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Experienced online depression treatment specialists are ready to help you 

Find a licensed, caring depression specialist on Klarity. Choose from top-rated licensed providers for an initial online consultation, ongoing support, and unlimited messaging.

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Access online depression treatment for you and about you

You’re unique. You deserve treatment from a provider committed to you. That’s why you can find depression treatment online from a specialist on Klarity and access:

Depression assessment online in as little as 24 hours

Depression assessment online in as little as 24 hours

From a licensed, board-certified healthcare professional.

Online depression medication

Online depression medication

Through depression treatment tailored to you.*

Depression counseling

Depression counseling

online or in-person that’s affordable and supportive.*

*Your provider will discuss treatment options with you, which may or may not include medication and/or therapy. If both therapy and medication are recommended, you’ll see a different provider for each service.

The symptoms of depression 

Types of depression include major depression, persistent depressive disorder, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), depression with psychosis, bipolar disorder, treatment-resistant depression, and others. 

Symptoms common across types of depression that a treatment plan can help include:

  • Persistent sadness or hopelessness
  • Loss of interest or pleasure in activities you used to enjoy
  • Changes in appetite or weight loss or gain unrelated to dieting
  • Insomnia, difficulty falling or staying asleep, or oversleeping (hypersomnia)
  • Fatigue or loss of energy
  • Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt
  • Difficulty concentrating, thinking, or making decisions
  • Physical symptoms without a clear cause, such as headaches, digestive issues, or chronic pain
  • Irritability or restlessness
  • Social withdrawal
  • Thoughts of death or suicide

Depression left untreated is more than a mood issue, it’s a potentially dangerous, chronic condition. If you have symptoms of depression, please seek treatment. You can talk with a provider on Klarity in as little as 24 hours.

How depression is diagnosed in adults

There’s no one depression test online or in-person used to diagnose depression in adults. A medical or mental healthcare professional will assess your symptoms during a visit and ask:

  • What your symptoms are and when they started
  • How often you have symptoms
  • How much of an impact symptoms have on your daily life
  • What if any other mental or physical symptoms you have

Typically, if you feel sad or hopeless and/or have a loss of interest or pleasure in activities you used to enjoy for most of the day every day for 2 weeks or more, you’ll get a depression diagnosis. 

Even if you aren’t diagnosed with depression, you can still benefit from therapy.  

Your provider’s recommended treatment may or may not include medication.

Common depression treatments 

A combination of medications, counseling, and other interventions is typically recommended to treat anxiety.

Licensed medical professionals on Klarity work with you to create a plan for depression treatment online or in person — a plan tailored to you. As part of your plan, your provider may recommend:

  • Medications, like Zoloft, Prozac, Effexor, Luvox, or Celexa
  • Online or in-person depression counseling
  • Ketamine or brain stimulation therapy, such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)
  • Lifestyle changes

Psychotherapy alone works well for mild to moderate depression. More severe depression is often treated with medication and counseling. Find providers on Klarity for both.

Your provider’s recommended treatment may or may not include medication.

Depression medications 

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

  • Increase the levels of serotonin — the “feel good chemical” — in the brain
  • Serotonin helps regulate mood, social behavior, appetite, sleep, and more
  • May have fewer side effects than other medications

Common  SSRI medications

  • Prozac (fluoxetine)
  • Zoloft (sertraline)
  • Celexa (citalopram)
  • Lexapro (escitalopram)
  • Paxil (paroxetine)

Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)

  • Increase the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain
  • Serotonin helps regulate mood, social behavior, appetite, sleep, and more
  • Norepinephrine increases alertness, focus, and memory retrieval

Common SNRI medications

  • Pristiq (desvenlafaxine)
  • Cymbalta (duloxetine)
  • Effexor (venlafaxine)
  • Savella (milnacipran)
  • Fetzima (levomilnacipran)

Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)

  • Primarily used for major depressive disorder (MDD) 
  • Increase the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain and reduce acetylcholine.

Common TCA medications

  • Anafranil (clomipramine)
  • Tofranil (imipramine)
  • Elavil (amitriptyline)
  • Norpramin (desipramine)
  • Pamelor (nortriptyline)
  • Silenor (doxepin)
  • Vivactil (protriptyline)
Talk to a provider about depression medication
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Depression counseling

Therapy and counseling help people with depression understand the causes of their symptoms and learn to manage the daily challenges of depression, including symptoms not fully resolved with medication.

