Geriatric and Seniors Therapists in San Diego, CA

Are you a middle aged or older adult who is struggling with life circumstances? Do you feel haunted by problems? We can work together to make you a better version of yourself.
I have extensive experience in working with clients from diverse cultures, ethnic, ages and religious backgrounds. I provide individual/group sessions and immigration evaluations. My preferred approach to psychotherapy is from a Cognitive Behavior Therapy perspective with the approach if you change your irrational thoughts then you can change your world.
Are you a middle aged or older adult who is struggling with life circumstances? Do you feel haunted by problems? We can work together to make you a better version of yourself.
I have extensive experience in working with clients from diverse cultures, ethnic, ages and religious backgrounds. I provide individual/group sessions and immigration evaluations. My preferred approach to psychotherapy is from a Cognitive Behavior Therapy perspective with the approach if you change your irrational thoughts then you can change your world.

My passion is helping teens, adults, seniors and couples create meaningful and successful connections with the people who matter most.
As a compassionate and skilled therapist, I am dedicated to helping you navigate life’s challenges with empathy and practical tools. With expertise in areas such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues, my goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your emotions and develop strategies for lasting change. I offer unique insights into interpersonal and relationship dynamics, fostering healthier, more meaningful connections. As a bilingual therapist (English and Spanish), I am licensed to provide care in California, New York, and Idaho.
My passion is helping teens, adults, seniors and couples create meaningful and successful connections with the people who matter most.
As a compassionate and skilled therapist, I am dedicated to helping you navigate life’s challenges with empathy and practical tools. With expertise in areas such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues, my goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your emotions and develop strategies for lasting change. I offer unique insights into interpersonal and relationship dynamics, fostering healthier, more meaningful connections. As a bilingual therapist (English and Spanish), I am licensed to provide care in California, New York, and Idaho.

Age range of my clients: teenagers to older adults.
I have experience meeting a variety of individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, medical-related issues, grief and loss. I also have experience helping those dealing with major transitions (job loss, retirement, change in living situations, etc.), relationship issues, career/job or school-related issues/conflict, family-related stress.
Age range of my clients: teenagers to older adults.
I have experience meeting a variety of individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, medical-related issues, grief and loss. I also have experience helping those dealing with major transitions (job loss, retirement, change in living situations, etc.), relationship issues, career/job or school-related issues/conflict, family-related stress.

I specialize in clients who have experienced trauma and older adults.
We all have times in our life where we feel stuck and the ways we've always done things aren't working for us anymore. Sometimes those stuck points look like feeling irritated, numb, scared, sad, or not able to turn off our thoughts. I create a supportive space to explore both what’s working and what's not working in my clients' lives. I work alongside my clients to figure out why they're not feeling good and what changes can help them feel better. My goal is for clients to learn how to live in the present so that they can engage more fully in their lives.
I specialize in clients who have experienced trauma and older adults.
We all have times in our life where we feel stuck and the ways we've always done things aren't working for us anymore. Sometimes those stuck points look like feeling irritated, numb, scared, sad, or not able to turn off our thoughts. I create a supportive space to explore both what’s working and what's not working in my clients' lives. I work alongside my clients to figure out why they're not feeling good and what changes can help them feel better. My goal is for clients to learn how to live in the present so that they can engage more fully in their lives.

specializes in geriatric psychology and neuropsychology.
Dr. Cotter has over twenty years of experience working with older adults and received her training in hospital, rehabilitation, university research, and private practice settings. She completed her doctoral dissertation in conjunction with The 90+ Study at U.C. Irvine, the most comprehensive study of the very old to date.
specializes in geriatric psychology and neuropsychology.
Dr. Cotter has over twenty years of experience working with older adults and received her training in hospital, rehabilitation, university research, and private practice settings. She completed her doctoral dissertation in conjunction with The 90+ Study at U.C. Irvine, the most comprehensive study of the very old to date.

