Adults or adolescents suffering from depression, anxiety or grief often lose the ability to function normally in their daily lives.
We are offering intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization and residential programs for eating disorder and mental health for adults and adolescents.
Adults or adolescents suffering from depression, anxiety or grief often lose the ability to function normally in their daily lives.
We are offering intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization and residential programs for eating disorder and mental health for adults and adolescents.
Our therapeutic practices help patients know when/ how to use effective coping skills for avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), binge eating disorder, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, orthorexia nervosa, other specified eating disorders and co-occurring disorders like anxiety, depression, PTSD and OCD.
Healing, growth and a positive relationship with food is possible with the Center for Discovery Dietary Program. We use the CARE Model, which stands for “consistent attuned relational eating.” This means patients have the steadiness of a dietary plan that is adaptable to what’s happening in their life. We believe in Health at Every Size because everyone can be healthy regardless of size, shape, weight or BMI. We encourage Intuitive Eating — nourishing ourselves when we’re hungry and recognizing when we feel full. We utilize the All Foods Fit model, which celebrates that all foods are nourishment, and no foods are off-limits in moderation. These core elements help our patients walk out of treatment feeling engaged, empowered and transformed so that they can manage long-term recovery. In fact, 86.5% of clients who completed treatment didn’t need to return to Center for Discovery or any other program for a higher level of care for eating disorder treatment.
Our therapeutic practices help patients know when/ how to use effective coping skills for avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), binge eating disorder, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, orthorexia nervosa, other specified eating disorders and co-occurring disorders like anxiety, depression, PTSD and OCD.
Healing, growth and a positive relationship with food is possible with the Center for Discovery Dietary Program. We use the CARE Model, which stands for “consistent attuned relational eating.” This means patients have the steadiness of a dietary plan that is adaptable to what’s happening in their life. We believe in Health at Every Size because everyone can be healthy regardless of size, shape, weight or BMI. We encourage Intuitive Eating — nourishing ourselves when we’re hungry and recognizing when we feel full. We utilize the All Foods Fit model, which celebrates that all foods are nourishment, and no foods are off-limits in moderation. These core elements help our patients walk out of treatment feeling engaged, empowered and transformed so that they can manage long-term recovery. In fact, 86.5% of clients who completed treatment didn’t need to return to Center for Discovery or any other program for a higher level of care for eating disorder treatment.
Amae Health delivers psychiatry-led, whole-person care to individuals 18+ at our outpatient clinic in San Mateo, California designed to foster healing, recovery, and connection. We treat individuals with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, psychosis, severe anxiety, suicidal ideation, and co-occurring substance use and work with all major insurance providers in California.
Amae Health delivers psychiatry-led, whole-person care to individuals 18+ at our outpatient clinic in San Mateo, California designed to foster healing, recovery, and connection. We treat individuals with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, psychosis, severe anxiety, suicidal ideation, and co-occurring substance use and work with all major insurance providers in California.
Alta Mira is a residential treatment center in Sausalito, California, specializing in addiction and complex co-occurring disorders. Our team of highly credentialed addiction treatment professionals welcomes clients with a broad range of substance use and mental health conditions. Located just minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge, our campus offers a private, secluded setting with panoramic bay views, mature gardens, and the casual elegance of a historic hotel. We are in-network with TriWest and welcome veterans seeking care.
Alta Mira is a residential treatment center in Sausalito, California, specializing in addiction and complex co-occurring disorders. Our team of highly credentialed addiction treatment professionals welcomes clients with a broad range of substance use and mental health conditions. Located just minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge, our campus offers a private, secluded setting with panoramic bay views, mature gardens, and the casual elegance of a historic hotel. We are in-network with TriWest and welcome veterans seeking care.
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We know how difficult it can be to see your child struggling with severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation.
At our programs in Campbell, CA, our therapists work directly with each young person to identify where they are in their healing journey and develop a custom treatment program for their needs using evidence-based therapies and carefully tracked outcomes. We're here to help you overcome the challenges affecting you and your family’s everyday life.
