Therapists for Seniors in Westchase, FL
Do you often feel stuck in anxious thoughts, overwhelmed by emotions, or unsure how to navigate important relationships? You don’t have to manage these challenges alone. I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, as well as couples looking to improve communication and strengthen their connection. Anxiety can appear in many ways, including overthinking, panic, irritability, perfectionism, avoidance, or a persistent sense of “not being enough.” I help clients understand their anxiety and develop practical tools to reduce its impact, so they can move through daily life with greater ease, confidence, and balance.
Do you often feel stuck in anxious thoughts, overwhelmed by emotions, or unsure how to navigate important relationships? You don’t have to manage these challenges alone. I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, as well as couples looking to improve communication and strengthen their connection. Anxiety can appear in many ways, including overthinking, panic, irritability, perfectionism, avoidance, or a persistent sense of “not being enough.” I help clients understand their anxiety and develop practical tools to reduce its impact, so they can move through daily life with greater ease, confidence, and balance.
Coping with stress, trauma, mood changes, or substance use can feel especially difficult when you’ve experienced misunderstanding, marginalization, or felt unable to fully be yourself. I provide therapy for adolescents (14+) and adults, including LGBTQ+ clients, offering an affirming and supportive space for healing and growth. I work with individuals navigating stress, trauma, and PTSD, as well as mood concerns such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, along with substance use challenges, including alcohol and drug addiction.
Coping with stress, trauma, mood changes, or substance use can feel especially difficult when you’ve experienced misunderstanding, marginalization, or felt unable to fully be yourself. I provide therapy for adolescents (14+) and adults, including LGBTQ+ clients, offering an affirming and supportive space for healing and growth. I work with individuals navigating stress, trauma, and PTSD, as well as mood concerns such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, along with substance use challenges, including alcohol and drug addiction.
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It's nice to virtually meet you. I'm Erica, a licensed mental health professional with over 8 years of experience working with a variety of adults. I take a person-centered approach to care, understanding that each person’s therapeutic journey is unique. As such, I incorporate a variety of different treatment modalities, including but not limited to CBT, DBT, somatic therapy, mindfulness meditation, and more. It would be an honor to assist you in your journey.
Hi there,
It's nice to virtually meet you. I'm Erica, a licensed mental health professional with over 8 years of experience working with a variety of adults. I take a person-centered approach to care, understanding that each person’s therapeutic journey is unique. As such, I incorporate a variety of different treatment modalities, including but not limited to CBT, DBT, somatic therapy, mindfulness meditation, and more. It would be an honor to assist you in your journey.
Dr. Behdarvandi’s specialty areas include depression, stress, mood disorders, anxiety, grief, relationship concerns, parenting issues, PTSD, and OCD. She welcomes individuals of diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. She works with many patients, offering therapy to individuals, couples, and families through the entire age spectrum, including children, adolescents, adults, and elders. Her approach to therapy involves principles from CBT, behavioral therapy, rational-emotive therapy, and acceptance-commitment therapy.
Dr. Behdarvandi’s specialty areas include depression, stress, mood disorders, anxiety, grief, relationship concerns, parenting issues, PTSD, and OCD. She welcomes individuals of diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. She works with many patients, offering therapy to individuals, couples, and families through the entire age spectrum, including children, adolescents, adults, and elders. Her approach to therapy involves principles from CBT, behavioral therapy, rational-emotive therapy, and acceptance-commitment therapy.
I enjoy working with both individuals and couples who are seeking greater connection, healing, and emotional well-being. Therapy provides a space to better understand the patterns, experiences, and relationship dynamics that may be contributing to stress, anxiety, conflict, disconnection, or feeling stuck.
I enjoy working with both individuals and couples who are seeking greater connection, healing, and emotional well-being. Therapy provides a space to better understand the patterns, experiences, and relationship dynamics that may be contributing to stress, anxiety, conflict, disconnection, or feeling stuck.
