Therapists for Seniors in Dunn, NC
There are times when life can really throw us some nasty curveballs. It's hard some days to even put one foot in front of another. Our joy can be snatched away and be replaced by fear and sadness. I understand. I was diagnosed with a significant health issue five years ago which led to horrible depression and anxiety . Now, I can honestly say I have a better understanding of where my clients are coming from and just how heavy depression and anxiety can be to carry. I also know it's possible to get your joy and peace of mind back. Whatever your struggles may be I would be honored to help guide you on your path to restoring your joy.
There are times when life can really throw us some nasty curveballs. It's hard some days to even put one foot in front of another. Our joy can be snatched away and be replaced by fear and sadness. I understand. I was diagnosed with a significant health issue five years ago which led to horrible depression and anxiety . Now, I can honestly say I have a better understanding of where my clients are coming from and just how heavy depression and anxiety can be to carry. I also know it's possible to get your joy and peace of mind back. Whatever your struggles may be I would be honored to help guide you on your path to restoring your joy.
My passion for helping others heal and grow is at the heart of everything I do. I believe that everyone deserves a warm, welcoming space where they feel safe, heard, and supported — and that is exactly what I strive to create for each and every client I work with.
My passion for helping others heal and grow is at the heart of everything I do. I believe that everyone deserves a warm, welcoming space where they feel safe, heard, and supported — and that is exactly what I strive to create for each and every client I work with.
Life, quite simply, is often messy and complicated. It also has the potential to have beautiful and fulfilling moments. Whether you are facing major life challenges, or simply need a safe, comforting space to explore your goals, I provide a therapeutic atmosphere that offers just that. My goal as a therapist is to help you better understand yourself in a way that is empowering, as well as provide you the tools to heal from negative past experiences, and develop healthy thinking, emotional, and behavioral patterns. If a non-judgmental, acceptance-based empathetic experience is what you're seeking, you've come to the right place.
Life, quite simply, is often messy and complicated. It also has the potential to have beautiful and fulfilling moments. Whether you are facing major life challenges, or simply need a safe, comforting space to explore your goals, I provide a therapeutic atmosphere that offers just that. My goal as a therapist is to help you better understand yourself in a way that is empowering, as well as provide you the tools to heal from negative past experiences, and develop healthy thinking, emotional, and behavioral patterns. If a non-judgmental, acceptance-based empathetic experience is what you're seeking, you've come to the right place.
NOW working as a INTERN in a clinical practice….
Are you experiencing a sense of disconnection from yourself or those around you? Do you find yourself prioritizing others’ needs while wondering why life feels less fulfilling than you hoped? In today’s uncertain world, many people feel anxious, overwhelmed, and unsure how to navigate relationships, work, and well-being. I’m a former pastor with several years of experience as a pastoral counselor and now a clinical intern providing evidence-based therapy. I believe healing and a better quality of life shouldn’t feel like an uphill battle—and you don’t have to do it alone.
NOW working as a INTERN in a clinical practice….
Are you experiencing a sense of disconnection from yourself or those around you? Do you find yourself prioritizing others’ needs while wondering why life feels less fulfilling than you hoped? In today’s uncertain world, many people feel anxious, overwhelmed, and unsure how to navigate relationships, work, and well-being. I’m a former pastor with several years of experience as a pastoral counselor and now a clinical intern providing evidence-based therapy. I believe healing and a better quality of life shouldn’t feel like an uphill battle—and you don’t have to do it alone.
I work with clients ages 12+ who are facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, self-criticism, the lasting effects of abuse, life transitions, chronic illness, and recurring patterns that can leave them feeling stuck or overwhelmed. My holistic, strengths-based approach integrates mindfulness and acceptance-based practices using grounding, guided imagery, cognitive restructuring, thought defusion, and art therapy.
I work with clients ages 12+ who are facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, self-criticism, the lasting effects of abuse, life transitions, chronic illness, and recurring patterns that can leave them feeling stuck or overwhelmed. My holistic, strengths-based approach integrates mindfulness and acceptance-based practices using grounding, guided imagery, cognitive restructuring, thought defusion, and art therapy.
Monica Raynor
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors, MEd, LCMHC, NCC, BSN, RN
Dunn, NC 28334
Waitlist for new clients
I provide a safe, welcoming space in an effort to help clients feel at home. I provide continuous support for an array of issues pertaining to adults. I believe the counseling relationship is the most important component to clients meeting their therapy goals.
I provide a safe, welcoming space in an effort to help clients feel at home. I provide continuous support for an array of issues pertaining to adults. I believe the counseling relationship is the most important component to clients meeting their therapy goals.
My professional goal is to provide a safe, person-centered environment for clients to explore their feelings, behaviors, thoughts, and relationship patterns while setting and working toward their therapeutic goals. I strive to provide effective, evidenced-based treatments for clients as a part of the treatment plan and journey. I am also passionate about teaching clients about brain-based techniques founded on neuroscience to help them better understand how to manage stress. I offer Christian counseling upon request. Populations served: Children and adults ages 2 and up, adolescents, individuals, and parents.
