Counselling for Seniors in Washington
Maybe something has stopped making sense. Anxiety that won't settle, low mood, a loss, a relationship or job that has changed shape, or a quiet sense that your life isn't quite your own. You might be capable and busy, and feel you shouldn't be struggling. You might have tried therapy before and found it cold or scripted. We don't treat what you're carrying as a fault to be fixed. More often it's a response to what life has asked of you. We listen properly, think it through with you, and go at your pace, so you can find a way forward that actually fits your life.
Maybe something has stopped making sense. Anxiety that won't settle, low mood, a loss, a relationship or job that has changed shape, or a quiet sense that your life isn't quite your own. You might be capable and busy, and feel you shouldn't be struggling. You might have tried therapy before and found it cold or scripted. We don't treat what you're carrying as a fault to be fixed. More often it's a response to what life has asked of you. We listen properly, think it through with you, and go at your pace, so you can find a way forward that actually fits your life.
Hey, I’m Hermione (she/her) – I am a qualified integrative counsellor supporting adults and teenagers to reconnect with themselves and their needs while navigating life’s challenges. I offer you down to earth, compassionate therapy underpinned by the understanding that meaningful change happens when we experience emotionally safe, secure relationships, where you feel held, seen and valued. Nothing exists in isolation; connection is an essential part of the journey.
I have experience in the private and charity sector working with clients experiencing a range of mental health struggles and hardships from a trauma informed lens.
Hey, I’m Hermione (she/her) – I am a qualified integrative counsellor supporting adults and teenagers to reconnect with themselves and their needs while navigating life’s challenges. I offer you down to earth, compassionate therapy underpinned by the understanding that meaningful change happens when we experience emotionally safe, secure relationships, where you feel held, seen and valued. Nothing exists in isolation; connection is an essential part of the journey.
I have experience in the private and charity sector working with clients experiencing a range of mental health struggles and hardships from a trauma informed lens.
Hi,
I'm Amy, a qualified and BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
You are welcome here- exactly as you are!
Hi,
I'm Amy, a qualified and BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
You are welcome here- exactly as you are!
Clients seek a safe and confidential space where they can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgement. I’m here to offer that safe space, guided by my compassion and years of experience working with individuals from all walks of life.
If you’re experiencing emotional difficulties, or struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or stress, I’m here to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and offer a different perspective.
Let’s work together on helping you to develop the coping strategies, and resilience, and work towards making those positive and lasting changes.
Clients seek a safe and confidential space where they can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgement. I’m here to offer that safe space, guided by my compassion and years of experience working with individuals from all walks of life.
If you’re experiencing emotional difficulties, or struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or stress, I’m here to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and offer a different perspective.
Let’s work together on helping you to develop the coping strategies, and resilience, and work towards making those positive and lasting changes.
I specialise in helping people overcome problems such as depression, anxiety (whether due to worry, obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, or intrusive thoughts), and sleep disorders (such as insomnia, nightmares and early waking) so they can feel better and function better in day to day life again.
I specialise in helping people overcome problems such as depression, anxiety (whether due to worry, obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, or intrusive thoughts), and sleep disorders (such as insomnia, nightmares and early waking) so they can feel better and function better in day to day life again.
I’m a psychodynamic and person-centred counsellor based in Jesmond. I offer a calm, nurturing space to explore life challenges, deepen self-understanding, and make sense of past and present experiences so you can find your own way forward..
I’m a psychodynamic and person-centred counsellor based in Jesmond. I offer a calm, nurturing space to explore life challenges, deepen self-understanding, and make sense of past and present experiences so you can find your own way forward..
I have a wide range of experience in clinical issues, I have worked with a range of ages from three years to sixty six year old clients. Specialising in Sex therapy, anger management, stress, anxiety and LGBTQIA+ issues, relationships and men's issues. All mental health issues can be talked about in person or via cyber counselling. I also offer experienced clinical supervision for counsellors, feel free to contact me for more information
I have a wide range of experience in clinical issues, I have worked with a range of ages from three years to sixty six year old clients. Specialising in Sex therapy, anger management, stress, anxiety and LGBTQIA+ issues, relationships and men's issues. All mental health issues can be talked about in person or via cyber counselling. I also offer experienced clinical supervision for counsellors, feel free to contact me for more information
Hi, I’m Stacey, an integrative counsellor based in the Northeast of England. I offer an adaptive approach that fits what you need in each moment.
I provide a space for adults where you can explore your thoughts and feelings and learn about yourself. I have a special focus on men's mental health, as well as domestic abuse, neurodivergence, anxiety and trauma.
Whatever it is that has brought you here we can figure this out together.
Hi, I’m Stacey, an integrative counsellor based in the Northeast of England. I offer an adaptive approach that fits what you need in each moment.
I provide a space for adults where you can explore your thoughts and feelings and learn about yourself. I have a special focus on men's mental health, as well as domestic abuse, neurodivergence, anxiety and trauma.
Whatever it is that has brought you here we can figure this out together.
Have you reached a point in life where something just doesn't feel right?
Perhaps you feel stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about what comes next. You may find yourself going through the motions, questioning your relationships, struggling to make decisions, or noticing the same patterns.
