Geriatric and Seniors Therapists in Shelby County, AL
I have also focused on the geriatric population and caregivers.
Thank you for taking time to consider counseling. You do not have to tackle this life alone! I believe that every person has value and purpose. We are all made to be great in our own way. When life does not work out the way we intended, whether it is due to addiction, depression/anxiety, or any other life transitions, you have the opportunity to be the greatest version of you in how you respond to each circumstance/situation.
I have also focused on the geriatric population and caregivers.
Thank you for taking time to consider counseling. You do not have to tackle this life alone! I believe that every person has value and purpose. We are all made to be great in our own way. When life does not work out the way we intended, whether it is due to addiction, depression/anxiety, or any other life transitions, you have the opportunity to be the greatest version of you in how you respond to each circumstance/situation.
Valerie Lawhon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Helena, AL 35080
I also enjoy seeing a range of ages, including college age, adults, and older adults.
Do you want to gain understanding of yourself and make positive changes? You're in the right place! As an empathetic person, my clients tend to feel at ease, especially if it's their first time in therapy. I provide a safe space for us to explore any of your mental health/life concerns. I tend to have a straight-forward and practical approach while providing validation and gentle encouragement at the same time. I utilize a person-centered approach to ensure you feel heard, validated, and that you are heading in a positive direction.
I also enjoy seeing a range of ages, including college age, adults, and older adults.
Do you want to gain understanding of yourself and make positive changes? You're in the right place! As an empathetic person, my clients tend to feel at ease, especially if it's their first time in therapy. I provide a safe space for us to explore any of your mental health/life concerns. I tend to have a straight-forward and practical approach while providing validation and gentle encouragement at the same time. I utilize a person-centered approach to ensure you feel heard, validated, and that you are heading in a positive direction.
We commonly see people with concerns for ADHD, dementia, trauma history, cognitive changes after medical problems or treatment (ex: stroke, head injury, seizure, sleep apnea, chemo), sleep disturbance, and mood.
Our dedication to person-focused care is seen throughout all services. Assessment services accomplish this through efforts to understand not only symptoms and patterns of behavior, but also your values and beliefs to best guide treatment options. We see collaboration between you and your provider as the biggest indicator of commitment to growth and success.
We commonly see people with concerns for ADHD, dementia, trauma history, cognitive changes after medical problems or treatment (ex: stroke, head injury, seizure, sleep apnea, chemo), sleep disturbance, and mood.
Our dedication to person-focused care is seen throughout all services. Assessment services accomplish this through efforts to understand not only symptoms and patterns of behavior, but also your values and beliefs to best guide treatment options. We see collaboration between you and your provider as the biggest indicator of commitment to growth and success.
Bass Assertive Solutions & Support, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Additionally, I have significant experience with individuals who have chronic health issues and the geriatric population.
As a mental health therapist, I provide a safe and pleasant environment for you to share your life's challenges. I believe in helping you realize your strengths and abilities to overcome these challenges. I assist you with processing and working through your troubles as well as equipping you with the knowledge and tools to combat your obstacles. Working together we will make positive changes in your life. Some of the areas I address are: depression; anxiety; physical, sexual, and emotional abuse; relationship & attachment issues; adults who experienced childhood trauma; anger management; PTSD; and ADHD.
Additionally, I have significant experience with individuals who have chronic health issues and the geriatric population.
As a mental health therapist, I provide a safe and pleasant environment for you to share your life's challenges. I believe in helping you realize your strengths and abilities to overcome these challenges. I assist you with processing and working through your troubles as well as equipping you with the knowledge and tools to combat your obstacles. Working together we will make positive changes in your life. Some of the areas I address are: depression; anxiety; physical, sexual, and emotional abuse; relationship & attachment issues; adults who experienced childhood trauma; anger management; PTSD; and ADHD.
