Depression Therapists in Las Vegas, NV

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Christian Lazarte
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCADC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Las Vegas, NV 89141
I have worked in the area of mental health for 12 years, focusing on mental health therapy and substance use disorders. Throughout my years as a counselor I have worked with clients that struggle with depression, anxiety, impulse control, anger management, substance abuse, communication issues, trauma, low self-esteem, and ADHD. Many of us think that these disorders are only affecting us, but these disorders also affect our loved ones, and it affects us in different areas of our lives like work, socially, school, and in relationships. We can work together to reduce these symptoms and make your daily life a better one.
I have worked in the area of mental health for 12 years, focusing on mental health therapy and substance use disorders. Throughout my years as a counselor I have worked with clients that struggle with depression, anxiety, impulse control, anger management, substance abuse, communication issues, trauma, low self-esteem, and ADHD. Many of us think that these disorders are only affecting us, but these disorders also affect our loved ones, and it affects us in different areas of our lives like work, socially, school, and in relationships. We can work together to reduce these symptoms and make your daily life a better one.
(702) 766-8799 View (702) 766-8799
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Arianna Gonzalez-Bueno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Las Vegas, NV 89120  (Online Only)
Struggling with depression, anxiety, and family issues could feel isolating. However, you don’t have to deal with it on your own. I am passionate about helping clients navigate challenging and stressful life events by providing a compassionate and supportive treatment environment that promotes healing, learning, and growth. I offer a combination of mindfulness, understanding the connection between the body and mind, and learning coping skills to reduce the symptoms and create long-lasting healthy habits.
Struggling with depression, anxiety, and family issues could feel isolating. However, you don’t have to deal with it on your own. I am passionate about helping clients navigate challenging and stressful life events by providing a compassionate and supportive treatment environment that promotes healing, learning, and growth. I offer a combination of mindfulness, understanding the connection between the body and mind, and learning coping skills to reduce the symptoms and create long-lasting healthy habits.
(702) 842-9860 View (702) 842-9860
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Taber Gibbons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Las Vegas, NV 89147
I have experience helping clients with trauma processing and recovery, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, addiction recovery, and reunification of families.
I appreciate the hard work and time that each person puts into counseling and I am committed to helping clients find change and improvement. I use research-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma focused therapy to help individuals, couples and families improve relationships or recover former trust and commitment. I focus on facilitating stronger relationships with those in a client's support system. I am committed to each individual and using each session to identify and address concerns and questions for individuals, couples, and families.
I have experience helping clients with trauma processing and recovery, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, addiction recovery, and reunification of families.
I appreciate the hard work and time that each person puts into counseling and I am committed to helping clients find change and improvement. I use research-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma focused therapy to help individuals, couples and families improve relationships or recover former trust and commitment. I focus on facilitating stronger relationships with those in a client's support system. I am committed to each individual and using each session to identify and address concerns and questions for individuals, couples, and families.
(702) 766-4253 View (702) 766-4253
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Holly Pick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89101
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
(702) 819-9486 View (702) 819-9486
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Sarah Kingsley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89120
My specialties include depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, and I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families.
Feeling overwhelmed by negative thoughts and hopelessness? Experiencing excessive worry, panic attacks, or relationship conflicts? Life can be challenging, but you don't have to face these issues alone. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I offer support and guidance for positive change. My approach is tailored to your needs, with evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family/Marital Therapy, Gottman Method, Integrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. Whether it is for, individual, couple, or family therapy, I provide a safe space to explore and foster positive change.
My specialties include depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, and I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families.
Feeling overwhelmed by negative thoughts and hopelessness? Experiencing excessive worry, panic attacks, or relationship conflicts? Life can be challenging, but you don't have to face these issues alone. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I offer support and guidance for positive change. My approach is tailored to your needs, with evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family/Marital Therapy, Gottman Method, Integrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. Whether it is for, individual, couple, or family therapy, I provide a safe space to explore and foster positive change.
(702) 842-1971 View (702) 842-1971
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Daniel Berarducci
Licensed Professional Counselor, CPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89133  (Online Only)
Throughout my professional experience, I have helped individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship, and individual performance concerns.
In life, we sometimes question the nature of our experiences and how these experiences have shaped us into the person we are today. During these moments of questioning, feelings of doubt, confusion, and other emotions may build upon one another to create the sense of "not knowing" oneself. It is in these times, we may feel as if we are alone in these experiences. The gift in therapy is to know that you are not alone in these experiences. The therapeutic relationship, through valuing, listening, and understanding can provide appreciation to the questions that we sometimes ask of ourselves.
Throughout my professional experience, I have helped individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship, and individual performance concerns.
