Psychologists and Therapists for Elderly in Umina Beach, NSW
As a Clinical Social Worker, I work with people who feel disconnected from their sense of self-worth, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. This can show up in relationship struggles, self-destructive patterns, people-pleasing, emotional dysregulation or numbness. Many clients experience low mood, anxiety, shame, or overwhelm. I support clients to build self-soothing skills, make sense of their experiences, and reconnect with their authentic Self. I work with compassion, honesty, and humour, creating a space that feels safe and grounded. Together, we move toward healing, greater self-trust, and meaningful, lasting change.
As a Clinical Social Worker, I work with people who feel disconnected from their sense of self-worth, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. This can show up in relationship struggles, self-destructive patterns, people-pleasing, emotional dysregulation or numbness. Many clients experience low mood, anxiety, shame, or overwhelm. I support clients to build self-soothing skills, make sense of their experiences, and reconnect with their authentic Self. I work with compassion, honesty, and humour, creating a space that feels safe and grounded. Together, we move toward healing, greater self-trust, and meaningful, lasting change.
Are you in need of a NDIS Therapeutic support for your Self Managed NDIS Plan. If so Soulfull Wellness Clinic provides Trauma Informed Psychosocial Capacity Building Supports for Families, Adolescents, Neurodivergent and Individuals who may be experiencing Loss, Grief, Trauma, Life Transitions, Cultural Transitions and Displacement .
Are you in need of a NDIS Therapeutic support for your Self Managed NDIS Plan. If so Soulfull Wellness Clinic provides Trauma Informed Psychosocial Capacity Building Supports for Families, Adolescents, Neurodivergent and Individuals who may be experiencing Loss, Grief, Trauma, Life Transitions, Cultural Transitions and Displacement .
I offer a range of services that cover all aspects of personal and life counselling, relationship & couples counselling, pre-marital counselling, career counselling and grief counselling. By offering counselling and therapeutic solutions, both in person and virtually, we’re here we’re here to help you bring about the change you’re looking for. I can offer support to NDIS self managed & plan managed clients. I have both in person clinics and virtual options for all appointments.
I offer a range of services that cover all aspects of personal and life counselling, relationship & couples counselling, pre-marital counselling, career counselling and grief counselling. By offering counselling and therapeutic solutions, both in person and virtually, we’re here we’re here to help you bring about the change you’re looking for. I can offer support to NDIS self managed & plan managed clients. I have both in person clinics and virtual options for all appointments.
Hello, Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, just not yourself or disconnected — even though you’re trying to keep going?
Do you worry that things may never feel safe or steady again or that you have lost your way in life?
If trauma, anxiety, feeling flat or burnout are shaping your days, you don’t have to face that alone.
I offer relational, trauma-informed therapy grounded in evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, to gently support healing and lasting change.
Hello, Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, just not yourself or disconnected — even though you’re trying to keep going?
Do you worry that things may never feel safe or steady again or that you have lost your way in life?
If trauma, anxiety, feeling flat or burnout are shaping your days, you don’t have to face that alone.
I offer relational, trauma-informed therapy grounded in evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, to gently support healing and lasting change.
Hi I’m Leanne, a Counsellor, Art Therapist, EFT Practitioner and Eating Psychology Coach, with more than 30 years’ experience supporting women’s wellbeing. I blend evidence-based and creative approaches to guide women toward greater self-compassion and inner healing. My passion is helping you discover more kindness for yourself and empowering you to expand your existing strengths and tools, so you can confidently embrace the life you choose to live.
Hi I’m Leanne, a Counsellor, Art Therapist, EFT Practitioner and Eating Psychology Coach, with more than 30 years’ experience supporting women’s wellbeing. I blend evidence-based and creative approaches to guide women toward greater self-compassion and inner healing. My passion is helping you discover more kindness for yourself and empowering you to expand your existing strengths and tools, so you can confidently embrace the life you choose to live.
