Geriatric Therapists in Elmhurst, NY
My clinical specialty is Maternal Mental Health and the Geriatric populations.
Feeling overwhelmed? Are you having trouble understanding why you feel sad, depressed, or anxious? Feeling isolated? Feeling as though others don’t understand what you are experiencing. Or are you having difficulty communicating in your relationships and you're not sure where to turn? Life may seem difficult to manage and cope with mental health concerns. There are times when you feel better but the uncomfortable feelings always seem to return. Please contact me so that we can discuss how therapy can assist you to living your best life so that you can consistently feel in control of your emotions, feelings, behavior and mood state.
My clinical specialty is Maternal Mental Health and the Geriatric populations.
Feeling overwhelmed? Are you having trouble understanding why you feel sad, depressed, or anxious? Feeling isolated? Feeling as though others don’t understand what you are experiencing. Or are you having difficulty communicating in your relationships and you're not sure where to turn? Life may seem difficult to manage and cope with mental health concerns. There are times when you feel better but the uncomfortable feelings always seem to return. Please contact me so that we can discuss how therapy can assist you to living your best life so that you can consistently feel in control of your emotions, feelings, behavior and mood state.
Many clients come to me because they're experiencing burnout, anxiety, depression, and the lingering effects of trauma, especially those shaped by cultural expectations or family dynamics. You might be carrying pain from a parentified childhood or struggling with emotions that have been long suppressed. In our work together, we’ll identify and gently explore those internalized wounds so you can feel more connected, grounded, and whole. Therapy with me is warm and respectful. I’ll meet you where you are, listen closely, and offer support that aligns with your values and identity.
Many clients come to me because they're experiencing burnout, anxiety, depression, and the lingering effects of trauma, especially those shaped by cultural expectations or family dynamics. You might be carrying pain from a parentified childhood or struggling with emotions that have been long suppressed. In our work together, we’ll identify and gently explore those internalized wounds so you can feel more connected, grounded, and whole. Therapy with me is warm and respectful. I’ll meet you where you are, listen closely, and offer support that aligns with your values and identity.
Feeling disconnected or not understood by a significant other or loved one? Are you experiencing frequent arguing, miscommunication, or finding it increasingly hard to be “on the same page"? Whether you are feeling stuck in a years-long familial, romantic, or business relationship, or you want to do some preventive work in your newly found connection—you have found the right therapist. I am a native Spanish and English-speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience helping adults build healthier, more fulfilling relationships with themselves, their partners, and family members.
Feeling disconnected or not understood by a significant other or loved one? Are you experiencing frequent arguing, miscommunication, or finding it increasingly hard to be “on the same page"? Whether you are feeling stuck in a years-long familial, romantic, or business relationship, or you want to do some preventive work in your newly found connection—you have found the right therapist. I am a native Spanish and English-speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience helping adults build healthier, more fulfilling relationships with themselves, their partners, and family members.
I work with individuals who are facing challenges that may feel overwhelming, frustrating, or difficult to manage alone. Whether they are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, grief, or the impact of past experiences, I strive to create a supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings, gain insight, and move toward meaningful change.
I work with individuals who are facing challenges that may feel overwhelming, frustrating, or difficult to manage alone. Whether they are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, grief, or the impact of past experiences, I strive to create a supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings, gain insight, and move toward meaningful change.
Hi there! Welcome. My name is Dr. Richards and I have over 16 years of expert training and experience in the field of Education, Counseling & Psychology. I thoroughly enjoy providing mental health services to individuals and their families in need of treatment.
Even when you’re feeling hopeless, stressed, or overwhelmed, those moments don’t last forever—they’re part of a season, not your whole story. With the right support, you can move through them. My goal is to help you gain clarity and direction so you can reach your full potential and reconnect with your purpose.
Hi there! Welcome. My name is Dr. Richards and I have over 16 years of expert training and experience in the field of Education, Counseling & Psychology. I thoroughly enjoy providing mental health services to individuals and their families in need of treatment.
Even when you’re feeling hopeless, stressed, or overwhelmed, those moments don’t last forever—they’re part of a season, not your whole story. With the right support, you can move through them. My goal is to help you gain clarity and direction so you can reach your full potential and reconnect with your purpose.