In life, we sometimes question the nature of our experiences and how these experiences have shaped us into the person we are today. During these moments of questioning, feelings of doubt, confusion, and other emotions may build upon one another to create the sense of "not knowing" oneself. It is in these times, we may feel as if we are alone in these experiences. The gift in therapy is to know that you are not alone in these experiences. The therapeutic relationship, through valuing, listening, and understanding can provide appreciation to the questions that we sometimes ask of ourselves.
(725) 255-3975 View (725) 255-3975
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Aymara Valladares
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Welcome! I am a bilingual English/Spanish licensed therapist with more than 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, families and couples. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress management and behavioral difficulties. Is your child exhibiting anger outbursts, isolation, low motivation, irritability? Are you and your significant other having difficulty communicating, trusting each other or dealing with infidelity? Are you stressed, distracted, restless and constantly worried? I can help you and your family walk through your healing journey in a safe and confidential environment.
Welcome! I am a bilingual English/Spanish licensed therapist with more than 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, families and couples. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress management and behavioral difficulties. Is your child exhibiting anger outbursts, isolation, low motivation, irritability? Are you and your significant other having difficulty communicating, trusting each other or dealing with infidelity? Are you stressed, distracted, restless and constantly worried? I can help you and your family walk through your healing journey in a safe and confidential environment.
(720) 310-1074 View (720) 310-1074
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Glen Alex
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89117  (Online Only)
I can help you relieve anxiety, depression, manage stress, and live authentically with my no-nonsense approach to therapy, health, and wellness.
Every human experiences challenges, pain, tragedy, and triumph. Such experiences are inherent in the human condition. My role is to assist you in strengthening your coping skills to meet life's challenges with a resolve that makes you stronger so you can have a more loving and joyful life experience. Your resilience will help you cope with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, boundaries, stress management, among other impediments to your health. I do not accept insurance directly. Visit tavahealth.com to determine your insurance coverage.
I can help you relieve anxiety, depression, manage stress, and live authentically with my no-nonsense approach to therapy, health, and wellness.
Every human experiences challenges, pain, tragedy, and triumph. Such experiences are inherent in the human condition. My role is to assist you in strengthening your coping skills to meet life's challenges with a resolve that makes you stronger so you can have a more loving and joyful life experience. Your resilience will help you cope with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, boundaries, stress management, among other impediments to your health. I do not accept insurance directly. Visit tavahealth.com to determine your insurance coverage.
(702) 766-6492 View (702) 766-6492
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Malka Moskowitz
LPC Intern, CPC-I
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89123  (Online Only)
They may be feeling depressed, anxious or unfulfilled.
My goal is to empower my clients, facilitate insight and growth, build skills and resilience, and help them work towards more meaningful and fulfilled lives. I use therapeutic tools to help clients increase self awareness , becoming more in tune with their thoughts, emotions and body sensations. I work with them to process trauma, develop new perspectives and healthy coping skills, and practice mindfulness and acceptance.
They may be feeling depressed, anxious or unfulfilled.
My goal is to empower my clients, facilitate insight and growth, build skills and resilience, and help them work towards more meaningful and fulfilled lives. I use therapeutic tools to help clients increase self awareness , becoming more in tune with their thoughts, emotions and body sensations. I work with them to process trauma, develop new perspectives and healthy coping skills, and practice mindfulness and acceptance.
(725) 999-4971 View (725) 999-4971
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Sherry Matheny
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89113  (Online Only)
Struggling with trauma or loss of any kind can become debilitating and can lead to isolation, anxiety, anger, and depression. The physical and mental struggle can take its toll and we can begin to feel lost and disconnected from friends and family. Whether it is you alone, your children, or an entire family system struggling, there is hope. My passion is to help hurting people, and my mission is to help people reconnect with their strength and courage to heal. Let's walk through this together. You do not have to do this alone.
Struggling with trauma or loss of any kind can become debilitating and can lead to isolation, anxiety, anger, and depression. The physical and mental struggle can take its toll and we can begin to feel lost and disconnected from friends and family. Whether it is you alone, your children, or an entire family system struggling, there is hope. My passion is to help hurting people, and my mission is to help people reconnect with their strength and courage to heal. Let's walk through this together. You do not have to do this alone.
(702) 832-2985 View (702) 832-2985
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Maria Pelczar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Las Vegas, NV 89120
I specialize in helping people who suffer from depression, anxiety, and have difficulty navigating relationships. I know that if you are here, you have chosen to believe that your life can be different. Life is so complicated, but together we can ignite your ability to make the changes in your life that will lead to your best existence. It is my sincere belief that even from the most painful circumstances, individuals and families have the power and the right to live better lives. While I utilize a variety of treatment modalities, I find incredible results with Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused Therapy.