Even though you might not always feel like it, you are the expert in your own life. Life's complexities can often leave us feeling overwhelmed, confused, and adrift, lacking purpose and direction. This can lead to adopting unhealthy coping mechanisms to avoid thoughts and feelings altogether. My approach involves treating you with empathy, acceptance, and without judgment in a practical and supportive manner. Together, we will collaborate to rediscover your strengths, nurture resilience, and unlock your potential for growth, facilitating the changes you desire. I firmly believe in the possibility of positive change.
Even though you might not always feel like it, you are the expert in your own life. Life's complexities can often leave us feeling overwhelmed, confused, and adrift, lacking purpose and direction. This can lead to adopting unhealthy coping mechanisms to avoid thoughts and feelings altogether. My approach involves treating you with empathy, acceptance, and without judgment in a practical and supportive manner. Together, we will collaborate to rediscover your strengths, nurture resilience, and unlock your potential for growth, facilitating the changes you desire. I firmly believe in the possibility of positive change.
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Collaboration is the key to a successful therapy experience. Initially, our sessions will focus on your concerns to clarify your needs. Then, together, we will explore the treatment approaches that are best suited to meet your needs.
Collaboration is the key to a successful therapy experience. Initially, our sessions will focus on your concerns to clarify your needs. Then, together, we will explore the treatment approaches that are best suited to meet your needs.
I work with people of various cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds in both specialist health services (justice, family violence), schools (from Prep to Year 12) and specialist mental health services (adult residential services). I also facilitate group wellbeing programs for individuals & businesses, and have co-facilitated group workshops focused on teaching people practical skills to manage distress. I work best with people who are ready to take what we discuss in session, and implement this in their lives. I am a Director on the board with Australian Association of Psychologists Incorporated (AAPi).
I work with people of various cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds in both specialist health services (justice, family violence), schools (from Prep to Year 12) and specialist mental health services (adult residential services). I also facilitate group wellbeing programs for individuals & businesses, and have co-facilitated group workshops focused on teaching people practical skills to manage distress. I work best with people who are ready to take what we discuss in session, and implement this in their lives. I am a Director on the board with Australian Association of Psychologists Incorporated (AAPi).
I specialise in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and the everyday pressures that can feel impossible to manage. My approach is compassionate, non-judgmental, and grounded in evidence-based practices tailored to your unique needs. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that may be keeping you stuck and build the tools and insights you need to move forward — at your pace, in your own way. As a younger therapist, I bring a fresh, open-minded perspective and a strong awareness of the modern-day issues, pressures, and anxieties people can face.
I specialise in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and the everyday pressures that can feel impossible to manage. My approach is compassionate, non-judgmental, and grounded in evidence-based practices tailored to your unique needs. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that may be keeping you stuck and build the tools and insights you need to move forward — at your pace, in your own way. As a younger therapist, I bring a fresh, open-minded perspective and a strong awareness of the modern-day issues, pressures, and anxieties people can face.
Perhaps your relationship feels stuck. Maybe the same arguments keep happening, communication has become difficult, or life simply feels heavier than it once did. Many of the people I work with are couples feeling disconnected or individuals trying to make sense of stress, relationships, or major life challenges. I also work with anxiety, life transitions and questions about where to go from here. Alongside private practice, I lecture in the Discipline of Counselling at the University of Notre Dame Australia and bring many years of experience in counselling, relationship education and family support.
Perhaps your relationship feels stuck. Maybe the same arguments keep happening, communication has become difficult, or life simply feels heavier than it once did. Many of the people I work with are couples feeling disconnected or individuals trying to make sense of stress, relationships, or major life challenges. I also work with anxiety, life transitions and questions about where to go from here. Alongside private practice, I lecture in the Discipline of Counselling at the University of Notre Dame Australia and bring many years of experience in counselling, relationship education and family support.
As a Counsellor and Educator with over 17 years of clinical experience and 5 years teaching the Diploma of Counselling, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals through healing and empowerment. My practice is dedicated to trauma-informed care, with specialised expertise in: Domestic Family Violence, Sexual Assault and Workplace issues, including Bullying, Stress, and Burnout. I am passionate about providing inclusive and culturally safe support to historically marginalised communities, including: Culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and LGBTIQ+ communities.
