Geriatric Therapists in Portland, OR
Providing CSWA Clinical Supervision only -
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Oregon with over 10 years of experience in providing clinical supervision for CSWAs. My areas of focus include geriatrics, trauma-informed practices, behavioral health, and Palliative Care.
Providing CSWA Clinical Supervision only -
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Oregon with over 10 years of experience in providing clinical supervision for CSWAs. My areas of focus include geriatrics, trauma-informed practices, behavioral health, and Palliative Care.
I believe that you know you best. My role as a counselor is to walk alongside you as you become the next best version of you. In our work together you can expect a safe, nonjudgmental place to process your thoughts, feelings and past/present experiences; all of which have shaped you into the person you are today. We will discuss your goals, what changes you would like to see in yourself and in your life and collaborate on a plan to move you there. I will do my best to make you feel comfortable and heard, be an active listener, work in a bit of humor and provide a lot of support for you.
I believe that you know you best. My role as a counselor is to walk alongside you as you become the next best version of you. In our work together you can expect a safe, nonjudgmental place to process your thoughts, feelings and past/present experiences; all of which have shaped you into the person you are today. We will discuss your goals, what changes you would like to see in yourself and in your life and collaborate on a plan to move you there. I will do my best to make you feel comfortable and heard, be an active listener, work in a bit of humor and provide a lot of support for you.
I specialize in working with older adults, helping them with navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, isolation, and stress.
My style can be summarized as a gentle cheerleader. I offer warmth, encouragement, and space for honest reflection—with a little laughter along the way (who says therapy has to be so serious or scary all the time?). I tailor sessions to meet your needs and incorporate tangible tools you can start using right away.
I specialize in working with older adults, helping them with navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, isolation, and stress.
My style can be summarized as a gentle cheerleader. I offer warmth, encouragement, and space for honest reflection—with a little laughter along the way (who says therapy has to be so serious or scary all the time?). I tailor sessions to meet your needs and incorporate tangible tools you can start using right away.
Hello, and welcome to my profile. I believe you are more than the challenges or circumstances you may be facing. My role is to see and respect you as a whole person while helping you to find ways to move forward.
Throughout my career, I have supported people from many walks of life, cultures, and faith traditions. Because every person is different, I take a collaborative approach to therapy. We work together to understand what is happening in your life, what is successful, and where you would like to see change.
I especially enjoy those moments when something finally clicks for a client.
Hello, and welcome to my profile. I believe you are more than the challenges or circumstances you may be facing. My role is to see and respect you as a whole person while helping you to find ways to move forward.
Throughout my career, I have supported people from many walks of life, cultures, and faith traditions. Because every person is different, I take a collaborative approach to therapy. We work together to understand what is happening in your life, what is successful, and where you would like to see change.
I especially enjoy those moments when something finally clicks for a client.
I provide telehealth service to older adults in Oregon and Colorado.
I work exclusively with mature adults who are experiencing either chronic illness, social isolation, family care giving struggles, difficult life transitions, and socio-political anxiety.
The first step is a no-obligation consultation to see if we are a good fit. Let’s face it. We live in difficult times. There are no easy answers, and I won’t pretend to have them. I will commit to being there for you as you find the best path through your own personal challenges.
I provide telehealth service to older adults in Oregon and Colorado.
I work exclusively with mature adults who are experiencing either chronic illness, social isolation, family care giving struggles, difficult life transitions, and socio-political anxiety.
The first step is a no-obligation consultation to see if we are a good fit. Let’s face it. We live in difficult times. There are no easy answers, and I won’t pretend to have them. I will commit to being there for you as you find the best path through your own personal challenges.
My specialties are the following: Depression Anxiety and Panic Stress Management Caregiver Stress Caregivers for Alzheimer's and Dementia The Aging Process Managing Chronic Health Conditions Life Transition End of Life Decisions Substance Use and Addiction Grief/Loss Trauma PTSD Self Esteem ADD/ADHD Oppression LGBTQIA+ Emotional Regulation
My approach as a mental health counselor is to support you in a collaborative process to nurture the growth and change that aligns with your goals, values, strengths, and resilience. Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, loneliness, oppression, or addiction can stand in the way of healing from painful situations. My therapeutic style is one of respect, safety, and compassion. I incorporate many therapeutic modalities tailored to your needs to create the growth you would like to see.
