Geriatric Therapists in Fountain Hills, AZ
Azure Counseling and Consulting,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MSW, LCSW
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
Aging can bring unique challenges. Azure Counseling helps clients successfully navigate grief, anxiety, health changes, relationship challenges and major life transitions. Lead clinician Katie Golbeck is responsive, compassionate, and provides a person centered approach to services. Sessions feel practical, relatable, contemporary, and structured. Azure Counseling is contracted with Medicare, Aetna Medicare, Humana, UHC Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), & most commercial plans.
Aging can bring unique challenges. Azure Counseling helps clients successfully navigate grief, anxiety, health changes, relationship challenges and major life transitions. Lead clinician Katie Golbeck is responsive, compassionate, and provides a person centered approach to services. Sessions feel practical, relatable, contemporary, and structured. Azure Counseling is contracted with Medicare, Aetna Medicare, Humana, UHC Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), & most commercial plans.
I have worked with a broad spectrum of clients and practiced various modalities. My focus is rooted in a humanistic approach, transpersonal development, and promoting good mental health and wellness. My practice is exclusively telehealth, and I accept many insurance plans.
I have worked with a broad spectrum of clients and practiced various modalities. My focus is rooted in a humanistic approach, transpersonal development, and promoting good mental health and wellness. My practice is exclusively telehealth, and I accept many insurance plans.
Live in your fullest potential! Discovery & Wellness Counseling specializes in assisting individuals to rebuild a connection with themselves. Stress injuries, trauma, codependency, compulsive tendencies, anxiety and depression create disconnection. Utilizing Trauma Informed Care, Discovery & Wellness helps unlock your potential and assists you in moving forward by addressing and healing the core issues that create the disconnection. Getting to the root of the matter facilitates quicker change, reconnection and the opportunity to move forward again.
Live in your fullest potential! Discovery & Wellness Counseling specializes in assisting individuals to rebuild a connection with themselves. Stress injuries, trauma, codependency, compulsive tendencies, anxiety and depression create disconnection. Utilizing Trauma Informed Care, Discovery & Wellness helps unlock your potential and assists you in moving forward by addressing and healing the core issues that create the disconnection. Getting to the root of the matter facilitates quicker change, reconnection and the opportunity to move forward again.
Dr. Donaghy is a licensed psychologist providing psychotherapy and hypnosis for adults and children who present with a variety of issues. She has specialized training in conflict management, cancer, pain, disabilities, medical concerns, wellness, and medication management. She also treats depression, grief, anxiety, anger, and relationship problems. Her approach to therapy is based on extensive training, research, and publications. She offers individualized treatment for each patient, and integrates their spirituality/philosophy into the sessions as a means of strengthening existing resources.
Dr. Donaghy is a licensed psychologist providing psychotherapy and hypnosis for adults and children who present with a variety of issues. She has specialized training in conflict management, cancer, pain, disabilities, medical concerns, wellness, and medication management. She also treats depression, grief, anxiety, anger, and relationship problems. Her approach to therapy is based on extensive training, research, and publications. She offers individualized treatment for each patient, and integrates their spirituality/philosophy into the sessions as a means of strengthening existing resources.
I customize therapy to address the specific problems a person wants help with. I’ve trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Behavior Modification, and Psychodynamic therapy. And I focus on helping a person raise their SELF - ESTEEM.
Clients from age 21 - 99.; any gender, gender identity or sexual orientation; any religion, spiritual beliefs or none.
I customize therapy to address the specific problems a person wants help with. I’ve trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Behavior Modification, and Psychodynamic therapy. And I focus on helping a person raise their SELF - ESTEEM.
Clients from age 21 - 99.; any gender, gender identity or sexual orientation; any religion, spiritual beliefs or none.
Let me help you find your balance. We'll focus on the goals and timelines you set by building upon your individual strengths, beliefs and life experience. I'm interactive and will intertwine technology, insights, and practical feedback with compassion and humor (especially if you have a mentally ill family member, difficult or special-needs child /spouse or an aging parent). I'm available to conduct video and in-person sessions after 5:00 pm. You can book your first appointment in less than 5 minutes via my 24/7 online scheduler. Please visit my website, www.DianeGoula.com to learn more.
Let me help you find your balance. We'll focus on the goals and timelines you set by building upon your individual strengths, beliefs and life experience. I'm interactive and will intertwine technology, insights, and practical feedback with compassion and humor (especially if you have a mentally ill family member, difficult or special-needs child /spouse or an aging parent). I'm available to conduct video and in-person sessions after 5:00 pm. You can book your first appointment in less than 5 minutes via my 24/7 online scheduler. Please visit my website, www.DianeGoula.com to learn more.
