Geriatric Therapists in Riverview, MI
Hi, I’m Alesha. I’m a clinical therapist who believes people don’t come to therapy because they’re “broken” they come because life has become heavy, confusing, or overwhelming.
I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, life transitions, and emotional burnout. Many of my clients feel stuck in patterns, overthink constantly, struggle with confidence, or carry responsibilities for everyone else while neglecting themselves.
Hi, I’m Alesha. I’m a clinical therapist who believes people don’t come to therapy because they’re “broken” they come because life has become heavy, confusing, or overwhelming.
I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, life transitions, and emotional burnout. Many of my clients feel stuck in patterns, overthink constantly, struggle with confidence, or carry responsibilities for everyone else while neglecting themselves.
Healing is a journey that’s both personal and deeply woven with our relationships. I genuinely believe in helping people improve their self-care while building healthier connections with others. When it comes to choosing a therapist, it’s a personal decision based on trust and confidence. With over 32 years of experience in mental health and medical settings, I’ve had the pleasure of working with adolescents, adults, medical professionals, couples, caregivers, and families to overcome various challenges in their lives.
Healing is a journey that’s both personal and deeply woven with our relationships. I genuinely believe in helping people improve their self-care while building healthier connections with others. When it comes to choosing a therapist, it’s a personal decision based on trust and confidence. With over 32 years of experience in mental health and medical settings, I’ve had the pleasure of working with adolescents, adults, medical professionals, couples, caregivers, and families to overcome various challenges in their lives.
I provide a compassionate, tailored approach for adults and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and caregiver burnout.
With 25+ years in mental health and healthcare, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space to explore emotions, build coping skills, and create meaningful change. My approach is empathetic,direct, practical, and goal-oriented, blending validation, gentle challenge, and humor when helpful.
I provide a compassionate, tailored approach for adults and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and caregiver burnout.
With 25+ years in mental health and healthcare, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space to explore emotions, build coping skills, and create meaningful change. My approach is empathetic,direct, practical, and goal-oriented, blending validation, gentle challenge, and humor when helpful.
Ottenbreit Psychotherapy Associates, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW, LMSW
Riverview, MI 48193
Not accepting new clients
My ideal client is an individual who feels as if their world is beginning to unravel emotionally, socially, spiritually and physically. Often such feelings are precipitated by acute, post traumatic or situational stress. Personal relationships often begin to show signs of strain and bouts of depression and anxiety are constant companions. For me the process of psychotherapy is based in a relationship where my clients are afforded an opportunity to open up inner hurts and past trauma in a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment. My office setting is relaxing and reflects my deep commitment to my clients well being.
My ideal client is an individual who feels as if their world is beginning to unravel emotionally, socially, spiritually and physically. Often such feelings are precipitated by acute, post traumatic or situational stress. Personal relationships often begin to show signs of strain and bouts of depression and anxiety are constant companions. For me the process of psychotherapy is based in a relationship where my clients are afforded an opportunity to open up inner hurts and past trauma in a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment. My office setting is relaxing and reflects my deep commitment to my clients well being.
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My specialties include Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Depression, Geriatric and Seniors - including Dementia, and Stress.
My approach incorporates evidence based modalities such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CPT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-focused Therapy. My style is warm, and collective.
My specialties include Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Depression, Geriatric and Seniors - including Dementia, and Stress.
My approach incorporates evidence based modalities such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CPT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-focused Therapy. My style is warm, and collective.
You can learn to raise yourself...to enhance the positive aspects of life and build resilience in the face of adversity. The therapeutic relationship is tool to gain self knowledge, acceptance and access to your own wisdom. Therapy does not take difficulties in life away. Instead, you change your relationship to them. You learn the difference between the kind of suffering that is natural and unavoidable from the kind of suffering that is self inflicted. With this growing awareness inner strength and respect for yourself grows. Little by little you uproot destructive patterns and come back to life.
You can learn to raise yourself...to enhance the positive aspects of life and build resilience in the face of adversity. The therapeutic relationship is tool to gain self knowledge, acceptance and access to your own wisdom. Therapy does not take difficulties in life away. Instead, you change your relationship to them. You learn the difference between the kind of suffering that is natural and unavoidable from the kind of suffering that is self inflicted. With this growing awareness inner strength and respect for yourself grows. Little by little you uproot destructive patterns and come back to life.
I help adults and seniors manage anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and stress related to illness or life changes.
Care That Begins With You. My ideal client is an adult or older adult facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or stress related to illness, caregiving, or life transitions. They may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained and are looking for support, understanding, and tools to cope. Their goals often include finding relief, improving emotional balance, building resilience, and feeling more like themselves again. They want a safe, compassionate space to process their experiences and move forward with clarity and strength.
I help adults and seniors manage anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and stress related to illness or life changes.
Care That Begins With You. My ideal client is an adult or older adult facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or stress related to illness, caregiving, or life transitions. They may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained and are looking for support, understanding, and tools to cope. Their goals often include finding relief, improving emotional balance, building resilience, and feeling more like themselves again. They want a safe, compassionate space to process their experiences and move forward with clarity and strength.