We know how difficult it can be to see your child struggling with severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation.
At our programs in Campbell, CA, our therapists work directly with each young person to identify where they are in their healing journey and develop a custom treatment program for their needs using evidence-based therapies and carefully tracked outcomes. We're here to help you overcome the challenges affecting you and your family’s everyday life.
Rather than merely containing or shaping behaviors, we are committed to assisting young people by addressing the deeper, more difficult issues that impact their lives including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and more.
At Paradigm Treatment, we have been providing residential treatment for teenagers (12-17) for over 12 years. Our program focuses on addressing mental health issues during this crucial developmental phase. While most teen treatment is focused on containing and changing behaviors, our goal is to identify the core issues driving negative coping skills. We help clients build self-awareness, heal from past traumas, learn coping strategies, life skills, and interpersonal tactics. Our skilled medical, clinical, and psychological staff work closely with each client, ensuring personalized support from the moment they enter our program. At Paradigm, we empower teens to build meaningful lives and equip them with skills to thrive beyond the completion of our program.
Rather than merely containing or shaping behaviors, we are committed to assisting young people by addressing the deeper, more difficult issues that impact their lives including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and more.
At Paradigm Treatment, we have been providing residential treatment for teenagers (12-17) for over 12 years. Our program focuses on addressing mental health issues during this crucial developmental phase. While most teen treatment is focused on containing and changing behaviors, our goal is to identify the core issues driving negative coping skills. We help clients build self-awareness, heal from past traumas, learn coping strategies, life skills, and interpersonal tactics. Our skilled medical, clinical, and psychological staff work closely with each client, ensuring personalized support from the moment they enter our program. At Paradigm, we empower teens to build meaningful lives and equip them with skills to thrive beyond the completion of our program.
Clearview Outpatient San Ramon treats depression, generalized anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar disorder, and personality disorders.
Clearview Outpatient San Ramon provides compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for adults navigating complex emotional and psychiatric challenges. Our experienced clinical team offers individualized outpatient treatment using therapies such as DBT, CBT, and experiential approaches tailored to each client’s needs. Through individual, group, and family therapy, we help clients strengthen emotional regulation, improve relationships, and build practical coping skills that support greater confidence, stability, and long-term recovery in everyday life.
Clearview Outpatient San Ramon treats depression, generalized anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar disorder, and personality disorders.
Clearview Outpatient San Ramon provides compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for adults navigating complex emotional and psychiatric challenges. Our experienced clinical team offers individualized outpatient treatment using therapies such as DBT, CBT, and experiential approaches tailored to each client’s needs. Through individual, group, and family therapy, we help clients strengthen emotional regulation, improve relationships, and build practical coping skills that support greater confidence, stability, and long-term recovery in everyday life.
Evolve offers tailored, empathetic care to help teens conquer depression and rediscover their sense of hope.
We combine evidence-based therapy with cutting-edge diagnostic tools to deliver individualized, data-driven care. Our innovative approach ensures measurable progress, proven outcomes, and lasting change. We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
Evolve offers tailored, empathetic care to help teens conquer depression and rediscover their sense of hope.
We combine evidence-based therapy with cutting-edge diagnostic tools to deliver individualized, data-driven care. Our innovative approach ensures measurable progress, proven outcomes, and lasting change. We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
When severe anxiety, isolation, or depression disrupts your teen's daily life, a supportive change of environment can be life-saving.
We combine evidence-based therapy with cutting-edge diagnostic tools to deliver individualized, data-driven care. Our innovative approach ensures measurable progress, proven outcomes, and lasting change. We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
When severe anxiety, isolation, or depression disrupts your teen's daily life, a supportive change of environment can be life-saving.
We combine evidence-based therapy with cutting-edge diagnostic tools to deliver individualized, data-driven care. Our innovative approach ensures measurable progress, proven outcomes, and lasting change. We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
We address the underlying trauma and attachment wounds that catalyze mental health conditions and co-occurring disorders, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse, self-harm, and eating disorders.
