Therapists for Seniors in Sun City, AZ
Hi! I'm Mike, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) from AZ. Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile! I have many years of experience helping individuals heal from both substance use and mental health challenges. I have worked in community mental health and been involved in the 12-step community for many years. Prior to working in mental health, I had a career in accounting. I have a Biblical worldview that inspires and guides me in my work. I have been married since 1997 and raised 4 children. I also have 4 stepchildren, and 14 grandchildren. Boston is my hometown, but I have been living in AZ since 2015.
Hi! I'm Mike, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) from AZ. Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile! I have many years of experience helping individuals heal from both substance use and mental health challenges. I have worked in community mental health and been involved in the 12-step community for many years. Prior to working in mental health, I had a career in accounting. I have a Biblical worldview that inspires and guides me in my work. I have been married since 1997 and raised 4 children. I also have 4 stepchildren, and 14 grandchildren. Boston is my hometown, but I have been living in AZ since 2015.
Is life overwhelming, confusing, and seems like a struggle much of the time? Are you having relationship conflicts, parenting issues, and/or issues of self-worth?
Is life overwhelming, confusing, and seems like a struggle much of the time? Are you having relationship conflicts, parenting issues, and/or issues of self-worth?
You may be navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, burnout, or major life transitions—and you don’t have to do it alone. Together, we can explore your patterns, heal past wounds, and uncover meaning and purpose so you can become the best version of yourself.
You may be navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, burnout, or major life transitions—and you don’t have to do it alone. Together, we can explore your patterns, heal past wounds, and uncover meaning and purpose so you can become the best version of yourself.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and my office is located in Sun City Arizona. I graduated from the University of Oklahoma. I have 25 years of experience in the social service field and have been a Clinical Director for several programs in the valley, but enjoy providing therapy to individuals and families the most. I work with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, couples, and family therapy. I understand that taking the first step towards getting help can be the most difficult and look forward to gaining your trust and helping you regain peace in your life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and my office is located in Sun City Arizona. I graduated from the University of Oklahoma. I have 25 years of experience in the social service field and have been a Clinical Director for several programs in the valley, but enjoy providing therapy to individuals and families the most. I work with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, couples, and family therapy. I understand that taking the first step towards getting help can be the most difficult and look forward to gaining your trust and helping you regain peace in your life.
As a licensed mental health counselor in both Washington and Arizona, I have over 25 years' experience helping adults and adolescents navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change. My background includes coaching at the collegiate level, and I often bring those techniques into the counseling room-whether it’s helping you build resiliency, stay focused on goals, or recall skills you’ve learned to feel more confident in being uncomfortable. Because let’s face it, life is full of situations where we are uncomfortable. Learning how to move through the discomfort to make changes can be helpful in experiencing a sense of peace.
As a licensed mental health counselor in both Washington and Arizona, I have over 25 years' experience helping adults and adolescents navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change. My background includes coaching at the collegiate level, and I often bring those techniques into the counseling room-whether it’s helping you build resiliency, stay focused on goals, or recall skills you’ve learned to feel more confident in being uncomfortable. Because let’s face it, life is full of situations where we are uncomfortable. Learning how to move through the discomfort to make changes can be helpful in experiencing a sense of peace.
I have experience working with adults, teenagers (13 years and older) as well as older adults in their retirement years.
Do difficult thoughts, emotions, or bodily sensations get in the way of what you want to do in your life? Are there times where you feel isolated, misunderstood, or stuck? If you are browsing this page, the answer to these questions is likely a yes.
My name is Andrew, and I love working with people to help discover new ways of relating to themselves, developing compassion for themselves, and helping them to move towards what matters.
I have experience working with adults, teenagers (13 years and older) as well as older adults in their retirement years.
Do difficult thoughts, emotions, or bodily sensations get in the way of what you want to do in your life? Are there times where you feel isolated, misunderstood, or stuck? If you are browsing this page, the answer to these questions is likely a yes.
My name is Andrew, and I love working with people to help discover new ways of relating to themselves, developing compassion for themselves, and helping them to move towards what matters.
Here at The Psychology Lab we have a team of amazing therapists to help your needs. We provide individual, couples, family, children, or group sessions. In these sessions we can work on a variety of topics such as infidelity, communication issues, trauma, post traumatic distress, depression, anxiety, childhood issues, addiction issues, chronic pain, couple’s work, and even feelings of disconnectedness. Sometimes you may not even have words yet on what you feel like you need, that’s okay! We have a variety of ways to help promote a space for healing and connection.
Here at The Psychology Lab we have a team of amazing therapists to help your needs. We provide individual, couples, family, children, or group sessions. In these sessions we can work on a variety of topics such as infidelity, communication issues, trauma, post traumatic distress, depression, anxiety, childhood issues, addiction issues, chronic pain, couple’s work, and even feelings of disconnectedness. Sometimes you may not even have words yet on what you feel like you need, that’s okay! We have a variety of ways to help promote a space for healing and connection.
