The main issue we need to consider when determining which type of therapeutic approach to use for Maggie’s depression is the suspected underlying factors contributing to her depression. Psychodynamic therapy is based on the assumption that a person is depressed because of unresolved, generally unconscious conflicts, often stemming from childhood. Humanistic therapy helps individuals access and understand their feelings, gain a sense of meaning in life, and reach self-actualization. Behavioral therapy is based on the idea that maladaptive behavior is learned, and thus adaptive behavior can also be learned. The goal is to teach patients new behaviors to minimize or eliminate problems, rather than focusing on the unconscious mind. Cognitive therapy