Depression Therapists in Charlotte, NC

Jennifer Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hi! I’m a LCSW (licensed clinical social worker) based in North Carolina. I attended East Carolina University and graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work degree and then I attended Winthrop University and graduated with my Master of Social Work degree. I have 11 years of general social work experience and have been a LCSW since 2020. The majority of my LCSW experience is working with grief and loss, depression and anxiety.
Hi! I’m a LCSW (licensed clinical social worker) based in North Carolina. I attended East Carolina University and graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work degree and then I attended Winthrop University and graduated with my Master of Social Work degree. I have 11 years of general social work experience and have been a LCSW since 2020. The majority of my LCSW experience is working with grief and loss, depression and anxiety.
(704) 610-0973 View (704) 610-0973
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Hunter Barrett
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28277
I have had the honor to work with adults and aging adults experiencing trauma, women and gender issues, anxiety, depression, as well as inner child work, self-esteem and identity expression.
I believe that everyone is deserving of empathy, compassion, and support. My mission to create a space where each individual feels that they can authentically show up as themselves to be fully supported in the therapeutic process. I am here to provide a nonjudgmental space that fosters growth and nurturing for each client. I believe that each individual has the capacity to reach self-fulfillment and it is my role to support you along this journey!
I have had the honor to work with adults and aging adults experiencing trauma, women and gender issues, anxiety, depression, as well as inner child work, self-esteem and identity expression.
I believe that everyone is deserving of empathy, compassion, and support. My mission to create a space where each individual feels that they can authentically show up as themselves to be fully supported in the therapeutic process. I am here to provide a nonjudgmental space that fosters growth and nurturing for each client. I believe that each individual has the capacity to reach self-fulfillment and it is my role to support you along this journey!
(980) 294-3472 View (980) 294-3472
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Suzanne Walker
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Online Only
My name is Suzanne Walker. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Clinical addiction specialist in the state of North Carolina. I use CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Reality Therapy, and Supportive Therapy among other treatment modalities. My focus areas of practice are Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, LBGTQ+, Addictions, Life Transitions, and Trauma. My most commonly used theoretical approaches in sessions are CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindful techniques, Reality Therapy, and Supportive Therapy. In some sessions, I use only one approach, and in others, I use several approaches.
My name is Suzanne Walker. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Clinical addiction specialist in the state of North Carolina. I use CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Reality Therapy, and Supportive Therapy among other treatment modalities. My focus areas of practice are Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, LBGTQ+, Addictions, Life Transitions, and Trauma. My most commonly used theoretical approaches in sessions are CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindful techniques, Reality Therapy, and Supportive Therapy. In some sessions, I use only one approach, and in others, I use several approaches.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Lorena Gonzalez
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28213
I treat trauma, complex trauma, depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, and addictions in adolescents and adults.
Hello, and thank you for considering me to be your therapist. I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Clinical Mental Health and Addictions Therapist, as well as a clinical supervisor in NC and Licensed Professional Counselor in VA. I have over 9 years of experience as a licensed therapist, and over 18 years of experience in the mental health field, in various capacities.
I treat trauma, complex trauma, depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, and addictions in adolescents and adults.
Hello, and thank you for considering me to be your therapist. I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Clinical Mental Health and Addictions Therapist, as well as a clinical supervisor in NC and Licensed Professional Counselor in VA. I have over 9 years of experience as a licensed therapist, and over 18 years of experience in the mental health field, in various capacities.
(704) 538-4266 View (704) 538-4266
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Patsy Shinn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
My experience includes with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and other life transitions.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist. I received my Masters degree from East Carolina University and have been working with individuals for 20 years. My focus includes working with adults who are struggling with substance use disorders beginning the process of recovery and addressing the underlying factors contributing to these behaviors.
My experience includes with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and other life transitions.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist. I received my Masters degree from East Carolina University and have been working with individuals for 20 years. My focus includes working with adults who are struggling with substance use disorders beginning the process of recovery and addressing the underlying factors contributing to these behaviors.
(980) 485-7507 View (980) 485-7507
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Tondra Crumpler McLaurin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LCMHCS, LPC-SC, ACS
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28262
My specialties include marital, premarital, anxiety, depression, blended family, post traumatic and veterans' issues.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about EKR Counseling. If you are exploring this site, it probably means that you have met some challenges as we all do at various times. At EKR, I provide a safe, nurturing, confidential environment where I can assist you with navigating life. It will be my privilege to help you to develop the techniques that will enable you to move forward in areas where you may feel stuck or stagnant.