For a decade I’ve helped people navigate the messy, beautiful, and painful parts of being human. Maybe you’re asking yourself: Who am I? What do I truly need? How do I begin to heal? Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, parenting challenges, eating concerns, or life transitions, you don’t have to do it alone. I work with those who feel insurgent in spirit, striving to become the fullest, most authentic version of themselves. My clients are often cycle breakers; people committed to healing from intergenerational wounds, challenging harmful dynamics, and building lives rooted in joy.
For a decade I’ve helped people navigate the messy, beautiful, and painful parts of being human. Maybe you’re asking yourself: Who am I? What do I truly need? How do I begin to heal? Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, parenting challenges, eating concerns, or life transitions, you don’t have to do it alone. I work with those who feel insurgent in spirit, striving to become the fullest, most authentic version of themselves. My clients are often cycle breakers; people committed to healing from intergenerational wounds, challenging harmful dynamics, and building lives rooted in joy.
I work primarily with adults and seniors in Novi, West Bloomfield, and greater Oakland County who are dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, or long-standing patterns.
I take a practical, straightforward approach in my sessions. We focus on clear steps you can actually use in your daily life so you can feel more in control and make real progress. I work best with motivated adults and seniors who are ready to do the work. Sessions are held in person in a private, comfortable setting.
I work primarily with adults and seniors in Novi, West Bloomfield, and greater Oakland County who are dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, or long-standing patterns.
I take a practical, straightforward approach in my sessions. We focus on clear steps you can actually use in your daily life so you can feel more in control and make real progress. I work best with motivated adults and seniors who are ready to do the work. Sessions are held in person in a private, comfortable setting.
Eva Talia Elkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LLC, MA, MPA, RYT-500, C-IAYT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
In my practice, I offer a comprehensive approach to mental health by integrating various therapeutic modalities tailored to each client’s unique needs. I specialize in working with both children and adults, focusing on ADHD and trauma recovery. My goal is to create a supportive space where clients can explore the positive aspects of their experiences while addressing any thoughts and feelings that may be causing distress.
In my practice, I offer a comprehensive approach to mental health by integrating various therapeutic modalities tailored to each client’s unique needs. I specialize in working with both children and adults, focusing on ADHD and trauma recovery. My goal is to create a supportive space where clients can explore the positive aspects of their experiences while addressing any thoughts and feelings that may be causing distress.
I work with people from all walks of life in metro Detroit, including veterans, LBTQIA+ individuals, and people with complex medical conditions, like traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, cancer, and dementia.
I take a collaborative approach to therapy. Together, we will set goals and specific outcomes for our time. I aim to provide a warm, non-judgmental, and caring environment, while maintaining a focus on making progress towards your goals.
I work with people from all walks of life in metro Detroit, including veterans, LBTQIA+ individuals, and people with complex medical conditions, like traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, cancer, and dementia.
I take a collaborative approach to therapy. Together, we will set goals and specific outcomes for our time. I aim to provide a warm, non-judgmental, and caring environment, while maintaining a focus on making progress towards your goals.
I work best with adults and older adults and individuals with a history of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and chronic pain.
For many of us, life can be tremendously challenging. And when we feel we have reached a breaking point, reaching out for help can be one of the most life altering and uplifting decisions. As a cancer survivor, and a person who has lived through and overcome adversity; I know first-hand what it means to feel anxious, depressed, and unsure of where to turn.
I work best with adults and older adults and individuals with a history of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and chronic pain.
For many of us, life can be tremendously challenging. And when we feel we have reached a breaking point, reaching out for help can be one of the most life altering and uplifting decisions. As a cancer survivor, and a person who has lived through and overcome adversity; I know first-hand what it means to feel anxious, depressed, and unsure of where to turn.
Kelly Michael Bassham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Have you been struggling with chronic illness and chronic pain (3 months or longer). Do you have a history of chronic pain or the following symptoms: Back Pain, Tension Headaches, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Abdominal Pain, Foot Pain, Sciatic Pain, IBS, Chronic Fatigue, Insomnia, or Dizziness? Have you been searching for ways and methods to relieve your pain without any real relief or change? Your pain is real! You are not making it up! It would be cruel to think otherwise. So, what is Pain? It is a protector, a warning signal that detects danger. All pain is produced by the brain.
Have you been struggling with chronic illness and chronic pain (3 months or longer). Do you have a history of chronic pain or the following symptoms: Back Pain, Tension Headaches, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Abdominal Pain, Foot Pain, Sciatic Pain, IBS, Chronic Fatigue, Insomnia, or Dizziness? Have you been searching for ways and methods to relieve your pain without any real relief or change? Your pain is real! You are not making it up! It would be cruel to think otherwise. So, what is Pain? It is a protector, a warning signal that detects danger. All pain is produced by the brain.
I am also certified in Gerontology and have experience in end of life care, dementia care, and medical social work
Just like seeds, we each have our own unique needs and preferences. It’s so important that we learn to understand and nurture these evolving needs, and beginning therapy is sometimes the first step. As much as therapeutic engagement can teach you, I know I will also learn from you. After all, aren't we all just trying to grow? Let’s lean into the sun together.
