Depression Therapists in Spencer County, IN
Utilizing person-centered techniques through cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational enhancement, EMDR and reality therapy for those struggling with interpersonal relationships, substance abuse, grief and bereavement, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and other emotional stress conditions.
I specialize in spiritual Christian based counseling, faith-based psychology, addiction & substance abuse, and trauma-informed therapy in various multi-cultural and ethnic backgrounds as well as military, and first responders.
Utilizing person-centered techniques through cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational enhancement, EMDR and reality therapy for those struggling with interpersonal relationships, substance abuse, grief and bereavement, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and other emotional stress conditions.
I specialize in spiritual Christian based counseling, faith-based psychology, addiction & substance abuse, and trauma-informed therapy in various multi-cultural and ethnic backgrounds as well as military, and first responders.
Welcome to Illuminating Hope Counseling, LLC. I have been working in the field of social work since 2013 after graduating from USI with my Masters in Social Work. I have experience working with individuals struggling with mental health and addiction, ranging from school aged children to adults of any age. I also specialize in marriage and family therapy. Working in a variety of settings has given me experience with a multitude of diagnoses and problems. I believe everyone deserves a second chance in life and to take back control over what was once lost.
Welcome to Illuminating Hope Counseling, LLC. I have been working in the field of social work since 2013 after graduating from USI with my Masters in Social Work. I have experience working with individuals struggling with mental health and addiction, ranging from school aged children to adults of any age. I also specialize in marriage and family therapy. Working in a variety of settings has given me experience with a multitude of diagnoses and problems. I believe everyone deserves a second chance in life and to take back control over what was once lost.
Do you often feel as if no one listens? Are you struggling to find motivation in daily activities that you used to enjoy? Have you recently experienced loss or are having a difficult time finding meaning in life?
Sometimes all we need to overcome obstacles like these is a person who will listen without judgment. Someone you know will protect and respect your confidentiality.
No unwanted advice. No telling you what you "should have done" or "what I would do." Someone to simply listen and provide a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment.
Do you often feel as if no one listens? Are you struggling to find motivation in daily activities that you used to enjoy? Have you recently experienced loss or are having a difficult time finding meaning in life?
Sometimes all we need to overcome obstacles like these is a person who will listen without judgment. Someone you know will protect and respect your confidentiality.
No unwanted advice. No telling you what you "should have done" or "what I would do." Someone to simply listen and provide a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment.
If you're struggling with feelings of not being "good enough," battling persistent anxiety or depression, or feeling overwhelmed by the stresses of life, I can help.
I specialize in working with adults who have experienced trauma and adversity, including people with Dissociative Identity Disorder. I provide a safe, compassionate space to address the thoughts, feelings, and issues that keep you from feeling at peace with yourself. I am Board Certified in Telemental Health and Certified as a Clinical Telemental Health Provider.
If you're struggling with feelings of not being "good enough," battling persistent anxiety or depression, or feeling overwhelmed by the stresses of life, I can help.
I specialize in working with adults who have experienced trauma and adversity, including people with Dissociative Identity Disorder. I provide a safe, compassionate space to address the thoughts, feelings, and issues that keep you from feeling at peace with yourself. I am Board Certified in Telemental Health and Certified as a Clinical Telemental Health Provider.
I work with individuals navigating trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, and a range of other mental health concerns and I deeply respect the courage it takes to reach out.
My approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Together, we’ll learn how to make space for difficult thoughts and emotions while moving toward the life you want to live. Rather than trying to “fix” or eliminate pain, we focus on changing your relationship with it so it no longer runs the show.
I work with individuals navigating trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, and a range of other mental health concerns and I deeply respect the courage it takes to reach out.
My approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Together, we’ll learn how to make space for difficult thoughts and emotions while moving toward the life you want to live. Rather than trying to “fix” or eliminate pain, we focus on changing your relationship with it so it no longer runs the show.
Struggling with anxiety, trauma, or codependent patterns? I help adults navigate painful life experiences and build coping skills that create real change. Everyone deserves a safe, judgement free space to be able to unpack those thoughts and feelings to make sense of them. My passion is empowering adults to heal from their trauma, whether it be from childhood or recent. I have experience in working with adults who struggle with trauma, anxiety, codependence, attachment difficulties, addictions, and personality disorders.
Struggling with anxiety, trauma, or codependent patterns? I help adults navigate painful life experiences and build coping skills that create real change. Everyone deserves a safe, judgement free space to be able to unpack those thoughts and feelings to make sense of them. My passion is empowering adults to heal from their trauma, whether it be from childhood or recent. I have experience in working with adults who struggle with trauma, anxiety, codependence, attachment difficulties, addictions, and personality disorders.
