Therapists for Seniors in Harrison City, PA
Many of the men I work with are successful on the outside but privately overwhelmed. They’re disciplined, intelligent, and used to pushing through—yet something in their system isn’t resetting the way it used to. They feel stuck, disconnected, or caught in patterns that no longer match the life they’re trying to build. They want more than symptom relief; they want meaningful, lasting change that helps them feel steady, present, and in control again.
Many of the men I work with are successful on the outside but privately overwhelmed. They’re disciplined, intelligent, and used to pushing through—yet something in their system isn’t resetting the way it used to. They feel stuck, disconnected, or caught in patterns that no longer match the life they’re trying to build. They want more than symptom relief; they want meaningful, lasting change that helps them feel steady, present, and in control again.
Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Licensed Professional Counselor
Harrison City, PA 15636
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
An ideal client for me is someone who is interested in doing a deep analysis of themselves because I believe that looking to the past allows clients to uncover hidden meanings or patterns that they can use to breakdown faulty beliefs, align with core values, find purpose, and heal.
My approach works best for adults and teens who are navigating: trauma/PTSD, grief/loss, major life transitions, neurodivergence (ADHD/autism, late diagnosed, chronic masking, etc.), no/low contact family situations, identity exploration, anxiety, OCD, and personality issues.
An ideal client for me is someone who is interested in doing a deep analysis of themselves because I believe that looking to the past allows clients to uncover hidden meanings or patterns that they can use to breakdown faulty beliefs, align with core values, find purpose, and heal.
My approach works best for adults and teens who are navigating: trauma/PTSD, grief/loss, major life transitions, neurodivergence (ADHD/autism, late diagnosed, chronic masking, etc.), no/low contact family situations, identity exploration, anxiety, OCD, and personality issues.
Do you feel stuck in your journey, or are you struggling with psychological issues that won't seem to give you a break? Are you looking for someone who has also experienced these things and would like to help not just with those issues, but your identity, meaning, purpose, development, and transformation? If so, you've found the right person!
Do you feel stuck in your journey, or are you struggling with psychological issues that won't seem to give you a break? Are you looking for someone who has also experienced these things and would like to help not just with those issues, but your identity, meaning, purpose, development, and transformation? If so, you've found the right person!
Tiffany’s experience includes working as an addiction’s counselor, a caseworker, a TSS, and also includes work as a group care counselor in an adolescent group home all ranging between the years of 2010 to present. Tiffany has experience working with a variety of mental health needs including depression, anxiety, and grief. She is available for individual counseling with adults, teens, and children ages 12 and up. Tiffany desires to help client's meet their goals for treatment and help them take steps in their lives as they work through the events of their past and present.
Tiffany’s experience includes working as an addiction’s counselor, a caseworker, a TSS, and also includes work as a group care counselor in an adolescent group home all ranging between the years of 2010 to present. Tiffany has experience working with a variety of mental health needs including depression, anxiety, and grief. She is available for individual counseling with adults, teens, and children ages 12 and up. Tiffany desires to help client's meet their goals for treatment and help them take steps in their lives as they work through the events of their past and present.
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I provide mental health therapy, sports performance counseling, and vocational guidance. I work with individuals who have sustained neurological trauma, including concussion and traumatic brain injury (TBI). I work alongside athletes with improving their mental health and athletic performance. I work with undergraduate and graduate students struggling with academic performance and pressure. I also work with young professionals making the transition to the workforce after school. I also specialize in coping skill development, anxiety, stress management, mood disorders caused by endocrine dysfunction, and performance enhancement.
I provide mental health therapy, sports performance counseling, and vocational guidance. I work with individuals who have sustained neurological trauma, including concussion and traumatic brain injury (TBI). I work alongside athletes with improving their mental health and athletic performance. I work with undergraduate and graduate students struggling with academic performance and pressure. I also work with young professionals making the transition to the workforce after school. I also specialize in coping skill development, anxiety, stress management, mood disorders caused by endocrine dysfunction, and performance enhancement.
Life is difficult and uncertain; allow me to assist you in making sense of life’s challenges and choices. One of my many goals as a clinician is to help you grow and change from hardships you have faced. I achieve this by creating a safe space where your thoughts and emotions can flow freely and without judgment. Through this process, together, I hope that we can bring about meaningful change in your life.
Life is difficult and uncertain; allow me to assist you in making sense of life’s challenges and choices. One of my many goals as a clinician is to help you grow and change from hardships you have faced. I achieve this by creating a safe space where your thoughts and emotions can flow freely and without judgment. Through this process, together, I hope that we can bring about meaningful change in your life.
I have experience helping adults, older adults, and adolescents in mental health crises.
