Feeling down? ePST can help.
Problem-solving therapy for depression.
ePST is easy to use and helps you gain control of problems in your life to start feeling better.
Daily life problems can be stressful and cause or worsen depression. ePST teaches you tools to resolve your problems. By addressing things head-on, you start to feel in control of your life, your outlook improves, energy goes up. You feel better.
Get control over your problems and start feeling better.
ePST is an interactive online/mobile program. It uses technology developed for NASA to help astronauts manage their own problems in space.
ePST replicates the warmth and caring of live therapy… yet you handle things on your own.
Clinics and organizations can offer ePST to their patients, clients, or employees. (If you are a business, healthcare provider, etc., not looking for personal help, please Contact Us or request a free demo.)
ePST is private and secure.
Watch this brief video to learn more about ePST.
You can use ePST by itself, or with other treatments, like live therapy or medication.
Learn on any device
Schedule at your convenience
Move at your own pace
Receive personalized feedback
6 sessions that can make a difference!
Does it work?
Most users start to feel better within a few weeks. Problem-solving treatment (PST) is a form of CBT. Research supports that CBT is as effective for depression as anti-depressant medication. Plus, unlike medication, the benefits of PST continue long after you stop treatment. Research on ePST has shown that it works as well as PST by live clinicians.
Think about it... Meeting with an expert who specializes in this quality treatment could cost up to $1200 for 6 sessions. (And this is if you can find and connect with a good therapist.)
What do other people say about ePST?
Most users feel better. Hear what other people say about ePST.
What is it like to use ePST?
Your virtual coach, an expert in Problem-solving Treatment, is with you at every step, guiding and encouraging you. The coach is not live in real time but our technology makes ePST feel like live therapy.
6 weekly online sessions, about 45 minutes each
Start by tackling one problem to try out the steps
The program does not solve your problems – you do that
Your coach helps you take action
Practice with other problems, get feedback, and hone your skills
See your progress each week on your dashboard
ePST also helps you plan enjoyable activities … another important step to helping you feel better.
What problems will I work on?
ePST teaches you to manage practical problems --the daily life issues that can make each day feel like a struggle. Examples are:
conflicts with others
finances
making friends
finding time to study or exercise
managing your health
family issues
ePST does not get into your childhood or past trauma, and it does not ask you to focus on your inner thoughts and feelings.
Your coach helps you with the problem-solving steps:
Chose and clarify a problem to solve
Set a short-term goal
Brainstorm potential solutions
Weigh the pros and cons
Choose one or more solutions to try
Make a step-by-step action plan
The next week, together you check on your progress and adjust your plan.
View a 5-min preview, including a depression screen.
Is ePST right for me?
If depression is your main problem, or if you want to learn to manage problems in your life, ePST can help. Willing to try a self-guided approach? ePST likely is a good fit for you.
ePST might be the first thing you try
ePST can help even if you’ve tried other treatments, including medication
You might find ePST helpful while you are waiting to see a counselor
Some users see enough improvement with ePST that they don’t need additional treatment
However, ePST is not for everyone--live counseling and other forms of treatment are sometimes necessary.
Logistics: What else do I need to know?
For each session, get set up in a quiet area where you will not be interrupted. If you can’t find a private area, try using earphones/buds.
You’ll get email reminders, but if you miss an ePST session, reschedule to get back on track.
Complete all 6 sessions and carry out the between-session activities to get the most benefit.
Your site or referring clinic (if applicable) may monitor your progress and safety and help is available if needed.