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Depression Therapists in California

Find the right therapist in California for you. Each profile lists the insurances the provider takes, typical costs per session, and how to get in contact.
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Marina Bourke

PMHNP-BC, ACNP-BC, AGCNS-BC
Online Therapy
I'm here to brighten your health journey, making it both comfortable and uplifting. With a joyful spirit and a caring heart, I zero in on your unique mental health needs and goals. I blend the latest medical insights with a personal, sunny approach to ensure you feel truly heard and cherished. Whether we're tackling ongoing concerns or exploring new challenges, you'll receive compassionate and individualized care. As a certified Acute Care and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am dedicated to bridging the gap between mental health and internal medicine. My patient-centered approach emphasizes individualized care plans that cater to your immediate and long-term needs. I strive to create a warm, supportive environment where you feel empowered to achieve your goals. Collaboration is key to meaningful progress, and I work closely with both my patients and other healthcare professionals. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore challenges together, fostering growth, resilience, and positive change. Let’s team up to embrace a sunnier, healthier you, and work towards a brighter future. TREATMENT PHILOSOPHY: I believe in a patient-centered approach to healthcare. My goal is to treat each patient as an individual, listening to their concerns and needs. I value compassion, respect, and open communication in every interaction. My specialties allow me to provide tailored care designed to promote healing and improve well-being. I focus on educating my patients, empowering them to take an active role in their health journey. I use evidence-based practices combined with a supportive atmosphere to foster trust and comfort. Together, we will work towards your health goals, ensuring you feel heard, valued, and cared for every step of the way.
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Lily Lu

LMFT
Online & In-Person
Being an avid advocate for behavioral health, I love teaming up with teens, adults, couples, parents and families to improve their overall mental wellness. I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, addictions, depression, OCD, and trauma. I also help couples and families with communication issues and parenting. When you come to see me, we will work together to find a therapeutic approach that suits you and is tailored to your needs. Being client-centered and strengths-oriented, I use different treatment styles - Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman and Emotionally Focused Couples - to help you meet your goals. Prior to counseling, I was in high tech marketing and worked for Fortune 100 companies as well as innovative start-ups in the Silicon Valley. This unique experience gives me insight into some of the issues that many of my clients have due to a high tech environment. As a firm believer in community support, I spoke at libraries and community events to raise awareness of the importance of behavioral health. To address more specific concerns, I volunteered as an editor for the Los Gatos Community Against Substance Abuse and a Meetup organizer to enhance couples' relationships. I also manage clinical consultations among fellow therapists to foster collegial development and growth. My credentials include:​ *Certification and training in ADHD, Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Unipolar & Bipolar Depression & OCD using CBT, DBT, and ERP *Training in EMDR *Externship in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy *Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy *Internship in Internet & Sex Addictions

What is depression?

Everybody feels sad sometimes, but these low moods usually pass with time. Depression is different from these regular shifts in mood. They last for longer periods of time and can affect all aspects of life.
Depression is a common mental disorder that affects many people globally. For more detailed information and additional resources please visit the World Health Organization's depression fact sheet.

Who is this information for?

This information is provided for educational purposes and not intended to be diagnostic. For professional mental health help or support please reach out to one of the listed providers licensed in your state to provide care.