I manage medications for individuals with anxiety or depression, new patients exploring medication for mental health, and those needing prescription renewals. NOTE: I do not provide therapy/counseling sessions.
I manage medications for individuals with anxiety or depression, new patients exploring medication for mental health, and those needing prescription renewals. NOTE: I do not provide therapy/counseling sessions.
BOLER & Associates, Counseling & Consultation, LLC
Counselor, ALC
Verified Verified
Pelham, AL 35124
I managed to offer a nonjudgmental, non-bias, and confidential therapy approach with a exceptional quality of care for those that are experiencing everyday life stressors and seeking a better way to regain control over one's personal life.
I managed to offer a nonjudgmental, non-bias, and confidential therapy approach with a exceptional quality of care for those that are experiencing everyday life stressors and seeking a better way to regain control over one's personal life.
Are you tired of staring at the clock throughout the night, wishing you could sleep? Do you spend the whole day wishing for bedtime, only to feel wide awake when you finally get in bed? Do you dread sleep because of your nightmares? Are you struggling with obsessive "sticky" thoughts that won't leave you alone? Maybe you can't get to bed at night because you have to pray "just right" or review all of your daily activities to see if you may have caused harm to someone. You may have gotten "helpful" advice to "snap out of it." If that was going to work, it would have already happened! It's time to take back your life!
Are you tired of staring at the clock throughout the night, wishing you could sleep? Do you spend the whole day wishing for bedtime, only to feel wide awake when you finally get in bed? Do you dread sleep because of your nightmares? Are you struggling with obsessive "sticky" thoughts that won't leave you alone? Maybe you can't get to bed at night because you have to pray "just right" or review all of your daily activities to see if you may have caused harm to someone. You may have gotten "helpful" advice to "snap out of it." If that was going to work, it would have already happened! It's time to take back your life!
My name is Amanda Phillips, and I am an LICSW in the states of Alabama and Iowa with over 20 years of practice in the social work field. I strive to meet clients where they are, providing support and empowerment as they navigate ways to cope with both current and past traumas. My approach emphasizes walking alongside clients on their journey, helping them discover paths to healing while acknowledging that, although the past cannot be changed, growth and resilience are possible.
My name is Amanda Phillips, and I am an LICSW in the states of Alabama and Iowa with over 20 years of practice in the social work field. I strive to meet clients where they are, providing support and empowerment as they navigate ways to cope with both current and past traumas. My approach emphasizes walking alongside clients on their journey, helping them discover paths to healing while acknowledging that, although the past cannot be changed, growth and resilience are possible.
Sometimes life’s problems and dilemmas need to be addressed in counseling or they could possibly interfere with the opportunity for you to experience a happier, purposeful, balanced, and fulfilling life. I invite you to join me in a therapeutic relationship that facilitates understanding your thoughts and feelings. By utilizing this developing knowledge, together we can explore and resolve the conflicts in your life rather than feeling stuck. With genuine warmth, compassion, and understanding we can look at skills and tools that will help you feel less anxious or depressed.
Sometimes life’s problems and dilemmas need to be addressed in counseling or they could possibly interfere with the opportunity for you to experience a happier, purposeful, balanced, and fulfilling life. I invite you to join me in a therapeutic relationship that facilitates understanding your thoughts and feelings. By utilizing this developing knowledge, together we can explore and resolve the conflicts in your life rather than feeling stuck. With genuine warmth, compassion, and understanding we can look at skills and tools that will help you feel less anxious or depressed.
If you're looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're ready to move in a new direction in your life, then this is a great place to start. As a marriage & family therapist, my goal is to help you reach your goals and to celebrate life in a more fulfilling way. I can help provide you with the tools and resources you need to win at life.
If you're looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're ready to move in a new direction in your life, then this is a great place to start. As a marriage & family therapist, my goal is to help you reach your goals and to celebrate life in a more fulfilling way. I can help provide you with the tools and resources you need to win at life.
