Geriatric Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
I provide strength based counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families dealing with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, women's issues, parenting challenges, stress management, medical health issues, life transitions, grief counseling, and relationship problems.
I provide strength based counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families dealing with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, women's issues, parenting challenges, stress management, medical health issues, life transitions, grief counseling, and relationship problems.
Many of the people who find me are high functioning adults who carry the world for others. On the outside they look strong, capable, and composed. Inside, they feel anxious, exhausted, or quietly resentful. They grew up in complex families, often in bicultural or Latino homes, where they learned to keep the peace, push through, and put their needs last. I help clients make sense of how anxiety, people pleasing, and family expectations are tangled together, so they can feel calmer inside, set healthier boundaries, and live more intentionally, without abandoning their values or culture.
Many of the people who find me are high functioning adults who carry the world for others. On the outside they look strong, capable, and composed. Inside, they feel anxious, exhausted, or quietly resentful. They grew up in complex families, often in bicultural or Latino homes, where they learned to keep the peace, push through, and put their needs last. I help clients make sense of how anxiety, people pleasing, and family expectations are tangled together, so they can feel calmer inside, set healthier boundaries, and live more intentionally, without abandoning their values or culture.
I have worked in geriatric behavioral dementia units with emphasis on the older adult population.
My name is Wendy Bertram and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LISW) based out of Arizona with a Masters in Social Work from ASU. Currently I'm licensed in both Arizona and California, providing both in-person and teleheatlh services. I use a client centered approach and multiple therapy models, depending on your needs. I am here to partner with you to work through the issues causing disruptions in your life and to help you meet your goals. Everyone’s experience is unique, and the therapeutic experience should reflect this.
I have worked in geriatric behavioral dementia units with emphasis on the older adult population.
My name is Wendy Bertram and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LISW) based out of Arizona with a Masters in Social Work from ASU. Currently I'm licensed in both Arizona and California, providing both in-person and teleheatlh services. I use a client centered approach and multiple therapy models, depending on your needs. I am here to partner with you to work through the issues causing disruptions in your life and to help you meet your goals. Everyone’s experience is unique, and the therapeutic experience should reflect this.
Poleski has experience with children, adults, and older adults in a number of settings.
Dr. Poleski provides HIPAA compliant video counseling services in Arizona and Colorado. She works from an eclectic standpoint, largely influenced by cognitive behavioral therapy, although treatment is tailored to meet each person's needs in a way that honors them as a unique individual.
Poleski has experience with children, adults, and older adults in a number of settings.
Dr. Poleski provides HIPAA compliant video counseling services in Arizona and Colorado. She works from an eclectic standpoint, largely influenced by cognitive behavioral therapy, although treatment is tailored to meet each person's needs in a way that honors them as a unique individual.
I graduated with my masters degree from Loyola University Chicago where I specialized in working with older adults.
In our first session, I will listen to your unique story and what you would like to work on in therapy. You can expect empathy, compassion, and warmth from me while I actively listen to your concerns. Congratulations on taking that first step toward improving your mental well being!
I graduated with my masters degree from Loyola University Chicago where I specialized in working with older adults.
In our first session, I will listen to your unique story and what you would like to work on in therapy. You can expect empathy, compassion, and warmth from me while I actively listen to your concerns. Congratulations on taking that first step toward improving your mental well being!
My practice focuses on individuals who have navigated medical systems and treatments, often experiencing additional trauma through these healthcare encounters. My aim is to help those facing chronic and complex medical conditions such as POTS, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, EDS, MCAS, traumatic brain injury, dysautonomia, cancer, persistent pain, fibromyalgia, and long COVID often layered with early trauma histories . I recognize how developmental history, life events, and medical experiences create layered impacts requiring specialized understanding.
