In Long Beach & Across CA, FL, & NY
Therapy for Depression
Rediscover hope & feel like yourself again.
You go through the motions and offer the fake smiles, but if you’re honest, you can barely remember the last time you felt genuinely happy.
These days, everything from getting out of bed to returning a text or deciding what to eat feels like a herculean task. You get through the day, but it’s like you’re moving through fog, disconnected from the things and people that used to matter. The hobbies and activities that once sparked excitement don’t feel the same anymore, and you can’t quite explain why. You just want to feel alive again, but right now, you can’t see the way there.
Maybe you…
Wake up already feeling tired, even after a full night’s sleep.
Cancel plans or let messages from friends pile up because it feels easier than trying to pretend you’re okay.
Spend hours scrolling, streaming, or zoning out—knowing it’s not helping, but unsure what else to do.
Don’t really see the point of anything, and maybe sometimes wish you would just go to sleep and not wake up.
Feel guilty for being sad when you “should” be grateful for what you have.
Have snapped at people you care about or withdrawn completely, and now feel worse about yourself.
Feeling better starts with giving yourself the chance to try something new.
My Approach
Together, we’ll figure out small changes you can make to build momentum and help you get unstuck.
We’ll take a structured, practical approach to getting you out of this period of stagnation. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I’ll help you see more clearly the links between what you do, what you think, and how you feel. I’ll have you start tracking your mood throughout the day, noticing how different activities affect how you feel, and using that information to guide what you add more of—or do less of—in your life.
We’ll also work with your thought patterns, learning to notice and challenge the automatic, self-critical thoughts that tend to show up when you’re feeling low. As you get better at separating facts from feelings, it becomes easier to see yourself (and your situation) with more honesty and compassion. Along the way, I’ll help you build structure into your days, re-engage with the things that matter to you, and develop tools you can keep using long after therapy ends.
WHAT WE’LL WORK ON
Getting back to the things that make you feel alive.
Start replacing habits that pull you down—like isolating, canceling plans, or zoning out online—with small, meaningful activities that lift you up. Learn how these simple actions can boost your mood, rebuild motivation, and make life feel more like your own again.
Changing the way you respond to negative thoughts.
Notice when your mind is spiraling into harsh or hopeless self-talk and learn to challenge those thoughts with honesty and perspective. With practice, you’ll build a more compassionate way of seeing yourself and your life.
Rebuilding structure and balance in your daily routine.
Find a rhythm that works for you and brings stability without adding pressure. Learn to create routines that help you feel organized, productive, and more in control of your time and energy.
Strengthening relationships and communication.
Practice expressing what you need and setting boundaries that protect your wellbeing. Learn to connect with others in ways that feel genuine and supportive, instead of draining or tense.
Building resilience and rediscovering a sense of purpose.
Rebuild confidence in your ability to handle life’s ups and downs and reconnect with what gives your days meaning. Learn to recognize early signs of struggle and use practical tools to stay grounded and keep moving forward, even when things get hard.
BOOK FREE CONSULT
Take the first step toward a more motivated, purposeful life.
FAQs
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Sadness is a normal part of life, but depression lingers and starts to affect your energy, motivation, and daily routine. If you’re finding it hard to get out of bed, enjoy things you used to, or connect with people you care about, and if you’re feeling a deep sense of emptiness or hopelessness, it may be depression. Therapy can help you recognize what’s happening and give you tools to start feeling like yourself again.
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Absolutely. Depression often kills motivation, which makes it even harder to take steps that might help. When we get down, we tend to withdraw from things that give us joy and a sense of purpose, and as a result, those positive feelings are likely to flicker out. Taking small steps to get active can get the ball rolling again and start turning our mood around. I’ll work with you to create small, realistic actions that fit your life so progress feels possible instead of overwhelming.
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Many people with depression feel guilty for being sad without a “good reason.” The truth is, depression doesn’t always have a clear cause—and you don’t need one to deserve help. In therapy, I’ll help you make sense of your feelings and find ways to move toward relief.
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Irritability is a common manifestation of depression, so treating your depression in therapy can definitely help lessen how irritable you feel. We’ll work together to understand what’s fueling your irritability and give you strategies to respond differently. We’ll practice both mood management and communication skills, so you can reduce tension and feel more connected in your relationships.