I am also certified in Gerontology and have experience in end of life care, dementia care, and medical social work
Just like seeds, we each have our own unique needs and preferences. It’s so important that we learn to understand and nurture these evolving needs, and beginning therapy is sometimes the first step. As much as therapeutic engagement can teach you, I know I will also learn from you. After all, aren't we all just trying to grow? Let’s lean into the sun together.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to turn? You don't have to face life's challenges alone. With more than 30 years of experience, I work with adults and elders (18-65+) navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, stress, and the lasting effects of difficult experiences, including domestic violence. My goal is to provide a compassionate, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward. I believe healing begins with a trusting therapeutic relationship built on empathy, active listening, and collaboration.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to turn? You don't have to face life's challenges alone. With more than 30 years of experience, I work with adults and elders (18-65+) navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, stress, and the lasting effects of difficult experiences, including domestic violence. My goal is to provide a compassionate, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward. I believe healing begins with a trusting therapeutic relationship built on empathy, active listening, and collaboration.
If you are seeking help with depression, anxiety, the death of a loved one or trying to navigate being LGBTQIA+ in a culture that is rapidly becoming less accepting, we may be a great fit. As a social worker I am passionate about social justice and equality. I have extensive experience working with transgender individuals as they navigate their unique path to authenticity. I offer empathic listening, talk therapy, referrals and letters for gender affirming care. I am also passionate about working with care givers who frequently neglect self care while pouring love and kindness into others.
If you are seeking help with depression, anxiety, the death of a loved one or trying to navigate being LGBTQIA+ in a culture that is rapidly becoming less accepting, we may be a great fit. As a social worker I am passionate about social justice and equality. I have extensive experience working with transgender individuals as they navigate their unique path to authenticity. I offer empathic listening, talk therapy, referrals and letters for gender affirming care. I am also passionate about working with care givers who frequently neglect self care while pouring love and kindness into others.
Are you ready to collaborate and embrace change at your own pace? Let's get started! Whether you battle Depression or Anxiety, have an Eating Disorder or an old painful narrative from Trauma, or perhaps you are trying to repair a Relationship or reasonably end one, I appreciate the chance to help you re-calibrate and unfold your truest self. With utmost respect for your past, and present, we will create a more hopeful future. I am experienced in coordinating on your behalf with a host of other healthcare and well-being professionals from many disciplines.
Are you ready to collaborate and embrace change at your own pace? Let's get started! Whether you battle Depression or Anxiety, have an Eating Disorder or an old painful narrative from Trauma, or perhaps you are trying to repair a Relationship or reasonably end one, I appreciate the chance to help you re-calibrate and unfold your truest self. With utmost respect for your past, and present, we will create a more hopeful future. I am experienced in coordinating on your behalf with a host of other healthcare and well-being professionals from many disciplines.
We are an outpatient mental health practice devoted to our work with those we serve. We utilize a collaborative approach that is strengths based, client centered, and rooted in our belief in the dignity and self-worth of others. Within this approach, clients are viewed as partners in their treatment and considered experts in their needs. We provide both in-person and telehealth services allowing us to further meet the diverse needs of the community.
We are an outpatient mental health practice devoted to our work with those we serve. We utilize a collaborative approach that is strengths based, client centered, and rooted in our belief in the dignity and self-worth of others. Within this approach, clients are viewed as partners in their treatment and considered experts in their needs. We provide both in-person and telehealth services allowing us to further meet the diverse needs of the community.
Be more at ease with yourself and in your relationships. Be better able to expand your life and experience more enjoyment. Decreased anxiety and improved mood are essential to unlocking these possibilities. You can develop tools for resolving present issues and ongoing struggles. I am an experienced therapist who works with a wide range of presenting issues including anxiety, depression, situational stress, and issues that arise with life changes and challenges. I provide a warm, safe setting for expression of your concerns. I work in a collaborative format toward understanding self, moving through issues, and working toward goals.
Be more at ease with yourself and in your relationships. Be better able to expand your life and experience more enjoyment. Decreased anxiety and improved mood are essential to unlocking these possibilities. You can develop tools for resolving present issues and ongoing struggles. I am an experienced therapist who works with a wide range of presenting issues including anxiety, depression, situational stress, and issues that arise with life changes and challenges. I provide a warm, safe setting for expression of your concerns. I work in a collaborative format toward understanding self, moving through issues, and working toward goals.
My specialty is working with middle aged and older adults who are navigating grief and loss, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions.
I bring 40+ years of clinical experience to the table in helping you to improve your emotional wellbeing. In addition to a private practice and nearly 18 years as a hospice social worker, I've taught college courses on gerontology and edited and published a book.
My specialty is working with middle aged and older adults who are navigating grief and loss, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions.
I bring 40+ years of clinical experience to the table in helping you to improve your emotional wellbeing. In addition to a private practice and nearly 18 years as a hospice social worker, I've taught college courses on gerontology and edited and published a book.
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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.