Geriatric Therapists in La Mesa, CA
If you have unresolved problems related to your past, are going through a life transition that’s causing you distress, or maybe you just want to get to know yourself better, I’d like to help. Whatever your situation, as a therapist, I’m committed to helping you feel confident and comfortable with yourself and others.
If you have unresolved problems related to your past, are going through a life transition that’s causing you distress, or maybe you just want to get to know yourself better, I’d like to help. Whatever your situation, as a therapist, I’m committed to helping you feel confident and comfortable with yourself and others.
I have been in private psychological practice for over 40 years with extensive experience specializing in marital, family, and relationship therapy. I specialize in life transitions, grief, aging, chronic pain, health-related issues, and terminal illness. I have extensive experience working with firefighters, active-duty military, veterans, and their families. I employ a wide range of treatment modalities to support my clients in achieving growth and personal change. I also have a Christian background and can assist clients with faith and value-related questions. I look forward to assisting you in your personal growth.
I have been in private psychological practice for over 40 years with extensive experience specializing in marital, family, and relationship therapy. I specialize in life transitions, grief, aging, chronic pain, health-related issues, and terminal illness. I have extensive experience working with firefighters, active-duty military, veterans, and their families. I employ a wide range of treatment modalities to support my clients in achieving growth and personal change. I also have a Christian background and can assist clients with faith and value-related questions. I look forward to assisting you in your personal growth.
I commend you for taking the first step in self-discovery and healing! I invite you to share your feelings and emerge with a "Lighter Heart." I want to hear YOUR story. Does the world often overwhelm you? Do you seem to "feel" things deeply or become easily emotional? Then you may be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). HSPs are more prone to over-stimulation, depression, anxiety, addictions and relationship difficulties. As a Highly Sensitive therapist, I can help you to recognize the benefits and hardships of this trait, be more productive, have better relationships, and protect yourself from overwhelm.
I commend you for taking the first step in self-discovery and healing! I invite you to share your feelings and emerge with a "Lighter Heart." I want to hear YOUR story. Does the world often overwhelm you? Do you seem to "feel" things deeply or become easily emotional? Then you may be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). HSPs are more prone to over-stimulation, depression, anxiety, addictions and relationship difficulties. As a Highly Sensitive therapist, I can help you to recognize the benefits and hardships of this trait, be more productive, have better relationships, and protect yourself from overwhelm.
Hello, I'm a licensed clinical psychologist working with adults in individual therapy. Perhaps you feel dissatisfied despite "doing ok" or you are entering a new phase of life, or you are just trying to adjust to life in Southern California. You want a space where you can speak and be heard in a way that facilitates a stronger relationship with yourself and others. Facing yourself in psychotherapy takes courage yet it also provides hope because you may discover new spaces within yourself and find new avenues to help you move forward in life.
Hello, I'm a licensed clinical psychologist working with adults in individual therapy. Perhaps you feel dissatisfied despite "doing ok" or you are entering a new phase of life, or you are just trying to adjust to life in Southern California. You want a space where you can speak and be heard in a way that facilitates a stronger relationship with yourself and others. Facing yourself in psychotherapy takes courage yet it also provides hope because you may discover new spaces within yourself and find new avenues to help you move forward in life.
Linda Murlene Ojeda
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFTA, CAT, DV/VOC, SUD, EMDR
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Get back to your best you! I believe therapy provides support in processing through what's working and what's not working for you to improve and build on your personal strengths. During our sessions we can work towards developing new coping skills while improving your relationships in this process. I am here to support you towards reaching your personal goals while reinforcing your core values. Through this process I will collaboratively work with you to bring hope, joy, and a renewed outlook on life.
Get back to your best you! I believe therapy provides support in processing through what's working and what's not working for you to improve and build on your personal strengths. During our sessions we can work towards developing new coping skills while improving your relationships in this process. I am here to support you towards reaching your personal goals while reinforcing your core values. Through this process I will collaboratively work with you to bring hope, joy, and a renewed outlook on life.
If you struggle with anxiety, you might know what it's like to look like you have it all together on the outside, while inside your mind won't slow down. You overthink, second guess yourself, and feel constantly on edge, even when everything seems. It may be hard to relax, speak up, or feel fully present in your relationships. I specialize in helping people move beyond just managing anxiety and start truly understanding it, so you feel more in control, grounded, and confident in daily life.
If you struggle with anxiety, you might know what it's like to look like you have it all together on the outside, while inside your mind won't slow down. You overthink, second guess yourself, and feel constantly on edge, even when everything seems. It may be hard to relax, speak up, or feel fully present in your relationships. I specialize in helping people move beyond just managing anxiety and start truly understanding it, so you feel more in control, grounded, and confident in daily life.
I believe that we all have wounded places in our hearts that can benefit from counseling. Many people at some point realize that the issue of life are too much to manage on their own and decide to seek help from a professional who can support them as they navigate the challenges that life can bring at times. My work is based on helping people to heal from the wounds of the past, and deal with present stressors in an environment of safety and acceptance. My passion is to provide support as people work toward the fulfillment in their lives that they desire.
