Therapists for Seniors in Gary, IN
Providing counseling for individuals, families and pregnant addicted women for over 20 years. Possess strong assessment skill in evaluating at -risk adolescent substance abusers. Linking services to juvenile and adult courts. My approach supports a drug free lifestyle. Specialty includes trauma informed intervention; and using the Matrix Model. I provide IOP, GOP, PHP and DUI interventions.
Providing counseling for individuals, families and pregnant addicted women for over 20 years. Possess strong assessment skill in evaluating at -risk adolescent substance abusers. Linking services to juvenile and adult courts. My approach supports a drug free lifestyle. Specialty includes trauma informed intervention; and using the Matrix Model. I provide IOP, GOP, PHP and DUI interventions.
My approach is compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative. I strive to meet each client where they are. As a team we will work towards increasing insight, developing healthy coping skills, and move toward healing and growth.
My approach is compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative. I strive to meet each client where they are. As a team we will work towards increasing insight, developing healthy coping skills, and move toward healing and growth.
Are you someone that has been struggling with substance abuse or ADHD? Battling these disorders are very difficult and lots of support along with motivation is needed. As the serenity prayer states "The courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference;" I am a fond believer that knowledge is power and when we know better we can do better. I can assist in helping you learn more about yourself while gaining the courage and wisdom to tackle this day by day. We will identify and help you practice strategies to create the changes you are seeking.
Are you someone that has been struggling with substance abuse or ADHD? Battling these disorders are very difficult and lots of support along with motivation is needed. As the serenity prayer states "The courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference;" I am a fond believer that knowledge is power and when we know better we can do better. I can assist in helping you learn more about yourself while gaining the courage and wisdom to tackle this day by day. We will identify and help you practice strategies to create the changes you are seeking.
Sharon Shaw Lowe, Counseling & Psychotherapy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Gary, IN 46403
I bring more than 15 years of experience using a humanistic approach, working to help a diverse population of all ages to manage anger, insomnia, sadness, obsessions, emptiness and other conditions that plague modern existence.
I bring more than 15 years of experience using a humanistic approach, working to help a diverse population of all ages to manage anger, insomnia, sadness, obsessions, emptiness and other conditions that plague modern existence.
In life, we all come to stages, at times, where we acknowledge that we need support. If you are frustrated, anxious, sad, confused and/or unsure of where your relationship or life is headed, I can help! Whether you are experiencing health concerns, relationship issues, personal conflicts or any other life transitions, learning to cope can be a game changer and you can gain the skills for better clarity and peace. My service is provided via confidential online therapy only.
In life, we all come to stages, at times, where we acknowledge that we need support. If you are frustrated, anxious, sad, confused and/or unsure of where your relationship or life is headed, I can help! Whether you are experiencing health concerns, relationship issues, personal conflicts or any other life transitions, learning to cope can be a game changer and you can gain the skills for better clarity and peace. My service is provided via confidential online therapy only.
My name is Karen Crawford Simms, and I am a licensed mental health therapist. I welcome clients of all identities, especially those from communities that have faced exclusion or inequity.
I specialize in working with adults in transition—particularly those in teaching, caregiving, helping, or service professions—who are navigating relationship issues, parenting challenges, and life or professional changes such as pregnancy, marriage, divorce, menopause, or illness.
My name is Karen Crawford Simms, and I am a licensed mental health therapist. I welcome clients of all identities, especially those from communities that have faced exclusion or inequity.
I specialize in working with adults in transition—particularly those in teaching, caregiving, helping, or service professions—who are navigating relationship issues, parenting challenges, and life or professional changes such as pregnancy, marriage, divorce, menopause, or illness.
With over 12 years of experience in the mental health field, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and science-based therapy to individuals, couples, and families. My approach is client-centered, focusing on providing a safe and benevolent experience for those who are ready to make changes in their lives while seeking peace and healing.
I hold an MSW degree from Indiana University. I am a licensed clinical social worker and licensed clinical addictions counselor in the state of Indiana. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse.
With over 12 years of experience in the mental health field, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and science-based therapy to individuals, couples, and families. My approach is client-centered, focusing on providing a safe and benevolent experience for those who are ready to make changes in their lives while seeking peace and healing.
I hold an MSW degree from Indiana University. I am a licensed clinical social worker and licensed clinical addictions counselor in the state of Indiana. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse.
