Geriatric Therapists in Eldersburg, MD
I work with older adults, helping them navigate life’s transitions and health challenges with compassion and support.
Have life’s changes left you feeling unsettled or overwhelmed? Has a recent diagnosis, life transition, or caregiving role left you unsure of where to turn? You don’t have to face these challenges alone. I take a trauma-informed, holistic approach in working with individuals and families navigating anxiety, depression, medical challenges, and the unique stresses of caregiving. Together, we’ll create a safe and supportive space where you feel heard and understood. My goal is to walk alongside you with empathy, encouragement, and practical resources to help you find balance, hope, and a renewed sense of well-being.
I work with older adults, helping them navigate life’s transitions and health challenges with compassion and support.
Have life’s changes left you feeling unsettled or overwhelmed? Has a recent diagnosis, life transition, or caregiving role left you unsure of where to turn? You don’t have to face these challenges alone. I take a trauma-informed, holistic approach in working with individuals and families navigating anxiety, depression, medical challenges, and the unique stresses of caregiving. Together, we’ll create a safe and supportive space where you feel heard and understood. My goal is to walk alongside you with empathy, encouragement, and practical resources to help you find balance, hope, and a renewed sense of well-being.
I am especially drawn to working with midlife and older adults, caregivers, and those experiencing changes in health, independence, or life direction.
My approach to therapy is gentle, relational, and spiritually grounded. I believe healing arises through presence, deep listening, and reconnection with inner wisdom rather than striving for answers or solutions. Our work may include reflection, emotional exploration, attention to the body’s signals, and space for spirituality or faith—always guided by you.
I am especially drawn to working with midlife and older adults, caregivers, and those experiencing changes in health, independence, or life direction.
My approach to therapy is gentle, relational, and spiritually grounded. I believe healing arises through presence, deep listening, and reconnection with inner wisdom rather than striving for answers or solutions. Our work may include reflection, emotional exploration, attention to the body’s signals, and space for spirituality or faith—always guided by you.
Andi O'Connell
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, CAS, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Eldersburg, MD 21784
I’m here to support you through whatever challenges you may be facing. I work with teens and adults to address anxiety, stress management, grief, and trauma. Many of my clients identify as people pleasers and/or high achievers and feel like like they are burning the candle at both ends, trying to meet everyone's needs but their own. Together, we will identify what patterns are no longer serving you while also adding your needs back on your priority list in a way that feels authentic and secure.
I’m here to support you through whatever challenges you may be facing. I work with teens and adults to address anxiety, stress management, grief, and trauma. Many of my clients identify as people pleasers and/or high achievers and feel like like they are burning the candle at both ends, trying to meet everyone's needs but their own. Together, we will identify what patterns are no longer serving you while also adding your needs back on your priority list in a way that feels authentic and secure.
I have more than 30 years of clinical experience providing individual and group therapy for a wide range of adults, including college students, older adults & the LGBTQ+ community.
When facing challenging times, therapy can provide a safe place to talk about those challenges. I am happy to announce the addition of the newest staff member, Kenny, a certified therapy dog whose presence helps create a safe space. My goal is to help clients achieve their own "zen" state by learning how to recognize, access, & trust their own intuition. I view therapy as part of one's wellness journey. And one of the most important challenges in this journey is to understand one's personal power & how to manage it. Therapy is a challenging process, but I will be your advocate & help you learn to become your own advocate.
I have more than 30 years of clinical experience providing individual and group therapy for a wide range of adults, including college students, older adults & the LGBTQ+ community.
When facing challenging times, therapy can provide a safe place to talk about those challenges. I am happy to announce the addition of the newest staff member, Kenny, a certified therapy dog whose presence helps create a safe space. My goal is to help clients achieve their own "zen" state by learning how to recognize, access, & trust their own intuition. I view therapy as part of one's wellness journey. And one of the most important challenges in this journey is to understand one's personal power & how to manage it. Therapy is a challenging process, but I will be your advocate & help you learn to become your own advocate.
