Depression Therapists in 94518
Frances (Mikki) Broughton
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518
I am here! What are you needing and how can I help? I believe that crisis equals opportunity. A crisis that brings someone to therapy can be a pathway to growth and new ways of being, seeing and believing which makes you feel better. With an environment of safety and compassion, an individual has the opportunity to heal almost any wounding whether it happened in childhood or adult life if that is their goal.
I love my work, have been doing it for over 30 yrs and have no plans to stop. It gives my life meaning and makes my heart sing.
I am here! What are you needing and how can I help? I believe that crisis equals opportunity. A crisis that brings someone to therapy can be a pathway to growth and new ways of being, seeing and believing which makes you feel better. With an environment of safety and compassion, an individual has the opportunity to heal almost any wounding whether it happened in childhood or adult life if that is their goal.
I love my work, have been doing it for over 30 yrs and have no plans to stop. It gives my life meaning and makes my heart sing.
Sara M Pollock
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518
Not accepting new clients
My work with adolescents, families, and individual adults is both nurturing and direct. I use a relational, strengths-based, and systemic lens. I strongly believe that the relationship we build together is of fundamental importance to the healing process and that therapy is most effective when I create conditions that allow you to bring your full self into the space. I will tailor our work together to address your particular presenting challenges, taking into account your personal history, your socio-cultural background, your many strengths, and the immense expertise you bring about your own life.
My work with adolescents, families, and individual adults is both nurturing and direct. I use a relational, strengths-based, and systemic lens. I strongly believe that the relationship we build together is of fundamental importance to the healing process and that therapy is most effective when I create conditions that allow you to bring your full self into the space. I will tailor our work together to address your particular presenting challenges, taking into account your personal history, your socio-cultural background, your many strengths, and the immense expertise you bring about your own life.
Kayo Sumisaki
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518 (Online Only)
Is your child exhibiting emotional and/or behavioral problems? Are you having problems with your relationships or at work? Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety or struggling with depression? I can help. In the safety of a caring and collaborative relationship, we will work on understanding how difficult life patterns are no longer serving you. My role is to meet my clients where they are and help guide them toward making lasting positive changes. I provide both short-term and long-term therapy. Call for a free consultation today!
Is your child exhibiting emotional and/or behavioral problems? Are you having problems with your relationships or at work? Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety or struggling with depression? I can help. In the safety of a caring and collaborative relationship, we will work on understanding how difficult life patterns are no longer serving you. My role is to meet my clients where they are and help guide them toward making lasting positive changes. I provide both short-term and long-term therapy. Call for a free consultation today!
Adrian Randal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT, LEP, MA, MS, PPSC
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518
Social-emotional and behavioral challenges, Anxiety, Depression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
I am a marriage/family counselor licensed in California with over 15 years of experience working as a therapist and educational psychologist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting problems.
Social-emotional and behavioral challenges, Anxiety, Depression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
I am a marriage/family counselor licensed in California with over 15 years of experience working as a therapist and educational psychologist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting problems.
Stephanie L. Baer-Spoden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCWS
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My goal is to help empower people to live their lives as fully as possible. I believe we all want to feel safe and understood in the context of our unique histories and present circumstances. However,there are times when everyone gets stuck. We may come to desire help letting go of the pain from our past so we might develop new joyful and productive ways to live our lives now. I've done this work with individuals, couples and families, in private practice and in agencies for over 30 years.
My goal is to help empower people to live their lives as fully as possible. I believe we all want to feel safe and understood in the context of our unique histories and present circumstances. However,there are times when everyone gets stuck. We may come to desire help letting go of the pain from our past so we might develop new joyful and productive ways to live our lives now. I've done this work with individuals, couples and families, in private practice and in agencies for over 30 years.
Rachelle Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518
I have had the advantage of working in a field that brings me fulfillment as I get the opportunity to help others work through life's challenges communication difficulties, anger, anxiety, major depression, familial conflict, parenting issues/conflict career challenges, and high-risk self-injurious behaviors.
