Depression Therapists in Austin, TX
Do you feel isolated, scrutinized, and uncomfortable in your own skin? Does it take maximum effort to accomplish minor tasks? Do personal issues come between you and your professional goals? Have you experienced traumatic events that continue to weigh heavily on you long after the event has passed? You are not lazy, unmotivated, or unfocused. These may be symptoms of anxiety, depression, and unresolved trauma, including those caused by the repeated micro-aggressions experienced by sexual, gender, racial, and ethnic minorities. Yes, therapy can help.
Do you feel isolated, scrutinized, and uncomfortable in your own skin? Does it take maximum effort to accomplish minor tasks? Do personal issues come between you and your professional goals? Have you experienced traumatic events that continue to weigh heavily on you long after the event has passed? You are not lazy, unmotivated, or unfocused. These may be symptoms of anxiety, depression, and unresolved trauma, including those caused by the repeated micro-aggressions experienced by sexual, gender, racial, and ethnic minorities. Yes, therapy can help.
Are you feeling stuck,anxious,or depressed? These days I believe we all need help finding light at the end of the tunnel. On top of that, it isn't easy to find a therapist you resonate with. That is why I offer a complimentary 30 minute consultation to see if we would be a good fit. I believe when people can feel heard and felt without judgement in a safe space there is hope for healing and growth. I can help by dialing down stress and anxiety while building a foundation of resilience. Would you like to discover more clarity in your life? I believe we all have the capacity to find inner peace in a chaotic world.
Are you feeling stuck,anxious,or depressed? These days I believe we all need help finding light at the end of the tunnel. On top of that, it isn't easy to find a therapist you resonate with. That is why I offer a complimentary 30 minute consultation to see if we would be a good fit. I believe when people can feel heard and felt without judgement in a safe space there is hope for healing and growth. I can help by dialing down stress and anxiety while building a foundation of resilience. Would you like to discover more clarity in your life? I believe we all have the capacity to find inner peace in a chaotic world.
Mandy Menzer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78748
Waitlist for new clients
Please be aware that I currently have a long waiting list and am not accepting new clients at this time. I am a private practitioner in the Austin area who provides individual counseling and couples counseling. In my work with individuals, anxiety, depression and relationship issues are frequent concerns. In my practice, I strive to provide an atmosphere that is caring and supportive but that also challenges you to your full growth and potential. I believe that change takes place in the context of an honest, trusting relationship in which clients feel both accepted and empowered.
Please be aware that I currently have a long waiting list and am not accepting new clients at this time. I am a private practitioner in the Austin area who provides individual counseling and couples counseling. In my work with individuals, anxiety, depression and relationship issues are frequent concerns. In my practice, I strive to provide an atmosphere that is caring and supportive but that also challenges you to your full growth and potential. I believe that change takes place in the context of an honest, trusting relationship in which clients feel both accepted and empowered.
Damaris (Bilingual) Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78705
Damaris has extensive experience working with different ages who have a variety of mental health diagnosis: anxiety, depression, suicidality, self-harm, and trauma.
Are you having trouble letting go of painful and unhelpful thinking patterns? Feeling a sense of ‘now what’? What about debilitating anxious feelings? Are you ready to explore/process how past trauma(s) may be impacting your life? Perhaps you are experiencing stress or difficult transitions. Whether you’re battling depression, feeling anxious, experiencing conflict, or dealing with symptoms from trauma, Damaris will provide a safe space to help support and guide you toward your personal goals.
Damaris has extensive experience working with different ages who have a variety of mental health diagnosis: anxiety, depression, suicidality, self-harm, and trauma.
Are you having trouble letting go of painful and unhelpful thinking patterns? Feeling a sense of ‘now what’? What about debilitating anxious feelings? Are you ready to explore/process how past trauma(s) may be impacting your life? Perhaps you are experiencing stress or difficult transitions. Whether you’re battling depression, feeling anxious, experiencing conflict, or dealing with symptoms from trauma, Damaris will provide a safe space to help support and guide you toward your personal goals.
Patricia Truhn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78704 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals and families who are struggling with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, behavioral issues, and family conflict.
I believe at some point in our lives we all need some extra support. Therapy gives people the opportunity to talk to a non-judgmental, caring individual who can help you in the difficult moments of your life, and help you feel not alone or lost.
