Online Depression therapists in Santa Maria, California CA
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Depression
Chad Cryder
Psychologist, PhD
If life has no joy, if life feels lonely, or if life seems meaningless, then we would say you feel depressed. Depression is more than a mindset, but it has the power to grip your mind and body in fear and shame. I take a holistic approach to depression. We will explore the power of the body to help the mind while also helping the mind support the body. It is a ying-yang relationship. I am now offering Virtual Reality therapy to help with depressive symptoms.
11 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Depression
Hiroko Saeki, MA, LMFT, RDT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Drama Therapist
Does depression feel like a monster taking over your life? Depression might affect us in many different ways and prevent us from finding joy in life. I would love to help you. You don't have to struggle alone.
11 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Depression
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.
14 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Depression
Barry Ross
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a psychologist, marriage family therapist, bioenergetic analyst, and psychoanalyst with more than 30 years of clinical experience in treating adolescents, adults, and marital couples. I am skilled in helping a person to feel understood and related to in a new and helpful way.
42 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Depression
Matthew Bishop
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Doctorate in Behavioral Health Leadership
Depression isn’t just sadness; it’s the heavy fog that makes even small tasks feel impossible. I work with clients to untangle that heaviness, to find language for what they’ve been carrying, and to take small steps that can bring momentum and relief.
10 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Depression
Julie Levin
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
Depression in the context of a challenging family member makes so much sense. This is different from the kind of depression that is organic and arises out of nowhere. Instead, this is a normal response to an abnormal situation. When you feel chronically stressed, overwhelmed, and stuck, your brain tries to protect you, kind of like a rolly-poly bug. You pull inward, lose interest in activities, need more sleep, and feel blah because your brain is conserving energy until you can find a solution. As you discover new ways to cope and feel less fear and guilt about taking care of your own needs, you may find your energy, enthusiasm, lightness, and joy gradually return.
27 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
Depression
Heidi Hartston
Psychologist, PhD
Depression is a devastating thinking trap that is hard to see your way out of. It steals your energy, motivation, enjoyment and isolates you from the people and activities you love. And you can lose sight of your preciousness and the unique irreplaceable value you add to the lives of others. Working with a skilled, experienced therapist can be a game changer in finding your way out of depressive thinking spirals and finally reconnecting with meaning, purpose and enjoyment. I combine insightful, caring depth work with evidence based techniques that are most effective in freeing you from sabotaging thinking patterns and helping you to reclaim the balanced, happy life you deserve.
35 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
Depression
Kim Christine Stevens
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Specialize in supporting clients with depression
11 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Depression
Jamie Fortin
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
I work with adolescents and adults who are challenged by persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness. If you find yourself struggling to find an optimistic vision for the future you may benefit from treatment. I offer solution focused therapy for situational depression and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and other evidence-based treatment for clinical depression.
8 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Depression
Ross Kellogg, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Individual, Marriage, and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Falling into an episode of major depression can be a frightening experience. I combine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with psychodyanmic approaches to address both the current symptoms and core causes of your symptoms.
12 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
Depression
Chris 'Bucky' Bateman
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Depression is more than sadness, it's a heaviness that can make even simple things feel impossible. We work with clients experiencing depression to understand what's underneath it, develop practical coping strategies, and begin rebuilding a sense of meaning and connection. You don't have to white-knuckle your way through it alone, compassionate, evidence-based support is available.
21 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Depression
Marge Michaelson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, ACSW, DSW
Understanding and link of biology and psychology is a focus in treating depression. There are some specific ways to evaluate what treatment approaches are appropriate. Symptoms need to be labeled and approaches to each addressed.
41 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Depression
Dr. Lois Nightingale
Psychologist, MA, Ph.D.
I have worked with clients struggling with Clinical Depression since 1983. Depression can be devastation, not only to the client, but to their entire family. Research indicates that a combination of counseling and medication can help address Major Depression. I have written a book on Postpartum Depression titled: "Overcoming Postpartum Depression a Doctor's Own Story" available on Sound Cloud. I also offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, in partnership with Journey Clinical for eligible clients.
43 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Depression
Amrit Schneider
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Learn ways to identify and manage depressive symptoms.
9 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Depression
Karen Petren
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Depression tells you that nothing will help. Depression tells you to give up. Depression tells you to hide out. That no one will get it. Together, we will turn depression on its ugly head and take your life back, one tiny step at a time. A confident and experienced therapist like myself will sometimes hold your hand and other times give you a nudge you when you need it. I have seen real improvement in the toughest situations. Life does get better.
25 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
Depression
Shila Vardell, AMFT
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Depression can be intrusive and often leave you feeling as if it will never go away. We can work together to explore what is happening under the surface of the depression. We will work together to help you feel empowered and develop a greater sense of agency over your life.
3 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Depression
DL, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CCTP
I have extensive experience working with clients struggling with depression in residential treatment facilities, inpatient psychiatric facilities and outpatient mental health settings. I also serve as Clinical Director for a co-occurring disorder treatment center.
17 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
Depression
Cindy Lee Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
I specialize in working with adults experiencing depression, low mood, lack of motivation, and emotional numbness. Depression doesn’t always look like sadness. It can show up as feeling disconnected, exhausted, unmotivated, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to shift, even when you understand them intellectually.
My approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy. I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and the Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM) to address the underlying causes of depression, including unresolved trauma, loss, and long-standing relational patterns. These therapies work at the level of the brain and nervous system to help create meaningful, lasting change rather than short-term relief.
I also integrate nervous system regulation and attachment-focused work, which can be especially helpful if you tend to withdraw, shut down emotionally, or feel disconnected from yourself or others. Therapy is paced carefully to support engagement without overwhelm, particularly when motivation and energy are low.
Many clients come in feeling stuck or discouraged after trying to “push through” depression on their own. Through this work, clients often experience increased energy, improved mood, and a stronger sense of connection to themselves and their lives.
5 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Depression
Rinat Kass
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Low mood is not something that can be fixed overnight. It takes time and work to figure out the best way to deal with it. In our work together, we will work to uncover likely causes of your low mood and find out whether they are circumstantial or whether they stem from something deeper. We will work together to help you manage the unpleasant emotions as well as take meaningful steps to finding joy and meaning in your life.
19 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Depression
Russell Wilkie
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
Depression is largely caused by isolation. The more connections you have and the more activities you do, the less depression symptoms you have. Low energy is a hallmark of depression and typically we don't have the energy to do the above, so we get into a negative spiral. Therapy can provide you with the support and encouragement you need so you can do the unnatural things we all need to do to stay out of that darkness. Some people try medication and if they want to, I can work closely with the doctor to monitor the effects of medication.
34 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
Depression therapists in Santa Maria, California Statistics
Depression therapists in Santa Maria, California average 16 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Depression (100%), Anxiety or Fears (89%), and Trauma and PTSD (68%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Depression |
| 89% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 68% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 56% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 56% | Stress |
| 53% | Loss or Grief |
| 52% | Self Esteem |