Depression Therapists in Brooklyn, NY
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AG Child & Adult Psychology
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
We are a group psychology practice specializing in evidence-based care for a wide range of emotional and behavior conditions at different stages of life. Our work with children and adolescents focuses on accurate identification of the issues facilitated by science-backed methods and engagement of families and parents for their valuable input and support. We also offer individual, couples, and family therapy for a variety of issues seen in adulthood – relationship issues,
depression
, anxiety, difficulty handling conflicts, parent-child issues and others.

Zan Jacobus Insight Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have a lot of experience with young adults who are suffering from anxiety and/or
depression
.
It is a privilege to be a therapist because patients entrust you with closely held and often pained parts of themselves, along with parts of themselves they are excited about and proud of. I see our work as the creation of a place where these different parts of the patient's self can come into the room and be acknowledged and recognized. Therapy is also a place where you, as the patient, can use my listening ear to help you withstand pain and anxiety. Please see my website: zanjacobusinsightpsychotherapy.com

Veronica Rivera-Gould
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, CACIII
Starting a counselling process can feel daunting. Your Journey begins with a single step which you have already made by reading this information. You may feel stuck with anxious and/or
depressed
feelings and would like to learn healthy ways to cope and move forward. Would you like to learn more positive ways of communicating with your child, partner, parent or family? Or perhaps you wish to have a deeper connection with your partner. You hold the key to make positive changes for a happier, satisfying and fulfilling life.

Brynley Lazar at Wicker Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Brynley has experience and interest in helping her clients heal fro anxiety,
depression
, grief, managing transitions, developing boundaries, and trauma.
Brynley believes the most important role of a therapist is as facilitator. In every interaction she is most concerned with creating a safe space that will allow insight to naturally arise as you walk your own individually tailored journey to healing and wellness. She believes the relationship between therapist and client is the most important ingredient in a successful treatment. Above all else, Brynley prioritizes connection, curiosity, communication, and empathy.
Not accepting new clients

Rebecca Erin Silverstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Rebecca is an experienced therapist with over 7 years of working with adults, families, and couples living with
depression
, anxiety, relationship issues, addiction and trauma. Rebecca's focus in therapy is making sure a safe space is created through trauma informed language and a completely nonjudgmental lense. She offers a holistic approach which prioritizes her client's needs and preferences. Rebecca implements effective evidence based models to instill self-understanding and exploration in therapy. She leans toward humanistic approaches, CBT, and DBT.

Maya Williamson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have supported clients around grief/loss, separation, relationship stressors, self-esteem, anxiety,
depression
, and PTSD.
The decision to begin therapy is a courageous one, whether you are looking for support during an especially stressful time or are interested in understanding deeply-rooted patterns that no longer serve you. I acknowledge this powerful step forward and pledge to work collaboratively with you to create a safe, gentle space that encourages you to feel grounded and connected to your authentic self.

Haley Kastner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress,
depression
, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
Brooklyn, NY 11201
& Online

Fayge Silverman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
I use somatic therapy and imagery in the context of traditional talk therapy to help people recover from trauma, attachment issues,
depression
, and anxiety; I also work with illness and chronic pain.
Most of the clients I see have a history of trauma—physical or sexual abuse, neglect, or developmental trauma, which is the residue of dysfunctional caregiving. I believe strongly that people are naturally inclined to heal; our bodies and minds lean toward wholeness, even if it often feels like we can’t get there. While we go on with our day-to-day lives, acting as though everything is okay, the parts of us that were hurt—most often young parts—are still waiting and hoping for some kind of resolution to their pain. In therapy we look for those parts and take care of them; we nurture them and help them heal.

Rachel Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling worried all the time? Do you feel hopeless or alone? We all experience difficulties in life, obstacles that hold us back from reaching our goals. Is work leaving you feeling so stressed you can't focus on anything else? Are family relationships difficult and emotionally draining? Is parenting becoming a struggle? Whether you suffer with anxiety,
depression
or relationship issues we can work together to figure out how to manage all these things and learn skills to help you cope.

Queen Ravenden
Art Therapist, R-DMT, LCAT
Verified
Verified
Greetings and peace to you, divine being. I am a black, caribbean american, creative arts therapist providing safe, affirming, uplifting, and holistic healing. My therapeutic style uses a strength-based approach while incorporating creative art therapy techniques and catering to the balance & overall wellbeing of the mind, body, & soul. I work with individuals to overcome low self-esteem, self-doubt, anxiety, past traumas, and
depression
using creative arts therapy.

Shella Eliacin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
Many people struggle to navigate life’s challenges. It is important that you feel supported while confronting these obstacles. In cultivating a supportive and therapeutic relationship, it is my goal to help you reach your goals. I have 10+ years’ experience psychotherapist working with teens and adults. I specialize in treating
depression
, anxiety, grief, trauma, conflict resolution, work stress and more. As a therapist, my approach is collaborative, trauma informed and integrative; incorporating evidence-based approaches including (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral, (DBT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy.

