Depression Therapists in Bellevue, WA

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Kaitlyn Hollingshead
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
My specialties include but are not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Anxiety, Depression , Childhood Trauma, EMDR, Interpersonal difficulties, Stress, Sex Therapy, LGBTQIA+, and Sexual Trauma.
Walking into a therapist’s office for the first time can be intimidating and my goal is to be a warm face that you feel comfortable accompanying you on your journey. Using a combination of therapeutic approaches, I tailor your treatment to your individual needs and will walk through your journey with you instead of calling the shots. I am here to help you work towards getting to know your most authentic self. I enjoy helping individuals and couples grow insight and understanding into their mental health and the experience of being alive.
(425) 657-5095
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Bellevue, WA 98007
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Matthew J Bennett
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist. Passion for my work, empathy, and excellence in clinical training (several years at University of Pennsylvania) allow me to provide effective, lasting results. I use an integrative, eclectic approach combining psychodynamic and interpersonal therapies to help adolescents and adults gain insight and work through varied life concerns. I see symptoms such as depression , anxiety, and relationship conflict as opportunities for change and personal growth.
(425) 374-4661
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Bellevue, WA 98004
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Yanely Aceves
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I have worked with a diverse variety of clients and has supported them through the following challenges; Anxiety, Depression , Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (including but not limited to experiencing or witnessing physical abuse, sexual abuse, domestic violence), Emotional Regulation, Life Challenges, Multicultural Challenges, Grief and Loss.
I am a Latinx-American licensed therapist. I offer counseling in English and Spanish. I utilize a holistic lens and invite exploration regarding all aspects of life that are creating barriers for feelings of happiness, security, stability, and safety. I enjoy integrating other ways of knowing into my work with clients and invite the use of spirituality, astrology, numerology, human design, and integration of plant-medicine experiences when requested by clients.
(425) 600-5703
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Bellevue, WA 98007
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Constance Kehrer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
As a licensed psychologist in the State of Washington, I offer psychotherapy services to adult clients from diverse backgrounds struggling with a variety of issues. My specialty areas of interest include depression , anxiety, grief, loss, and difficult life transitions. I particularly enjoy working with older individuals who may be struggling with the challenges that later life can bring.
(425) 301-8832
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Bellevue, WA 98004
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Cassie Kinson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
My passion is helping individuals navigate through life challenges and move towards greater self acceptance and inner peace. I work to individualize my approach to the unique needs of each client. I have significant experience working with adults and adolescents dealing with mood disorders, depression , anxiety, eating disorders, stress, work/life balance issues, and trauma. I enjoy working with women and teen girls on self esteem, identity, and a positive body image. My education and training is primarily in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
(425) 341-1249
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Bellevue, WA 98004
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Amrit Kaur
Counselor, LMHCA, MA
Verified
Verified
I support and work with children, teens, young adults, and their families who struggle with anxiety, depression , grief and loss, trauma, emotional regulation, relationship issues, self-care, etc.
It can be difficult to seek help and can feel even more difficult to choose a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and connect. You are here because a part of you is ready for change and growth. Therefore, I welcome you as you begin your journey to better yourself.
(425) 264-8875
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Bellevue, WA 98005
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Meredith L Gilbert
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I work with adults age 25 and older who have issues related to binge eating, compulsive overeating, body image, and weight. Many of my patients are also experiencing depression and anxiety. We work together to identify and prioritize the problems you are experiencing and work toward finding realistic solutions. I consider myself a partner in your recovery.
(206) 208-0354
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Bellevue, WA 98008
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Michelle Valdez
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Before reading, please note I have a (short) waitlist: Congratulations on taking a step towards seeking support for your healing and well-being. You deserve to live a life that is meaningful and in alignment with your truest, most authentic self. I offer individual therapy for adults, adolescents, and children (ages 10+). My areas of focus include anxiety, depression , PTSD, struggles with adjustment, as well as grief and bereavement.
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Bellevue, WA 98005
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Sara Mortaheb
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP, NCC
Verified
Verified
I have had the privilege of providing services to individuals, couples, and families facing a wide range of challenges including depression , loneliness, life transitions, perfectionism, relationship challenges, family conflicts, anxiety, body image, stress, trauma, identity concerns, and LGBTQIA+ issues. It is my role to meet you where you are in your life right now, support you during challenging times, and help you to know yourself better.
(425) 414-3428
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Bellevue, WA 98004
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Jennifer VonSchondorf
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
My main areas of practice include but are not limited to: Anxiety, Depression , Eating disorders, Trauma, PTSD, Relationships/Relational Challenge, Crisis, etc.
I utilize a holistic and integrative perspective with a focus on client-centered therapy. This entails working from a wide array of techniques to focus on each individual’s needs and wants. I earned my MA in Counseling Psychology from Bastyr University an integrative program that utilizes a holistic approach to health and well-being. I have experience working in an inpatient and outpatient setting with individuals, families and groups. I am passionate about whole-person health, and it reflects in my everyday practice and work with clients. It's important to identify the root causes rather than just working to alleviate symptoms.
