Depression Therapist Washington DC
Takeaway: You shouldn’t have to pull yourself through the fog of depression alone. With our in-depth approach to depression therapy, we can help you discover the root of your struggles and give you the support you need to find the light again.
Our approach to depression counseling in DC
If you've experienced depression firsthand, you know how difficult it can be to move through your day. The feelings of sadness and emptiness, changes to sleep and appetite, and trouble finding joy can make it hard to function.
While you might worry that you'll never feel better, healing is possible. Our team of expert mental health professionals uses an in-depth approach to treat depression long-term. Together, we'll help you find the source of your suffering so you can find healing that goes beyond surface-level coping skills or temporary fixes.
It can be challenging to face your depression head-on, but you don't need to do it alone. Our clinicians are committed to forming a personable, trusting relationship with each person who seeks our help. This therapeutic connection can be a deep source of support as you navigate a mental illness like depression.
We also know that each person's experience with depression is unique, so we take care to customize our approach to your unique needs and strengths. You'll leave our work together with the insight and confidence you need to navigate whatever life throws your way.
Meet our DC depression therapists
Finding the best depression therapist for your needs can help you get the most out of counseling. Meet our therapists here to discover who might be the right fit for you.
Nicole Moore, Psy.D.
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Dr. Nicole Moore is the clinical director and founder of Vital Therapy. She is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Dr. Moore believes in each person's innate ability to heal, and she helps her clients access their inner wisdom using talk therapy methods like psychodynamic therapy, attachment-based therapy, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), and more.
Paul M. Higgins, LGSW
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Paul is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker in DC and a Licensed Masters Social Worker in Maryland. His past experience resolving complex disputes as an arbitrator/mediator and attorney helps him support people with stressful work environments, relationship issues, and more. Paul uses a variety of methods in his work, including CBT, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and more.
Rebecca Baron Ferrer; LPC
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Rebecca is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Behavior Analyst. She previously worked as a School Counselor where she supported students with emotional and behavioral challenges. Rebecca brings that experience to her work as a therapist when teaching people emotional regulation skills. She uses approaches like CBT, ACT, and dialectal behavior therapy (DBT) to help her clients.
Claire Connolly, LCSW
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Claire is a board-certified psychotherapist. She helps her clients gain insight and self-compassion through using techniques like psychoanalytic psychotherapy and analytical psychology. Claire focuses on creating a warm, inviting environment where people can feel comfortable being themselves and expressing themselves without judgment.
Finn, Service Dog
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Finn is a Golden Retriever who sees patients with Dr. Nicole Moore. He and Dr. Moore completed two years of training before earning their certification as a Service Dog and handler team under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Finn has also earned his Canine Good Citizen Award Certificate.
Why choose Vital Therapy for depression therapy in Washington DC
Our in-depth approach to treating depression can give you lasting relief.
At Vital Therapy, we do more than just treat your depression symptoms. We help you uncover the source of your struggles, which are often deeply rooted unconscious beliefs. By digging into the underlying causes, we can help you find long-term relief from depression.
We offer a variety of mental health services to give you comprehensive support.
While major depressive disorder (and other mood disorders) can occur on their own, they can also occur alongside other mental health conditions, disorders, or life stressors. We also offer grief therapy, anxiety therapy, trauma therapy, ADHD testing, and more to best support you in whatever you're facing.
Our depression therapists offer support for the whole family.
Depression can affect people of all ages. Our team provides depression counseling for children, teens, college and graduate students, and adults. We also offer group therapy if you're interested in getting support from a mental health professional and people experiencing similar challenges.
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Yes, depression therapy is worth it. While it might feel like the fog of depression will never lift, working with a trained mental health provider can help. Research (like this study on CBT) shows that therapy can significantly improve symptoms of depression.
As therapists ourselves, we've also seen firsthand how beneficial it can be. Getting support from a trusted confidant can be incredibly healing when you're struggling, and our in-depth approach helps you get to the root of your depression symptoms.
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Depression can often be treated effectively through talk therapy. Our therapists are trained in several different treatment methods, including psychodynamic therapy, CBT, ACT, and DBT. Other therapists might use techniques like interpersonal therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR), family therapy, and more.
In some cases, medication may be a helpful supplement to your work in therapy. If this is the case, your therapist can make personalized recommendations and referrals to help you get the care you need.
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Several different mental health professionals are qualified to treat depression. You may choose to work with a licensed psychologist, licensed clinical social worker, licensed professional counselor, or another type of therapist.
While it's important to verify your therapist's credentials, other factors (like their experience treating depression and whether their personality meshes with yours) may be more important in choosing which depression counselor you want to work with. Finding the right fit is important, so we offer free consultations to help you decide which therapist is best for you.
FAQs about working with a depression counselor
Find deep, sustained healing from depression.
Our therapists are here to help you. We offer both in-person and online therapy in order to make getting support as accessible as possible. If you're ready to find relief from depression (or another mental health condition), we invite you to connect with us.
