality of life. Mental health care is an important component of building personal functioning and making lasting changes to individual outlook and situation. As a therapist I believe that you are the expert of your own life and experiences, and my role is to help you create meaning and understanding of those experiences. Together, we can help build realistic and effective coping skills to manage the unique challenges that you face to create lasting, positive change.
Feelings of anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties can have a profound effect on your quality of life. Mental health care is an important component of building personal functioning and making lasting changes to individual outlook and situation. As a therapist I believe that you are the expert of your own life and experiences, and my role is to help you create meaning and understanding of those experiences. Together, we can help build realistic and effective coping skills to manage the unique challenges that you face to create lasting, positive change.
(319) 246-8839 View (319) 246-8839
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Miranda Juarez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
I work with adults, adolescents, and children age 9 and older. Perhaps you're struggling with anxiety, depression, isolation, or low self-esteem. Together we build on your existing strengths and start to make positive change.
I work with adults, adolescents, and children age 9 and older. Perhaps you're struggling with anxiety, depression, isolation, or low self-esteem. Together we build on your existing strengths and start to make positive change.
(319) 250-5811 View (319) 250-5811
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Angela Cantrell Fielding
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, RPT
Verified Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
My career focus is dedicated to working with children and families dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, foster care/adoption, disruptive behaviors and parenting challenges.
I am a licensed independent social worker with over 15 years experience. I have provide therapy services to toddlers with their parents, children, adolescents, teens. I am a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) trained in Adlerian Play Therapy and have specialized training in the evidenced based treatment of Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). My office provides a PCIT suite to offer PCIT services effectively. I am also trained in trauma informed Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
My career focus is dedicated to working with children and families dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, foster care/adoption, disruptive behaviors and parenting challenges.
I am a licensed independent social worker with over 15 years experience. I have provide therapy services to toddlers with their parents, children, adolescents, teens. I am a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) trained in Adlerian Play Therapy and have specialized training in the evidenced based treatment of Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). My office provides a PCIT suite to offer PCIT services effectively. I am also trained in trauma informed Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
(319) 596-6334 View (319) 596-6334
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Miranda Juarez Family Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Does your child put themselves down, worry all the time, or appear sad or depressed? Is your child struggling with social isolation or being bullied? Raising a healthy and happy child is harder than ever. If you’re feeling confused, frustrated or stuck, I can work to assist your child in coping with social, personal and other challenges.
Does your child put themselves down, worry all the time, or appear sad or depressed? Is your child struggling with social isolation or being bullied? Raising a healthy and happy child is harder than ever. If you’re feeling confused, frustrated or stuck, I can work to assist your child in coping with social, personal and other challenges.
(319) 474-5812 View (319) 474-5812
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Elise Perea
Counselor, MEd, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402  (Online Only)
It can be hard to find a therapist if you have shift work or a full schedule, so I am offering sessions from 5am-Noon. In our office, we work on life transitions, gaining insights, making changes, improving relationships, and learning how to to feel more calm and settled. Here you can find out more about healthier coping techniques, and reduce the frequency and severity of symptoms of depression, ADHD and anxiety. It is a good and safe place to improve confidence and self-esteem, address parenting, marital and vocational stress, and to explore and express your identity and needs, wants and goals both personally and professionally.
It can be hard to find a therapist if you have shift work or a full schedule, so I am offering sessions from 5am-Noon. In our office, we work on life transitions, gaining insights, making changes, improving relationships, and learning how to to feel more calm and settled. Here you can find out more about healthier coping techniques, and reduce the frequency and severity of symptoms of depression, ADHD and anxiety. It is a good and safe place to improve confidence and self-esteem, address parenting, marital and vocational stress, and to explore and express your identity and needs, wants and goals both personally and professionally.
(319) 559-4866 View (319) 559-4866
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Naomi Rumbley Zepeda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Parenting a teen can be difficult; I’m here to help break down feelings and thoughts so that each party feels heard and understood. I enjoy working with families pre and post adoption, as well as teens struggling with communication issues, disordered eating, body image issues, anxiety, or depression.
