Adult Depression

Counseling for Depression: Find a Therapist in California

Has daily life started feeling heavy? The right therapist can help you bear the weight.

Psychiatric Alternatives & Wellness Center (PAWC) matches you with a licensed provider who will tailor counseling for adult depression to what you need. Book a telehealth session wherever you may be in California, or meet a therapist face-to-face in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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  • In-network insurance
  • Statewide telehealth
  • Fast provider matching
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Providers

Find a Licensed Therapist for Depression

We work exclusively with licensed therapists and psychiatrists, but matches aren't solely based on credentials. PAWC will pair you with a provider who suits your profile, accepts your insurance, and practices your preferred approaches to care.

Explore licensed therapists near you currently accepting new clients by telehealth or at any of our clinics in the Bay Area.

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Dr. Deanne Samuels, PhD Accepting New Patients

Dr. Deanne Samuels, PhD

Adults

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Alfred Aguite, MFT Accepting New Patients

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Alfred Aguite, MFT

Helping individuals face lifes challenges with courage, clarity, and purpose.

Specialties

Family Issues Grief & Loss ACT

Adolescents · Adults · Couples · Family

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David Laing, MFT Accepting New Patients

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David Laing, MFT

I take an active, engaging approach — including adventure-based interventions — to help clients build resilience and reclaim their lives

Specialties

Weekends & Evenings Addiction Open-Minded

Adolescents · Adults · Children

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Lindsey Tong, LCSW Accepting New Patients

Lindsey Tong, LCSW

Adults · Couples · Family

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Brandon Bridgeman, MFT Accepting New Patients

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Brandon Bridgeman, MFT

I specialize in all age populations and life transitions.

Specialties

CBT DBT ERP

Adolescents · Adults · Children · Couples · Family

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Denise Zapata, MFT Accepting New Patients

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Denise Zapata, MFT

A calm, supportive space to grow into the best version of you.

Specialties

Work Issues Anxiety & Stress Life Transitions

Adults

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Dr. Yalda Nourshahi, PsyD Accepting New Patients

Dr. Yalda Nourshahi, PsyD

Adults · Couples · Family

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Judith Dakota, MFT Accepting New Patients

Judith Dakota, MFT

Adolescents · Adults · Children · Couples · Family

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Kathryn Riggs, LCSW Accepting New Patients

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Kathryn Riggs, LCSW

Adults

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Dr. Marie Lovdokken, PhD Accepting New Patients

PSYCHOTHERAPY · NORWEGIAN SPEAKING

Dr. Marie Lovdokken, PhD

I offer a warm, judgment-free space to build self-compassion,

Specialties

CBT Empowering Warm

Adults · Couples

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Ike Kerhulas, MFT Accepting New Patients

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Ike Kerhulas, MFT

I help clients overcome what's holding them back, develop hope, and find purpose in life.

Specialties

Empathetic Listener

Adolescents · Adults · Children · Couples · Family

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Jan Kim Hong, MFT Accepting New Patients

Jan Kim Hong, MFT

Adults

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Common Signs

When Adults Might Need Counseling for Depression

If you've been exhausted in ways that regular rest can't fix, counseling for depression may help. Other common signs of depression to watch for include:

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  • Persistent emptiness or hopelessness
  • Loss of interest in things you used to enjoy
  • Trouble sleeping or sleeping more than usual
  • Low energy or constant fatigue
  • Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
  • Changes in appetite or weight
  • Withdrawing from friends or family
  • Sudden drop in performance at work or academics
  • Feeling irritable or on edge

Counseling for depression can make sense of what's going on, and advise you on how to move forward.

Treatment Approaches

How PAWC-Affiliated Licensed Therapists Can Help With Adult Depression

Counseling for depression with a licensed therapist can help you understand what may contribute to your mental state, as well as build realistic ways to cope with it. A therapist will also help with accountability as you work toward realistic recovery goals.

Depending on the circumstances, your therapist may use any, or a combination of, the following treatment approaches:

Approach What it does
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) Teaches you to identify and change thought patterns that contribute to depression
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) Helps in processing past experiences that contribute to depression
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) Builds skills for managing strong emotions and stress
Talk therapy Lends space to explore what's behind certain feelings
Medication management Offered when appropriate under close coordination with your therapist

Our Approach

Why Choose PAWC

PAWC is a clinician-led practice. We built our care team and network to make it easier to start treatment.

  • In-network insurance

    We are in-network with most major health insurance plans across California.

  • Fast provider matching

    We often match clients with a provider within a week.

  • Merging therapy and psychiatry

    Your therapist and psychiatrist work together so care stays coordinated.

  • Statewide telehealth

    Meet with your provider online anywhere in California, or receive in-person care in the Bay Area.

  • Live care team

    Real people support you throughout your care, from scheduling appointments and navigating billing and insurance to coordinating prior authorizations, medication refills, paperwork, and other ongoing care needs.

  • Established practice

    Founded in 2011, our network has 300+ licensed providers and BBB accreditation.

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Answers?

Speak with our care team for what to expect from depression counseling near you.

Whether you'd like help confirming your insurance coverage, aligning availability with your therapist of choice, or anything else on your mind, we are happy to support you however we can.

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FAQ

Some common signs of adult depression are feelings of emptiness, low energy, loss of interest, or unexplained irritability that affect your daily life and relationships. A licensed therapist near you will listen to what you're experiencing and help you decide the next steps.

PAWC is in-network with most major health insurance plans in California, including several Medi-Cal plans. Therapy for depression is usually covered under your plan's outpatient mental health benefits, and what you pay depends on your plan's copay, co-insurance and deductible. Contact your insurance or our care team to confirm your coverage before your first appointment.

Yes. PAWC-affiliated therapists offer telehealth sessions anywhere in California on a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform, so you can meet with your therapist from home. If you prefer to meet face-to-face, in-person sessions are available at our offices in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Yes. Many PAWC-affiliated therapists list trauma and PTSD among their areas of expertise, and some use approaches such as EMDR that help process past experiences contributing to depression. You can filter our provider directory by specialty to find a therapist who works with trauma.

Look for a licensed therapist with experience treating depression who is in-network with your insurance and has availability that fits your schedule. Ask about their approach. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), behavioral activation and interpersonal therapy are well-studied options for depression. Most of all, choose someone you feel comfortable talking to. Many PAWC-affiliated therapists offer a free 15-minute consult so you can get a feel for fit before booking. If you’re also considering medication, PAWC psychiatrists can work alongside your therapist.

If you’re in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 or go to your nearest emergency room. Online counseling isn’t designed for emergencies.

If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room. To reach our office, call 415.237.0377.