Therapists for Seniors in Pleasant Hill, CA
Are you seeking to dive deeper into finding awareness & meaning in life? I work with both children & adults in the areas of developmental trauma, PTSD, child-parent relationship issues & disordered eating issues. I have a background working in both patient & outpatient settings. I bring ability to work with more complicated If you are looking to find someone to help process these difficulties through holistic healing please give a call to see if we are a good fit.
Are you seeking to dive deeper into finding awareness & meaning in life? I work with both children & adults in the areas of developmental trauma, PTSD, child-parent relationship issues & disordered eating issues. I have a background working in both patient & outpatient settings. I bring ability to work with more complicated If you are looking to find someone to help process these difficulties through holistic healing please give a call to see if we are a good fit.
You’ve been holding a lot, and it’s starting to feel like too much. I work with women in Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek, and the East Bay who are navigating anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Using EMDR and talk therapy, we’ll gently make sense of what you’ve been carrying so you can feel more grounded, more confident, and more like yourself again. You don’t have to do this alone.
You’ve been holding a lot, and it’s starting to feel like too much. I work with women in Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek, and the East Bay who are navigating anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Using EMDR and talk therapy, we’ll gently make sense of what you’ve been carrying so you can feel more grounded, more confident, and more like yourself again. You don’t have to do this alone.
Does your body feel like it never got the memo that the danger has passed? I work with high‑performers in tech, medicine, and leadership across California who look composed on the outside but feel tense, anxious, or stuck in survival mode. I also really get the role that chronic or complex illness plays, and we’ll talk honestly about coping with the medical stuff you’re judged for or that no one else sees. Together, we work directly with your nervous system to shift old patterns and build a calmer, more focused and present way of being.
Does your body feel like it never got the memo that the danger has passed? I work with high‑performers in tech, medicine, and leadership across California who look composed on the outside but feel tense, anxious, or stuck in survival mode. I also really get the role that chronic or complex illness plays, and we’ll talk honestly about coping with the medical stuff you’re judged for or that no one else sees. Together, we work directly with your nervous system to shift old patterns and build a calmer, more focused and present way of being.
My work includes working with individuals coping with depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, relationship issues, and chronic and severe mental illness. I have experience working with all age ranges and ethnicities. I welcome clients of all gender identities and sexual orientations. I have fifteen years plus experience of working within the field of psychology in a variety of settings including drug and alcohol therapy, psychiatric crisis stabilization, forensics, and individual and group therapies. I am certified through Harvard University for Trauma.
My work includes working with individuals coping with depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, relationship issues, and chronic and severe mental illness. I have experience working with all age ranges and ethnicities. I welcome clients of all gender identities and sexual orientations. I have fifteen years plus experience of working within the field of psychology in a variety of settings including drug and alcohol therapy, psychiatric crisis stabilization, forensics, and individual and group therapies. I am certified through Harvard University for Trauma.
You may find yourself lying awake at night replaying conversations, worrying about the future, or wondering why you can't seem to relax even when things are going well. These struggles affect your relationships, work, and overall quality of life. Often, those closest to us see our suffering before we do. Pain doesn't disappear because we ignore it. Instead, it often shows up in our relationships, health, work, or the ways we cope. Others see you as capable and dependable, yet few realize how much energy it takes to keep everything together while hiding your struggles from others.
You may find yourself lying awake at night replaying conversations, worrying about the future, or wondering why you can't seem to relax even when things are going well. These struggles affect your relationships, work, and overall quality of life. Often, those closest to us see our suffering before we do. Pain doesn't disappear because we ignore it. Instead, it often shows up in our relationships, health, work, or the ways we cope. Others see you as capable and dependable, yet few realize how much energy it takes to keep everything together while hiding your struggles from others.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, anger, relationship problems, addiction, or major life changes, you don't have to figure everything out on your own.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially when you're worried that your thoughts or feelings might be "too much" to share. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can be honest about what you're experiencing and feel accepted for who you are.
I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, anger, relationship problems, addiction, or major life changes, you don't have to figure everything out on your own.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially when you're worried that your thoughts or feelings might be "too much" to share. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can be honest about what you're experiencing and feel accepted for who you are.
I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward.
I've spent over 20 years working with adolescents, adults, seniors and families to improve mental health, build resilience, enhance relationships and move through life transitions.
We'll work together to discover the things that are most important to you, then address whatever stands in the way of you being authentically yourself and having a more fulfilling life. You may want to quickly resolve a specific issue, address a mental health concern, or take a deeper dive into self-discovery.
I've spent over 20 years working with adolescents, adults, seniors and families to improve mental health, build resilience, enhance relationships and move through life transitions.