At Newport Academy, academics are an integral part of the treatment experience. Our licensed and highly trained teachers work closely with students, parents, and their current school to create a customized academic plan. Our goal is to ensure that our clients are set up for success when they return to their home school, with the tools they need to thrive.
We address the underlying trauma and attachment wounds that catalyze mental health conditions and co-occurring disorders, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse, self-harm, and eating disorders.
At Newport Academy, academics are an integral part of the treatment experience. Our licensed and highly trained teachers work closely with students, parents, and their current school to create a customized academic plan. Our goal is to ensure that our clients are set up for success when they return to their home school, with the tools they need to thrive.
Rather than merely containing or shaping behaviors, we are committed to assisting young people by addressing the deeper, more difficult issues that impact their lives including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and more.
At Paradigm Treatment we recognize the unique challenges faced by young adults (18-26) during the transition from adolescence to adulthood and are committed to creating a safe environment catering to those needs. This pivotal time involves tremendous transformation as teens leave behind the security and dependency of their younger selves to embrace the greater responsibilities and freedoms of adulthood in an ever-chaotic world. The Paradigm Young Adult program focuses on addressing mental health issues during this crucial developmental phase. We help clients build self-awareness, heal from past traumas, learn coping strategies, life skills, and interpersonal tactics. Our skilled medical, clinical, and psychological staff work closely with each client, ensuring personalized support from the moment they enter our program. At Paradigm, we empower young adults to build meaningful lives and equip them with skills to thrive beyond the completion of our program. Due to a lack of quality mental health resources throughout the country, it's common for us to treat clients from all over the Pacific Northwest at our San Rafael location.
Rather than merely containing or shaping behaviors, we are committed to assisting young people by addressing the deeper, more difficult issues that impact their lives including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and more.
At Paradigm Treatment we recognize the unique challenges faced by young adults (18-26) during the transition from adolescence to adulthood and are committed to creating a safe environment catering to those needs. This pivotal time involves tremendous transformation as teens leave behind the security and dependency of their younger selves to embrace the greater responsibilities and freedoms of adulthood in an ever-chaotic world. The Paradigm Young Adult program focuses on addressing mental health issues during this crucial developmental phase. We help clients build self-awareness, heal from past traumas, learn coping strategies, life skills, and interpersonal tactics. Our skilled medical, clinical, and psychological staff work closely with each client, ensuring personalized support from the moment they enter our program. At Paradigm, we empower young adults to build meaningful lives and equip them with skills to thrive beyond the completion of our program. Due to a lack of quality mental health resources throughout the country, it's common for us to treat clients from all over the Pacific Northwest at our San Rafael location.
Rather than merely containing or shaping behaviors, we are committed to assisting young people by addressing the deeper, more difficult issues that impact their lives including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and more.
At Paradigm Treatment, we have been providing residential treatment for teenagers (12-17) for over 12 years. Our program focuses on addressing mental health issues during this crucial developmental phase. While most teen treatment is focused on containing and changing behaviors, our goal is to identify the core issues driving negative coping skills. We help clients build self-awareness, heal from past traumas, learn coping strategies, life skills, and interpersonal tactics. Our skilled medical, clinical, and psychological staff work closely with each client, ensuring personalized support from the moment they enter our program. At Paradigm, we empower teens to build meaningful lives and equip them with skills to thrive beyond the completion of our program.
Rather than merely containing or shaping behaviors, we are committed to assisting young people by addressing the deeper, more difficult issues that impact their lives including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and more.
At Paradigm Treatment, we have been providing residential treatment for teenagers (12-17) for over 12 years. Our program focuses on addressing mental health issues during this crucial developmental phase. While most teen treatment is focused on containing and changing behaviors, our goal is to identify the core issues driving negative coping skills. We help clients build self-awareness, heal from past traumas, learn coping strategies, life skills, and interpersonal tactics. Our skilled medical, clinical, and psychological staff work closely with each client, ensuring personalized support from the moment they enter our program. At Paradigm, we empower teens to build meaningful lives and equip them with skills to thrive beyond the completion of our program.
