Depression Therapists Available in Stockton
This page is for people in Stockton seeking online therapists who work with depression. Use it to compare therapists’ approaches, specialities, and the types of depression they treat so you can find someone who fits your needs. All listed professionals are licensed in California; a state licence covers the whole state, so geographical distance within California is not a barrier. Look at therapists’ therapeutic styles, areas of focus, and notes about session formats to help decide who to contact for an initial conversation.
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1. Christiane Soehnlein, LMFT
Experienced California LMFT supporting relationships and mood
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Intimacy-related issues · Depression
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2. Romeo Flora-Gomez, LCSW
Licensed LCSW supporting LGBTQ+ and relationship health
Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Relationship · Depression · Coping with life changes
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3. Melissa Fletcher, LCSW, CSW
Direct, supportive therapy focused on real-life change
Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Parenting · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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4. John Hammond, LMFT
California LMFT with 40 years experience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Grief · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
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5. Michael Ames, LCSW
California LCSW with 35 years experience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Family · Self esteem · Depression
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6. Eugene Yamamoto, LCSW
California LCSW for stress and life changes
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes · Coaching
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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7. Matthew Esselstrom, LMFT
California LMFT with 22 years experience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Anger · Self esteem · Coping with life changes
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8. Blanca Nicassio, LMFT
California LMFT for stress anxiety and relationships
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Anger · Self esteem · Depression
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9. Dr. Monica Kelson, CA Psychologist
Experienced California psychologist for stress and trauma
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression · Grief
Approaches Attachment-Based Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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10. Mary Ann Godefroy, LPCC, LPC
Support for change, coping, and growth
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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11. Dr. Cheryl Mims, LCSW
Steady support for anxiety, grief, and mood concerns
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Grief · Bipolar · Depression · Relationship
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
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12. Dr. David Sommers, LCSW
California LCSW with 40 years experience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Depression · Addictions · Relationship · Family
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy
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13. Leslie Patt, LMFT
Experienced California LMFT for relationships and caregiving
Works with Relationship · Family · Trauma and abuse · Parenting · Depression
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14. Deborah Perez, LMFT
Compassionate California LMFT for stress and relationships
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Self esteem · Depression · ADHD
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy
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15. Sophia Dyer, LCSW
Support for anxiety, trauma, and self-esteem
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Parenting · Self esteem · Depression
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About depression therapy for people in Stockton
Everyone listed on this page holds a licence to practise in California and works online. That matters more than it sounds: a licence is issued by the state, not by a city, so a therapist is available to anyone in California regardless of how far away they are. Someone in Stockton can work with a therapist whose books would otherwise be out of reach.
1,997 therapists match this page, all of whom name depression among the areas they work with. Fifteen are shown above. The list changes between pages, so it is worth looking at more than one if none of these feels like a fit.
What to compare
- Credential. LMFT, LCSW and LPCC are different training routes to the same licensed practice. None outranks the others; they shape emphasis rather than quality.
- Years in practice. Shown for every therapist here. More experience is not automatically better, but it is a fair proxy for how much of a given problem someone has seen.
- What else they work with. A therapist whose other focus areas overlap with your situation is usually a better starting point than one whose listed areas stop at the single thing you searched for.
- Approach. CBT, psychodynamic, solution-focused and the rest describe how sessions tend to run. If you have tried therapy before and it did not suit you, changing approach is often more useful than changing therapist.
- Language. Shown where a therapist offers sessions in more than English.
How online sessions work
Sessions run by video or by messaging, arranged through our partner platform rather than booked directly with the therapist. There is no travel and no waiting room, which for most people is the difference between starting and not starting. Pricing is set by the platform and shown before you commit.
Therapy in Stockton
Stockton has a population of about 320,804. Local in-person availability varies and waiting lists are common, which is part of why state-wide online practice has grown. Nothing on this page depends on a therapist being near you.
Common questions
How do I choose between therapists who treat depression?
Compare therapists by their therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, or other modalities. Check whether they mention working with persistent, major, or seasonal depression. Also look for clinicians who note experience with related issues like trauma, anxiety, or medication collaboration, so they can address your full situation.
Can I see a therapist listed here if I live in Stockton but want online sessions only?
Yes. Each therapist here is licensed in California, which allows them to provide services to clients across the state. Choosing online-only sessions is common. Confirm with the therapist whether they offer video, phone, or messaging formats and whether those formats meet your needs before booking.
What should I expect when starting therapy for depression online?
Initial sessions typically cover history, current symptoms, and goals. A therapist will assess mood, daily functioning, and any safety concerns such as thoughts of self-harm. They may suggest a treatment plan that could include regular sessions, coping strategies, and coordination with other providers if needed. You can ask about session length and communication style up front.
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