As a therapist, I consider myself a guide who's purpose is to provide a nonjudgmental, listening ear, help broaden my client's perspective, and assist them with seeing their potential for growth. We would work collaboratively to help you get to the next step towards your goals. We will process difficult feelings, find power from your experiences, heal from traumatic events, evaluate relationships and their impact, and make changes in your life. There are times in life where we feel powerless, and here we can help you rediscover your power as well as increase the power you have over your own life.
I have experience helping adults, older adults, and adolescents in mental health crises.
As a therapist, I consider myself a guide who's purpose is to provide a nonjudgmental, listening ear, help broaden my client's perspective, and assist them with seeing their potential for growth. We would work collaboratively to help you get to the next step towards your goals. We will process difficult feelings, find power from your experiences, heal from traumatic events, evaluate relationships and their impact, and make changes in your life. There are times in life where we feel powerless, and here we can help you rediscover your power as well as increase the power you have over your own life.
Lakesha Smith, LPC, is a warm and approachable licensed professional counselor who helps adults find balance and move forward after hard seasons. She combines practical, evidence-based tools with a down-to-earth style so clients feel heard and able to try new ways of coping. Lakesha has experience supporting people with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, and she welcomes clients from diverse backgrounds, including Black men and community groups. Her goal is to create a safe, respectful space where clients can set clear goals and take small steps toward a more satisfying life.
Lakesha Smith, LPC, is a warm and approachable licensed professional counselor who helps adults find balance and move forward after hard seasons. She combines practical, evidence-based tools with a down-to-earth style so clients feel heard and able to try new ways of coping. Lakesha has experience supporting people with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, and she welcomes clients from diverse backgrounds, including Black men and community groups. Her goal is to create a safe, respectful space where clients can set clear goals and take small steps toward a more satisfying life.
My aim is to form a supportive, accepting, and respectful relationship as the foundation for change. Through the development of new outlooks and skills, therapy can help us to get out of ruts, suffer less, enjoy more, and find life more satisfying.
My aim is to form a supportive, accepting, and respectful relationship as the foundation for change. Through the development of new outlooks and skills, therapy can help us to get out of ruts, suffer less, enjoy more, and find life more satisfying.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) with an endorsement in gambling addiction. I specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with addiction, I also have experience working with parents, teenagers, and families navigating a variety of challenges.
My approach to therapy is centered on creating a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to be their true, authentic selves. I believe that healing begins when we feel truly heard and understood, which is why I work to build a strong therapeutic alliance from our first session.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) with an endorsement in gambling addiction. I specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with addiction, I also have experience working with parents, teenagers, and families navigating a variety of challenges.
My approach to therapy is centered on creating a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to be their true, authentic selves. I believe that healing begins when we feel truly heard and understood, which is why I work to build a strong therapeutic alliance from our first session.
I work with individuals navigating the complexities of the human experience—those facing persistent emotional distress, identity transitions, or a sense of being stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand. Many of my clients come to therapy seeking more than a quick fix; they are looking for a meaningful exploration of their internal lives. My approach is rooted in psychoanalytic tradition while being shaped by my life experiences. I help you move forward by examining the nuances of your history, creating a collaborative space where we can address the roots of your suffering.
I work with individuals navigating the complexities of the human experience—those facing persistent emotional distress, identity transitions, or a sense of being stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand. Many of my clients come to therapy seeking more than a quick fix; they are looking for a meaningful exploration of their internal lives. My approach is rooted in psychoanalytic tradition while being shaped by my life experiences. I help you move forward by examining the nuances of your history, creating a collaborative space where we can address the roots of your suffering.
I am a psychologist at Anxiety Solutions of Denver, where I specialize in treating individuals with anxiety disorders and OCD. I chose to dedicate my career to treating individuals with these disorders because I greatly value helping people live fuller, more meaningful lives. Through this work, I have developed a deep respect for the courage to willingness of my clients. I am dedicated to helping them accomplish their goals and enjoy establishing a genuine connection in the process.
I am a psychologist at Anxiety Solutions of Denver, where I specialize in treating individuals with anxiety disorders and OCD. I chose to dedicate my career to treating individuals with these disorders because I greatly value helping people live fuller, more meaningful lives. Through this work, I have developed a deep respect for the courage to willingness of my clients. I am dedicated to helping them accomplish their goals and enjoy establishing a genuine connection in the process.
Find Strength and Healing through Expert, Compassionate Care.
So many of us suffer in silence with emotional pain. We quietly carry the weight of past trauma, the heaviness of depression, or ever present anxiety. But you don’t have to just “get by.” You deserve to feel supported, understood, and genuinely at ease in your life.
With decades of experience, I offer more than a compassionate ear. Together, we’ll create a thoughtful, personalized path forward—one that brings healing and helps you connect with your inner strength and resilience.
Find Strength and Healing through Expert, Compassionate Care.
