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Rob Deckert
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Ironton, OH 45638
I have experience working with clients who are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions and many other issues.
Making the decision to look for counseling is a big one and finding the right fit for who you are and what you need is critical. I have been working with a variety of clients since 2004 and am committed to helping my clients find the hope and healing they are looking for. I have experience working with both individuals and couples and find that partnering with my clients is the best way to make a long lasting change in their lives. I am so glad you have decided to make the choice to look for help and I hope to be able to work with you on your path.
I have experience working with clients who are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions and many other issues.
Making the decision to look for counseling is a big one and finding the right fit for who you are and what you need is critical. I have been working with a variety of clients since 2004 and am committed to helping my clients find the hope and healing they are looking for. I have experience working with both individuals and couples and find that partnering with my clients is the best way to make a long lasting change in their lives. I am so glad you have decided to make the choice to look for help and I hope to be able to work with you on your path.
(740) 685-4664 View (740) 685-4664
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Kim Whitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South Point, OH 45680  (Online Only)
My focus is to help individuals heal, take action in their lives, and become aware of their inner strengths. This is achieved by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan together. My approach is ideal for those suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, chronic pain, and highly sensitive people.
My focus is to help individuals heal, take action in their lives, and become aware of their inner strengths. This is achieved by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan together. My approach is ideal for those suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, chronic pain, and highly sensitive people.
(513) 506-0182 View (513) 506-0182
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Shawna Bumgardner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
South Point, OH 45680
I have received advanced certification in Accelerated Resolution Therapy, a specialized trauma therapy for helping clients who suffer from PTSD, anxiety, depression, and OCD.
Do you feel like no one sees you or your pain? Do you feel misunderstood and alone in your thoughts? Are you navigating through life holding on to emotional pain and circumstances that leave you feeling alone or out of control? Living with all of these thoughts, feelings and emotions can be overwhelming to our daily routine and function and just having another person to walk this journey of life can create healing and new perspective.
I have received advanced certification in Accelerated Resolution Therapy, a specialized trauma therapy for helping clients who suffer from PTSD, anxiety, depression, and OCD.
Do you feel like no one sees you or your pain? Do you feel misunderstood and alone in your thoughts? Are you navigating through life holding on to emotional pain and circumstances that leave you feeling alone or out of control? Living with all of these thoughts, feelings and emotions can be overwhelming to our daily routine and function and just having another person to walk this journey of life can create healing and new perspective.
(304) 381-1790 View (304) 381-1790
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Steven T Tackett
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ironton, OH 45638
As therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. We look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
As therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. We look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
(606) 263-1490 View (606) 263-1490
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Jami Munn
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, LICDC
Verified Verified
Ironton, OH 45638
Not accepting new clients
Are you wanting to increase happiness and overall satisfaction with your life? Would you like to work towards gaining control of your thoughts, feelings, and actions? Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-worth, addiction, trauma, or just simply feeling overwhelmed with life, these are goals that you can reach.
Are you wanting to increase happiness and overall satisfaction with your life? Would you like to work towards gaining control of your thoughts, feelings, and actions? Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-worth, addiction, trauma, or just simply feeling overwhelmed with life, these are goals that you can reach.
(740) 200-8028 View (740) 200-8028
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Kristi J. Reeves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Point, OH 45680
Not accepting new clients
At Balanced Life Counseling, I know that when things are out of balance, life can leave you feeling depressed, anxious, and overwhelmed. I'm a great listener, but with that said, my approach to counseling is active and highly individualized. I will often weave together different modalities like DBT, CBT, Schema Therapy, and art to be responsive to what is revealed from the unconscious and help you bring it to light. If you're a seeker, whatever the struggles you are facing that have led you to search for help, I'm glad you're reaching out!
At Balanced Life Counseling, I know that when things are out of balance, life can leave you feeling depressed, anxious, and overwhelmed. I'm a great listener, but with that said, my approach to counseling is active and highly individualized. I will often weave together different modalities like DBT, CBT, Schema Therapy, and art to be responsive to what is revealed from the unconscious and help you bring it to light. If you're a seeker, whatever the struggles you are facing that have led you to search for help, I'm glad you're reaching out!
(740) 276-3392 View (740) 276-3392

Online Therapists

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Liberty Counseling & Consultation LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, LICDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
Our therapists work with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, major life change adjustment issues, substance abuse, grief, loneliness and more.