My specialties include marital, premarital, anxiety, depression, blended family, post traumatic and veterans' issues.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about EKR Counseling. If you are exploring this site, it probably means that you have met some challenges as we all do at various times. At EKR, I provide a safe, nurturing, confidential environment where I can assist you with navigating life. It will be my privilege to help you to develop the techniques that will enable you to move forward in areas where you may feel stuck or stagnant.
(980) 223-3389 View (980) 223-3389
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Amy Jamerson, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28204
Waitlist for new clients
I have specializations in anxiety, depression, trauma, health issues, and grief & loss.
There are times when life or circumstances can feel overwhelming, making you feel stuck and unsure of how to move forward. You want to be open to people around you and feel good about where you are going in your life. This can mean big changes or subtle shifts in what you are doing now. My style is collaborative and empowering, with the ultimate goal of giving you a better quality of life.
I have specializations in anxiety, depression, trauma, health issues, and grief & loss.
There are times when life or circumstances can feel overwhelming, making you feel stuck and unsure of how to move forward. You want to be open to people around you and feel good about where you are going in your life. This can mean big changes or subtle shifts in what you are doing now. My style is collaborative and empowering, with the ultimate goal of giving you a better quality of life.
(704) 459-1132 View (704) 459-1132
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Shirley Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Online Only
Exciting developments in neurobiology are showing that we can make physiological changes to our brains that impact persistent negative thought processes, depression and anxiety.
One of my favorite movie lines is spoken by Melvin Udall (played by Jack Nicholson) who barges into his therapist's waiting area and asks a room full of patients, "What if this is as good as it gets?!" Do you find yourself asking that same question? Have you settled for an existence well below that of your dreams? Do you feel that change is out of your reach? Have you fallen prey to believing the negative things you say to yourself? It doesn't have to be this way.
Exciting developments in neurobiology are showing that we can make physiological changes to our brains that impact persistent negative thought processes, depression and anxiety.
One of my favorite movie lines is spoken by Melvin Udall (played by Jack Nicholson) who barges into his therapist's waiting area and asks a room full of patients, "What if this is as good as it gets?!" Do you find yourself asking that same question? Have you settled for an existence well below that of your dreams? Do you feel that change is out of your reach? Have you fallen prey to believing the negative things you say to yourself? It doesn't have to be this way.
(704) 459-2780 View (704) 459-2780
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Mary Moore
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28277
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults experiencing ADHD, academic struggles, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and identity confusion.
As a counselor I believe that mental health is an important aspect of life, that inherently ties into your physical health. I aim to help individuals learn to coping with the way that their mental health struggles tie into their day-to-day struggles, as well as their physical health. My office is a safe space for you to come exactly as you are as we work together to get you where you want to be.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults experiencing ADHD, academic struggles, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and identity confusion.
As a counselor I believe that mental health is an important aspect of life, that inherently ties into your physical health. I aim to help individuals learn to coping with the way that their mental health struggles tie into their day-to-day struggles, as well as their physical health. My office is a safe space for you to come exactly as you are as we work together to get you where you want to be.
(980) 350-0858 View (980) 350-0858
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Danielle Harper
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28277
Hi, my name is Danielle Harper and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. It is my pleasure to guide you on a journey that leads to healing. I use a cognitive therapy approach to my sessions, which allows us to explore how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors may prevent you from being able to live your best life or even have you stuck. My main focus area is mild to moderate depression and individuals who have been diagnosed late in life with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder.
Hi, my name is Danielle Harper and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. It is my pleasure to guide you on a journey that leads to healing. I use a cognitive therapy approach to my sessions, which allows us to explore how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors may prevent you from being able to live your best life or even have you stuck. My main focus area is mild to moderate depression and individuals who have been diagnosed late in life with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder.
(980) 332-5237 View (980) 332-5237
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Mitchell Peele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28203
anxiety, depression, mood regulation.
Using active listening and meeting clients where they are is critical to providing good therapy. Allow me to help you process through issues and gain an understanding of the power of therapy!
anxiety, depression, mood regulation.