Are you a burned out parent who is desperately trying to parent the "right" way, but you feel exhausted, defeated, anxious, and depressed? Does your own childhood trauma pop up, threatening to derail you as you navigate parenting? Is it hard to take care of yourself while taking care of everyone else?
Do you wonder how in the world life might get just a little bit easier?
Now more than ever, families are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain.
I believe that pain and shame die when shared and that there is hope for being able to heal.
Are you a burned out parent who is desperately trying to parent the "right" way, but you feel exhausted, defeated, anxious, and depressed? Does your own childhood trauma pop up, threatening to derail you as you navigate parenting? Is it hard to take care of yourself while taking care of everyone else?
Do you wonder how in the world life might get just a little bit easier?
Now more than ever, families are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain.
I believe that pain and shame die when shared and that there is hope for being able to heal.
Accepting clients in person or virtual! I believe everyone has within them the strength, ability, and desire to fulfill his or her own potential. My job as a therapist is to help you to recognize, find, and unlock your inner strengths through the therapeutic and self-discovery process. If you or a loved one are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, impacted by a recent or prolonged trauma, or are just having difficulty navigating through the daily stresses of life, I can help. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe haven environment for your journey of self-discovery and growth. Telehealth Available
Accepting clients in person or virtual! I believe everyone has within them the strength, ability, and desire to fulfill his or her own potential. My job as a therapist is to help you to recognize, find, and unlock your inner strengths through the therapeutic and self-discovery process. If you or a loved one are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, impacted by a recent or prolonged trauma, or are just having difficulty navigating through the daily stresses of life, I can help. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe haven environment for your journey of self-discovery and growth. Telehealth Available
Asking for help requires courage and I’m glad you are here. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10+ years of clinical experience.
I support people experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression or stress - or who just feel overwhelmed - in developing healthier thoughts, feelings & behaviors. I utilize CBT, DBT, mindfulness, solutions focused, and person-centered approaches to meet clients where they are at and guide them to where they want to be. This journey includes teaching emotional regulation strategies, self-exploration, self-forgiveness and personal growth.
Asking for help requires courage and I’m glad you are here. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10+ years of clinical experience.
I support people experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression or stress - or who just feel overwhelmed - in developing healthier thoughts, feelings & behaviors. I utilize CBT, DBT, mindfulness, solutions focused, and person-centered approaches to meet clients where they are at and guide them to where they want to be. This journey includes teaching emotional regulation strategies, self-exploration, self-forgiveness and personal growth.
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For over 15 years, I’ve helped older adults, those approaching older adulthood, and caregivers navigate the challenges of aging.
I use evidence-based therapy approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and motivational interviewing. I also support clients managing chronic conditions, weight loss, and other health behavior changes. My goal is to create a supportive space where you can process emotions, develop strategies, and work toward your goals.
For over 15 years, I’ve helped older adults, those approaching older adulthood, and caregivers navigate the challenges of aging.
I use evidence-based therapy approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and motivational interviewing. I also support clients managing chronic conditions, weight loss, and other health behavior changes. My goal is to create a supportive space where you can process emotions, develop strategies, and work toward your goals.
Not all therapists are able to support you fully when medical or other conditions have caused cognitive decline. This is my specialty. Having worked closely with neurologists, radiologists and many other medical specialties, I can offer you neuropsyc or psych evaluations and brain maps that shed light on problems, and create a treatment plan that really makes a difference. We've helped folks with brain injury or general concerns for cognition, restore memory and attention skills, get to better thinking and reasoning, and enhanced joy in life. I go beyond the limits where others stopped, because rehabilitating brains is my passion.
Not all therapists are able to support you fully when medical or other conditions have caused cognitive decline. This is my specialty. Having worked closely with neurologists, radiologists and many other medical specialties, I can offer you neuropsyc or psych evaluations and brain maps that shed light on problems, and create a treatment plan that really makes a difference. We've helped folks with brain injury or general concerns for cognition, restore memory and attention skills, get to better thinking and reasoning, and enhanced joy in life. I go beyond the limits where others stopped, because rehabilitating brains is my passion.