Online Therapists
My name is Savanah Stiles, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years’ experience in providing individual, group, and family therapy to adolescents, children, adults, and families. I am trained in Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT), Sand Tray Therapy, Triple P Parenting Model, Active Parenting, and The Matrix Model.
My name is Savanah Stiles, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years’ experience in providing individual, group, and family therapy to adolescents, children, adults, and families. I am trained in Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT), Sand Tray Therapy, Triple P Parenting Model, Active Parenting, and The Matrix Model.
Spartan Consulting & Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
New Albany, IN 47150
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and Welcome. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and the owner of Spartan Consulting & Counseling LLC. I value trauma-informed care, prioritizing trust & transparency within the therapeutic relationship. My approach is geared toward meeting you where you are to help you meet your goals with understanding and non-judgment. I have expertise in some areas, but you are the only expert on you – empowering your instincts and intuition is vital to the therapeutic process. Licensed to practice in Indiana and Kentucky.
Hello and Welcome. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and the owner of Spartan Consulting & Counseling LLC. I value trauma-informed care, prioritizing trust & transparency within the therapeutic relationship. My approach is geared toward meeting you where you are to help you meet your goals with understanding and non-judgment. I have expertise in some areas, but you are the only expert on you – empowering your instincts and intuition is vital to the therapeutic process. Licensed to practice in Indiana and Kentucky.
Hello there I am Debbie and I have been working in the counseling field for over 16 years and practicing as a licensed clinical therapist the last 10 years. My goal has always been to provide my clients with supportive non bias/judgement free environment to work on developing strength based and client center focused goals! I have made it my mission in life to help each and every client become the best version of themselves they possibly can be! I am over the moon about the results I have seen over the years with my clients.
Hello there I am Debbie and I have been working in the counseling field for over 16 years and practicing as a licensed clinical therapist the last 10 years. My goal has always been to provide my clients with supportive non bias/judgement free environment to work on developing strength based and client center focused goals! I have made it my mission in life to help each and every client become the best version of themselves they possibly can be! I am over the moon about the results I have seen over the years with my clients.
I work with adolescents and adults facing anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
I believe meaningful change begins when you feel truly seen, accepted, and safe enough to share what you’re going through. My approach is warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental. I aim to create a space where you can talk openly about what’s been weighing on you—without pressure to have the “right” words or quick answers.
I work with adolescents and adults facing anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
I believe meaningful change begins when you feel truly seen, accepted, and safe enough to share what you’re going through. My approach is warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental. I aim to create a space where you can talk openly about what’s been weighing on you—without pressure to have the “right” words or quick answers.
Life can be overwhelming sometimes, but you don’t have to navigate your healing journey alone! While making yourself vulnerable may seem scary, it is also one of the strongest indicators of courage. When faced with overwhelming emotions, it can feel comfortable to avoid those feelings; however, comfort and courage cannot exist at the same time.
Life can be overwhelming sometimes, but you don’t have to navigate your healing journey alone! While making yourself vulnerable may seem scary, it is also one of the strongest indicators of courage. When faced with overwhelming emotions, it can feel comfortable to avoid those feelings; however, comfort and courage cannot exist at the same time.
I’m a virtual counselor who really enjoys walking alongside teens and adults as they work through things like anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and those times in life when everything just feels stuck or overwhelming.
My approach is collaborative and flexible. I meet you where you are and pull from different tools like motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT, and EMDR depending on what fits your needs. A big part of my work is helping people better understand themselves, improve communication, set healthy boundaries, and start moving toward goals that feel meaningful.
I’m a virtual counselor who really enjoys walking alongside teens and adults as they work through things like anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and those times in life when everything just feels stuck or overwhelming.
My approach is collaborative and flexible. I meet you where you are and pull from different tools like motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT, and EMDR depending on what fits your needs. A big part of my work is helping people better understand themselves, improve communication, set healthy boundaries, and start moving toward goals that feel meaningful.
I want to congratulate you on taking the first step toward healing. The road toward feeling whole again is meant to be walked with someone.
I specialize in working with couples in all relationship stages. Whether you are struggling with communication, infertility, loss of love, an affair, conflict, or just want to keep your relationship on course, I am passionate about helping relationships thrive.
I also have specialized training in helping women navigate the stress and mental load that can accompany different life stages. This includes infertility, health challenges, life transitions, and perimenopause / menopause.
I want to congratulate you on taking the first step toward healing. The road toward feeling whole again is meant to be walked with someone.
I specialize in working with couples in all relationship stages. Whether you are struggling with communication, infertility, loss of love, an affair, conflict, or just want to keep your relationship on course, I am passionate about helping relationships thrive.
I also have specialized training in helping women navigate the stress and mental load that can accompany different life stages. This includes infertility, health challenges, life transitions, and perimenopause / menopause.