My therapeutic style is to be engaging and empathetic and assist the client in identifying why they're in need of counseling services. My nonjudgmental approach helps you feel understood, heard, and secure, allowing you to feel comfortable sharing intimate concerns and worries. I utilize various modalities such as Cognitive behavioral therapy, Solution focused therapy, and Dialectic Behavioral Like therapeutic approach, along with a family systems approach to assist you in reaching your therapeutic goals. By giving yourself grace, you will be able to move forward and grow.
I have had the advantage of working in a field that brings me fulfillment as I get the opportunity to help others work through life's challenges communication difficulties, anger, anxiety, major depression, familial conflict, parenting issues/conflict career challenges, and high-risk self-injurious behaviors.
My therapeutic style is to be engaging and empathetic and assist the client in identifying why they're in need of counseling services. My nonjudgmental approach helps you feel understood, heard, and secure, allowing you to feel comfortable sharing intimate concerns and worries. I utilize various modalities such as Cognitive behavioral therapy, Solution focused therapy, and Dialectic Behavioral Like therapeutic approach, along with a family systems approach to assist you in reaching your therapeutic goals. By giving yourself grace, you will be able to move forward and grow.
Jim W Grey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518
Our life experience as individuals impacts how we receive the world around us. There exists a unique relationship between who each of us is as a person and the moments that mount between birth and death. My intention is to gain an understanding of who you are, and the challenges that you and/or your relationship(s) face in order to build a trusting, healing relationship with you. I aim to provide a challenging space of empathetic support and non-judgmental understanding, encouraging personal growth through increased insight, and thus promoting a broader perspective as you approach solutions to the answers you are searching for.
Our life experience as individuals impacts how we receive the world around us. There exists a unique relationship between who each of us is as a person and the moments that mount between birth and death. My intention is to gain an understanding of who you are, and the challenges that you and/or your relationship(s) face in order to build a trusting, healing relationship with you. I aim to provide a challenging space of empathetic support and non-judgmental understanding, encouraging personal growth through increased insight, and thus promoting a broader perspective as you approach solutions to the answers you are searching for.
Katy Henry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, ACSW
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518 (Online Only)
I offer: tangible solutions that you can use moving forward and take with you for the rest of your life. I help you understand and process your past as a way to begin to move forward in your future and thrive in your present. I focus on a holistic approach by not only looking at your mental health struggles, but what factors you have in your life that contribute to your wellbeing. We set goals together and work as a team every step of the way!
I offer: tangible solutions that you can use moving forward and take with you for the rest of your life. I help you understand and process your past as a way to begin to move forward in your future and thrive in your present. I focus on a holistic approach by not only looking at your mental health struggles, but what factors you have in your life that contribute to your wellbeing. We set goals together and work as a team every step of the way!
Sara Fawkes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Concord, CA 94518
Are you dealing with a lot right now and feeling overwhelmed? I can help. I use proven tools and techniques that can really make a positive difference in your life - so you can stress less and feel more joy. As a psychotherapist, I'm trained to assist people with a wide range of life issues. My specialty is helping people cope with the tough stuff of life by providing emotional support, proven solutions and helpful coping skills as well as stress management/relaxation training to reduce the negative effects of stress on their lives and health..
Are you dealing with a lot right now and feeling overwhelmed? I can help. I use proven tools and techniques that can really make a positive difference in your life - so you can stress less and feel more joy. As a psychotherapist, I'm trained to assist people with a wide range of life issues. My specialty is helping people cope with the tough stuff of life by providing emotional support, proven solutions and helpful coping skills as well as stress management/relaxation training to reduce the negative effects of stress on their lives and health..
Dr. Katy Cook
Psychological Associate, PhD, AMFT
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518
I specialize in therapy focusing on trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, navigating difficult family and interpersonal relationships, identity, and life transitions, such as a change to a relationship, leaving home, or starting out in a new position or location.
Welcome! I am a postdoctoral therapist experienced in working with children, adolescents, and adults from a variety of backgrounds, with diverse interests and values. My passion is to help my clients navigate life transitions and challenges in a way that feels meaningful and authentic, in an environment where they feel safe and supported to explore what matters most to them. As your therapist, you can expect me to listen attentively, be curious about your experience, and ask questions that help us work toward your goals in therapy.