My practice focuses on individuals who have navigated medical systems and treatments, often experiencing additional trauma through these healthcare encounters. My aim is to help those facing chronic and complex medical conditions such as POTS, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, EDS, MCAS, traumatic brain injury, dysautonomia, cancer, persistent pain, fibromyalgia, and long COVID often layered with early trauma histories . I recognize how developmental history, life events, and medical experiences create layered impacts requiring specialized understanding.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and licensed in Arizona, Nevada and Oregon. I graduated from University of Southern California in 2016. My background and education is in Employee Assistance Programs, Oncology, Hospice, Home Health, and Acute Clinical Hospital settings. I specialize in trauma, resilience, relationship issues, boundaries, work-life balance, age related development over a life span, grief and bereavement therapies and new cancer diagnosis.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and licensed in Arizona, Nevada and Oregon. I graduated from University of Southern California in 2016. My background and education is in Employee Assistance Programs, Oncology, Hospice, Home Health, and Acute Clinical Hospital settings. I specialize in trauma, resilience, relationship issues, boundaries, work-life balance, age related development over a life span, grief and bereavement therapies and new cancer diagnosis.
My journey has led me here, being a helper and companion for those who may feel alone in their own journeys. I take an integrative approach, combining several modalities and interventions with each individual in mind. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, specializing in trauma work and nervous system regulation. I have extensive experience in assessment and diagnosis, which will allow us to narrow in on your specific needs and goals. I have spent time working in a medical setting, addressing various behavioral health and medical needs.
My journey has led me here, being a helper and companion for those who may feel alone in their own journeys. I take an integrative approach, combining several modalities and interventions with each individual in mind. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, specializing in trauma work and nervous system regulation. I have extensive experience in assessment and diagnosis, which will allow us to narrow in on your specific needs and goals. I have spent time working in a medical setting, addressing various behavioral health and medical needs.
Licensed in AZ , WA, and OR! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with 26 years of experience as an independently licensed therapist & believe in a holistic approach; mind, body & spirit. I believe in taking a balanced approach to health & healing. I think it is important to feel I am a good fit and that I hear what you are saying & wanting. I believe in building on strengths in order to heal past traumas or even situations of the present moment. I use a variety of modalities in order to meet differing individual needs.
Licensed in AZ , WA, and OR! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with 26 years of experience as an independently licensed therapist & believe in a holistic approach; mind, body & spirit. I believe in taking a balanced approach to health & healing. I think it is important to feel I am a good fit and that I hear what you are saying & wanting. I believe in building on strengths in order to heal past traumas or even situations of the present moment. I use a variety of modalities in order to meet differing individual needs.
I’m so glad you’re here. I’m Phylicia, the Founder, Owner, and Therapist of Pierced Valley Therapy—a Black, woman-owned and operated space created for those navigating life's deepest valleys in Arizona statewide. I love working with BIPOC individuals, service members, and survivors who are looking for a place where they don’t have to explain themselves, their culture, or their service before they can start their healing. Together, we work to 'pierce the valley'—moving through the shadows of trauma or overwhelm in a steady, intentional way until you reach the light on the other side.
I’m so glad you’re here. I’m Phylicia, the Founder, Owner, and Therapist of Pierced Valley Therapy—a Black, woman-owned and operated space created for those navigating life's deepest valleys in Arizona statewide. I love working with BIPOC individuals, service members, and survivors who are looking for a place where they don’t have to explain themselves, their culture, or their service before they can start their healing. Together, we work to 'pierce the valley'—moving through the shadows of trauma or overwhelm in a steady, intentional way until you reach the light on the other side.
I enjoy working with adults, and the elderly.
Do you feel alone? Or shame more than serenity and self-esteem? This can be due to being depressed, loss of someone dear to you, experiencing trauma, an accident, or recovering from cancer. Perhaps your hope and purpose in life is gone or in question. Or your sense of meaning in life uncertain. I will walk along with you as you walk a path to healing and hope as you process this and grow to feel more confident, less depressed or anxious, and life makes sense again. Life can present many difficulties. Together we can find the answer for you.