Psychotherapy alone can work well for mild to moderate depression. The most common forms of therapy for depression include:

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) teaches you to challenge your negative or irrational thoughts and beliefs to change your behaviors and improve how you feel. 
  • Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) helps you increase distress tolerance and improve emotional regulation.
  • Interpersonal therapy (IPT) focuses on identifying and learning to resolve interpersonal conflicts and build a reliable network of social support.
  • Psychodynamic therapy helps you acknowledge and understand unresolved trauma, often from childhood.
  • Talk therapy, aka psychotherapy, focuses on talking about your life, relationships, emotions, and struggles in a safe therapeutic space.
Find a provider for depression counseling

Meet some of the depression treatment providers on Klarity

Providers on the Klarity include caring, licensed PAs, MDs, NPs, LPCs, LMHCs, LCSWs, and more trained in treating depression with medication or therapy.

Linda Long, NP

Nurse Practitioner
Licensed in: California, Florida, Maine

With over 17 years of diverse medical experience shaped by her military family background, Linda has gained expertise across a spectrum of fields including family practice, women’s and adolescent health, mental health & addictions, brain health, and more. Her specialization in depression treatment, functional & integrative medicine has reinforced her belief that every facet of life is crucial to achieving a fulfilling and healthy existence.

Lori Gonzales, DNP, PMHNP-BC, ACNP-BC

Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Licensed in: New Mexico, Texas, New York

As a doctorate-prepared board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health and Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Lori completed her doctorate in nursing practice at Walden University and her graduate degrees at both Purdue University and Texas Tech University. Due to being double board certified and working in both Internal medicine and Psychiatry, Lori is well rounded to provide care to a diverse population. She has a large amount of experience in testing and treating depression throughout the lifespan.

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Christine Forge, MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

Family Nurse Practitioner 
Licensed in: Florida

As a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Christine has a wealth of knowledge to draw from to provide care. Christine graduated Summa Cum Laude from Maryville University and has worked 23 years in the field of psychiatry, 35 years of total nursing experience. Christine has worked with all ages in assessing, diagnosing, and treating depression. She has also worked with clients who have depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.

How it works

  1. Choose the right provider for you

    Providers on Klarity are licensed, board-certified, and offer a personalized approach to your unique depression treatment needs. See detailed profiles for each provider and find an approach that’s best for you. (Costs for treatment options may vary.)

  2. Have your initial patient visit

    Your journey to reduced depression symptoms starts with an initial consultation. Your provider will work with you to recommend the right depression treatment for you and that may or may not include prescription medication and/or counseling.

  3. Work with your provider on your progress

    Your initial depression consultation is just the beginning. You and your provider will follow up to make sure you’re doing okay and are reaching your goals. You stay on track with ongoing support from your provider(s) and medication refills if needed. 

  4. Access 24×7 support from Klarity 

    If you have questions or need assistance, the Klarity Patient Support team is there to help. Along with your provider, they’re committed to making sure you have the best care and support throughout treatment.

With Klarity, you’re in good company

Read through stories from real patients who received treatment from healthcare providers on Klarity.

Frequently asked questions about depression treatment online or in person

Sources

National Library of Medicine, Depression: Learn More — Treatments for depression, Jun. 2020, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279282/

NHS, Overview – Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/talking-therapies-medicine-treatments/medicines-and-psychiatry/ssri-antidepressants/overview/


The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Everyone’s weight loss journey is unique and results will vary. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions or concerns you have regarding your health.

How we reviewed this article: This article goes through rigorous fact-checking by a team of medical reviewers. Reviewers are trained medical professionals who ensure each article contains the most up-to-date information, and that medical details have been correctly interpreted by the author.

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All professional services are provided by independent private practices via the Klarity technology platform. Klarity Health, Inc. does not provide any medical services.
If you’re having an emergency or in emotional distress, here are some resources for immediate help: Emergency: Call 911. National Suicide Prevention Hotline: Call 988. Crisis Text Line: Text Home to 741-741
Fax:
(855) 975-3008

PO Box 5098 Redwood City, CA 94063

100 Broadway Street, Redwood City CA, 94063

If you’re having an emergency or in emotional distress, here are some resources for immediate help: Emergency: Call 911. National Suicide Prevention Hotline: Call 988. Crisis Text Line: Text Home to 741-741
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