So many of us suffer in silence with emotional pain. We quietly carry the weight of past trauma, the heaviness of depression, or ever present anxiety. But you don’t have to just “get by.” You deserve to feel supported, understood, and genuinely at ease in your life.
With decades of experience, I offer more than a compassionate ear. Together, we’ll create a thoughtful, personalized path forward—one that brings healing and helps you connect with your inner strength and resilience.
Jennifer Shuss joined Vista Behavioral Health in 1997 and has 26 years of clinical experience. She offers individual therapy as well as adult family therapy. She primarily uses cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and her clinical areas of interest include women’s issues, young adult issues, life transitions, mood disorders, anxiety and schizophrenia.
Jennifer Shuss joined Vista Behavioral Health in 1997 and has 26 years of clinical experience. She offers individual therapy as well as adult family therapy. She primarily uses cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and her clinical areas of interest include women’s issues, young adult issues, life transitions, mood disorders, anxiety and schizophrenia.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor at Ellie Mental Health, dedicated to providing compassionate trauma-informed therapy to individuals of all ages. My holistic approach considers each client’s emotional and behavioral concerns in the broader context of their life experiences. I specialize in helping individuals with trauma histories, emotional regulation issues, anxiety, and interpersonal challenges. Using evidence-based therapies, I guide clients in developing practical skills to navigate their lives with confidence and resilience.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor at Ellie Mental Health, dedicated to providing compassionate trauma-informed therapy to individuals of all ages. My holistic approach considers each client’s emotional and behavioral concerns in the broader context of their life experiences. I specialize in helping individuals with trauma histories, emotional regulation issues, anxiety, and interpersonal challenges. Using evidence-based therapies, I guide clients in developing practical skills to navigate their lives with confidence and resilience.
My ideal clients are adults who are navigating PMDD, PMS-related mood changes, anxiety, depression, workplace stress, burnout, caregiver stress, relationship concerns, and major life transitions. Many clients come to my practice feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, stuck, or unsure how to manage the pressure of personal responsibilities, professional demands, hormonal mood changes, or difficult relationships.
I help clients move forward by providing a supportive, practical, and strengths-based therapy space. My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative. Together, we focus on improving emotional regulation.
My ideal clients are adults who are navigating PMDD, PMS-related mood changes, anxiety, depression, workplace stress, burnout, caregiver stress, relationship concerns, and major life transitions. Many clients come to my practice feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, stuck, or unsure how to manage the pressure of personal responsibilities, professional demands, hormonal mood changes, or difficult relationships.
I help clients move forward by providing a supportive, practical, and strengths-based therapy space. My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative. Together, we focus on improving emotional regulation.
Everyone can experience some hardship and barriers in life. You may feel helpless, powerless, confused, stuck, lost and lonely. You may experience some conflicts with others or within yourself, or get stuck in the valleys of life. You may be looking for someone to feel your pain, listen to you empathetically and nonjudgmentally, guide you to dig out your self love, and help you identify your paths and move forward in life. You may be searching for a safe place that allows you to share your stories, be your authentic self and feel reconnected with others and life.
Everyone can experience some hardship and barriers in life. You may feel helpless, powerless, confused, stuck, lost and lonely. You may experience some conflicts with others or within yourself, or get stuck in the valleys of life. You may be looking for someone to feel your pain, listen to you empathetically and nonjudgmentally, guide you to dig out your self love, and help you identify your paths and move forward in life. You may be searching for a safe place that allows you to share your stories, be your authentic self and feel reconnected with others and life.
Hi, I'm Stacey! I strive to be completely authentic with each of my clients while bringing warmth and safety into our time together. As a clinician, I work with young adults and individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, identity struggles, relationship challenges and difficult life adjustments. I also love working with marriages and families.
Hi, I'm Stacey! I strive to be completely authentic with each of my clients while bringing warmth and safety into our time together. As a clinician, I work with young adults and individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, identity struggles, relationship challenges and difficult life adjustments. I also love working with marriages and families.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you struggling yourself, or maybe your teen is concerning you? Let's talk, and we can work together to find solutions. I help others to find patterns in their lives that are keeping them stuck, and find ways to become unstuck. We'll find what is working and build on your strengths. We'll also find what isn't working, and develop a plan that's right for you. I'll teach you ways to calm your body and your brain, slow down thoughts to bring clarity, and develop better ways to act or respond to the stresses around you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you struggling yourself, or maybe your teen is concerning you? Let's talk, and we can work together to find solutions. I help others to find patterns in their lives that are keeping them stuck, and find ways to become unstuck. We'll find what is working and build on your strengths. We'll also find what isn't working, and develop a plan that's right for you. I'll teach you ways to calm your body and your brain, slow down thoughts to bring clarity, and develop better ways to act or respond to the stresses around you.
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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.