Therapists for Seniors in Cherry Hill, NJ
I believe in providing a safe, accepting, and empathic space for anyone looking to make helpful changes in their life, while also providing the highest quality of care by only utilizing evidence-based forms of therapy that have been proven effective through research. Treatment begins with examining what your aspirations and desired life look like and then collaboratively developing a plan to navigate current challenges, develop coping skills, build upon strengths, and increase your sense of resilience in the face of potential challenges so that you feel capable of handling them in the future.
I believe in providing a safe, accepting, and empathic space for anyone looking to make helpful changes in their life, while also providing the highest quality of care by only utilizing evidence-based forms of therapy that have been proven effective through research. Treatment begins with examining what your aspirations and desired life look like and then collaboratively developing a plan to navigate current challenges, develop coping skills, build upon strengths, and increase your sense of resilience in the face of potential challenges so that you feel capable of handling them in the future.
Jerome Scaturro is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor in New Jersey with 10 years of experience working with adults, couples, and teens (15–19). He helps clients navigate addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Jerome earned his Master’s in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and is currently pursuing his Doctorate in Professional Counseling. His goal is to foster a trusting, authentic environment where clients feel safe to share, heal, and create a fulfilling life aligned with their values.
Jerome Scaturro is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor in New Jersey with 10 years of experience working with adults, couples, and teens (15–19). He helps clients navigate addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Jerome earned his Master’s in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and is currently pursuing his Doctorate in Professional Counseling. His goal is to foster a trusting, authentic environment where clients feel safe to share, heal, and create a fulfilling life aligned with their values.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 30 years of experience, Coleen has dedicated her career to helping adults navigate life's challenges, transitions, and opportunities for personal growth. Known as "The Story Shifter," she works collaboratively with clients to uncover the patterns, beliefs, and experiences that influence how they see themselves and the world around them.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 30 years of experience, Coleen has dedicated her career to helping adults navigate life's challenges, transitions, and opportunities for personal growth. Known as "The Story Shifter," she works collaboratively with clients to uncover the patterns, beliefs, and experiences that influence how they see themselves and the world around them.
Addiction can affect anyone and will eventually impact all areas of life, but with support, healing is possible. I specialize in treating all addictive disorders, including substance, behavioral, gambling, relationship, co-occurring, gaming/internet, porn and sexual addictions. I work with clients seeking support in any stage of their addiction and mental health and also work with couples/families, including partners for betrayal trauma. I offer a collaborative and integrative approach to assist clients in meeting both therapeutic and life goals while supporting and empowering their efforts and ability to do so.
Addiction can affect anyone and will eventually impact all areas of life, but with support, healing is possible. I specialize in treating all addictive disorders, including substance, behavioral, gambling, relationship, co-occurring, gaming/internet, porn and sexual addictions. I work with clients seeking support in any stage of their addiction and mental health and also work with couples/families, including partners for betrayal trauma. I offer a collaborative and integrative approach to assist clients in meeting both therapeutic and life goals while supporting and empowering their efforts and ability to do so.
I am a seasoned professional. My core belief is, "It's not life that make us crazy. It's what we think about life that makes us crazy." I have spent my adult life counseling and teaching students and patients how to incorporate this truth into their lives. I am a trained Cognitive Therapist and an REBT practitioner. These are both sides of the same coin and relate well to the words of Philippians 4:8 "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report;...think on these things."
I am a seasoned professional. My core belief is, "It's not life that make us crazy. It's what we think about life that makes us crazy." I have spent my adult life counseling and teaching students and patients how to incorporate this truth into their lives. I am a trained Cognitive Therapist and an REBT practitioner. These are both sides of the same coin and relate well to the words of Philippians 4:8 "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report;...think on these things."
My mission statement is focused on assisting others to find their autonomy, self-actualization, and sense of empowerment in the midst of every day challenges.
My mission statement is focused on assisting others to find their autonomy, self-actualization, and sense of empowerment in the midst of every day challenges.
You want to feel free in your relationship.
I help partners remarry each other and feel free together.
My work is for people who are ready to take responsibility, face themselves honestly, and grow through their relationship. I am direct, playful, and relational. I do not just listen. I reflect what I see, challenge patterns, and teach practical skills that create real movement. I won’t save you, but I will help you grow. I am an LCSW in New Jersey with a PhD in Social Work and the author of Feel Free Together in Hebrew.
You want to feel free in your relationship.
I help partners remarry each other and feel free together.
My work is for people who are ready to take responsibility, face themselves honestly, and grow through their relationship. I am direct, playful, and relational. I do not just listen. I reflect what I see, challenge patterns, and teach practical skills that create real movement. I won’t save you, but I will help you grow. I am an LCSW in New Jersey with a PhD in Social Work and the author of Feel Free Together in Hebrew.
