Articles and posts on depression from the Manhattan Center for Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy.

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How to Find the Right Psychotherapy for You in NYC

Deciding to seek help is a big first step. From there, it’s important to find the right therapist. But with so many psychotherapy options in New York, how can you know what to look for? Last updated: December 19, 2021 The best therapist for you has the appropriate training and expertise to treat the issues…

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How to Overcome the Vicious Cycle of Depression and Avoidance

Depression makes everything harder, including the stuff we used to enjoy. This can lead us to avoid those things. Unfortunately, when depression and avoidance join forces, it can be really bad news. Behavioral activation is a treatment for depression that helps people focus on re-engagement with their lives. Specifically, it gets people doing precisely the…

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What You Need to Know About Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Depression

Depression is treated through various modalities including meditation and cognitive-behavioral therapy. Read below to learn what cognitive-behavioral therapy for depression looks like. Example 1: Jeff Jeff is a middle-aged man who was recently laid off. Although he has had multiple job interviews, he has been unemployed for the past six months. His confidence is wearing away…