Therapists for Seniors in Fountain Hills, AZ

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Nancy Flanagan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Online Only
What if you could change your life, your story, who you believe yourself to be, and how you perceive others and the world? What if you could have a deep inner transformation that not only improves your life experience, but increases your compassion for self and others? As a therapist for many years, I've worked with many clients facing challenges and all of them had one thing in common, their thoughts. I provided primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which focuses on the validity of thoughts and reframes them to help shift emotions and behavior. I've seen many of my clients have amazing breakthroughs using this technique to help he
What if you could change your life, your story, who you believe yourself to be, and how you perceive others and the world? What if you could have a deep inner transformation that not only improves your life experience, but increases your compassion for self and others? As a therapist for many years, I've worked with many clients facing challenges and all of them had one thing in common, their thoughts. I provided primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which focuses on the validity of thoughts and reframes them to help shift emotions and behavior. I've seen many of my clients have amazing breakthroughs using this technique to help he
(520) 614-5563 View (520) 614-5563
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Azure Counseling and Consulting, PLLC
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.
(480) 405-5159 View (480) 405-5159
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Helene Zupanc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Online Only
My name is Helene Zupanc, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arizona. With over 20 years of experience in the counseling field, I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma treatment including EMDR, and OCD treatment using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
My name is Helene Zupanc, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arizona. With over 20 years of experience in the counseling field, I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma treatment including EMDR, and OCD treatment using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
(928) 371-3085 View (928) 371-3085
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Tara Nicole Kiener
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LBA
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
We are all in this together and I would love to offer support and hope on your journey! I have a desire to help fellow neurodivergent people to feel heard, understood, and accepted. I will listen to, acknowledge, and strive to understand your fears, your inner struggles, and the dilemmas you are faced with. I will be there to help you determine what is preventing you from living your best life. Your story matters.
We are all in this together and I would love to offer support and hope on your journey! I have a desire to help fellow neurodivergent people to feel heard, understood, and accepted. I will listen to, acknowledge, and strive to understand your fears, your inner struggles, and the dilemmas you are faced with. I will be there to help you determine what is preventing you from living your best life. Your story matters.
(480) 418-4905 View (480) 418-4905
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Virginia Pierce
Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Fountain Hills, AZ 85269
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.
(928) 981-2822 View (928) 981-2822
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COUNSELING WITH CARE
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC, NCC
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
There is no such thing as "normal." I embrace the uniqueness of each client. After assessing your individual needs I draw from an eclectic variety of therapeutic techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) as well as Christian principles if the client chooses (all faiths and backgrounds are welcomed). Your time is precious and I treat it as such by asking the right questions providing straight forward feedback with genuine empathy. You have come to me for help and I am honored to be a part of your journey. Visit : Www.counselingwc.com
There is no such thing as "normal." I embrace the uniqueness of each client. After assessing your individual needs I draw from an eclectic variety of therapeutic techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) as well as Christian principles if the client chooses (all faiths and backgrounds are welcomed). Your time is precious and I treat it as such by asking the right questions providing straight forward feedback with genuine empathy. You have come to me for help and I am honored to be a part of your journey. Visit : Www.counselingwc.com
(480) 690-9424 View (480) 690-9424
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Pain to Presence Psychotherapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
8 Endorsed
Online Only
Living with chronic pain, relationship distress, trauma, OCD, or an anxiety disorder can change everything: how you move through your day, how you relate to yourself and those closest to you. If you're navigating internal or external stressors, are working through past trauma, or trying to reconnect to your partner, I'd love to help you find a safe way back. Something not every therapist can offer is my lived experience of multiple chronic pain conditions. I know what it's like when treatment focuses only on coping with symptoms while the emotional and relational toll get's missed.
Living with chronic pain, relationship distress, trauma, OCD, or an anxiety disorder can change everything: how you move through your day, how you relate to yourself and those closest to you. If you're navigating internal or external stressors, are working through past trauma, or trying to reconnect to your partner, I'd love to help you find a safe way back. Something not every therapist can offer is my lived experience of multiple chronic pain conditions. I know what it's like when treatment focuses only on coping with symptoms while the emotional and relational toll get's missed.
(520) 567-5295 View (520) 567-5295
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Lisa Fortino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
I came to this work as a result of the adoption of my daughter through the foster care system in California. From the day I began work, I have devoted my work to the well-being of others. I specialize in: EMDR, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, trauma therapy, Gottman Method of couples therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, strengths-base therapies and more. I am committed to helping individuals, couples, and families through difficult times and assist people in finding their best selves. I truly have seen real growth and healing in people through positive guidance.
I came to this work as a result of the adoption of my daughter through the foster care system in California. From the day I began work, I have devoted my work to the well-being of others. I specialize in: EMDR, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, trauma therapy, Gottman Method of couples therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, strengths-base therapies and more. I am committed to helping individuals, couples, and families through difficult times and assist people in finding their best selves. I truly have seen real growth and healing in people through positive guidance.