I specialize in working with older adults, supporting individuals through the emotional, cognitive, and life changes that come with aging.
I create a warm, supportive environment where clients feel genuinely valued and listened to. My approach is grounded in compassion and curiosity, with a focus on understanding each person’s unique perspective and experience.
I specialize in working with older adults, supporting individuals through the emotional, cognitive, and life changes that come with aging.
I create a warm, supportive environment where clients feel genuinely valued and listened to. My approach is grounded in compassion and curiosity, with a focus on understanding each person’s unique perspective and experience.
We are a multi-specialty psychiatric practice offering comprehensive psychological and psychiatric care to individuals, families, children, adults and seniors.
We prioritize your wholeness and invest ourselves in helping you thrive in your individual, family and social circles. Our aim is to provide elite and comprehensive psychiatric care that considers your whole constitution — mind, body and community. As such, our clinicians are trained to value the complete biopsychosocial model of mental health treatment.
We are a multi-specialty psychiatric practice offering comprehensive psychological and psychiatric care to individuals, families, children, adults and seniors.
We prioritize your wholeness and invest ourselves in helping you thrive in your individual, family and social circles. Our aim is to provide elite and comprehensive psychiatric care that considers your whole constitution — mind, body and community. As such, our clinicians are trained to value the complete biopsychosocial model of mental health treatment.
My practice is a mixture of traditional counseling, coaching, and social work case management. Many people come to me because of a specific issue like job stress which is causing anxiety and disrupting family life. Or maybe you are just looking to find sustained and meaningful employment in a challenging economy. Or perhaps you have been affected by our current political climate and need someone to help process your feelings.Whether you fit into these catagories or related mental health issues, I would like to hear from you.
My practice is a mixture of traditional counseling, coaching, and social work case management. Many people come to me because of a specific issue like job stress which is causing anxiety and disrupting family life. Or maybe you are just looking to find sustained and meaningful employment in a challenging economy. Or perhaps you have been affected by our current political climate and need someone to help process your feelings.Whether you fit into these catagories or related mental health issues, I would like to hear from you.
If you are feeling overwhelmed by grief and loss, or perhaps you or a family member is facing a difficult late-life transition, I'd like to help. It's not uncommon to search for meaning and understanding during times of loss and transition, whether it be sudden, unexpected, or seen in the distance. The emotions can be all-consuming and may seem confusing, even stifling at times. If you are searching for a safe space to share your feelings and to make meaning of your loss or late-life transition, I'd like to provide that for you. My counseling is tailored to meet you wherever you are on your very unique journey.
If you are feeling overwhelmed by grief and loss, or perhaps you or a family member is facing a difficult late-life transition, I'd like to help. It's not uncommon to search for meaning and understanding during times of loss and transition, whether it be sudden, unexpected, or seen in the distance. The emotions can be all-consuming and may seem confusing, even stifling at times. If you are searching for a safe space to share your feelings and to make meaning of your loss or late-life transition, I'd like to provide that for you. My counseling is tailored to meet you wherever you are on your very unique journey.
I help adults, older adults, couples, and families with anxiety, grief, life transitions, and end of life concerns to resolve conflicts, become the best versions of themselves, and live in peace.
I believe my greatest strengths as a clinical therapist lie in my ability to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can truly be yourself. Therapy is all about you—your needs, goals, and pace—and I’m here to listen, understand, and walk alongside you through whatever challenges you face.
I help adults, older adults, couples, and families with anxiety, grief, life transitions, and end of life concerns to resolve conflicts, become the best versions of themselves, and live in peace.
I believe my greatest strengths as a clinical therapist lie in my ability to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can truly be yourself. Therapy is all about you—your needs, goals, and pace—and I’m here to listen, understand, and walk alongside you through whatever challenges you face.
Even in the midst of our broken world, hope is present and change is possible. Utilizing a strengths-based, person-centered approach, I strive to meet you where you’re at and walk alongside you as you navigate the challenges of life. We will work together in a safe space to achieve the goals and change you desire.
