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Browse therapists who specialize in helping with depression. Watch their intro videos to find the right fit before booking.

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Depression can affect every part of life—energy, motivation, relationships, and how you see yourself. If you're experiencing persistent low mood, loss of interest, or feelings of hopelessness, therapy can offer a space to work through these experiences with support.

On First Session, you can browse therapists who work with depression, watch their intro videos to get a sense of their approach, and book directly online. Credentials are verified during onboarding. Taking the first step can feel hard, but you don't have to figure this out alone—find a therapist who can help.

Alanna Kiser

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (Caledon, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON, BC, and AB.
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Alanna Kiser

Alanna Kiser

Registered Psychotherapist
$150/session
Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), ADHD, Anxiety, Attachment, Childhood trauma, Cultural Challenges, Depression, Emotional regulation, Life transitions, Separation and divorce, Spirituality, BIPOC, Grief and Loss
Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), ADHD, Anxiety, Attachment, Childhood trauma, Cultural Challenges, Depression, Emotional regulation, Life transitions, Separation and divorce, Spirituality, BIPOC, Grief and Loss
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Nayab Tahir

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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Offers In-Person (Newmarket, ON)
Virtual Sessions in SK, AB, YT, MB, NT, PE, BC, and ON.
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Nayab Tahir

Nayab Tahir

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
She/her
$195/session
Trauma, Cultural Challenges, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Addiction, Attachment trauma, Life transitions, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Building Meaningful Connections, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Conflict resolution, Career guidance, Depression, Deep Brain Reorienting, Deep connections, BIPOC, Family Conflict, Familial and social relationships, Anger Management, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal)
Trauma, Cultural Challenges, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Addiction, Attachment trauma, Life transitions, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Building Meaningful Connections, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Conflict resolution, Career guidance, Depression, Deep Brain Reorienting, Deep connections, BIPOC, Family Conflict, Familial and social relationships, Anger Management, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal)
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Stephanie Neshcov

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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Offers In-Person (Tiny, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON, YT, NT, NU, BC, AB, SK, NL, MB, NS, QC, and NB.
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Stephanie Neshcov

Stephanie Neshcov

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
She/Her
$160/session
Anxiety, Stress, Life transitions, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Dating challenges, Depression, School challenges, Relationships, Workplace stress
Anxiety, Stress, Life transitions, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Dating challenges, Depression, School challenges, Relationships, Workplace stress
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Warren Elardo

Registered Social Worker
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Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON, BC, QC, MB, AB, NB, PE, NS, NL, and SK.
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Warren Elardo

Warren Elardo

Registered Social Worker
He/Him
$160/session
Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Addiction, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Grief and Loss
Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Addiction, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Grief and Loss
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Robert Phillips

Registered Professional Counsellor - Provisional
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Offers In-Person (Airdrie, AB)
Virtual Sessions in AB, BC, ON, SK, MB, NT, YT, NL, and QC.
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Robert Phillips

Robert Phillips

Registered Professional Counsellor - Provisional
$120/session
Men's issues, Addiction, Life transitions, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Depression, Grief and Loss
Men's issues, Addiction, Life transitions, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Depression, Grief and Loss
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Alicia Mandel

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (Thornhill, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Alicia Mandel

Alicia Mandel

Registered Psychotherapist
She/Her/Hers
$200/session
Nervous system regulation, Depression, Anxiety, Attachment trauma, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Childhood trauma, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Negative thinking and ruminating, People pleasing, Mindfulness
Nervous system regulation, Depression, Anxiety, Attachment trauma, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Childhood trauma, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Negative thinking and ruminating, People pleasing, Mindfulness
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Ean Burchell

Registered Counselling Therapist
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Offers In-Person (Halifax, NS)
Virtual Sessions in ON, NS, NB, PE, and NL.
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Ean Burchell

Ean Burchell

Registered Counselling Therapist
$100/session
Men's issues, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Thought Restructuring, Anxiety, Behavioural Issues, Couples, Depression, Conflict resolution, Emotional regulation, Court Mandated Counselling, Existential questions, Family issues, Fears and phobia, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), LGBTQ2IA+, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Masculinity, School challenges, Negative thinking and ruminating, Phobias, PTSD, Trauma, Anger, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Men's issues, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Thought Restructuring, Anxiety, Behavioural Issues, Couples, Depression, Conflict resolution, Emotional regulation, Court Mandated Counselling, Existential questions, Family issues, Fears and phobia, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), LGBTQ2IA+, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Masculinity, School challenges, Negative thinking and ruminating, Phobias, PTSD, Trauma, Anger, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
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Marie Schoppen

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
Virtual Sessions in AB, MB, SK, NL, NT, ON, YT, NU, and BC.
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Marie Schoppen

