How can i cure depression with psychotherapy?

Yes: Psychotherapy is the best treatment for depression. If the depression is profound, sometimes medication can help, but it is not necessary.

Maybe: I must disagree with a colleague here who said that psychotherapy is the best treatment for depression and that medication is not necessary. Major depressive disorder can be a very serious condition, resulting in death (by suicide), if severe enough and if inadequately treated. I am concerned about misinformation for mental illness on the internet, from acquaintances and even on this forum.

Not the best: Treatment available. We know from years of research that the best treatment is a combination of medication and therapy. Why sell yourself short? Get the best treatment!

Control, not cure: Psychotherapy can be help one recover from depression. There is good evidence that several forms of psychotherapy work as well for mild to moderate depression as medication. Choice of treatment depends on availability, and the preferences of the patient. Each treatment has advantages and disadvantages. Neither psychotherapy or medication cure depression. Both types of treatment speed up the process of recovery.

Depends on severity: Usually, medication and psychotherapy combined provide optimal results. Psychotherapy will help you to recognize sx when they occur, talk about things that might cause depressive feelings to exacerbate, also help establish routine for you, including self-care. Psychotherapy will help you look for patterns of behavior you used in the past to cope with stress. You'll learn how to control depression.

Depression : By being an active participant, despite depressed mood, apathy, and low energy. Follow through with clinical recommendations, such as exercise, and homework.

Considerations: If there's no evident physical basis 4 this depression & u feel stuck, therapy can help u sort out what's keeping u stuck + help u get unstuck. Learn about different approaches (eg experiential & mindfulness approaches that help u identify & experience ur emotions as u're feeling them; psychodynamic or relational approaches that trace roots of ur feelings & explore patterns in ur relationships;...

Depression: Get an evaluation from a psychiatrist to help identify what depression means to you and whatever else may be bothering you. Consider recommendations for medication if any are given. Get a referral for a reputable psychotherapist to speak with. Meds and therapy combined are most optimal; no just one or the other.