There are times in all of our lives when we feel stuck. It is during these difficult times that we need a listening ear, a caring heart, someone with compassion and skill that will assist us in overcoming our challenges so we can get on with our lives. At Liberty Counseling & Consultation, it is our greatest reward to assist you in this process. We provide a nurturing, non-judgmental environment in which you can feel safe to share the matters of your heart.
Our therapists work with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, major life change adjustment issues, substance abuse, grief, loneliness and more.
There are times in all of our lives when we feel stuck. It is during these difficult times that we need a listening ear, a caring heart, someone with compassion and skill that will assist us in overcoming our challenges so we can get on with our lives. At Liberty Counseling & Consultation, it is our greatest reward to assist you in this process. We provide a nurturing, non-judgmental environment in which you can feel safe to share the matters of your heart.
(220) 766-4165 View (220) 766-4165
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Caterina Hutchison
LISW
Verified Verified
Lancaster, OH 43130
Hello. My name is Caterina Hutchison. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker and have been practicing in the social work field for 20 years. I have worked with many populations, including children, adults, and older adults who have been diagnosed with anxiety, phobias, depression, personality disorders, PTSD, and bipolar disorders. I utilize several counseling techniques, including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, SFBT, and Supportive therapies during treatments with my clients. I have always been dedicated to helping others and will continue down this path until the end of my career.
Hello. My name is Caterina Hutchison. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker and have been practicing in the social work field for 20 years. I have worked with many populations, including children, adults, and older adults who have been diagnosed with anxiety, phobias, depression, personality disorders, PTSD, and bipolar disorders. I utilize several counseling techniques, including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, SFBT, and Supportive therapies during treatments with my clients. I have always been dedicated to helping others and will continue down this path until the end of my career.
(513) 643-5801 View (513) 643-5801
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Kelslan Scarbrough
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LMHC, RDT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43206  (Online Only)
As a licensed counselor in Ohio (LPCC) and the state of Washington (LMHC), I view each individual as the expert of their experience, and foster a therapeutic space where unique strengths are celebrated and employed to create meaningful change. My education and experience provide me the opportunity to work with a variety of clinical concerns, including relational distress, depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions and personal wellness, among others. My approach to counseling is client-centered and eclectic in nature. I draw upon narrative, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), strength-based and evidenced-based modalities
As a licensed counselor in Ohio (LPCC) and the state of Washington (LMHC), I view each individual as the expert of their experience, and foster a therapeutic space where unique strengths are celebrated and employed to create meaningful change. My education and experience provide me the opportunity to work with a variety of clinical concerns, including relational distress, depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions and personal wellness, among others. My approach to counseling is client-centered and eclectic in nature. I draw upon narrative, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), strength-based and evidenced-based modalities
(206) 203-5279 View (206) 203-5279
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Mindful Healing & Behavioral Solutions, LLC
Counselor, LPCC, NCC, LICDC
Verified Verified
Washington Court House, OH 43160
Depression and Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar, Disruptive, Impulse-Control, and Conduct Disorders, Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders, and Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders.
I offer therapy for children, adolescent teens, and adults who suffer from a manifestation of psychological issues. These issues may include anxiety, depression, PTSD, personality disorders, disruptive, impulse-control, conduct disorders, and substance abuse issues. Psychological issues are difficult for individuals to surmount independently; therefore, with education and specialized therapy services, these individuals can not only learn how to develop coping mechanisms, but learn how to implement them. The Cognitive Behavioral Theory Approach is implemented with clients because it focuses on how an individual thinks can change feelings, behaviors, and distorted thinking patterns. The Client Centered and Existential Theory Approach are also implemented in therapy.
Depression and Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar, Disruptive, Impulse-Control, and Conduct Disorders, Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders, and Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders.
I offer therapy for children, adolescent teens, and adults who suffer from a manifestation of psychological issues. These issues may include anxiety, depression, PTSD, personality disorders, disruptive, impulse-control, conduct disorders, and substance abuse issues. Psychological issues are difficult for individuals to surmount independently; therefore, with education and specialized therapy services, these individuals can not only learn how to develop coping mechanisms, but learn how to implement them. The Cognitive Behavioral Theory Approach is implemented with clients because it focuses on how an individual thinks can change feelings, behaviors, and distorted thinking patterns. The Client Centered and Existential Theory Approach are also implemented in therapy.
(614) 845-6405 View (614) 845-6405
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Bailey Curnutte
LSW , CLC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Orient, OH 43146  (Online Only)
Bailey Curnutte is a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Ohio and a certified Life Coach. Beginning the journey to self-healing and self-discovery through counseling can be scary, and Bailey believes in creating a supportive, empathetic environment that allows clients to begin this journey. She believes in taking a holistic approach and working with each client on an individual level, focusing on their specific needs, wants, and goals. Bailey specializes in treating individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, anger management, parenting, and relationship issues.
