Therapists for Seniors in Brookhaven, NY
Getting to the root of your pain: learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events, takes a mindfulness that I will help you develop. I have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Trauma, and more. My approach is to work with my client’s strengths; help them develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works for them in obtaining their goals. I also have associates through my group Serenity Psychotherapy LLC to provide the best match for you.
Getting to the root of your pain: learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events, takes a mindfulness that I will help you develop. I have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Trauma, and more. My approach is to work with my client’s strengths; help them develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works for them in obtaining their goals. I also have associates through my group Serenity Psychotherapy LLC to provide the best match for you.
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a deep commitment to supporting individuals on their mental health journeys. With a primary focus in mental health care, I integrate Motivational Interviewing into my therapy sessions to help clients build insight, strengthen motivation, and make meaningful changes in their lives.
My holistic approach blends clinical expertise with systems-level awareness to ensure clients receive comprehensive, thoughtful support.
I am passionate about creating a safe, collaborative space where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped to thrive.
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a deep commitment to supporting individuals on their mental health journeys. With a primary focus in mental health care, I integrate Motivational Interviewing into my therapy sessions to help clients build insight, strengthen motivation, and make meaningful changes in their lives.
My holistic approach blends clinical expertise with systems-level awareness to ensure clients receive comprehensive, thoughtful support.
I am passionate about creating a safe, collaborative space where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped to thrive.
I'm especially drawn to supporting young adults and women navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, motherhood, and the everyday stress of balancing life's many responsibilities. I take a holistic approach to therapy, recognizing that emotional well-being is shaped by many parts of life, including experiences, relationships, and daily demands. I see therapy as a space to slow down, better understand what you’re going through, and begin finding ways forward that feel supportive and realistic. You do not have to have everything figured out to start. This can simply be a place to talk, process, and feel heard.
I'm especially drawn to supporting young adults and women navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, motherhood, and the everyday stress of balancing life's many responsibilities. I take a holistic approach to therapy, recognizing that emotional well-being is shaped by many parts of life, including experiences, relationships, and daily demands. I see therapy as a space to slow down, better understand what you’re going through, and begin finding ways forward that feel supportive and realistic. You do not have to have everything figured out to start. This can simply be a place to talk, process, and feel heard.
We are a team of dedicated, licensed therapists specializing in anxiety, stress-related issues, and trauma for teenagers and adults. Our approach is warm, interactive, and deeply rooted in evidence-based practices to support your healing and growth.
What We Offer: Virtual Therapy for individuals, couples, and families. Specialized trauma modalities: EMDR, Brainspotting, Psychedelic Integration, Somatic Experiencing, Mindfulness, and Neuroscience-informed therapy. Concrete tools and takeaways to empower lasting change. Bilingual therapists fluent in Spanish and Russian. Case Consultation for therapists seeking expert guidance.
We are a team of dedicated, licensed therapists specializing in anxiety, stress-related issues, and trauma for teenagers and adults. Our approach is warm, interactive, and deeply rooted in evidence-based practices to support your healing and growth.
What We Offer: Virtual Therapy for individuals, couples, and families. Specialized trauma modalities: EMDR, Brainspotting, Psychedelic Integration, Somatic Experiencing, Mindfulness, and Neuroscience-informed therapy. Concrete tools and takeaways to empower lasting change. Bilingual therapists fluent in Spanish and Russian. Case Consultation for therapists seeking expert guidance.
After years of working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and specializing in trauma informed therapy I see trauma as the root cause most common mental health struggles such as anxiety and depression. These are responses to ongoing overwhelm, nervous system dysregulation, and unresolved emotions about what happened. I often work with people who have learned to people please, overextend, mask emotions, and put off self-care as a way to survive in a dysfunctional environment.
After years of working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and specializing in trauma informed therapy I see trauma as the root cause most common mental health struggles such as anxiety and depression. These are responses to ongoing overwhelm, nervous system dysregulation, and unresolved emotions about what happened. I often work with people who have learned to people please, overextend, mask emotions, and put off self-care as a way to survive in a dysfunctional environment.
