Geriatric and Seniors Counselling in Edgware
I’ve worked with lots of different people, including children and young people, older adults and people with intellectual disabilities, neurodevelopmental and neurological conditions.
When we meet, we’ll spend time getting to know each other so I understand what brought you to see me. It’s really important to me that we build a solid foundation for our relationship, built on trust, warmth and a non-judgemental approach. We’ll think about what might be helpful in moving forwards and what you might expect from our work together.
I’ve worked with lots of different people, including children and young people, older adults and people with intellectual disabilities, neurodevelopmental and neurological conditions.
When we meet, we’ll spend time getting to know each other so I understand what brought you to see me. It’s really important to me that we build a solid foundation for our relationship, built on trust, warmth and a non-judgemental approach. We’ll think about what might be helpful in moving forwards and what you might expect from our work together.
Hi, I am Shoshana. I am an Art Psychotherapist. Whether you are struggling to cope with current events or longer term unresolved feelings, I can help you explore the meaning of these emotions and how to process through them to become healthier and happier in yourself. By using art in the therapy, we can explore deep rooted causes for why we feel the way we do. Art helps us reach our unconscious voice that wants to be heard. Through developing a relationship in a safe and confidential space, I will help you explore what it is that you need to process.
Hi, I am Shoshana. I am an Art Psychotherapist. Whether you are struggling to cope with current events or longer term unresolved feelings, I can help you explore the meaning of these emotions and how to process through them to become healthier and happier in yourself. By using art in the therapy, we can explore deep rooted causes for why we feel the way we do. Art helps us reach our unconscious voice that wants to be heard. Through developing a relationship in a safe and confidential space, I will help you explore what it is that you need to process.
Not everybody has been fortunate enough to have been heard. To talk and feel they are being listened to. I would like to be able to give you this opportunity. In a safe, reliable and comfortable setting I will offer you a non-judgemental space in which to explore difficult feelings and share your thoughts. Life is often fast paced and I would like to offer you the opportunity to slow down a little.
Not everybody has been fortunate enough to have been heard. To talk and feel they are being listened to. I would like to be able to give you this opportunity. In a safe, reliable and comfortable setting I will offer you a non-judgemental space in which to explore difficult feelings and share your thoughts. Life is often fast paced and I would like to offer you the opportunity to slow down a little.
Life is a journey and we all choose how to embark upon it. Choices have consequences and it is the consequences that many people have most difficulty dealing with. The need for personal fulfillment and quality of life are ever more apparent in the current global climate. As an experienced Psychotherapist and Life Coach, I have enabled people to examine their lives and ultimately make choices that they can live with. My clients and I have successfully resolved a very broad range of issues, including: *Life changes (redundancy; divorce) *Abuse *Depression *Bereavement *Loneliness *Anxiety *Poor Relationships *Terminal Illness
Life is a journey and we all choose how to embark upon it. Choices have consequences and it is the consequences that many people have most difficulty dealing with. The need for personal fulfillment and quality of life are ever more apparent in the current global climate. As an experienced Psychotherapist and Life Coach, I have enabled people to examine their lives and ultimately make choices that they can live with. My clients and I have successfully resolved a very broad range of issues, including: *Life changes (redundancy; divorce) *Abuse *Depression *Bereavement *Loneliness *Anxiety *Poor Relationships *Terminal Illness
Thank you for viewing my profile. Whether you have had counselling before or this is your first enquiry, finding the right counsellor can be a further challenge in addition to how you may already be feeling. You may be sad, anxious, depressed, isolated or overwhelmed with life. You may be grieving after the loss of a loved one. There may be things you want to unravel from your past that are hindering you in the present. Or you may simply need a space to just be, to talk through your worries and be listened to. Whatever your reasons, you have taken an important and courageous step towards your self care and growth.
Thank you for viewing my profile. Whether you have had counselling before or this is your first enquiry, finding the right counsellor can be a further challenge in addition to how you may already be feeling. You may be sad, anxious, depressed, isolated or overwhelmed with life. You may be grieving after the loss of a loved one. There may be things you want to unravel from your past that are hindering you in the present. Or you may simply need a space to just be, to talk through your worries and be listened to. Whatever your reasons, you have taken an important and courageous step towards your self care and growth.
Dr. Emma Diamond, B.Sc, PG.Dip, DClinPsy, CPsychol
Psychologist, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Dr. Emma Diamond (B.Sc, PGDip, DClinPsy, CPsychol) is an experienced Principal Clinical Psychologist who has practiced for over 15 years. She is a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and completed a BPS accredited Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy). Dr. Diamond completed further training in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) at the Institute of Psychiatry, a centre of excellence for CBT, and she is a member of the British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).