Immigration evaluations & cases are difficult, confusing & emotional circumstances to experience. All cases are different & the emotional trauma experienced due to undergoing the evaluation process can be debilitating.
Immigration evaluations & cases are difficult, confusing & emotional circumstances to experience. All cases are different & the emotional trauma experienced due to undergoing the evaluation process can be debilitating.
We are a private psychotherapy practice in Corona, Queens. We have extensive experience successfully assessing, counseling and supporting varying client populations in multiple settings, We have multiple bilingual specialized professionals for your service and care. We specialize in all types of psychological disorders, ADHD, ADD, ODD, Depression, Anxiety to name a few. We provide parenting classes, marriage counseling, psychotherapy for adolescents, group family therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, play therapy for children, students with academic and behavioral problems, response prevention and more.
We are a private psychotherapy practice in Corona, Queens. We have extensive experience successfully assessing, counseling and supporting varying client populations in multiple settings, We have multiple bilingual specialized professionals for your service and care. We specialize in all types of psychological disorders, ADHD, ADD, ODD, Depression, Anxiety to name a few. We provide parenting classes, marriage counseling, psychotherapy for adolescents, group family therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, play therapy for children, students with academic and behavioral problems, response prevention and more.
I am a clinical social worker licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Kentucky with many years of experience in individual therapy with adults. In my practice as a therapist, I serve clients with presenting issues of depression, anxiety, ADHD, communication and relationship issues. In my years of practice, I’ve realized that every client is unique, every person has a story, and everyone has different aspirations and interests.
I am a clinical social worker licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Kentucky with many years of experience in individual therapy with adults. In my practice as a therapist, I serve clients with presenting issues of depression, anxiety, ADHD, communication and relationship issues. In my years of practice, I’ve realized that every client is unique, every person has a story, and everyone has different aspirations and interests.
LET'S TALK. Ever since psychotherapy (the talking cure) was conceived over 100 years ago it has grown and evolved. But one thing remains constant: talking with someone about the things that bother you, in a safe and empathic environment is curative. It is the first step to changing the way you think, feel and act. In more than 20 years of practice, I have studied and mastered various techniques of psychotherapy (cognitive behavioral, relational, psychodynamic) and will utilize these in our work together.
LET'S TALK. Ever since psychotherapy (the talking cure) was conceived over 100 years ago it has grown and evolved. But one thing remains constant: talking with someone about the things that bother you, in a safe and empathic environment is curative. It is the first step to changing the way you think, feel and act. In more than 20 years of practice, I have studied and mastered various techniques of psychotherapy (cognitive behavioral, relational, psychodynamic) and will utilize these in our work together.
Hello y hola! You are in the right place, because honoring your well-being begins with a safe space to have honest conversations. I've worked with the New York community ( All Ages) for 14+ years helping to enhance personal, academic and professional growth. I specialize in wellness therapies, communication and skills training. My passion is helping those who feel weighed down by life transitions, cultural & current event conflicts. Regarding substance use, we will expand on rigid abstinence goals & through a new modern compassionate harm reduction lense explore functionality, coping responses to ACES & current life stressors.
Hello y hola! You are in the right place, because honoring your well-being begins with a safe space to have honest conversations. I've worked with the New York community ( All Ages) for 14+ years helping to enhance personal, academic and professional growth. I specialize in wellness therapies, communication and skills training. My passion is helping those who feel weighed down by life transitions, cultural & current event conflicts. Regarding substance use, we will expand on rigid abstinence goals & through a new modern compassionate harm reduction lense explore functionality, coping responses to ACES & current life stressors.
Taking the initial step towards mental health self-care & counseling is a courageous act. We sometimes neglect our emotional & mental well-being, which happens to be the foundation of our physical self. With over six years of experience in narrative psychology and a client-centered approach, my initial goal is to make you comfortable to share your story from the minute you step into my office.
Taking the initial step towards mental health self-care & counseling is a courageous act. We sometimes neglect our emotional & mental well-being, which happens to be the foundation of our physical self. With over six years of experience in narrative psychology and a client-centered approach, my initial goal is to make you comfortable to share your story from the minute you step into my office.