My specialties are the following: Depression Anxiety and Panic Stress Management Caregiver Stress Caregivers for Alzheimer's and Dementia The Aging Process Managing Chronic Health Conditions Life Transition End of Life Decisions Substance Use and Addiction Grief/Loss Trauma PTSD Self Esteem ADD/ADHD Oppression LGBTQIA+ Emotional Regulation
My approach as a mental health counselor is to support you in a collaborative process to nurture the growth and change that aligns with your goals, values, strengths, and resilience. Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, loneliness, oppression, or addiction can stand in the way of healing from painful situations. My therapeutic style is one of respect, safety, and compassion. I incorporate many therapeutic modalities tailored to your needs to create the growth you would like to see.
I look to hold an affirmative space as I work with individuals, honoring each persons complex and diverse backgrounds, identities, and histories. I aim to foster spaces where everyone feels valued, supported and inspired to achieve their vision for life. I recognize that each individual identifies in their own unique way and I look forward to meeting you where you are. I hold an integrative approach to therapy which blends Mindfulness practices, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused modalities. I approach therapy from a social justice framework, anti-oppression, multi-cultural and strengths-based approach.
I look to hold an affirmative space as I work with individuals, honoring each persons complex and diverse backgrounds, identities, and histories. I aim to foster spaces where everyone feels valued, supported and inspired to achieve their vision for life. I recognize that each individual identifies in their own unique way and I look forward to meeting you where you are. I hold an integrative approach to therapy which blends Mindfulness practices, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused modalities. I approach therapy from a social justice framework, anti-oppression, multi-cultural and strengths-based approach.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns that don’t make sense, navigating a difficult transition, or questioning who you are and where your life is headed. Many people come to therapy wanting relief from emotional distress—but also hoping to understand themselves more deeply and build a life that feels meaningful and authentic. I work with adolescents and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, grief, identity development, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns that don’t make sense, navigating a difficult transition, or questioning who you are and where your life is headed. Many people come to therapy wanting relief from emotional distress—but also hoping to understand themselves more deeply and build a life that feels meaningful and authentic. I work with adolescents and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, grief, identity development, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm.
My clients often describe feeling stuck between worlds—between who they were and who they’re becoming. They long for a sense of grounding, meaning, or even just someone who gets it. I offer a space where we can explore those tender places together—with honesty, gentleness, and deep respect for the path you’ve walked.
Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a relationship shifting, a diagnosis, a major transition, or simply the quiet weight of change—you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, disconnected or unsure of how to move forward.
My clients often describe feeling stuck between worlds—between who they were and who they’re becoming. They long for a sense of grounding, meaning, or even just someone who gets it. I offer a space where we can explore those tender places together—with honesty, gentleness, and deep respect for the path you’ve walked.
Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a relationship shifting, a diagnosis, a major transition, or simply the quiet weight of change—you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, disconnected or unsure of how to move forward.
I have passion for working with older adults and have a lot of experience working with individuals living with progressive diseases and family caregivers.
I am committed to walking alongside clients while offering perspective and curiosity, and aim to help them find a greater sense of ease within themselves and with others. I am Level 2 trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and also draw from other valuable modalities such as Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Nonviolent Communication.
I have passion for working with older adults and have a lot of experience working with individuals living with progressive diseases and family caregivers.
I am committed to walking alongside clients while offering perspective and curiosity, and aim to help them find a greater sense of ease within themselves and with others. I am Level 2 trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and also draw from other valuable modalities such as Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Nonviolent Communication.
Many of the people I work with are caring for aging parents or loved ones while also balancing personal wellbeing, and everyday responsibilities. I specialize in helping people learn how to care for themselves alongside caring for others. Together, we focus on creating moments of relief, restoring a sense of steadiness, and building simple, sustainable practices that help reduce overwhelm and support overall wellbeing.