As a Counsellor and Educator with over 17 years of clinical experience and 5 years teaching the Diploma of Counselling, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals through healing and empowerment. My practice is dedicated to trauma-informed care, with specialised expertise in: Domestic Family Violence, Sexual Assault and Workplace issues, including Bullying, Stress, and Burnout. I am passionate about providing inclusive and culturally safe support to historically marginalised communities, including: Culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and LGBTIQ+ communities.
Something isn’t quite right. It may be that you can’t stop yourself from worrying. Or you are compulsively avoiding things (places, people, certain situations). Perhaps you find yourself flying into a sudden, uncontrollable, panic. It may be that you are feeling down: you can’t shake the sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness in your life. You may be feeling worthless and guilty too. It could be your relationships that aren’t working (partner, friends, family, boss, or colleagues). Perhaps past experiences are haunting you so that you lose your connection to the present and the people in it. Perhaps it's all of the above.
Something isn’t quite right. It may be that you can’t stop yourself from worrying. Or you are compulsively avoiding things (places, people, certain situations). Perhaps you find yourself flying into a sudden, uncontrollable, panic. It may be that you are feeling down: you can’t shake the sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness in your life. You may be feeling worthless and guilty too. It could be your relationships that aren’t working (partner, friends, family, boss, or colleagues). Perhaps past experiences are haunting you so that you lose your connection to the present and the people in it. Perhaps it's all of the above.
From collaborating with different people through therapy over the years, I have noticed that even everyday people feel the effects of modern life on their mental health. This is because modern life comes with a lot of complexity and demands. Today, people pursue a combination of identity, lifestyle, fulfilment, achievement, supportive relationships, a work-life balance, financial gain, career progression, a bigger world purpose, and more. The pursuit is wonderful, however navigating these demands can strain our mental health over time.
From collaborating with different people through therapy over the years, I have noticed that even everyday people feel the effects of modern life on their mental health. This is because modern life comes with a lot of complexity and demands. Today, people pursue a combination of identity, lifestyle, fulfilment, achievement, supportive relationships, a work-life balance, financial gain, career progression, a bigger world purpose, and more. The pursuit is wonderful, however navigating these demands can strain our mental health over time.
If you feel stressed and unsure how to get your life to be enjoyable again, I can help you re-set, increase your self esteem and think clearly again. I have successfully worked with many clients who have been in extremely difficult emotional and practical situations where we worked together to unlock their freedom and growth towards increased quality of life and empowerment.
I have reached the highest level of clinical expertise for a counsellor with a Master of Counselling and the highest acceditation level: Registered Clinical Counsellor (PACFA)
If you feel stressed and unsure how to get your life to be enjoyable again, I can help you re-set, increase your self esteem and think clearly again. I have successfully worked with many clients who have been in extremely difficult emotional and practical situations where we worked together to unlock their freedom and growth towards increased quality of life and empowerment.
I have reached the highest level of clinical expertise for a counsellor with a Master of Counselling and the highest acceditation level: Registered Clinical Counsellor (PACFA)
Positive Mind Works is a Telehealth Counselling, Psychology, and Psychiatry clinic. We provide support in the comfort and privacy of your own home for couples, adults, and young people. Positive Mind Works has been developed to provide convenient access to expert and confidential support. Clients are offered individualised support based on their goals and chosen focus. We specialise in treating depression, anxiety, panic, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, phobias, OCD, ADHD and PTSD/trauma. A coaching and positive psychology service are also offered for clients wishing to improve motivation toward their goals.
Positive Mind Works is a Telehealth Counselling, Psychology, and Psychiatry clinic. We provide support in the comfort and privacy of your own home for couples, adults, and young people. Positive Mind Works has been developed to provide convenient access to expert and confidential support. Clients are offered individualised support based on their goals and chosen focus. We specialise in treating depression, anxiety, panic, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, phobias, OCD, ADHD and PTSD/trauma. A coaching and positive psychology service are also offered for clients wishing to improve motivation toward their goals.