BCBS, Optum, Cigna, UMR. HSA or Self-pay. As a seasoned Mental /Behavioral Health Counselor and Career Coach I am committed to guiding individuals through the complexities of personal growth and healing processes. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I strive to create a supportive and empowering environment where clients can explore their passions, overcome obstacles, and achieve holistic well-being. Whether navigating career transitions, managing stress, or seeking personal healing and development, I am dedicated to helping clients unlock their full potential and lead fulfilling lives.
BCBS, Optum, Cigna, UMR. HSA or Self-pay. As a seasoned Mental /Behavioral Health Counselor and Career Coach I am committed to guiding individuals through the complexities of personal growth and healing processes. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I strive to create a supportive and empowering environment where clients can explore their passions, overcome obstacles, and achieve holistic well-being. Whether navigating career transitions, managing stress, or seeking personal healing and development, I am dedicated to helping clients unlock their full potential and lead fulfilling lives.
Choosing a therapist can be a daunting process and reaching out for help can be overwhelming. We all need support in order to grow and thrive. In my practice, we strive to provide a warm, open, and compassionate environment to help clients explore and make sense of the challenges they face. Together, we work to develop a unique plan to help the clients increase resiliency and find grace, hope, peace, and healing.
Choosing a therapist can be a daunting process and reaching out for help can be overwhelming. We all need support in order to grow and thrive. In my practice, we strive to provide a warm, open, and compassionate environment to help clients explore and make sense of the challenges they face. Together, we work to develop a unique plan to help the clients increase resiliency and find grace, hope, peace, and healing.
Accepting new clients! Evening and weekend availability! As we mature and enter new stages of life, unique challenges may arise, and we may need specific, relatable guidance from someone with lived experience. I have a passion for working with adults who may be struggling with various life transitions, shifts in mood, or relationship issues. If you feel that life has become overwhelming, or you’re having difficulty adjusting to life’s many changes, or you’re experiencing depression and anxiety with trying to manage it all, I can help!
Accepting new clients! Evening and weekend availability! As we mature and enter new stages of life, unique challenges may arise, and we may need specific, relatable guidance from someone with lived experience. I have a passion for working with adults who may be struggling with various life transitions, shifts in mood, or relationship issues. If you feel that life has become overwhelming, or you’re having difficulty adjusting to life’s many changes, or you’re experiencing depression and anxiety with trying to manage it all, I can help!
The Psychology Lab is able to help individuals with anxiety, depression, couples therapy, trauma, first responder trauma, childhood struggles, people who experience chronic pain, addiction issues (all types of addiction), feel lonely, and disconnected; The Psychology Lab also helps people who are unable to pinpoint what they want to discuss but want to engage in therapy, and unsure how "it's supposed to look".
The Psychology Lab is able to help individuals with anxiety, depression, couples therapy, trauma, first responder trauma, childhood struggles, people who experience chronic pain, addiction issues (all types of addiction), feel lonely, and disconnected; The Psychology Lab also helps people who are unable to pinpoint what they want to discuss but want to engage in therapy, and unsure how "it's supposed to look".
I have just relocated to the Valley and plan on using my experience and training in Geriatrics and Chronic Illness. I approach any situation using a strength based perspective, and reviewing current relationships. I have counseled many on loss and have been successful with clients utilizing meaning inspired psychotherapy. If you are undergoing a life transition, our work together will be an opportunity to understand and modify patterns of behavior that are no longer working for you.
I have just relocated to the Valley and plan on using my experience and training in Geriatrics and Chronic Illness. I approach any situation using a strength based perspective, and reviewing current relationships. I have counseled many on loss and have been successful with clients utilizing meaning inspired psychotherapy. If you are undergoing a life transition, our work together will be an opportunity to understand and modify patterns of behavior that are no longer working for you.
I employ a cross theoretical approach to get to the root causes that lead clients to make poor choices and into destructive, self-defeating behaviors that foster depression, anxiety, sleep problems, fractured relationships, and often substance use. Many clients have had traumatic childhood experiences that prevented healthy emotional development and are frustrated and confused when attempting to express themselves in adulthood, unable to understand what went wrong.
I provide encouragement and support to clients as they strive to replace unhealthy behaviors with healthy ones. I work with couples and individuals 13 y.o. and up.
I employ a cross theoretical approach to get to the root causes that lead clients to make poor choices and into destructive, self-defeating behaviors that foster depression, anxiety, sleep problems, fractured relationships, and often substance use. Many clients have had traumatic childhood experiences that prevented healthy emotional development and are frustrated and confused when attempting to express themselves in adulthood, unable to understand what went wrong.
