Therapy to Treat Depression
For the heaviness that makes everything harder
Depression doesn't always look like sadness. Sometimes it's numbness. Sometimes it's exhaustion that sleep doesn't fix, or the sense that you're going through the motions of your own life. It can make simple things—getting up, answering a text, caring about anything—feel disproportionately hard.
You don't have to carry it alone, and you don't have to wait until things feel unbearable to get support.
What depression therapy looks like
We start by understanding your depression on its own terms—how long it's been present, what it feels like in your body and your thinking, and what's contributing to it. Depression is rarely just one thing; it's often a mix of experience, biology, relationships, and the stories we've internalized about ourselves.
From there, we work at a pace that matches where you are. Some weeks that means gently building momentum. Other weeks it means going deeper into what's underneath the heaviness—grief, old wounds, or a self-concept that needs to shift.
Who I work with
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing:
Persistent low mood or loss of interest in things that used to matter
Depression tied to a specific loss, transition, or life event
Depression that's been present for a long time and feels like "just who I am"
Low self-worth and harsh self-criticism
Depression alongside anxiety, trauma, or substance use
My approach
I integrate psychodynamic therapy, Internal Family Systems–informed work, and EMDR when trauma or painful memories are part of the picture. The goal isn't just symptom relief—it's helping you build a different, more compassionate relationship with yourself.
My training
I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #MFT99953) based in West Los Angeles, trained in EMDR through The Institute for Creative Mindfulness, and informed by Internal Family Systems and psychodynamic approaches.
Is this right for you?
If you're not sure whether what you're feeling is "bad enough" to warrant therapy — it is. A free consultation call is a good place to start.