Parenting a teen can be difficult; I’m here to help break down feelings and thoughts so that each party feels heard and understood. I enjoy working with families pre and post adoption, as well as teens struggling with communication issues, disordered eating, body image issues, anxiety, or depression.
(319) 727-8710 View (319) 727-8710
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Briannan D Langdon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
Briannan prides herself on being genuine, flexible, and continuing to learn always. She provides school-based and virtual therapy services assisting a variety of people with different diagnoses. She is especially passionate about working with children and adolescents with trauma, attachment, adjustment disorders, relationship stressors, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, impulse control, disordered eating, grief and loss, adoption/parenting difficulties, and anger management. She is also open to working with adults with a variety of diagnoses.
Briannan prides herself on being genuine, flexible, and continuing to learn always. She provides school-based and virtual therapy services assisting a variety of people with different diagnoses. She is especially passionate about working with children and adolescents with trauma, attachment, adjustment disorders, relationship stressors, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, impulse control, disordered eating, grief and loss, adoption/parenting difficulties, and anger management. She is also open to working with adults with a variety of diagnoses.
(800) 531-4236 View (800) 531-4236
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Monique Jeanette Maldonado
Counselor, MACP, IADC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Searching for help is a courageous first step to change. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Are you looking for support in changing addictive behaviors from a non-judgmental approach? Perhaps you have experienced traumatic events that have left you feeling "stuck." Or maybe you have relationship issues and aren't sure where to go from here. Many of my clients have experienced grief and loss and simply need support working through the stages of grief. I have also served children and families. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.
Searching for help is a courageous first step to change. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Are you looking for support in changing addictive behaviors from a non-judgmental approach? Perhaps you have experienced traumatic events that have left you feeling "stuck." Or maybe you have relationship issues and aren't sure where to go from here. Many of my clients have experienced grief and loss and simply need support working through the stages of grief. I have also served children and families. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.
(515) 500-2103 View (515) 500-2103
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Bailey O'Toole
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Accepting New Clients in person or via Telehealth. Therapy is a space for you to process many things past, present and even future. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy. My approach with clients is number one, meeting them where they are at. You are the client and in the driver's seat. I am here to help facilitate change and work toward wellness. The therapeutic relationship is key to successful therapy and this being said, I work very hard to connect and build that relationship. I work with those suffering from anxiety and depression, mood disorders and post-partum depression. I see adults, couples and teens.
Accepting New Clients in person or via Telehealth. Therapy is a space for you to process many things past, present and even future. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy. My approach with clients is number one, meeting them where they are at. You are the client and in the driver's seat. I am here to help facilitate change and work toward wellness. The therapeutic relationship is key to successful therapy and this being said, I work very hard to connect and build that relationship. I work with those suffering from anxiety and depression, mood disorders and post-partum depression. I see adults, couples and teens.
(319) 220-3741 View (319) 220-3741
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Jacob Joslin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
People I work with are generally battling challenges with ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, grief, and challenging circumstances or changes leaving them with painful adjustments.
My name is Jake Joslin, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) working with patients throughout Iowa via telehealth. My specialization is helping people with ADHD. I also have extensive experience supporting clients through their battles with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and difficult changes or arguments that shake up life. I understand that life is had, and my passion is to help people break free from stigma and shame and feel empowered to overcome their trials. My approach to counseling is flexible to meet clients where they are and provide them with the support that they need most.
People I work with are generally battling challenges with ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, grief, and challenging circumstances or changes leaving them with painful adjustments.
My name is Jake Joslin, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) working with patients throughout Iowa via telehealth. My specialization is helping people with ADHD. I also have extensive experience supporting clients through their battles with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and difficult changes or arguments that shake up life. I understand that life is had, and my passion is to help people break free from stigma and shame and feel empowered to overcome their trials. My approach to counseling is flexible to meet clients where they are and provide them with the support that they need most.
(319) 820-4821 View (319) 820-4821

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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.