Therapists for Seniors in Lehigh Valley, PA
There are many things to consider when starting therapy. It can be overwhelming to find a therapist who is a good fit. I specialize in mood disorders (anxiety, depression and bipolar d/o) and OCD (obsessive-compulsive d/o) with clients of a diverse age range. I also work with clients who have long-standing relational and personality issues. I work from a holistic model and help clients to make changes across many areas of their lives: physically, emotionally, relationally, stress reduction, and spirituality/faith (if there is a desire to incorporate it).
There are many things to consider when starting therapy. It can be overwhelming to find a therapist who is a good fit. I specialize in mood disorders (anxiety, depression and bipolar d/o) and OCD (obsessive-compulsive d/o) with clients of a diverse age range. I also work with clients who have long-standing relational and personality issues. I work from a holistic model and help clients to make changes across many areas of their lives: physically, emotionally, relationally, stress reduction, and spirituality/faith (if there is a desire to incorporate it).
Hello and congratulations on taking your first step towards bettering your mental. My name is Jasmine Jones and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in the state of Pennsylvania. I believe in time; everyone can transform their life into one that is filled with meaning and purpose. When faced with unfavorable or traumatic life experiences, these events change our perception of self, the world and challenge our growth.
Hello and congratulations on taking your first step towards bettering your mental. My name is Jasmine Jones and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in the state of Pennsylvania. I believe in time; everyone can transform their life into one that is filled with meaning and purpose. When faced with unfavorable or traumatic life experiences, these events change our perception of self, the world and challenge our growth.
Jon Lauriello
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client may feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck, whether due to Autism, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, or chronic disability. They might struggle with focus, emotional regulation, or identity-related stress. Many are looking for practical tools, greater self-understanding, or gender-affirming care in a supportive space. I work with teens, early adolescents, and adults who want to feel more in control, more connected, and more like themselves.
My ideal client may feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck, whether due to Autism, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, or chronic disability. They might struggle with focus, emotional regulation, or identity-related stress. Many are looking for practical tools, greater self-understanding, or gender-affirming care in a supportive space. I work with teens, early adolescents, and adults who want to feel more in control, more connected, and more like themselves.
Unlearning diet culture & relearning body trust can be confusing and bring up big feelings. In a world that tries to tell you there’s a right way to eat and a body type that is ideal, we are here to tell you that everyone’s relationship with food is different and that all bodies are good bodies. But just saying that doesn’t take away the complexities of your food culture and your lived experience. Whether you’re in recovery from an eating disorder or exploring a new relationship with food, everyone deserves a space that feels like no topics are off limits.
Unlearning diet culture & relearning body trust can be confusing and bring up big feelings. In a world that tries to tell you there’s a right way to eat and a body type that is ideal, we are here to tell you that everyone’s relationship with food is different and that all bodies are good bodies. But just saying that doesn’t take away the complexities of your food culture and your lived experience. Whether you’re in recovery from an eating disorder or exploring a new relationship with food, everyone deserves a space that feels like no topics are off limits.
Healing starts with honoring your heart and mind. SoulGood Healing empowers and cultivates those managing grief, anxiety, depression, life changes, caregivers, especially BIPOC and women of color. Each session empowers individuals to gain a deeper self-awareness and provides clients with coping tools to navigate life's challenges.
Healing starts with honoring your heart and mind. SoulGood Healing empowers and cultivates those managing grief, anxiety, depression, life changes, caregivers, especially BIPOC and women of color. Each session empowers individuals to gain a deeper self-awareness and provides clients with coping tools to navigate life's challenges.
Welcome! I'm Damaris, a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping older adolescents and adults navigate life's challenges with compassion and hope. I believe healing begins with feeling heard, understood, and supported. I provide a warm, culturally responsive, and nonjudgmental space where I enjoy getting to know your unique story, building on your strengths, and helping you develop practical skills to create meaningful, lasting change. Together, we'll work toward the goals that matter most to you.
Welcome! I'm Damaris, a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping older adolescents and adults navigate life's challenges with compassion and hope. I believe healing begins with feeling heard, understood, and supported. I provide a warm, culturally responsive, and nonjudgmental space where I enjoy getting to know your unique story, building on your strengths, and helping you develop practical skills to create meaningful, lasting change. Together, we'll work toward the goals that matter most to you.