(480) 498-0848 View (480) 498-0848
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Headway
Verified Verified
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
I have 20+years of experience in mental health therapy with specializations in depression and anxiety. I address most mental health issues such as self esteem, problem solving, serious mental illness, women's issues, grief ,addiction and aging. Anyone having any of these issues will be well served I feel. I am a great listener who is supportive, positive, and friendly. My approach to therapy is my life's work. I am unique because I have had issues in the past and received very positive and adaptive help. I consider that my therapy is effective and has been verified by 100's of clients who rated me 4.8 to 5 Stars.
I have 20+years of experience in mental health therapy with specializations in depression and anxiety. I address most mental health issues such as self esteem, problem solving, serious mental illness, women's issues, grief ,addiction and aging. Anyone having any of these issues will be well served I feel. I am a great listener who is supportive, positive, and friendly. My approach to therapy is my life's work. I am unique because I have had issues in the past and received very positive and adaptive help. I consider that my therapy is effective and has been verified by 100's of clients who rated me 4.8 to 5 Stars.
(623) 294-5472 View (623) 294-5472
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Kelly B Carlson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
As a counselor serving the community for 28 years, I enjoy working with clients who desire to work as a team. As a team, the counselor/client relationship is most important. It is a mutual respect and motivation to achieve the goals and objectives designed early on in treatment. As your counselor, I am committed to working to my best ability to provide a safe, supportive and encouraging environment and do all I can to help you to achieve your goals. As a client, you commit to your work and appointments.
As a counselor serving the community for 28 years, I enjoy working with clients who desire to work as a team. As a team, the counselor/client relationship is most important. It is a mutual respect and motivation to achieve the goals and objectives designed early on in treatment. As your counselor, I am committed to working to my best ability to provide a safe, supportive and encouraging environment and do all I can to help you to achieve your goals. As a client, you commit to your work and appointments.
(480) 418-6841 View (480) 418-6841
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Brian Bantel
Psychologist, PsyD
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
I work with children, teens, and adults who feel stuck—especially when the same issues keep coming back despite real effort to change them. This often shows up as anxiety, irritability, behavioral challenges, or ongoing stress in relationships or at home. I have particular experience working with men navigating stress, anger, and relationship challenges, while working with people of all backgrounds. Many people I see have tried to handle things on their own or in prior therapy, but the patterns haven’t changed. We focus on identifying what’s maintaining the problem and making practical changes that actually carry into daily life.
I work with children, teens, and adults who feel stuck—especially when the same issues keep coming back despite real effort to change them. This often shows up as anxiety, irritability, behavioral challenges, or ongoing stress in relationships or at home. I have particular experience working with men navigating stress, anger, and relationship challenges, while working with people of all backgrounds. Many people I see have tried to handle things on their own or in prior therapy, but the patterns haven’t changed. We focus on identifying what’s maintaining the problem and making practical changes that actually carry into daily life.
(480) 771-1536 View (480) 771-1536
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Sherri Sierens
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
We are met with many unique challenges which may cause stress, anxiety, depression, relational conflict, or issues with communication. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have experience working with couples, individual adults, parenting/family, relationship strains, depression, anxiety, grief, along with other issues. I am able to provide a warm, compassionate and supportive environment to safely explore your needs for positive change. Accept BCBS, Optum/UHC Insurance and Aetna.
We are met with many unique challenges which may cause stress, anxiety, depression, relational conflict, or issues with communication. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have experience working with couples, individual adults, parenting/family, relationship strains, depression, anxiety, grief, along with other issues. I am able to provide a warm, compassionate and supportive environment to safely explore your needs for positive change. Accept BCBS, Optum/UHC Insurance and Aetna.
(520) 346-0898 View (520) 346-0898
Photo of Rick Day, Psychologist, MBA, PhD, PsyD, ABPP
Rick Day
Psychologist, MBA, PhD, PsyD, ABPP
Serves Area
The people I usually work with are individuals and couples who are facing important life or relationship challenges and have tried the typical strategies for improvement or making changes. I work best with those who want to take an honest and thorough look at his / her / their functioning and set in motion pragmatic steps toward sustaining a genuinely better life. While conflict and various forms of emotionality are a normal part of life, when these experiences negatively affect one's capacity to have a successful, enjoyable or fulfilling life, it is important to consider other avenues of support.
The people I usually work with are individuals and couples who are facing important life or relationship challenges and have tried the typical strategies for improvement or making changes. I work best with those who want to take an honest and thorough look at his / her / their functioning and set in motion pragmatic steps toward sustaining a genuinely better life. While conflict and various forms of emotionality are a normal part of life, when these experiences negatively affect one's capacity to have a successful, enjoyable or fulfilling life, it is important to consider other avenues of support.
