Psychologists and Therapists for Elderly in Croydon, NSW
Michele Benson is registered Clinical Psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia. Additionally, Michele holds a Bachelor of Nursing and Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy. While she no longer maintains registration as an RN, Michele has accrued over 20 years of experience working as a mental health nurse, counsellor, and psychologist in a broad range of public and private mental health and hospital settings.
Michele Benson is registered Clinical Psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia. Additionally, Michele holds a Bachelor of Nursing and Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy. While she no longer maintains registration as an RN, Michele has accrued over 20 years of experience working as a mental health nurse, counsellor, and psychologist in a broad range of public and private mental health and hospital settings.
When lingering or reoccurring issues arise they create within us a dissatisfaction about life and how we feel about ourselves. Issues such as relationship difficulties, addictions, career, life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, body image, negative beliefs and thoughts, emotional overwhelm, aggression, low energy, impulsivity etc. can affect your self esteem and your ability to think clearly and solve problems effectively. Learning new skills, building on resilience and resources and dealing with past issues that affect your present life can be empowering and create satisfaction and fulfilment in your life.
When lingering or reoccurring issues arise they create within us a dissatisfaction about life and how we feel about ourselves. Issues such as relationship difficulties, addictions, career, life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, body image, negative beliefs and thoughts, emotional overwhelm, aggression, low energy, impulsivity etc. can affect your self esteem and your ability to think clearly and solve problems effectively. Learning new skills, building on resilience and resources and dealing with past issues that affect your present life can be empowering and create satisfaction and fulfilment in your life.
People come to therapy for different reasons. Sometimes something breaks — a loss, an ending, a life that suddenly doesn't fit — and it's too heavy to carry alone. And sometimes the same thing keeps happening — the same kind of partner, the same challenges, the same chronic loneliness — until it feels like something you can't name is running things. I work with both. I'm a depth counsellor — attachment wounds, the shadow, trauma, grief, identity shifts. I specialise in shadow and soul work. Much of what runs us was built in survival — it was protection once. Whether you need room or answers, that's the work we can do together.
People come to therapy for different reasons. Sometimes something breaks — a loss, an ending, a life that suddenly doesn't fit — and it's too heavy to carry alone. And sometimes the same thing keeps happening — the same kind of partner, the same challenges, the same chronic loneliness — until it feels like something you can't name is running things. I work with both. I'm a depth counsellor — attachment wounds, the shadow, trauma, grief, identity shifts. I specialise in shadow and soul work. Much of what runs us was built in survival — it was protection once. Whether you need room or answers, that's the work we can do together.
I offer a warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed approach, working with adolescents, adults and couples. I help those experiencing anxiety, eating disorders, conflict, stress, emotional overwhelm and the impacts of past experiences, to build a more compassionate relationship with yourself, strengthen relationships with others, towards a more connected, balanced and fulfilling life.
I offer a warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed approach, working with adolescents, adults and couples. I help those experiencing anxiety, eating disorders, conflict, stress, emotional overwhelm and the impacts of past experiences, to build a more compassionate relationship with yourself, strengthen relationships with others, towards a more connected, balanced and fulfilling life.
Robby is a Clinical Psychologist with many years of experience in both community mental health and private practice. Her areas of expertise and interest are anxiety, depression, trauma, pain management and relationships. She is an eclectic therapist and draws on a number of therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, Positive Psychology and Mindfulness based strategies. She believes the biggest vehicle for change is the therapeutic relationship and works on creating a connection and safety to work on therapeutic goals.
Robby is a Clinical Psychologist with many years of experience in both community mental health and private practice. Her areas of expertise and interest are anxiety, depression, trauma, pain management and relationships. She is an eclectic therapist and draws on a number of therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, Positive Psychology and Mindfulness based strategies. She believes the biggest vehicle for change is the therapeutic relationship and works on creating a connection and safety to work on therapeutic goals.
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Knowing what to do and being able to do it are often two very different things. You may already know you should cut back on drinking, stop overthinking, let go of obsessive thoughts, sleep more consistently, or handle conflict differently, yet you keep finding yourself back in the same place. My work focuses on understanding why some behaviours and thoughts persist and helping you change them using practical, research-backed approaches. Alongside my private practice, I work at a Swiss inpatient rehabilitation clinic treating addictions and mental health conditions (OCD, panic attacks, ADHD).
