Therapists for Seniors in Ellicottville, NY
We are living in particularly stressful times. I am able to help people cope and enjoy their life no matter the current circumstances. I am skilled with addiction problems and how they impact the individual and their family members. I work to offer a person centered approach that allows the client to direct their own therapy and make improvements in their lives when and where they choose.
We are living in particularly stressful times. I am able to help people cope and enjoy their life no matter the current circumstances. I am skilled with addiction problems and how they impact the individual and their family members. I work to offer a person centered approach that allows the client to direct their own therapy and make improvements in their lives when and where they choose.
Hello and Welcome! My name is Laura Widger, owner of Inner Peace and Strength in Ellicottville, NY. I am humbled and honored to have you click and browse my profile! With my therapeutic lens, specialty, and expertise being trauma healing, the name of my private practice was created with intention. My personal drive, motivation, and mission is to provide a safe and healing environment where clients can heal from the hardships, pain, and traumas of the past. I truly believe inner peace and strength is obtainable and can be a way of living. My job is to help, assist, and support the healing process and journey of trauma recovery.
Hello and Welcome! My name is Laura Widger, owner of Inner Peace and Strength in Ellicottville, NY. I am humbled and honored to have you click and browse my profile! With my therapeutic lens, specialty, and expertise being trauma healing, the name of my private practice was created with intention. My personal drive, motivation, and mission is to provide a safe and healing environment where clients can heal from the hardships, pain, and traumas of the past. I truly believe inner peace and strength is obtainable and can be a way of living. My job is to help, assist, and support the healing process and journey of trauma recovery.
Finding the right therapist can be challenging. My goal is to make individuals comfortable with the therapeutic process through a holistic and trauma-informed approach. Specializing in Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), I help clients release beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that block growth and healing. Together, we may work on navigating life transitions, managing stress, and addressing past trauma. I support those dealing with grief and loss, chronic and terminal illness, and caregiver stress as we journey to hope and healing.
Finding the right therapist can be challenging. My goal is to make individuals comfortable with the therapeutic process through a holistic and trauma-informed approach. Specializing in Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), I help clients release beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that block growth and healing. Together, we may work on navigating life transitions, managing stress, and addressing past trauma. I support those dealing with grief and loss, chronic and terminal illness, and caregiver stress as we journey to hope and healing.
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The most integral aspect of counseling is coming from a person centered, peer and trauma informed focus that is collaborative, culturally sensitive, affirming and competent, meaning, providing you with the autonomy and agency to decide what coping skills, care, and approach is best suited for you. Working as a team is imperative in order for each session to feel like a conversation and not something purely clinical. Providing you with resources you need and desire, along with actively listening, being empathic, and present, creates the ideal atmosphere for healing. It is my honor and privilege to be of assistance to you.
The most integral aspect of counseling is coming from a person centered, peer and trauma informed focus that is collaborative, culturally sensitive, affirming and competent, meaning, providing you with the autonomy and agency to decide what coping skills, care, and approach is best suited for you. Working as a team is imperative in order for each session to feel like a conversation and not something purely clinical. Providing you with resources you need and desire, along with actively listening, being empathic, and present, creates the ideal atmosphere for healing. It is my honor and privilege to be of assistance to you.
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here!
As a passionate and dedicated psychotherapist licensed in New York and Pennsylvania, I have spent over 27 years guiding individuals and couples through their unique journeys toward healing and self-discovery. With a Ph.D. in Human Services specializing in counseling studies and human behavior, I’m here to help you navigate life’s challenges with compassion and understanding.
Who I Work With
I primarily focus on adults aged 18 and older, and I’m particularly attuned to those facing difficulties like ADHD, anxiety, panic, depression, addictions, and other life stressors.
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here!
As a passionate and dedicated psychotherapist licensed in New York and Pennsylvania, I have spent over 27 years guiding individuals and couples through their unique journeys toward healing and self-discovery. With a Ph.D. in Human Services specializing in counseling studies and human behavior, I’m here to help you navigate life’s challenges with compassion and understanding.
Who I Work With
I primarily focus on adults aged 18 and older, and I’m particularly attuned to those facing difficulties like ADHD, anxiety, panic, depression, addictions, and other life stressors.
I have been working in the field for over 25 years. I have enjoyed helping people from all walks of life and age groups. I am a good listener and have lots of helpful information to assist people with reaching their goals and making self-improvements. It is important to build comfort and trust with your therapist. I would like to touch base with you and make sure we are a good fit. Some people need to explore issues and some need to skill build. Wherever you are at is where we will start.
I have been working in the field for over 25 years. I have enjoyed helping people from all walks of life and age groups. I am a good listener and have lots of helpful information to assist people with reaching their goals and making self-improvements. It is important to build comfort and trust with your therapist. I would like to touch base with you and make sure we are a good fit. Some people need to explore issues and some need to skill build. Wherever you are at is where we will start.
