Depression therapists in San Diego, CA
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Depression
Hayden Dover
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT, CST
Depression is not something I approach as an isolated symptom list. It often involves disconnection from energy, pleasure, purpose, the body, relationships, or a sense of possibility. My work focuses on understanding what has contributed to that disconnection while also helping clients move toward more vitality, engagement, self-understanding, connection, meaning, and a life that feels more alive, satisfying, and worth participating in.
22 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92116
Online in San Diego, CA
Depression
Melissa Quinn Pollock
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Chronic low mood is not uncommon in our society. I help clients from a standpoint of radical authenticity and an understanding that those typically afflicted by depression have higher emotional and intelligence quotients. Given this, clients are often are able to do meaningful work in remitting and maintaining depressive symptoms and moving toward purpose and fulfillment.
13 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Depression
A Place of Growth
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Evidenced based practices using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness techniques to work through your depression and help you arrive at a point where you don't feel "stuck".
15 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92108
Online in San Diego, 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
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92102
Online in San Diego, CA
Depression
Dr. Divya Kakaiya Healthy Within
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist Ph. D M.S. BCN-L
Depression leaves a distinct fingerprint on the brain — abnormal patterns of frontal lobe asymmetry, excess slow-wave activity, and underactivation in regions governing motivation, pleasure, and emotional resilience.
Neurofeedback targets these patterns precisely, nudging the brain toward more balanced, energized activity. Unlike medication, which manages symptoms chemically, neurofeedback trains the brain to generate healthier states on its own — building genuine neurological resilience rather than dependence on an external solution.
41 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92121
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 San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Depression
Whole Wellness Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
The word "depressed" is thrown around alot. Sometimes it is hard to know the difference between sadness and clinical depression. However, depression doesn't always feel "sad," sometimes it feels numb, empty, or even painful. It doesn't always show up as an emotion at all. Sometimes depression looks like feeling tired very often, changes in appetite or sleep, canceling plans with friends, wanting to be alone all the time OR surrounding yourself with people all the time. Depression has many faces. Our team of trained therapists can help to determine what might be happening in your life contributing to any of the signs or symptoms listed that you might relate to.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92108
Online in San Diego, CA
Depression
Su Boudreau, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Domestic Violence Counselor
Depression is another common diagnosis that I have seen in clinical practice. It can happen from many sources of events or memories. Identifying the triggers and symptoms along with other resources will be helpful in reducing and managing depressive symptoms effectively.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Depression
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!
9 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92037
Online in San Diego, CA
Depression
Vince Heyman
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Depression can feel heavy and draining, making it hard to find motivation, joy, or a sense of meaning. You may feel disconnected from yourself or others, stuck in cycles of self-criticism or guilt, or exhausted no matter how much you rest. Over time, depression can shrink your world and make it difficult to believe that things can truly change.
In therapy with me, we’ll work to understand what’s contributing to your depression and gently reconnect you with yourself and your life. You’ll gain practical tools to help lift the weight day to day, while also working through the patterns, beliefs, and emotional pain beneath the surface. Together, we’ll move toward greater stability, self-compassion, and a life that feels more alive and aligned.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92102
Online in San Diego, CA
Depression
Patricia Fahmy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Depression can make even simple tasks feel overwhelming. You may feel emotionally numb, disconnected from others, exhausted, hopeless, or like you're simply going through the motions of life.
Many people also find themselves withdrawing from relationships, losing confidence in themselves, or feeling stuck in patterns they can't seem to change.
I help you understand what may be contributing to these feelings, reconnect with yourself, strengthen coping skills, and begin moving toward greater hope, energy, and emotional well-being.
7 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Depression
Bridgit Serrano
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
I help clients get to the root of their depressive symptoms. Depression is not forever. I also specialize in depression that emerges during pregnancy and postpartum, or in the aftermath of a traumatic birth experience.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Depression
Diandra Medina, MFT & Associates
Marriage and Family Therapist, Masters
The weight of the sadness or hopelessness that is present when experiencing depression can be a lot to navigate alone. Therapy with us will provide initial support through providing practical skills to assist in lifting overall mood and increasing natural support system.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92101
Online in San Diego, CA
Depression
Jacqlyn Wax Creviston
Psychologist, M.A. Sports Pysychology; Psy.D Clinical Psychology
Treatment for depressive disorders include:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to change negative pattern thinking
Interpersonal therapy to develop healthy relational patterns
Depth therapy for resolving unresolved, unconscious issues
Enhancing exercise and nutrition
6 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Depression
Tara McGrath
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Depression is often less about feeling sad and more about feeling numb or "blah." I've worked with folks with varying degrees of depression for as long as I have been a therapist. The way out is often a mixture of self-compassion, tiny action steps to build momentum, and getting distance from negative thinking and reducing its power.
23 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92116
Online in San Diego, CA
Depression
Claire Babbitt, LMFT, JD
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, J.D.
In some cases patients experience depression because of underlying unresolved conflict. It can be helpful to gain insight into some of the individual's struggles and fears, which in some cases may be unconscious and not are not always apparent to the patient. Insight gained in psychodynamic psychotherapy may help
patients gain clarity and understanding into patterns and reactions which have contributed to the patient's anxiety and in some cases difficulty in relationships.
In some cases referral for psychiatric evaluation or medication may be helpful , depending on whether this is something the patient wants to consider.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92127
Online in San Diego, CA
Depression
GRIS ALVES
Counselor/Therapist, Compassionate Inquiry, Trauma Informed Mindfulness Teacher
I work with clients experiencing depression through a compassionate, trauma-informed lens that explores the emotional, somatic, and relational roots of low mood. Using Compassionate Inquiry®, we gently uncover patterns shaped by early experiences and life stress, while building self-awareness, emotional resilience, and meaningful coping strategies. For some clients, we also explore the supportive use of microdosing as an adjunct to therapy, helping enhance self-reflection and emotional regulation. Therapy provides a safe, supportive space to reconnect with your inner wisdom and reclaim a sense of hope and purpose.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92104
Online in San Diego, CA
Depression
Stephanie Sandoval - COLLECTIVE SPACE THERAPY
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
It's okay to not be okay. With extensive training and experience working in a Los Angeles-based group practice, my specializations include expertise in depression. I offer a 15 min free consultation, feel free to reach out to see if we're a good fit!
11 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92103
Online in San Diego, 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
In-Person in San Diego, CA
Online in San Diego, CA
Depression
Azmaira Maker, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience and received my Ph.D. from University of Michigan in both the child and adult tracks. We offer services for depression for children, adolescents, college students, and adults. Our expertise includes individual and family therapy, in-school and in-home support, neurofeedback, and expressive arts therapy. Our team specializes in a range of modalities including, cognitive-behavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, family therapy, dialectical-behavioral therapy, play therapy, and motivational interviewing.
28 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92130
Online in San Diego, CA
San Diego's identity as a major military and biotech hub creates dual demand for therapists specializing in veteran trauma and PTSD on one hand, and the high-functioning anxiety and burnout of the life sciences industry on the other. The city's large active-duty population at Naval Base San Diego and Camp Pendleton means therapists with military specialty training are consistently sought after, and many practices are specifically oriented toward service members and their families. San Diego's border location and large Latino population drive demand for bilingual therapists and culturally affirming care for immigrant and mixed-status families. Scripps Health and UC San Diego Health provide institutional mental health anchors across the county.
Depression therapists in San Diego, CA Statistics
Depression therapists in San Diego, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (67%), Psychodynamic Therapy (43%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (35%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 27% |
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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| 37% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 67% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 31% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 31% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 30% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 64% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Senior |
| 51% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 28% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 26% | Asian |