Marie Schoppen

Registered Psychotherapist
She / Her
$200/session
Attachment wounds, Relationships, Life transitions, Anxiety, Depression, Mind-body connection, Nervous system regulation, Self-esteem, Identity and Self-Exploration, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Dreams, Intergenerational trauma, Wellness Counselling, Existential questions, People pleasing, Mindfulness, Meaning and purpose, Intimacy concerns, Spirituality, Empowerment, Psychedelic therapy, PTSD, Stress, Trauma, Emotional regulation
Attachment wounds, Relationships, Life transitions, Anxiety, Depression, Mind-body connection, Nervous system regulation, Self-esteem, Identity and Self-Exploration, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Dreams, Intergenerational trauma, Wellness Counselling, Existential questions, People pleasing, Mindfulness, Meaning and purpose, Intimacy concerns, Spirituality, Empowerment, Psychedelic therapy, PTSD, Stress, Trauma, Emotional regulation
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Lauren McCarley

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON, YT, MB, NU, SK, BC, NL, and NT.
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Lauren McCarley

Lauren McCarley

Registered Psychotherapist
She/Her/Hers
$160/session
Anxiety, OCD, Self-esteem, Depression, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Burnout, Imposter syndrome, Depression coping skills, Stress, Negative thinking and ruminating, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Perfectionism, Relationships, Navigating challenging relationships, People pleasing, Life transitions, Fears and phobia, Health anxiety, Panic attacks, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Decision making, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Anxiety, OCD, Self-esteem, Depression, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Burnout, Imposter syndrome, Depression coping skills, Stress, Negative thinking and ruminating, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Perfectionism, Relationships, Navigating challenging relationships, People pleasing, Life transitions, Fears and phobia, Health anxiety, Panic attacks, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Decision making, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
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Kelsey Mathison

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (Dartmouth, NS)
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Kelsey Mathison

Kelsey Mathison

Registered Psychotherapist
She/her
$145/session
Identity and Self-Exploration, Creativity, Emotional regulation, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Building Self-Care Routines, Coming out and identity, Depression, Depression coping skills, Dissociation, Empowerment, Grief Processing, Group Therapy, Habits, LGBTQ2IA+, Life transitions, Mindfulness, Negative thinking and ruminating, Neurodiversity, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Grief and Loss
Identity and Self-Exploration, Creativity, Emotional regulation, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Building Self-Care Routines, Coming out and identity, Depression, Depression coping skills, Dissociation, Empowerment, Grief Processing, Group Therapy, Habits, LGBTQ2IA+, Life transitions, Mindfulness, Negative thinking and ruminating, Neurodiversity, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Grief and Loss
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Sieran Yung

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Sieran Yung

Sieran Yung

Registered Psychotherapist
He/him
$150/session
Sexuality and gender issues, LGBTQ2IA+, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Neurodiversity, Relationships, Cultural Challenges, Career guidance, School challenges, Motivation, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Overwhelm, Depression, Anxiety, BIPOC
Sexuality and gender issues, LGBTQ2IA+, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Neurodiversity, Relationships, Cultural Challenges, Career guidance, School challenges, Motivation, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Overwhelm, Depression, Anxiety, BIPOC
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Atheesan Mahendrarajah

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON, BC, AB, SK, MB, NS, NT, YT, and NU.
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Atheesan Mahendrarajah

Atheesan Mahendrarajah

Registered Psychotherapist
He/Him
$185/session
Addiction, Cultural Challenges, Productivity, ADHD, Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Empowerment, Family Conflict, Masculinity, Pain management, Relationships, School challenges, Self-Development, Self-Regulation, Stress, Workplace stress, BIPOC
Addiction, Cultural Challenges, Productivity, ADHD, Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Empowerment, Family Conflict, Masculinity, Pain management, Relationships, School challenges, Self-Development, Self-Regulation, Stress, Workplace stress, BIPOC
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What is depression?

Depression is more than feeling sad. It's a persistent low mood that can affect your energy, sleep, appetite, concentration, and how you feel about yourself. Many people experience depression at some point in their lives, and it can range from mild to severe. Professional support can help you understand what you're going through and find ways to feel better.

How can therapy help with depression?

Therapy provides a space to explore the thoughts, feelings, and patterns that may be contributing to depression. Many therapists use approaches like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or other evidence-informed methods to help you develop coping strategies and shift unhelpful patterns. Over time, therapy may help you regain a sense of hope and engagement with life. Learn more about how to tell if therapy is working.

What should I expect when working on depression in therapy?

Your therapist will start by understanding your experience—how depression shows up for you, when it started, and what's happening in your life. Sessions may involve exploring your thoughts and feelings, identifying patterns, and building skills to manage difficult moments. Progress often happens gradually, and your therapist will work at a pace that feels right for you.

How do I find a therapist for depression?

On First Session, you can filter by specialty to find therapists who work with depression. Each therapist has an intro video so you can get a sense of who they are before booking. Credentials are verified during onboarding, and you can book your first session directly online. Book a free consultation to see if a therapist is the right fit.

Is therapy right for my depression?

Therapy can be helpful whether you're experiencing mild, moderate, or more persistent depression. If low mood is affecting your daily life, relationships, or sense of well-being, speaking with a professional may provide support and clarity. You don't need to wait until things feel unbearable—reaching out early can make a difference.

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Browse therapists on First Session who specialize in depression. Watch their intro videos to find someone who feels like a good fit. When you're ready, book your first session directly through the platform. Many therapists offer both online and in-person options. Start your search here.