Life can feel heavy at times; you might be facing anxiety, self-doubt, relationship struggles, or unresolved trauma. You’re ready for more than just getting by. You want relief, clarity, and lasting growth. I provide a supportive, down-to-earth online space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. Together, we’ll uncover patterns that keep you stuck and build tools for resilience, balance, and confidence. Through a collaborative and humanistic approach, I’ll help you move from simply coping to truly thriving.
Life can feel heavy at times; you might be facing anxiety, self-doubt, relationship struggles, or unresolved trauma. You’re ready for more than just getting by. You want relief, clarity, and lasting growth. I provide a supportive, down-to-earth online space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. Together, we’ll uncover patterns that keep you stuck and build tools for resilience, balance, and confidence. Through a collaborative and humanistic approach, I’ll help you move from simply coping to truly thriving.
If you are looking for someone to aid you in clearing your mental space and help you to manifest your best self, then you are in the right place. Strengthened Souls is all about utilizing the best in yourself to build YOUR best self. Our goal is to be able to build strong client-therapist rapport, working to dispel past traumas, negative thoughts and unhelpful behaviors. Together, we approach mental health concerns as obstacles that can be overcome, and together we can work to find your inner strength and allow your positive light to shine!
If you are looking for someone to aid you in clearing your mental space and help you to manifest your best self, then you are in the right place. Strengthened Souls is all about utilizing the best in yourself to build YOUR best self. Our goal is to be able to build strong client-therapist rapport, working to dispel past traumas, negative thoughts and unhelpful behaviors. Together, we approach mental health concerns as obstacles that can be overcome, and together we can work to find your inner strength and allow your positive light to shine!
With years of experience as a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), working as an Elementary School Counselor, and a Mental Health Counselor, I have found my passion for working with individuals in different stages of life from young children to adults. Everyone's journey is different, I enjoy working together to create a unique plan to help guide you moving forward through life's challenges. By providing support, and evidence based practices, I look forward to working with you to form a new direction and vision for your life, creating a stronger version of yourself.
With years of experience as a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), working as an Elementary School Counselor, and a Mental Health Counselor, I have found my passion for working with individuals in different stages of life from young children to adults. Everyone's journey is different, I enjoy working together to create a unique plan to help guide you moving forward through life's challenges. By providing support, and evidence based practices, I look forward to working with you to form a new direction and vision for your life, creating a stronger version of yourself.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is passionate about working with individuals of all ages and stages of development. Prior to entering the field of counseling, I spent over ten years working in the school system as a school counselor and ESE teacher, helping students and families navigate academic, social and emotional challenges. That foundation shaped my deep appreciation and understanding that we all need support from time to time. Today, I enjoy working with people of all ages, supporting children, teens and adults, as they navigate life's challenges.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is passionate about working with individuals of all ages and stages of development. Prior to entering the field of counseling, I spent over ten years working in the school system as a school counselor and ESE teacher, helping students and families navigate academic, social and emotional challenges. That foundation shaped my deep appreciation and understanding that we all need support from time to time. Today, I enjoy working with people of all ages, supporting children, teens and adults, as they navigate life's challenges.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or seeking support for personal growth? Feeling alone or misunderstood more than you want to? As a therapist, I am passionate about help clients navigate their way through various problems, whether it be problems at work, in their daily life or in their relationships with others. My experience with children, adolescents, adults, and their families has taught me that there is no one-size-fits-all approach. My approach is personalized to meet you where you are, whether you're dealing with ADHD, anxiety, depression, executive functioning, trauma, men's issues, or any other emotional hurdles.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or seeking support for personal growth? Feeling alone or misunderstood more than you want to? As a therapist, I am passionate about help clients navigate their way through various problems, whether it be problems at work, in their daily life or in their relationships with others. My experience with children, adolescents, adults, and their families has taught me that there is no one-size-fits-all approach. My approach is personalized to meet you where you are, whether you're dealing with ADHD, anxiety, depression, executive functioning, trauma, men's issues, or any other emotional hurdles.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed by life's challenges? You don't have to struggle alone anymore. Allow me to walk beside you and offer support. As your therapist, my mission is to provide a safe haven where you can feel understood and validated. I will help you to identify the root cause of your pain, provide you with skills to deal with life's challenges, and maximize your potential for personal growth and fulfillment.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed by life's challenges? You don't have to struggle alone anymore. Allow me to walk beside you and offer support. As your therapist, my mission is to provide a safe haven where you can feel understood and validated. I will help you to identify the root cause of your pain, provide you with skills to deal with life's challenges, and maximize your potential for personal growth and fulfillment.
