Therapists for Seniors in Skiatook, OK
What do you call it in your life, obstacles, crisis, problems, trauma we all have struggles. We are not designed to take on life alone. We need and get through the difficult times with support. Are you feeling empty or heavy from the load life has given you? Are you in exhaustive contemplation of life's transitions? Do you experience excessive worry or sadness, uncertainty and fatigue? What if you had guidance, someone to illuminate the next step along the path to recovering who you are, the capacity to be resilient and restoring your capabilities to encounter and defeat future obstacles.
What do you call it in your life, obstacles, crisis, problems, trauma we all have struggles. We are not designed to take on life alone. We need and get through the difficult times with support. Are you feeling empty or heavy from the load life has given you? Are you in exhaustive contemplation of life's transitions? Do you experience excessive worry or sadness, uncertainty and fatigue? What if you had guidance, someone to illuminate the next step along the path to recovering who you are, the capacity to be resilient and restoring your capabilities to encounter and defeat future obstacles.
Do you feel like life is overwhelming and you have no one to talk to? Do you feel as if you are not worthy of others time to ask for help? Or is it as if you have forgotten how to take care of yourself or never even knew how to begin with?
Do you feel like life is overwhelming and you have no one to talk to? Do you feel as if you are not worthy of others time to ask for help? Or is it as if you have forgotten how to take care of yourself or never even knew how to begin with?
Harmony Dunning
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR, RPT, NCC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I’m so happy you are here and grateful for the opportunity to walk beside you on your journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and EMDR Certified. My goal will always be to encourage and help affirm your strengths, to meet you where your needs are, and to support you during whatever life has thrown at you. If you are struggling with PTSD, anxiety, depression, or other emotional disturbances caused by abuse, trauma, or a severe accident, EMDR can help you unlock your ability to heal—and empower—yourself!
Welcome! I’m so happy you are here and grateful for the opportunity to walk beside you on your journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and EMDR Certified. My goal will always be to encourage and help affirm your strengths, to meet you where your needs are, and to support you during whatever life has thrown at you. If you are struggling with PTSD, anxiety, depression, or other emotional disturbances caused by abuse, trauma, or a severe accident, EMDR can help you unlock your ability to heal—and empower—yourself!
I want to support healing in a therapeutic environment. If you are searching for a therapist that wants to help you in your journey of finding hope and freedom from your internal conflict, I am your therapist.
I want to support healing in a therapeutic environment. If you are searching for a therapist that wants to help you in your journey of finding hope and freedom from your internal conflict, I am your therapist.
Welcome! Are you struggling with panic, anxiety, depression, or past trauma caused by an abusive childhood or adult relationships? Are you caught up in the cycle of using alcohol/drugs, food, pornography or sex to cope with those painful feelings? Reaching out for help may be very scary. Congratulations on taking your first step! I am a licensed professional counselor with experience and extensive training to help clients heal from these issues.
Welcome! Are you struggling with panic, anxiety, depression, or past trauma caused by an abusive childhood or adult relationships? Are you caught up in the cycle of using alcohol/drugs, food, pornography or sex to cope with those painful feelings? Reaching out for help may be very scary. Congratulations on taking your first step! I am a licensed professional counselor with experience and extensive training to help clients heal from these issues.
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Change can be challenging, but having someone offer compassion and encouragement can make a world of difference. If you're open to sharing more about what you're experiencing or working through, I'm here to listen and support you. People need to be healed and not fixed. I offer telehealth appointments only/evenings during the week and Saturday mornings.
Change can be challenging, but having someone offer compassion and encouragement can make a world of difference. If you're open to sharing more about what you're experiencing or working through, I'm here to listen and support you. People need to be healed and not fixed. I offer telehealth appointments only/evenings during the week and Saturday mornings.
Healing happens in relationship — when you feel seen, safe, and supported. My role is to create that space with you. Together, we’ll explore how your past experiences and relationships have shaped the way you see yourself and connect with others.
Healing is a return — to your body, your belonging, and the quiet knowing that you are enough.
Healing happens in relationship — when you feel seen, safe, and supported. My role is to create that space with you. Together, we’ll explore how your past experiences and relationships have shaped the way you see yourself and connect with others.
Healing is a return — to your body, your belonging, and the quiet knowing that you are enough.
Do your thoughts keep you up at night? Do you feel like your relationship is going in circles? Are you unsure how to navigate a challenging season of life? You are not alone. I’m passionate about supporting adolescents and adults as they navigate the everyday challenges life can bring. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, struggling with self-esteem, searching for a sense of purpose, or facing personal or relational conflicts, I’m here to walk alongside you. I also work with couples who want to strengthen their connection and improve communication, helping them build healthier and more fulfilling relationships.