I specialize in working with individuals and families who are struggling with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, behavioral issues, and family conflict.
I believe at some point in our lives we all need some extra support. Therapy gives people the opportunity to talk to a non-judgmental, caring individual who can help you in the difficult moments of your life, and help you feel not alone or lost.
Oscar Higareda
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78704 (Online Only)
Regardless of demography, I've aided kids, adults, and teens dealing with depression, trauma, and suicidal thoughts.
Are you grappling with life changes, relationship issues or mental health challenges? My name is Maria, a dedicated and empathetic counselor with a Master's in Counseling Psychology from Texas A&M International University. I take pride in walking alongside individuals like you on the path to personal growth and clarity. I offer therapy in both English and Spanish, and my approach is rooted in compassion, understanding, and the belief that everyone deserves to live a life that feels fulfilling and free of burden.
Regardless of demography, I've aided kids, adults, and teens dealing with depression, trauma, and suicidal thoughts.
Are you grappling with life changes, relationship issues or mental health challenges? My name is Maria, a dedicated and empathetic counselor with a Master's in Counseling Psychology from Texas A&M International University. I take pride in walking alongside individuals like you on the path to personal growth and clarity. I offer therapy in both English and Spanish, and my approach is rooted in compassion, understanding, and the belief that everyone deserves to live a life that feels fulfilling and free of burden.
Live Oak Collective
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731 (Online Only)
For people who struggle with anxiety and depression, other mental health problems, relationships, past or recent trauma, or attention issues, finding a good therapist can feel like an insurmountable challenge. Finding one who takes your insurance, is trauma informed, an LGBTQIA+ ally, culturally affirming, and actually "gets" you can feel like winning the lottery! We really want that for you. Live Oak Collective was founded with the goal of connecting dynamic therapists with Texans who want to heal, grow, change, and challenge themselves.
For people who struggle with anxiety and depression, other mental health problems, relationships, past or recent trauma, or attention issues, finding a good therapist can feel like an insurmountable challenge. Finding one who takes your insurance, is trauma informed, an LGBTQIA+ ally, culturally affirming, and actually "gets" you can feel like winning the lottery! We really want that for you. Live Oak Collective was founded with the goal of connecting dynamic therapists with Texans who want to heal, grow, change, and challenge themselves.
Joanne Terry Swanson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
Waitlist for new clients
Are you navigating a difficult life transition, struggling with depression and anxiety, experiencing grief over a significant loss? Do you sometimes experience overwhelming thoughts and emotions that seem to get in the way? Are you feeling disconnected within significant relationships? Do you wish to experience more joy and gain confidence in your ability to face the often-painful challenges that life as a human being can bring? Therapy can provide a quiet, collaborative space where you will gain insight, clarify your unique goals and values, and discover new ways to cope that foster healing yourself and your relationships.
Are you navigating a difficult life transition, struggling with depression and anxiety, experiencing grief over a significant loss? Do you sometimes experience overwhelming thoughts and emotions that seem to get in the way? Are you feeling disconnected within significant relationships? Do you wish to experience more joy and gain confidence in your ability to face the often-painful challenges that life as a human being can bring? Therapy can provide a quiet, collaborative space where you will gain insight, clarify your unique goals and values, and discover new ways to cope that foster healing yourself and your relationships.
My mission as a therapist is to empower and inspire you to 1) form a bold, honest vision of what you really want, whether in work, school, relationship(s), or your life as a whole; and 2) make it real. This may mean overcoming psychological roadblocks like anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma. It may also mean casting off unchosen burdens and thinking in new, unconventional ways about what you really want and why. Regardless of what sorts of dragons you need to slay, I will provide an arsenal of science-based tools and an endless supply of moral support to help you fight your chosen fight - and to remember why it's worth it.
My mission as a therapist is to empower and inspire you to 1) form a bold, honest vision of what you really want, whether in work, school, relationship(s), or your life as a whole; and 2) make it real. This may mean overcoming psychological roadblocks like anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma. It may also mean casting off unchosen burdens and thinking in new, unconventional ways about what you really want and why. Regardless of what sorts of dragons you need to slay, I will provide an arsenal of science-based tools and an endless supply of moral support to help you fight your chosen fight - and to remember why it's worth it.