I welcome all clients who feel ready to grow and improve their lives or need some support in challenging times. We are all deserving of kindness and empathy to ease life stressors and challenges.
I welcome all clients who feel ready to grow and improve their lives or need some support in challenging times. We are all deserving of kindness and empathy to ease life stressors and challenges.
I specialize in working with young adults through seniors (24 years & older) who are experiencing anxiety, health issues, stress, trauma and aging-related issues.
Everyone has a story and therapy should reflect that. It can be hard to know where to start. You may feel overwhelmed or question whether your issues are worth talking about. You may not know how you got here or which way to go, but together we can find a way to get you back on track or discover a new narrative. To me, it is important that you never feel judged, no matter how your feelings may feel to you. My goal is to create a compassionate environment that inspires hope. A place where you can feel heard, understood and welcomed.
I specialize in working with young adults through seniors (24 years & older) who are experiencing anxiety, health issues, stress, trauma and aging-related issues.
Everyone has a story and therapy should reflect that. It can be hard to know where to start. You may feel overwhelmed or question whether your issues are worth talking about. You may not know how you got here or which way to go, but together we can find a way to get you back on track or discover a new narrative. To me, it is important that you never feel judged, no matter how your feelings may feel to you. My goal is to create a compassionate environment that inspires hope. A place where you can feel heard, understood and welcomed.
Life can feel overwhelming, and navigating change often seems impossible. As a psychotherapist with over 35 years of experience, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space—your "Temenos"—where you can feel supported, gain confidence, and develop effective coping strategies.
Life can feel overwhelming, and navigating change often seems impossible. As a psychotherapist with over 35 years of experience, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space—your "Temenos"—where you can feel supported, gain confidence, and develop effective coping strategies.
Dr. Stephanie Columbia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, EdD, BCBA, LBA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Isn't it time you "felt better?" It's time to focus on yourse! Life creates growth opportunities, but that is stressfu. Whether you are graduating, changing jobs, retiring, change in marital status or children, stress and anxiety are sure to surface. Using a unique blend of clinical social work expertise and behavioral analysis, I help address the diverse needs of all clients, including children and adults. Some child-centered areas I can assist with are IEP creation, behavior modification, and working with your school district to get the services your child Cognitive Behavioral approaches work best with adults and children.
Isn't it time you "felt better?" It's time to focus on yourse! Life creates growth opportunities, but that is stressfu. Whether you are graduating, changing jobs, retiring, change in marital status or children, stress and anxiety are sure to surface. Using a unique blend of clinical social work expertise and behavioral analysis, I help address the diverse needs of all clients, including children and adults. Some child-centered areas I can assist with are IEP creation, behavior modification, and working with your school district to get the services your child Cognitive Behavioral approaches work best with adults and children.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist who works with individuals and couples to help them heal trauma, find purpose, and live more joyful existences. I assist my clients in identifying patterns of stress, imbalance, and self-defeating behaviors to create positive, lasting change. I believe that people can change, wounds can heal, relationships can be healthy, and that pain, trauma, and negative experience should not dictate the limits of one's happiness or expectations of self. Together we can ask questions and seek answers, address barriers and nurture strengths on your path towards self-actualization.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist who works with individuals and couples to help them heal trauma, find purpose, and live more joyful existences. I assist my clients in identifying patterns of stress, imbalance, and self-defeating behaviors to create positive, lasting change. I believe that people can change, wounds can heal, relationships can be healthy, and that pain, trauma, and negative experience should not dictate the limits of one's happiness or expectations of self. Together we can ask questions and seek answers, address barriers and nurture strengths on your path towards self-actualization.
Therapy offers a safe space for curiosity & discovery, to explore how thoughts, emotions and past experiences influence how you act and feel today. Blending CBT, emotion focused, and other evidence-based practices, together, we create a collaborative change process that helps improve how you navigate life's ups & downs. As an integrative therapist w/over 13 yrs. of prof. experience, I take pride in fostering a supportive, nonjudgmental space for you to improve relational patterns between you & you and with others, feel feelings and normalize the healing process ...
all while being human.
