Depression therapists in Memphis, Tennessee TN
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Becky Short Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC/MHSP, NCC
Depression can feel all-consuming, making it hard to experience other emotions. It can also distort the way you perceive your circumstances, convincing you that how you feel reflects the truth. The good news is that depression can improve with targeted, consistent therapy that addresses both its symptoms and underlying causes. If you are struggling with depression, seeking professional support as soon as possible can make a meaningful difference.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Memphis, TN 38117
Online in Memphis, TN Tennessee
Advance Counseling & E-Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, Elizabeth Drain MS, LPC-MHSP,NCC,CEAP
How long have you struggled with agonizing symptoms of depression? Are you experiencing overwhelming negative thoughts, sadness, hopelessness, or lack motivation to do things you once loved? Let's work together to build a new you.
10 Years Experience
In-Person in Memphis, TN 38120
Online in Memphis, TN Tennessee
Dr. Jessica Kirchhoefer
Psychologist, PhD
We'll identify and challenge negative thought patterns together through CBT, while also encouraging you to accept difficult emotions with ACT. Together, we’ll create personalized coping strategies and set achievable goals to promote resilience and improve your mood. We may also explore what patterns or external factors may be contributing to depressive episodes.
6 Years Experience
Online in Memphis, TN Tennessee
Emily Blitz
Psychologist, PsyD
Depression often reflects more than sadness—it can signal unmet emotional needs, patterns in relationships, or early experiences that still shape your life. In our work, we gently explore what your feelings are communicating while offering a steady, supportive presence. By approaching depression with curiosity and care, it can become a doorway to understanding yourself more deeply and finding renewed connection and meaning.
12 Years Experience
Online in Memphis, TN Tennessee (Online Only)
Dr. Caroline Hicks
Psychologist, PhD, LP
With depression, things can feel incredibly exhausting - and most steps to take towards getting out of a depressive episode can feel forced. I work with people to find realistic steps in decreasing the intensity of their depression, and find a path towards relief. This often includes a collaboration between building coping skills, and exploring the triggers to your depression. I have gotten feedback that my space provides a nice balance of processing and finding sustainable steps in reducing depression.
9 Years Experience
Online in Memphis, TN Tennessee (Online Only)
Memphis has among the highest rates of poverty and violent crime in the United States, and its therapists frequently specialize in trauma, PTSD, and the psychological effects of chronic community-level violence and economic stress. The city's African American community — which comprises a majority of the population and carries a rich cultural heritage rooted in blues, soul, and civil rights history — drives strong demand for culturally affirming therapists who understand racial trauma and intergenerational resilience. Regional One Health and Baptist Memorial Health Care provide major institutional mental health resources alongside a growing network of community clinics. Memphis's deep musical identity sustains a creative community with its own distinctive mental health needs around artistic expression, economic precarity, and the weight of legacy.
Depression therapists in Memphis, Tennessee Statistics
Depression therapists in Memphis, Tennessee average 18 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (80%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (38%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (34%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 80% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 38% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 34% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 28% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 28% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 27% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 65% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 45% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 52% | Women |
| 33% | Men |
| 32% | LGBTQ+ |
| 25% | Military / Veterans |
| 21% | Hispanic / Latino |