My clients are looking to get out of their own way relationally and in life. They accept the responsibility that all good relationships occur within the space of self regulation and full respect living. Healthy relationships are demanding of our time. Working with me clients learn a lot about their own power to influence their lives and the environment in which they live. Our relationships, whether with ourselves or others, are the most important driving force in our lives for long term happiness and life satisfaction. Harvard Study of 2017 " Good Relationships influence the outcome of our health, wealth, happiness and longevity."
My clients are looking to get out of their own way relationally and in life. They accept the responsibility that all good relationships occur within the space of self regulation and full respect living. Healthy relationships are demanding of our time. Working with me clients learn a lot about their own power to influence their lives and the environment in which they live. Our relationships, whether with ourselves or others, are the most important driving force in our lives for long term happiness and life satisfaction. Harvard Study of 2017 " Good Relationships influence the outcome of our health, wealth, happiness and longevity."
Appointments are often available within 48 hours, and we accept most major insurance plans. Our Tampa Bay practice combines more than 50 years of experience to provide high-quality, evidence-based care using advanced therapeutic approaches. We offer therapy, psychological testing, intensive services, and medication management when appropriate, all through collaborative, personalized treatment plans. Clients can access care in person or online throughout Carrollwood, Lutz, Westchase, Palm Harbor, and St. Petersburg.
Appointments are often available within 48 hours, and we accept most major insurance plans. Our Tampa Bay practice combines more than 50 years of experience to provide high-quality, evidence-based care using advanced therapeutic approaches. We offer therapy, psychological testing, intensive services, and medication management when appropriate, all through collaborative, personalized treatment plans. Clients can access care in person or online throughout Carrollwood, Lutz, Westchase, Palm Harbor, and St. Petersburg.
I am Dr. William A. Lambos. I am dedicated to providing quality care that emphasizes treating you as a whole person. In my treatment model, medication is a last resort and utilized only after other options have been fully explored. My approach is different in that I recognize the role of the brain in mental health. I recognize that problems in one area of a client's life impact other areas, and so my philosophy is designed to integrate all aspects of functioning. I am committed to helping you achieve balance and harmony in every area of your life by reducing stress and teaching independent self-regulation.
I am Dr. William A. Lambos. I am dedicated to providing quality care that emphasizes treating you as a whole person. In my treatment model, medication is a last resort and utilized only after other options have been fully explored. My approach is different in that I recognize the role of the brain in mental health. I recognize that problems in one area of a client's life impact other areas, and so my philosophy is designed to integrate all aspects of functioning. I am committed to helping you achieve balance and harmony in every area of your life by reducing stress and teaching independent self-regulation.
Asking for help is hard. It takes real courage — and real exhaustion — to finally reach out. If you're here, you've probably been carrying something for a long time. Maybe it's anxiety that follows you everywhere, a past that keeps showing up, or just the feeling that no matter what you try, you can't seem to move forward. I work with individuals, couples, and families ages 10 and up who are ready to stop white-knuckling through it. When you find me, I want you to feel it: relief. Like you don't have to explain yourself. Like someone finally gets it.
Asking for help is hard. It takes real courage — and real exhaustion — to finally reach out. If you're here, you've probably been carrying something for a long time. Maybe it's anxiety that follows you everywhere, a past that keeps showing up, or just the feeling that no matter what you try, you can't seem to move forward. I work with individuals, couples, and families ages 10 and up who are ready to stop white-knuckling through it. When you find me, I want you to feel it: relief. Like you don't have to explain yourself. Like someone finally gets it.
