Depression is persistent feelings of sadness and emptiness, a lack of motivation, crying, changes in eating or sleeping, disinterested in the things you once enjoyed and potentially self-harming behaviors or thoughts of suicide. Many counseling interventions effectively treat depression, including behavioral, cognitive, interpersonal, psychodynamic, and mindfulness interventions. People with depression may also require medication.
Available Treatment Options
Behavioral therapy uses interventions to change behaviors that lead to or exacerbate distressing emotions. Cognitive interventions involve examining thought processes to change unhelpful patterns of cognition. Psychodynamic counseling fosters self-awareness through exploring unconscious thoughts and how one’s past affects current functioning.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Depression
I believe that counseling is first and foremost a relationship. As any good relationship is based on trust, so effective counseling is also based on trust. Trust develops when people feel accepted and supported no matter what their circumstances, and when they know the other has their best interests at heart. Honest communication is essential to the therapeutic relationship. For clients this me...
In my practice, I rely on the wisdom of both Eastern and Western healing modalities to promote holistic wellness for individuals, teens and couples in Santa Barbara, and throughout California via video sessions. My goal is to support clients as they seek to heal past hurts, create meaning around their experiences and grow into an authentic expression of who they truly are meant to be. Together,...
Do you want to go beyond fear and find freedom within yourself? Do you suffer from emotional pain, anxiety, or depression? Have you been feeling alone and don’t know where to go from here? Let me help you to overcome these thoughts and feelings. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Qualified Supervisor and have spent the last 9 years working in the mental health and substance abuse field...
Be powerful during these times of uncertainty and changes. Although it can be difficult to navigate your career and intimate relationships under stress, you are your best guide. With years of experience helping clients make authentic choices I look forward to helping you through these times. In our work healing the past, creating goals aligned with your values and finding your strength to take...
We all approach life in varying ways based upon personal backgrounds and experiences. Sometimes these experiences impact how we live now, our relationships and our own sense of self. I look forward to helping clients with a broad range of issues including: Life transitions, relationship issues, grief, trauma and loss, chronic illness, issues facing LGBTQ persons, anxiety and depression,...
Are you struggling with sadness, fatigue, and/or negative messages running a loop in your head? Do you worry about anything and everything? Have you lost a loved one and struggle to find happiness? Are there addiction concerns? Know that you can learn to manage these issues. As a therapist, I work with anxiety, depression, bereavement, relational struggles, and trauma. During individual session...
**My practice will gladly provide video visits to anyone practicing social distancing due to the spread of COVID-19.**I want to first start off by saying welcome! I know therapy can seem intimidating but trust me when I tell you that you've made a huge step in the right direction by seeking support. Life is not always easy and sometimes we fall into waves of anxiety, depression, or just overall...
As a psychotherapist, it is very important to me to create a safe space where you feel seen and understood. I strongly believe that a compassionate relationship is truly healing, empowering people to make changes in their lives, especially in the parts where they feel stuck. It is my aim to work with you with tools that will help you reflect on and process your thoughts and emotions. As we expl...
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides psychotherapy for teens (15+) and adults. I specialize in OCD-and-related disorders, anxiety-spectrum disorders, phobias, social anxiety, and panic disorder; I also work with body image dissatisfaction and emotion regulation difficulties, and support and work with LGBTQ+ individuals (including writing letters for surgery). My therapeutic approa...
At different points in our life, we all need support. No matter what you are going through, it is okay to seek that support. Therapy is a brave first step. Through my authenticity, empathy, and compassion, I provide a safe space for exploration and growth. I sincerely look forward to supporting and empowering you through this process. My training is in Integrative Systemic Therapy and I do not...
There’s a saying, “time heals all wounds”. In truth, some things stay with us until we actively seek healing or resolution. If you are still waiting to feel better there is something you can do. I help people who, through no fault of their own have been impacted by something from their past or who are being affected by a more current event or situation causing distress, pain, fear, or an inabil...
Life can be hard and full of challenges. I believe every person deserves the revelatory experience of therapy to make the journey a little easier. My passion is helping clients strengthen and nurture their most important relationship - the one with themselves. I want you to know and like yourself so that you may foster deeper and more meaningful relationships with those who are important to you...
*Temporarily not taking new clients* I have been providing individual and family therapy/support since 2011. Areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma and eating disorders. I will use an array of CBT, DBT, Solution Focused and Motivational Interviewing approaches to meet my clients where they are at and support them with the changes they wish to see for themselves. I take a very laid b...
Whether we realize it or not, our past experiences teach us to adapt to difficult situations. Often our solutions are helpful, but sometimes a strategy we use has significant drawbacks. If we rely on these for future challenges, we can develop unhealthy patterns, feeling stuck with the same drawbacks. Using an approach informed by interpersonal, humanistic, and cognitive-behavioral therapies, I...
I believe in the dignity and worth of the person. I aim to treat each person in a caring and respectful fashion, being mindful of differences and ethnic diversity. I understand the importance of human relationships and seek to strengthen relationships to promote and restore well-being. I value integrity and am dedicated to functioning in a trustworthy manner, acting honestly and responsibly in ...