I specialize in therapy focusing on trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, navigating difficult family and interpersonal relationships, identity, and life transitions, such as a change to a relationship, leaving home, or starting out in a new position or location.
Welcome! I am a postdoctoral therapist experienced in working with children, adolescents, and adults from a variety of backgrounds, with diverse interests and values. My passion is to help my clients navigate life transitions and challenges in a way that feels meaningful and authentic, in an environment where they feel safe and supported to explore what matters most to them. As your therapist, you can expect me to listen attentively, be curious about your experience, and ask questions that help us work toward your goals in therapy.
Jonel Mizerak
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Concord, CA 94518
By seeking therapy you have begun your journey towards positive change. Counseling can help you create healthier choices, gain emotional self-awareness, and better communication and relationship patterns. I welcome individuals, couples, adults and teens who present with a variety of life challenges and from diverse backgrounds. I use an integrative approach to best fit the needs of each client. My style is empathic, supportive, interactive, collaborative and relational. I believe in creating a supportive space for each person to find their authentic self in order to live a more productive, peaceful, and joyful life.
By seeking therapy you have begun your journey towards positive change. Counseling can help you create healthier choices, gain emotional self-awareness, and better communication and relationship patterns. I welcome individuals, couples, adults and teens who present with a variety of life challenges and from diverse backgrounds. I use an integrative approach to best fit the needs of each client. My style is empathic, supportive, interactive, collaborative and relational. I believe in creating a supportive space for each person to find their authentic self in order to live a more productive, peaceful, and joyful life.
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Bunch Psychotherapy Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518
I work to support children, adolescents, and adults struggling with depression and anxiety, trauma, relational challenges, and behavioral and educational concerns.
I believe that therapy can be a powerful tool to build upon or develop skills to manage life's many twists and trials. Therapeutic work can also be extremely effective in improving and changing our relationships. I strive to create a comfortable and supportive environment where individuals feel seen, heard, and respected. I love the work that I do and I believe it is really important to maintain a level of hope that positive change can occur in your life. This hope is especially important for those who've been impacted by trauma and abuse and for new parents struggling to find their way, both populations I have a passion to serve.
I work to support children, adolescents, and adults struggling with depression and anxiety, trauma, relational challenges, and behavioral and educational concerns.
I believe that therapy can be a powerful tool to build upon or develop skills to manage life's many twists and trials. Therapeutic work can also be extremely effective in improving and changing our relationships. I strive to create a comfortable and supportive environment where individuals feel seen, heard, and respected. I love the work that I do and I believe it is really important to maintain a level of hope that positive change can occur in your life. This hope is especially important for those who've been impacted by trauma and abuse and for new parents struggling to find their way, both populations I have a passion to serve.
Wendy Brainerd
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518
I especially enjoy working with children (and families) on issues around divorce, grief, anxiety, communication, depression, self esteem and school related issues.
"When a door closes, a window opens". I use an optimistic approach to therapy. I try and guide my clients to learn from their difficult life experiences and use it as a growing opportunity.
I especially enjoy working with children (and families) on issues around divorce, grief, anxiety, communication, depression, self esteem and school related issues.
"When a door closes, a window opens". I use an optimistic approach to therapy. I try and guide my clients to learn from their difficult life experiences and use it as a growing opportunity.
Dr. Atina Manvelian
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist, assistant professor, and scientist. In my private practice, I see teens, adults, couples, and families. I take a holistic, trauma-informed, culturally-sensitive, and evidence-based approach to psychotherapy. I also provide life coaching and executive consultation. After learning about your history, stressors, and sociocultural background, I will work closely with you to meet your goals, however big or small they may seem.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist, assistant professor, and scientist. In my private practice, I see teens, adults, couples, and families. I take a holistic, trauma-informed, culturally-sensitive, and evidence-based approach to psychotherapy. I also provide life coaching and executive consultation. After learning about your history, stressors, and sociocultural background, I will work closely with you to meet your goals, however big or small they may seem.
