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Phoenix Marriage & Family Therapy, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Greetings! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families with ten years’ service in this very rewarding work. Our team works with everyone including BIPOC, the LGBTQ+ Community, all religions and backgrounds, ages 5 to 95. I also provide group therapy to address Domestic Violence and Self-Esteem in addition to Parenting with Purpose, classes for those with ACS involvement and mandated to a parenting program by the court. I have significant experience addressing the effects of racism, chronic illness, depression, anxiety, grief and bereavement, family conflict and more.
Greetings! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families with ten years’ service in this very rewarding work. Our team works with everyone including BIPOC, the LGBTQ+ Community, all religions and backgrounds, ages 5 to 95. I also provide group therapy to address Domestic Violence and Self-Esteem in addition to Parenting with Purpose, classes for those with ACS involvement and mandated to a parenting program by the court. I have significant experience addressing the effects of racism, chronic illness, depression, anxiety, grief and bereavement, family conflict and more.
(929) 296-8704 View (929) 296-8704
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Alison Cunningham-Goldberg Psychotherapist
Art Therapist, MPS, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Alison's practice consists of professionals from diverse backgrounds, who are navigating careers, balancing family, friends, within increased challenges of daily living. Alison has successfully provided treatment for individuals who have had adverse childhood experiences which can manifest in adulthood as depression, anxiety, ptsd, or having trouble setting goals for the future. Alison has extensive experience working with children, adolescence and young adults that identify as neuro-diverse.
Alison's practice consists of professionals from diverse backgrounds, who are navigating careers, balancing family, friends, within increased challenges of daily living. Alison has successfully provided treatment for individuals who have had adverse childhood experiences which can manifest in adulthood as depression, anxiety, ptsd, or having trouble setting goals for the future. Alison has extensive experience working with children, adolescence and young adults that identify as neuro-diverse.
(332) 239-1529 View (332) 239-1529
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Tara Denneny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
(332) 248-1424 View (332) 248-1424
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Elizabeth Figueroa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Anxiety, depression and somatic complaints are part of my everyday practice.
Hello, I am glad that you are here. I have been a psychotherapist for over 25 years. My commitment to you is to be a good listener, nonjudgmental, and to provide you with a safe space. We can join together to help you to master your best approach to a balanced life. My particular style is person centered, focused on healing and is holistic; I work with the whole being that is you. As your therapist, I will work with you to provide you with skills to cope and successfully manage and treat the distress.
Anxiety, depression and somatic complaints are part of my everyday practice.
Hello, I am glad that you are here. I have been a psychotherapist for over 25 years. My commitment to you is to be a good listener, nonjudgmental, and to provide you with a safe space. We can join together to help you to master your best approach to a balanced life. My particular style is person centered, focused on healing and is holistic; I work with the whole being that is you. As your therapist, I will work with you to provide you with skills to cope and successfully manage and treat the distress.
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Mbayame (Salima) Ndoye
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Is anxiety, depression, or anger holding you from enjoying your life? Are having a hard time finding motivation after a breakup or losing a loved one? Are you struggling with your relationships/setting boundaries, or feelings of guilt. As a psychotherapist my work is driven by the deeply held belief that people get better. Every person has the ability to heal, make connections, and deserves healthy relationships. I can guide you through life's challenges with compassion and respect. My style is interactive/engaging and I work collaboratively with you to promote the growth and change you desire.
Is anxiety, depression, or anger holding you from enjoying your life? Are having a hard time finding motivation after a breakup or losing a loved one? Are you struggling with your relationships/setting boundaries, or feelings of guilt. As a psychotherapist my work is driven by the deeply held belief that people get better. Every person has the ability to heal, make connections, and deserves healthy relationships. I can guide you through life's challenges with compassion and respect. My style is interactive/engaging and I work collaboratively with you to promote the growth and change you desire.
(646) 863-5583 View (646) 863-5583
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Nadia Lemp-Nguyen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
I provide psychotherapy for adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties.
I believe in a collaborative approach with my clients to identify and address areas in their lives in which they are struggling. It is important to me to create an emotionally safe environment in which you can talk about your inner experiences in a reflective way. My goal is to help you find relief and clarity, recognizing your inherent strengths and capacity for meaningful change. Depending on your needs, I provide both short and long-term treatments. My approach and style is rooted primarily in psychodynamic and experiential theories, including AEDP. I draw on treatment approaches from various other theoretical backgrounds.
I provide psychotherapy for adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties.
