Geriatric Therapists in Dolton, IL
Hello, I’m Sonya, a therapist who believes healing doesn’t have to feel heavy all the time. I bring an open mind and genuine curiosity to every session, because your story deserves to be heard without judgment. While we’ll dig deep into the challenges you’re facing, I also use humor to remind you that growth can be lighter. My approach is all about helping you discover your own resilience and power, even when it feels out of reach while giving you the tools that create the changes you want in your life. Together, we’ll build a path forward that feels authentic, balanced, and empowering. Warmest regards, Sonya
Hello, I’m Sonya, a therapist who believes healing doesn’t have to feel heavy all the time. I bring an open mind and genuine curiosity to every session, because your story deserves to be heard without judgment. While we’ll dig deep into the challenges you’re facing, I also use humor to remind you that growth can be lighter. My approach is all about helping you discover your own resilience and power, even when it feels out of reach while giving you the tools that create the changes you want in your life. Together, we’ll build a path forward that feels authentic, balanced, and empowering. Warmest regards, Sonya
Hello! I am delighted to introduce myself to you. My name is Li Drummond. I have worked with many different presenting issues including adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, suicide risk, stress, loss, trauma, struggles with drugs and alcohol, family problems, child welfare, family problems, offenders, and relationship difficulties. I feel comfortable working with clients ranging in age from children to adults and feel especially well-equipped to work with clients facing discrimination and marginalization including members of various immigrant communities, LGBTQIA+ clientele, black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC).
Hello! I am delighted to introduce myself to you. My name is Li Drummond. I have worked with many different presenting issues including adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, suicide risk, stress, loss, trauma, struggles with drugs and alcohol, family problems, child welfare, family problems, offenders, and relationship difficulties. I feel comfortable working with clients ranging in age from children to adults and feel especially well-equipped to work with clients facing discrimination and marginalization including members of various immigrant communities, LGBTQIA+ clientele, black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC).
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I have extensive experience working with older adults and appreciate the stories and wisdom that many older clients bring to therapy; I also believe change can happen at any age.
I offer a collaborative approach that addresses your specific needs and personality, as well as the particular challenges of aging such as grief/loss, health concerns, transitions, and rethinking one's life purposes. My therapy style tends to be eclectic, combining person-centered approaches with psychodynamic understandings and EMDR techniques.
I have extensive experience working with older adults and appreciate the stories and wisdom that many older clients bring to therapy; I also believe change can happen at any age.
I offer a collaborative approach that addresses your specific needs and personality, as well as the particular challenges of aging such as grief/loss, health concerns, transitions, and rethinking one's life purposes. My therapy style tends to be eclectic, combining person-centered approaches with psychodynamic understandings and EMDR techniques.
Whether you are seeking guidance during a challenging life event or looking to enhance your emotional well being, you have found the right place to truly be seen.
Whether you are seeking guidance during a challenging life event or looking to enhance your emotional well being, you have found the right place to truly be seen.
Hi! My name is Kathryn and I'm a LCSW with over 30 years of experience guiding individuals on their journey to healing and self-discovery. With a gentle and patient approach to care, I strive to create a nurturing space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and challenges at their own pace. My therapeutic toolkit includes evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. These approaches allow me to tailor our sessions to your unique needs, helping you navigate the complexities of life with practical tools and empathetic support.
Hi! My name is Kathryn and I'm a LCSW with over 30 years of experience guiding individuals on their journey to healing and self-discovery. With a gentle and patient approach to care, I strive to create a nurturing space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and challenges at their own pace. My therapeutic toolkit includes evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. These approaches allow me to tailor our sessions to your unique needs, helping you navigate the complexities of life with practical tools and empathetic support.
Change happens perpetually in the world, in our communities, and in our own lives. Change affects our families and friends and it affects each of us. We can feel uncertain, anxious, and fearful about what is happening to us and around us. We can also feel excitement and joy. The challenges we face affect us in many ways, but they do not define us. We all want to live productively, safely and peacefully. We are all connected but sometimes we all feel alone. Sometimes the messages we create for ourselves cause us to think in ways that may not be best for us.