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Do you deal with anxiety, depression, relationship issues or difficulties at work or at school? Do past traumas interfere with your daily life? Do you have substance abuse issues including alcohol, drugs, or eating disorders? Would you like to feel better than you currently feel? Part of the reason why people feel this way is that they are having trouble finding their authentic self.
If you would like to move towards healing and growth to create a path that aligns with your values and aspirations, I can help you.
Do you deal with anxiety, depression, relationship issues or difficulties at work or at school? Do past traumas interfere with your daily life? Do you have substance abuse issues including alcohol, drugs, or eating disorders? Would you like to feel better than you currently feel? Part of the reason why people feel this way is that they are having trouble finding their authentic self.
If you would like to move towards healing and growth to create a path that aligns with your values and aspirations, I can help you.
I love working with you if you are open to honest conversations! You are someone striving to go further in the world, but sometimes you feel confused and unsure about what is good about yourself, what can be changed, and why you are suffering. You may identify as Asian, an international student, LGBTQ+, or someone navigating the challenges of OPT, H1-B, and the green card journey. That is tough and stressful! I can personally and professionally relate to everything above, and I am here to help you.
I love working with you if you are open to honest conversations! You are someone striving to go further in the world, but sometimes you feel confused and unsure about what is good about yourself, what can be changed, and why you are suffering. You may identify as Asian, an international student, LGBTQ+, or someone navigating the challenges of OPT, H1-B, and the green card journey. That is tough and stressful! I can personally and professionally relate to everything above, and I am here to help you.
Nancy Amer-Lake is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the mental health and geriatric fields of practice.
Nancy focuses on helping aging individuals and their families gain a comprehensive understanding and awareness of community resources and care planning options. She prides herself on empowering her clients to age gracefully and to recognize their strengths.
Nancy Amer-Lake is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the mental health and geriatric fields of practice.
Nancy focuses on helping aging individuals and their families gain a comprehensive understanding and awareness of community resources and care planning options. She prides herself on empowering her clients to age gracefully and to recognize their strengths.
Brain health training through the Amen Clinic has broadened specializations in geriatric mental health and neuropsychological/ADHD testing.
I use an integrative, whole-person framework, looking at the biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of your life to understand what's driving your struggles and build a clear path forward. Depending on your needs, I draw from CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and Strength-Based approaches.
Brain health training through the Amen Clinic has broadened specializations in geriatric mental health and neuropsychological/ADHD testing.
I use an integrative, whole-person framework, looking at the biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of your life to understand what's driving your struggles and build a clear path forward. Depending on your needs, I draw from CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and Strength-Based approaches.
I am a specialist in Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and persistent and chronic mental illness, I am a psychoanalyst with a long and varied experience in LGBTQ issues, aging, disabiIities, depression and anxiety. I have worked with many people in creative fields and particularly enjoy helping those who are blocked find their voice.
I am a specialist in Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and persistent and chronic mental illness, I am a psychoanalyst with a long and varied experience in LGBTQ issues, aging, disabiIities, depression and anxiety. I have worked with many people in creative fields and particularly enjoy helping those who are blocked find their voice.
I am a licensed psychologist (NYS 025287) with training at Zucker Hillside Hospital and Lenox Hill Hospital working with both adults and older adults in inpatient and outpatient settings.
Life transitions - from getting married, a new job, having children, or retirement - present us with new and unique challenges that we have to navigate. Oftentimes the challenges presented by these life transitions are informed by our experiences in navigating previous major life transitions. My approach to psychotherapy is to examine not only the current challenges but also any previous obstacles that we have faced in order to determine what interpersonal, internal, and skills-based needs may be getting in the way of successfully navigating the current situation.
I am a licensed psychologist (NYS 025287) with training at Zucker Hillside Hospital and Lenox Hill Hospital working with both adults and older adults in inpatient and outpatient settings.
Life transitions - from getting married, a new job, having children, or retirement - present us with new and unique challenges that we have to navigate. Oftentimes the challenges presented by these life transitions are informed by our experiences in navigating previous major life transitions. My approach to psychotherapy is to examine not only the current challenges but also any previous obstacles that we have faced in order to determine what interpersonal, internal, and skills-based needs may be getting in the way of successfully navigating the current situation.