Knowing what to do and being able to do it are often two very different things. You may already know you should cut back on drinking, stop overthinking, let go of obsessive thoughts, sleep more consistently, or handle conflict differently, yet you keep finding yourself back in the same place. My work focuses on understanding why some behaviours and thoughts persist and helping you change them using practical, research-backed approaches. Alongside my private practice, I work at a Swiss inpatient rehabilitation clinic treating addictions and mental health conditions (OCD, panic attacks, ADHD).
NOW accepting NEW clients & HAVE availability! “I offer trauma informed therapy in a safe and non- judgemental space, so you can work through whatever difficulties you are experiencing, live more mindfully and embrace your inner strengths & resources.” My style is warm and empathic, though I can challenge respectfully when needed. I regard the therapeutic relationship as team work and appreciate that it takes significant courage to reach for counselling.
NOW accepting NEW clients & HAVE availability! “I offer trauma informed therapy in a safe and non- judgemental space, so you can work through whatever difficulties you are experiencing, live more mindfully and embrace your inner strengths & resources.” My style is warm and empathic, though I can challenge respectfully when needed. I regard the therapeutic relationship as team work and appreciate that it takes significant courage to reach for counselling.
When you come to therapy, you are often carrying more than the emotional pain that brought you here. Alongside the difficulty for which you are seeking help, you may also carry the uncertainty of asking for help in the first place and wonder whether you should be coping better on your own. You may feel anxious about revealing yourself to another person and wonder whether you will truly be understood.
Reaching out can be difficult. When you do, I will meet you there. Whatever brings you to therapy, and whatever anxieties accompany that step, they will be welcomed and can become part of our conversation.
When you come to therapy, you are often carrying more than the emotional pain that brought you here. Alongside the difficulty for which you are seeking help, you may also carry the uncertainty of asking for help in the first place and wonder whether you should be coping better on your own. You may feel anxious about revealing yourself to another person and wonder whether you will truly be understood.
Reaching out can be difficult. When you do, I will meet you there. Whatever brings you to therapy, and whatever anxieties accompany that step, they will be welcomed and can become part of our conversation.
I strive to ensure my clients feel heard, understood and respected, regardless of their situation, past or concern. Taking a positive psychology and humanistic approach, I fundamentally believe that every person has a unique strength and I strive to maximise and build upon that strength. I focus on the person as a whole and want to help people be the best version of themselves. Moving away from a deficit focus, I use strengths-based approaches with my clients. I aim to continuously provide clients with respect, a collaborative approach to working on goals, with compassion and authenticity.
I strive to ensure my clients feel heard, understood and respected, regardless of their situation, past or concern. Taking a positive psychology and humanistic approach, I fundamentally believe that every person has a unique strength and I strive to maximise and build upon that strength. I focus on the person as a whole and want to help people be the best version of themselves. Moving away from a deficit focus, I use strengths-based approaches with my clients. I aim to continuously provide clients with respect, a collaborative approach to working on goals, with compassion and authenticity.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, introspective people who understand themselves well but still feel stuck. They carry unresolved trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, grief, or relationship difficulties. Some are navigating life transitions or identity questions. Others feel internally divided, disconnected from themselves or the people they love. A significant number hold Christian faith and want their inner life and spiritual life to work together rather than against each other. Whatever brings them in, most share one thing: they want more than coping. They want something to actually change.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, introspective people who understand themselves well but still feel stuck. They carry unresolved trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, grief, or relationship difficulties. Some are navigating life transitions or identity questions. Others feel internally divided, disconnected from themselves or the people they love. A significant number hold Christian faith and want their inner life and spiritual life to work together rather than against each other. Whatever brings them in, most share one thing: they want more than coping. They want something to actually change.
I am a caring and compassionate psychologist who works with children, adolescents, adults and the elderly.
I am a caring and compassionate multilingual psychologist fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese. I work with all age groups and address a wide range of psychological issues, including adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, phobias, mood and thinking disorders, psychosis, life transitions, identity and self-esteem, relationships, cross-cultural challenges, and work-related concerns. I also provide career coaching, pre/post-marriage counselling, parenting advice, Christian counselling, and cognitive assessments.
I am a caring and compassionate psychologist who works with children, adolescents, adults and the elderly.