Sora Yoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, ATR
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518
Are you seeking to dive deeper into finding awareness & meaning in life? I work with both children & adults in the areas of developmental trauma, PTSD, child-parent relationship issues & disordered eating issues. I have a background working in both patient & outpatient settings. I bring ability to work with more complicated If you are looking to find someone to help process these difficulties through holistic healing please give a call to see if we are a good fit.
Are you seeking to dive deeper into finding awareness & meaning in life? I work with both children & adults in the areas of developmental trauma, PTSD, child-parent relationship issues & disordered eating issues. I have a background working in both patient & outpatient settings. I bring ability to work with more complicated If you are looking to find someone to help process these difficulties through holistic healing please give a call to see if we are a good fit.
Silver Lake Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Daniela Finnegan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Concord, CA 94518
My hope is to help individuals (teens and adults) and families navigate the emotions that can impact their sense of self, their relationships, and their overall lives. With a compassionate and collaborative approach, we will work together to explore your unique strengths and empower you to take control of your own healing. I support individuals, couples, and families with an emphasis on caregivers in overcoming presenting challenges such as anxiety, depression, pregnancy/prenatal/postpartum, parenting, school/work difficulties, life transitions, and relationship conflicts.
My hope is to help individuals (teens and adults) and families navigate the emotions that can impact their sense of self, their relationships, and their overall lives. With a compassionate and collaborative approach, we will work together to explore your unique strengths and empower you to take control of your own healing. I support individuals, couples, and families with an emphasis on caregivers in overcoming presenting challenges such as anxiety, depression, pregnancy/prenatal/postpartum, parenting, school/work difficulties, life transitions, and relationship conflicts.
Pathway Therapy Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT-S
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518
At Pathway Therapy Center we help individuals and couples repair find recovery from sex and pornography addiction. Is your relationship in crisis because of a recent discovery? Have you just found out about your partner's affair or betrayal? Do you have a problem with a process addiction such as video gaming or compulsive spending? We are here to help with a team of expertly trained clinicians who specialize in helping those dealing with sexually addictive patterns and other process addictions. Further we have specialists who help partners deal with the impacts of having discovered that their relationship was not what they once thought it was.
At Pathway Therapy Center we help individuals and couples repair find recovery from sex and pornography addiction. Is your relationship in crisis because of a recent discovery? Have you just found out about your partner's affair or betrayal? Do you have a problem with a process addiction such as video gaming or compulsive spending? We are here to help with a team of expertly trained clinicians who specialize in helping those dealing with sexually addictive patterns and other process addictions. Further we have specialists who help partners deal with the impacts of having discovered that their relationship was not what they once thought it was.
Benjamin Huffman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518
As we move through life, the dynamics of our relationship with ourselves and the world are in a constant state of change. We often navigate this inconstant path alone but at times, especially when we feel lost in our purpose or unsure of who we are, we need help. As a licensed marriage and family therapist working in mental health for over 14 years, I'm here to help. If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, or difficult relationships, let's collaborate to discover a new way to approach these issues.
As we move through life, the dynamics of our relationship with ourselves and the world are in a constant state of change. We often navigate this inconstant path alone but at times, especially when we feel lost in our purpose or unsure of who we are, we need help. As a licensed marriage and family therapist working in mental health for over 14 years, I'm here to help. If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, or difficult relationships, let's collaborate to discover a new way to approach these issues.
Connie Hwang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Concord, CA 94518
I've worked with children, teens, families and adults in addiction, acculturation, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relational issues and life transitions.
Do you take care of everyone and everything around you and still feel empty inside? Are you always striving for perfection but never feel good enough? Does your perception of yourself negatively impact your work or your relationships? I can help break unhealthy patterns and we will work collaboratively to discover the best version of yourself.
I've worked with children, teens, families and adults in addiction, acculturation, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relational issues and life transitions.
Do you take care of everyone and everything around you and still feel empty inside? Are you always striving for perfection but never feel good enough? Does your perception of yourself negatively impact your work or your relationships? I can help break unhealthy patterns and we will work collaboratively to discover the best version of yourself.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.