Many of my clients have not felt comfortable or helped by previous therapists. Experience and professional success are vital to working in the mental health field. I am experienced in individual and couples counseling. My work is focused on helping people with their depression, relationship issues, grief, anxiety, illness, family issues and health problems. I love my career and have invaluable life experience in addition to years of professional supervision. I am comfortable with people from all different backgrounds.Having been in therapy myself helps me to be a better therapist and to assist my clients with non judgement and compassion.
Many of my clients have not felt comfortable or helped by previous therapists. Experience and professional success are vital to working in the mental health field. I am experienced in individual and couples counseling. My work is focused on helping people with their depression, relationship issues, grief, anxiety, illness, family issues and health problems. I love my career and have invaluable life experience in addition to years of professional supervision. I am comfortable with people from all different backgrounds.Having been in therapy myself helps me to be a better therapist and to assist my clients with non judgement and compassion.
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Are you grieving a loss? Do you feel like you are trying to find the missing piece of who you once were? Have you stopped caring for yourself because you are caring for others? I help those grieving their loss of physical or mental capacity, due to unexpected health conditions, loss, grief, anxiety, caregivers who find their roles rapidly changing, and military members/first responders and their family members. I work with individuals who seek support in finding peace and safety in the present moment while honoring their journey helping you find meaning and purpose in the now, in order to achieve quality of life.
Are you grieving a loss? Do you feel like you are trying to find the missing piece of who you once were? Have you stopped caring for yourself because you are caring for others? I help those grieving their loss of physical or mental capacity, due to unexpected health conditions, loss, grief, anxiety, caregivers who find their roles rapidly changing, and military members/first responders and their family members. I work with individuals who seek support in finding peace and safety in the present moment while honoring their journey helping you find meaning and purpose in the now, in order to achieve quality of life.
In midlife and beyond, life may look “fine” from the outside—yet feel more complex internally. You may be navigating health changes, sleep problems, grief, unexpected transitions, traumatic stress, divorce, cognitive concerns, or quietly asking, 'What does this next chapter look like for me?'
I’m Monika Downey, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience, specializing in midlife and later adulthood. My background includes health psychology in medical settings, traumatic stress, life adjustment, and performance coaching.
My approach is warm, direct, and practical—focused on clarity and meaningful change.
In midlife and beyond, life may look “fine” from the outside—yet feel more complex internally. You may be navigating health changes, sleep problems, grief, unexpected transitions, traumatic stress, divorce, cognitive concerns, or quietly asking, 'What does this next chapter look like for me?'
I’m Monika Downey, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience, specializing in midlife and later adulthood. My background includes health psychology in medical settings, traumatic stress, life adjustment, and performance coaching.
My approach is warm, direct, and practical—focused on clarity and meaningful change.
I offer therapy via telehealth for adults and couples, home visits for seniors in Tucson.
Hello, I'm Shawnee. I'm glad you've decided to start therapy, I know from personal experience its' value. I bring a wealth of experience and a deep passion for quality care to clients. My approach is informed by a wholistic perspective - I look at the whole person, zoom in on that glimmer of light, and together we find ways to open doors for a fuller, freer life to meet your goals. You will find that I am authentic, compassionate, and genuinely curious about your life and your relationships. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where we explore your experiences and work towards meaningful change together.
I offer therapy via telehealth for adults and couples, home visits for seniors in Tucson.
Hello, I'm Shawnee. I'm glad you've decided to start therapy, I know from personal experience its' value. I bring a wealth of experience and a deep passion for quality care to clients. My approach is informed by a wholistic perspective - I look at the whole person, zoom in on that glimmer of light, and together we find ways to open doors for a fuller, freer life to meet your goals. You will find that I am authentic, compassionate, and genuinely curious about your life and your relationships. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where we explore your experiences and work towards meaningful change together.
With over 25 years of experience, I support caregivers, older adults (65+), veterans, and families facing dementia, aging, chronic illness, and end-of-life transitions.
Our first session is a chance to get to know each other and begin building trust. You’ll have space to share what’s bringing you in, and I’ll ask questions to understand your history, strengths, and current challenges. We’ll identify priorities and discuss practical coping strategies.
With over 25 years of experience, I support caregivers, older adults (65+), veterans, and families facing dementia, aging, chronic illness, and end-of-life transitions.
Our first session is a chance to get to know each other and begin building trust. You’ll have space to share what’s bringing you in, and I’ll ask questions to understand your history, strengths, and current challenges. We’ll identify priorities and discuss practical coping strategies.
