Our Services
Depression Therapy in Boulder, Colorado
Depression can make every day feel heavy, foggy, and disconnected. Our Boulder-based therapists provide warm, evidence-based depression treatment — in person and online across Colorado — to help you feel like yourself again.
Types of Depression We Treat
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
Persistent sadness, loss of interest, low energy, sleep changes, and difficulty concentrating that interfere with daily life.
Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)
Chronic, low-grade depression that lingers for years, often dismissed as "just how I am." It is treatable.
Postpartum & Perinatal Depression
Depression and intrusive thoughts during pregnancy or after birth. Sensitive, nonjudgmental support for new parents.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Depression that worsens in the darker months. Common in Colorado — we help you build tools that work year-round.
High-Functioning Depression
Looking fine on the outside while struggling inside. We help you stop white-knuckling and start truly feeling better.
Situational Depression & Grief
Depression after loss, breakups, job changes, or life transitions. You do not have to navigate it alone.
Signs You Might Benefit from Depression Therapy
- ✓Persistent sadness, emptiness, or numbness lasting more than two weeks
- ✓Loss of interest or pleasure in things you used to enjoy
- ✓Fatigue, low motivation, or difficulty getting out of bed
- ✓Changes in sleep, appetite, or weight
- ✓Brain fog, indecision, or trouble concentrating
- ✓Feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, or excessive guilt
- ✓Irritability, anger, or emotional reactivity
- ✓Withdrawing from friends, family, or hobbies
- ✓Thoughts of self-harm or that life is not worth living
If you are in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) right now.
How We Treat Depression
At Ashton Mental Health in Boulder, we draw from proven, research-backed approaches and tailor every plan to you. Our therapists are trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), somatic practices, mindfulness, and strengths-based approaches.
Therapy for depression is not about pushing yourself to be positive. It is about understanding what your depression is protecting you from, building gentle daily structure, processing the underlying pain, and reconnecting with what matters to you.
See our providers to find a therapist whose approach fits you.
Depression Therapy FAQ
How long does depression therapy take?
Many clients notice meaningful change within 6–12 weekly sessions, though everyone's timeline is different.
Do I need medication?
Therapy is often effective on its own. For some people, medication combined with therapy works best. We can refer to trusted prescribers in the Boulder and Denver area when needed.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes — we are in-network with Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Colorado Access, Rocky Mountain Health Plans, Northeast Health Partners, and CCHA.
Do you offer online depression therapy?
Yes. We offer secure telehealth sessions to anyone in Colorado, including Boulder, Denver, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, and beyond.
You don’t have to keep pushing through alone.
Book a free 15-minute consult with a Boulder depression therapist.