I enjoy working with adults, and the elderly.
Do you feel alone? Or shame more than serenity and self-esteem? This can be due to being depressed, loss of someone dear to you, experiencing trauma, an accident, or recovering from cancer. Perhaps your hope and purpose in life is gone or in question. Or your sense of meaning in life uncertain. I will walk along with you as you walk a path to healing and hope as you process this and grow to feel more confident, less depressed or anxious, and life makes sense again. Life can present many difficulties. Together we can find the answer for you.
Reed Hedlund
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, and welcome. I'm so glad you're here looking at my profile. It takes a lot of courage to open ourselves, reveal our past, explore life experiences and bring our insecurities, worries and hopes out into the open. During my career, I've been privileged to work with a diverse population of clients ages 18-95, with experiences spanning the spectrum of mental health and life challenges. My approach is person centered, honoring that we're all different, and as such, have different needs. I believe judgment and shame create barriers to progress, and that looking within can bring to light insights and tools for growth and healing.
Hello, and welcome. I'm so glad you're here looking at my profile. It takes a lot of courage to open ourselves, reveal our past, explore life experiences and bring our insecurities, worries and hopes out into the open. During my career, I've been privileged to work with a diverse population of clients ages 18-95, with experiences spanning the spectrum of mental health and life challenges. My approach is person centered, honoring that we're all different, and as such, have different needs. I believe judgment and shame create barriers to progress, and that looking within can bring to light insights and tools for growth and healing.
I work with adults of all ages as well as teens. My style of therapy is professional, but relaxed. I like to help my clients feel comfortable during the therapy process.
I work with adults of all ages as well as teens. My style of therapy is professional, but relaxed. I like to help my clients feel comfortable during the therapy process.
Choosing a therapist can be a challenging process. Your therapist should provide you with confidence that she can help you navigate whatever troubled waters you may encounter with compassion and competence. Whatever your current challenges, I am confident that together, we can find and work toward a solution. No matter your choice of therapist, I wish you the best of luck in this process and in resolving the challenges that you are facing.
Choosing a therapist can be a challenging process. Your therapist should provide you with confidence that she can help you navigate whatever troubled waters you may encounter with compassion and competence. Whatever your current challenges, I am confident that together, we can find and work toward a solution. No matter your choice of therapist, I wish you the best of luck in this process and in resolving the challenges that you are facing.
I have worked with the geriatric population for over two years, and have had clients as young as 7 who all face similar struggles with anxiety and depression that have been effected by recent political strife and economic concern.
Unconditional positive regard is the concept by which I base the treatment of all my clients. People are good and make choices that feel protective and safe for them as they navigate through our harsh reality. The Humanistic approach combined with actionable modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy or somatic therapy allows me to help others achieve self-actualization in the ways that feel right for each client.
I have worked with the geriatric population for over two years, and have had clients as young as 7 who all face similar struggles with anxiety and depression that have been effected by recent political strife and economic concern.
Unconditional positive regard is the concept by which I base the treatment of all my clients. People are good and make choices that feel protective and safe for them as they navigate through our harsh reality. The Humanistic approach combined with actionable modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy or somatic therapy allows me to help others achieve self-actualization in the ways that feel right for each client.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, identity questions, relationship stress, or the emotional impact of living with a chronic illness or disability. Many people come to therapy feeling discouraged by past experiences or burdened by the belief that something is “wrong” with them. You may carry heavy self-judgment and uncertainty about who you are, where you belong, or how to move forward. If therapy hasn’t felt like the right fit before, you might be unsure whether it can really help, and still be holding onto the hope that things could feel better. I see people in person in Sierra Vista and via telehealth anywhere in Arizona.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, identity questions, relationship stress, or the emotional impact of living with a chronic illness or disability. Many people come to therapy feeling discouraged by past experiences or burdened by the belief that something is “wrong” with them. You may carry heavy self-judgment and uncertainty about who you are, where you belong, or how to move forward. If therapy hasn’t felt like the right fit before, you might be unsure whether it can really help, and still be holding onto the hope that things could feel better. I see people in person in Sierra Vista and via telehealth anywhere in Arizona.