My professional goal is to provide a safe, person-centered environment for clients to explore their feelings, behaviors, thoughts, and relationship patterns while setting and working toward their therapeutic goals. I strive to provide effective, evidenced-based treatments for clients as a part of the treatment plan and journey. I am also passionate about teaching clients about brain-based techniques founded on neuroscience to help them better understand how to manage stress. I offer Christian counseling upon request. Populations served: Children and adults ages 2 and up, adolescents, individuals, and parents.
Are you looking to break through challenges and foster lasting growth? I'm excited to connect with you! I bring warmth, compassion, and a collaborative approach to my practice, welcoming a wide range of concerns. I truly believe that therapy is a partnership, and I feel honored to be a supportive guide on your journey toward healing. Together, we will turn challenges into opportunities for empowerment.
Are you looking to break through challenges and foster lasting growth? I'm excited to connect with you! I bring warmth, compassion, and a collaborative approach to my practice, welcoming a wide range of concerns. I truly believe that therapy is a partnership, and I feel honored to be a supportive guide on your journey toward healing. Together, we will turn challenges into opportunities for empowerment.
Have you ever felt like you're carrying more than you can handle but aren't sure where to sit it down? Therapy offers a safe space to unpack and explore those feelings, experiences and make sense of what's weighing on you. Together, we can work towards understanding yourself and finding new ways to move forward. In my years of practicing, I've learned that talking to strangers about life issues is never easy, so I try to make the transition as smooth as possible for everyone I come in contact with. I'm energetic, down to earth, and realistic about life in general.
Have you ever felt like you're carrying more than you can handle but aren't sure where to sit it down? Therapy offers a safe space to unpack and explore those feelings, experiences and make sense of what's weighing on you. Together, we can work towards understanding yourself and finding new ways to move forward. In my years of practicing, I've learned that talking to strangers about life issues is never easy, so I try to make the transition as smooth as possible for everyone I come in contact with. I'm energetic, down to earth, and realistic about life in general.
New Direction YFS is a specialty practice dedicated to serving children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
Our focus is not on blame and negativity – it’s on solutions. We want EVERY individual or family to succeed. Our approach is professional, customized, and confidential. While our specialty is focusing on Seniors challenged by a variety of psychological and emotional issues, we also enjoy providing services to children, adolescents, couples, and families.
New Direction YFS is a specialty practice dedicated to serving children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
Our focus is not on blame and negativity – it’s on solutions. We want EVERY individual or family to succeed. Our approach is professional, customized, and confidential. While our specialty is focusing on Seniors challenged by a variety of psychological and emotional issues, we also enjoy providing services to children, adolescents, couples, and families.
TriCare Counseling and Consulting started accepting clients in 2010 as a practice that partners with professionals to form a caring team dedicated to improving the qualify of life for children, adolescents, and adults who deal with mental health disorders. Our therapists are available for individual, couples, and family therapy. We have a culturally competent staff and have had great success working with clients regardless of background or lifestyle orientation. We address issues of spirituality, identity formation, and self-actualization. We accept clients ages 4 and up. Psychological Evaluations are available. We have offices in Raleigh, Dunn, and Fayetteville in NC.
TriCare Counseling and Consulting started accepting clients in 2010 as a practice that partners with professionals to form a caring team dedicated to improving the qualify of life for children, adolescents, and adults who deal with mental health disorders. Our therapists are available for individual, couples, and family therapy. We have a culturally competent staff and have had great success working with clients regardless of background or lifestyle orientation. We address issues of spirituality, identity formation, and self-actualization. We accept clients ages 4 and up. Psychological Evaluations are available. We have offices in Raleigh, Dunn, and Fayetteville in NC.
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Some days, it’s hard to show up. Maybe you’ve been feeling emotionally drained, overwhelmed by life, or you’ve been weighed down by back there, back then. Boundaries don’t really exist, the people pleasing mask is well worn, finding motivation or even recognizing yourself amongst the
If you’re feeling the pull to do something different than survive; to pause, rest, and heal, I’m here to revive you. To show you how to conquer these symptoms and start living.
With over 11 years of experience supporting individuals on their healing journeys, I’m here to walk alongside you.
Some days, it’s hard to show up. Maybe you’ve been feeling emotionally drained, overwhelmed by life, or you’ve been weighed down by back there, back then. Boundaries don’t really exist, the people pleasing mask is well worn, finding motivation or even recognizing yourself amongst the
If you’re feeling the pull to do something different than survive; to pause, rest, and heal, I’m here to revive you. To show you how to conquer these symptoms and start living.