I provide encouragement and support to clients as they strive to replace unhealthy behaviors with healthy ones. I work with couples and individuals 13 y.o. and up.
Accepting individuals or couples 18+ years of age inclusive of older adults.
Practical solutions to individual issues. Increased self-awareness, self-esteem, and self-identity. Build or restore relationships, communication skills, and social interaction. Making successful Life transitions. Deal with your losses and move forward from traumatic events.
Accepting individuals or couples 18+ years of age inclusive of older adults.
Practical solutions to individual issues. Increased self-awareness, self-esteem, and self-identity. Build or restore relationships, communication skills, and social interaction. Making successful Life transitions. Deal with your losses and move forward from traumatic events.
I often work best with clients who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life changes such as chronic illness, grief, or substance use recovery. Many are trying to make sense of intense emotions, rebuild stability, or adjust to a new reality. They want relief from constant stress, healthier coping skills, and a space where they can be honest without judgment. Their goals often include understanding themselves more clearly, strengthening resilience, and creating meaningful changes that support a more balanced and fulfilling life.
I often work best with clients who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life changes such as chronic illness, grief, or substance use recovery. Many are trying to make sense of intense emotions, rebuild stability, or adjust to a new reality. They want relief from constant stress, healthier coping skills, and a space where they can be honest without judgment. Their goals often include understanding themselves more clearly, strengthening resilience, and creating meaningful changes that support a more balanced and fulfilling life.
I help individuals and couples navigate and problem solve areas of difficulties in their significant relationships. The heart of my work is to help you identify negative, self-defeating beliefs and learn skills that will help you to respond as opposed to reacting to life's perplexing moments. Our work together provides the space and guidance to develop greater self-awareness, effective communication skills, compassion for yourself and close, connected, relationships.
I help individuals and couples navigate and problem solve areas of difficulties in their significant relationships. The heart of my work is to help you identify negative, self-defeating beliefs and learn skills that will help you to respond as opposed to reacting to life's perplexing moments. Our work together provides the space and guidance to develop greater self-awareness, effective communication skills, compassion for yourself and close, connected, relationships.
Life can be overwhelming, I get it. I'm here to offer my support as you navigate challenges such as addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, recovery from abuse, women's issues, and more. Together, we will explore and process your experiences within a safe environment where you can truly feel understood and valued. My aim is to assist you in cultivating self-awareness, self compassion, and developing a resilient, empowered mindset throughout your healing journey. As a person in long term recovery I have an intimate understanding of the struggles of life in recovery and am happy to help.
Life can be overwhelming, I get it. I'm here to offer my support as you navigate challenges such as addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, recovery from abuse, women's issues, and more. Together, we will explore and process your experiences within a safe environment where you can truly feel understood and valued. My aim is to assist you in cultivating self-awareness, self compassion, and developing a resilient, empowered mindset throughout your healing journey. As a person in long term recovery I have an intimate understanding of the struggles of life in recovery and am happy to help.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
You’re the person others count on—the one who adapts, pushes through, and keeps going even when life feels uncertain or overwhelming. Many of my clients are individuals navigating major transitions, high-stress environments, or the lasting effects of trauma. This includes military members, spouses, first responders, and those who have lived across cultures or experienced frequent change. Others come in feeling stuck—struggling with anxiety, depression, or patterns that no longer serve them—but unsure how to move forward. They’re often insightful and resilient, but tired of carrying it all alone.
You’re the person others count on—the one who adapts, pushes through, and keeps going even when life feels uncertain or overwhelming. Many of my clients are individuals navigating major transitions, high-stress environments, or the lasting effects of trauma. This includes military members, spouses, first responders, and those who have lived across cultures or experienced frequent change. Others come in feeling stuck—struggling with anxiety, depression, or patterns that no longer serve them—but unsure how to move forward. They’re often insightful and resilient, but tired of carrying it all alone.
Hello, I am Kate Phalen, a licensed clinical therapist dedicated to helping you navigate life’s challenges with a balanced and practical approach. I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness to address anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and other life stressors. With CBT, we'll examine and reframe unhelpful thought patterns. Solution-Focused Therapy will guide us in setting and achieving practical goals, while Mindfulness will help you stay grounded and present through it all.
I would like to help guide you in your healing journey toward a happier and healthier life.
Hello, I am Kate Phalen, a licensed clinical therapist dedicated to helping you navigate life’s challenges with a balanced and practical approach. I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness to address anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and other life stressors. With CBT, we'll examine and reframe unhelpful thought patterns. Solution-Focused Therapy will guide us in setting and achieving practical goals, while Mindfulness will help you stay grounded and present through it all.
I would like to help guide you in your healing journey toward a happier and healthier life.
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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.