Change happens perpetually in the world, in our communities, and in our own lives. Change affects our families and friends and it affects each of us. We can feel uncertain, anxious, and fearful about what is happening to us and around us. We can also feel excitement and joy. The challenges we face affect us in many ways, but they do not define us. We all want to live productively, safely and peacefully. We are all connected but sometimes we all feel alone. Sometimes the messages we create for ourselves cause us to think in ways that may not be best for us.
I have 32 years of experience in the behavioral health field working with children, teens, adults, and couples. In my practice, I like to create a comfortable environment supporting relief and healing of stressful life circumstances. Tengo 32 años de experiencia en el campo de la salud del comportamiento trabajando con niños, adolescentes, adultos y parejas. En mi práctica, me gusta crear un ambiente cómodo que apoye el alivio y la curación de las circunstancias estresantes de la vida.
I have 32 years of experience in the behavioral health field working with children, teens, adults, and couples. In my practice, I like to create a comfortable environment supporting relief and healing of stressful life circumstances. Tengo 32 años de experiencia en el campo de la salud del comportamiento trabajando con niños, adolescentes, adultos y parejas. En mi práctica, me gusta crear un ambiente cómodo que apoye el alivio y la curación de las circunstancias estresantes de la vida.
I know the decision to seek counseling is often a difficult one. I have experience with a variety of issues including grief and loss, depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, self esteem, as well as issues that arise with aging.
I know the decision to seek counseling is often a difficult one. I have experience with a variety of issues including grief and loss, depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, self esteem, as well as issues that arise with aging.
Families often need referrals and direction to establish POA, guardianship and estate planning for seniors who are growing older and maybe dealing with cognitive loss.
The first session will include understanding who the client is, their family of origin, and the concerns the person wants to address. The first session is in person and will take 60 to 90 minutes. The client and I will ideally pinpoint at least two goals to work on or address in the coming weeks.
Families often need referrals and direction to establish POA, guardianship and estate planning for seniors who are growing older and maybe dealing with cognitive loss.
The first session will include understanding who the client is, their family of origin, and the concerns the person wants to address. The first session is in person and will take 60 to 90 minutes. The client and I will ideally pinpoint at least two goals to work on or address in the coming weeks.
She specializes in career stress, non-traditional relationships, and supports individuals and family members facing mental health challenges like schizophrenia and dementia.
Emma Rand, LCPC, ATR is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist who brings creativity, empathy, and lived experience to her work. Inspired by personal loss, she understands how overwhelming life’s challenges can be—and how transformative therapy is. She believes therapy is a collaborative journey, grounded in trust and respect. Emma offers a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen and supported. She blends talk therapy with artmaking to help clients explore emotions, gain clarity, and reconnect with themselves through a collaborative, trusting process.
She specializes in career stress, non-traditional relationships, and supports individuals and family members facing mental health challenges like schizophrenia and dementia.
Emma Rand, LCPC, ATR is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist who brings creativity, empathy, and lived experience to her work. Inspired by personal loss, she understands how overwhelming life’s challenges can be—and how transformative therapy is. She believes therapy is a collaborative journey, grounded in trust and respect. Emma offers a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen and supported. She blends talk therapy with artmaking to help clients explore emotions, gain clarity, and reconnect with themselves through a collaborative, trusting process.
Welcome to the Present Moment Journeys practice. We are all on a journey traversing the complexities of modern daily living. Often the routes we choose are met with obstacles from the past and the uncertainties of the future. At Present Moment Journeys, we are here to resolve past sufferings, solve present issues, and evolve your future, opening you to the joy of the present moment. Pemba B Bayo, LCSW, is a hypnoanalyst in Chicago, IL. Pemba has served persons of all ages as a child development center director, elder caregiver, and case manager and now as a licensed clinical social worker.