Even in the midst of our broken world, hope is present and change is possible. Utilizing a strengths-based, person-centered approach, I strive to meet you where you’re at and walk alongside you as you navigate the challenges of life. We will work together in a safe space to achieve the goals and change you desire.
I primarily work with middle aged and older adults who may be struggling with grief, coping with challenging life transitions, and compassion fatigue/burnout.
Immediate availability for new clients!
Are you finding yourself feeling overwhelmed with growing older? Perhaps you are facing a frightening change in the health of yourself or a loved one. Or you have experienced the loss of or a change in a relationship with someone very important to you, or a change in a role that has largely self-defined you. Life transitions, while inevitable, can be so difficult and can cause immense grief and feelings of despair. Are you feeling hopeless than you will ever feel like “yourself” again? Your usual coping strategies just don't seem to be working, and you don't know what to do.
I primarily work with middle aged and older adults who may be struggling with grief, coping with challenging life transitions, and compassion fatigue/burnout.
Immediate availability for new clients!
Are you finding yourself feeling overwhelmed with growing older? Perhaps you are facing a frightening change in the health of yourself or a loved one. Or you have experienced the loss of or a change in a relationship with someone very important to you, or a change in a role that has largely self-defined you. Life transitions, while inevitable, can be so difficult and can cause immense grief and feelings of despair. Are you feeling hopeless than you will ever feel like “yourself” again? Your usual coping strategies just don't seem to be working, and you don't know what to do.
Life can feel overwhelming, confusing, or isolating, and it’s normal to want guidance and support. I’m a relational clinical social worker who helps adults and young adults explore how relationships and life experiences shape emotions, behaviors, and patterns.
Life can feel overwhelming, confusing, or isolating, and it’s normal to want guidance and support. I’m a relational clinical social worker who helps adults and young adults explore how relationships and life experiences shape emotions, behaviors, and patterns.
I have almost a decade working in the behavioral health field with a special focus on supporting young adults as well as older adults.
Welcome! I work with adults of all ages, helping them with navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, isolation, and stress. Are you adjusting to a new phase of life? Struggling to cope with changes in health? Feeling unsure of who you are with the changes in your roles and responsibilities? Many of the people I work with appear calm and capable but feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected underneath. If this sounds like you, know that you don’t have to go through it alone.
I have almost a decade working in the behavioral health field with a special focus on supporting young adults as well as older adults.
Welcome! I work with adults of all ages, helping them with navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, isolation, and stress. Are you adjusting to a new phase of life? Struggling to cope with changes in health? Feeling unsure of who you are with the changes in your roles and responsibilities? Many of the people I work with appear calm and capable but feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected underneath. If this sounds like you, know that you don’t have to go through it alone.
I created the Mind Spa in the spirit of providing an accepting and encouraging environment where anyone can achieve a higher degree of mental fitness. Mental fitness is a lifestyle that reflects an ability to approach life's rewards and challenges in a balanced, secure manner, while maintaining a generally positive outlook. Here, adults, children, and families acquire skills to create for themselves a general sense of well-being that can be self-implemented long after treatment has ended.
For more information, please visit
www.mymindspa.net
I created the Mind Spa in the spirit of providing an accepting and encouraging environment where anyone can achieve a higher degree of mental fitness. Mental fitness is a lifestyle that reflects an ability to approach life's rewards and challenges in a balanced, secure manner, while maintaining a generally positive outlook. Here, adults, children, and families acquire skills to create for themselves a general sense of well-being that can be self-implemented long after treatment has ended.
For more information, please visit
www.mymindspa.net
Munis (consoler) Counseling Services.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
The most valuable and essential piece in therapy is the connection between the therapist and the client. Without rapport and safety, no meaningful step can be taken towards recovery. In my practice, through loving kindness and empathy, I make it my priority to build a meaningful connection with clients.
The most valuable and essential piece in therapy is the connection between the therapist and the client. Without rapport and safety, no meaningful step can be taken towards recovery. In my practice, through loving kindness and empathy, I make it my priority to build a meaningful connection with clients.
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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.