We'll work together to discover the things that are most important to you, then address whatever stands in the way of you being authentically yourself and having a more fulfilling life. You may want to quickly resolve a specific issue, address a mental health concern, or take a deeper dive into self-discovery.
I bring the best of both worlds-- over 25 years experience as a psychotherapist, expert in the areas of treating depression, addiction and trauma and a Success and Performance Coach skilled in the latest strategies and techniques for motivation and change. I am able to take what appears to be an obstacle and turn it into a means of building emotional muscle. Obstacles will happen but it is the meaning we give to events that makes all the difference. I have a background in performance art and currently utilize mindfulness as a tool to assist clients in their lives.
I bring the best of both worlds-- over 25 years experience as a psychotherapist, expert in the areas of treating depression, addiction and trauma and a Success and Performance Coach skilled in the latest strategies and techniques for motivation and change. I am able to take what appears to be an obstacle and turn it into a means of building emotional muscle. Obstacles will happen but it is the meaning we give to events that makes all the difference. I have a background in performance art and currently utilize mindfulness as a tool to assist clients in their lives.
Women who are ready to thrive in the transitions of life. Thoughtful, culturally responsive therapy for women seeking clarity, healing, and lasting change. You don't have to navigate this season alone.
Women who are ready to thrive in the transitions of life. Thoughtful, culturally responsive therapy for women seeking clarity, healing, and lasting change. You don't have to navigate this season alone.
Everything is impermanent. My ideal client takes many different forms and they are all individualized. My client is suffering and it is my role to reduce anxiety, depression and addiction so that it is no longer unbearable. I provide both short term (goal oriented), and long term (Existential and Psychodynamic) therapy. Life is about transitions; each ending of a transition marks the beginning of a new challenge and I will walk alongside you as we navigate change. My goal is to help you adjust and to provide strategies for eliminating harmful behaviors. This journey will promote peace within you and with the others in your life.
Everything is impermanent. My ideal client takes many different forms and they are all individualized. My client is suffering and it is my role to reduce anxiety, depression and addiction so that it is no longer unbearable. I provide both short term (goal oriented), and long term (Existential and Psychodynamic) therapy. Life is about transitions; each ending of a transition marks the beginning of a new challenge and I will walk alongside you as we navigate change. My goal is to help you adjust and to provide strategies for eliminating harmful behaviors. This journey will promote peace within you and with the others in your life.
Relationships can be frustrating and challenging among couples, family members, and friends. Disappointments can lead to anger, resentment, and stressful disconnections. I can help you resolve these issues through the use of treatment modalities, feedback, communications, and coping skills. Working with me, you can learn to communicate effectively, identify roles and behaviors, and understand one another.
Relationships can be frustrating and challenging among couples, family members, and friends. Disappointments can lead to anger, resentment, and stressful disconnections. I can help you resolve these issues through the use of treatment modalities, feedback, communications, and coping skills. Working with me, you can learn to communicate effectively, identify roles and behaviors, and understand one another.
Furthermore, I am also quite experienced in working with chronic pain, dementia, Parkinson's and cancer, whether it's midlife changes, grief and the stressors of aging parents.
I'm Tobey Allen, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience walking alongside through life's biggest transitions. My own path has included more than one reinvention, from a career in graphic design to becoming an art therapist, and that experience shapes how I support clients navigating change today.
Whether you're facing a career shift, caring for aging parents, adjusting to chronic pain or illness, or working through grief, I bring both clinical training and lived experience reinventing my own path.
Furthermore, I am also quite experienced in working with chronic pain, dementia, Parkinson's and cancer, whether it's midlife changes, grief and the stressors of aging parents.
I'm Tobey Allen, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience walking alongside through life's biggest transitions. My own path has included more than one reinvention, from a career in graphic design to becoming an art therapist, and that experience shapes how I support clients navigating change today.
Whether you're facing a career shift, caring for aging parents, adjusting to chronic pain or illness, or working through grief, I bring both clinical training and lived experience reinventing my own path.
I have 20 years experience providing adult and couples therapy, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship challenges. Using an attachment-based approach, I focus on healing past traumas, growing self-esteem, and deepening connections in all areas of your life. I offer a direct yet compassionate, down-to-earth approach that helps you feel stronger within yourself and your relationships.
I have 20 years experience providing adult and couples therapy, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship challenges. Using an attachment-based approach, I focus on healing past traumas, growing self-esteem, and deepening connections in all areas of your life. I offer a direct yet compassionate, down-to-earth approach that helps you feel stronger within yourself and your relationships.
Is a spouse or family member's substance abuse or mental health issues impacting your daily well being? Do you have questions concerning a family member's mental health treatment?
Are you frustrated and confused with the mental health system and wonder why it's so hard to get help for your loved ones?