Therapy offers a safe space for curiosity & discovery, to explore how thoughts, emotions and past experiences influence how you act and feel today. Blending CBT, emotion focused, and other evidence-based practices, together, we create a collaborative change process that helps improve how you navigate life's ups & downs. As an integrative therapist w/over 13 yrs. of prof. experience, I take pride in fostering a supportive, nonjudgmental space for you to improve relational patterns between you & you and with others, feel feelings and normalize the healing process ...
all while being human.
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Meredith Dooley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York who has been practicing since 2003. She has a BA from University of South Carolina and an MSW from Adelphi University. Meredith believes in utilizing active listening with her clients to show them that she is always paying attention to them. She also believes that “not one size fits all” in treatment and clients should be given the opportunity to express themselves through different outlets whether it be art, music, or creative writing. In her spare time, Meredith enjoys concerts, movies, any type of live entertainment/music, reading, and going to the gym.
Meredith Dooley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York who has been practicing since 2003. She has a BA from University of South Carolina and an MSW from Adelphi University. Meredith believes in utilizing active listening with her clients to show them that she is always paying attention to them. She also believes that “not one size fits all” in treatment and clients should be given the opportunity to express themselves through different outlets whether it be art, music, or creative writing. In her spare time, Meredith enjoys concerts, movies, any type of live entertainment/music, reading, and going to the gym.
Rachel Silberman is a dedicated Mental Health Counselor who prioritizes an empathetic and client-centered approach to therapy. She is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can develop skills and work towards personal goals. Rachel’s practice reflects her genuine belief in the importance of understanding each individual’s unique needs, fostering a space where they feel comfortable exploring their challenges.
Rachel Silberman is a dedicated Mental Health Counselor who prioritizes an empathetic and client-centered approach to therapy. She is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can develop skills and work towards personal goals. Rachel’s practice reflects her genuine belief in the importance of understanding each individual’s unique needs, fostering a space where they feel comfortable exploring their challenges.
Choosing therapy is a brave step toward change. I provide a safe, supportive space where you can share openly and focus on your goals. My approach is flexible and tailored to your needs—whether you’re seeking relief from stress, healing from the past, or clarity for your next chapter. Through telehealth, you can connect from the place where you feel most secure. You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone.
Choosing therapy is a brave step toward change. I provide a safe, supportive space where you can share openly and focus on your goals. My approach is flexible and tailored to your needs—whether you’re seeking relief from stress, healing from the past, or clarity for your next chapter. Through telehealth, you can connect from the place where you feel most secure. You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone.
She specializes in Life Adjustment/Transitions including: Young Adult College/Work, Career Change/ Retirement, Perinatal/Parenting, Adult Children/Parent Relationships, Divorce/Separation, Grief/Loss and Issues of Aging.
With a passion for communication, Ruth brings a unique perspective to counseling. She has dual certifications as a licensed clinical social worker and speech-language therapist. Blending both to help her clients use their voice to find more purpose, connection and joy in life! Ruth genuinely believes that good communication is the key to positive relationships and change. She has been privileged to witness healing through self-discovery and nurturance time and again.
She specializes in Life Adjustment/Transitions including: Young Adult College/Work, Career Change/ Retirement, Perinatal/Parenting, Adult Children/Parent Relationships, Divorce/Separation, Grief/Loss and Issues of Aging.
With a passion for communication, Ruth brings a unique perspective to counseling. She has dual certifications as a licensed clinical social worker and speech-language therapist. Blending both to help her clients use their voice to find more purpose, connection and joy in life! Ruth genuinely believes that good communication is the key to positive relationships and change. She has been privileged to witness healing through self-discovery and nurturance time and again.
