Bixby Mental Health
Welcome to Bixby Mental Health. Whether you're a teen navigating the complexities of adolescence, or an adult facing life's challenges, our passionate team will help you achieve a more positive life. Our approach centers around the profound impact of the ...
Hosted by Valerie Schiro
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90048
Welcome to Bixby Mental Health. Whether you're a teen navigating the complexities of adolescence, or an adult facing life's challenges, our passionate team will help you achieve a more positive life. Our approach centers around the profound impact of the ...
Grief Support Group
It's important to talk about your loved one, honor your emotions and recognize the various stages of mourning. With loss also comes changes in self-identity and the role a person plays in life. This group is a safe space where ...
Hosted by Cathy Trenary
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90025
It's important to talk about your loved one, honor your emotions and recognize the various stages of mourning. With loss also comes changes in self-identity and the role a person plays in life. This group is a safe space where ...
Growing 21st Century Resilience - open enrollment
Developing resilience is essential in helping to cope and thrive with the challenges of a rapidly changing world… Our online group will meet to discuss real-world mental health challenges in our current society and within ourselves, and include practical tools ...
Hosted by Renée Glick
MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90068
Developing resilience is essential in helping to cope and thrive with the challenges of a rapidly changing world… Our online group will meet to discuss real-world mental health challenges in our current society and within ourselves, and include practical tools ...
ACT for Anxiety and Depression – 8 Week Group
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a form of therapy that helps you relate differently to your anxiety, depression, and self-defeating behaviors. What do you mean by acceptance and commitment? Acceptance refers to bringing an open and willing attitude toward ...
Hosted by Cristina Wood
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90094
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a form of therapy that helps you relate differently to your anxiety, depression, and self-defeating behaviors. What do you mean by acceptance and commitment? Acceptance refers to bringing an open and willing attitude toward ...
Men's Process Group
THE GROUP ADDRESSES WORKING THROUGH REPEATED, UNCOSCIOUS PATTERNS OF THOUGHT AND BEHAVIOR THAT ARE CREATING DYSFUNCTION IN A MAN'S LIFE. THE GROUP REPRESENTS THE FAMILY TO THE UNCONSCIOUS. IN THIS WAY WE "GIVE THE UNCONSCIOUS A SECOND CHANCE" TO EXPERIENCE ...
Hosted by Charles V Rosasco
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, CIRT, SILC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90048
THE GROUP ADDRESSES WORKING THROUGH REPEATED, UNCOSCIOUS PATTERNS OF THOUGHT AND BEHAVIOR THAT ARE CREATING DYSFUNCTION IN A MAN'S LIFE. THE GROUP REPRESENTS THE FAMILY TO THE UNCONSCIOUS. IN THIS WAY WE "GIVE THE UNCONSCIOUS A SECOND CHANCE" TO EXPERIENCE ...
Los Feliz Psychotherapy
People come to therapy to address various issues in their lives. They may be going through a major life transition or feel stuck in their work life or their relationships. We help by providing a safe space to explore all ...
Hosted by Christina Decoux
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90039
People come to therapy to address various issues in their lives. They may be going through a major life transition or feel stuck in their work life or their relationships. We help by providing a safe space to explore all ...
Depression/Anxiety
Do you wrestle with depression and/or anxiety? Are you looking for support in a group with others who experience similar symptoms? Are you looking for an opportunity to practice socializing while you process your depression and/or anxiety? I hold a ...
Hosted by Nicole R Sela
Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90025
Do you wrestle with depression and/or anxiety? Are you looking for support in a group with others who experience similar symptoms? Are you looking for an opportunity to practice socializing while you process your depression and/or anxiety? I hold a ...
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Los Angeles
Our accomplished team comprises doctoral-level psychologists who excel in evidence-based cognitive therapy. Renowned authorities in the field, some are esteemed psychology faculty at leading graduate programs and post-graduate training institutions. Our primary focus is in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), a ...
Hosted by Dr. Albert Bonfil
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90025
Our accomplished team comprises doctoral-level psychologists who excel in evidence-based cognitive therapy. Renowned authorities in the field, some are esteemed psychology faculty at leading graduate programs and post-graduate training institutions. Our primary focus is in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), a ...
CBT Workshop- 4 week series
Join Dr. Anyeji for a 4 week workshop series that will introduce you to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and provide you with group support as you learn these new evidence based skills. This series is most beneficial for those who ...
Hosted by Adaobi Anyeji
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90071
Join Dr. Anyeji for a 4 week workshop series that will introduce you to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and provide you with group support as you learn these new evidence based skills. This series is most beneficial for those who ...