You’re overwhelmed, stuck in the same cycles, and tired of anxiety, depression, or substance use running the show.
I specialize in helping adults break free from patterns of substance use, depression, and anxiety with a direct but supportive approach. I cut through the noise, get to the root of the problem, and help you build practical strategies to see results quickly. Together, we’ll focus on real progress—not endless talk.
You’re overwhelmed, stuck in the same cycles, and tired of anxiety, depression, or substance use running the show.
I specialize in helping adults break free from patterns of substance use, depression, and anxiety with a direct but supportive approach. I cut through the noise, get to the root of the problem, and help you build practical strategies to see results quickly. Together, we’ll focus on real progress—not endless talk.
There is no wrong time to reach out for support. Whether it be lifelong challenges such as birth complications, experiences of abuse or neglect as a child, feelings of sadness and worry as an adult or anything in between, I believe in empowering clients to find the healing they are ready for. Using the science of the body and brain, clients will be able to achieve their goals knowing they have a supportive partner to guide them on their journey with compassion, care, and warmth.
There is no wrong time to reach out for support. Whether it be lifelong challenges such as birth complications, experiences of abuse or neglect as a child, feelings of sadness and worry as an adult or anything in between, I believe in empowering clients to find the healing they are ready for. Using the science of the body and brain, clients will be able to achieve their goals knowing they have a supportive partner to guide them on their journey with compassion, care, and warmth.
I provide short and long term therapy for adults while providing a warm, safe, and compassionate environment where my main focus is helping you create and maintain a meaningful and healthy outlook on your own life. I fully believe you are the expert at your own experience, and I am here to help put pieces together, encourage personal growth, and help with coping or adapting to whatever issues are present. I utilize an integrative and strengths based approach with a belief that understanding where our problems and patterns have resonated can help with changing our behaviors and outlook on life.
I provide short and long term therapy for adults while providing a warm, safe, and compassionate environment where my main focus is helping you create and maintain a meaningful and healthy outlook on your own life. I fully believe you are the expert at your own experience, and I am here to help put pieces together, encourage personal growth, and help with coping or adapting to whatever issues are present. I utilize an integrative and strengths based approach with a belief that understanding where our problems and patterns have resonated can help with changing our behaviors and outlook on life.
Life brings twists and turns, and sometimes it helps to have a steady, supportive guide along the way. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, encouraged, and understood. As a licensed therapist, I draw on a strengths-based approach honoring what’s already working while gently exploring areas that may need extra care or growth. I believe the mind and body are deeply connected and can support one another in the healing process. In our work together, we may use strategies like boundary setting, mindfulness, self-care, and self-compassion to help you feel more grounded and resilient.
Life brings twists and turns, and sometimes it helps to have a steady, supportive guide along the way. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, encouraged, and understood. As a licensed therapist, I draw on a strengths-based approach honoring what’s already working while gently exploring areas that may need extra care or growth. I believe the mind and body are deeply connected and can support one another in the healing process. In our work together, we may use strategies like boundary setting, mindfulness, self-care, and self-compassion to help you feel more grounded and resilient.
I support clients with a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief/trauma and substance use.
I have worked for numerous years in both outpatient and inpatient mental health settings. I am passionate about creating a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy that addresses emotional, mental, and physical well-being.
I support clients with a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief/trauma and substance use.
I have worked for numerous years in both outpatient and inpatient mental health settings. I am passionate about creating a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy that addresses emotional, mental, and physical well-being.
I have 9 years of experience helping others find healing and fresh starts from trauma, anxiety/ depression, and stress.
Being a young professional myself, I understand many of the challenges that come along with this time of life. This provides me with the opportunity to connect quickly with others and allow them to feel safe and understood. Using EMDR and IFS therapies, I believe together we can help you achieve the future you want for yourself.
I have 9 years of experience helping others find healing and fresh starts from trauma, anxiety/ depression, and stress.
Being a young professional myself, I understand many of the challenges that come along with this time of life. This provides me with the opportunity to connect quickly with others and allow them to feel safe and understood. Using EMDR and IFS therapies, I believe together we can help you achieve the future you want for yourself.
We are accepting new clients - spring 2026! We are a dedicated group of mental health therapists who provide the highest level of services. We have decades of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Our main focus is the care of our clients. We take our time to truly understand what you are experiencing. Through this process, we will also work to help you to notice your feelings and reactions, develop your voice, and when appropriate, share this with key people in your life.
We are accepting new clients - spring 2026! We are a dedicated group of mental health therapists who provide the highest level of services. We have decades of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Our main focus is the care of our clients. We take our time to truly understand what you are experiencing. Through this process, we will also work to help you to notice your feelings and reactions, develop your voice, and when appropriate, share this with key people in your life.
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.