Dr. Emma Diamond (B.Sc, PGDip, DClinPsy, CPsychol) is an experienced Principal Clinical Psychologist who has practiced for over 15 years. She is a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and completed a BPS accredited Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy). Dr. Diamond completed further training in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) at the Institute of Psychiatry, a centre of excellence for CBT, and she is a member of the British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).
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I also specialise in neuropsychological assessments for query dementia and psychotherapy for older adults.
My doctorate level training and post-qualifying clinical experience has acquired me with a broad range of skills in delivering a range of psychotherapies. These include CBT, DBT, CAT , EMDR and Psychodynamic Therapy. I work in an integrative way using either one or a combination of these models.
I also specialise in neuropsychological assessments for query dementia and psychotherapy for older adults.
My doctorate level training and post-qualifying clinical experience has acquired me with a broad range of skills in delivering a range of psychotherapies. These include CBT, DBT, CAT , EMDR and Psychodynamic Therapy. I work in an integrative way using either one or a combination of these models.
I offer short or long term therapy and work with adults and the elderly on a one-to-one basis.
As an experienced, registered and qualified Integrative Therapist, I have many years of experience. I am able to draw on skills from a variety of therapeutic models with a background in private practice, public counselling services, and NHS acute clinical settings, enabling me to tailor my approach to meet your individual needs.
I offer short or long term therapy and work with adults and the elderly on a one-to-one basis.
As an experienced, registered and qualified Integrative Therapist, I have many years of experience. I am able to draw on skills from a variety of therapeutic models with a background in private practice, public counselling services, and NHS acute clinical settings, enabling me to tailor my approach to meet your individual needs.
My background is in counselling young adults (14+) through to older clients (94 being my eldest to date).
I aim to instil an overall sense of mental wellbeing and health; to help clients work through past traumas by showing them a different, more positive way of understanding them; and to free individuals from long held anxieties so they can maintain better relationships and live a happier life. Alongside Private Practice, I work for the NHS as the Health and Wellbeing Practitioner at the Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridgeshire, offering onsite counselling to staff members. Prior to re-training as a Counsellor, I worked for 14 years in the Financial Sector and so have plenty of knowledge and understanding of the Corporate world.
My background is in counselling young adults (14+) through to older clients (94 being my eldest to date).
I aim to instil an overall sense of mental wellbeing and health; to help clients work through past traumas by showing them a different, more positive way of understanding them; and to free individuals from long held anxieties so they can maintain better relationships and live a happier life. Alongside Private Practice, I work for the NHS as the Health and Wellbeing Practitioner at the Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridgeshire, offering onsite counselling to staff members. Prior to re-training as a Counsellor, I worked for 14 years in the Financial Sector and so have plenty of knowledge and understanding of the Corporate world.
Dr. Tania Thorn: ADHD & Autism specialist
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
In addition, I specialise in working with late and young onset dementia.
I'm a neurodivergent, dual qualified Clinical Psychologist and Family & Couples Therapist with over 25 years experience, including working as a NHS Consultant Clinical Psychologist. I divide my time between an NHS specialist ADHD & Autism Service and my private practice, specialising in neurodiversity in adults. I provide ADHD & Autism screening and diagnosis, utilising validated and structured assessments. I also offer CBT for ADHD group therapy, coaching and evidence based therapy. For neurodivergent people in employment, intervention may be funded by Access to Work.
In addition, I specialise in working with late and young onset dementia.
I'm a neurodivergent, dual qualified Clinical Psychologist and Family & Couples Therapist with over 25 years experience, including working as a NHS Consultant Clinical Psychologist. I divide my time between an NHS specialist ADHD & Autism Service and my private practice, specialising in neurodiversity in adults. I provide ADHD & Autism screening and diagnosis, utilising validated and structured assessments. I also offer CBT for ADHD group therapy, coaching and evidence based therapy. For neurodivergent people in employment, intervention may be funded by Access to Work.
I use an array of techniques to support clients and their families with managing low mood, anxiety and adjustment to health/life changes including receiving a diagnosis of neurodegenerative conditions such as dementia and Parkinson's disease.
In a session, we may talk about your experience to identify patterns of behaviours that may be impacting negatively on your life. Focusing on your self-awareness, we can work together with curiosity to help you make more informed choices and achieve sustainable changes. I can also offer specialist assessment, including mental capacity assessments.
I use an array of techniques to support clients and their families with managing low mood, anxiety and adjustment to health/life changes including receiving a diagnosis of neurodegenerative conditions such as dementia and Parkinson's disease.