I have worked with various age groups from teens to older adults that struggle with psychosis, anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar, and social issues.
Do you feel stuck or lost? Almost like no matter what you do you cannot get out of your current situation? Are you having difficulty coping? Sometimes life happens and it can be overwhelming to deal with everything. Do you need someone who will listen, be compassionate, and non judgemental? Well look no further! By working together, your life can be easier. You will be able to identify your stressors, thought patterns, and challenges that gets in your way of moving forward in life.
I have worked with various age groups from teens to older adults that struggle with psychosis, anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar, and social issues.
Do you feel stuck or lost? Almost like no matter what you do you cannot get out of your current situation? Are you having difficulty coping? Sometimes life happens and it can be overwhelming to deal with everything. Do you need someone who will listen, be compassionate, and non judgemental? Well look no further! By working together, your life can be easier. You will be able to identify your stressors, thought patterns, and challenges that gets in your way of moving forward in life.

Specializing in grief therapy, I have worked for over 25 years with adults and older adults facing life-changing circumstances.
Are you struggling or feeling overwhelmed with depression, anxiety, and grief and loss,?
Having difficulty managing your emotions, relationship issues, aging, transitions, or another challenge? Therapy is a journey to develop a deeper understanding of oneself. I can assist you in finding solutions and acceptance to the issues and stressors that cause you pain and suffering. I incorporate a strength-based, solution focused, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and mindful approach, which are effective in helping individuals gain insight and develop healthy coping skills to reduce symptoms. Medicare provider.
Specializing in grief therapy, I have worked for over 25 years with adults and older adults facing life-changing circumstances.
Are you struggling or feeling overwhelmed with depression, anxiety, and grief and loss,?
Having difficulty managing your emotions, relationship issues, aging, transitions, or another challenge? Therapy is a journey to develop a deeper understanding of oneself. I can assist you in finding solutions and acceptance to the issues and stressors that cause you pain and suffering. I incorporate a strength-based, solution focused, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and mindful approach, which are effective in helping individuals gain insight and develop healthy coping skills to reduce symptoms. Medicare provider.

I have experience working with older adults in a variety of settings.
Iam an experienced therapist who has worked with people with many different issues and problems. I like what I do. I want to meet people where they are and provide a supportive, safe relationship where they can open up and talk about pressing issues and concerns.
I have experience working with older adults in a variety of settings.
Iam an experienced therapist who has worked with people with many different issues and problems. I like what I do. I want to meet people where they are and provide a supportive, safe relationship where they can open up and talk about pressing issues and concerns.

I provide individual therapy to adults and older adults.
I utilize my cultural sensitivity to understand my clients' struggles. I have experience using mindfulness-based techniques and insight oriented approaches. Together, we will create a treatment plan that is tailored to your needs.
I provide individual therapy to adults and older adults.
I utilize my cultural sensitivity to understand my clients' struggles. I have experience using mindfulness-based techniques and insight oriented approaches. Together, we will create a treatment plan that is tailored to your needs.

GameChanger Therapy and Consulting
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Working with individuals, couples & the elderly currently highlights my main strengths through helping people increase self-awareness, life purpose & improving their relationships.
Hello, my name is Kim Swain. I strive to be a culturally competent person and clinician. I believe the first step to making progress in therapy, is making sure that we develop a collaborative approach. I gear treatment toward emphasizing your strengths and solutions, beginning with assessing readiness and motivation. My therapy approach is rooted in Family Systems, Narrative and Structural therapies with various interventions to ensure care is tailored to you. To foster a greater self-awareness, self-esteem, growth, independence and the development of new skills that can be practiced between therapy sessions, as well as lifelong.
Working with individuals, couples & the elderly currently highlights my main strengths through helping people increase self-awareness, life purpose & improving their relationships.
Hello, my name is Kim Swain. I strive to be a culturally competent person and clinician. I believe the first step to making progress in therapy, is making sure that we develop a collaborative approach. I gear treatment toward emphasizing your strengths and solutions, beginning with assessing readiness and motivation. My therapy approach is rooted in Family Systems, Narrative and Structural therapies with various interventions to ensure care is tailored to you. To foster a greater self-awareness, self-esteem, growth, independence and the development of new skills that can be practiced between therapy sessions, as well as lifelong.