Many of the people I work with are caring for aging parents or loved ones while also balancing personal wellbeing, and everyday responsibilities. I specialize in helping people learn how to care for themselves alongside caring for others. Together, we focus on creating moments of relief, restoring a sense of steadiness, and building simple, sustainable practices that help reduce overwhelm and support overall wellbeing.
I provide individual therapy to adults (18+), and I am particularly attuned to the needs of older adults and caregivers.
Having both personal and professional experiences with grief, caregiving, and complex family dynamics, I am particularly attuned to clients facing those challenges, no matter their role. Grief can show up in all sorts of ways from a death of a loved one, a loss of a job, a relationship breakup, family estrangement, or a change in one's health. Our complex feelings around grief and loss can manifest as anxiety, despair, and anger, as well as feeling disconnected from one's community and one's self. My hope is to provide a path to explore these feelings, and find some relief during difficult life transitions.
I provide individual therapy to adults (18+), and I am particularly attuned to the needs of older adults and caregivers.
Having both personal and professional experiences with grief, caregiving, and complex family dynamics, I am particularly attuned to clients facing those challenges, no matter their role. Grief can show up in all sorts of ways from a death of a loved one, a loss of a job, a relationship breakup, family estrangement, or a change in one's health. Our complex feelings around grief and loss can manifest as anxiety, despair, and anger, as well as feeling disconnected from one's community and one's self. My hope is to provide a path to explore these feelings, and find some relief during difficult life transitions.
My diverse experience and willingness to go the extra mile help me stand out as a provider. In between sessions, I work tirelessly to research the most effective methods of providing clinical counseling to all types of mental illnesses, with an emphasis on depression and anxiety. Through my experience in the field, I have assisted vulnerable individuals and families in the most challenging of circumstances. By navigating near impossible situations, I have developed resiliency and problem-solving skills that are rare to the field of mental health.
My diverse experience and willingness to go the extra mile help me stand out as a provider. In between sessions, I work tirelessly to research the most effective methods of providing clinical counseling to all types of mental illnesses, with an emphasis on depression and anxiety. Through my experience in the field, I have assisted vulnerable individuals and families in the most challenging of circumstances. By navigating near impossible situations, I have developed resiliency and problem-solving skills that are rare to the field of mental health.
It takes courage to reach out for support. With warmth, kindness, and respect, I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported, so you can reconnect with your strengths, resilience, and inner wisdom.
Originally from Japan, I deeply value cross-cultural understanding and the richness that comes from each person’s unique story and background. I bring years of experience in both community and healthcare settings, with a primary background in hospice and palliative care supporting individuals through life’s most vulnerable moments with empathy and presence.
It takes courage to reach out for support. With warmth, kindness, and respect, I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported, so you can reconnect with your strengths, resilience, and inner wisdom.
Originally from Japan, I deeply value cross-cultural understanding and the richness that comes from each person’s unique story and background. I bring years of experience in both community and healthcare settings, with a primary background in hospice and palliative care supporting individuals through life’s most vulnerable moments with empathy and presence.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or life transitions? As an adult or senior in Oregon and Washington, you deserve a supportive space to heal. My trauma-informed approach combines ACT, CBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help you navigate challenges. Together, we'll uncover your strengths, develop personalized strategies, and empower your journey to wellness. You have the power to create positive change, and I'm here to guide you.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or life transitions? As an adult or senior in Oregon and Washington, you deserve a supportive space to heal. My trauma-informed approach combines ACT, CBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help you navigate challenges. Together, we'll uncover your strengths, develop personalized strategies, and empower your journey to wellness. You have the power to create positive change, and I'm here to guide you.