In a session, we may talk about your experience to identify patterns of behaviours that may be impacting negatively on your life. Focusing on your self-awareness, we can work together with curiosity to help you make more informed choices and achieve sustainable changes. I can also offer specialist assessment, including mental capacity assessments.
I specialise in issues related to HIV, Sexual Health, Sexual Problems and Older Age, and have extensive NHS experience in these areas.
Hi, I'm Luke and I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist. Reaching out for support can sometimes require a lot of courage as society often teaches us that we should be able to deal with our own problems. The reality is that we, as humans, thrive when we are able to give care and support to others as well as receive this for ourselves. It is my belief that therapy shouldn't just be just for those who are at crisis point or struggling deeply with their mental wellbeing. Therapy is for anyone who needs a safe space to talk through any experiences in their lives and find ways to live alongside the pain and anxiety that this can create.
I specialise in issues related to HIV, Sexual Health, Sexual Problems and Older Age, and have extensive NHS experience in these areas.
Hi, I'm Luke and I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist. Reaching out for support can sometimes require a lot of courage as society often teaches us that we should be able to deal with our own problems. The reality is that we, as humans, thrive when we are able to give care and support to others as well as receive this for ourselves. It is my belief that therapy shouldn't just be just for those who are at crisis point or struggling deeply with their mental wellbeing. Therapy is for anyone who needs a safe space to talk through any experiences in their lives and find ways to live alongside the pain and anxiety that this can create.
I’m an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist, specialising in adult and older adult mental health.
I help people understand and resolve a range of difficulties including depression and anxiety, abuse and bereavement, and relationship problems. As well as private practice, I work as a psychotherapist at a leading NHS trauma hospital, and have a particular interest in trauma and burnout/work related difficulties, along with psychiatric diagnoses.
I’m an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist, specialising in adult and older adult mental health.
I help people understand and resolve a range of difficulties including depression and anxiety, abuse and bereavement, and relationship problems. As well as private practice, I work as a psychotherapist at a leading NHS trauma hospital, and have a particular interest in trauma and burnout/work related difficulties, along with psychiatric diagnoses.
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Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
London W1J
NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING: Neuropsychological testing online using different types of neuropsychological tests of brain injury and dementia.
PSYCHOLOGY EXPERT SERVICES: Psychological assessment, educational testing services and occupational health assessments. EXPERT PSYCHOLOGIST ASSESSMENT OF SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITY & NEURODEVELOPMENTAL CONDITIONS: Dyslexia tests, dyslexia in children, dyspraxia tests, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum, ADHD tests, and official IQ testing. MENTAL HEALTH: Personality disorder testing, mental health assessment online, wellbeing, and assessments of malingering disorders. We provide occupational health checks, undertake occupational health referrals, work capability assessments and advise on sickness absence policy.
NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING: Neuropsychological testing online using different types of neuropsychological tests of brain injury and dementia.
PSYCHOLOGY EXPERT SERVICES: Psychological assessment, educational testing services and occupational health assessments. EXPERT PSYCHOLOGIST ASSESSMENT OF SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITY & NEURODEVELOPMENTAL CONDITIONS: Dyslexia tests, dyslexia in children, dyspraxia tests, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum, ADHD tests, and official IQ testing. MENTAL HEALTH: Personality disorder testing, mental health assessment online, wellbeing, and assessments of malingering disorders. We provide occupational health checks, undertake occupational health referrals, work capability assessments and advise on sickness absence policy.
I provide evidence-based psychological therapy and neuropsychological assessments for adults and older adults.
Having worked in the NHS for over 12 years, I am an experienced therapist and supervisor providing Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy - effective and evidence based treatments for a range of emotional difficulties as recommended by the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE).
I provide evidence-based psychological therapy and neuropsychological assessments for adults and older adults.
Having worked in the NHS for over 12 years, I am an experienced therapist and supervisor providing Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy - effective and evidence based treatments for a range of emotional difficulties as recommended by the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE).
In particular, I have enjoyed working within the fields of autism, mental health and dementia/Alzheimers.
Hello. I'm Sarahanne. I am currently a trainee Counsellor & Psychotherapist, and have experience in working with a wide variety of presenting issues. You may have landed here today not sure about what exactly you are looking for. Or perhaps you have particular issues you know you want to work through. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship or family issues, or just feeling a bit stuck and are unsure how to make changes. You may be experiencing repeating patterns of behaviours or relationships, and want to explore why this keeps happening to you, and break the cycle. Whatever it is, I want to help you.
In particular, I have enjoyed working within the fields of autism, mental health and dementia/Alzheimers.