Starting therapy, whether it is your first time or not, can be scary and overwhelming. It is important to find the right therapist that makes you feel at ease, and most importantly, comfortable. I have over 15 years of experience in the field with a background in individual counseling. I have extensive experience in working with clients struggling with loss and grief, trauma, depression, anxiety and transitions of life. I incorporate several therapeutic approaches in my work that cater to the individual needs of my clients. I believe that feelings of empowerment promote self-growth and self-care.
Starting therapy, whether it is your first time or not, can be scary and overwhelming. It is important to find the right therapist that makes you feel at ease, and most importantly, comfortable. I have over 15 years of experience in the field with a background in individual counseling. I have extensive experience in working with clients struggling with loss and grief, trauma, depression, anxiety and transitions of life. I incorporate several therapeutic approaches in my work that cater to the individual needs of my clients. I believe that feelings of empowerment promote self-growth and self-care.
Nakia Toomer is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2009. Nakia can assist clients to identify areas of improvement, help facilitate positive changes that enable growth, provide education on healthy ways to manage stress, anxiety, depression, assist to increase knowledge about mental health, and increase coping skills for stressors.
Nakia Toomer is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2009. Nakia can assist clients to identify areas of improvement, help facilitate positive changes that enable growth, provide education on healthy ways to manage stress, anxiety, depression, assist to increase knowledge about mental health, and increase coping skills for stressors.
Are you or someone you care about struggling with anxiety or depression? You may feel like nothing you’ve tried has brought lasting improvement. Changes in personality, strained relationships, and a loss of interests can leave you feeling worried about the future. It’s hard to watch someone you love struggle, and seeking help can feel like a risky step. If this sounds like your situation, know that support is available. Take the first step toward healing—whether for yourself or someone you know—because things can get better.
Are you or someone you care about struggling with anxiety or depression? You may feel like nothing you’ve tried has brought lasting improvement. Changes in personality, strained relationships, and a loss of interests can leave you feeling worried about the future. It’s hard to watch someone you love struggle, and seeking help can feel like a risky step. If this sounds like your situation, know that support is available. Take the first step toward healing—whether for yourself or someone you know—because things can get better.
Finding the time for self-care can be difficult, but it is necessary for our overall well-being. The emotions from our daily struggles and obligations can be overwhelming without support. We believe you are capable of making meaningful changes in your life with the help of a professional . With over 10 years of experience working with adolescence and adults, I can provide a safe and supportive space for you to process your thoughts and feelings. I used a client centered approached to help each person reach their goals. At Emmanuel Counseling Center our goal is to support and encourage you to live your Life on Purpose.
Finding the time for self-care can be difficult, but it is necessary for our overall well-being. The emotions from our daily struggles and obligations can be overwhelming without support. We believe you are capable of making meaningful changes in your life with the help of a professional . With over 10 years of experience working with adolescence and adults, I can provide a safe and supportive space for you to process your thoughts and feelings. I used a client centered approached to help each person reach their goals. At Emmanuel Counseling Center our goal is to support and encourage you to live your Life on Purpose.
Hi, I'm Shonda R. Brooks, LPC, NCC, ACS, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) in NJ, a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), certified Prepare/Enrich Trainer and Facilitator, and am level 1 & 2 EMDR trained. Here at my private practice, we specialize in treating those with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem/worth concerns, spiritual issues, trauma, divorce, child custody and reunification, along with supporting adults, children, and families. Our clinicians are equipped to handle all of your needs and help you achieve the freedom and healing you have been looking for!
Hi, I'm Shonda R. Brooks, LPC, NCC, ACS, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) in NJ, a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), certified Prepare/Enrich Trainer and Facilitator, and am level 1 & 2 EMDR trained. Here at my private practice, we specialize in treating those with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem/worth concerns, spiritual issues, trauma, divorce, child custody and reunification, along with supporting adults, children, and families. Our clinicians are equipped to handle all of your needs and help you achieve the freedom and healing you have been looking for!
I’m Erin Swinney, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, families, and couples. My specialties include mood disorders, low self-esteem, trauma, fire-responder resilience, and addiction. My passion for this work is rooted in my commitment to instilling hope and building confidence in each individual I meet. I earned my Master of Science in Counseling and Clinical Health Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. My therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, etc.
I’m Erin Swinney, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, families, and couples. My specialties include mood disorders, low self-esteem, trauma, fire-responder resilience, and addiction. My passion for this work is rooted in my commitment to instilling hope and building confidence in each individual I meet. I earned my Master of Science in Counseling and Clinical Health Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. My therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, etc.