As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a holistic space that allows you to process current life struggles/stressors, learn from past mistakes/disruptive patterns of behavior, and empower you to continue making forward movement on your personal journey.
As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a holistic space that allows you to process current life struggles/stressors, learn from past mistakes/disruptive patterns of behavior, and empower you to continue making forward movement on your personal journey.
Meet Our Geriatric and Seniors Therapists
Hi, I'm Hazel! I'm a body-based trauma therapist and help my clients heal from the effects of anxiety and low self-esteem, abuse, childhood and relational trauma, and attachment wounds. Many of my clients are highly resilient and compassionate souls who have shifted from living in a state of survival to thriving and leading fulfilling lives. My approach is to create a therapeutic relationship with you where you feel heard, cared for, and empowered.
Hi, I'm Hazel! I'm a body-based trauma therapist and help my clients heal from the effects of anxiety and low self-esteem, abuse, childhood and relational trauma, and attachment wounds. Many of my clients are highly resilient and compassionate souls who have shifted from living in a state of survival to thriving and leading fulfilling lives. My approach is to create a therapeutic relationship with you where you feel heard, cared for, and empowered.
Now accepting new clients. Are you feeling stuck in destructive patterns? I am passionate about working with folks who struggle with addiction, ADHD, and trauma. My goal is to come alongside you and champion you on your path to healing.
Now accepting new clients. Are you feeling stuck in destructive patterns? I am passionate about working with folks who struggle with addiction, ADHD, and trauma. My goal is to come alongside you and champion you on your path to healing.
Judith Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, SC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
NOW ACCEPTING BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD AND UNITED HEALTHCARE I have over 30 years experience in the Mental Health field, having worked in a variety of settings. I have certification in Trauma Counseling. I work with all ages, regardless of sex, race, lifestyle choice, or economic status. If you are having challenges because of anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, or family issues, I can provide you with assistance. I am also a Certified Transformation Life Coach - helping people transform their lives and realize their dreams.
NOW ACCEPTING BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD AND UNITED HEALTHCARE I have over 30 years experience in the Mental Health field, having worked in a variety of settings. I have certification in Trauma Counseling. I work with all ages, regardless of sex, race, lifestyle choice, or economic status. If you are having challenges because of anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, or family issues, I can provide you with assistance. I am also a Certified Transformation Life Coach - helping people transform their lives and realize their dreams.
Navigating life's challenges can feel exhausting. I am dedicated and passionate about offering a supportive, judgment-free space where you can truly express yourself. I believe in creating a safe, relaxed, and comfortable environment for exploring life's more difficult aspects. I work with clients who feel ready to collaborate with me and commit to personal growth. Together, we'll focus on developing self-compassion, self-care practices, mindfulness, and achieving other goals you set for yourself.
Navigating life's challenges can feel exhausting. I am dedicated and passionate about offering a supportive, judgment-free space where you can truly express yourself. I believe in creating a safe, relaxed, and comfortable environment for exploring life's more difficult aspects. I work with clients who feel ready to collaborate with me and commit to personal growth. Together, we'll focus on developing self-compassion, self-care practices, mindfulness, and achieving other goals you set for yourself.
As humans, we navigate what can feel like an unsteady and confusing world. Life can be overwhelming. We may find ourselves in places where we need to make hard choices and manage difficult situations. As a counselor, my passion is for walking with clients through challenging times by using an integrated, person-centered therapeutic approach. Our process will be based on what works best for you, using techniques that include narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused brief therapy. I pride myself on building strong relationships based on trust as we progress through the growth and recovery process.
As humans, we navigate what can feel like an unsteady and confusing world. Life can be overwhelming. We may find ourselves in places where we need to make hard choices and manage difficult situations. As a counselor, my passion is for walking with clients through challenging times by using an integrated, person-centered therapeutic approach. Our process will be based on what works best for you, using techniques that include narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused brief therapy. I pride myself on building strong relationships based on trust as we progress through the growth and recovery process.
