Depression Therapy

Understanding Depression: Compassionate Online Therapy for Texans

Depression can be heavy, persistent, and deeply personal. It may show up as sadness, hopelessness, irritability, numbness—or even a constant sense of emptiness that’s hard to explain. You might find yourself withdrawing from the things and people you once loved, struggling to get out of bed, or questioning your worth and purpose.

If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken a courageous step toward support. Whether you’ve been living with depression for years or you’re just beginning to notice changes in your mood, energy, or motivation, you are not alone. Depression is treatable—and with the right tools and connection, healing is possible.

As a licensed therapist offering virtual therapy across Texas, I provide personalized, evidence-based care to help you navigate depression with compassion, insight, and practical support. Whether you're in Austin, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, El Paso, or a smaller town in rural Texas, you can access consistent mental health care right from your home.

What Is Depression?

Depression is more than just feeling sad. It can affect your mind, body, and spirit. Common symptoms include:

• Persistent low mood or irritability

• Fatigue or lack of motivation

• Difficulty concentrating or making decisions

• Changes in sleep or appetite

• Loss of interest in activities

• Feelings of worthlessness or guilt

• Physical aches and pains

• Thoughts of self-harm or hopelessness

Depression can be triggered by grief, trauma, life transitions, identity struggles, or it may arise without a clear reason. It often affects how we view ourselves, our relationships, and the future.

You might be telling yourself, “I should feel better by now,” or “Other people have it worse.” But depression is not a personal failure—it’s a mental health condition that deserves care, understanding, and professional support.

How I Help: An Integrative, Client-Centered Approach to Depression Therapy

I use an eclectic and client-centered approach that allows me to tailor our work to your unique needs. This means we go beyond one-size-fits-all solutions and instead focus on what matters to you—your story, your values, and your goals for healing. Here's how some of the methods I use can support you in navigating depression:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT helps us examine the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we identify the unhelpful thinking patterns that may be fueling your depression and practice new ways of responding to challenges with more self-compassion and clarity.

Mindfulness-Based Approaches

Mindfulness helps us reconnect to the present moment, even when it feels difficult. By cultivating awareness of your thoughts, emotions, and body without judgment, we can reduce reactivity, improve emotional regulation, and create space for new possibilities.

Narrative Therapy

Narrative therapy invites us to explore the stories we carry about ourselves—especially those shaped by depression. We work to externalize the problem, uncover your strengths, and rewrite the narrative to center your resilience and agency.

Existential Therapy

Depression often brings up deep questions about meaning, purpose, and identity. Existential therapy creates a space to explore these questions without pressure or fear, helping you reconnect with your values and a sense of direction.

Solution-Focused Therapy

When depression feels overwhelming, small steps matter. We’ll identify what’s working, focus on your existing strengths, and build toward achievable goals—no matter how small they may seem.

Gestalt and Somatic Awareness

Depression often lives in the body. Through gentle somatic awareness and grounding techniques, we tune into how emotions show up physically and use that information to support healing and regulation.

Trauma-Informed Support

If your depression is tied to past trauma, we’ll honor those experiences by working with your inner younger self—validating what was lost or unacknowledged—and connecting with your future self to build a vision for the life you want. Healing doesn’t mean forgetting; it means integrating those parts of yourself with compassion and care.

You’re Not Broken—You’re Human

I understand how hard it can be to reach out for help when you're struggling with depression. It can feel vulnerable to ask for support or to even imagine that things could get better. But I want you to know that therapy offers more than just a space to talk—it offers tools, insight, and connection to help you reclaim your joy, motivation, and sense of self.

Depression therapy is about rediscovering hope at your own pace. It’s about finding the strength to get through hard days, the tools to manage negative self-talk, and the support to create a life that feels meaningful again.

Online Depression Therapy for All Texans

Whether you live in a busy city like Dallas or Houston, or a rural area with limited access to mental health care, virtual therapy allows you to receive consistent, confidential support from anywhere in Texas. No long commutes, no waiting rooms—just a secure and flexible way to connect.

I offer therapy sessions Monday–Thursday, with same-week appointments available. If you’re balancing work, caregiving, or health challenges, online therapy gives you the freedom to prioritize your mental health without disrupting your routine.

Let’s Begin Your Healing Journey

You don’t have to carry this alone. If you’re ready to explore therapy for depression, I invite you to book a free 10-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit. Or, if you’re ready to begin, you can schedule your first session directly.

Every small step you take toward healing is meaningful—and I’m here to support you, every step of the way.