Depression therapists in Los Angeles, California CA
Susan Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
More than feeling a little down in the dumps, depression is the overwhelming emotional exhaustion that comes from losing hope, feeling there isn't a purpose, and feeling like your life or circumstances have gotten away from you. Change feels impossible - and like too much work if we even knew where to start. Psychotherapy for depression offers a safe space to explore circumstances, thoughts, behaviors, and options. Therapy is a place to identify and challenge negative thoughts, build healthy coping strategies, and enhance self-esteem. In therapy, you'll gain compassionate support and evidence-based interventions that give you tools to rebuild and get through things.
34 Years Experience
Don ( "Dr Don" ) Etkes
Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., MFT
Learn new ways to cope with the depression that haunts your life.
37 Years Experience
Patrick Kelly, Psy.D., LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage, Family, Therapist (LMFT)
Dr. Patrick works with clients on understanding their mood and working with techniques to manage their symptoms better. Dr. Patrick can work with your psychiatrist of joint treatment goals to help with coorinated treatment.
12 Years Experience
Dr. Christina Charlotin
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I assist those who experience acute depression and/or chronic sadness. We'll explore the root, the external stressors, and current thought patterns that contribute to depressed mood while identifying the appropriate tools to face and overcome these emotional experiences.
12 Years Experience
Jayson L. Mystkowski
Psychologist, Ph.D., ABPP
Courtesy of PsychCentral: "CBT works by helping you change any unhelpful thought processes that may be contributing to your depression. Through various techniques, CBT aims to do the following:
Identify and challenge negative thoughts: CBT teaches you to spot and challenge automatic negative thoughts linked to depression, like feeling helpless, hopeless, or worthless.
Restructure cognitive patterns: A therapist will work with you to reframe your interpretation of life events, altering any core beliefs that contribute to depressive symptoms.
Develop coping strategies: CBT teaches effective coping skills and problem-solving techniques to handle challenging situations.
Behavioral activation: Your CBT therapist will encourage you to do enjoyable things to fight against feeling withdrawn and inactive, common feelings in depression.
Relapse prevention: CBT not only treats current symptoms but also focuses on preventing future relapses by teaching strategies to maintain healthier thoughts and behavior patterns..."
20 Years Experience
Sarah Farnsworth
Pre-Licensed Professional
So, you are depressed. What does that mean to you? How do you define that? What does the weight of that depression feel like, and how does it influence you? There is no doubt that you have asked yourself these questions, perhaps alone or even aloud to someone else. I offer a supportive space where we can unpack these and other questions, as well as explore the structures beneath the depressive thoughts and feelings.
1 Years Experience
Dr. Sari Shepphird
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Injury in sport can often lead to depression, as can other life disappointments. This is a common issue that I treat.
28 Years Experience
Daniel Lazar
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MBA
Men often don't like to admit they are depressed for fear of looking weak. In truth, asking for help is not shameful; it takes tremendous courage. That's the first thing I tell my clients. From there, we explore the forces behind one's depression, such as brain chemistry, upbringing, present circumstances, and unhealthy coping mechanisms. This lays the foundation for talk-therapy and skills building, two therapeutic elements that help my clients get back where they belong.
2 Years Experience
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Counselor/Therapist
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12 Years Experience
Valeriya Pestrikova
Marriage and Family Therapist
In my therapy practice, I offer targeted support for individuals grappling with depression. Using an integrative approach, we explore underlying emotional factors and work to alleviate symptoms of sadness, loss of interest, and hopelessness. My goal is to help you reclaim joy and engagement in your life, providing tools and strategies to manage and overcome depressive states.
2 Years Experience
Ryan Muldoon
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
For depression, many therapists recommend quickly getting into action with exercise, meditation, socializing, etc. These are certainly effective! But sometimes it's best to honor your depression. It’s possible that healing may begin by doing things society unfairly shames us for, like sleeping in, closing the curtain, or indulging in that pint of ice cream. My clients have reported feeling instant relief from the shame that’s lifted when they hear this. And from there, the healing continues.
3 Years Experience
Timothy Long
Registered Psychotherapist
I used to suffer on and off from depression. I felt extremely stuck in my life and had a lot of self confidence issues, social anxiety, chronic blushing and more. I resolved these issue in myself and I have helped 100s of people do the same. I would love to help you. Please sign up for a free 15-30 minute complimentary session so we can explore working together. You will be glad you took this first step. We can work in-person in Boulder, CO, or by video from anywhere.
16 Years Experience
Sean Sprigle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Depression can be like trying to walk through mud, but you don’t have to continue living this way!
7 Years Experience
Jessica Thompson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
Depressive symptoms have to be held with great care and balance. We need to empathize with the pain, try to understand it and get to its root, while also pushing the body, mind & spirit to take supportive action.
10 Years Experience
Fiorella Chujutalli
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Depression can be scary and lonely. In therapy, I will provide a safe space for you to share your emotions and together we will explore what is at the root of your depression and take steps towards the life you want.
3 Years Experience
Sandra Davis
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I focus on persistent feelings such as sadness, hopelessness and worthlessness and a lack of desire to engage in activities that interferes with daily functioning. I work through thinking, feeling, thought and behavior patterns that negatively impact symptoms of depression.
28 Years Experience
Philip Starkman
Registered Psychotherapist, MSW, RSW
In my practice, I take a compassionate and comprehensive approach to supporting clients experiencing depression. By weaving together holistic strategies and psychotherapeutic techniques such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness, I create a personalized pathway for each individual. This approach not only addresses the symptoms of depression but also the root causes and overall well-being of my clients. Techniques focusing on lifestyle adjustments, such as improving sleep patterns, nutrition, and physical activity, are integrated with therapeutic sessions to foster a deeper sense of balance and health. Through our collaborative efforts, clients gain the tools and insights needed to navigate their emotions, develop coping strategies, and ultimately, cultivate a more hopeful and positive outlook on life. Whether you're dealing with the challenges of depression for the first time or seeking new methods to manage your well-being, I am here to guide and support you on your journey towards healing and recovery.
53 Years Experience
Samer Fawaz
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., AMFT
You can “have it all” and still feel deeply depressed—an issue that can be very confusing and shameful. Depression is stigmatized in our society which adds to the level of shame we can feel when we are experiencing it. Together we can unlock what is happening under the surface of your depression and better understand what changes you want to make to feel better in your skin.
4 Years Experience
Michael Pezzullo
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
When treating depression, I take a holistic approach by considering all of the factors that can cause, and exacerbate, a depressive state. These include current stress, past trauma, grief & loss, and physiological factors.
7 Years Experience
Carl H. Shubs
Therapist, Ph.D.
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39 Years Experience