I have a strong desire to develop win-win solutions with my clients in troubled marriages, to save marriages that have been traumatized by marital infidelity, to teach my clients effective coping, stress, and anger management skills, to assist in helping parents work through reunification issues with their estranged and/or alienated child, and assist my clients who are going through divorce. Please consider me if you feel comfortable with a solution-focused approach. Also, I would enjoy speaking with you before setting up an appointment.
I have a strong desire to develop win-win solutions with my clients in troubled marriages, to save marriages that have been traumatized by marital infidelity, to teach my clients effective coping, stress, and anger management skills, to assist in helping parents work through reunification issues with their estranged and/or alienated child, and assist my clients who are going through divorce. Please consider me if you feel comfortable with a solution-focused approach. Also, I would enjoy speaking with you before setting up an appointment.
I provide a warm place for anyone who may be experiencing interpersonal stress, difficulties with depression, anxiety, difficulties with adjustment, facing a new distressing diagnosis, life changes, history of trauma, grief and loss. My approach is goal oriented, solution focused with instances of humor and possible tears.
My ideal patient is someone who is willing to walk the journey of recovery and discovery of their best selves.
I provide a warm place for anyone who may be experiencing interpersonal stress, difficulties with depression, anxiety, difficulties with adjustment, facing a new distressing diagnosis, life changes, history of trauma, grief and loss. My approach is goal oriented, solution focused with instances of humor and possible tears.
My ideal patient is someone who is willing to walk the journey of recovery and discovery of their best selves.
Hi, I’m Julie, and I believe that meaningful change doesn’t have to wait. Therapy can start now at Therapy Starts Now Counseling LLC! I work with kids, teens, and adults to manage stress, build coping skills, and find balance in everyday life. My approach is caring, collaborative, and tailored to your unique goals. Together, we’ll take the next step toward growth and healing.
Hi, I’m Julie, and I believe that meaningful change doesn’t have to wait. Therapy can start now at Therapy Starts Now Counseling LLC! I work with kids, teens, and adults to manage stress, build coping skills, and find balance in everyday life. My approach is caring, collaborative, and tailored to your unique goals. Together, we’ll take the next step toward growth and healing.
Marla Deibler, PsyD, ABPP, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Board-Certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology. She is the CEO of The Center for Emotional Health, where she leads a team dedicated to the evidence-based treatment of anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders across the lifespan, with locations in NJ, NY, and PA, and serving those across the US via telehealth.
Marla Deibler, PsyD, ABPP, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Board-Certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology. She is the CEO of The Center for Emotional Health, where she leads a team dedicated to the evidence-based treatment of anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders across the lifespan, with locations in NJ, NY, and PA, and serving those across the US via telehealth.
Looking for support that meets you exactly where you are? I'm Helena Gage, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience helping teens and adults navigate PTSD, anxiety, depression, and more. I use a personalized approach, drawing from CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapy to support your unique goals. Together, we’ll build a path that works for you.
Looking for support that meets you exactly where you are? I'm Helena Gage, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience helping teens and adults navigate PTSD, anxiety, depression, and more. I use a personalized approach, drawing from CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapy to support your unique goals. Together, we’ll build a path that works for you.
I am accepting new clients. Why you should call me; I am a sole proprietor, not a large facility. I will provide personal, direct service. I am the person who will answer the phone, check your insurance, resolve any issues and provide clinically sound interventions to help you meet your treatment goals.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process and I use a strengths-based perspective focused on resilience, recovery and healing. I am trained in several Trauma-Informed Interventions that can identify life events that have negatively impacted self-esteem, and negatively impact life functioning.
I am accepting new clients. Why you should call me; I am a sole proprietor, not a large facility. I will provide personal, direct service. I am the person who will answer the phone, check your insurance, resolve any issues and provide clinically sound interventions to help you meet your treatment goals.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process and I use a strengths-based perspective focused on resilience, recovery and healing. I am trained in several Trauma-Informed Interventions that can identify life events that have negatively impacted self-esteem, and negatively impact life functioning.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, or life transitions? Laura Klockner, LPC, offers compassionate, evidence-based support for adults navigating stress, low self-esteem, postpartum adjustment, and more. With 13+ years of experience, she blends CBT and Motivational Interviewing to help clients build coping skills, gain insight, and find balance. Laura creates a safe, collaborative space where you’re heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, or life transitions? Laura Klockner, LPC, offers compassionate, evidence-based support for adults navigating stress, low self-esteem, postpartum adjustment, and more. With 13+ years of experience, she blends CBT and Motivational Interviewing to help clients build coping skills, gain insight, and find balance. Laura creates a safe, collaborative space where you’re heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.
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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.