Rather than merely containing or shaping behaviors, we are committed to assisting young people by addressing the deeper, more difficult issues that impact their lives including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and more.
At Paradigm Treatment, we have been providing residential treatment for teenagers (12-17) for over 12 years. Our program focuses on addressing mental health issues during this crucial developmental phase. While most teen treatment is focused on containing and changing behaviors, our goal is to identify the core issues driving negative coping skills. We help clients build self-awareness, heal from past traumas, learn coping strategies, life skills, and interpersonal tactics. Our skilled medical, clinical, and psychological staff work closely with each client, ensuring personalized support from the moment they enter our program. At Paradigm, we empower teens to build meaningful lives and equip them with skills to thrive beyond the completion of our program.
Rather than merely containing or shaping behaviors, we are committed to assisting young people by addressing the deeper, more difficult issues that impact their lives including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and more.
At Paradigm Treatment, we have been providing residential treatment for teenagers (12-17) for over 12 years. Our program focuses on addressing mental health issues during this crucial developmental phase. While most teen treatment is focused on containing and changing behaviors, our goal is to identify the core issues driving negative coping skills. We help clients build self-awareness, heal from past traumas, learn coping strategies, life skills, and interpersonal tactics. Our skilled medical, clinical, and psychological staff work closely with each client, ensuring personalized support from the moment they enter our program. At Paradigm, we empower teens to build meaningful lives and equip them with skills to thrive beyond the completion of our program.
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
At Evolve, we provide compassionate, individualized care to help teens navigate challenges and rediscover hope. We offer therapeutic programs for teens, including short-term residential treatment. Our RTC for teens serves only six clients at a time, allowing for truly individualized care, 24/7 support and supervision, and evidence-based therapies. In addition, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy for teens through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Rooted in compassion and connection, our teen treatment programs help adolescents heal and grow.
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
At Evolve, we provide compassionate, individualized care to help teens navigate challenges and rediscover hope. We offer therapeutic programs for teens, including short-term residential treatment. Our RTC for teens serves only six clients at a time, allowing for truly individualized care, 24/7 support and supervision, and evidence-based therapies. In addition, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy for teens through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Rooted in compassion and connection, our teen treatment programs help adolescents heal and grow.
Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or another mental health condition, we will create a personalized treatment plan based on your unique needs.
Clear Behavioral Health's mental health residential treatment provides invaluable support, particularly if you or a loved one is experiencing a steady mental health decline or crisis. Mental health is an essential component of overall well-being. When extra time, safety, and space are needed for recovery, residential treatment can be life-changing. With round-the-clock care, personalized treatment plans, structured activities, and access to essential resources such as medication management, we have the best mental health program near Los Angeles.
Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or another mental health condition, we will create a personalized treatment plan based on your unique needs.
Clear Behavioral Health's mental health residential treatment provides invaluable support, particularly if you or a loved one is experiencing a steady mental health decline or crisis. Mental health is an essential component of overall well-being. When extra time, safety, and space are needed for recovery, residential treatment can be life-changing. With round-the-clock care, personalized treatment plans, structured activities, and access to essential resources such as medication management, we have the best mental health program near Los Angeles.
We provide thorough assessments, education, and therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and more—all while allowing clients to live at home and keep work or school commitments.
At SagePoint, we offer flexible, personalized care that treats the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Our expert team helps you build a treatment plan that fits your goals & supports lasting recovery from mental health & substance use challenges.
Already working with a therapist or provider you trust? You can continue working with them while in our care!
We provide thorough assessments, education, and therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and more—all while allowing clients to live at home and keep work or school commitments.
At SagePoint, we offer flexible, personalized care that treats the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Our expert team helps you build a treatment plan that fits your goals & supports lasting recovery from mental health & substance use challenges.