You don't have to face it alone. I'm Bettina, a BACP-registered counsellor and I offer a warm, compassionate, non-judgemental space where you can explore what's happening for you. Taking a whole-person approach, I help you understand how your thoughts, feelings, experiences and relationships may be affecting your emotional and physical wellbeing.
Have you reached a point in life where something just doesn't feel right?
Perhaps you feel stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about what comes next. You may find yourself going through the motions, questioning your relationships, struggling to make decisions, or noticing the same patterns.
You don't have to face it alone. I'm Bettina, a BACP-registered counsellor and I offer a warm, compassionate, non-judgemental space where you can explore what's happening for you. Taking a whole-person approach, I help you understand how your thoughts, feelings, experiences and relationships may be affecting your emotional and physical wellbeing.
Hello, I’m Bev. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and when our thoughts are disorganised it can be challenging to see a clear way forward and to make positive and healthy choices. Although it is helpful talking to others, many people feel more comfortable and more able to be fully open, talking to a trained professional. I am an Integrative Person-centered Counsellor and EMDR Practitioner. I have experience in supporting and helping clients overcome mental health issues including; bereavement, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and trauma.
Hello, I’m Bev. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and when our thoughts are disorganised it can be challenging to see a clear way forward and to make positive and healthy choices. Although it is helpful talking to others, many people feel more comfortable and more able to be fully open, talking to a trained professional. I am an Integrative Person-centered Counsellor and EMDR Practitioner. I have experience in supporting and helping clients overcome mental health issues including; bereavement, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and trauma.
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When the Past Meets the Present...
Sometimes a decision made years ago starts to weigh heavily when life changes — especially if you’re now facing health concerns or questioning the choices you once thought were right. This can bring up regret, self-doubt, or a deep need to find peace with yourself.
I offer a safe, confidential space to explore these feelings, work through the “what-ifs,” and rediscover your sense of strength and self-compassion. You don’t have to face the future carrying the weight of the past alone. Viktor Frankl "When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves".
When the Past Meets the Present...
Sometimes a decision made years ago starts to weigh heavily when life changes — especially if you’re now facing health concerns or questioning the choices you once thought were right. This can bring up regret, self-doubt, or a deep need to find peace with yourself.
I offer a safe, confidential space to explore these feelings, work through the “what-ifs,” and rediscover your sense of strength and self-compassion. You don’t have to face the future carrying the weight of the past alone. Viktor Frankl "When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves".
Welcome. Are you struggling at the moment? Connecting with a professional therapist you feel comfortable with can really help you step into your therapy journey. I invite you to read my full profile which has all the details about fees and availability. You may be grieving, lost, or have unprocessed traumas. You may feel anxious, about situations or issues in your life. You may be feeling ‘not good enough’ or perhaps you are going through work, identity or life changes or family struggles that are confusing and overwhelming. If you feel powerless at the moment or full of shame I’m here to empower you and help you.
Welcome. Are you struggling at the moment? Connecting with a professional therapist you feel comfortable with can really help you step into your therapy journey. I invite you to read my full profile which has all the details about fees and availability. You may be grieving, lost, or have unprocessed traumas. You may feel anxious, about situations or issues in your life. You may be feeling ‘not good enough’ or perhaps you are going through work, identity or life changes or family struggles that are confusing and overwhelming. If you feel powerless at the moment or full of shame I’m here to empower you and help you.
Do you feel weighed down by worry, stress and the demands of your life? Do you feel anxious, or depressed or low, or unmotivated and like you have lost the best part of you? Maybe you feel like you have never been able to discover the best part of you? Do you have unwanted thoughts, memories or images which you can't keep out of your mind? Are you worried about not being in the right relationship, or the right job? Do you feel confused about your feelings or unsure of the right decision to make? Do you feel like you have lost hope? You might feel lonely and unable to talk to family or friends about how you feel.
Do you feel weighed down by worry, stress and the demands of your life? Do you feel anxious, or depressed or low, or unmotivated and like you have lost the best part of you? Maybe you feel like you have never been able to discover the best part of you? Do you have unwanted thoughts, memories or images which you can't keep out of your mind? Are you worried about not being in the right relationship, or the right job? Do you feel confused about your feelings or unsure of the right decision to make? Do you feel like you have lost hope? You might feel lonely and unable to talk to family or friends about how you feel.
I help adults overcome trauma, coercive control, OCD and relationship difficulties. Specialising in trauma, coercive control recovery, OCD and EMDR for adults seeking long-term change.
I'm Lucy, a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with over 15 years experience using CBT, ACT, DBT and EMDR I help you break free from patterns that keep you stuck. Clients describe my style as calm, compassionate and focused-creating a safe space to explore painful experiences and building lasting change. I offer face to face and online therapy across Stockton-on-Tees, Yarm, Harrogate, Durham and Jesmond.
I help adults overcome trauma, coercive control, OCD and relationship difficulties. Specialising in trauma, coercive control recovery, OCD and EMDR for adults seeking long-term change.
