Depression Treatment Centers in San Diego, CA

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Rogers Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
San Diego, CA 92128
Rogers Behavioral Health's San Diego clinic offers highly spe­cialized partial hospitalization care for adults, adolescents, and children in need of the next level of outpatient care for OCD and anxiety, and depression and other mood disorders.
Rogers Behavioral Health is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit provider of highly specialized psychiatric care with locations in a growing network of communities across the U.S. Backed by more than a century of experience, Rogers is leading the way on measurement-based care and use of clinical outcomes.
Rogers Behavioral Health's San Diego clinic offers highly spe­cialized partial hospitalization care for adults, adolescents, and children in need of the next level of outpatient care for OCD and anxiety, and depression and other mood disorders.
Rogers Behavioral Health is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit provider of highly specialized psychiatric care with locations in a growing network of communities across the U.S. Backed by more than a century of experience, Rogers is leading the way on measurement-based care and use of clinical outcomes.
(858) 943-6392 View (858) 943-6392
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Solara Healthcare
Treatment Center
San Diego, CA 92109
We treat a broad range of conditions, including SUD, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, PTSD, suicidal ideation, and LGBTQIA+ concerns.
We deliver highly personalized care through evidence-based IOP, vIOP, and PHP programs for adults, adolecents, and families. Using proven therapies: CBT, DBT, EMDR, and trauma-focused care, we empower you with tools to overcome SUD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and more. Our compassionate team blends holistic approaches and expert support to help you thrive.
We treat a broad range of conditions, including SUD, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, PTSD, suicidal ideation, and LGBTQIA+ concerns.
We deliver highly personalized care through evidence-based IOP, vIOP, and PHP programs for adults, adolecents, and families. Using proven therapies: CBT, DBT, EMDR, and trauma-focused care, we empower you with tools to overcome SUD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and more. Our compassionate team blends holistic approaches and expert support to help you thrive.
(619) 604-7034 View (619) 604-7034
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Aspiring Families
Treatment Center
San Diego, CA 92130
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience providing services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. My team of expert clinicians provide evidence-based and compassionate therapies from a range of approaches, state-of-the art testing, in-school/in-home services, medical services, and neurofeedback. We offer an integrative approach with multiple treatment options to alleviate symptoms, cope with stressors, resolve conflicts, and restore your daily life to health and wellness. We strive to provide exceptional and wholistic collaborative care to educate, support, and empower individuals and families. I provide a free 15 minute consultation to see if we are a good match for you and your family, and to answer your questions.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience providing services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. My team of expert clinicians provide evidence-based and compassionate therapies from a range of approaches, state-of-the art testing, in-school/in-home services, medical services, and neurofeedback. We offer an integrative approach with multiple treatment options to alleviate symptoms, cope with stressors, resolve conflicts, and restore your daily life to health and wellness. We strive to provide exceptional and wholistic collaborative care to educate, support, and empower individuals and families. I provide a free 15 minute consultation to see if we are a good match for you and your family, and to answer your questions.
(858) 437-5583 View (858) 437-5583
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True Life Center
Treatment Center
San Diego, CA 92121
True Life Center offers a new way forward for those seeking an integrative approach to mental health care. We're focused on discovering the root cause of illness, passionate about providing innovative treatment solutions, and dedicated to supporting you on your healing journey. Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) offer up to 20 hours of individualized care each week. Since mental health conditions don't affect any two individuals in the same way, no two treatment plans are exactly alike. We consider the psychological, biological, social, and spiritual aspects of your condition before customizing a path to authentic wellness.
True Life Center offers a new way forward for those seeking an integrative approach to mental health care. We're focused on discovering the root cause of illness, passionate about providing innovative treatment solutions, and dedicated to supporting you on your healing journey. Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) offer up to 20 hours of individualized care each week. Since mental health conditions don't affect any two individuals in the same way, no two treatment plans are exactly alike. We consider the psychological, biological, social, and spiritual aspects of your condition before customizing a path to authentic wellness.
