Depression can feel like a silent struggle, slowly draining your energy, motivation, and ability to enjoy life. It can make everyday tasks feel overwhelming and leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and others. This emotional weight often builds quietly, making it hard to recognize just how much support you may need. If you’re finding it difficult to cope or feel like something isn’t quite right, it may be time to consider therapy. You might notice signs like:
Pro Tip: Getting help early makes healing easier, faster and safer.
Depression therapy goes beyond talk it creates lasting change.
Therapy helps you notice negative thoughts that may bring you down. Once you see them, you can begin to challenge and change them.
Talking about your past helps you understand how past events affect how you feel and act now. This can lead to healing and growth.
You’ll learn easy ways to handle stress, sadness, and tough moments. These tools help you feel more in control of your emotions and actions.
Therapy teaches you how to name your feelings, calm your mind, and stay balanced even when life gets hard or overwhelming.
As you feel better, it gets easier to rebuild healthy relationships, reach your goals, and enjoy time with people who matter to you.
Dr. Christopher Joaquim is a highly experienced therapist with over 20 years of clinical and coaching expertise.
Specializing in depression therapy, he offers compassionate, evidence-based support tailored to each individual’s needs. His approach combines CBT, mindfulness, and strength-based strategies to help clients manage symptoms, build resilience, and regain emotional balance.
Clients experience a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore challenges and rediscover clarity. Whether navigating long-term depression or recent struggles, he helps create lasting, meaningful change.
CBT helps you notice unhelpful thoughts and replace them with better ones. It also teaches healthy habits to feel more in control each day.
Mindfulness teaches you to focus on the present moment. It helps calm your mind, lower stress, and stop worrying about the past or future.
This approach helps you talk about your life in a new way. You can understand your story better and feel stronger about your future.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy helps you find what works, set goals, and take small steps forward. It focuses on strengths instead of problems.
Coaching gives you support, motivation, and clear steps to reach your goals. It helps you stay focused and move forward with confidence.
Healing takes time and therapy grows with you.
Therapy made to fit your needs and life.
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Find answers to the most commonly asked questions about our services.
Dr. Joaquim combines over 20 years of experience with evidence-based methods, offering therapy that’s both compassionate and customized to meet each person’s individual goals and emotional needs.
Yes, virtual therapy is available to clients in Florida, California, and across Massachusetts. It’s a secure, convenient way to receive personalized care from the comfort of your space.
In-person sessions are currently available only in Salem, Massachusetts. If you're located elsewhere, virtual therapy is a wonderful alternative that still provides effective, meaningful support.
Dr. Joaquim utilizes CBT, mindfulness, narrative therapy, SFBT, and coaching techniques, tailoring each session to what best supports your emotional growth and healing process.
If you're feeling low energy, disinterest, or emotional numbness, therapy may be helpful. A short virtual consultation can clarify whether this approach feels like a good fit for you.
The first session is a warm, judgment-free space to explore your needs. You'll begin discussing what’s most important to you and start identifying meaningful therapy goals together.
You can begin by scheduling a brief virtual consultation. It’s a simple, welcoming first step toward finding clarity, healing, and support tailored just for you.
Dr. Joaquim operates as an out-of-network provider. While insurance isn’t billed directly, many clients submit receipts for potential reimbursement. He’s happy to provide documentation to assist with that process.
Yes, a sliding scale may be available depending on individual financial needs. This can be discussed during the consultation to explore what feels most comfortable and accessible.
A variety of payment methods are accepted, including ACH transfers, Zelle, checks, cash, major credit cards, and HSA accounts. Dr. Joaquim aims to make payment as smooth as possible.
Yes, as per research from the National Institutes of Health, therapy, especially CBT and mindfulness-based approaches, has been shown to significantly reduce symptoms of depression and improve overall emotional well-being.