Using active listening and meeting clients where they are is critical to providing good therapy. Allow me to help you process through issues and gain an understanding of the power of therapy!
(980) 341-2397 View (980) 341-2397
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Dr. Toni Shelow
Psychologist, EdS, PsyD, HSP
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a licensed Psychologist with over 25 years of diverse clinical experience. I provide Telehealth counseling for WOMEN of all ages to assist them in navigating difficult times and challenging emotions. We will work together in a safe, non-judgmental space to help you manage difficulties such as grief, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and aging/caregiving. I am a mother, grandmother, and past caregiver to an elderly parent. I have lived through transitions, grief, and significant loss. My experiences have led me to be a compassionate and relatable provider who brings experience and understanding to my therapy practice.
I am a licensed Psychologist with over 25 years of diverse clinical experience. I provide Telehealth counseling for WOMEN of all ages to assist them in navigating difficult times and challenging emotions. We will work together in a safe, non-judgmental space to help you manage difficulties such as grief, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and aging/caregiving. I am a mother, grandmother, and past caregiver to an elderly parent. I have lived through transitions, grief, and significant loss. My experiences have led me to be a compassionate and relatable provider who brings experience and understanding to my therapy practice.
(980) 479-1215 View (980) 479-1215
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Crystal Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, QS, LPC, Supervi
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Online Only
Her expertise lies in anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Every person is different and so are their needs. My goal is to work closely with you to identify your triggers and manage emotional symptoms to help pave the way for personal growth and empowerment. I believe in a tailored approach to therapy to ensure that the treatment you receive is as unique as you are. Your well-being is my top priority and I'm here to support you every step of the way. Let's work together to find a path that leads to a healthier and happier you. Whether you're dealing with personal issues or relationship challenges, I'm here to provide the professional support and guidance you need.
Her expertise lies in anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Every person is different and so are their needs. My goal is to work closely with you to identify your triggers and manage emotional symptoms to help pave the way for personal growth and empowerment. I believe in a tailored approach to therapy to ensure that the treatment you receive is as unique as you are. Your well-being is my top priority and I'm here to support you every step of the way. Let's work together to find a path that leads to a healthier and happier you. Whether you're dealing with personal issues or relationship challenges, I'm here to provide the professional support and guidance you need.
(980) 220-0435 View (980) 220-0435
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Elizabeth Hudson
Psychological Associate, MA, LPA, HSP-PA, MHt
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28204
I work with clients struggling with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues and stress management.
Everyone's journey is unique and quite personal. I strive to honor your journey and the path that you are on. I am merely a guide helping you along the way. I seek to develop a trusting, authentic relationship in which you can explore, grow, improve relationships and make desired life changes. Clients often come into my office feeling overwhelmed and not sure exactly where to start. I take a holistic approach in helping you navigate life through optimal emotional health and wellness. This means that I often use a blend of therapy modalities to meet your needs.
I work with clients struggling with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues and stress management.
Everyone's journey is unique and quite personal. I strive to honor your journey and the path that you are on. I am merely a guide helping you along the way. I seek to develop a trusting, authentic relationship in which you can explore, grow, improve relationships and make desired life changes. Clients often come into my office feeling overwhelmed and not sure exactly where to start. I take a holistic approach in helping you navigate life through optimal emotional health and wellness. This means that I often use a blend of therapy modalities to meet your needs.
(704) 603-6312 View (704) 603-6312
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Raven Crenshaw
LCSW Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, life changes, and women's issues by infusing evidence-based techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care.
Navigating life is hard. It's often filled with unforeseen obstacles and life-altering changes. Finding answers to life's problems can leave you feeling overwhelmed, powerless, and alone. However, I can help you find and explore the answers you seek. While starting therapy and sharing your life can be scary, it is also a clear sign of strength. Restructuring thinking, creating balance, examining relationships, as well as addressing previous trauma, are all ways I assist clients in their healing journey.
I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, life changes, and women's issues by infusing evidence-based techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care.
Navigating life is hard. It's often filled with unforeseen obstacles and life-altering changes. Finding answers to life's problems can leave you feeling overwhelmed, powerless, and alone. However, I can help you find and explore the answers you seek. While starting therapy and sharing your life can be scary, it is also a clear sign of strength. Restructuring thinking, creating balance, examining relationships, as well as addressing previous trauma, are all ways I assist clients in their healing journey.