(858) 437-5320 View (858) 437-5320
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ROWI San Diego
Treatment Center
San Diego, CA 92131
We offer full-day (Partial Hospitalization) and after-school (Intensive Outpatient) services for teens experiencing depression, anxiety, mood disorders, suicidal ideation, school avoidance, ADHD, trauma, gender identity issues, and more.
Individual, Group, and Family Therapy, Psychiatric Care, CBT, DBT, Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Yoga/Fitness, Nutrition, Psychoeducation, the UCLA "PEERS" social skills program, and more. Now offering a virtual program for teens throughout California.
We offer full-day (Partial Hospitalization) and after-school (Intensive Outpatient) services for teens experiencing depression, anxiety, mood disorders, suicidal ideation, school avoidance, ADHD, trauma, gender identity issues, and more.
Individual, Group, and Family Therapy, Psychiatric Care, CBT, DBT, Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Yoga/Fitness, Nutrition, Psychoeducation, the UCLA "PEERS" social skills program, and more. Now offering a virtual program for teens throughout California.
(858) 358-5630 View (858) 358-5630
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Center For Discovery
Treatment Center
San Diego, CA 92121
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.
(858) 223-6416 View (858) 223-6416
New View Mental Health
Treatment Center
San Diego, CA 92110
Our cutting-edge, evidence-based therapies, in a warm home-like setting, empower you to conquer depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and more.
In the heart of San Diego, New View Mental Health is your sanctuary for evidence-based therapies and personalized care in a cozy, home-like environment. Our expert clinicians treat depression, anxiety, stress, schizophrenia, and chronic disorders with compassion. Rediscover hope on your journey to lasting mental wellness.
Our cutting-edge, evidence-based therapies, in a warm home-like setting, empower you to conquer depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and more.
In the heart of San Diego, New View Mental Health is your sanctuary for evidence-based therapies and personalized care in a cozy, home-like environment. Our expert clinicians treat depression, anxiety, stress, schizophrenia, and chronic disorders with compassion. Rediscover hope on your journey to lasting mental wellness.
(619) 914-2870 View (619) 914-2870
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Solara Healthcare
Treatment Center
San Diego, CA 92109
Conditions treated include anxiety (OCD, GAD), ADHD, depression, suicidal ideation, trauma, LGBTQIA+ support, and more.
TriCare, United, BlueShield, TriWest contracted. In-person/virtual IOP. State licensed (2006); JCAHO Accredited (2009). Most successful patient outcomes. Intensive therapies, med management, case coordination & aftercare. Call/Text/Chat now. 24-hour admissions: 619.350.0077.
Conditions treated include anxiety (OCD, GAD), ADHD, depression, suicidal ideation, trauma, LGBTQIA+ support, and more.
TriCare, United, BlueShield, TriWest contracted. In-person/virtual IOP. State licensed (2006); JCAHO Accredited (2009). Most successful patient outcomes. Intensive therapies, med management, case coordination & aftercare. Call/Text/Chat now. 24-hour admissions: 619.350.0077.
(619) 389-2064 View (619) 389-2064
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Solara Healthcare
Treatment Center
San Diego, CA 92109
Chemical Dependency and Broad spectrum psychological conditions treated including: Anxiety (OCD; GAD; others); ADHD; Depression; Suicidal Ideation; Trauma; many others.
TriCare contracted! In-person & virtual IOP programming - 20+ years of top-tier Outpatient care (SUD + Psychological). Our expert clinical team provides proven conventional and holistic therapy, med management, case coordination, and admissions w/in 24-hours. Call/Text/Chat now: 619.350.0077. Healing starts here—with proven results you can trust.
Chemical Dependency and Broad spectrum psychological conditions treated including: Anxiety (OCD; GAD; others); ADHD; Depression; Suicidal Ideation; Trauma; many others.