I believe that we all have wounded places in our hearts that can benefit from counseling. Many people at some point realize that the issue of life are too much to manage on their own and decide to seek help from a professional who can support them as they navigate the challenges that life can bring at times. My work is based on helping people to heal from the wounds of the past, and deal with present stressors in an environment of safety and acceptance. My passion is to provide support as people work toward the fulfillment in their lives that they desire.
The "lie" of grief is that we are alone in our experience. There is a sincere inclination that we must draw into ourselves, into our archive of memories, and suffer in isolation.
When my clients begin their therapeutic work, I recognize that they have already initiated the transformation that takes place in grief. It requires resilience, inertia, and rebellion to reject that initial thought that suffering has to be done in isolation. My clients enter grief counseling in a feat of reconciliation, not only to their lost loved ones, but to the people that remain, and, inexplicably, to themselves.
The "lie" of grief is that we are alone in our experience. There is a sincere inclination that we must draw into ourselves, into our archive of memories, and suffer in isolation.
When my clients begin their therapeutic work, I recognize that they have already initiated the transformation that takes place in grief. It requires resilience, inertia, and rebellion to reject that initial thought that suffering has to be done in isolation. My clients enter grief counseling in a feat of reconciliation, not only to their lost loved ones, but to the people that remain, and, inexplicably, to themselves.
I believe that seeking support is a sign of strength, and I feel privileged to walk alongside people as they navigate some of life’s most difficult moments. Throughout my career, I have developed a deep and unwavering passion for helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families find hope, healing, and a greater sense of well-being.
Although everyone’s story is different, I have found that many of us share the desire to live a life that feels meaningful, fulfilling, and successful. My role is to create a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.
I believe that seeking support is a sign of strength, and I feel privileged to walk alongside people as they navigate some of life’s most difficult moments. Throughout my career, I have developed a deep and unwavering passion for helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families find hope, healing, and a greater sense of well-being.
Although everyone’s story is different, I have found that many of us share the desire to live a life that feels meaningful, fulfilling, and successful. My role is to create a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN AUTHENTIC THERAPIST WHO WILL WORK ALONGSIDE YOU TO FACILITATE HEALING AND RESILIENCY? We all possess gifts in life. Our gifts are challenged when talents and temperaments are misdirected, or overshadowed by stress and trauma. I will EXPAND UPON YOUR STRENGTHS to help you creatively cope with your symptoms. I will help you REDISCOVER your internal and external resources as we work through the challenges you are facing in your life. I truly enjoy treating all age groups (teens, adults, children), and welcome individuals, couples, and families.
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN AUTHENTIC THERAPIST WHO WILL WORK ALONGSIDE YOU TO FACILITATE HEALING AND RESILIENCY? We all possess gifts in life. Our gifts are challenged when talents and temperaments are misdirected, or overshadowed by stress and trauma. I will EXPAND UPON YOUR STRENGTHS to help you creatively cope with your symptoms. I will help you REDISCOVER your internal and external resources as we work through the challenges you are facing in your life. I truly enjoy treating all age groups (teens, adults, children), and welcome individuals, couples, and families.
I particularly enjoy working with military spouses, the elderly, and people struggling with PTSD issues.
Having been in practice as a clinical psychologist for over 40 years in the San Diego community, I offer my clients the experience and wisdom that has been gathered over time. My personal belief is that each individual has a unique perspective that must be understood, and that every individual has the strength and ability to successfully address and resolve troubling issues.
I particularly enjoy working with military spouses, the elderly, and people struggling with PTSD issues.
Having been in practice as a clinical psychologist for over 40 years in the San Diego community, I offer my clients the experience and wisdom that has been gathered over time. My personal belief is that each individual has a unique perspective that must be understood, and that every individual has the strength and ability to successfully address and resolve troubling issues.
Seeking therapy is one of your most important decisions. Therapy can have enormous life-altering consequences. As you stand at the crossroads of your future, finding the right therapist will be vital to the success of your journey. Therapy works best when you can safely share your deepest concerns and feel truly heard. Feeling that you are in capable hands and can trust the feedback and suggestions you are given will allow you to try out new ways of being in the world.
Seeking therapy is one of your most important decisions. Therapy can have enormous life-altering consequences. As you stand at the crossroads of your future, finding the right therapist will be vital to the success of your journey. Therapy works best when you can safely share your deepest concerns and feel truly heard. Feeling that you are in capable hands and can trust the feedback and suggestions you are given will allow you to try out new ways of being in the world.
I support a wide range of clients from early elementary age to geriatric.
My psychodynamic approach has been helpful to my clients in understanding their needs and themselves in order to make difficult changes.
I support a wide range of clients from early elementary age to geriatric.
My psychodynamic approach has been helpful to my clients in understanding their needs and themselves in order to make difficult changes.
Dominique Zabala
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes life doesn’t unfold the way we imagined. You may be holding it all together on the outside, while inside feeling anxious, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Maybe you’re navigating a big life change, questioning who you are, or carrying emotions that feel too heavy to hold alone. Therapy can be a space to pause, exhale, and reconnect with yourself. I work with individuals and couples who want to feel more grounded, understood, and connected.