I am a caring and compassionate multilingual psychologist fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese. I work with all age groups and address a wide range of psychological issues, including adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, phobias, mood and thinking disorders, psychosis, life transitions, identity and self-esteem, relationships, cross-cultural challenges, and work-related concerns. I also provide career coaching, pre/post-marriage counselling, parenting advice, Christian counselling, and cognitive assessments.
Dr Evelyn Gasparillo works with adult from 18 to 80+. You can count on her professional skills to help you with a wide range of psychological and mental health concerns such as: • Depression and other mood related issues • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder • Anxiety, panic attacks and phobias • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder • Adjustment Disorder • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) • Self-esteem issues • Anger management • Grief and Loss • Sleep Problems • Work related stress • Significant life transitions and acculturation issues. • Chronic pain.
Dr Evelyn Gasparillo works with adult from 18 to 80+. You can count on her professional skills to help you with a wide range of psychological and mental health concerns such as: • Depression and other mood related issues • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder • Anxiety, panic attacks and phobias • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder • Adjustment Disorder • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) • Self-esteem issues • Anger management • Grief and Loss • Sleep Problems • Work related stress • Significant life transitions and acculturation issues. • Chronic pain.
My ideal clients are insightful, motivated adults ready to move beyond survival adaptations such as anxiety, people pleasing, depression, addiction, relational trauma, and negative core beliefs. With 30 years of clinical experience and lived insight into trauma recovery, I integrate Jungian psychology, EMDR, Flash, Havening, somatic therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, psychodynamic therapy, NLP, and clinical hypnosis to support deep behavioural change, nervous system regulation, and lasting transformation.
My ideal clients are insightful, motivated adults ready to move beyond survival adaptations such as anxiety, people pleasing, depression, addiction, relational trauma, and negative core beliefs. With 30 years of clinical experience and lived insight into trauma recovery, I integrate Jungian psychology, EMDR, Flash, Havening, somatic therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, psychodynamic therapy, NLP, and clinical hypnosis to support deep behavioural change, nervous system regulation, and lasting transformation.
I work with adults exploring ADHD or Autism, including high-masking and late-diagnosed individuals who have spent years feeling different, overwhelmed, or misunderstood. Many clients seek assessment, post-diagnostic support, or help managing anxiety, burnout, emotional overwhelm, and workplace stress. I also support individuals experiencing psychological workplace injuries, bullying, adjustment difficulties, and chronic stress impacting work and daily functioning.
I work with adults exploring ADHD or Autism, including high-masking and late-diagnosed individuals who have spent years feeling different, overwhelmed, or misunderstood. Many clients seek assessment, post-diagnostic support, or help managing anxiety, burnout, emotional overwhelm, and workplace stress. I also support individuals experiencing psychological workplace injuries, bullying, adjustment difficulties, and chronic stress impacting work and daily functioning.
Samantha has a keen interest in adult psychology, particularly in supporting individuals as they navigate identity, relationships, and understanding themselves on a deeper level. She creates a warm, compassionate space where clients feel comfortable exploring their experiences and challenges at their own pace. With extensive experience in anxiety and trauma linked to overthinking, feeling overwhelmed, people-pleasing, or masking their true selves, Samantha helps clients build awareness, recognise strengths, set boundaries, and develop a deeper connection with their authentic selves.
Samantha has a keen interest in adult psychology, particularly in supporting individuals as they navigate identity, relationships, and understanding themselves on a deeper level. She creates a warm, compassionate space where clients feel comfortable exploring their experiences and challenges at their own pace. With extensive experience in anxiety and trauma linked to overthinking, feeling overwhelmed, people-pleasing, or masking their true selves, Samantha helps clients build awareness, recognise strengths, set boundaries, and develop a deeper connection with their authentic selves.
Sophie is a registered Psychologist and sees adults and teens in Brisbane / Meanjin / Magandjin for trauma-informed, evidence-based, and neuro-affirming therapy.
Sophie supports clients with anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, big emotions, life changes, coping with chronic illness, relationships, grief / loss, identity and meaning challenges, learning difficulties, managing differences in executive functioning and sensory differences, neurodivergent burnout.
Sophie is safe and affirming of client experiences as part of LGBTQIA+ communities, neurodivergent communities, or particular to cultural or religious background.
