Depression therapists in Linda, CA
Browse Depression therapists in Linda, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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
In-Person Near Linda, CA
Online in Linda, CA
Dr. David Shapiro
Psychologist, California Licensed Psychologist (License# PSY17495)
Depression & Mood Recalibration
Shifting from Past Ruminations to Future Alignment
Depression can quietly sap vitality, blur clarity, and make even the most capable individuals feel stuck in a cycle of emotional exhaustion. Rather than viewing depression solely as a fixed chemical state, I view it as a complex signal that key areas of life—thoughts, habits, physical health, or relationships—have become misaligned or depleted.
My current practice is optimized for adults experiencing moderate depression, persistent low mood, burnout, or mood patterns in partial remission. Because my work emphasizes strategic growth and self-actualization, we focus on helping you regain momentum, rebuild emotional resilience, and move beyond simply "surviving" toward thriving.
A Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Framework
Depression affects the whole person, and lasting relief requires a multi-dimensional approach. We systematically evaluate and optimize five core pillars of your well-being:
Cognitive & Internal Scripts: Identifying and updating negative thought patterns, self-critical narratives, and the persistent "mental noise" that maintains low mood.
Behavioral Activation: Re-engaging in purposeful, energy-generating activities that counteract the withdrawal and lethargy characteristic of depression.
Physiological & Somatic Balance: Addressing baseline lifestyle factors—such as sleep architecture, movement, and nervous system regulation—to restore physical vitality.
Relational Connection: Transforming social isolation into meaningful, supportive connections and setting healthy boundaries where needed.
Contextual & Environmental Alignment: Adjusting external stressors and life circumstances so your environment actively supports your mental health.
Future-Oriented & Collaborative Growth
A guiding premise of my work is that depression tends to lock your focus into the past—on past regrets, lost opportunities, or old hurts.
While we honor your history, our primary work shifts your trajectory forward. We collaborate to clarify what you ideally want your future to look like, breaking that vision down into practical, achievable steps. By replacing self-defeating patterns with strategies that generate real-world results, we help you step out of stagnation and reclaim an active, fulfilling life.
26 Years Experience
In-Person Near Linda, CA
Online in Linda, CA
Relationship Therapy Center - serving individuals and couples in CA online and in the Sacramento area
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, Certified Gottman Therapist
Wondering how to stop being sad? Talk therapy for depression is a non-medication treatment for depression that is very effective. Our therapist use cognitive behavioral therapy to help you get relief from depression.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Linda, CA
Online in Linda, CA
Shauni Kawelo
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC
I specialize in supporting clients experiencing depression, helping them navigate feelings of heaviness, disconnection, and low motivation. Together, we work to better understand the underlying factors contributing to these experiences while building practical strategies to reconnect with a sense of purpose, energy, and self-worth. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, focused on helping clients move at their own pace toward meaningful and sustainable change.
2 Years Experience
Online in Linda, CA
Dr. Lynne Logan
Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
There are several different kinds and origins of depression. It's important to diagnose accurately -- a physical depression? Situational depression? Hormonal? Or Psychological. Once diagnosed, proper treatment can begin. Often times, depression can be confused with grief.
41 Years Experience
Online in Linda, CA
Depression therapists in Linda, CA Statistics
Depression therapists in Linda, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (68%), Psychodynamic Therapy (44%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (36%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 64% |
In Person and Online |
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| 36% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 68% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 29% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 28% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 65% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Teen |
| 51% | Senior |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 25% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 25% | Asian |