Depression Therapists in Houston, TX

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David Ventimiglia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in treating young adults through seniors facing Men's and Young Adult Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Relationship issues, and coping with life changes.
Sometimes the hardest step is the first step. I look forward to working together to create a safe environment which will allow a meaningful exploration of your thoughts and feelings, to build trust and confidence in reaching your goals and make life-long changes.
I specialize in treating young adults through seniors facing Men's and Young Adult Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Relationship issues, and coping with life changes.
Sometimes the hardest step is the first step. I look forward to working together to create a safe environment which will allow a meaningful exploration of your thoughts and feelings, to build trust and confidence in reaching your goals and make life-long changes.
(832) 895-8027 View (832) 895-8027
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Tara Mukoro
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I am a generalist with an area of focus that includes and is not limited to clients addressing anxiety, depression, and trauma in addition to other difficulties in life.
I work with an age range from seven years old and up. I am a generalist with experience in treating a variety of conditions including anxiety, depression, trauma, couples counseling, family counseling, college and career development, etc.
I am a generalist with an area of focus that includes and is not limited to clients addressing anxiety, depression, and trauma in addition to other difficulties in life.
I work with an age range from seven years old and up. I am a generalist with experience in treating a variety of conditions including anxiety, depression, trauma, couples counseling, family counseling, college and career development, etc.
(346) 550-7151 View (346) 550-7151
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Larica Lynn Urbina
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Houston, TX 77073
Whether it’s relationship issues, family conflict, depression, personal growth, anxiety, or doubt.
Without a doubt, I get it. You’ve been feeling like there are dark storm clouds following you around every single day. You try to make decisions, or start that project you've been meaning to start, but you never do. You need to function in life, but you can't figure out how. You're dealing with so much, and nobody understands you. Together we can slowly tackle your troubles head on. At your pace we will pin point a goal and solution that suites you. I will hold you accountable to make beneficial changes. Guess what? There is hope and you are not a failure. With each small yet mighty steps you will began to live the life you deserve.
Whether it’s relationship issues, family conflict, depression, personal growth, anxiety, or doubt.
Without a doubt, I get it. You’ve been feeling like there are dark storm clouds following you around every single day. You try to make decisions, or start that project you've been meaning to start, but you never do. You need to function in life, but you can't figure out how. You're dealing with so much, and nobody understands you. Together we can slowly tackle your troubles head on. At your pace we will pin point a goal and solution that suites you. I will hold you accountable to make beneficial changes. Guess what? There is hope and you are not a failure. With each small yet mighty steps you will began to live the life you deserve.
(346) 536-8205 View (346) 536-8205
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Carlos Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Some of my most successful clients overcame challenges including Insomnia, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Major Depression, Parenting Problems, Career Challenges, and Disability issues.
My approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy. We will tailor our sessions to meet your specific needs.
Some of my most successful clients overcame challenges including Insomnia, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Major Depression, Parenting Problems, Career Challenges, and Disability issues.
My approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy. We will tailor our sessions to meet your specific needs.
(346) 608-8524 View (346) 608-8524
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Naomi Madell-Hernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT-S, RPT-S
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
I specialize in a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, such as school problems, parent-child relational issues, abuse, divorce, depression, anxiety, relational issues, postpartum depression, grief, and trauma.
I have training and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Triple P Parenting, Parent Child Interactive Therapy, Family Therapy, and Play Therapy.
I specialize in a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, such as school problems, parent-child relational issues, abuse, divorce, depression, anxiety, relational issues, postpartum depression, grief, and trauma.
I have training and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Triple P Parenting, Parent Child Interactive Therapy, Family Therapy, and Play Therapy.
(281) 519-6656 View (281) 519-6656
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Kate Wojcik
Psychologist, PhD
Houston, TX 77035
I provide evidence-based cognitive behavior therapy and third-wave behavioral approaches (ACT and DBT) for a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, and trauma; however, I have specialized training treating trauma and PTSD with Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure therapy and OCD with Exposure and Response Prevention.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the reduction of stress and difficult emotions, development of healthy habits, and setting healthy boundaries. I have been a therapist since 2016 and became fully licensed as a psychologist in 2022. I strive to meet clients where they are at and form a collaborative approach to therapy. During our first meeting we will identify your goals for therapy and determine the best way to start tacking them. This will include developing a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs that allows us to address and reduce concerns that are interfering in your daily life.