Reaching out can be the hardest step in making a change, but you are not alone. Times in our lives can be painful, confusing, and difficult to navigate, which can leave us feeling conflicted, anxious, grieving, and having an overwhelming sense of being stuck. Know there is hope. I will journey with you to help find relief from inner turmoil while also incorporating practical solutions. Being trained as an MFT and EMDR Therapist equips me to address emotional distress, PTSD, trauma, stress, anxiety, relationships, and couples issues, among others with clients from all backgrounds to provide individualized care.
Reaching out can be the hardest step in making a change, but you are not alone. Times in our lives can be painful, confusing, and difficult to navigate, which can leave us feeling conflicted, anxious, grieving, and having an overwhelming sense of being stuck. Know there is hope. I will journey with you to help find relief from inner turmoil while also incorporating practical solutions. Being trained as an MFT and EMDR Therapist equips me to address emotional distress, PTSD, trauma, stress, anxiety, relationships, and couples issues, among others with clients from all backgrounds to provide individualized care.
I want to support you and your loved ones as soon as you get a diagnosis of dementia.
My specialty is meeting you where you are at in a safe and compassionate space. I'm able to assess and help treat any underlying depression and anxiety. I am also a Trauma Informed Therapist. Caring for someone can bring up feelings we don't expect, so it's important to be patient with yourself and talk to someone about your experience. I can help.
I want to support you and your loved ones as soon as you get a diagnosis of dementia.
My specialty is meeting you where you are at in a safe and compassionate space. I'm able to assess and help treat any underlying depression and anxiety. I am also a Trauma Informed Therapist. Caring for someone can bring up feelings we don't expect, so it's important to be patient with yourself and talk to someone about your experience. I can help.
Accepting new clients in Arizona and Texas virtual sessions only.
Do you appear to have it all together on the outside, yet feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected on the inside?
On the outside, you appear strong, accomplished, and in control. Yet beneath the surface, you may be carrying the weight of anxiety, burnout, self-doubt, relationship challenges, or unresolved emotional pain. You may find yourself constantly meeting the needs of others while neglecting your own, leaving you feeling depleted, disconnected, and uncertain about who you are beyond the roles and responsibilities you carry.
Accepting new clients in Arizona and Texas virtual sessions only.
Do you appear to have it all together on the outside, yet feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected on the inside?
On the outside, you appear strong, accomplished, and in control. Yet beneath the surface, you may be carrying the weight of anxiety, burnout, self-doubt, relationship challenges, or unresolved emotional pain. You may find yourself constantly meeting the needs of others while neglecting your own, leaving you feeling depleted, disconnected, and uncertain about who you are beyond the roles and responsibilities you carry.
Welcome to stepping towards a better version of yourself. This may feel like a steep mountain to climb, a fast-current river to cross, or maybe a canyon you want to observe before taking a step into it, only to come out of it. Regardless of what this looks like for you, I strive to support you as you explore your emotions, learn and apply effective coping skills, and work towards achieving greater emotional and mental well-being. I am dedicated to empowering my clients to navigate challenges, build resilience, and cultivate positive changes in their lives. I am here to be your mental health partner.
Welcome to stepping towards a better version of yourself. This may feel like a steep mountain to climb, a fast-current river to cross, or maybe a canyon you want to observe before taking a step into it, only to come out of it. Regardless of what this looks like for you, I strive to support you as you explore your emotions, learn and apply effective coping skills, and work towards achieving greater emotional and mental well-being. I am dedicated to empowering my clients to navigate challenges, build resilience, and cultivate positive changes in their lives. I am here to be your mental health partner.
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