Already working with a therapist or provider you trust? You can continue working with them while in our care!
Trusted care for the moments that matter, including:
Timely, flexible, private-pay services at competitive rates - for accessible, high-quality care; evidence-based, whole-person therapy with a licensed clinician for mild-to-moderate mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and life stressors; and one-on-one sessions for your teen.
At the Caminar Teen and Family Wellness Center - Palo Alto, we offer accessible and competitively priced evidence-based, whole-person mental health services for teens and their families. We help teens build emotional strength and resilience while guiding families through healthier communication and connection. Modalities available: Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT), Gottman method, Internal Family Systems, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR)
Trusted care for the moments that matter, including:
Timely, flexible, private-pay services at competitive rates - for accessible, high-quality care; evidence-based, whole-person therapy with a licensed clinician for mild-to-moderate mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and life stressors; and one-on-one sessions for your teen.
At the Caminar Teen and Family Wellness Center - Palo Alto, we offer accessible and competitively priced evidence-based, whole-person mental health services for teens and their families. We help teens build emotional strength and resilience while guiding families through healthier communication and connection. Modalities available: Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT), Gottman method, Internal Family Systems, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR)
Our clients often come to us struggling with conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, PTSD, and personality disorders, among others.
At Southern California Sunrise Recovery Center, we offer a comprehensive approach to treatment that combines evidence-based therapies with holistic wellness programs to support the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Our clinical team utilizes proven therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed care to address the underlying causes of mental health disorders. We also provide individual and group therapy, medication management, and crisis intervention when needed. In addition to traditional therapies, we integrate holistic wellness programs to promote healing and balance. Our clients benefit from mindfulness practices, yoga, meditation, and nutrition counseling, which are designed to reduce stress and enhance emotional well-being. We believe that a well-rounded treatment approach helps our clients not only manage their symptoms but also develop lifelong skills for sustained mental health and personal growth. By offering this unique combination of therapies, we strive to empower individuals to regain control over their lives and achieve lasting recovery.
Our clients often come to us struggling with conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, PTSD, and personality disorders, among others.
At Southern California Sunrise Recovery Center, we offer a comprehensive approach to treatment that combines evidence-based therapies with holistic wellness programs to support the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Our clinical team utilizes proven therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed care to address the underlying causes of mental health disorders. We also provide individual and group therapy, medication management, and crisis intervention when needed. In addition to traditional therapies, we integrate holistic wellness programs to promote healing and balance. Our clients benefit from mindfulness practices, yoga, meditation, and nutrition counseling, which are designed to reduce stress and enhance emotional well-being. We believe that a well-rounded treatment approach helps our clients not only manage their symptoms but also develop lifelong skills for sustained mental health and personal growth. By offering this unique combination of therapies, we strive to empower individuals to regain control over their lives and achieve lasting recovery.
LifeSync Behavioral Health is a premier holistic residential mental health treatment center for adults who want a private treatment option. Call our team for our treatment location and admission steps. Same-day admissions are available for urgent mental health situations and symptoms.
LifeSync Behavioral Health is a premier holistic residential mental health treatment center for adults who want a private treatment option. Call our team for our treatment location and admission steps. Same-day admissions are available for urgent mental health situations and symptoms.
Our family-centered, integrated approach fosters sustainable healing from mental health and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use.
We meet our clients where they are with tailored treatment plans that address the physical, psychological, social, and educational needs of adolescents and young adults. We also provide support for family attachment issues and difficulty launching into adulthood. Whatever life stage our client is in, we are here to support their growth.
Our family-centered, integrated approach fosters sustainable healing from mental health and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use.
We meet our clients where they are with tailored treatment plans that address the physical, psychological, social, and educational needs of adolescents and young adults. We also provide support for family attachment issues and difficulty launching into adulthood. Whatever life stage our client is in, we are here to support their growth.
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Depression Treatment Centers
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.