There is hope and help. Entering therapy is a courageous act and first step towards a more fulfilling life. You will feel safe, supported and never judged, in a confidential environment, as we work together to achieve your goals. I can help you to gain a better understanding of yourself, increase self esteem, decrease anxiety and depression, cope with life's transitions, find direction, heal from a loss or trauma, gain recovery from an addiction, become a more effective parent and or partner or to gain positive coping skills.
There is hope and help. Entering therapy is a courageous act and first step towards a more fulfilling life. You will feel safe, supported and never judged, in a confidential environment, as we work together to achieve your goals. I can help you to gain a better understanding of yourself, increase self esteem, decrease anxiety and depression, cope with life's transitions, find direction, heal from a loss or trauma, gain recovery from an addiction, become a more effective parent and or partner or to gain positive coping skills.
Things don't have to keep being this hard. Sometimes you're just too close to your own life to see what's actually possible, and that's where I can help. I work with clients 12 and up who are hurting, frustrated, maybe losing hope, and open to trying a new approach. I have experience with anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, OCD, trauma, immigration stress, gender identity, chronic illness, and more. My goal is for you to leave each session feeling a little less alone, a little less burdened, and with a growing sense of what's possible.
Things don't have to keep being this hard. Sometimes you're just too close to your own life to see what's actually possible, and that's where I can help. I work with clients 12 and up who are hurting, frustrated, maybe losing hope, and open to trying a new approach. I have experience with anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, OCD, trauma, immigration stress, gender identity, chronic illness, and more. My goal is for you to leave each session feeling a little less alone, a little less burdened, and with a growing sense of what's possible.
Meagan has experience working with individuals navigating mental health challenges, substance use, grief/loss, and life transitions. Meagan’s style is collaborative, down-to-earth, and flexible. She draws from a variety of therapeutic approaches to discover the best approach for each unique individual.
Meagan has experience working with individuals navigating mental health challenges, substance use, grief/loss, and life transitions. Meagan’s style is collaborative, down-to-earth, and flexible. She draws from a variety of therapeutic approaches to discover the best approach for each unique individual.
I am committed to fostering a safe and nonjudgmental space where people can explore their inner worlds and cultivate personal growth. My approach is rooted in the principles of unconditional positive regard, client-centered therapy, humanistic psychology, and cultural sensitivity, and I specialize in trauma. I believe in respecting and honoring each person's unique journey and experiences. Working with me you can expect to receive empathetic support and empowerment which will help you tap into your strengths and inner wisdom.
I am committed to fostering a safe and nonjudgmental space where people can explore their inner worlds and cultivate personal growth. My approach is rooted in the principles of unconditional positive regard, client-centered therapy, humanistic psychology, and cultural sensitivity, and I specialize in trauma. I believe in respecting and honoring each person's unique journey and experiences. Working with me you can expect to receive empathetic support and empowerment which will help you tap into your strengths and inner wisdom.
Staci Leavitt Mind & Body Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RD, LCSW, PsyD, Coaches, Staff
1 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747
We treat all ages(children - elderly), individuals, couples, & families, group sessions.
We are a mental health, therapy, eating disorder and nutrition center. We handle all therapy & nutrition needs with the upmost amount of love, care and compassion. Having a mixed staff of Psychotherapists, Registered Dietitians & Coaches, we are able to treat a whole person, not just mind or body. Each patient is is viewed as an individual, allowing us to focus on THEIR personal needs/wishes. Our goal is to meet the patient where they are at and together help them understand their struggles and bring them to a happier & healthier place mentally & physically. Our passion is to provide the most safe/comfortable environment
We treat all ages(children - elderly), individuals, couples, & families, group sessions.
We are a mental health, therapy, eating disorder and nutrition center. We handle all therapy & nutrition needs with the upmost amount of love, care and compassion. Having a mixed staff of Psychotherapists, Registered Dietitians & Coaches, we are able to treat a whole person, not just mind or body. Each patient is is viewed as an individual, allowing us to focus on THEIR personal needs/wishes. Our goal is to meet the patient where they are at and together help them understand their struggles and bring them to a happier & healthier place mentally & physically. Our passion is to provide the most safe/comfortable environment
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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.