Do you find yourself feeling “stuck”? Repeating the same mistakes over and over again, especially when it comes to your relationships with other people? Unfortunately, when childhood traumas go unresolved, we often find ourselves repeating the patterns of our childhood in our adult relationships with friends, co-workers and significant others. Unresolved trauma effects not just our thoughts and feelings about ourselves, but also how we respond to others.
Do you find yourself feeling “stuck”? Repeating the same mistakes over and over again, especially when it comes to your relationships with other people? Unfortunately, when childhood traumas go unresolved, we often find ourselves repeating the patterns of our childhood in our adult relationships with friends, co-workers and significant others. Unresolved trauma effects not just our thoughts and feelings about ourselves, but also how we respond to others.
Making the decision to come to therapy is a difficult & courageous one. We understand this & make every effort to create safety while challenging our clients to create the life they want. We specializing in treating couples who are struggling with communication challenges, sexual concerns, sexual dysfunction, parenting, recovering from affairs (emotional & physical). We have therapists who specialize in kink, nonmonogamy, sexual addiction, eating disorders, and healing from trauma/grief. We know how chaotic people's lives are, so we have availabity seven days a week & have evening hours. We look forward to helping you.
Making the decision to come to therapy is a difficult & courageous one. We understand this & make every effort to create safety while challenging our clients to create the life they want. We specializing in treating couples who are struggling with communication challenges, sexual concerns, sexual dysfunction, parenting, recovering from affairs (emotional & physical). We have therapists who specialize in kink, nonmonogamy, sexual addiction, eating disorders, and healing from trauma/grief. We know how chaotic people's lives are, so we have availabity seven days a week & have evening hours. We look forward to helping you.
My ideal client is an individual who is trying to cope more efficiently with having a chronic illness . They are looking for useful coping strategies to manage the multiple changes produced by long-term medical conditions.
My ideal client is an individual who is trying to cope more efficiently with having a chronic illness . They are looking for useful coping strategies to manage the multiple changes produced by long-term medical conditions.
Congratulations! You are taking the first steps to improve yourself and have a better life by visiting this website and looking through profiles. Often times people think of themselves as week if they find themselves asking for help. I consider it sign of strength. I believe in providing a practical and interactive experience for my clients in a sensitive, supportive, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment. I strive to work with my clients to have a sense of hope for the future. I believe in helping people reach their goals as quickly as possible so they can move on and be the best they can be.
Congratulations! You are taking the first steps to improve yourself and have a better life by visiting this website and looking through profiles. Often times people think of themselves as week if they find themselves asking for help. I consider it sign of strength. I believe in providing a practical and interactive experience for my clients in a sensitive, supportive, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment. I strive to work with my clients to have a sense of hope for the future. I believe in helping people reach their goals as quickly as possible so they can move on and be the best they can be.
As a former elementary and special education teacher, my primary focus is on working with children beginning with Pre-K through high school/college; in addition, I also work with adults of all ages. Most of the clients I see have issues related to trauma, including anxiety/depression and distress intolerance.
As a former elementary and special education teacher, my primary focus is on working with children beginning with Pre-K through high school/college; in addition, I also work with adults of all ages. Most of the clients I see have issues related to trauma, including anxiety/depression and distress intolerance.
I’m a New York–licensed therapist providing telehealth therapy to adults across New York State. I help people who feel overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or emotionally exhausted — especially those who are high-functioning on the outside but struggling internally. Therapy can be a space where you finally slow down, feel understood, and begin to make meaningful changes. Many of the people I work with are professionals, caregivers, and parents who are used to putting others first.
I’m a New York–licensed therapist providing telehealth therapy to adults across New York State. I help people who feel overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or emotionally exhausted — especially those who are high-functioning on the outside but struggling internally. Therapy can be a space where you finally slow down, feel understood, and begin to make meaningful changes. Many of the people I work with are professionals, caregivers, and parents who are used to putting others first.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or struggling in your marriage, family, or personal life? You don’t have to face it alone. At Christian Counseling Associates (CCA), we provide faith-based counseling that integrates Biblical principles with proven clinical therapy to help you find healing and renewed strength. Our expert Christian counselors serve individuals, couples, and families through in-person and online therapy. With over 80 locations and growing, we offer professional counseling near you tailored to your needs. Contact us today for a free consultation, and let a trusted Christian counselor guide you forward.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or struggling in your marriage, family, or personal life? You don’t have to face it alone. At Christian Counseling Associates (CCA), we provide faith-based counseling that integrates Biblical principles with proven clinical therapy to help you find healing and renewed strength. Our expert Christian counselors serve individuals, couples, and families through in-person and online therapy. With over 80 locations and growing, we offer professional counseling near you tailored to your needs. Contact us today for a free consultation, and let a trusted Christian counselor guide you forward.
Are you ready for change, but not sure where to start? I often work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and self-doubt—often feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected while wanting something more.