Bailey Curnutte is a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Ohio and a certified Life Coach. Beginning the journey to self-healing and self-discovery through counseling can be scary, and Bailey believes in creating a supportive, empathetic environment that allows clients to begin this journey. She believes in taking a holistic approach and working with each client on an individual level, focusing on their specific needs, wants, and goals. Bailey specializes in treating individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, anger management, parenting, and relationship issues.
(614) 470-2608 View (614) 470-2608
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Ohio University Psychology and Social Work Clinic
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Athens, OH 45701
Waitlist for new clients
The PSWC offers weekly individual therapy for a broad range of behavioral health concerns and life stressors including depression, anxiety, phobias, disordered eating, trauma, OCD, chronic pain, personality disorders, self-harm, school refusal, poor sleep, bereavement, adjustment issues, ADHD, child conduct problems, and more.
The Ohio University Psychology and Social Work Clinic (PSWC) is here to help with comprehensive assessment and therapy services. The PSWC is a supportive, affirming outpatient mental health clinic that is primarily staffed by doctoral student therapists of the OU Clinical Psychology program under the supervision of licensed psychologists. We offer evidence-based outpatient individual, family, and group therapy. In addition, the PSWC is able to provide comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessments for concerns such ADHD, learning disabilities, dementia, and more.
The PSWC offers weekly individual therapy for a broad range of behavioral health concerns and life stressors including depression, anxiety, phobias, disordered eating, trauma, OCD, chronic pain, personality disorders, self-harm, school refusal, poor sleep, bereavement, adjustment issues, ADHD, child conduct problems, and more.
The Ohio University Psychology and Social Work Clinic (PSWC) is here to help with comprehensive assessment and therapy services. The PSWC is a supportive, affirming outpatient mental health clinic that is primarily staffed by doctoral student therapists of the OU Clinical Psychology program under the supervision of licensed psychologists. We offer evidence-based outpatient individual, family, and group therapy. In addition, the PSWC is able to provide comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessments for concerns such ADHD, learning disabilities, dementia, and more.
(740) 276-2811 View (740) 276-2811
David Jennings
Counselor, LPCC, LICDC, CEAP
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45255
As a Premier Counseling and Coaching Services Provider, I am passionate about providing counseling services to clientele. Through our diverse journey in life there are stories related to managing daily living situations and events. Stress may occur around individuals, couples, families, addiction, health, work or school situations. These stressors can come in all directions which has a ripple effect on daily life functions and emotional well being. Confidential Counseling with a Professional Clinical Counselor can help reduce stress, anxiety, depression and enhance coping skills and strengthen relationships.
As a Premier Counseling and Coaching Services Provider, I am passionate about providing counseling services to clientele. Through our diverse journey in life there are stories related to managing daily living situations and events. Stress may occur around individuals, couples, families, addiction, health, work or school situations. These stressors can come in all directions which has a ripple effect on daily life functions and emotional well being. Confidential Counseling with a Professional Clinical Counselor can help reduce stress, anxiety, depression and enhance coping skills and strengthen relationships.
(513) 657-1710 View (513) 657-1710
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Mary M Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Chillicothe, OH 45601
I'm a dedicated mental health professional with a deep passion for guiding individuals on their journey to emotional well-being and resilience. My approach integrates a variety of evidence-based therapy techniques, tailored to each individual's unique needs. My expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of mental health areas, including couples therapy, managing depression and anxiety, trauma healing, navigating grief, end-of-life dilemmas, and providing support for persons of faith seeking therapy.
I'm a dedicated mental health professional with a deep passion for guiding individuals on their journey to emotional well-being and resilience. My approach integrates a variety of evidence-based therapy techniques, tailored to each individual's unique needs. My expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of mental health areas, including couples therapy, managing depression and anxiety, trauma healing, navigating grief, end-of-life dilemmas, and providing support for persons of faith seeking therapy.
(740) 508-5857 View (740) 508-5857
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Shadeja A. Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, CTP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43205  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker and a Certified Trauma and Resilience Practitioner. I believe that everyone has strengths within them that can help them bounce back from stress. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, anger, stress management, and parenting concerns. My goal is to help my clients experience joy and purpose by exploring and using their strengths to create solutions for the problems they are facing. I help my clients by utilizing several treatment approaches such as CBT, DBT, Mindfulness and Body Awareness, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and EMDR Therapy.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and a Certified Trauma and Resilience Practitioner. I believe that everyone has strengths within them that can help them bounce back from stress. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, anger, stress management, and parenting concerns. My goal is to help my clients experience joy and purpose by exploring and using their strengths to create solutions for the problems they are facing. I help my clients by utilizing several treatment approaches such as CBT, DBT, Mindfulness and Body Awareness, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and EMDR Therapy.