I'm Lucy, a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with over 15 years experience using CBT, ACT, DBT and EMDR I help you break free from patterns that keep you stuck. Clients describe my style as calm, compassionate and focused-creating a safe space to explore painful experiences and building lasting change. I offer face to face and online therapy across Stockton-on-Tees, Yarm, Harrogate, Durham and Jesmond.
I am a psychotherapeutic counsellor using Transactional Analysis (TA) as my Core Therapeutic Model. I also borrow theory from other therapy types if I think it will benefit our work together.
I am a neurodivergent individual. I am curious and really enjoy listening to people, their stories and how they make sense of their world around them, whatever their circumstances.
I am not ashamed of my differences, I choose to understand the way I process the world to better support my own health and wellbeing.
In turn, I hope to help other individuals find their way to 'be ok' within their own life and circumstances.
I am a psychotherapeutic counsellor using Transactional Analysis (TA) as my Core Therapeutic Model. I also borrow theory from other therapy types if I think it will benefit our work together.
I am a neurodivergent individual. I am curious and really enjoy listening to people, their stories and how they make sense of their world around them, whatever their circumstances.
I am not ashamed of my differences, I choose to understand the way I process the world to better support my own health and wellbeing.
In turn, I hope to help other individuals find their way to 'be ok' within their own life and circumstances.
Hello and welcome, my name is Dr Jessica McCarrick (Jess). I am a HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist and accredited Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Practitioner. I provide psychological assessment and therapy to adults experiencing difficulties with their mental health and wellbeing. I specialise in working with individuals who find themselves repeating unhelpful patterns which impact on their feelings about themselves, their self-identity and their relationships with others. I am based in the North East of England, but currently, I provide online therapy and I am therefore able to work with those who live further afield.
Hello and welcome, my name is Dr Jessica McCarrick (Jess). I am a HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist and accredited Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Practitioner. I provide psychological assessment and therapy to adults experiencing difficulties with their mental health and wellbeing. I specialise in working with individuals who find themselves repeating unhelpful patterns which impact on their feelings about themselves, their self-identity and their relationships with others. I am based in the North East of England, but currently, I provide online therapy and I am therefore able to work with those who live further afield.
You feel like you’re always “too much” or “not enough.” You overthink everything, and every time there's a conflict you think people are going to leave you, therefore you struggle to set boundaries and tend to people-please.
You want to be able to maintain relationships without the fear of being rejected or abandoned, without idealising others or without losing yourself in the same old patterns.
Deep down, you just want to be accepted for who you are, you want to feel chosen and that you are a priority on someone else's life, and to feel emotionally safe.
You feel like you’re always “too much” or “not enough.” You overthink everything, and every time there's a conflict you think people are going to leave you, therefore you struggle to set boundaries and tend to people-please.
You want to be able to maintain relationships without the fear of being rejected or abandoned, without idealising others or without losing yourself in the same old patterns.
Deep down, you just want to be accepted for who you are, you want to feel chosen and that you are a priority on someone else's life, and to feel emotionally safe.
When we are struggling with the people closest to us, it can lead to feelings of uneasiness, anxiety or depression. Whether it's difficulties with or changes in relationships, or struggling with endings or new beginnings, it can help to talk to an impartial person to find some clarity. Sometimes change is driven by others, or maybe you need something to change but don't know the best way to go about it. Perhaps you’re finding that you’re stuck in a destructive communication pattern and feel like you’re going round in circles. Maybe you don’t really know what you want, but would like to find out. I can help.
When we are struggling with the people closest to us, it can lead to feelings of uneasiness, anxiety or depression. Whether it's difficulties with or changes in relationships, or struggling with endings or new beginnings, it can help to talk to an impartial person to find some clarity. Sometimes change is driven by others, or maybe you need something to change but don't know the best way to go about it. Perhaps you’re finding that you’re stuck in a destructive communication pattern and feel like you’re going round in circles. Maybe you don’t really know what you want, but would like to find out. I can help.
Hello my name is Bridget. You have taken the first step towards finding the support you need at this time in your life. Whatever you are facing, I will offer non-judgmental support in exploring what brings you to therapy. You may be feeling anxious, depressed or confused about where you are right now. Talking and working in a therapeutic relationship can be a healing process.
Hello my name is Bridget. You have taken the first step towards finding the support you need at this time in your life. Whatever you are facing, I will offer non-judgmental support in exploring what brings you to therapy. You may be feeling anxious, depressed or confused about where you are right now. Talking and working in a therapeutic relationship can be a healing process.
Hiya, I'm Amanda a therapist dedicated to empowering adults on their path to recovery from trauma. If you've landed here, you may have frequent anxiety, depression, complex emotions, or challenges in your relationships. Traumatic events and abusive relationships at any age can effect your identity and leave you feeling stuck in the past. If life feels like it keeps repeating the same cycles, it may be time for change.
Hiya, I'm Amanda a therapist dedicated to empowering adults on their path to recovery from trauma. If you've landed here, you may have frequent anxiety, depression, complex emotions, or challenges in your relationships. Traumatic events and abusive relationships at any age can effect your identity and leave you feeling stuck in the past. If life feels like it keeps repeating the same cycles, it may be time for change.
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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.