I specialize in helping people who suffer from depression, anxiety, and have difficulty navigating relationships. I know that if you are here, you have chosen to believe that your life can be different. Life is so complicated, but together we can ignite your ability to make the changes in your life that will lead to your best existence. It is my sincere belief that even from the most painful circumstances, individuals and families have the power and the right to live better lives. While I utilize a variety of treatment modalities, I find incredible results with Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused Therapy.
(702) 323-5968 View (702) 323-5968
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Lesha Delaney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Las Vegas, NV 89149
My specialty is serving populations suffering from depression and trauma.
I am licensed to practice in Nevada, Oklahoma and South Carolina. It is my truest honor to walk along side of you on your life journey. Setting goals/having a plan and taking action are required for new growth and in achieving success. Closing and opening new chapters are simply parts of life. I am honored to be a part of one or more of your chapters.
My specialty is serving populations suffering from depression and trauma.
I am licensed to practice in Nevada, Oklahoma and South Carolina. It is my truest honor to walk along side of you on your life journey. Setting goals/having a plan and taking action are required for new growth and in achieving success. Closing and opening new chapters are simply parts of life. I am honored to be a part of one or more of your chapters.
(702) 903-2806 View (702) 903-2806
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Jay Noricks
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Las Vegas, NV 89134  (Online Only)
These are the roots from which problems such as rage, anxiety, panic, addictions, and depression grow.
I am accepting new clients. All good psychotherapy or counseling has certain things in common: supportive listening, empathic understanding, and unconditional positive regard. Additionally, if you choose to work with me, we will seek out and heal the painful or traumatic experiences you lived through while growing up. These experiences likely contributed significantly to what you are currently facing: depression, anxiety, anger, jealousy, sexual issues and addictions, and even simple procrastination. Of course, whatever crisis you are facing needs a lot of attention, but this crisis has a history that is relevant to healing.
These are the roots from which problems such as rage, anxiety, panic, addictions, and depression grow.
I am accepting new clients. All good psychotherapy or counseling has certain things in common: supportive listening, empathic understanding, and unconditional positive regard. Additionally, if you choose to work with me, we will seek out and heal the painful or traumatic experiences you lived through while growing up. These experiences likely contributed significantly to what you are currently facing: depression, anxiety, anger, jealousy, sexual issues and addictions, and even simple procrastination. Of course, whatever crisis you are facing needs a lot of attention, but this crisis has a history that is relevant to healing.
(702) 723-6986 View (702) 723-6986
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Thomas A. Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Las Vegas, NV 89113  (Online Only)
I have extensive experience in: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, bipolar, schizophrenia, active duty/veterans/families, work stress, death of loved ones, thoughts of suicide and difficulties with drugs and alcohol.
It can be difficult searching for a therapist you feel comfortable enough with so that you can finally get through painful and sensitive issues, I know, I've been there. That's why my number one goal is to build a trusting therapeutic relationship with you as the client.
I have extensive experience in: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, bipolar, schizophrenia, active duty/veterans/families, work stress, death of loved ones, thoughts of suicide and difficulties with drugs and alcohol.
It can be difficult searching for a therapist you feel comfortable enough with so that you can finally get through painful and sensitive issues, I know, I've been there. That's why my number one goal is to build a trusting therapeutic relationship with you as the client.
(702) 766-9450 View (702) 766-9450
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The Healing Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Las Vegas, NV 89121
We are experienced in working with Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression.
At The Healing Center, we believe life is a journey with individual challenges and opportunities. Our counselors specialize in treating PTSD, depression, grief, loss, anxiety, panic, compulsive behaviors/ thoughts, and much more. We all need help along the way from different people around us. Our counselors are passionate about listening to you and assisting you on your journey to emotional health, personal growth, and discovering your potential. We have both Spanish-speaking and Mandarin-speaking therapists.
We are experienced in working with Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression.
At The Healing Center, we believe life is a journey with individual challenges and opportunities. Our counselors specialize in treating PTSD, depression, grief, loss, anxiety, panic, compulsive behaviors/ thoughts, and much more. We all need help along the way from different people around us. Our counselors are passionate about listening to you and assisting you on your journey to emotional health, personal growth, and discovering your potential. We have both Spanish-speaking and Mandarin-speaking therapists.
(702) 930-3849 View (702) 930-3849
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Stephanie Henschen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89146
I have several years combined experience and specialize in working with couples, adolescents and adults with a variety of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression and trauma.