Welcome to the Present Moment Journeys practice. We are all on a journey traversing the complexities of modern daily living. Often the routes we choose are met with obstacles from the past and the uncertainties of the future. At Present Moment Journeys, we are here to resolve past sufferings, solve present issues, and evolve your future, opening you to the joy of the present moment. Pemba B Bayo, LCSW, is a hypnoanalyst in Chicago, IL. Pemba has served persons of all ages as a child development center director, elder caregiver, and case manager and now as a licensed clinical social worker.
Michelle provides a warm and inviting safe space for adolescents, adults/ older adults, couples, and families.
Michelle’s approach is collaborative and adaptable using CBT, CGT, ACT modalities, focusing on motivational interventions and rationale, mind body and spiritual connection and how experiences shape emotions and behaviors, including the use of integrating Theraplay and Humanistic Therapy to assist with improved quality of life.
Michelle provides a warm and inviting safe space for adolescents, adults/ older adults, couples, and families.
Michelle’s approach is collaborative and adaptable using CBT, CGT, ACT modalities, focusing on motivational interventions and rationale, mind body and spiritual connection and how experiences shape emotions and behaviors, including the use of integrating Theraplay and Humanistic Therapy to assist with improved quality of life.
I am especially passionate about working with older adults and those facing transitions such as retirement, health changes, loss, and evolving roles.
I work primarily with adults and older adults, supporting individuals through life transitions, emotional challenges, and the natural shifts that come with aging. Whether you're navigating a major change, reflecting on your life's direction, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can be a place to slow down, gain clarity, and reconnect with yourself.
I am especially passionate about working with older adults and those facing transitions such as retirement, health changes, loss, and evolving roles.
I work primarily with adults and older adults, supporting individuals through life transitions, emotional challenges, and the natural shifts that come with aging. Whether you're navigating a major change, reflecting on your life's direction, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can be a place to slow down, gain clarity, and reconnect with yourself.
Ann-Marie works with early adulthood, middle adulthood, and seniors.
With a foundation of honesty and acceptance, I approach individual, family, and couples therapy with the belief that true growth begins in a safe, nonjudgmental space. I collaborate with clients to set meaningful goals and ensure we’re always on track toward positive outcomes.
My approach to therapy is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Using these frameworks, I incorporate skills from mindfulness, the Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused CBT, and Emotion-Focused therapy. This combination allows me to tailor treatment to meet each client’s unique needs.
Ann-Marie works with early adulthood, middle adulthood, and seniors.
With a foundation of honesty and acceptance, I approach individual, family, and couples therapy with the belief that true growth begins in a safe, nonjudgmental space. I collaborate with clients to set meaningful goals and ensure we’re always on track toward positive outcomes.
My approach to therapy is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Using these frameworks, I incorporate skills from mindfulness, the Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused CBT, and Emotion-Focused therapy. This combination allows me to tailor treatment to meet each client’s unique needs.
You may find yourself returning to the same memories again and again, wondering what
you should have said, what you might have done differently, or whether certain relationships can still be repaired. Grief, guilt, regret, and end-of-life questions can feel especially heavy when there are conversations you wish you could have with people who are no longer here, or conversations you still hope to have with adult children, siblings, partners, friends, or family members.
You may find yourself returning to the same memories again and again, wondering what
you should have said, what you might have done differently, or whether certain relationships can still be repaired. Grief, guilt, regret, and end-of-life questions can feel especially heavy when there are conversations you wish you could have with people who are no longer here, or conversations you still hope to have with adult children, siblings, partners, friends, or family members.
I'm Becky Hinchcliff, a Licensed Clinical Social worker and certified dementia specialist.
I specialize in working with veterans, caregivers, and individuals impacted by dementia-related disorders. Many of the clients I work with are coping with caregiver strain, grief, burnout, complex family dynamics, or the emotional impact of progressive cognitive decline in a loved one.