I believe in a collaborative approach with my clients to identify and address areas in their lives in which they are struggling. It is important to me to create an emotionally safe environment in which you can talk about your inner experiences in a reflective way. My goal is to help you find relief and clarity, recognizing your inherent strengths and capacity for meaningful change. Depending on your needs, I provide both short and long-term treatments. My approach and style is rooted primarily in psychodynamic and experiential theories, including AEDP. I draw on treatment approaches from various other theoretical backgrounds.
(908) 860-9875 View (908) 860-9875
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Saul M Zalta
Counselor, LMHC, DBT-C
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
When we live allowing the past to dictate the future we neglect the present moment and the ability for change. My focus as a therapist is to learn from the past insofar as informs the present day, which will make for a brighter future. My goal as a clinician is to help bring my clients clarity so that they can better manage their stressors, relationships, and create new perspectives. I use an eclectic approach of therapy with my clients as each person is different and requires a form therapy suited for who they are. My specialty is in working with anxiety or depression as well as individuals who have a history of substance abuse.
When we live allowing the past to dictate the future we neglect the present moment and the ability for change. My focus as a therapist is to learn from the past insofar as informs the present day, which will make for a brighter future. My goal as a clinician is to help bring my clients clarity so that they can better manage their stressors, relationships, and create new perspectives. I use an eclectic approach of therapy with my clients as each person is different and requires a form therapy suited for who they are. My specialty is in working with anxiety or depression as well as individuals who have a history of substance abuse.
(929) 238-8575 View (929) 238-8575
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Arjon Crawford lcsw PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
The team offers CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and a multitude of other evidence based modalities to address areas of concern including but not limited to Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Adolescent development, and family conflict.
Arjon Crawford LCSW PLLC is a self-care wellness practice aiming to bring change to communities through family, individual, and business wellness support. The practice provides an innovative way to build comfort and trust with individuals and families in whatever context feels safest to them. The practice provides remote therapeutic services that are committed to creating a supportive and safe space where you feel the most comfortable to speak about your challenges and triumphs. Check out our website, meet our team and find the clinician right for you.
The team offers CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and a multitude of other evidence based modalities to address areas of concern including but not limited to Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Adolescent development, and family conflict.
Arjon Crawford LCSW PLLC is a self-care wellness practice aiming to bring change to communities through family, individual, and business wellness support. The practice provides an innovative way to build comfort and trust with individuals and families in whatever context feels safest to them. The practice provides remote therapeutic services that are committed to creating a supportive and safe space where you feel the most comfortable to speak about your challenges and triumphs. Check out our website, meet our team and find the clinician right for you.
(917) 746-2068 View (917) 746-2068
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Andy Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
My practice over the years has focused on working with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, recovery from substance use and trauma, life transitions and identity issues.
For over 35 years, I have helped people achieve their goal of living a fuller, more content life by creating a safe environment that supports exploration and growth. I am licensed in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York State.
My practice over the years has focused on working with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, recovery from substance use and trauma, life transitions and identity issues.
For over 35 years, I have helped people achieve their goal of living a fuller, more content life by creating a safe environment that supports exploration and growth. I am licensed in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York State.
(617) 336-8466 View (617) 336-8466
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Sneha Patel
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
I am a licensed psychotherapist who works with individuals, adolescents, families, and couples treating a broad range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, identity and relationship concerns. I integrate elements of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, as well as psychodynamic and mindfulness techniques to help you gain awareness and autonomy over your day to day functioning.
I am a licensed psychotherapist who works with individuals, adolescents, families, and couples treating a broad range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, identity and relationship concerns. I integrate elements of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, as well as psychodynamic and mindfulness techniques to help you gain awareness and autonomy over your day to day functioning.
(332) 244-3432 View (332) 244-3432
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Noderea John
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Couples counseling, anxiety, depression, fear, self- doubt, and trauma in children and adults.
Are you struggling to find happiness? Are you ready for a change in your life? With over 15 years in the field of social work, I have developed a passion for helping others in their pursuit of happiness, success and self-love. My focus is helping others to strengthen the relationship they have with themselves and their loved ones. Self-care is encouraged, promoted and supported. Communication skills are improved and enhanced. Through my coaching & therapeutic techniques clients develop adequate coping skills, increase self-esteem and improve their overall daily functioning and are able to attain their life goals.
Couples counseling, anxiety, depression, fear, self- doubt, and trauma in children and adults.