Life is full of challenges—whether it’s navigating major life transitions, coping with medical conditions, or working through grief and loss. These experiences can increase anxiety, depression, and emotional overwhelm. Therapy can be a powerful tool to build resilience, manage stress, and develop practical skills for both today’s challenges and whatever lies ahead.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Certified Oncology Social Worker (OSW-C), and Certified Health and Wellness Coach (CHWC), I bring over 30 years of experience working in the medical field—most of that time spent supporting individuals
Life is full of challenges—whether it’s navigating major life transitions, coping with medical conditions, or working through grief and loss. These experiences can increase anxiety, depression, and emotional overwhelm. Therapy can be a powerful tool to build resilience, manage stress, and develop practical skills for both today’s challenges and whatever lies ahead.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Certified Oncology Social Worker (OSW-C), and Certified Health and Wellness Coach (CHWC), I bring over 30 years of experience working in the medical field—most of that time spent supporting individuals
I help patients find hope in adversity. I explore a patient's need for external validation and identify old, negative motivators used to inspire achievement-based goals. I teach self-care and self-regulating practices while modeling healthy attunement. Together, we explore conflict-avoidant behaviors and healthy dependency. Being a highly sensitive person is not a weakness but an empathic strength. I explore the guilt, shame, and fear that cause "analysis paralysis." I analyze unhealthy habits and teach clients to build trust and reconnect with a traumatic body that no longer trusts. You are the expert and I am your guide.
I help patients find hope in adversity. I explore a patient's need for external validation and identify old, negative motivators used to inspire achievement-based goals. I teach self-care and self-regulating practices while modeling healthy attunement. Together, we explore conflict-avoidant behaviors and healthy dependency. Being a highly sensitive person is not a weakness but an empathic strength. I explore the guilt, shame, and fear that cause "analysis paralysis." I analyze unhealthy habits and teach clients to build trust and reconnect with a traumatic body that no longer trusts. You are the expert and I am your guide.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Indiana with over 10 years of experience providing case management and therapeutic care to children, adults, couples, parents, and families.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Indiana with over 10 years of experience providing case management and therapeutic care to children, adults, couples, parents, and families.
I am dedicated, committed, and highly passionate Licensed Social Worker. I have an array of experience working with all age groups from early childhood and beyond. I have worked with individuals and families from various social and economic backgrounds, cultures, Spiritual backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. I am experienced working with trauma, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, victims of child abuse and neglect, amongst other mental health issues. I have a dedicated a large portion of my career to working with children and adolescents with behavioral issues.
I am dedicated, committed, and highly passionate Licensed Social Worker. I have an array of experience working with all age groups from early childhood and beyond. I have worked with individuals and families from various social and economic backgrounds, cultures, Spiritual backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. I am experienced working with trauma, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, victims of child abuse and neglect, amongst other mental health issues. I have a dedicated a large portion of my career to working with children and adolescents with behavioral issues.
Are you someone who looks strong on the outside but feels tired on the inside? You’ve carried childhood wounds into adult relationships, struggle with anxiety, people-pleasing, or fear-based attachment, and feel stuck in the same patterns? You find yourself wanting clarity, emotional stability, confidence, and deeper connections? You’re ready to understand the “why” behind your feelings so you can finally break cycles, heal old pain, and show up in life with more peace and authenticity?
Are you someone who looks strong on the outside but feels tired on the inside? You’ve carried childhood wounds into adult relationships, struggle with anxiety, people-pleasing, or fear-based attachment, and feel stuck in the same patterns? You find yourself wanting clarity, emotional stability, confidence, and deeper connections? You’re ready to understand the “why” behind your feelings so you can finally break cycles, heal old pain, and show up in life with more peace and authenticity?
Our Mission is to provide a wide range of social services that deliver information, resources, and opportunities to those who face challenges in life. Our expertise includes individual, family, and group therapy, as well as case management and other psychosocial assistance that promotes personal, interpersonal, and social functioning. Here, we are passionate about mental health and remain dedicated to serving individuals, families, and the community in nurturing safe, healthy, and long-term relationships.
Our Mission is to provide a wide range of social services that deliver information, resources, and opportunities to those who face challenges in life. Our expertise includes individual, family, and group therapy, as well as case management and other psychosocial assistance that promotes personal, interpersonal, and social functioning. Here, we are passionate about mental health and remain dedicated to serving individuals, families, and the community in nurturing safe, healthy, and long-term relationships.