Allow me the joy of assisting you become more of your authentic self! Lindsay loves to empower people's differences, from Neurodiversity (adult+child ADHD, ADD, Autism Spectrum) to various sensitivities of the nervous system (HSPs, sensory sensitives, trauma/PTSD and related disorders, grief) through the EMDR technique, talk and hypnosis. The most key elements of Lindsays unique approach are: finding and practicing balance in your life (yin and yang), self compassion, compassion for human nature to understand those near us, the gray areas of our lives as humans in the world (versus "Good and evil"), forgiveness and boundaries.
Allow me the joy of assisting you become more of your authentic self! Lindsay loves to empower people's differences, from Neurodiversity (adult+child ADHD, ADD, Autism Spectrum) to various sensitivities of the nervous system (HSPs, sensory sensitives, trauma/PTSD and related disorders, grief) through the EMDR technique, talk and hypnosis. The most key elements of Lindsays unique approach are: finding and practicing balance in your life (yin and yang), self compassion, compassion for human nature to understand those near us, the gray areas of our lives as humans in the world (versus "Good and evil"), forgiveness and boundaries.
Hi, I am honored you are taking time out of your busy day to consider me as your therapist. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania and Kentucky. I received my Masters in Social Work from Marywood University and have been practicing for 20+ years. I assist individuals like you — thoughtful, resilient, and ready to face the hard things, even when they feel confusing or uncertain - through empathy, compassion, and challenge.
Hi, I am honored you are taking time out of your busy day to consider me as your therapist. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania and Kentucky. I received my Masters in Social Work from Marywood University and have been practicing for 20+ years. I assist individuals like you — thoughtful, resilient, and ready to face the hard things, even when they feel confusing or uncertain - through empathy, compassion, and challenge.
Hello and welcome, I'm Sarah! Life can be stressful, overwhelming, and beautiful. I believe we all can benefit from professional support through therapy. Therapy looks different for everyone, but it is always a joint effort of therapist and client. I bring empathetic understanding, evidence-based clinical techniques, and a safe environment, you bring your unique experience in life, expertise on your situation, and willingness to work on yourself. I specialize in helping those who need support navigating the stress of life, as well as those who have experienced trauma. Additionally, I specialize in treating individuals in prenatal.
Hello and welcome, I'm Sarah! Life can be stressful, overwhelming, and beautiful. I believe we all can benefit from professional support through therapy. Therapy looks different for everyone, but it is always a joint effort of therapist and client. I bring empathetic understanding, evidence-based clinical techniques, and a safe environment, you bring your unique experience in life, expertise on your situation, and willingness to work on yourself. I specialize in helping those who need support navigating the stress of life, as well as those who have experienced trauma. Additionally, I specialize in treating individuals in prenatal.
Color of Change: Healing and Hope Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DMin, MDiv, MSW, LCSW
Online Only
I work with individuals, preteens, adults, couples, and seniors, tailoring my approach to each unique situation.
I know, if you are like me, sometimes you want to let out a big scream! Trust me, I know what it feels like to be overwhelmed, stuck, and to believe you have few options. Now, instead of screaming, I do more deep breathing, walking, sitting in my quiet place thinking good thoughts and of good times, painting, singing, or journaling until I am ready to move bravely and holistically through my day or week. With 11 years of experience, I have dedicated myself to helping others muffle their screams and conquer their negative thoughts. Let me walk with you to ease your anxiety, depression, trauma, marital concerns, stress, and fears.
I work with individuals, preteens, adults, couples, and seniors, tailoring my approach to each unique situation.