Your Clear Path
Your Clear Path is Lilyan Campbell's practice, located in West Los Angeles and Beverly Hills. Lilyan is the founder of the practice. Your Clear Path focuses on supporting clients to decrease anxiety, depression, anger and addiction related issues. And, to ...
Hosted by Lilyan W.j. Campbell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, BCBA, Individ, Couples, Enterta
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90064
Your Clear Path is Lilyan Campbell's practice, located in West Los Angeles and Beverly Hills. Lilyan is the founder of the practice. Your Clear Path focuses on supporting clients to decrease anxiety, depression, anger and addiction related issues. And, to ...
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Zoom group; client’s may remain anonymous if desired. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is helpful for depression, anxiety, personal insight and well-being. Subtle tricks change the way we think and perceive the world, ourselves, and others. Sign up at www.PacificMindSpa.com
Hosted by Veronica Calkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90025
Zoom group; client’s may remain anonymous if desired. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is helpful for depression, anxiety, personal insight and well-being. Subtle tricks change the way we think and perceive the world, ourselves, and others. Sign up at www.PacificMindSpa.com
Mindfulness Group for Anxiety, Depression, Stress
Do you suffer from stress, overthinking, depression, and anxious or worrisome thoughts? Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment without judgment. Immerse yourself in the proven "Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)" group over eight dynamic weeks. This ...
Hosted by Cathy Trenary
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90025
Do you suffer from stress, overthinking, depression, and anxious or worrisome thoughts? Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment without judgment. Immerse yourself in the proven "Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)" group over eight dynamic weeks. This ...
Virtual Mood Disorder Group
As of 11/2023, this group is active. It is for individuals looking to do CBT and DBT based therapy for anxiety, depression, bipolar, borderline personality.
Hosted by TelepsychHealth
Psychiatrist, MD, NP, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90011
As of 11/2023, this group is active. It is for individuals looking to do CBT and DBT based therapy for anxiety, depression, bipolar, borderline personality.
How to Befriend Yourself (and Others)
This 4-week Online introduction to Mindfulness consists of foundational teachings, guided instructions in everyday mindfulness, meditation, and group discussion. • Connect more deeply with your integrity, your tribe and your purpose • Learn evidence-based mindfulness practices that can reduce stress, ...
Hosted by Singin' In The Rain Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90017
This 4-week Online introduction to Mindfulness consists of foundational teachings, guided instructions in everyday mindfulness, meditation, and group discussion. • Connect more deeply with your integrity, your tribe and your purpose • Learn evidence-based mindfulness practices that can reduce stress, ...
Vista Mental Health
Our therapists and psychiatrists provide quality mental health care to our local community.
Hosted by Amancay Ledezma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90066
Our therapists and psychiatrists provide quality mental health care to our local community.
Los Angeles Counseling Group
Here at Los Angeles Counseling Group you will find nurturing, nonjudgmental, confidential therapists. Whether you have a specific issue in mind or you just want to become the best version of yourself or finding meaning and balance in your life-we ...
Hosted by Tracy Aguilar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90010
Here at Los Angeles Counseling Group you will find nurturing, nonjudgmental, confidential therapists. Whether you have a specific issue in mind or you just want to become the best version of yourself or finding meaning and balance in your life-we ...
Psychiatry Treatment Centers
At Psychiatry Treatment Centers (PTC), we improve the mental well-being of our patients through a variety of techniques such as psychotherapy, medication management, TMS therapy, Esketamine Nasal Spray (Spravato®), telepsychiatry, and more. If you need help with your mental health, ...
Hosted by Keerthan Somanath
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90028
At Psychiatry Treatment Centers (PTC), we improve the mental well-being of our patients through a variety of techniques such as psychotherapy, medication management, TMS therapy, Esketamine Nasal Spray (Spravato®), telepsychiatry, and more. If you need help with your mental health, ...
Center for Healing & Personal Growth
Hosted by Center for Healing & Personal Growth
PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90025
Depression Workshop
Are you or a loved one struggling with symptoms of depression? Tired of not understanding the disorder or struggling to managing to the symptoms or experience of it all? Join us as we shed some insight on this debilitation disorder ...
Hosted by Dr. Tyies Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90045
Are you or a loved one struggling with symptoms of depression? Tired of not understanding the disorder or struggling to managing to the symptoms or experience of it all? Join us as we shed some insight on this debilitation disorder ...
Bespoke Treatment
Bespoke Treatment sees patients as humans. We don’t use a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, our clinical team spends time getting to know you, closely monitoring your progress, and supporting your unique needs. We think critically about your mental healthcare, so you ...
Hosted by Nima Fahimian
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90025
Bespoke Treatment sees patients as humans. We don’t use a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, our clinical team spends time getting to know you, closely monitoring your progress, and supporting your unique needs. We think critically about your mental healthcare, so you ...
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Depression Support Groups
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.