One of my specialties, is working with care-givers who have had a family member diagnosed with dementia.
Grief is another specialty. For many years I have worked and had personal experience with grief and loss. I learned early about death at age 11, when my Father died suddenly. As a woman in my 60's, I have continued to experience the many expected and some very unexpected losses of friends and family. I will meet you where you are in your grief.
One of my specialties, is working with care-givers who have had a family member diagnosed with dementia.
Grief is another specialty. For many years I have worked and had personal experience with grief and loss. I learned early about death at age 11, when my Father died suddenly. As a woman in my 60's, I have continued to experience the many expected and some very unexpected losses of friends and family. I will meet you where you are in your grief.
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Psychologist, PsyD, PhD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103
Clinicians work with seniors, adults and youth (age 7+) all throughout California.
Psychological Evaluations: Depression & Anxiety Screening, Pre-Surgical Evaluations ( Incl. Bariatric Surgery, Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS), Intrathecal Pain Pump, Peripheral Nerve Stimulator (PNS), Spine Surgery, & More), Legal Capacity and Competency Exams, Neuropsychological Testing, Employment screening, Personality Assessments. and More!
Clinicians work with seniors, adults and youth (age 7+) all throughout California.
Psychological Evaluations: Depression & Anxiety Screening, Pre-Surgical Evaluations ( Incl. Bariatric Surgery, Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS), Intrathecal Pain Pump, Peripheral Nerve Stimulator (PNS), Spine Surgery, & More), Legal Capacity and Competency Exams, Neuropsychological Testing, Employment screening, Personality Assessments. and More!

Older adults know that I want to hear about their life and assist them with the challenges of getting old.
Supportive therapy for people with psychotic disorders. Family therapy to help with crisis intervention. Psychodynamic therapy with cognitive behavioral tools to achieve a better quality of life when suffering with anxiety and mood disorders. Teenage and young adult confidence building. Empathic support while going through grief and loss in life.
Older adults know that I want to hear about their life and assist them with the challenges of getting old.
Supportive therapy for people with psychotic disorders. Family therapy to help with crisis intervention. Psychodynamic therapy with cognitive behavioral tools to achieve a better quality of life when suffering with anxiety and mood disorders. Teenage and young adult confidence building. Empathic support while going through grief and loss in life.

I also work with older adults (65+) with transition to retirement, as well as caregivers of those who have cognitive impairment and issues of self-care.
I specialize in general clinical psychology (various anxiety and mood disorders), health psychology, and evidence-based practice. I use cognitive behavioral therapy with a collaborate approach. At the beginning of treatment, we work toward figuring out what isn’t working for you and how to initially get you some symptom relief. I value getting to know you and your thoughts, beliefs, and coping strategies. I help you find ways to cope that are more effective. I strive for genuine relationships with my clients at any stage of adulthood where we can discuss issues openly. You are included in treatment-related decisions.
I also work with older adults (65+) with transition to retirement, as well as caregivers of those who have cognitive impairment and issues of self-care.
I specialize in general clinical psychology (various anxiety and mood disorders), health psychology, and evidence-based practice. I use cognitive behavioral therapy with a collaborate approach. At the beginning of treatment, we work toward figuring out what isn’t working for you and how to initially get you some symptom relief. I value getting to know you and your thoughts, beliefs, and coping strategies. I help you find ways to cope that are more effective. I strive for genuine relationships with my clients at any stage of adulthood where we can discuss issues openly. You are included in treatment-related decisions.