(380) 800-5795 View (380) 800-5795
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Priscilla A White
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43206
I know personally how the demands of life can be overwhelming - mentally, physically, and spiritually. Despite my own emotionally-devasting life experiences, I have overcome. I can now use those experiences to connect with, engage, and counsel others to overcome. Through it all I have a passion for “helping hurting people heal.” I have experience with counseling couples and individuals with depression and anxiety, panic attacks and panic disorder, anger management, trauma and PTSD. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
I know personally how the demands of life can be overwhelming - mentally, physically, and spiritually. Despite my own emotionally-devasting life experiences, I have overcome. I can now use those experiences to connect with, engage, and counsel others to overcome. Through it all I have a passion for “helping hurting people heal.” I have experience with counseling couples and individuals with depression and anxiety, panic attacks and panic disorder, anger management, trauma and PTSD. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
(614) 368-0190 View (614) 368-0190
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Eleanor Milliser
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215  (Online Only)
I work with individuals, couples, and families facing a variety of concerns including relational distress/conflict, infidelity, parenting concerns, communication challenges, anxiety, depression, and coping with life stressors.
I work with individuals, couples, and families facing a variety of concerns including relational distress/conflict, infidelity, parenting concerns, communication challenges, anxiety, depression, and coping with life stressors.
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Bill DeFelice
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Athens, OH 45701  (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Bill DeFelice and I'm excited to meet with you! Together we'll start your process of working on your goals and taking steps to feel more like yourself. My ideal client is willing to work harder than I will in treatment to make his/her situation improve. Their issue is a combination of things or something alone. This would fall under depression, bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, or ADHD. They want to get back to a minimun level of normalcy in their life. I provide assistance through teaching and direction along with support. I don't believe in the phrase "I can help you."
Hello, I'm Bill DeFelice and I'm excited to meet with you! Together we'll start your process of working on your goals and taking steps to feel more like yourself. My ideal client is willing to work harder than I will in treatment to make his/her situation improve. Their issue is a combination of things or something alone. This would fall under depression, bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, or ADHD. They want to get back to a minimun level of normalcy in their life. I provide assistance through teaching and direction along with support. I don't believe in the phrase "I can help you."
(740) 561-0843 View (740) 561-0843
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M Suzanne Carter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45255
Are you finding yourself having work conflicts ? What about frequent arguments with your partner? Feeling keyed up and stressed out and finding it more difficult to communicate with others so you shut down and avoid interactions. Interpersonal effectiveness skills are important to learn and master. Life transitions are also difficult changing jobs, divorce, retirement all can be difficult to navigate. All of these situations can lead to anxiety , depression, feelings that seem overwhelming.
Are you finding yourself having work conflicts ? What about frequent arguments with your partner? Feeling keyed up and stressed out and finding it more difficult to communicate with others so you shut down and avoid interactions. Interpersonal effectiveness skills are important to learn and master. Life transitions are also difficult changing jobs, divorce, retirement all can be difficult to navigate. All of these situations can lead to anxiety , depression, feelings that seem overwhelming.
(513) 780-5502 View (513) 780-5502
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Victory Mental Health Services of Columbus
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43206
Life’s unexpected events and challenges can be over-whelming, causing periods of sadness, depression, anxiety, anger and even grief.
How many times in life do you put off doing what you want or need? Sometimes your own fears might get in the way. Other times, you might fear what your friends, family or community will think or say. When it comes to your health, you are what matters. If you are experiencing mood changes, feelings of sadness, isolation, fear or anger and want to find the source of these emotions, schedule an appointment today. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not a weakness. Confidential services are available for children and adults.
Life’s unexpected events and challenges can be over-whelming, causing periods of sadness, depression, anxiety, anger and even grief.
How many times in life do you put off doing what you want or need? Sometimes your own fears might get in the way. Other times, you might fear what your friends, family or community will think or say. When it comes to your health, you are what matters. If you are experiencing mood changes, feelings of sadness, isolation, fear or anger and want to find the source of these emotions, schedule an appointment today. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not a weakness. Confidential services are available for children and adults.
(614) 858-8315 View (614) 858-8315
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.