Hello. I'm Sarahanne. I am currently a trainee Counsellor & Psychotherapist, and have experience in working with a wide variety of presenting issues. You may have landed here today not sure about what exactly you are looking for. Or perhaps you have particular issues you know you want to work through. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship or family issues, or just feeling a bit stuck and are unsure how to make changes. You may be experiencing repeating patterns of behaviours or relationships, and want to explore why this keeps happening to you, and break the cycle. Whatever it is, I want to help you.
As well as bereavement I have great experience with the elderly.
I specialise in loss and bereavement, particularly through suicide, loss of pregnancy, baby or child. I will help you to understand your situation, working together to bring some kind of acceptance, hope and light. It is possible to come out of this and to feel better than you’re feeling now. I can’t tell you it will be easy but I can give you a safe, non judgemental, trusting place to share your experience, thoughts and feelings. I will be beside you to help you make sense of this painful place. The only way to the other side is through. Each individual journey is very different, your therapy will be bespoke, tailored for you.
As well as bereavement I have great experience with the elderly.
I specialise in loss and bereavement, particularly through suicide, loss of pregnancy, baby or child. I will help you to understand your situation, working together to bring some kind of acceptance, hope and light. It is possible to come out of this and to feel better than you’re feeling now. I can’t tell you it will be easy but I can give you a safe, non judgemental, trusting place to share your experience, thoughts and feelings. I will be beside you to help you make sense of this painful place. The only way to the other side is through. Each individual journey is very different, your therapy will be bespoke, tailored for you.
I have over 10 years of counselling experience and have helped children, couples, young and elderly people.
I am a motivational coach, public speaker, counsellor and founder of Nelumbo consultancy (NC), an organisation with the goal of helping individuals to build confidence and find purpose in their lives.
I have over 10 years of counselling experience and have helped children, couples, young and elderly people.
I am a motivational coach, public speaker, counsellor and founder of Nelumbo consultancy (NC), an organisation with the goal of helping individuals to build confidence and find purpose in their lives.
I have over a decade of experience working with a diverse population of clients in the mental health field from as young as age 11 to clients in their later life, ages 65 and older.
If you're seeking self-understanding, healing from past traumas, breaking generational cycles, and building resilience, I am here to help. Together, we'll examine both the internal and external factors contributing to your difficulties and work through them. Many aspects of life can impact our mental wellbeing, and during significant transitions, we may struggle with change. It’s often when things feel out of our control and we are not aligned with our ideal self that we experience distress. My goal is to help you unpack and process the past, work towards meaningful changes in the present, and create a lasting impact on your future.
I have over a decade of experience working with a diverse population of clients in the mental health field from as young as age 11 to clients in their later life, ages 65 and older.
If you're seeking self-understanding, healing from past traumas, breaking generational cycles, and building resilience, I am here to help. Together, we'll examine both the internal and external factors contributing to your difficulties and work through them. Many aspects of life can impact our mental wellbeing, and during significant transitions, we may struggle with change. It’s often when things feel out of our control and we are not aligned with our ideal self that we experience distress. My goal is to help you unpack and process the past, work towards meaningful changes in the present, and create a lasting impact on your future.
My background is in delivering emotional support to people with long-term conditions such as Parkinson's disease and dementia, and their carers.
I'm Katherine; a skilled, perceptive and experienced counsellor. I believe therapy can be effective and empowering; a useful place in which to talk about things you might not feel comfortable sharing with others in your life.
Whether you want to address specific issues, manage anxiety or depression, come to terms with difficult experiences, or simply understand yourself better, counselling can help.
My background is in delivering emotional support to people with long-term conditions such as Parkinson's disease and dementia, and their carers.
I'm Katherine; a skilled, perceptive and experienced counsellor. I believe therapy can be effective and empowering; a useful place in which to talk about things you might not feel comfortable sharing with others in your life.
Whether you want to address specific issues, manage anxiety or depression, come to terms with difficult experiences, or simply understand yourself better, counselling can help.
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Geriatric and Seniors Counsellors
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, dementia, and physical mobility challenges.
How can geriatric 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.
How is counselling for elderly different from counseling for other age groups?
Many aspects of geriatric counselling are similar to counselling in younger 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. However, therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients 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.
Can geriatric counselling help people who suffer from dementia?
Counselling can be highly effective for aging adults with dementia. While some therapists specialising in dementia may work with clients solely on topics surrounding memory loss, they can also assist clients with conditions that may co-occur at old age, such as anxiety or depression. Counsellors specialising in working with older adults can also offer an objective assessment of a client’s functioning or disease progression to caregivers, and they may be particularly knowledgeable about community resources that may benefit dementia clients and their families. Therapists specialising in dementia may also be trained in specialised forms of therapy for memory loss, such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST)—which can help mentally stimulate dementia clients to preserve cognitive functioning.