I know, if you are like me, sometimes you want to let out a big scream! Trust me, I know what it feels like to be overwhelmed, stuck, and to believe you have few options. Now, instead of screaming, I do more deep breathing, walking, sitting in my quiet place thinking good thoughts and of good times, painting, singing, or journaling until I am ready to move bravely and holistically through my day or week. With 11 years of experience, I have dedicated myself to helping others muffle their screams and conquer their negative thoughts. Let me walk with you to ease your anxiety, depression, trauma, marital concerns, stress, and fears.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a License Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor and a Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP). I specialize in treating individuals who are struggling to make changes in their lives. I also work with couples. When working with couples I create a safe place where each person feels safe and heard. I assist the couple with conflict resolution, infidelity, and rebuilding trust. I help my clients realize that what they have experienced in life does not define who they are as a person. We will develop a therapeutic relationship that is warm, empathetic and caring.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a License Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor and a Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP). I specialize in treating individuals who are struggling to make changes in their lives. I also work with couples. When working with couples I create a safe place where each person feels safe and heard. I assist the couple with conflict resolution, infidelity, and rebuilding trust. I help my clients realize that what they have experienced in life does not define who they are as a person. We will develop a therapeutic relationship that is warm, empathetic and caring.
I work with adults of all ages, including seniors.
When we are feeling stuck emotionally or behaviorally there is usually an element of avoidance. I help clients identify, face, and tolerate difficult emotions. I utilize ACT, existential, and exposure techniques, including ERP for OCD. I also have experience with migration/acculturation issues and conduct immigration evaluations in English and Spanish.
I work with adults of all ages, including seniors.
When we are feeling stuck emotionally or behaviorally there is usually an element of avoidance. I help clients identify, face, and tolerate difficult emotions. I utilize ACT, existential, and exposure techniques, including ERP for OCD. I also have experience with migration/acculturation issues and conduct immigration evaluations in English and Spanish.
Hello! I'm Amber Romanyshyn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in PA. I obtained my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Moravian College and my Master's Degree in Social Work from Marywood University.
I believe therapy is beneficial for everyone, whether you're going through a difficult time or trying to focus on self-improvement. I've been a therapist for over 17 years. I take pride in the work I do and always try to learn more by reading or attending trainings. I let clients tell me their stories and remain non-judgmental.
Hello! I'm Amber Romanyshyn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in PA. I obtained my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Moravian College and my Master's Degree in Social Work from Marywood University.
I believe therapy is beneficial for everyone, whether you're going through a difficult time or trying to focus on self-improvement. I've been a therapist for over 17 years. I take pride in the work I do and always try to learn more by reading or attending trainings. I let clients tell me their stories and remain non-judgmental.
You don’t have to remain unsatisfied, be it at work, with friends and family, or in romantic partnerships. You engage in various relationships, most importantly the one we have with ourselves. Relational wellness warrants our attention and care. By gaining a deeper self-understanding and cultivating the skills necessary to modify behaviors, you can create a foundation for healthy patterns. This, in turn, will empower you to attract relationships that are healthy and happy. Invest in yourself, become mindful and learn how to be intentional. The journey can be challenging but exhilarating!
You don’t have to remain unsatisfied, be it at work, with friends and family, or in romantic partnerships. You engage in various relationships, most importantly the one we have with ourselves. Relational wellness warrants our attention and care. By gaining a deeper self-understanding and cultivating the skills necessary to modify behaviors, you can create a foundation for healthy patterns. This, in turn, will empower you to attract relationships that are healthy and happy. Invest in yourself, become mindful and learn how to be intentional. The journey can be challenging but exhilarating!
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 21 years of experience helping adults navigate relationship concerns, attachment patterns, major life transitions, trauma, identity, spirituality, and questions of meaning and purpose. I especially enjoy working with adults in midlife and later life who want to better understand themselves, their relationships, and the experiences that have shaped who they are.
I also have experience supporting adult adoptees and LGBTQ+ clients and provide and affirming space for clients from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 21 years of experience helping adults navigate relationship concerns, attachment patterns, major life transitions, trauma, identity, spirituality, and questions of meaning and purpose. I especially enjoy working with adults in midlife and later life who want to better understand themselves, their relationships, and the experiences that have shaped who they are.
I also have experience supporting adult adoptees and LGBTQ+ clients and provide and affirming space for clients from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
Authenticity, compassion and collaboration are forefront in my approach to the use of empirically supported interventions in therapy. I hope to continue working with adults who have experienced trauma, anxiety and mood related concerns, as well learning about the bidirectional influence of acute and chronic physical conditions and mental health. I am committed to helping the individual to build awareness of the context of stressors, and to change unhelpful patterns of engagement with difficult thoughts, emotions and physical experiences to help them get closer to a life worth living.