Areas of Focus in my Practice: Life Transitions, Depression, Anxiety, Perinatal and Postpartum Depression and Anxiety, Pregnancy Loss, Grief and Loss, Infertility, Work/Family Balance, Transforming Relationships, Parenting, Perimenopause, Menopause.
I have dedicated the last 20 years to issues uniquely related to women struggling with overwhelming life transitions, painful family dynamics, grief and loss, and mood disorders. I strive to provide a safe place where you can speak freely without fear of judgement and be fully understood. It is from this emotionally safe place that you will gain insight into yourself and your relationships. Often, what we believe about ourselves is inaccurate, and the resulting misplaced guilt is common among women. We will explore and develop new ways of perceiving yourself and others, while practicing new communication styles and strategies.
Areas of Focus in my Practice: Life Transitions, Depression, Anxiety, Perinatal and Postpartum Depression and Anxiety, Pregnancy Loss, Grief and Loss, Infertility, Work/Family Balance, Transforming Relationships, Parenting, Perimenopause, Menopause.
I have dedicated the last 20 years to issues uniquely related to women struggling with overwhelming life transitions, painful family dynamics, grief and loss, and mood disorders. I strive to provide a safe place where you can speak freely without fear of judgement and be fully understood. It is from this emotionally safe place that you will gain insight into yourself and your relationships. Often, what we believe about ourselves is inaccurate, and the resulting misplaced guilt is common among women. We will explore and develop new ways of perceiving yourself and others, while practicing new communication styles and strategies.
Hi, my name is Cathleen Kimmel and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience. I work with adults and adolescents in a very collaborative manner to help them find happiness and joy in life. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, bipolar, low self-esteem, relationship issues, pregnancy/postpartum, grief, LGBTQ+ and other life adjustments. I use a person-center approach with a mixture of CBT, DBT, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help clients meet their treatment goals. I work collaboratively with my clients to ensure that progress is made and that clients are getting what they need from therapy.
Hi, my name is Cathleen Kimmel and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience. I work with adults and adolescents in a very collaborative manner to help them find happiness and joy in life. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, bipolar, low self-esteem, relationship issues, pregnancy/postpartum, grief, LGBTQ+ and other life adjustments. I use a person-center approach with a mixture of CBT, DBT, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help clients meet their treatment goals. I work collaboratively with my clients to ensure that progress is made and that clients are getting what they need from therapy.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703 (Online Only)
It would be my honor to work with individuals on anxiety, depression and trauma issues.
You made it here! No matter what happened today, you decided not to be taken down by it! You took the FIRST step in your journey of wellbeing. I welcome you with an open mind and immense curiosity with absolutely no judgments. I strive towards creating the safety that you look forward to in this very moment to express your thoughts and feelings, with a sense of warmth and comfort. As Maya Angelou says, "My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style". I look forward to being that empathic and compassionate person for your therapeutic needs!
It would be my honor to work with individuals on anxiety, depression and trauma issues.
You made it here! No matter what happened today, you decided not to be taken down by it! You took the FIRST step in your journey of wellbeing. I welcome you with an open mind and immense curiosity with absolutely no judgments. I strive towards creating the safety that you look forward to in this very moment to express your thoughts and feelings, with a sense of warmth and comfort. As Maya Angelou says, "My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style". I look forward to being that empathic and compassionate person for your therapeutic needs!
Polly Robertson (Enteave Counseling)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759 (Online Only)
A licensed clinical social worker with more than 20 years of experience, I work with adults and teens dealing with depression, anxiety, dual-diagnosis (substance abuse), developmental disabilities, adoption issues, and trauma.
Being nervous about starting therapy is natural, which is why I work with each client to establish a relationship of honesty and openness so you can feel comfortable sharing your feelings. There is no magic wand in life but you don’t have to face challenges on your own. Therapy is a journey. I approach each session as a time to learn about you—what motivates you and what ails you. I understand the importance of each individual’s culture so I can fully understand you as a person. Together, we will determine the best possible solutions to address your individual needs.
A licensed clinical social worker with more than 20 years of experience, I work with adults and teens dealing with depression, anxiety, dual-diagnosis (substance abuse), developmental disabilities, adoption issues, and trauma.