(980) 368-3653 View (980) 368-3653
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Robin Fine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PLLC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I also specialize in depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, and life transitions.
If you're reading my profile, you're probably going through a crisis, having symptoms that are intruding on your daily life, or in a relationship that isn't working. Or maybe it's something else. Whatever the reason, I can help you reach resolution. I am trained and experienced in the most successful approaches to help you. I offer a comforting rapport that incorporates a no-nonsense and laid-back approach to help you maneuver life's challenges and come out the other end better for the experience. Let's figure out if we're a good fit.
I also specialize in depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, and life transitions.
If you're reading my profile, you're probably going through a crisis, having symptoms that are intruding on your daily life, or in a relationship that isn't working. Or maybe it's something else. Whatever the reason, I can help you reach resolution. I am trained and experienced in the most successful approaches to help you. I offer a comforting rapport that incorporates a no-nonsense and laid-back approach to help you maneuver life's challenges and come out the other end better for the experience. Let's figure out if we're a good fit.
(704) 452-7393 View (704) 452-7393
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Scottie Miller
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Online Only
My experience with clients include those who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, postpartum, and life challenges. As a therapist, I will work to help give you, the client, the tools needed to meet these goals. As one takes the step to come to therapy, it is important to work together to focus on what concerns they may have, where they would like to be, and how to get there. Through talk therapy, we work through different techniques and challenges to find what works best for you. Everyone is different - including clients. What works best for you is the direction we go in.
My experience with clients include those who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, postpartum, and life challenges. As a therapist, I will work to help give you, the client, the tools needed to meet these goals. As one takes the step to come to therapy, it is important to work together to focus on what concerns they may have, where they would like to be, and how to get there. Through talk therapy, we work through different techniques and challenges to find what works best for you. Everyone is different - including clients. What works best for you is the direction we go in.
(704) 445-7379 View (704) 445-7379
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Carmen Hinds
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Are you feeling overwhelmed with your relationships, your job or with school? If you can relate to these feelings, I can help. I specialize in working with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. I also provide couples counseling. I am LGBTQ+ friendly.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with your relationships, your job or with school? If you can relate to these feelings, I can help. I specialize in working with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. I also provide couples counseling. I am LGBTQ+ friendly.
(980) 252-8521 View (980) 252-8521
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Laura Dunston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I enjoy working with clients motivated to work on the issues they identify as having had negative impact in their lives or issues that they feel are holding them back from living the life they want. I work a great deal with clients struggling with anxiety or depression with the goal of working jointly to learn the tools to move forward successfully and with confidence in their strengths and abilities.
I enjoy working with clients motivated to work on the issues they identify as having had negative impact in their lives or issues that they feel are holding them back from living the life they want. I work a great deal with clients struggling with anxiety or depression with the goal of working jointly to learn the tools to move forward successfully and with confidence in their strengths and abilities.
(704) 548-1328 View (704) 548-1328
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Mary 'maracle' Sutton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210
Whether it's cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to address specific issues like anxiety or depression, or more holistic approaches like mindfulness-based therapy to promote overall well-being.
Have you been feeling that life is overwhelming? Do you feel like you have nowhere to turn? Has it been difficult for you to seek help? If you have asked yourself any of these questions, I want to welcome you with open arms as a person who understands how difficult the decision to explore therapy can be. I hope together we will discover balance, hope, and healing on your wellness journey. As your therapist, you can expect that I will provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can fully express your needs. I will walk alongside you to empower, connect, and sustain your life goals. Your past is not beyond healing.
Whether it's cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to address specific issues like anxiety or depression, or more holistic approaches like mindfulness-based therapy to promote overall well-being.
Have you been feeling that life is overwhelming? Do you feel like you have nowhere to turn? Has it been difficult for you to seek help? If you have asked yourself any of these questions, I want to welcome you with open arms as a person who understands how difficult the decision to explore therapy can be. I hope together we will discover balance, hope, and healing on your wellness journey. As your therapist, you can expect that I will provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can fully express your needs. I will walk alongside you to empower, connect, and sustain your life goals. Your past is not beyond healing.
(980) 480-3104 View (980) 480-3104
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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.