Authenticity, compassion and collaboration are forefront in my approach to the use of empirically supported interventions in therapy. I hope to continue working with adults who have experienced trauma, anxiety and mood related concerns, as well learning about the bidirectional influence of acute and chronic physical conditions and mental health. I am committed to helping the individual to build awareness of the context of stressors, and to change unhelpful patterns of engagement with difficult thoughts, emotions and physical experiences to help them get closer to a life worth living.
Cole Risbon, NCC, LPC is a trauma-informed, neurodivergent Licensed Professional Counselor serving patients throughout Pennsylvania. Cole believes therapy should feel collaborative, practical, and tailored to your unique experiences—not a one-size-fits-all process. He works alongside clients to:
- Identify practical solutions to current challenges
- Build on existing strengths and resilience
- Develop realistic coping strategies that fit everyday life
Cole believes the therapy room is a sacred space—a place where judgment has no seat. He encourages clients to let their guard down, speak freely, and show up exactly as they are.
Cole Risbon, NCC, LPC is a trauma-informed, neurodivergent Licensed Professional Counselor serving patients throughout Pennsylvania. Cole believes therapy should feel collaborative, practical, and tailored to your unique experiences—not a one-size-fits-all process. He works alongside clients to:
- Identify practical solutions to current challenges
- Build on existing strengths and resilience
- Develop realistic coping strategies that fit everyday life
Cole believes the therapy room is a sacred space—a place where judgment has no seat. He encourages clients to let their guard down, speak freely, and show up exactly as they are.
Are you tired of feeling misunderstood? Do you spend your days just waiting for that moment where you can breathe? Does it seem like no matter how hard you try, nothing is ever good enough? Are you thinking, when do I finally get to just be me? You're not alone! When you are in pain and others are telling you to just get over it, I will listen. I can help you learn how to live life to the fullest, cope, and finally feel at peace. I believe that each person is unique and has something special to bring to the table. I want to help you believe that too.
Are you tired of feeling misunderstood? Do you spend your days just waiting for that moment where you can breathe? Does it seem like no matter how hard you try, nothing is ever good enough? Are you thinking, when do I finally get to just be me? You're not alone! When you are in pain and others are telling you to just get over it, I will listen. I can help you learn how to live life to the fullest, cope, and finally feel at peace. I believe that each person is unique and has something special to bring to the table. I want to help you believe that too.
You may have spent much of your life feeling different, misunderstood, or like you were "too much" or "not enough." Perhaps you're highly sensitive, neurodivergent, or carrying the effects of trauma, chronic stress, or neglect. The ways you've learned to protect yourself—and how your nervous system responds—have been shaped by your neurotype, life experiences, or both. While these patterns once helped you cope, they may now leave you feeling overwhelmed, shut down, stuck, or disconnected. I don't see you as broken—I see someone whose responses make sense in the context of what you've experienced.
You may have spent much of your life feeling different, misunderstood, or like you were "too much" or "not enough." Perhaps you're highly sensitive, neurodivergent, or carrying the effects of trauma, chronic stress, or neglect. The ways you've learned to protect yourself—and how your nervous system responds—have been shaped by your neurotype, life experiences, or both. While these patterns once helped you cope, they may now leave you feeling overwhelmed, shut down, stuck, or disconnected. I don't see you as broken—I see someone whose responses make sense in the context of what you've experienced.
Reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, especially if you feel stuck in patterns that are hard to break. I work with individuals navigating eating disorders, anxiety and life transitions. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. Our goals would be achieving greater self-awareness, building resilience, fostering a sense of empowerment, and interrupting symptoms. Together, we’ll build practical tools, reduce self-criticism, and help you move toward a more balanced, meaningful life at your own pace.
Reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, especially if you feel stuck in patterns that are hard to break. I work with individuals navigating eating disorders, anxiety and life transitions. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. Our goals would be achieving greater self-awareness, building resilience, fostering a sense of empowerment, and interrupting symptoms. Together, we’ll build practical tools, reduce self-criticism, and help you move toward a more balanced, meaningful life at your own pace.
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- Northampton
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- Schnecksville
- Trexlertown
- Whitehall
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.