Being nervous about starting therapy is natural, which is why I work with each client to establish a relationship of honesty and openness so you can feel comfortable sharing your feelings. There is no magic wand in life but you don’t have to face challenges on your own. Therapy is a journey. I approach each session as a time to learn about you—what motivates you and what ails you. I understand the importance of each individual’s culture so I can fully understand you as a person. Together, we will determine the best possible solutions to address your individual needs.
Veronica Turullols-Gonzalez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78745
Over the last 8 years I have worked with teens, families, and adults who have experienced depression, anxiety, grief/loss, anger issues, bipolar, PTSD, thoughts/attempts of suicide, self-harm, panic attacks, existential stress, abuse, trauma, addiction, body dysmorphia, LGBTQIA+ issues, cultural shock, interpersonal conflict, life transitions and much more.
My goal is to provide you with a space to process the difficult things but also empower you so that you leave each session feeling a little more whole than the last. Within this safe space your needs come first, judgment will never be placed on you, you can be your true genuine self, and you get to choose what you want out of your treatment. My approach to therapy is warm, empathetic, and strengths based. I utilize several different modalities to best meet individuals needs but almost always incorporate some form of positive psychology and/or mindfulness to strengthen neuro-connections in the brain that influence positive thinking.
Over the last 8 years I have worked with teens, families, and adults who have experienced depression, anxiety, grief/loss, anger issues, bipolar, PTSD, thoughts/attempts of suicide, self-harm, panic attacks, existential stress, abuse, trauma, addiction, body dysmorphia, LGBTQIA+ issues, cultural shock, interpersonal conflict, life transitions and much more.
My goal is to provide you with a space to process the difficult things but also empower you so that you leave each session feeling a little more whole than the last. Within this safe space your needs come first, judgment will never be placed on you, you can be your true genuine self, and you get to choose what you want out of your treatment. My approach to therapy is warm, empathetic, and strengths based. I utilize several different modalities to best meet individuals needs but almost always incorporate some form of positive psychology and/or mindfulness to strengthen neuro-connections in the brain that influence positive thinking.
Dr. Danielle Sirles
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
As a psychologist, I’ve been trained in a number of research-based, trauma-informed, identity-affirming approaches to effectively address most mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Life can take unexpected turns, oftentimes leaving us feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or just plain lost. Whether you’re struggling with burnout, questioning the next steps in your relationship, learning the ropes of a new life role (parent, caregiver, student, professional, etc.), considering a career change, adjusting to someone’s absence in your life, or just trying to figure out how to be a functioning human being while wading through the stressors of life, I’m here to help.
As a psychologist, I’ve been trained in a number of research-based, trauma-informed, identity-affirming approaches to effectively address most mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Life can take unexpected turns, oftentimes leaving us feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or just plain lost. Whether you’re struggling with burnout, questioning the next steps in your relationship, learning the ropes of a new life role (parent, caregiver, student, professional, etc.), considering a career change, adjusting to someone’s absence in your life, or just trying to figure out how to be a functioning human being while wading through the stressors of life, I’m here to help.
Jeremy Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LCDC, BCN, CART
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701
Neurofeedback involves identifying and monitoring brainwave patterns that are associated with unwanted mental states including: mental fogginess, anxiety and Depression.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified in EEG Biofeedback. I use cognitive behavioral and mindfulness approaches to help my clients have more control over their emotions and accomplish their therapeutic goals. However, you are the real expert on yourself and the most important part of the counseling process is that we establish a collaborative therapeutic relationship where you feel safe, not judged and truly understood. Research shows when this type of relationship is formed, therapy is more effective and you will feel more comfortable to engage in self reflection and more likely to experience positive change.
Neurofeedback involves identifying and monitoring brainwave patterns that are associated with unwanted mental states including: mental fogginess, anxiety and Depression.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified in EEG Biofeedback. I use cognitive behavioral and mindfulness approaches to help my clients have more control over their emotions and accomplish their therapeutic goals. However, you are the real expert on yourself and the most important part of the counseling process is that we establish a collaborative therapeutic relationship where you feel safe, not judged and truly understood. Research shows when this type of relationship is formed, therapy is more effective and you will feel more comfortable to engage in self reflection and more likely to experience positive change.