I enjoy working with older adults and professionals who are coping with life transitions, grief and loss, relationships, career, or retirement.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. An unexpected event can suddenly throw everything off balance, or many smaller stresses can build up until it seems impossible to cope with them. These places can feel especially demoralizing if they challenge your self-efficacy--your ability to cope with problems on your own. You are not alone. At times, everyone needs help navigating through life's passages. I believe we all have the capacity to find a deeper, more meaningful life. I can work with you to help you regain your footing to continue your journey stronger than you were before.
I enjoy working with older adults and professionals who are coping with life transitions, grief and loss, relationships, career, or retirement.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. An unexpected event can suddenly throw everything off balance, or many smaller stresses can build up until it seems impossible to cope with them. These places can feel especially demoralizing if they challenge your self-efficacy--your ability to cope with problems on your own. You are not alone. At times, everyone needs help navigating through life's passages. I believe we all have the capacity to find a deeper, more meaningful life. I can work with you to help you regain your footing to continue your journey stronger than you were before.
Great to meet you!
I have been in private practice since 2018. I work with clients in pursuit of their goals. I have worked in acute psychiatric care facilities, community mental health, and with a hospital psychiatric unit. I bring that experience to my practice. I am a licensed professional counselor in Oregon, with a master's degree in mental health counseling and a B.S. in psychology.
Great to meet you!
I have been in private practice since 2018. I work with clients in pursuit of their goals. I have worked in acute psychiatric care facilities, community mental health, and with a hospital psychiatric unit. I bring that experience to my practice. I am a licensed professional counselor in Oregon, with a master's degree in mental health counseling and a B.S. in psychology.
I welcome and affirm clients of all races, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, abilities, ethnicities, and socioeconomic backgrounds. My approach is compassionate, supportive, client-centered, and strength-based. Together, we will identify tools and set goals that support your wellness and healing. I collaborate with clients to recognize and shift destructive patterns, with the aim of helping you feel more grounded and move toward greater self-acceptance. Depending on your needs, I can provide short-term, solution-focused therapy or more in-depth, exploratory work.
I welcome and affirm clients of all races, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, abilities, ethnicities, and socioeconomic backgrounds. My approach is compassionate, supportive, client-centered, and strength-based. Together, we will identify tools and set goals that support your wellness and healing. I collaborate with clients to recognize and shift destructive patterns, with the aim of helping you feel more grounded and move toward greater self-acceptance. Depending on your needs, I can provide short-term, solution-focused therapy or more in-depth, exploratory work.
If you're feeling stuck, challenged, repeating patterns that no longer serve you and do not know how to live your best life, let's work through these burdens. If you're not sure of your goals or what is preventing you from moving forward that is a fine place to start or continue on your path to change and healing. Life can present us with many surprises including anxiety, personal, cultural and ancestral trauma, depression, aging, illness, grief and loss. These are all human and change and healing is possible. My online therapy sessions are confidential and inviting.
If you're feeling stuck, challenged, repeating patterns that no longer serve you and do not know how to live your best life, let's work through these burdens. If you're not sure of your goals or what is preventing you from moving forward that is a fine place to start or continue on your path to change and healing. Life can present us with many surprises including anxiety, personal, cultural and ancestral trauma, depression, aging, illness, grief and loss. These are all human and change and healing is possible. My online therapy sessions are confidential and inviting.
I work with people who are coping with transitions in all stages of life. These are times when we feel vulnerable. We may need extra support and a safe place to explore what is happening and how we are responding. Negative experiences and traumas from the past may be reawakened and our self worth is challenged. I am experienced working with clients of diverse backgrounds, ages and customs with a range of concerns from relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, perinatal & parenting issues and trauma. I am passionate about this work and what can be accomplished in a collaborative, non-judgmental, respectful and intentional alliance.
I work with people who are coping with transitions in all stages of life. These are times when we feel vulnerable. We may need extra support and a safe place to explore what is happening and how we are responding. Negative experiences and traumas from the past may be reawakened and our self worth is challenged. I am experienced working with clients of diverse backgrounds, ages and customs with a range of concerns from relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, perinatal & parenting issues and trauma. I am passionate about this work and what can be accomplished in a collaborative, non-judgmental, respectful and intentional alliance.
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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.