Hello, I’m Sylvia, a seasoned therapist with accredited Master of Science in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University (GCU). I am currently Licensed Professional Counselor with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. I have also completed studies in Human Servies Humanity Sciences in the Department of Education at University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV).
I am dedicated to my passion of helping adult individuals, couples and elders.
Hello, I’m Sylvia, a seasoned therapist with accredited Master of Science in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University (GCU). I am currently Licensed Professional Counselor with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. I have also completed studies in Human Servies Humanity Sciences in the Department of Education at University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV).
I am dedicated to my passion of helping adult individuals, couples and elders.
In working with a diverse population, I have been able to expand my knowledge with DBT, inner child, trauma focused, eclectic, narrative strategies to support anything from strategies for a neurodivergent diagnosis, to better coping skills with a mood disorder, I have experience with grief, marriage, and love working with youth as well as our wise seniors.
The issues, needs, and goals of each person vary, I have an approach of meeting clients where they stand at that present moment. Issues can include relationship conflict, parenting, trauma, mental illness, emotionality, life purpose, career exploration, addictions, and many more. While needs can be on a spectrum, checking in on basic needs is vital as a foundation to how goals are approached. Clients wants and reasons are everchanging, inclusive but not limited to being validated and learning skills to manage life stressors more effectively.
In working with a diverse population, I have been able to expand my knowledge with DBT, inner child, trauma focused, eclectic, narrative strategies to support anything from strategies for a neurodivergent diagnosis, to better coping skills with a mood disorder, I have experience with grief, marriage, and love working with youth as well as our wise seniors.
The issues, needs, and goals of each person vary, I have an approach of meeting clients where they stand at that present moment. Issues can include relationship conflict, parenting, trauma, mental illness, emotionality, life purpose, career exploration, addictions, and many more. While needs can be on a spectrum, checking in on basic needs is vital as a foundation to how goals are approached. Clients wants and reasons are everchanging, inclusive but not limited to being validated and learning skills to manage life stressors more effectively.
I have found people are the most successful in their counseling journey when they are ready to work on what brings them in. While individuals may not be able to identify their specific goals, they are motivated for a change to occur. Motivation is what propels each person throughout the counseling process to achieve the goals that are established together. I am thoroughly interested in hearing each person's story, the good, the challenging, and everything in between.
I have found people are the most successful in their counseling journey when they are ready to work on what brings them in. While individuals may not be able to identify their specific goals, they are motivated for a change to occur. Motivation is what propels each person throughout the counseling process to achieve the goals that are established together. I am thoroughly interested in hearing each person's story, the good, the challenging, and everything in between.
I'm Becky Hinchcliff, a Licensed Clinical Social worker and certified dementia specialist.
I specialize in working with veterans, caregivers, and individuals impacted by dementia-related disorders. Many of the clients I work with are coping with caregiver strain, grief, burnout, complex family dynamics, or the emotional impact of progressive cognitive decline in a loved one.
I'm Becky Hinchcliff, a Licensed Clinical Social worker and certified dementia specialist.
I specialize in working with veterans, caregivers, and individuals impacted by dementia-related disorders. Many of the clients I work with are coping with caregiver strain, grief, burnout, complex family dynamics, or the emotional impact of progressive cognitive decline in a loved one.
Alicia has worked with clients across the lifespan, with a passion for older adults and those with chronic suicidal ideation, trauma, negative core beliefs, or borderline personality disorder.
Alicia serves her clients with a mind-body approach, using motivational interviewing, mindfulness, somatic experiencing, EMDR, IFS, DBT, and CBT to address both behavioral and physical health.
Alicia has worked with clients across the lifespan, with a passion for older adults and those with chronic suicidal ideation, trauma, negative core beliefs, or borderline personality disorder.
Alicia serves her clients with a mind-body approach, using motivational interviewing, mindfulness, somatic experiencing, EMDR, IFS, DBT, and CBT to address both behavioral and physical health.
My name is Andie Snyder and I’m a licensed clinical social worker with 20+ years of counseling experience and 30+ years of experience as a life coach in the areas of health, wealth, business, dating and relationships. My specialties include stress management, goal achievement, self-love, self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions, aging, anxiety, disappointment, trauma and grief and loss. If you are facing challenges in any of these areas, I'd like to help you work through the struggles and offer you a safe place to explore your thoughts and feelings, without fear of judgment.
My name is Andie Snyder and I’m a licensed clinical social worker with 20+ years of counseling experience and 30+ years of experience as a life coach in the areas of health, wealth, business, dating and relationships. My specialties include stress management, goal achievement, self-love, self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions, aging, anxiety, disappointment, trauma and grief and loss. If you are facing challenges in any of these areas, I'd like to help you work through the struggles and offer you a safe place to explore your thoughts and feelings, without fear of judgment.