I provide evidence-based cognitive behavior therapy and third-wave behavioral approaches (ACT and DBT) for a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, and trauma; however, I have specialized training treating trauma and PTSD with Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure therapy and OCD with Exposure and Response Prevention.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the reduction of stress and difficult emotions, development of healthy habits, and setting healthy boundaries. I have been a therapist since 2016 and became fully licensed as a psychologist in 2022. I strive to meet clients where they are at and form a collaborative approach to therapy. During our first meeting we will identify your goals for therapy and determine the best way to start tacking them. This will include developing a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs that allows us to address and reduce concerns that are interfering in your daily life.
(346) 791-2469 View (346) 791-2469
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AJ Huynh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
5 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77066
I specialize in Anxiety/ Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, and Addiction; my process-based approach is adaptable to various other mental disorders.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with uncomfortable thoughts and feelings? I offer a specialized approach that focuses on helping clients develop psychological flexibility. Rather than trying to eliminate or suppress unwanted thoughts and emotions, we work together to accept them as a natural part of being human. I help my clients understand that struggling against their feelings can often intensify their distress. We will explore ways to be present with these emotions and thoughts without letting them dictate their actions. My primary goal is to guide clients in answering this question: "What do you want your life to stand for?"
I specialize in Anxiety/ Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, and Addiction; my process-based approach is adaptable to various other mental disorders.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with uncomfortable thoughts and feelings? I offer a specialized approach that focuses on helping clients develop psychological flexibility. Rather than trying to eliminate or suppress unwanted thoughts and emotions, we work together to accept them as a natural part of being human. I help my clients understand that struggling against their feelings can often intensify their distress. We will explore ways to be present with these emotions and thoughts without letting them dictate their actions. My primary goal is to guide clients in answering this question: "What do you want your life to stand for?"
(346) 522-3126 View (346) 522-3126
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Carol Burnett-Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I have experience working with people who have anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I attempt to provide my clients with an open environment for growth and healing. My journey to becoming a therapist starts with working with children. I love helping people improve their quality of life.
I have experience working with people who have anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I attempt to provide my clients with an open environment for growth and healing. My journey to becoming a therapist starts with working with children. I love helping people improve their quality of life.
(346) 512-4081 View (346) 512-4081
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Monica Stiles
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LPC-A
Houston, TX 77095
I have experience working with individuals experiencing ADHD, Autism, Intellectual Disability, Depression, Anxiety, and other various mental health concerns.
I believe a collection of experiences throughout my life has led me to my calling of becoming a counselor and mental health advocate. I truly believe mental health is equally as important as physical health. I tailor my approach to the unique needs of my clients by utilizing an integrated approach combined with evidence based theories and interventions.
I have experience working with individuals experiencing ADHD, Autism, Intellectual Disability, Depression, Anxiety, and other various mental health concerns.
I believe a collection of experiences throughout my life has led me to my calling of becoming a counselor and mental health advocate. I truly believe mental health is equally as important as physical health. I tailor my approach to the unique needs of my clients by utilizing an integrated approach combined with evidence based theories and interventions.
(346) 788-5617 View (346) 788-5617
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Nancy Keller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I am a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate challenges in their lives such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions, & recovering from narcissistic abuse.
My approach to therapy is both personalized & collaborative, drawing from models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, & Motivational Interviewing. I aim to create a safe environment where we can work together to identify and change negative thought & behavior patterns, learn to regulate emotions.
I am a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate challenges in their lives such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions, & recovering from narcissistic abuse.
My approach to therapy is both personalized & collaborative, drawing from models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, & Motivational Interviewing. I aim to create a safe environment where we can work together to identify and change negative thought & behavior patterns, learn to regulate emotions.
(346) 597-4454 View (346) 597-4454
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Authur Carr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
With over 10 years of experience, I have supported clients diagnosed with major depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other trauma-related emotional dysregulation.
I am currently licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) in the state of Texas. Additionally, I hold LPC licensure in both Louisiana and Wisconsin. My approach to therapy is eclectic, as I draw from various modalities to best meet the unique needs of each individual or couple I work with. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, so I strive to stay up-to-date on the most effective methods while maintaining competence in well-established, proven techniques.
With over 10 years of experience, I have supported clients diagnosed with major depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other trauma-related emotional dysregulation.
