Depression Therapists in Asheville, NC
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Lisa Lavelle Bowen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
My specialties: trauma, anxiety,
depression
. 20 yrs experience: counseling adolescents, adults, couples and families. I do supportive listening, accepting, understanding and compassionate counseling to help problem solve together and cope to focus on healing. Kinds of therapy I do: CBT, DBT, REBT, Art therapy, Play therapy, Person centered therapy and Christian counseling. Experience: counseled World Trade Center 9/11 survivors and survivors of torture, psychiatric hospital, outpatient clinic work, was a clinical supervisor, did school based therapy and counseled military, their spouses & children at bases in USA, Europe and Japan.
Charlotte Hanks
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in
depression
, anxiety, grief, trauma, eating disorders, life-adjustments, and more.
My passion in this work comes from guiding individuals toward life goals, healing, growth, and discovery within. I combine various modalities tailored to address blockages and increase momentum in your life. Perhaps you are not yet on your own timeline or feel like you are living someone else's life.
Rhonda Suzanne Karg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Currently full - Dr. Rhonda Karg is an internationally renowned expert in assessing and treating anxiety,
depression
, trauma, and substance abuse. She is a co-author of the Structured Clinical Interview for the DSM-5, which is considered worldwide to be the gold standard of psychiatric assessments. Dr. Karg is an active research scientist with Columbia University, and a clinical psychologist specializing in solution-focused psychotherapy where you'll not just talk about problems — she actually teaches you new skills so that you feel better as quickly as possible. Dr. Karg provides evidence-based treatment and consultation.
Carol Greenberger
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Are you feeling alone, anxious or
depressed
? Unsatisfied with your career, have chronic pain or illness? Relationship stress, extended family issues? My clients tell me I'm warm, easy to talk to, and down to earth. I use a variety of treatment approaches: psychodynamic and relational, combined with CBT, EFT, and EMDR. EMDR can help almost any problem resolve more quickly because it allows the brain to make changes on a deeper level than just talking. We still talk plenty though, before, during and after EMDR. My clients find telehealth to be helpful and convenient. I see regular clients occasionally at my home office.
Not accepting new clients
Judith A Mishkin Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified
Verified
Over the years, I have successfully helped people through illness, loss, anxiety,
depression
, low self-esteem, relationships and other life issues.
In a safe and confidential setting, I support you in determining what is getting in the way of reaching your potential and experiencing fulfillment.. I will help you move beyond unhappiness, frustration, and uncertainty. No matter your age or life experiences, you are capable of growing and making invaluable changes. I can help you bring joy back into yourself and your life, with patience, persistence, and compassion. I see you as a whole person, not as a diagnosis/ I encourage your questions, as well as your thoughts and wishes. creating a well lived life. You matter, and deserve the opportunity to find peace and purpose.
Justina Janda
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC
Verified
Verified
Life can be challenging for all of us. Stress, anxiety, and
depression
in these times are common, and you are not alone. Maybe you are looking for happiness, peace, and stability, but don't know where to start. Or maybe you just want to have a safe space to explore who you really are at your core, and find the sources of meaning and purpose in your life. All humans have an amazing ability to grow and change, and sometimes our struggles are just here to give us a push forward into new horizons. As a therapist, I see myself as someone who helps to facilitate that growth in others.
Not accepting new clients
Marc McKinnis
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you struggling with
depression
, anxiety, relationship issues, or a major life transition? If so, counseling can help. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I create a safe, comfortable, and confidential environment for my clients to explore issues that may be causing them distress or discomfort in their lives. Counseling can provide you with the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of who you are, increase your sense of power and control, learn and master effective problem solving skills, and alleviate acute or chronic symptoms that may be affecting your ability to function.
Madison Ericksen
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I believe in acknowledging the humanness in each individual while providing a compassionate space to delve into the complicated existence of “being” in this world. I will walk alongside you as an advocate and support while you move through your journey of healing, growth and transformation. The foundation of my clinical work is person-centered, trauma-informed, and resiliency-focused. I am invested in my therapeutic relationships, and I feel immense amounts of gratitude to partner with individuals as they move through and process trauma, grief, anxiety,
depression
, attachment issues, self-esteem concerns, and life challenges.
Not accepting new clients
Louise Lettre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified
Verified
My specialties include helping with unresolved trauma,
depression
, anxiety, and addiction and recovery.
Change is a constant. Our ability to adapt isn't. There are times you need extra support to adjust to challenging situations, heal past hurt, cope with family and relationship issues, or learn new skills to increase your resiliency. I work with adults of all ages who have a variety of goals. Together, we will work to define goals that are meaningful to you, and make a plan for how to achieve these goals. My hope is that our work together supports a sense of increased freedom and wellbeing for you.
Beth Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My clients often overcome trauma, anxiety,
depression
, relationship difficulties, and life changes with the support of emotionally focused therapy.
Way to go about taking the first step to start therapy! Life is crazy right now. It's tough to feel any balance. Stressors weigh on you and may even add to your anxiety and
depression
symptoms. Perhaps you or your child may be struggling and at a loss for what to do. I can support you to find the best strategies to tackle these stressors and get back to balance despite the things we can't change in the world now. I've spent many years working with individuals to navigate their symptoms to work together to make daily life feel back in balance. I have extensive training and experience to treat the whole person with a mindful approach.