Do your thoughts keep you up at night? Do you feel like your relationship is going in circles? Are you unsure how to navigate a challenging season of life? You are not alone. I’m passionate about supporting adolescents and adults as they navigate the everyday challenges life can bring. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, struggling with self-esteem, searching for a sense of purpose, or facing personal or relational conflicts, I’m here to walk alongside you. I also work with couples who want to strengthen their connection and improve communication, helping them build healthier and more fulfilling relationships.
Holding a lot inside? Need a space where you can finally exhale and not be alone with your thoughts? I'm here to listen, support you, and walk alongside you through whatever you are facing. Let me help you get unstuck, feel less overwhelmed, and understood. You don't have to figure it all out on your own. Whether you are a parent seeking guidance for your child, a teen, or an adult, dealing with things like anxiety, depression, past hurts, fear, or even big life changes, together, we'll take the time to sort through what's coming up for you and find a way forward-at a pace that feels right for you.
Holding a lot inside? Need a space where you can finally exhale and not be alone with your thoughts? I'm here to listen, support you, and walk alongside you through whatever you are facing. Let me help you get unstuck, feel less overwhelmed, and understood. You don't have to figure it all out on your own. Whether you are a parent seeking guidance for your child, a teen, or an adult, dealing with things like anxiety, depression, past hurts, fear, or even big life changes, together, we'll take the time to sort through what's coming up for you and find a way forward-at a pace that feels right for you.
You have worked hard to build a life that looks stable, capable, and successful. But success does not protect you from anxiety, burnout, relationship strain, cultural pressure, or the exhaustion of always being the strong one. You may be but inside you feel stretched thin, over-responsible, and tired of holding everything together As a BIPOC professional, you may be carrying pressure from work, family, culture, and relationships that most people around you do not fully see. Therapy can where you learn to recognize and change individual and relationship patterns that are not working for you.
You have worked hard to build a life that looks stable, capable, and successful. But success does not protect you from anxiety, burnout, relationship strain, cultural pressure, or the exhaustion of always being the strong one. You may be but inside you feel stretched thin, over-responsible, and tired of holding everything together As a BIPOC professional, you may be carrying pressure from work, family, culture, and relationships that most people around you do not fully see. Therapy can where you learn to recognize and change individual and relationship patterns that are not working for you.
Hi! My name is Alisha, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Oklahoma with 14 years of experience. I have worked with clients to navigate a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, oppositional defiance, parenting, family issues and trauma. My passion is to assist individuals and families to restore and rebuild balance.
Hi! My name is Alisha, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Oklahoma with 14 years of experience. I have worked with clients to navigate a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, oppositional defiance, parenting, family issues and trauma. My passion is to assist individuals and families to restore and rebuild balance.
I have over 24 years of experience as a Psychotherapist and Life Coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, parenting issues, conflict resolution, communication, career challenges, adoption/foster care, and military members/veterans. I have also worked with individuals who have experienced trauma from sexual abuse/rape/sex trafficking , physical trauma, neglect and emotional abuse.
I have over 24 years of experience as a Psychotherapist and Life Coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, parenting issues, conflict resolution, communication, career challenges, adoption/foster care, and military members/veterans. I have also worked with individuals who have experienced trauma from sexual abuse/rape/sex trafficking , physical trauma, neglect and emotional abuse.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Master of Divinity (MDiv) graduate, I specialize in guiding individuals through the deeply personal and often painful journey of life. With compassion, clinical insight, and spiritual sensitivity, I help clients explore and navigate their doubts, reconnect with their sense of purpose, and rediscover a meaningful relationship with self, others, and their spiritual connection.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Master of Divinity (MDiv) graduate, I specialize in guiding individuals through the deeply personal and often painful journey of life. With compassion, clinical insight, and spiritual sensitivity, I help clients explore and navigate their doubts, reconnect with their sense of purpose, and rediscover a meaningful relationship with self, others, and their spiritual connection.
Dr. Yemi Adeyiga is a licensed health service psychologist with extensive training and experience in psychological assessment and mental health treatment across a variety of clinical, forensic, and rehabilitative settings. He earned his Doctorate in Psychology from Oklahoma State University, where he developed a strong foundation in evidence-based assessment and intervention, with particular emphasis on health service psychology.
Over the course of his career, Dr. Yemi has received specialized training in inpatient psychiatric care, forensic psychology, correctional mental health, and psychosocial rehabilitation.