I am currently licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) in the state of Texas. Additionally, I hold LPC licensure in both Louisiana and Wisconsin. My approach to therapy is eclectic, as I draw from various modalities to best meet the unique needs of each individual or couple I work with. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, so I strive to stay up-to-date on the most effective methods while maintaining competence in well-established, proven techniques.
(281) 377-8249 View (281) 377-8249
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Yvonne Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
With experience as a human being, mother (many hats worn here), individual therapist, school counselor, EAP crisis counselor, and IOP group facilitator, I specialize in supporting adults with self-confidence, emotional regulation, anxiety, and depression.
I help clients reach their goals by creating a space where they feel safe, seen, and supported. My approach is person-centered, strength-based, and culturally attuned because I believe healing should reflect your unique story and identity. Together, we explore your patterns, tap into your resilience, and move with intention toward the life you deserve.
With experience as a human being, mother (many hats worn here), individual therapist, school counselor, EAP crisis counselor, and IOP group facilitator, I specialize in supporting adults with self-confidence, emotional regulation, anxiety, and depression.
I help clients reach their goals by creating a space where they feel safe, seen, and supported. My approach is person-centered, strength-based, and culturally attuned because I believe healing should reflect your unique story and identity. Together, we explore your patterns, tap into your resilience, and move with intention toward the life you deserve.
(832) 734-5798 View (832) 734-5798
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Capstone Connect,PLLC Counseling & Trauma Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Houston, TX 77027
Additionally, I provide support to individuals who have undergone trauma, are grappling with depression and/or anxiety, as well as those navigating life transitions.
Welcome! I am Haley Calhoun-Davis, licensed therapist at Capstone Connect, PLLC. Choosing a therapist can be difficult. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space that facilitates the exploration and resolution of my clients concerns while ensuring they feel supported and well informed throughout the therapeutic process.
Additionally, I provide support to individuals who have undergone trauma, are grappling with depression and/or anxiety, as well as those navigating life transitions.
Welcome! I am Haley Calhoun-Davis, licensed therapist at Capstone Connect, PLLC. Choosing a therapist can be difficult. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space that facilitates the exploration and resolution of my clients concerns while ensuring they feel supported and well informed throughout the therapeutic process.
(832) 924-3776 View (832) 924-3776
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Natalie P. Mica
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, CDWF
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006
Or you’re depressed and disconnected from yourself and others or angry and out of control, numbing to get by.
By listening to your symptoms and challenges, we will reclaim your gifts and strengths and find new ways to cope with life experiences. You will move beyond being a victim of your life and emerge as yourself in a way that is not easily lost so you can live with connection, courage, compassion, and authenticity with yourself and others.
Or you’re depressed and disconnected from yourself and others or angry and out of control, numbing to get by.
By listening to your symptoms and challenges, we will reclaim your gifts and strengths and find new ways to cope with life experiences. You will move beyond being a victim of your life and emerge as yourself in a way that is not easily lost so you can live with connection, courage, compassion, and authenticity with yourself and others.
(832) 304-2149 View (832) 304-2149
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Ruby Ruiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I have spent the majority of my career working in the non-profit sector, with a primary focus on supporting clients who struggle with PTSD, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, grief and loss, and family conflict.
Hello, My name is Ruby Ruiz. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over a decade of experience providing mental health services to individuals and families. I am committed to helping clients navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and work toward emotional well-being.
I have spent the majority of my career working in the non-profit sector, with a primary focus on supporting clients who struggle with PTSD, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, grief and loss, and family conflict.
Hello, My name is Ruby Ruiz. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over a decade of experience providing mental health services to individuals and families. I am committed to helping clients navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and work toward emotional well-being.
(832) 539-7481 View (832) 539-7481
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Ashley Hughes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Ashley specializes in treating narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, trauma, anxiety, and depression, working with adults from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Ashley D. Hughes, LPC, A Therapist That Cares! Greetings! Ashley is no stranger to life’s struggles; she has had her fair share of trials and tribulations from surviving divorce, domestic/narcissistic abuse, loss of a parent, late in-life career transition, and fertility issues. Using her life experiences and professional knowledge, Ashley aspires to help clients overcome life’s challenges and adversities. Ashley is trained as a Certified Trauma Professional (CPT), Certified Anxiety Informed Professional (CAIP), Certified Grief Informed Professional (CGP), and a Certified Clinical Trauma & Resilience Practitioner (CCTRP).