Have you or your family members experienced a love one going through a mental health crisis?
Mental health issues don't just affect the person, they impact the entire family. I can help clear up the confusion surrounding the mental health system and offer support and counseling.
Is a spouse or family member's substance abuse or mental health issues impacting your daily well being? Do you have questions concerning a family member's mental health treatment?
Are you frustrated and confused with the mental health system and wonder why it's so hard to get help for your loved ones?
Have you or your family members experienced a love one going through a mental health crisis?
Mental health issues don't just affect the person, they impact the entire family. I can help clear up the confusion surrounding the mental health system and offer support and counseling.
I work with adults who feel stuck in painful patterns and are ready to better understand themselves and create meaningful, lasting change. Many of my clients are navigating trauma, ADHD, emotion dysregulation, personality-related concerns, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. Whether you're seeking therapy or answers through psychological testing, I provide a compassionate, collaborative space where we can build practical skills, deepen self-understanding, and help you create a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
I work with adults who feel stuck in painful patterns and are ready to better understand themselves and create meaningful, lasting change. Many of my clients are navigating trauma, ADHD, emotion dysregulation, personality-related concerns, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. Whether you're seeking therapy or answers through psychological testing, I provide a compassionate, collaborative space where we can build practical skills, deepen self-understanding, and help you create a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
I have been in private practice for over 30 years. My work is client-focused, compassionate, and impactful. I work with individuals, couples, adolescents, and children. I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions. My sessions are fee-for-service only. I accept cash, personal checks, and credit card billing at the time of service. I will provide a financial statement, or complete an insurance claim form so that my clients can seek reimbursement from health care spending accounts, or their insurance policy directly.
I have been in private practice for over 30 years. My work is client-focused, compassionate, and impactful. I work with individuals, couples, adolescents, and children. I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions. My sessions are fee-for-service only. I accept cash, personal checks, and credit card billing at the time of service. I will provide a financial statement, or complete an insurance claim form so that my clients can seek reimbursement from health care spending accounts, or their insurance policy directly.
I help individuals and couples break free from the patterns that keep them feeling stuck. Whether you're caught in the same relationship conflicts, struggling with anxiety, carrying the weight of past trauma, or feeling disconnected from yourself or your partner, I offer a collaborative, down-to-earth approach that goes beyond simply listening. Together, we'll slow things down, make sense of what's happening beneath the surface, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I help individuals and couples break free from the patterns that keep them feeling stuck. Whether you're caught in the same relationship conflicts, struggling with anxiety, carrying the weight of past trauma, or feeling disconnected from yourself or your partner, I offer a collaborative, down-to-earth approach that goes beyond simply listening. Together, we'll slow things down, make sense of what's happening beneath the surface, and create meaningful, lasting change.
We understand many people feel ashamed having to seek therapy for their child, family or themselves. However, no one is perfect and we all need help from time to time. We have created a relaxing atmosphere where you will not feel judged. We are here to assist you through a difficult time and to make the changes you need to make. Teens need help to. It is very common for teens to need therapy to deal with an issue in their life.
We understand many people feel ashamed having to seek therapy for their child, family or themselves. However, no one is perfect and we all need help from time to time. We have created a relaxing atmosphere where you will not feel judged. We are here to assist you through a difficult time and to make the changes you need to make. Teens need help to. It is very common for teens to need therapy to deal with an issue in their life.
I consider it an honor to walk with you as you navigate the challenges and obstacles that life has thrown your way. My passion is working with individuals who have experienced trauma, struggle with anxiety, feel stressed, are having relationship problems, or are experiencing depression. Working with adults, I am able to support you with life challenges in your relationship or work, coping with loss, aging, parenting, and any number of events that might be causing you to feel anxious, worried, or at a crossroads in life.
I consider it an honor to walk with you as you navigate the challenges and obstacles that life has thrown your way. My passion is working with individuals who have experienced trauma, struggle with anxiety, feel stressed, are having relationship problems, or are experiencing depression. Working with adults, I am able to support you with life challenges in your relationship or work, coping with loss, aging, parenting, and any number of events that might be causing you to feel anxious, worried, or at a crossroads in life.
I work with adults and seniors that may be experiencing depression, anxiety, day-to-day stressors.
Let go of stress and return to wellness with personalized counseling psychotherapy sessions. I integrate traditional psychology using Humanistic Theory, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology to promote holistic mental health and well-being to help you feel more centered.
I work with adults and seniors that may be experiencing depression, anxiety, day-to-day stressors.
Let go of stress and return to wellness with personalized counseling psychotherapy sessions. I integrate traditional psychology using Humanistic Theory, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology to promote holistic mental health and well-being to help you feel more centered.
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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.