Depression therapists in Malibu, CA
Browse Depression therapists in Malibu, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Marina Edelman | TrueMe Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
We provide compassionate, evidence-based treatment for depression, helping clients move out of hopelessness and reconnect with meaning and motivation. Therapy includes both emotional processing and practical tools.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Malibu, CA
Online in Malibu, CA
Faith Szalay
Psychologist, Psy.D, M.A.
When people feel overwhelmed and defeated by anxiety, trauma, depression or relationship or substance abuse issues, it can be a critical juncture for growth and recovery. Through the safety of the therapeutic alliance, I help people overcome old patterns and beliefs and choose new options.
26 Years Experience
In-Person Near Malibu, CA
Tracy Sachs (Singh)
Therapist, MA, AMFT
Depression can feel like emptiness, exhaustion, disconnection, hopelessness, or the sense that something vital has gone quiet. Rather than approaching depression only as a collection of symptoms to eliminate, I am interested in understanding what your experience may be communicating and the personal history and relational patterns beneath it. Together we work toward greater understanding, connection, vitality, and meaningful change.
7 Years Experience
Online in Malibu, CA (Online Only)
Sara Markham MA, MFT Sara Markham
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Through an accepting and supportive guidance, I work together with adults, teenagers, and families using proven therapeutic techniques to provide solutions to their concerns. I empower clients to clarify goals and guide them to communicate more effectively and feel better in their relationships.
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near Malibu, CA
Sloane Fabricius
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, Clinical Supervisor
My hope and intent is for you to feel heard, seen, supported and hopeful about you and your circumstances. Van Gogh said it best, "I feel there is nothing more truly artistic than loving people." Our creative collaboration will equip you in getting your needs met in healthy ways.
29 Years Experience
In-Person Near Malibu, CA
Online in Malibu, CA
Eliana Kohanzad
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MDR
As a therapist specializing in depression, I offer a compassionate and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their feelings and experiences. Together, we'll work to understand the underlying causes of your depression and how it manifests in your life. Through evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices, I aim to help you challenge negative thought patterns, develop coping strategies, and regain a sense of control. Our sessions will focus on building resilience, enhancing self-esteem, and fostering a hopeful outlook for the future. I am committed to supporting you on your journey towards healing and finding renewed joy in everyday life.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Malibu, CA
Online in Malibu, CA
Bruce L. Whitney
Psychologist, Ph.D., QME
Evaluation and treatment of all major mental and emotional disorders, with focused expertise in: depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, dissociative disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), sexual trauma victims, marital and relationship issues, educational and executive coaching.
37 Years Experience
In-Person Near Malibu, CA
Online in Malibu, CA
Kristin Robert
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT
Depression is not simply sadness. It can emerge when grief has nowhere to go, anger has been turned inward, hope has repeatedly been disappointed, or a person has spent too long living disconnected from their needs, relationships, and sense of meaning. Treatment involves understanding what the depression may be communicating while restoring movement, connection, agency, and the capacity to experience life as something more than an obligation to endure.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Malibu, CA
Online in Malibu, CA
Elnaz Mayeh (WellBeCounseling)
Marriage and Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, EMDR Trained
I support people struggling with depression, low motivation, and that heavy sense of disconnection that can make life feel stuck. My approach is both compassionate and action-oriented. Together, we’ll explore what’s weighing you down while finding small, meaningful steps to help you re-engage with life. I often use behavioral activation, a powerful approach that helps you rebuild energy and purpose through intentional action, even when it feels impossible to start. You don’t have to face the darkness alone, change begins with one small move forward, and I’m here to help you take it.
9 Years Experience
Online in Malibu, CA (Online Only)
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.
30 Years Experience
In-Person Near Malibu, CA
Online in Malibu, CA
Depression therapists in Malibu, CA Statistics
Depression therapists in Malibu, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 97% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (66%), Psychodynamic Therapy (43%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (34%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 37% |
Online Only |
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| 3% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 34% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 30% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 30% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 30% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 62% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 51% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Men |
| 27% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 25% | Christian |