Reaching out for support can be difficult, but my goal is to create a safe space for you. I take a guiding, strengths-based, and trauma informed approach, to help foster your growth, and provide the support that you need. I specialize in working with folx, with mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, and BPD. I will meet you at whichever stage you’re in. I am queer identifying and affirming, and also support LGBTQIA+ folx, through the journeys unique to us. I work with individual adolescents (age 12+) and adults, and am neurodivergent informed and affirming as well. I would be honored to help you, on your journey.
Reaching out for support can be difficult, but my goal is to create a safe space for you. I take a guiding, strengths-based, and trauma informed approach, to help foster your growth, and provide the support that you need. I specialize in working with folx, with mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, and BPD. I will meet you at whichever stage you’re in. I am queer identifying and affirming, and also support LGBTQIA+ folx, through the journeys unique to us. I work with individual adolescents (age 12+) and adults, and am neurodivergent informed and affirming as well. I would be honored to help you, on your journey.
Amy has a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She is passionate about helping people discover the strengths that reside inside them and to use these discoveries to become the best version of themselves that they can imagine. She leans heavily on strengths-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness practices, a self-compassion perspective, and others. She is constantly seeking out relevant evidence-based techniques to enhance emotional wellbeing, healing, and growth.
Amy has a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She is passionate about helping people discover the strengths that reside inside them and to use these discoveries to become the best version of themselves that they can imagine. She leans heavily on strengths-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness practices, a self-compassion perspective, and others. She is constantly seeking out relevant evidence-based techniques to enhance emotional wellbeing, healing, and growth.
I help adults navigate life’s challenges by providing a supportive, nonjudgmental space to process experiences, build coping skills, and create meaningful change. My experience includes working with individuals involved in the criminal justice system, people living with serious mental illness, immigrant and refugee populations, and individuals and families involved with DCS or child welfare. I also support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and focused on helping clients build resilience and reach their goals.
I help adults navigate life’s challenges by providing a supportive, nonjudgmental space to process experiences, build coping skills, and create meaningful change. My experience includes working with individuals involved in the criminal justice system, people living with serious mental illness, immigrant and refugee populations, and individuals and families involved with DCS or child welfare. I also support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and focused on helping clients build resilience and reach their goals.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Self-Concepts Global & Sesa Wo Suban Hypnotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAC, CCTP, CMS-CHt, FIBH
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a graduate of University of Iowa School of Social Work. I have over 30 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social worker. I am also a Licensed addictions counselor and have over 25 years of experience. I have completed a 500 hour Clinical Integral Hypnotherapy and Certified Clinical Medical Support Hypnotherapy from the Hypnotherapy Academy of America. I am Clinical Hypnotherapist Fellow. Additional
professional trainings include courses from The Center for Deployment Psychology, and NOVA.I belong to the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation(icisf ) and the International Board Of Hypnotherapy (IBH)
I am a graduate of University of Iowa School of Social Work. I have over 30 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social worker. I am also a Licensed addictions counselor and have over 25 years of experience. I have completed a 500 hour Clinical Integral Hypnotherapy and Certified Clinical Medical Support Hypnotherapy from the Hypnotherapy Academy of America. I am Clinical Hypnotherapist Fellow. Additional
professional trainings include courses from The Center for Deployment Psychology, and NOVA.I belong to the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation(icisf ) and the International Board Of Hypnotherapy (IBH)
Don’t settle for generic care—you deserve treatment that truly transforms. At Indiana Center for Recovery, we combine personalized, evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT with compassionate, trauma-informed care. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I focus on helping you heal through proven approaches while supporting your long-term recovery.
Don’t settle for generic care—you deserve treatment that truly transforms. At Indiana Center for Recovery, we combine personalized, evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT with compassionate, trauma-informed care. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I focus on helping you heal through proven approaches while supporting your long-term recovery.
Are you frustrated with waiting lists? Are you finding it difficult to find a clinician in your time of need? Responsive and responsible mental health care still exists! Your needs will not be handled haphazardly! I provide intentional treatment interventions from approaches that are widely known in the profession to be most reliable at treating an identified issue. I have expertises in treating anxiety, depression, mood, trauma, personality and impulse disorders.
Are you frustrated with waiting lists? Are you finding it difficult to find a clinician in your time of need? Responsive and responsible mental health care still exists! Your needs will not be handled haphazardly! I provide intentional treatment interventions from approaches that are widely known in the profession to be most reliable at treating an identified issue. I have expertises in treating anxiety, depression, mood, trauma, personality and impulse disorders.
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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.