You look successful on the outside, but anxiety, burnout, relationship stress, or past experiences leave you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. You're tired of carrying everything alone and ready for something to change. I help professionals, service members, veterans, first responders, and other high-achieving adults work through anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges so they can feel more grounded, connected, confident, and in control of their lives.
You look successful on the outside, but anxiety, burnout, relationship stress, or past experiences leave you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. You're tired of carrying everything alone and ready for something to change. I help professionals, service members, veterans, first responders, and other high-achieving adults work through anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges so they can feel more grounded, connected, confident, and in control of their lives.
Do you want to make changes in your life but don't know how or where to begin? Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed and as if you put one foot forward only to take several steps back? Are you experiencing sadness , worry or loss of any kind whether it be a separation, divorce, death of a family member or animal? Together we can explore what has you feeling all these uncomfortable emotions and where they originated and how to change them.
Do you want to make changes in your life but don't know how or where to begin? Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed and as if you put one foot forward only to take several steps back? Are you experiencing sadness , worry or loss of any kind whether it be a separation, divorce, death of a family member or animal? Together we can explore what has you feeling all these uncomfortable emotions and where they originated and how to change them.
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My name is Esther Castañeda and I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. Some of my specialties include managing every-day anxieties; healing from a difficult breakup; working on self-esteem and boundaries; and navigating complicated family relationships. I also offer couples/marriage counseling for those who feel stuck, and pre-marital counseling for those who want to feel prepared before tying the knot!
As a Latina I deeply understand the importance of incorporating cultural context into the therapeutic process, and I approach treatment with a strong awareness of cultural values.
Hey there! I'm glad you're here. :)
My name is Esther Castañeda and I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. Some of my specialties include managing every-day anxieties; healing from a difficult breakup; working on self-esteem and boundaries; and navigating complicated family relationships. I also offer couples/marriage counseling for those who feel stuck, and pre-marital counseling for those who want to feel prepared before tying the knot!
As a Latina I deeply understand the importance of incorporating cultural context into the therapeutic process, and I approach treatment with a strong awareness of cultural values.
Past events can have an ongoing influence on us and affect the way we think, feel and act. If you’ve been trying to change without success, it’s not your fault. Majority of our issues occur on an unconscious level. I use Innovative, evidenced based treatment that integrates the most effective approaches available in order to promote lasting change. You will learn how to train your brain for your personal gain. I am passionate about making sure the rest of your life is the best of your life. This just might be the reset you've been looking for!
Past events can have an ongoing influence on us and affect the way we think, feel and act. If you’ve been trying to change without success, it’s not your fault. Majority of our issues occur on an unconscious level. I use Innovative, evidenced based treatment that integrates the most effective approaches available in order to promote lasting change. You will learn how to train your brain for your personal gain. I am passionate about making sure the rest of your life is the best of your life. This just might be the reset you've been looking for!
Jetlexis Carlos
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I am best reached by email. As a relational therapist, I want to provide a safe space to explore the different aspects of yourself and the relationships around you. Relationships are complex, the ones we have with others, but especially the relationship with ourselves. We may find ourselves stuck in problematic thoughts and patterns, which can be challenging to change alone. Maybe you feel unmotivated, uninspired, unsure of your future, frustrated with your relationships, or uncertain about how to address your concerns constructively without the discussion turning into a fight.
I am best reached by email. As a relational therapist, I want to provide a safe space to explore the different aspects of yourself and the relationships around you. Relationships are complex, the ones we have with others, but especially the relationship with ourselves. We may find ourselves stuck in problematic thoughts and patterns, which can be challenging to change alone. Maybe you feel unmotivated, uninspired, unsure of your future, frustrated with your relationships, or uncertain about how to address your concerns constructively without the discussion turning into a fight.
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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.