I believe healing begins when individuals feel safe, supported, and genuinely heard. As an MSW Intern, I am committed to creating a warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space where clients can explore their experiences, build self-awareness, and develop the tools needed to navigate life's challenges with confidence.
I believe healing begins when individuals feel safe, supported, and genuinely heard. As an MSW Intern, I am committed to creating a warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space where clients can explore their experiences, build self-awareness, and develop the tools needed to navigate life's challenges with confidence.
I specialize in trauma-informed care for adults in NYC and Cape Cod, MA struggling with life transitions, parenting, loss, and self-esteem:
Adults ages 50-70+ who are taking care of their aging parents, lacking sibling support, or who are experiencing complicated grief.
Parents in their 50’s and 60’s who are aching as "empty nesters," acknowledging the very real need to re-examine and re-connect.
Parents ages 35-50 who are dealing with the stress of raising teenagers, applying to high school and college.
Young adults, post college - early 30’s who feel overwhelmed by the work environment in this economy.
I specialize in trauma-informed care for adults in NYC and Cape Cod, MA struggling with life transitions, parenting, loss, and self-esteem:
Adults ages 50-70+ who are taking care of their aging parents, lacking sibling support, or who are experiencing complicated grief.
Parents in their 50’s and 60’s who are aching as "empty nesters," acknowledging the very real need to re-examine and re-connect.
Parents ages 35-50 who are dealing with the stress of raising teenagers, applying to high school and college.
Young adults, post college - early 30’s who feel overwhelmed by the work environment in this economy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma or self-doubt and you're tired of carrying the emotional pain alone? Are you watching your child lost in a storm of emotions and you're not sure how to reach them? You are not alone. Together we will work towards a deeper understanding of attachment experiences, traumatic impressions and underlying motivations that contribute to and maintain behaviors and feelings.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma or self-doubt and you're tired of carrying the emotional pain alone? Are you watching your child lost in a storm of emotions and you're not sure how to reach them? You are not alone. Together we will work towards a deeper understanding of attachment experiences, traumatic impressions and underlying motivations that contribute to and maintain behaviors and feelings.
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FAQ - About Geriatric Therapy
What can a geriatric psychologist help with?
Geriatric therapists specialize in the cognitive and neurological challenges that often accompany aging, including dementia, memory loss, and age-related cognitive decline. They also address the psychological conditions that frequently co-occur with these issues, such as depression, anxiety, and grief. Geriatric therapists and psychologists are trained to assess cognitive functioning, identify symptoms that may warrant further evaluation, and conduct or refer for formal neurological assessment when needed. In many cases, geriatric therapists also work closely with medical doctors to manage a client's overall health, and they may support caregivers and family members navigating the demands of caring for an aging loved one.
Why might someone seek a geriatric psychologist?
Someone might seek a geriatric therapist when they or a loved one begins experiencing cognitive or neurological changes and is unsure whether those changes are a normal part of aging or something that requires clinical attention. A geriatric therapist can help connect families with appropriate next steps. They are also commonly sought following a new diagnosis, when clients and families are working to understand what that diagnosis means practically and emotionally, and what to expect as a condition progresses. When seeking a therapist, it can be helpful to consider whether a clinician with a stronger psychotherapy focus or one with more of a social work orientation, who can help connect clients with assisted living or medical resources, would be the better fit.
What type of therapy might a geriatric therapists specialize in?
Geriatric therapist often combine psychotherapy with psychoeducation, helping clients and their families understand cognitive and neurological conditions and what to expect as they progress. For clients experiencing anxiety or depression alongside cognitive decline, therapists may draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based approaches. For clients with dementia specifically, therapists may be trained in specialized modalities such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), which is designed to preserve cognitive functioning.
Can geriatric psychologists help people who suffer from dementia?
Yes, and this is a core area of geriatric psychology. Therapists specializing in dementia can work directly with clients on memory loss and cognitive functioning, while also addressing conditions that commonly co-occur, such as depression and anxiety. They can provide caregivers with objective assessments of a client's functioning and disease progression, and are typically well-versed in community resources available to dementia patients and their families.