Sometimes life doesn’t unfold the way we imagined. You may be holding it all together on the outside, while inside feeling anxious, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Maybe you’re navigating a big life change, questioning who you are, or carrying emotions that feel too heavy to hold alone. Therapy can be a space to pause, exhale, and reconnect with yourself. I work with individuals and couples who want to feel more grounded, understood, and connected.
When anxiety, stress, insomnia, or big life changes start to wear you down, it can feel like you’re doing everything you can just to get through the day. You deserve a place where you can exhale. Over the past 15 years, working in residential, crisis, outpatient, and medical settings, and serving as a clinical director and supervisor, I’ve seen how powerful it is when someone finally feels understood. I offer evidence‑based, compassionate therapy, including anxiety treatment, stress management, and CBT‑I for sleep, to help you feel steadier, supported, and genuinely hopeful again.
When anxiety, stress, insomnia, or big life changes start to wear you down, it can feel like you’re doing everything you can just to get through the day. You deserve a place where you can exhale. Over the past 15 years, working in residential, crisis, outpatient, and medical settings, and serving as a clinical director and supervisor, I’ve seen how powerful it is when someone finally feels understood. I offer evidence‑based, compassionate therapy, including anxiety treatment, stress management, and CBT‑I for sleep, to help you feel steadier, supported, and genuinely hopeful again.
I am a certified Jungian analyst and licensed clinical psychologist . I offer an individualized approach to my client's needs to attain the personal growth goals they are seeking. Common reasons people choose to work with me are: individual Jungian analysis, issues of personal growth, changes related to stage-of-life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, loss, blocked creativity and enhanced self-understanding. We work together in an atmosphere of confidentiality and trust. Jungian analysis (depth analysis) is a form of face-to-face psychotherapy which addresses long-standing patterns, feelings, and negative perceptions.
I am a certified Jungian analyst and licensed clinical psychologist . I offer an individualized approach to my client's needs to attain the personal growth goals they are seeking. Common reasons people choose to work with me are: individual Jungian analysis, issues of personal growth, changes related to stage-of-life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, loss, blocked creativity and enhanced self-understanding. We work together in an atmosphere of confidentiality and trust. Jungian analysis (depth analysis) is a form of face-to-face psychotherapy which addresses long-standing patterns, feelings, and negative perceptions.
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I have been in private practice as a clinical psychologist for over 35 years. I have always loved my work. My approach for conducting psychotherapy and counseling is humanistic. I do not utilize a medical model. I work with "clients", not "patients". I relate on a level of respect and trust. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual. During in-office sessions, I never take notes. I give my full attention with eye contact as a client is speaking. Notes are taken later. I prefer in-person therapy, but will do telehealth when necessary.
I have been in private practice as a clinical psychologist for over 35 years. I have always loved my work. My approach for conducting psychotherapy and counseling is humanistic. I do not utilize a medical model. I work with "clients", not "patients". I relate on a level of respect and trust. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual. During in-office sessions, I never take notes. I give my full attention with eye contact as a client is speaking. Notes are taken later. I prefer in-person therapy, but will do telehealth when necessary.
Hi I'm Gabe. I help people move through ASD, aging, anxiety, grief, intimacy challenges, ADD, & life transitions with greater ease and connection. I work with clients across the lifespan: high functioning young adults, from ages 65 + to partners & parents deepening relationships, to professionals facing burnout, existential change, to retirees working through family in hospice and end of life care. My approach is rooted in supporting clients attune to their authentic selves, fostering increased health, & cultivating purpose & connection. Aetna, Anthen BLue Cross CA, Carelon Behavioral Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Hi I'm Gabe. I help people move through ASD, aging, anxiety, grief, intimacy challenges, ADD, & life transitions with greater ease and connection. I work with clients across the lifespan: high functioning young adults, from ages 65 + to partners & parents deepening relationships, to professionals facing burnout, existential change, to retirees working through family in hospice and end of life care. My approach is rooted in supporting clients attune to their authentic selves, fostering increased health, & cultivating purpose & connection. Aetna, Anthen BLue Cross CA, Carelon Behavioral Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Are you facing the many challenges and rewards that come with aging? Sometimes depression, anxiety, frustrating relationship problems, or serious losses can derail us from enjoying the later years of our lives.
I am an experienced therapist (35 + years) who can take Medicare and will help you untangle the dark, painful and frustrating areas of your life and make room for new light and purpose. I won't insult you by promising quick easy solutions to complex problems. I will offer us a confidential space to talk in an honest and straight-forward way about what really matters to you and how to get past what sabotages you.
Are you facing the many challenges and rewards that come with aging? Sometimes depression, anxiety, frustrating relationship problems, or serious losses can derail us from enjoying the later years of our lives.
I am an experienced therapist (35 + years) who can take Medicare and will help you untangle the dark, painful and frustrating areas of your life and make room for new light and purpose. I won't insult you by promising quick easy solutions to complex problems. I will offer us a confidential space to talk in an honest and straight-forward way about what really matters to you and how to get past what sabotages you.
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FAQ - About Geriatric Therapy
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.