Michelle Durpetti, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life is a journey that often throws us many obstacles and roadblocks along the way. My goal is to help you figure out how to best navigate your journey that is both healthy and productive. I have over 20 years experience in the field with emphasis that last 10 years in treating
depression
, anxiety, relationship issues and trauma. Most of us need to make the time and commitment to moving forward with our goals in life. It is true, the best decisions in life are often the hardest, I will support and guide you through your journey.
Anna Leese Wallace
Counselor, MEd, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We all struggle in life, and some challenges are harder than others. Whether you experience chronic feelings of emptiness and hopelessness – or whether you struggle to accomplish seemingly simple tasks because of crippling anxiety – I am here to support you. Pain, whether past or present, can make you feel isolated and misunderstood. My goal as a therapist is to bond with you, human-to-human. Together, we will work to address
depression
, anxiety, and any other concerns that may be holding you back so you can find a path to joy, healing, and wholeness.
Kayla Cypher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
If you are struggling with a difficult life transition,
depression
, anxiety, or trauma, I am here to help.
Are you feeling overwhelmed at home or work? If you are at a loss of ways to help yourself or your family overcome such barriers, then speaking with a counselor can provide you with the answers and support that you are seeking. I know it can be scary to ask for help but, my primary goal is to meet you where you are without posing any judgment. This allows freedom for discovery, hope, and fulfillment by establishing healthy thinking, healthy feeling, and healthy behaving.
Amanda Walker
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHC-A, LCAS-A, MA
Verified
Verified
I work with anxiety,
depression
, (alcohol, drug, sex, porn, gambling, other processing) addiction, relationship or sex issues, grief, self-image and self-esteem, and many other troubles we come across in life.
Trained in couples counseling, addictions counseling, sex therapy, EFT, EMDR, and attachment-based modalities. Life is hard. It's beautiful, it's devastating, it's complicated. And it does not have to be lived alone. It is my privilege and purpose in life to walk alongside you as you seek your own fulfillment, direction, and answers. Our therapeutic relationship will be caring, kind and full of curiosity.
Not accepting new clients
Kay Kelley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-A, LCAS
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I utilize EMDR, somatic awareness, ACT, mindfulness, and resourcing techniques to help clients overcome PTSD,
depression
, and anxiety.
Currently Accepting clients for outdoor walking therapy! I am honored to work alongside my clients in the process of healing. I am committed to creating a shame-free, empowering space for my clients to connect with their authenticity. I am a licensed additions counselor and take a harm reduction approach. I am a member of the LGBTQA+ community and am sex-positive, kink-affirming, and knowledgeable about non-monogamy. Additionally, I specialize in working with teens and young adults and am particularly skilled at helping people work through life transitions.
Emily Cox
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified
Verified
Some of these barriers may include anxiety,
depression
, trauma, attachment, anger, conflict, identity issues, life transitions, or other areas of concern.
You have taken a big step by arriving at this page. Life can be difficult, and we can all use help in navigating its challenges. I enjoy supporting children, teen, young adults, and emerging adults with managing stress, increasing self-confidence, and strengthening relationships. I aim to provide a creative and empowering approach that supports a healing space that facilitates re connection with internal needs and external relationships.
Not accepting new clients
Robin Sersland
Counselor, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals ages 12 and older who are healing from trauma,
depression
, low self-esteem, social or performance anxiety, and relationship issues.
I am not accepting new clients at this time. - You are good at bottling up your pain or minimizing the issues coming up in your life and relationships. In the past, you may have experienced feeling unsafe, hurt, or being without control which all continue to impact you. Even though you are reflective and self-aware, you keep hitting walls when it comes to working towards change. This is both frustrating and exhausting. Yet, you do want things to be different.
Omileye Achikeobi-Lewis
Counselor, DAOCM, MAOM, MEd, NCC, LCMHC
Verified
Verified
Are you tired of feeling sick and tired,
depressed
, anxious? Are you stuck in negative repetitive patterns, habitrs, behaviors, and beliefs that keep you in bad relationships, low self-esteem, and away from embracing and sprinkling your magic in the world? Are you carrying negative patterns that go back to your childhood or multi-generational trauma? Are you ready to light up your life? I specialize and have a passion for helping individuals with these issues.
Lindsey Brock Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Our clients need support navigating the stresses of adulting, finding footing after a breakup, and managing anxiety,
depression
, ADHD, and mood disorders.
You're not eating. You can't stop checking your phone. You drunk dialed him at 3am and regret it horribly-or maybe you don't. Your friends are so tired of hearing you talk about your ex. But you can't help it! You aren't sleeping or you're sleeping too much. School or work is suffering. People keep saying "You should be over this by now," yet you find yourself with the covers over your head, dreading to face the day. You'll hear me call this "Survival Mode."
Not accepting new clients
Jenna Whiteside
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I'm a psychotherapist experienced in treating
depression
, anxiety, ADHD and more. I help people better cope with distressing symptoms and stressful situations/events, such as trauma, grief & loss, life transitions. I work with clients to find strength, meaning, joy and relief while adjusting to challenges-- whether marriage, divorce, relocation, career change, any new role or phase in life. I work with individuals, couples & families to achieve greater peace, understanding & satisfaction in relationships, enhance parenting skills, stress & anger management skills, along with skills and strategies to improve self-esteem, self-care, emotional regulation, personal boundaries, mindfulness, and more.
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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.