In our work together, there’s no pressure to “fix” you. Therapy is a space to better understand yourself, build on your strengths, and move toward a more aligned self.
I use a collaborative, evidence-based approach to help you build insight, regulate emotions, and develop practical skills for lasting change.
Are you ready for change, but not sure where to start? I often work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and self-doubt—often feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected while wanting something more.
In our work together, there’s no pressure to “fix” you. Therapy is a space to better understand yourself, build on your strengths, and move toward a more aligned self.
I use a collaborative, evidence-based approach to help you build insight, regulate emotions, and develop practical skills for lasting change.
You can see your patterns clearly, but that hasn't made them easier to change. Slowing down doesn't feel safe. Hard things haven't scared you, but a relationship, a quiet moment, or a “boring” Tuesday sometimes does.
I specialize in complex trauma, identity, and nervous system-informed therapy. The people I tend to work with look fine from the outside. Better than fine, often. High-functioning, competent, holding a lot together. And completely exhausted by the distance between who they are in a room full of people and what's actually going on underneath that. Often that includes veterans, first responders, and career professionals.
You can see your patterns clearly, but that hasn't made them easier to change. Slowing down doesn't feel safe. Hard things haven't scared you, but a relationship, a quiet moment, or a “boring” Tuesday sometimes does.
I specialize in complex trauma, identity, and nervous system-informed therapy. The people I tend to work with look fine from the outside. Better than fine, often. High-functioning, competent, holding a lot together. And completely exhausted by the distance between who they are in a room full of people and what's actually going on underneath that. Often that includes veterans, first responders, and career professionals.
I am someone who is fortunate enough to love my job! It is very rewarding to watch my clients grow as they work through anxious thoughts, depressed moods, traumatic memories, relationship challenges and complicated childhood experiences. If you think I might be the right fit for you and you are ready to take that next step, It would be my privilege to help you to figure out a plan in creating positive change in your life. We will work together to sort through your thoughts and behaviors, while learning positive coping strategies for symptom management.
I am someone who is fortunate enough to love my job! It is very rewarding to watch my clients grow as they work through anxious thoughts, depressed moods, traumatic memories, relationship challenges and complicated childhood experiences. If you think I might be the right fit for you and you are ready to take that next step, It would be my privilege to help you to figure out a plan in creating positive change in your life. We will work together to sort through your thoughts and behaviors, while learning positive coping strategies for symptom management.
Taking new clients for telehealth and in office. With a focus on mental health and disabilities, I have supported individuals with autism, traumatic brain injury, anger issues, trauma background, borderline personality disorder, anxiety/depression and self-esteem issues. My approach is individual to each person, depending on what you want/need from your sessions. Clients can expect a confidential, non-judgmental and safe environment to work through challenges.
Taking new clients for telehealth and in office. With a focus on mental health and disabilities, I have supported individuals with autism, traumatic brain injury, anger issues, trauma background, borderline personality disorder, anxiety/depression and self-esteem issues. My approach is individual to each person, depending on what you want/need from your sessions. Clients can expect a confidential, non-judgmental and safe environment to work through challenges.
Hello and welcome. I’m Beth, a licensed clinical social worker. I believe that life can be overwhelming, and we may need extra support at times to navigate it. My goal is to provide a supportive and safe place for people to work toward personal goals and improve their overall wellbeing. My approach is person-centered and strength based so your goals and strengths are highlighted in our work together. I strive to help individuals feel safe to explore the difficulties they may be experiencing regarding issues such as anxiety, depression, and coping skills.
Hello and welcome. I’m Beth, a licensed clinical social worker. I believe that life can be overwhelming, and we may need extra support at times to navigate it. My goal is to provide a supportive and safe place for people to work toward personal goals and improve their overall wellbeing. My approach is person-centered and strength based so your goals and strengths are highlighted in our work together. I strive to help individuals feel safe to explore the difficulties they may be experiencing regarding issues such as anxiety, depression, and coping skills.
Mary W Beiter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
At any age, for any reason, we can stuck in situations beyond our control. Through a warm, accepting and goal-oriented process, I can help you on your journey towards more acceptance of life's situations and of finding your unique solutions.
At any age, for any reason, we can stuck in situations beyond our control. Through a warm, accepting and goal-oriented process, I can help you on your journey towards more acceptance of life's situations and of finding your unique solutions.
I have been working as a counselor since 2001. I have worked many years in the addiction field. I am also well versed in treatment of mental health concerns. My passion is to help those that are struggling in their lives and help them to live more happy and fulfilled lives. I would be happy to help you find a balanced and positive life.
I have been working as a counselor since 2001. I have worked many years in the addiction field. I am also well versed in treatment of mental health concerns. My passion is to help those that are struggling in their lives and help them to live more happy and fulfilled lives. I would be happy to help you find a balanced and positive life.
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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.