I graduated with my MSW in 2000 and have been licensed as an LCSW since 2004. I practiced as a LCSW civilian for the Army and the VA for over 17 years and with that experience I have treated trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, adjustments and transitional care. I have been in private practice for four years and trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, mind/body connections such as tapping and Mindfulness and acceptance and commitment therapy. I desire to support those who are in the process and journey of grief. I have training in Compassionate Bereavement.
I graduated with my MSW in 2000 and have been licensed as an LCSW since 2004. I practiced as a LCSW civilian for the Army and the VA for over 17 years and with that experience I have treated trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, adjustments and transitional care. I have been in private practice for four years and trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, mind/body connections such as tapping and Mindfulness and acceptance and commitment therapy. I desire to support those who are in the process and journey of grief. I have training in Compassionate Bereavement.
For over 25 years I’ve walked alongside caregivers, veterans, older adults & families facing the challenges of dementia, aging, chronic illness and end-of-life transitions.
I specialize in supporting veterans, caregivers, those impacted by dementia, families, individuals navigating aging, and end-of-life transitions. A blend of decades of experience with specialized dementia training and a strong research-based foundation from my doctoral work helps me understand multiple complexities in your life.
For over 25 years I’ve walked alongside caregivers, veterans, older adults & families facing the challenges of dementia, aging, chronic illness and end-of-life transitions.
I specialize in supporting veterans, caregivers, those impacted by dementia, families, individuals navigating aging, and end-of-life transitions. A blend of decades of experience with specialized dementia training and a strong research-based foundation from my doctoral work helps me understand multiple complexities in your life.
There's a particular kind of exhaustion that comes from spending years showing up for everyone else — patients, children, aging parents, partners — while quietly setting yourself aside. It doesn't announce itself dramatically. It accumulates. I know this not only as a therapist, but as someone who spent nearly two decades as an ICU nurse, raised children who are now adults, and has navigated the shifting ground of midlife and beyond firsthand. I work with people who are ready to finally direct some of that care inward — and I understand, more than most, exactly what it costs to have waited this long.
There's a particular kind of exhaustion that comes from spending years showing up for everyone else — patients, children, aging parents, partners — while quietly setting yourself aside. It doesn't announce itself dramatically. It accumulates. I know this not only as a therapist, but as someone who spent nearly two decades as an ICU nurse, raised children who are now adults, and has navigated the shifting ground of midlife and beyond firsthand. I work with people who are ready to finally direct some of that care inward — and I understand, more than most, exactly what it costs to have waited this long.
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What can a geriatric psychologist help with?
Geriatric therapists specialize in the cognitive and neurological challenges that often accompany aging, including dementia, memory loss, and age-related cognitive decline. They also address the psychological conditions that frequently co-occur with these issues, such as depression, anxiety, and grief. Geriatric therapists and psychologists are trained to assess cognitive functioning, identify symptoms that may warrant further evaluation, and conduct or refer for formal neurological assessment when needed. In many cases, geriatric therapists also work closely with medical doctors to manage a client's overall health, and they may support caregivers and family members navigating the demands of caring for an aging loved one.
Why might someone seek a geriatric psychologist?
Someone might seek a geriatric therapist when they or a loved one begins experiencing cognitive or neurological changes and is unsure whether those changes are a normal part of aging or something that requires clinical attention. A geriatric therapist can help connect families with appropriate next steps. They are also commonly sought following a new diagnosis, when clients and families are working to understand what that diagnosis means practically and emotionally, and what to expect as a condition progresses. When seeking a therapist, it can be helpful to consider whether a clinician with a stronger psychotherapy focus or one with more of a social work orientation, who can help connect clients with assisted living or medical resources, would be the better fit.
What type of therapy might a geriatric therapists specialize in?
Geriatric therapist often combine psychotherapy with psychoeducation, helping clients and their families understand cognitive and neurological conditions and what to expect as they progress. For clients experiencing anxiety or depression alongside cognitive decline, therapists may draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based approaches. For clients with dementia specifically, therapists may be trained in specialized modalities such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), which is designed to preserve cognitive functioning.
Can geriatric psychologists help people who suffer from dementia?
Yes, and this is a core area of geriatric psychology. Therapists specializing in dementia can work directly with clients on memory loss and cognitive functioning, while also addressing conditions that commonly co-occur, such as depression and anxiety. They can provide caregivers with objective assessments of a client's functioning and disease progression, and are typically well-versed in community resources available to dementia patients and their families.