TriCare contracted! In-person & virtual IOP programming - 20+ years of top-tier Outpatient care (SUD + Psychological). Our expert clinical team provides proven conventional and holistic therapy, med management, case coordination, and admissions w/in 24-hours. Call/Text/Chat now: 619.350.0077. Healing starts here—with proven results you can trust.
(619) 932-4653 View (619) 932-4653
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Center For Discovery
Treatment Center
San Diego, CA 92130
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.
(858) 295-7461 View (858) 295-7461
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Clearview Outpatient - San Diego
Treatment Center
San Diego, CA 92108
Clearview Outpatient San Diego treats depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, mood disorders, and other complex mental health conditions.
Clearview Outpatient San Diego provides compassionate, individualized mental health treatment for adults navigating complex emotional and psychiatric challenges. Our experienced clinical team delivers evidence-based care through structured outpatient programs that integrate therapies such as DBT, CBT, and experiential approaches. Through individual, group, and family therapy, we help clients strengthen emotional regulation, improve relationships, and build practical skills that support lasting stability and meaningful recovery.
Clearview Outpatient San Diego treats depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, mood disorders, and other complex mental health conditions.
Clearview Outpatient San Diego provides compassionate, individualized mental health treatment for adults navigating complex emotional and psychiatric challenges. Our experienced clinical team delivers evidence-based care through structured outpatient programs that integrate therapies such as DBT, CBT, and experiential approaches. Through individual, group, and family therapy, we help clients strengthen emotional regulation, improve relationships, and build practical skills that support lasting stability and meaningful recovery.
(619) 923-0321 View (619) 923-0321
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Newport Institute Young Adult Treatment
Treatment Center
Serves Area
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.
Our multidisciplinary model incorporates medical and psychiatric care to promote sustainable healing. Individualized treatment plans include evidence-based clinical and experiential modalities, and an accredited academic curriculum. Newport holds the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission, the nation’s oldest and largest healthcare accrediting body.
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.
Our multidisciplinary model incorporates medical and psychiatric care to promote sustainable healing. Individualized treatment plans include evidence-based clinical and experiential modalities, and an accredited academic curriculum. Newport holds the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission, the nation’s oldest and largest healthcare accrediting body.
(951) 476-1914 View (951) 476-1914
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SagePoint Behavioral Health - IOP
Treatment Center
Serves Area
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!
(916) 507-1489 View (916) 507-1489
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PCH Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Serves Area
At PCH Treatment Center West Los Angeles, we offer a comprehensive day program, available Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5:30 pm. This program is ideal for clients seeking an intensive psychological treatment experience while living in their own homes or supportive living environments. Designed for individuals with psychological issues, our West Los Angeles program is for those who are struggling to navigate daily life and would benefit from a comprehensive program including daily individual psychotherapy and multiple psychotherapy groups, including the support of other clients experiencing similar challenges. It caters to those who need more comprehensive psychological support than traditional therapy can provide. We also help clients who self-medicate and are experiencing issues of dependency and substance use concerns.
At PCH Treatment Center West Los Angeles, we offer a comprehensive day program, available Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5:30 pm. This program is ideal for clients seeking an intensive psychological treatment experience while living in their own homes or supportive living environments. Designed for individuals with psychological issues, our West Los Angeles program is for those who are struggling to navigate daily life and would benefit from a comprehensive program including daily individual psychotherapy and multiple psychotherapy groups, including the support of other clients experiencing similar challenges. It caters to those who need more comprehensive psychological support than traditional therapy can provide. We also help clients who self-medicate and are experiencing issues of dependency and substance use concerns.
(888) 743-7985 View (888) 743-7985
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Elevation Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Most common include depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, and most other conditions.
Elevation Behavioral Health accepts most private insurance plans. If you do not want to use insurance, we also offer private pay options. When you call our Admissions Team, we will walk you through all the available options.
Most common include depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, and most other conditions.
Elevation Behavioral Health accepts most private insurance plans. If you do not want to use insurance, we also offer private pay options. When you call our Admissions Team, we will walk you through all the available options.