(425) 217-5108
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Bellevue, WA 98007
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Traverse Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified
Verified
We are accepting new clients. I specialize in recovery-oriented therapy for clients experiencing complex trauma, depression , anxiety, psychosis, and interpersonal violence and abuse. I work with clients in cultivating self-compassion and empowering beliefs by processing and understanding past painful experiences. It's normal to feel "stuck" when our bodies and minds are overwhelmed. My goal is to provide an affirming and safe space to slow down as your emotions are expressed, validated, and integrated into a new and healthier understanding of self.
(425) 648-1207
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Bellevue, WA 98005
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Patricia Magnani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in supporting older adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression , stress, relationship conflict, traumatic experiences, codependency and addictive behaviors, loss/grief, and life transitions such as school, career, marriage/separation/divorce, parenting, and mid-life concerns.
My goal is to create a safe, healing environment for clients to explore and resolve issues that are causing distress or holding them back from living a more fulfilling life. My style of interaction is warm, collaborative, supportive and strength-based, and I view my role as partnering with you to help you get unstuck, improve your relationships, and create the positive changes you are seeking.
(425) 405-6217
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Bellevue, WA 98006
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Whitnee Chavez
Licensed Mental Health Counselor , MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Changing your life for the better is rewarding and possible! You most likely came here looking for emotional and practical support and tools. I am here to work with you. Together, we can work on your individual wants and needs, life transitions, and social dynamics. I work with adults, teens 15+, and diverse and fluid families. I specialize in communication, anxiety, depression , ADHD, and trauma.
(425) 777-7952
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Bellevue, WA 98004
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Chunghsu Hsu
Counselor, MSW, LMHC, EMMHS, GMHS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have extensive experience in working with people on their depression , anxiety, traumas, acculturation, parenting, relationship problems, phase of life issues, etc.
I have 22 years of clinical experiences in the counseling field. I have truly appreciated the precious privilege of working with clients on the challenges they encounter in their life journeys. When working with my clients, I have endeavored to provide safe, supportive space for them to express and process their feelings and thoughts, and adopt a strength-based approach to explore their internal and external resources, to empower them with skills to cope with the challenges they face, and to enrich their lives by facilitating growth and transformation.
(206) 866-2640
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Bellevue, WA 98007
Not accepting new clients
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Susanna N Kanther
Psychologist, PsyD, MS, CAMF
Verified
Verified
Dr. Kanther is a Stanford trained cognitive-behavioral (CBT) therapist who combines the practical and deeper, profound aspects of the CBT model so it works on multiple levels. Her style of psychotherapy is collaborative, open, and will make sense to you. She works to make the therapeutic process honest, enlightening, and effective. Her expertise as a Health Psychologist and in using cognitive behavioral approaches to treat depression , anxiety, anger, and medical issues have allowed Dr. Kanther to witness great progress in individuals who were once skeptical of therapy.
(415) 689-9236
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Bellevue, WA 98004
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Nancy Bell
Counselor, MC, NCC, LMHC, PLLC
Verified
Verified
I have been working with individuals and couples since 1978. I love what I do and I believe my clients know it. I also believe they feel the respect I have for them. I know it takes courage to ask for help, especially when feeling vulnerable. All of us, at some point, experience painful life circumstances or relationship difficulties--usually accompanied by symptoms of depression and/or anxiety. At times we know our lives are not what they could be, but in spite of all our best efforts we may feel stuck.
(425) 453-1583
Bellevue, WA 98004
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Justin Paul Davidson
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified
Verified
Anxiety, depression , trauma, and a basic sense of limitation might be some of the reasons you are looking for a therapist.
There are seasons of life when we reach our limits. We do all we can to make life work, but nothing seems to work for long, and soon we find ourselves back where we started. In these seasons, we need help to understand ourselves more fully so that we can start moving forward again.
(425) 541-1806
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Bellevue, WA 98004
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Carol Lee Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
At times in your life when issues or relationships can seem overwhelming or physical challenges keep you from living up to your true potential, working with an experienced therapist can help you find resolution and personal growth. I specialize in treating adolescents, adults, couples, seniors and caregivers experiencing anxiety, stress or depression . Therapy can provide the opportunity to discuss current life challenges in a safe and confidential space. My approach is collaborative and supportive as we work together to understand your unique pattern of thoughts and behaviors that may currently get in the way when trying to resolve difficult life issues.
(425) 276-7087
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Bellevue, WA 98005
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Cynthia Ruth Anderson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I began seeing clients in 2008 for a variety of therapy issues including anxiety, depression , life stage transition, trauma, grief, and loss. I enjoy working with both individuals and couples and also have offered treatment in a group setting. I am experienced in and comfortable with performing therapy with the assistance of interpreters.
(206) 577-7951
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Bellevue, WA 98004
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Not accepting new clients
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Terran Imani Poindexter
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Individual adults struggling with anxiety, depression , life transitions, and relationship issues are welcomed.
As a therapist, I work to form an empathetic and collaborative relationship with clients and form an understanding of the difficulties that brought them to therapy, explore clients' goals, and how to achieve them. As the client being the expert, we will work to identify what is holding them back from achieving and maintaining their desired results. As a former division l scholar athlete, my goal is to work as a team and encourage clients in a direction towards positive change.
(425) 490-4736
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Bellevue, WA 98004
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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.