No one should walk through their healing journey alone and everyone has meaning and purpose in life. I will help you to create the life that you want by providing you with the skills to overcome past hurts and embrace your future to live your best life. My therapeutic approach is client-centered and my communication style is to combine support and compassion with honest feedback to help you achieve personal success. I work with adults and mature adolescents who are truly ready to invest in their healing. Living presently and without stress, fear, guilt, and worry is absolutely possible.
I have several years combined experience and specialize in working with couples, adolescents and adults with a variety of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression and trauma.
No one should walk through their healing journey alone and everyone has meaning and purpose in life. I will help you to create the life that you want by providing you with the skills to overcome past hurts and embrace your future to live your best life. My therapeutic approach is client-centered and my communication style is to combine support and compassion with honest feedback to help you achieve personal success. I work with adults and mature adolescents who are truly ready to invest in their healing. Living presently and without stress, fear, guilt, and worry is absolutely possible.
(702) 827-4696 View (702) 827-4696
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Lynda Mari
Counselor, MS, LCPC, CPC
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89117
I work collaboratively with my clients to address symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive thoughts and maladaptive behaviors. Central to my work with clients is my dedication to creating a safe, non-judgmental space, and building a strong therapeutic relationship to effectively address presenting concerns. In addition, I work with a keen awareness of the interconnection between medical and mental health. I also work with clients who are going through major life changes, and are experiencing distress that comes with the challenges of making major adjustments.
I work collaboratively with my clients to address symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive thoughts and maladaptive behaviors. Central to my work with clients is my dedication to creating a safe, non-judgmental space, and building a strong therapeutic relationship to effectively address presenting concerns. In addition, I work with a keen awareness of the interconnection between medical and mental health. I also work with clients who are going through major life changes, and are experiencing distress that comes with the challenges of making major adjustments.
(702) 487-9318 View (702) 487-9318
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New Leaf Counseling
Counselor, MS, ACS, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Las Vegas, NV 89128
Depression, Anxiety, Aggression, PTSD, Social avoidance.
Now Accepting New Clients As a therapist, I work with clients from all walks of life, addressing a wide range of concerns that affect their mental and emotional well-being. My approach focuses on helping individuals shift their ways of thinking, learn new responses, and adopt healthy coping skills. This process empowers clients to feel more content and enables them to create the happy, stable, and uplifted life that is within their reach. I am proud to be LGBTQ+ allied, and my practice spans across diverse age groups, from children as young as ten years old to adolescents, teens, and adults.
Depression, Anxiety, Aggression, PTSD, Social avoidance.
Now Accepting New Clients As a therapist, I work with clients from all walks of life, addressing a wide range of concerns that affect their mental and emotional well-being. My approach focuses on helping individuals shift their ways of thinking, learn new responses, and adopt healthy coping skills. This process empowers clients to feel more content and enables them to create the happy, stable, and uplifted life that is within their reach. I am proud to be LGBTQ+ allied, and my practice spans across diverse age groups, from children as young as ten years old to adolescents, teens, and adults.
(702) 830-4576 View (702) 830-4576
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Christina Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89110  (Online Only)
I have experiencing working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those who have faced trauma, homelessness, prisoner re-entry, legal involvement, addiction, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
My name is Christina, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. My approach to therapy is client-centered, using therapeutic techniques and modalities tailored to meet your unique needs. My approach to therapy is to start with a thorough assessment and provide client-centered experience, meaning you're in control. We go at your pace, and my goal is for you to feel comfortable throughout the process. I enjoy working collaboratively to help you reach your treatment goals. I believe that finding balance in life begins with building self-esteem and practicing good self-care.
I have experiencing working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those who have faced trauma, homelessness, prisoner re-entry, legal involvement, addiction, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
My name is Christina, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. My approach to therapy is client-centered, using therapeutic techniques and modalities tailored to meet your unique needs. My approach to therapy is to start with a thorough assessment and provide client-centered experience, meaning you're in control. We go at your pace, and my goal is for you to feel comfortable throughout the process. I enjoy working collaboratively to help you reach your treatment goals. I believe that finding balance in life begins with building self-esteem and practicing good self-care.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Sherome Pullum
LPC Intern, CPC-I
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89123
I am here to make sure the process is as easy and successful as possible, even though I recognize that getting treatment for mental health issues can feel overwhelming. Stress, anxiety, depression, conflict resolution, addictive behaviors, family issues, trauma, personality disorders, and more are among the many issues I assist with.
I am here to make sure the process is as easy and successful as possible, even though I recognize that getting treatment for mental health issues can feel overwhelming. Stress, anxiety, depression, conflict resolution, addictive behaviors, family issues, trauma, personality disorders, and more are among the many issues I assist with.
(725) 257-9396 View (725) 257-9396
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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.