If you are looking for a peaceful, safe place to understand yourself better, I can provide that. I'm a calm person with a caring heart and I just want to support you through whatever struggles you are facing. My goal is to create a comfortable, non-judgmental environment so that you can get the support you need to create a new path forward, and pursue your dreams.
If you are looking for a peaceful, safe place to understand yourself better, I can provide that. I'm a calm person with a caring heart and I just want to support you through whatever struggles you are facing. My goal is to create a comfortable, non-judgmental environment so that you can get the support you need to create a new path forward, and pursue your dreams.
Online Therapists
Amanda’s therapeutic skill-set includes working individuals 19 and older with issues surrounding anxiety, chronic illness, aging, care-giving, and grief as well as stressors related to serious mental health and behavioral challenges.
Amanda provides traditional talk-therapy through individual sessions. She is also trained to utilize DBT psychoeducation, ERP for OCD and phobias, and is trained in level three of Lifespan Integration which is a trauma treatment modality.
Amanda’s therapeutic skill-set includes working individuals 19 and older with issues surrounding anxiety, chronic illness, aging, care-giving, and grief as well as stressors related to serious mental health and behavioral challenges.
Amanda provides traditional talk-therapy through individual sessions. She is also trained to utilize DBT psychoeducation, ERP for OCD and phobias, and is trained in level three of Lifespan Integration which is a trauma treatment modality.
Dr. Terissa Upchurch-Butler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LIMHP, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH, ACS
Verified Verified
Online Only
I specialize in helping older children, adolescents, and adults navigate life's challenges with warmth, directness, and practical tools for growth.
You don't have to do this alone. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anger, anxiety, depression, identity issues, or life transitions you’re not alone. Maybe you’ve been pushing yourself through, telling yourself to “just deal with it,” but the weight of it all is starting to take a toll. You might be feeling stuck – trapped in patterns of overthinking, emotional exhaustion or self-doubt. If you’re ready for a change but aren’t sure where to start, I’m here to help.
I specialize in helping older children, adolescents, and adults navigate life's challenges with warmth, directness, and practical tools for growth.
You don't have to do this alone. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anger, anxiety, depression, identity issues, or life transitions you’re not alone. Maybe you’ve been pushing yourself through, telling yourself to “just deal with it,” but the weight of it all is starting to take a toll. You might be feeling stuck – trapped in patterns of overthinking, emotional exhaustion or self-doubt. If you’re ready for a change but aren’t sure where to start, I’m here to help.
I have worked successfully with a wide range of clientele, from children to geriatric patients.
If the events of the last year have taught us anything, it's that life DOES throw us curve balls. All of us, at one time or another, face the unexpected, the unplanned, the challenging, which can lead to anxiety, depression and emotional distress. Even the day-to-day can lead us down that same path. Being equipped with resiliency and effective coping skills is essential to stability and overall wellness. And I would love to help you get there!
I have worked successfully with a wide range of clientele, from children to geriatric patients.
If the events of the last year have taught us anything, it's that life DOES throw us curve balls. All of us, at one time or another, face the unexpected, the unplanned, the challenging, which can lead to anxiety, depression and emotional distress. Even the day-to-day can lead us down that same path. Being equipped with resiliency and effective coping skills is essential to stability and overall wellness. And I would love to help you get there!
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Geriatric and Seniors Therapists
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 counseling for elderly different from counseling for other age groups?
Many aspects of geriatric counseling are similar to counseling in younger age groups; in general, counseling 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 specialize 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. Counseling 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 counseling help people who suffer from dementia?
Counseling can be highly effective for aging adults with dementia. While some therapists specializing 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. Counselors specializing 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 specializing in dementia may also be trained in specialized forms of therapy for memory-loss|memory loss, such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST)—which can help mentally stimulate dementia clients to preserve cognitive functioning.