Feliss Goree
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CRC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731 (Online Only)
I can assist you with coping and working through concerns or issues related to anxiety, depression, grief, stress management, life changes and transitions, and trauma.
Congrats on making it this far, you deserve this! I hope you’ve found exactly what you’re looking for, right here on my profile. Your search is over! I know it’s difficult, navigating through the stress of work or school, generational curses, and everything else in this world through experience and with many questions. I understand how hard it was to get to this point; making a conscious decision to seek a therapeutic relationship to help build a better you. Despite the negative or discouraging comments you’ve heard or thoughts you may have, you’ve taken the most important step: starting your search for a connection of a lifetime.
I can assist you with coping and working through concerns or issues related to anxiety, depression, grief, stress management, life changes and transitions, and trauma.
Congrats on making it this far, you deserve this! I hope you’ve found exactly what you’re looking for, right here on my profile. Your search is over! I know it’s difficult, navigating through the stress of work or school, generational curses, and everything else in this world through experience and with many questions. I understand how hard it was to get to this point; making a conscious decision to seek a therapeutic relationship to help build a better you. Despite the negative or discouraging comments you’ve heard or thoughts you may have, you’ve taken the most important step: starting your search for a connection of a lifetime.
Do you prioritize everyone else in your life? Do you have difficulty comfortably expressing your feelings? Have you noticed negative patterns in your relationships? As a clinical psychologist, I assist clients with making desired changes in their relationships and behaviors. Therapy is utilized to improve self esteem, communication, and build coping skills. I frequently treat clients struggling with issues of codependency, depression and anxiety. I also assist clients who are navigating through a particularly challenging time in their lives, so that they are able to move forward with an improved sense of self and direction.
Do you prioritize everyone else in your life? Do you have difficulty comfortably expressing your feelings? Have you noticed negative patterns in your relationships? As a clinical psychologist, I assist clients with making desired changes in their relationships and behaviors. Therapy is utilized to improve self esteem, communication, and build coping skills. I frequently treat clients struggling with issues of codependency, depression and anxiety. I also assist clients who are navigating through a particularly challenging time in their lives, so that they are able to move forward with an improved sense of self and direction.
LeAnn Dapper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78705 (Online Only)
Life can be difficult and full of unexpected challenges. I work with adolescents, adults and families in addressing these challenges, finding new ways to cope and function more effectively. I have experience treating disordered eating, body image, self harm, anxiety, interpersonal issues and depression. I also have experience assisting those going through life transitions such as divorce, job changes, and grief. While having been trained in dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive behavior therapy, I also incorporate other theoretical backgrounds in my approach, depending on client need and individual personality.
Life can be difficult and full of unexpected challenges. I work with adolescents, adults and families in addressing these challenges, finding new ways to cope and function more effectively. I have experience treating disordered eating, body image, self harm, anxiety, interpersonal issues and depression. I also have experience assisting those going through life transitions such as divorce, job changes, and grief. While having been trained in dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive behavior therapy, I also incorporate other theoretical backgrounds in my approach, depending on client need and individual personality.
My experience includes working with life transitions (military and civilian), athletic performance barriers, individual stress, individual anxiety, individual depression, Military Trauma, PTSD, addiction, and the personal, social, career, and academic success of students.
Since 2023, I have been using person-centered and motivation-enhancement practices to promote emotional, mental, and social harmony. I founded Lets Talk... Professional Counseling, PLLC to help empower clients to experience life with acceptance, compassion, and love. My goal is to provide an accessible, effective, and responsive counseling experience that supports a rewarding, positive life. Our work together will focus on identifying, exploring, and understanding emotional and interpersonal obstacles to achieve mental wellbeing.
My experience includes working with life transitions (military and civilian), athletic performance barriers, individual stress, individual anxiety, individual depression, Military Trauma, PTSD, addiction, and the personal, social, career, and academic success of students.
Since 2023, I have been using person-centered and motivation-enhancement practices to promote emotional, mental, and social harmony. I founded Lets Talk... Professional Counseling, PLLC to help empower clients to experience life with acceptance, compassion, and love. My goal is to provide an accessible, effective, and responsive counseling experience that supports a rewarding, positive life. Our work together will focus on identifying, exploring, and understanding emotional and interpersonal obstacles to achieve mental wellbeing.
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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.