(424) 395-3304 View (424) 395-3304
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Alternative to Meds Center
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Alternative to Meds Center is a residential facility for the treatment of medication dependence and addiction treatment. We are a world authority on the subjects of biochemical correction of addiction and alternatives to psychiatric drugs. Licensed by the State of Arizona, we specialize in the utilization of environmental and orthomolecular medical strategies to accomplish tapered medication withdrawal and adjustment, as well as drug and alcohol addiction. Our program is individualized to meet the unique needs of our clients. We have a small number of beds to ensure our clients receive a lot of individual attention and care.
Alternative to Meds Center is a residential facility for the treatment of medication dependence and addiction treatment. We are a world authority on the subjects of biochemical correction of addiction and alternatives to psychiatric drugs. Licensed by the State of Arizona, we specialize in the utilization of environmental and orthomolecular medical strategies to accomplish tapered medication withdrawal and adjustment, as well as drug and alcohol addiction. Our program is individualized to meet the unique needs of our clients. We have a small number of beds to ensure our clients receive a lot of individual attention and care.
(928) 756-0584 View (928) 756-0584
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve Mental Health Residential Treatment Center, Treatment Center
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
Finding the right help for a teen in crisis is overwhelming. Our short-term Mental Health residential center offers a safe, immersive environment to break the cycle. With only 6 teens per home, we provide the exclusive, personalized care your family needs. Our compassionate team delivers 24/7 supervision and evidence-based therapies to help teens navigate challenges and build resilience. Beyond residential care, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy through our full-day Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). We empower adolescents to heal, grow, and move forward.
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
Finding the right help for a teen in crisis is overwhelming. Our short-term Mental Health residential center offers a safe, immersive environment to break the cycle. With only 6 teens per home, we provide the exclusive, personalized care your family needs. Our compassionate team delivers 24/7 supervision and evidence-based therapies to help teens navigate challenges and build resilience. Beyond residential care, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy through our full-day Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). We empower adolescents to heal, grow, and move forward.
(619) 353-7925 View (619) 353-7925
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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.
(818) 369-3582 View (818) 369-3582
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Revival Mental Health
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Our goal at Revival Mental Health is to help people who are experiencing mental health challenges by offering them dependable residential and virtual care. By fostering a welcoming and judgment-free environment, we hope to lower the barriers to seeking assistance. According to the individual requirements of each patient, we provide complete mental health services. Our team of mental health specialists uses evidence-based treatment approaches. We are dedicated to providing our patients with compassionate, high-quality care. Our goal is to empower our patients by assisting them in achieving their mental health objectives.
Our goal at Revival Mental Health is to help people who are experiencing mental health challenges by offering them dependable residential and virtual care. By fostering a welcoming and judgment-free environment, we hope to lower the barriers to seeking assistance. According to the individual requirements of each patient, we provide complete mental health services. Our team of mental health specialists uses evidence-based treatment approaches. We are dedicated to providing our patients with compassionate, high-quality care. Our goal is to empower our patients by assisting them in achieving their mental health objectives.
(714) 617-7154 View (714) 617-7154
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve Adolescent Behavioral Health: Mount Helix, Treatment Center
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
When teens face mental health or behavioral challenges, the right treatment can make all the difference. At Evolve, we provide compassionate, evidence-based care through a range of therapeutic programs for teens. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) offers 24/7 supervision and highly individualized care in a safe, supportive setting, serving only six teens at a time. We also offer structured outpatient programs through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Each level of care is designed to help teens heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
When teens face mental health or behavioral challenges, the right treatment can make all the difference. At Evolve, we provide compassionate, evidence-based care through a range of therapeutic programs for teens. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) offers 24/7 supervision and highly individualized care in a safe, supportive setting, serving only six teens at a time. We also offer structured outpatient programs through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Each level of care is designed to help teens heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.
(619) 673-9315 View (619) 673-9315

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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.