Are you struggling to find happiness? Are you ready for a change in your life? With over 15 years in the field of social work, I have developed a passion for helping others in their pursuit of happiness, success and self-love. My focus is helping others to strengthen the relationship they have with themselves and their loved ones. Self-care is encouraged, promoted and supported. Communication skills are improved and enhanced. Through my coaching & therapeutic techniques clients develop adequate coping skills, increase self-esteem and improve their overall daily functioning and are able to attain their life goals.
(917) 746-1153 View (917) 746-1153
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Amy Sue Polsinelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
I specialize in the treatment assisting people of all ages who present with concerns related to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, poor stress management, adjustment difficulties, trauma, sexual disorders, sexual assault, and military trauma.
My goal is to provide quality services to those who are faced with challenges in their lives and are seeking assistance in effectively managing these challenges. Everyone's journey is different and I am privileged to be able to embark on this journey with you. I am licensed in the states of Florida and New York.
I specialize in the treatment assisting people of all ages who present with concerns related to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, poor stress management, adjustment difficulties, trauma, sexual disorders, sexual assault, and military trauma.
My goal is to provide quality services to those who are faced with challenges in their lives and are seeking assistance in effectively managing these challenges. Everyone's journey is different and I am privileged to be able to embark on this journey with you. I am licensed in the states of Florida and New York.
(239) 217-9791 View (239) 217-9791
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Denise McIntosh
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSW, CASAC-2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Waitlist for new clients
At Arise & Shine Counseling, I firmly believe that not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced. It is my hope that our partnership will reinforce the understanding that asking for help is a symbol of strength. I will partner with you and guide you through the barriers of depression, anxiety, trauma, codependency, and relationship challenges.
At Arise & Shine Counseling, I firmly believe that not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced. It is my hope that our partnership will reinforce the understanding that asking for help is a symbol of strength. I will partner with you and guide you through the barriers of depression, anxiety, trauma, codependency, and relationship challenges.
(585) 302-2565 View (585) 302-2565
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Veronica Rivera-Gould
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, CACIII
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Starting a counselling process can feel daunting. Your Journey begins with a single step which you have already made by reading this information. You may feel stuck with anxious and/or depressed feelings and would like to learn healthy ways to cope and move forward. Would you like to learn more positive ways of communicating with your child, partner, parent or family? Or perhaps you wish to have a deeper connection with your partner. You hold the key to make positive changes for a happier, satisfying and fulfilling life.
Starting a counselling process can feel daunting. Your Journey begins with a single step which you have already made by reading this information. You may feel stuck with anxious and/or depressed feelings and would like to learn healthy ways to cope and move forward. Would you like to learn more positive ways of communicating with your child, partner, parent or family? Or perhaps you wish to have a deeper connection with your partner. You hold the key to make positive changes for a happier, satisfying and fulfilling life.
(475) 215-2347 View (475) 215-2347
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Andreau Charles, Areale Counseling & Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PhD(s)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
As a depth oriented therapist and life coach, I offer a safe, emotionally warm, non-judgmental therapeutic space for individuals and couples to examine behavioral patterns, explore and develop strategies to issues of anxiety, depression, confidence, shame, self-worth, self-esteem, grief, life transitions, and dating. I provide a safe and warm space for men, LGBTQ, multicultural and diasporic identities to express, and process their issues and concerns. Together, we will collaborate and explore mindful ways to remove potential barriers to the marital or professional relationship, career or academic progress you can achieve.
As a depth oriented therapist and life coach, I offer a safe, emotionally warm, non-judgmental therapeutic space for individuals and couples to examine behavioral patterns, explore and develop strategies to issues of anxiety, depression, confidence, shame, self-worth, self-esteem, grief, life transitions, and dating. I provide a safe and warm space for men, LGBTQ, multicultural and diasporic identities to express, and process their issues and concerns. Together, we will collaborate and explore mindful ways to remove potential barriers to the marital or professional relationship, career or academic progress you can achieve.
(917) 905-4463 View (917) 905-4463
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Peter Fraenkel
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
We all face challenges in life in work and love, and these can result in anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and other difficulties.
All clients need empathy, understanding, caring, and insight about the sources of their problems. But clients also want concrete suggestions about how to improve their lives. I work with a wide variety of clients, struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I specialize in couple therapy with highly-stressed couples on the brink of dissolving their relationship, but also with couples just starting out or those just beginning to have difficulties who want to prevent destructive patterns that lead to divorce. I work with children and teens in family therapy and individually, and with individual adults.
We all face challenges in life in work and love, and these can result in anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and other difficulties.