Ashley specializes in treating narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, trauma, anxiety, and depression, working with adults from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Ashley D. Hughes, LPC, A Therapist That Cares! Greetings! Ashley is no stranger to life’s struggles; she has had her fair share of trials and tribulations from surviving divorce, domestic/narcissistic abuse, loss of a parent, late in-life career transition, and fertility issues. Using her life experiences and professional knowledge, Ashley aspires to help clients overcome life’s challenges and adversities. Ashley is trained as a Certified Trauma Professional (CPT), Certified Anxiety Informed Professional (CAIP), Certified Grief Informed Professional (CGP), and a Certified Clinical Trauma & Resilience Practitioner (CCTRP).
(281) 393-7096 View (281) 393-7096
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Darren D McArthur
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77095
Perhaps you have a friend or love one struggling with issues like depression, behavior, anger or even alcohol and substance use.
My goals is to provide my clients with caring, compassionate, competent and professional therapy. I approach therapy with the idea that everyone is unique and no one therapeutic method works for everyone. My focus is to assist my clients with obtaining personal growth, insight and solutions to their problems.
Perhaps you have a friend or love one struggling with issues like depression, behavior, anger or even alcohol and substance use.
My goals is to provide my clients with caring, compassionate, competent and professional therapy. I approach therapy with the idea that everyone is unique and no one therapeutic method works for everyone. My focus is to assist my clients with obtaining personal growth, insight and solutions to their problems.
(832) 941-2114 View (832) 941-2114
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Sisily Rainey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Houston, TX 77069
Her clients come from various backgrounds with a similar issue of feeling stagnate in life, relationships, career, with feelings of anxiety or depression.
The therapeutic practices that I utilize are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Directed Outcome, Conflict Resolution Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness. I also focus on Relationship Awareness and Healing.
Her clients come from various backgrounds with a similar issue of feeling stagnate in life, relationships, career, with feelings of anxiety or depression.
The therapeutic practices that I utilize are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Directed Outcome, Conflict Resolution Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness. I also focus on Relationship Awareness and Healing.
(281) 771-1375 View (281) 771-1375
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Dr. Lesli Rowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Houston, TX 77006
My passion lies in psychological testing and working closely with individuals facing a variety of challenges, including relationship issues, anxiety, stress, depression, divorce/grief, workplace dissatisfaction, cross-cultural concerns, generational trauma, parenting struggles, PTSD, life transitions, and self-esteem issues.
Perhaps you're in a place where juggling life's various aspects feels like an uphill battle, or you find yourself wrestling with persistent feelings of anxiety or sadness. Regardless of the severity of your struggle, together, we can pinpoint what is holding you back and integrate methods that support your healing and empower you to navigate life's challenge
My passion lies in psychological testing and working closely with individuals facing a variety of challenges, including relationship issues, anxiety, stress, depression, divorce/grief, workplace dissatisfaction, cross-cultural concerns, generational trauma, parenting struggles, PTSD, life transitions, and self-esteem issues.
Perhaps you're in a place where juggling life's various aspects feels like an uphill battle, or you find yourself wrestling with persistent feelings of anxiety or sadness. Regardless of the severity of your struggle, together, we can pinpoint what is holding you back and integrate methods that support your healing and empower you to navigate life's challenge
(832) 551-2945 View (832) 551-2945
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Carlos Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
My biggest strengths are empowering people to work through their symptoms of anxiety, depression, personal relationships, and employment issues.
Hi there, I am Carlos. Do you feel pulled in a million directions, unable to fit it all in? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and mental health? Do you find it difficult to make time for yourself to heal? I help people to effectively navigate through different life challenges. Together, we can get you back on track to living a healthier life. While most counselors have degrees in counseling, my degree is in Clinical Psychology. This means that I also specialize in human development, health, clinical issues, social behavior, and cognitive processes. Whether you're dealing with overwhelming relationship issue
My biggest strengths are empowering people to work through their symptoms of anxiety, depression, personal relationships, and employment issues.
Hi there, I am Carlos. Do you feel pulled in a million directions, unable to fit it all in? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and mental health? Do you find it difficult to make time for yourself to heal? I help people to effectively navigate through different life challenges. Together, we can get you back on track to living a healthier life. While most counselors have degrees in counseling, my degree is in Clinical Psychology. This means that I also specialize in human development, health, clinical issues, social behavior, and cognitive processes. Whether you're dealing with overwhelming relationship issue
(346) 537-1995 View (346) 537-1995

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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.