Sophie is a registered Psychologist and sees adults and teens in Brisbane / Meanjin / Magandjin for trauma-informed, evidence-based, and neuro-affirming therapy.
Sophie supports clients with anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, big emotions, life changes, coping with chronic illness, relationships, grief / loss, identity and meaning challenges, learning difficulties, managing differences in executive functioning and sensory differences, neurodivergent burnout.
Sophie is safe and affirming of client experiences as part of LGBTQIA+ communities, neurodivergent communities, or particular to cultural or religious background.
Maddi helps clients to move forward in their lives and helps them to create a life they feel good in. Maddi’s therapy style is present/future based using Solution Focused and IFS therapy, aiming to improve positive emotions rather than looping through past stories and re-living past traumas through talking about the past alone. Clients may find this therapy style helpful if they have tried talking about the past and found that it hasn't worked for them/they have no capacity/and/are recovering from burn-out/trauma and they want to work with someone who helps them take action to move forward both physically and mentally.
Maddi helps clients to move forward in their lives and helps them to create a life they feel good in. Maddi’s therapy style is present/future based using Solution Focused and IFS therapy, aiming to improve positive emotions rather than looping through past stories and re-living past traumas through talking about the past alone. Clients may find this therapy style helpful if they have tried talking about the past and found that it hasn't worked for them/they have no capacity/and/are recovering from burn-out/trauma and they want to work with someone who helps them take action to move forward both physically and mentally.
I work with high-functioning men, often in leadership roles or demanding professional environments, who are used to carrying responsibility and coping on their own. They come when the pressure builds, showing up as anxiety, irritability, relationship strain, or a sense that something feels off. I help them make sense of what’s been hard to see or put into words, understand their patterns, and find a steadier, more effective way forward.
I work with high-functioning men, often in leadership roles or demanding professional environments, who are used to carrying responsibility and coping on their own. They come when the pressure builds, showing up as anxiety, irritability, relationship strain, or a sense that something feels off. I help them make sense of what’s been hard to see or put into words, understand their patterns, and find a steadier, more effective way forward.
I am a registered psychologist and Clinical Psychology Registrar who is passionate about creating a warm, safe space for you to explore difficult emotions and be genuinely heard. I like to work with individuals experiencing a range of different challenges including anxiety and depression, healthy anxiety, adjustment and grief, and study stress. I am particularly interested in working with the neurodiverse community, chronic health conditions, and overcoming relationship difficulties. I have worked with individuals across the lifespan and in a variety of settings including university, headspace and hospital settings.
I am a registered psychologist and Clinical Psychology Registrar who is passionate about creating a warm, safe space for you to explore difficult emotions and be genuinely heard. I like to work with individuals experiencing a range of different challenges including anxiety and depression, healthy anxiety, adjustment and grief, and study stress. I am particularly interested in working with the neurodiverse community, chronic health conditions, and overcoming relationship difficulties. I have worked with individuals across the lifespan and in a variety of settings including university, headspace and hospital settings.
Hi, I'm Kate. I'm a clinical psych and I'm passionate about forming strong working relationships with clients and working toward a goal together. I have a special interest in trauma as well as body image issues, including body dysmorphia, perinatal and postnatal, post weight-change or other circumstances which might have led you to feel discomfort, shame or even disgust living in your own skin. I am an EMDR therapist and I truly believe it can be used to help any person to let go of the barriers holding them back. If you're reading this bio, it means part of you is ready for that change. Get in touch and we can work the rest out!
Hi, I'm Kate. I'm a clinical psych and I'm passionate about forming strong working relationships with clients and working toward a goal together. I have a special interest in trauma as well as body image issues, including body dysmorphia, perinatal and postnatal, post weight-change or other circumstances which might have led you to feel discomfort, shame or even disgust living in your own skin. I am an EMDR therapist and I truly believe it can be used to help any person to let go of the barriers holding them back. If you're reading this bio, it means part of you is ready for that change. Get in touch and we can work the rest out!
Nearby Seniors Therapists Searches for Croydon
- Ashfield
- Burwood
- Campsie
- Canterbury
- Concord
- Dulwich Hill
- Five Dock
- Haberfield
- North Strathfield
- Petersham
- Strathfield
- Summer Hill
FAQ - About Therapy for Seniors
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.