With over 11 years of experience supporting individuals on their healing journeys, I’m here to walk alongside you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply exhausted from trying to keep it all together? Whether you’re navigating a difficult transition, coping with anxiety or depression, or dealing with a personal crisis, therapy can help. I provide a compassionate, supportive space for teens and adults to explore what’s going on beneath the surface and begin building a more grounded and empowered life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply exhausted from trying to keep it all together? Whether you’re navigating a difficult transition, coping with anxiety or depression, or dealing with a personal crisis, therapy can help. I provide a compassionate, supportive space for teens and adults to explore what’s going on beneath the surface and begin building a more grounded and empowered life.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Wilmington Mental Health (WMH) provides evidence-based and person-centered treatment to residents of Southeastern North Carolina. Our mission is to offer accessible universal mental health treatment so that everyone in our community has access to the services they need, when and where they need them. WMH integrates multiple therapeutic techniques to create optimal patient experience. WMH understands that life presents difficulties that can reduce the quality of life and happiness of those in our community. These challenges can be detrimental if left on unresolved. Hence, it is critical that access to mental health care exist when individuals need it most. WMH has developed a platform that provides therapeutic support for teenagers, college students, adults, couples, and families. Our compassionate counselors are ready to meet with you to help you resolve challenges and move forward in your life. Get on the road to recovery with Wilmington Mental Health Today! Book a confidential consultation, call 910-777-5575 or email us at info@wmhwc.com.
Wilmington Mental Health (WMH) provides evidence-based and person-centered treatment to residents of Southeastern North Carolina. Our mission is to offer accessible universal mental health treatment so that everyone in our community has access to the services they need, when and where they need them. WMH integrates multiple therapeutic techniques to create optimal patient experience. WMH understands that life presents difficulties that can reduce the quality of life and happiness of those in our community. These challenges can be detrimental if left on unresolved. Hence, it is critical that access to mental health care exist when individuals need it most. WMH has developed a platform that provides therapeutic support for teenagers, college students, adults, couples, and families. Our compassionate counselors are ready to meet with you to help you resolve challenges and move forward in your life. Get on the road to recovery with Wilmington Mental Health Today! Book a confidential consultation, call 910-777-5575 or email us at info@wmhwc.com.
Beginning therapy can be a difficult step. But if you find yourself stuck, repeating the same ineffective, undermining coping mechanisms and unable to manage your emotions, then it might be time to start working together to help you identify more effective and constructive approaches to achieve your goals.
Beginning therapy can be a difficult step. But if you find yourself stuck, repeating the same ineffective, undermining coping mechanisms and unable to manage your emotions, then it might be time to start working together to help you identify more effective and constructive approaches to achieve your goals.
Life just doesn’t line up with what you hoped it would be. Despite looking like you’ve got it together on the outside, you feel anxious and depressed on the inside.. You’ve lost yourself in the midst of trauma, a diagnosis, loss, or life transition. You can’t shut your brain off. No matter how hard you try, you struggle with worry, rumination, guilt, and feelings of worthlessness. The negative self-talk leaves you feeling alone and afraid. This affects all aspects of your life. Your world feels like it’s getting smaller and smaller, and you don’t know where you fit.
Life just doesn’t line up with what you hoped it would be. Despite looking like you’ve got it together on the outside, you feel anxious and depressed on the inside.. You’ve lost yourself in the midst of trauma, a diagnosis, loss, or life transition. You can’t shut your brain off. No matter how hard you try, you struggle with worry, rumination, guilt, and feelings of worthlessness. The negative self-talk leaves you feeling alone and afraid. This affects all aspects of your life. Your world feels like it’s getting smaller and smaller, and you don’t know where you fit.
Life can be amazing—and sometimes really hard. As humans we navigate challenges that can feel overwhelming, from stress and anxiety to life transitions, trauma, or feeling disconnected from themselves. Therapy can offer a supportive space to slow down, reflect, and begin working toward healing and growth. If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or stress that is affecting your ability to live the life you want, therapy can help. Sessions provide space to explore experiences, understand patterns, and develop practical coping skills that support meaningful and lasting change.
Life can be amazing—and sometimes really hard. As humans we navigate challenges that can feel overwhelming, from stress and anxiety to life transitions, trauma, or feeling disconnected from themselves. Therapy can offer a supportive space to slow down, reflect, and begin working toward healing and growth. If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or stress that is affecting your ability to live the life you want, therapy can help. Sessions provide space to explore experiences, understand patterns, and develop practical coping skills that support meaningful and lasting change.
Greetings! Congratulations on taking the 1st step to address your concerns. It takes courage to make this step and I want to acknowledge your efforts. It gives me great pleasure to have the opportunity to develop a collaborative relationship with you and to connect with you, guide you and provide a non-judgmental safe place. I enjoy working with children, pre-teens, adolescents, and adults. I am a passionate clinician that strives to improve the quality of life of my clients.
Greetings! Congratulations on taking the 1st step to address your concerns. It takes courage to make this step and I want to acknowledge your efforts. It gives me great pleasure to have the opportunity to develop a collaborative relationship with you and to connect with you, guide you and provide a non-judgmental safe place. I enjoy working with children, pre-teens, adolescents, and adults. I am a passionate clinician that strives to improve the quality of life of my clients.
Feeling overwhelmed by relationships, struggling with anxiety or past trauma? Are you unsure if therapy is right for you? If you are new to therapy or apprehensive about starting over, I offer a free 20 minute consultation to answer any questions you might have.
Feeling overwhelmed by relationships, struggling with anxiety or past trauma? Are you unsure if therapy is right for you? If you are new to therapy or apprehensive about starting over, I offer a free 20 minute consultation to answer any questions you might have.
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- Lillington
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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.