Sometimes, after years of life being OK, things can just start to unravel, and you find yourself having to find a new way to think, or even a new way to be. At times like this, we start to question what really matters in our life, and we can be uncertain about the best way to move forward.
Drawing on my PhD research into sense of self and adult change, I help clients to consider that they just might be entering a whole new stage of adult growth, where their old priorities may need to change, to make way for new, fresh ideas to flow, on who we believe we are, and what is possible for our life.
Sometimes, after years of life being OK, things can just start to unravel, and you find yourself having to find a new way to think, or even a new way to be. At times like this, we start to question what really matters in our life, and we can be uncertain about the best way to move forward.
Drawing on my PhD research into sense of self and adult change, I help clients to consider that they just might be entering a whole new stage of adult growth, where their old priorities may need to change, to make way for new, fresh ideas to flow, on who we believe we are, and what is possible for our life.
I work across the lifespan. My practice focuses on helping people gain greater insight and overcome challenges in two main areas: I work with young people and adults who have experienced complex developmental trauma/family dysfunction and with people of all ages requiring psychoeducational and/or behavioural assessment. Complex trauma often shows up as anxiety, depression, (complex) PTSD, violence, family conflict and relationship difficulties - I work with individuals, couples and families dealing with these challenges.
I work across the lifespan. My practice focuses on helping people gain greater insight and overcome challenges in two main areas: I work with young people and adults who have experienced complex developmental trauma/family dysfunction and with people of all ages requiring psychoeducational and/or behavioural assessment. Complex trauma often shows up as anxiety, depression, (complex) PTSD, violence, family conflict and relationship difficulties - I work with individuals, couples and families dealing with these challenges.
For me, the heart of therapy is building a real, human connection. I like to keep the process authentic and, at times, a little unconventional—because no two people are the same, and neither is the way we work together. My role is to offer compassion, understanding, and steady support as we navigate whatever life is throwing your way. I believe in focusing on what’s gone right in your life—your wins, your strengths, and the moments you’ve already overcome—rather than only looking at setbacks. Every experience, whether uplifting or challenging, shapes who you are and can be a stepping stone toward who you want to become.
For me, the heart of therapy is building a real, human connection. I like to keep the process authentic and, at times, a little unconventional—because no two people are the same, and neither is the way we work together. My role is to offer compassion, understanding, and steady support as we navigate whatever life is throwing your way. I believe in focusing on what’s gone right in your life—your wins, your strengths, and the moments you’ve already overcome—rather than only looking at setbacks. Every experience, whether uplifting or challenging, shapes who you are and can be a stepping stone toward who you want to become.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults seeking cognitive and ADHD assessments or support with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and life transitions. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling with school, work, relationships, or confidence.
With over 25 years’ experience across education and care settings, I bring a strong developmental perspective. My approach is warm, collaborative, and strengths-based, focused on building practical skills, improving coping, and supporting meaningful, lasting change.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults seeking cognitive and ADHD assessments or support with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and life transitions. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling with school, work, relationships, or confidence.
With over 25 years’ experience across education and care settings, I bring a strong developmental perspective. My approach is warm, collaborative, and strengths-based, focused on building practical skills, improving coping, and supporting meaningful, lasting change.
If you are navigating life's challenges, it can be helpful to have someone trusted and non-judgemental to talk to. I aim to ensure my clients feel accepted, safe, and comfortable to discuss their concerns, and confident that together we can find a path forward to build an enriching and fulfilling life.
I have special interest in supporting expectant and new mothers, pregnancy, perinatal and postnatal support, in addition to helping people recover after traumatic or stressful life events.
If you are navigating life's challenges, it can be helpful to have someone trusted and non-judgemental to talk to. I aim to ensure my clients feel accepted, safe, and comfortable to discuss their concerns, and confident that together we can find a path forward to build an enriching and fulfilling life.
I have special interest in supporting expectant and new mothers, pregnancy, perinatal and postnatal support, in addition to helping people recover after traumatic or stressful life events.
Nearby Seniors Therapists Searches for Umina Beach
- Avalon Beach
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- Woy Woy
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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.