All clients need empathy, understanding, caring, and insight about the sources of their problems. But clients also want concrete suggestions about how to improve their lives. I work with a wide variety of clients, struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I specialize in couple therapy with highly-stressed couples on the brink of dissolving their relationship, but also with couples just starting out or those just beginning to have difficulties who want to prevent destructive patterns that lead to divorce. I work with children and teens in family therapy and individually, and with individual adults.
(646) 974-9461 View (646) 974-9461
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Shreya Mandal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD LCSW, CHT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Therapy is a desired journey for self-discovery at any point in our lives, and an opportunity to access our own inner resources for self-empowerment. In my practice, I integrate Western psychotherapy interventions with Eastern methods of healing. For 25 years, my cross-cultural work and clinical experience have fostered a global perspective on mental health with deep empathy and nonjudgement. I practice psychodynamic psychotherapy, clinical hypnotherapy, EMDR therapy, integrative somatic therapy, Satvavajaya Chikitsa (Ayurvedic), & Hakomi. My focus is trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, & other crises. I also offer life coaching.
Therapy is a desired journey for self-discovery at any point in our lives, and an opportunity to access our own inner resources for self-empowerment. In my practice, I integrate Western psychotherapy interventions with Eastern methods of healing. For 25 years, my cross-cultural work and clinical experience have fostered a global perspective on mental health with deep empathy and nonjudgement. I practice psychodynamic psychotherapy, clinical hypnotherapy, EMDR therapy, integrative somatic therapy, Satvavajaya Chikitsa (Ayurvedic), & Hakomi. My focus is trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, & other crises. I also offer life coaching.
(917) 525-4589 View (917) 525-4589
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Michael Sozzi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
My goal is to help clients manage & reduce their symptoms in order to create a more fulfilling life. Our work together will provide you with the tools needed to help you perform better. In addition to addressing symptoms, I also help clients discover the root causes of their concerns which is crucial for long-term success. I've built a successful practice working with clients looking for assistance in achieving both personal & professional goals. These include career guidance, executive consulting, job performance, relationship growth, reducing anxiety and depression or managing obsessive-compulsive behaviors.
My goal is to help clients manage & reduce their symptoms in order to create a more fulfilling life. Our work together will provide you with the tools needed to help you perform better. In addition to addressing symptoms, I also help clients discover the root causes of their concerns which is crucial for long-term success. I've built a successful practice working with clients looking for assistance in achieving both personal & professional goals. These include career guidance, executive consulting, job performance, relationship growth, reducing anxiety and depression or managing obsessive-compulsive behaviors.
(646) 759-4161 View (646) 759-4161
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Ben Sheff
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Our world is full of expectations—should and should nots, and prescribed definitions to make us fit existing molds. When our experience doesn’t match this template, we may feel depressed, anxious, or fragmented. My training is informed by Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Trauma Informed Care. With sensitivity to the intersections of race, ethnicity, orientation, gender, social class, and ability, I utilize a systemic lens to affirm, heal, and collaborate with you to find greater personal happiness and relationship satisfaction.
Our world is full of expectations—should and should nots, and prescribed definitions to make us fit existing molds. When our experience doesn’t match this template, we may feel depressed, anxious, or fragmented. My training is informed by Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Trauma Informed Care. With sensitivity to the intersections of race, ethnicity, orientation, gender, social class, and ability, I utilize a systemic lens to affirm, heal, and collaborate with you to find greater personal happiness and relationship satisfaction.
(646) 859-5358 View (646) 859-5358
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David Diaz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
David incorporates knowledge and techniques from various therapeutic modalities, and he can conduct therapy sessions in English and Spanish. He is passionate in listening to a client’s story on who they were, and what story they would like to have today and tomorrow. He has vast experience working with people who are challenged by depression and/or anxiety and people who have a history of self-harm and suicidal ideation. David has experience and enjoys working with clients in overcoming sexual abuse/intimate partner violence, intergenerational and racial trauma within the Queer and LGBTQIA+ communities.
David incorporates knowledge and techniques from various therapeutic modalities, and he can conduct therapy sessions in English and Spanish. He is passionate in listening to a client’s story on who they were, and what story they would like to have today and tomorrow. He has vast experience working with people who are challenged by depression and/or anxiety and people who have a history of self-harm and suicidal ideation. David has experience and enjoys working with clients in overcoming sexual abuse/intimate partner violence, intergenerational and racial trauma within the Queer and LGBTQIA+ communities.
(929) 325-0190 View (929) 325-0190
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.