Online Therapy for Depression

Category: Depression Online Therapy | Last updated: March 11th, 2026 | Medically reviewed by:

Do you have feelings of sadness and hopelessness, problems sleeping or are you experiencing a loss of energy and interest in daily activities? Feeling sad or having mood swings are just normal reactions to the ups and downs of life that everybody experiences. But if emptiness, worthlessness and helplessness have taken hold of your life and will not go away, you may be suffering from depression.

Most often, depression interferes with one's daily life and causes distress for both you and those who care about you. It makes it tough to function and enjoy your day-to-day life. You can no longer work, study, eat, sleep and enjoy life like you once did. Some even experience depression that is like living in "a black hole".

Our therapy for depression is based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). It's your automatic dysfunctional thinking that perpetuates your depression. It keeps you in a downwards spiral of negative thoughts about yourself and the world around you. With the guidance of our online therapy program for depression and your therapist, you will learn that these negative thoughts are not reality. Rather, they are dysfunctional beliefs about your self and your life, and are something that can be replaced with more realistic and healthier ways of thinking. Using CBT you will learn coping strategies, so that you eventually will be able to face previously feared situations without getting anxious or feeling depressed. The focus of the therapy is not on the past and what caused your depression symptoms. Your therapist will work on making you feel better about yourself, here and now - and in the future.

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Reviews

Our online therapy services have received 4793 reviews and the average rating is 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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"I think this is a good start into therapy. Especially as someone who has had a lot of trouble finding an available therapist. It can definitely be a good way to dive into who you are and why you are the way you are."

Cass (June 14, 2026)

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Ronnie (July 29, 2026)

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"A little too pricey but it helps"

AAO (July 17, 2026)

Rating: [4 out of 5 stars!]

"Got off to a rocky start. My first Therapist never showed up to the first Meeting, but Therapy Online reimbursed me and my new Therapist is helping a lot."

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Very Helpful (June 29, 2026)

Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]

"I feel like doing this has not only confirmed some stuff with me that I already knew, but helped me realize stuff I wouldn't have without that extra perspective. I know i may never be truly ‘cured’ from my problems, but I know feel less that I'm truly broken, and that I have the ability to work towards chsnge."

Tyty (July 24, 2026)

Rating: [4 out of 5 stars!]

"Navigating a comprehensive workbook like this requires a massive amount of mental energy, vulnerability, and honest self-reflection. It has really given me a lot to think about and has given me a different perspective on day to day life."

Ebmw (June 09, 2026)

Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]

"Easy to use, great therapist, reasonable price!"

Rw (July 31, 2026)

Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]

"I am very pleased with the progress I have made in my mental health journey. I feel fortunate to have conducted the research that led me to Online-Therapy.com, where I began working with my therapist, Mrs. Nkosi.

Mrs. Nkosi is an exceptional professional and an attentive listener who remains dedicated to my personal growth and development. It is evident that she entered this field out of a genuine desire to help others. I am highly satisfied with my experience thus far and am confident that this therapy will continue to support my transformation."

AJ (July 08, 2026)

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