Dr. Yemi Adeyiga is a licensed health service psychologist with extensive training and experience in psychological assessment and mental health treatment across a variety of clinical, forensic, and rehabilitative settings. He earned his Doctorate in Psychology from Oklahoma State University, where he developed a strong foundation in evidence-based assessment and intervention, with particular emphasis on health service psychology.
Over the course of his career, Dr. Yemi has received specialized training in inpatient psychiatric care, forensic psychology, correctional mental health, and psychosocial rehabilitation.
Taking the first steps for counseling can seem overwhelming. Sometimes life can be bombarded with anxiety, stressors, depression, or life transitions. It could be marriage difficulties or communication or infidelity traumas that need to be addressed. Or perhaps feeling disconnected from yourself and others due to PTSD. Perhaps it is a teenager wanting to stop self-harming and learn better ways to regulate feelings. Trauma and attachment issues can show up in many ways. Working through difficulties can bring hope empowerment connectedness and a sense of freedom in personal social spiritual areas of one's life.
Taking the first steps for counseling can seem overwhelming. Sometimes life can be bombarded with anxiety, stressors, depression, or life transitions. It could be marriage difficulties or communication or infidelity traumas that need to be addressed. Or perhaps feeling disconnected from yourself and others due to PTSD. Perhaps it is a teenager wanting to stop self-harming and learn better ways to regulate feelings. Trauma and attachment issues can show up in many ways. Working through difficulties can bring hope empowerment connectedness and a sense of freedom in personal social spiritual areas of one's life.
Welcome ladies...All you who are weary, tired, confused or overwhelmed... Life is so messy and chaotic as a young teen, young adult, career professional, new mom, middle-aged empty nester or senior adult. I know the demands of life and expectations of who we need to be can be overwhelming... Come sit with me and take a deep breath and let's find sanctuary and peace together.
Welcome ladies...All you who are weary, tired, confused or overwhelmed... Life is so messy and chaotic as a young teen, young adult, career professional, new mom, middle-aged empty nester or senior adult. I know the demands of life and expectations of who we need to be can be overwhelming... Come sit with me and take a deep breath and let's find sanctuary and peace together.
My approach is open-minded, curious, and grounded in real conversation, with room for humor when it fits. I primarily use talk therapy, CBT, and TF-CBT to support clients in understanding their experiences and building practical tools for change.
My approach is open-minded, curious, and grounded in real conversation, with room for humor when it fits. I primarily use talk therapy, CBT, and TF-CBT to support clients in understanding their experiences and building practical tools for change.
Reaching out for support for you or your loved one takes courage. With one of the hardest steps behind you, I am pleased you have found my private practice. My goal is to provide support, offer a different perspective, and arm you with the tools to manage life's challenges more effectively. I look forward to continuing this journey together.
Reaching out for support for you or your loved one takes courage. With one of the hardest steps behind you, I am pleased you have found my private practice. My goal is to provide support, offer a different perspective, and arm you with the tools to manage life's challenges more effectively. I look forward to continuing this journey together.
I’ve been an LPC and art therapist for awhile now but I’ve been an artist most of my life. Being able to blend art and therapy has been personally and professionally rewarding. We can talk through your emotional struggles. But for clients interested in exploring a nonverbal means of expression through the art process, art therapy can be the shift that is needed for change and healing. My work with clients includes help with anxiety, depression, greif/loss, relationships, stress, trauma and more. I work with clients to help them process their life challenges and discover solutions.
I’ve been an LPC and art therapist for awhile now but I’ve been an artist most of my life. Being able to blend art and therapy has been personally and professionally rewarding. We can talk through your emotional struggles. But for clients interested in exploring a nonverbal means of expression through the art process, art therapy can be the shift that is needed for change and healing. My work with clients includes help with anxiety, depression, greif/loss, relationships, stress, trauma and more. I work with clients to help them process their life challenges and discover solutions.
Healthy Living Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, CFRC, TF-CBT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I believe each person experiences life and trauma in different ways. I know how trauma can change someone along with grief and it comes in waves at times and I know it firsthand as I lost my dad and aunt during the pandemic. I practice using CBT. I love working with teens and also couples. I am skilled in working with individuals/couples on attachment issues. I am trained in working with first responders and I specialize in narcissistic abuse recovery as well as parent/child relationships. If you get my voicemail, leave a message and I will return your call within 24 hours.
I believe each person experiences life and trauma in different ways. I know how trauma can change someone along with grief and it comes in waves at times and I know it firsthand as I lost my dad and aunt during the pandemic. I practice using CBT. I love working with teens and also couples. I am skilled in working with individuals/couples on attachment issues. I am trained in working with first responders and I specialize in narcissistic abuse recovery as well as parent/child relationships. If you get my voicemail, leave a message and I will return your call within 24 hours.
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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.