(480) 568-6042 View (480) 568-6042
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Briana Stonelake
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Hello! I am Briana Stonelake and I am a Christian based counselor who specializes in helping create thriving relationships, heal anxiety, depression, and improve stress management. I am passionate about helping people find freedom from people pleasing, eliminate lies that keep them stuck and mindsets that hold them back from their greatest potential. I am trauma informed, provide EMDR therapy and have new client availability. I would love to partner with you to decrease stress, improve relationships, and find your greater purpose in life. I am private pay only.
Hello! I am Briana Stonelake and I am a Christian based counselor who specializes in helping create thriving relationships, heal anxiety, depression, and improve stress management. I am passionate about helping people find freedom from people pleasing, eliminate lies that keep them stuck and mindsets that hold them back from their greatest potential. I am trauma informed, provide EMDR therapy and have new client availability. I would love to partner with you to decrease stress, improve relationships, and find your greater purpose in life. I am private pay only.
(480) 637-5388 View (480) 637-5388
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Karen E Peterson
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
Most of my clients are overwhelmed in all areas: mind (anxiety, depression); body (emotional eating, chronic illness); and soul (finding your passion). In the first session, I help clients to prioritize their concerns. But once we begin therapy, clients are surprised that progress in one area often spurs on progress in other areas. Perhaps the night-eating is related to your panic about an oncoming divorce that is related to your difficulty with finding a loved one who will cherish you, rather than chide you? Perhaps all of this angst—along with mood-enhancing foods (sugar, fat, white flour) set off an IBS flare?
Most of my clients are overwhelmed in all areas: mind (anxiety, depression); body (emotional eating, chronic illness); and soul (finding your passion). In the first session, I help clients to prioritize their concerns. But once we begin therapy, clients are surprised that progress in one area often spurs on progress in other areas. Perhaps the night-eating is related to your panic about an oncoming divorce that is related to your difficulty with finding a loved one who will cherish you, rather than chide you? Perhaps all of this angst—along with mood-enhancing foods (sugar, fat, white flour) set off an IBS flare?
(623) 239-4672 View (623) 239-4672
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Kathleen Donaghy
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
(480) 788-0957 View (480) 788-0957
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Jacci Caplin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
THE CHOICE... One of my clients said that she wished that choosing a therapist was like finding a new puppy. You get a sense of the breeding, temperament and capability and then you know from a heartfelt connection that you have the right one. Here you must decide from an exhaustive list of similar sounding credentials. So what I want to offer is some background and then hopefully you can have the experience she wished for everyone.
THE CHOICE... One of my clients said that she wished that choosing a therapist was like finding a new puppy. You get a sense of the breeding, temperament and capability and then you know from a heartfelt connection that you have the right one. Here you must decide from an exhaustive list of similar sounding credentials. So what I want to offer is some background and then hopefully you can have the experience she wished for everyone.
(480) 530-6909 View (480) 530-6909
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Discovery & Wellness Counseling
Counselor, MA, LPC
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
(480) 725-1395 View (480) 725-1395
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Around the Corner Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LIAC, CT, SEP, CGRS
Serves Area
Hello, I am Michelle Gallagher. I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist and have a private practice. I work with adults who experience symptoms of trauma, attachment issues, substance use disorders, mood disorders, grief and loss, stress management, and a variety of other issues that impact your life, and the lives of those who care about you. I have a small office in North Scottsdale. Due to COVID-19, HIPAA approved video platform sessions are also available.
Hello, I am Michelle Gallagher. I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist and have a private practice. I work with adults who experience symptoms of trauma, attachment issues, substance use disorders, mood disorders, grief and loss, stress management, and a variety of other issues that impact your life, and the lives of those who care about you. I have a small office in North Scottsdale. Due to COVID-19, HIPAA approved video platform sessions are also available.
(602) 737-1139 View (602) 737-1139
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Brian Milliken
Verified Verified
Online Only
For 30 years, with a master's in marriage and family therapy, I’ve helped couples reconnect when they feel more like roommates than partners. Instead of getting caught in the same arguments or growing distant, our coaching partnership focuses on reconnection, finding solutions, and creating more meaningful lives. As a relationship and solutions coach, I assist couples with communication strategies to better optimize their relationship. I do not take sides. We will move toward building a better connection between you and your partner.
For 30 years, with a master's in marriage and family therapy, I’ve helped couples reconnect when they feel more like roommates than partners. Instead of getting caught in the same arguments or growing distant, our coaching partnership focuses on reconnection, finding solutions, and creating more meaningful lives. As a relationship and solutions coach, I assist couples with communication strategies to better optimize their relationship. I do not take sides. We will move toward building a better connection between you and your partner.
(520) 442-6431 View (520) 442-6431

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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 counseling for seniors and the elderly different from counseling for other 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. Therapists who specialize 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. 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.

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 counselors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counselors specializing 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 counselors 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.