I have extensive experience working with adults of all ages (young, middle-age, older) with a wide range of problems associated with adulthood, and adult development, as well as mood, anxiety, and self -esteem disorders.
Graduate training UC Berkeley, post- graduate training at the San Francisco and San Diego Psychoanalytic Institutes. 19 year member of the SDSU graduate MSW faculty, where I taught advanced clinical practice and child and adult development. Currently, I am a Voluntary Clinical Faculty Lecturer at the University of California, San Diego, Dept of Psychiatry.
I have extensive experience working with adults of all ages (young, middle-age, older) with a wide range of problems associated with adulthood, and adult development, as well as mood, anxiety, and self -esteem disorders.
Graduate training UC Berkeley, post- graduate training at the San Francisco and San Diego Psychoanalytic Institutes. 19 year member of the SDSU graduate MSW faculty, where I taught advanced clinical practice and child and adult development. Currently, I am a Voluntary Clinical Faculty Lecturer at the University of California, San Diego, Dept of Psychiatry.

Colleen Auth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of adults and older adults suffering from depression, bipolar, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and various personality disorders including Borderline personality disorder.
My therapeutic orientation uses evidence based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral, Mindfulness, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. My approach in treatment is genuine, down to earth with a touch of humor as needed.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of adults and older adults suffering from depression, bipolar, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and various personality disorders including Borderline personality disorder.
My therapeutic orientation uses evidence based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral, Mindfulness, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. My approach in treatment is genuine, down to earth with a touch of humor as needed.

I have over 20 years experience working with adults, families, children and seniors.
I provide a direct approach in therapy using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. I also incorporate mindfulness and meditation in my practice. I believe every person has the ability to grow and improve the quality of their life. My hope is to both guide and nurture my clients toward their goals.
I have over 20 years experience working with adults, families, children and seniors.
I provide a direct approach in therapy using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. I also incorporate mindfulness and meditation in my practice. I believe every person has the ability to grow and improve the quality of their life. My hope is to both guide and nurture my clients toward their goals.

Donna M Chapman
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
My rich life experience (fancy language for I'm older) allows me to truly align with partners and families that have members who are transgender and to be an ally with transgender individuals as they transition.
I provide services to a variety of populations: LGBT and straight, Vets, Active Duty Military, Transgender men and women, families and couples with a member who is Transgender. I am Kink and Polyamorous friendly. I use - Emotionally Focused Therapy, EMDR and have 5 years of DBT skills training experience.
My rich life experience (fancy language for I'm older) allows me to truly align with partners and families that have members who are transgender and to be an ally with transgender individuals as they transition.
I provide services to a variety of populations: LGBT and straight, Vets, Active Duty Military, Transgender men and women, families and couples with a member who is Transgender. I am Kink and Polyamorous friendly. I use - Emotionally Focused Therapy, EMDR and have 5 years of DBT skills training experience.

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.

My name is Denise Holmes, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults and seniors in a number of different specialty areas, including anxiety, depression, medical stress, life adjustments, trauma, goal planning, life transitions, relationships, aging, stress management, and trauma.
My hope is to develop a relationship of mutual trust, respect, and curiosity where work is done together to understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and self-limiting behaviors.
My name is Denise Holmes, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults and seniors in a number of different specialty areas, including anxiety, depression, medical stress, life adjustments, trauma, goal planning, life transitions, relationships, aging, stress management, and trauma.
My hope is to develop a relationship of mutual trust, respect, and curiosity where work is done together to understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and self-limiting behaviors.
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Geriatric and Seniors Therapists
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, dementia, and physical mobility challenges.
How can geriatric 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.
How is counseling for elderly different from counseling for other age groups?
Many aspects of geriatric counseling are similar to counseling in younger 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. However, therapists who specialize in working with elderly clients 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.
Can geriatric counseling help people who suffer from dementia?
Counseling can be highly effective for aging adults with dementia. While some therapists specializing in dementia may work with clients solely on topics surrounding memory loss, they can also assist clients with conditions that may co-occur at old age, such as anxiety or depression. Counselors specializing in working with older adults can also offer an objective assessment of a client’s functioning or disease progression to caregivers, and they may be particularly knowledgeable about community resources that may benefit dementia clients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia may also be trained in specialized forms of therapy for memory-loss|memory loss, such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST)—which can help mentally stimulate dementia clients to preserve cognitive functioning.