Julia K Deane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Julia Deane is a clinical social worker with over 9 years of experience working with children and adults. Much of her work has been with those experiencing social anxiety, separation anxiety, PTSD,
depression
, self-harm, substance abuse, domestic violence, body image issues, and issues of identity. Julia is training to become a somatic experiencing practitioner through Peter Levine's Somatic Experiencing International Institute. This modality helps people identify and discharge trauma in their bodies through psychotherapy.

Gentry Gibson
Counselor, LMHC, EdM, MA
Verified
Verified
My areas of focus include anxiety,
depression
, grief and loss, as well as career and personal development.
I provide counseling to adults to support attainment of therapy goals and ways to more effectively meet life’s challenges. My approach involves the discovery and exploration of patterns that have formed in your life unconsciously and the development of steps you may take to make them more conscious, healthy, and deliberate. I draw on your strengths and attributes as well as on a variety of evidence-based techniques, such as from cognitive behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and psychodynamic therapy, as appropriate to help you reach treatment goals.

Joy A Dryer
Psychologist, PhD, Mediate
Verified
Verified
Not sure where to start? Searching for the "right" words? Concerned about talking to a 'complete stranger' about your anxiety/
depression
, relationship/work struggles, AD[H]D/ creativity blocks? Sure I "know" about people's struggles, individually & as couples -- and how to overcome these-- as well as different approaches to therapy. I have listened to & helped many folks over 35 years as a NYState Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Certified Adult Psychoanalyst. In addition, I have been an Adjunct Associate Professor (at NYU, Brooklyn College, & several NYC psychoanalytic institutes); I was in my own analysis; & I continue to supervise less experienced clinicians.

Brooke Hatfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
*I am unable to take on new clients at this time. Reach out to be added to waitlist* As a licensed psychotherapist I provide individual psychotherapy to adult and adolescent clients. I aim to create a warm, non-judgmental and collaborative space where clients can safely explore and process their emotions. My clinical focus has been around treating anxiety,
depression
, self-esteem, trauma and women's issues. Working from a psychodynamic lens, I use self-compassion, mindfulness and inner child work and interventions to aid clients in healing inner wounds, working towards fostering internal self-worth and radical self-acceptance.
Waitlist for new clients

Atiba Okera McLean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
In my clinical experience, I have addressed a variety of issues stemming from abuse, abandonment,
depression
, trauma, various forms of stigma, oppression, identity and other issues.
My ideal client is the individual who can acknowledge that they need help and is willing to challenge themselves. I am not a magician; I am just a therapist who is willing to go as far as you can. I am presently growing my practice and I have a group of clinicians who work with me. They are just as qualified and are committed to providing you with the services you need. If we are unable to assist you, we will not hesitate to make a necessary referral. Either way, we strive to be judgment-free.

Edward Nepo
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed Psychotherapist who works with adolescents and adults with an over 12 years of experience in the field of Behavioral Health and Social Services. I have an extensive experience treating people with anxiety, trauma,
depression
, substance misuse, and general mental health struggles as well as those needing guidance in other challenges. My goal is to provide a safe and healing environment where I guides people toward becoming their best authentic selves.

Elizabeth J Goodman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have been working for over twenty years with people facing a wide variety of life situations, including issues related to anxiety,
depression
, parenting, life transitions, relationships, health, trauma, employment, education, and identity.
People come to therapy for a variety of reasons. Sometimes you feel stuck, overwhelmed, consumed with struggles. Other times, you need extra support and the space to be heard. Therapy is a place where you can gain curiosity and skills, make meaning and ultimately feel relief. In my practice, I collaborate with patients to create a space where you are respected, listened to and encouraged. Our work will allow you to gain insight and increase motivation towards living a happier and more fulfilling life. I tailor each treatment to fit individual needs and work together towards positive change.

Jesse Sarlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work with my patients to understand their full self, honest emotions, and how to live in accordance with what they may need to thrive. I work dynamically on various goals and issues, such as developing healthy relationships, breaking unhealthy work patterns, addressing complicated family dynamics, and improving honest and effective communication. With compassionate listening and understanding I help my patients develop ways to manage and treat distressing challenges such as anxiety,
depression
, grief and trauma. I work to cultivate a space that is warm and empathetic, where my patients can feel safe, respected, and heard.

Hannah Sherman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I believe that a trusting and engaged relationship between the therapist and client provides a safe space for exploration and change. I am genuine and warm, offering trauma-informed psychotherapy to children, teenagers and adults with a strong emphasis on an integrative approach towards wellbeing, fostering healing and growth through both the mind and body. I specialize in trauma recovery, identity issues, anxiety, and
depression
. I work to empower individuals and families to identify and utilize their inherent strengths to navigate obstacles and interpersonal challenges.
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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.