I'm Becky Hinchcliff, a Licensed Clinical Social worker and certified dementia specialist.
I specialize in working with veterans, caregivers, and individuals impacted by dementia-related disorders. Many of the clients I work with are coping with caregiver strain, grief, burnout, complex family dynamics, or the emotional impact of progressive cognitive decline in a loved one.
Helping children, adolescents, teens, adults, geriatric, as well families in crisis.
Are you struggling with depression, addiction, grief, trauma, or life transitions? You don’t have to face it alone. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience helping individuals of all ages navigate life’s challenges. Together, we’ll work to build resilience, heal emotional wounds, and develop healthier coping strategies. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can grow, heal, and thrive. Reach out today to start your journey toward emotional well-being.
Helping children, adolescents, teens, adults, geriatric, as well families in crisis.
Are you struggling with depression, addiction, grief, trauma, or life transitions? You don’t have to face it alone. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience helping individuals of all ages navigate life’s challenges. Together, we’ll work to build resilience, heal emotional wounds, and develop healthier coping strategies. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can grow, heal, and thrive. Reach out today to start your journey toward emotional well-being.
LifeSpan Counseling for Older Adults,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAGC, CDP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Many of my clients are middle-aged and older adults, navigating grief, changes in cognition, chronic illness, shifts in relationships, aging concerns, and major life transitions.
Through storytelling and reflection, we work together to ease emotional overwhelm, depression and anxiety. As a Certified Dementia Practitioner and Advanced Grief Counselor, I specialize in supporting middle-aged and older adults as well as caregivers, addressing the unique needs and challenges of the aging process.
Many of my clients are middle-aged and older adults, navigating grief, changes in cognition, chronic illness, shifts in relationships, aging concerns, and major life transitions.
Through storytelling and reflection, we work together to ease emotional overwhelm, depression and anxiety. As a Certified Dementia Practitioner and Advanced Grief Counselor, I specialize in supporting middle-aged and older adults as well as caregivers, addressing the unique needs and challenges of the aging process.
Does life seem more complicated than it needs to be? Are the daily pressures of life, work, finances, children or relationships getting the best of you? Do you find yourself feeling sad, overwhelmed or anxious? Do you feel alone, abandoned, or invisible? Do you find yourself turning to alcohol or drugs to relax and forget your problems? Or does life feel so hopeless you’re thinking about checking out? If the answer is Yes, Call Debra today for a Free 15 minute consultation and appointment. Let me help you discover the hope and peace you’ve lost and bring more meaning back to your life.
Does life seem more complicated than it needs to be? Are the daily pressures of life, work, finances, children or relationships getting the best of you? Do you find yourself feeling sad, overwhelmed or anxious? Do you feel alone, abandoned, or invisible? Do you find yourself turning to alcohol or drugs to relax and forget your problems? Or does life feel so hopeless you’re thinking about checking out? If the answer is Yes, Call Debra today for a Free 15 minute consultation and appointment. Let me help you discover the hope and peace you’ve lost and bring more meaning back to your life.
Caring for others can be deeply meaningful and deeply exhausting. I specialize in working with adults who feel overwhelmed by caregiving responsibilities or who are seeking to reconnect with their own creativity and sense of purpose. In our work together, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where art becomes a tool for reflection, healing, and self-discovery. You don’t need any art experience, just a willingness to be curious. In our first few sessions, you can expect to make art alongside me as we explore your inner world through color, image, and metaphor.
Caring for others can be deeply meaningful and deeply exhausting. I specialize in working with adults who feel overwhelmed by caregiving responsibilities or who are seeking to reconnect with their own creativity and sense of purpose. In our work together, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where art becomes a tool for reflection, healing, and self-discovery. You don’t need any art experience, just a willingness to be curious. In our first few sessions, you can expect to make art alongside me as we explore your inner world through color, image, and metaphor.
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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.