Geriatric Therapists in Fort Worth, TX
Something shifted, and the way you've always handled things isn't holding. I work with adults on what aging does — to the person aging, and to the people standing closest to them.
The parent whose adult child stopped speaking to them. The parent who was the one to step back. The adult child who sets a boundary and then spends the week second-guessing it. The adult managing care for a parent who wasn't good to them growing up.
The losses nobody thinks to ask about — a pet, a friendship, a job.
If you're the one everyone else's needs land on, or your own aging frightens you more than you say out loud, that belongs here too.
Something shifted, and the way you've always handled things isn't holding. I work with adults on what aging does — to the person aging, and to the people standing closest to them.
The parent whose adult child stopped speaking to them. The parent who was the one to step back. The adult child who sets a boundary and then spends the week second-guessing it. The adult managing care for a parent who wasn't good to them growing up.
The losses nobody thinks to ask about — a pet, a friendship, a job.
If you're the one everyone else's needs land on, or your own aging frightens you more than you say out loud, that belongs here too.
Life can present us with a multitude of challenges, and sometimes navigating those complexities can feel overwhelming. If you find yourself struggling with work-related stress, navigating life transitions, processing grief or end-of-life changes, feeling the weight of caregiver responsibilities, or experiencing anxiety and depression, you are not alone. Additionally, as a foster/adoptive parent, I understand the unique challenges faced by those in similar situations. My ideal client is someone seeking effective coping strategies and a tangible path forward to cultivate greater well-being amidst life's inevitable ups and downs.
Life can present us with a multitude of challenges, and sometimes navigating those complexities can feel overwhelming. If you find yourself struggling with work-related stress, navigating life transitions, processing grief or end-of-life changes, feeling the weight of caregiver responsibilities, or experiencing anxiety and depression, you are not alone. Additionally, as a foster/adoptive parent, I understand the unique challenges faced by those in similar situations. My ideal client is someone seeking effective coping strategies and a tangible path forward to cultivate greater well-being amidst life's inevitable ups and downs.
My current focus is on adults dealing with grief, life review with older adults as well as their caregivers.
All of us need to feel seen and heard. "When we talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting and less scary." - Fred Rogers. Sometimes you just need an objective yet empathetic person who will listen. This is what I want to provide for you. Looking at these feelings can help you decide what to accept and where to go from there.
My current focus is on adults dealing with grief, life review with older adults as well as their caregivers.
All of us need to feel seen and heard. "When we talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting and less scary." - Fred Rogers. Sometimes you just need an objective yet empathetic person who will listen. This is what I want to provide for you. Looking at these feelings can help you decide what to accept and where to go from there.
Hello, I'm Sara. I bring a compassionate, collaborative approach to therapy. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life. Whether you are navigating a career transition, adjusting to an empty nest, or coping with loss, I am here to support you in building on your strengths and reaching your goals.
Hello, I'm Sara. I bring a compassionate, collaborative approach to therapy. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life. Whether you are navigating a career transition, adjusting to an empty nest, or coping with loss, I am here to support you in building on your strengths and reaching your goals.
Seniors, Grief and Trauma often mean lots of changes have happened and its been difficult for you.
My clients are often wondering, How did I get Here? Something doesn't seem quite right, I'm not sure what to do. You're looking for a better way to live, get along with family, work and others so life can be peaceful. There's been a change of some sort and life seems to be one challenge after another. Your tired of it. Somewhere along the way hope didn't come, people didn't seem to care. You feel alone. Well, I'm here to see you, to respect you as a fellow human, no judgement or shame. To come alongside like a hitch hiker, to hop in to support. And have a sense of humor, too. Your safe with me.
Seniors, Grief and Trauma often mean lots of changes have happened and its been difficult for you.
My clients are often wondering, How did I get Here? Something doesn't seem quite right, I'm not sure what to do. You're looking for a better way to live, get along with family, work and others so life can be peaceful. There's been a change of some sort and life seems to be one challenge after another. Your tired of it. Somewhere along the way hope didn't come, people didn't seem to care. You feel alone. Well, I'm here to see you, to respect you as a fellow human, no judgement or shame. To come alongside like a hitch hiker, to hop in to support. And have a sense of humor, too. Your safe with me.
I work especially with Veterans, married couples, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, and substance use issues.
I believe healing involves the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. I provide a trusting, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their concerns while drawing on their values and beliefs. Spiritually based counseling is also available if desired,
I work especially with Veterans, married couples, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, and substance use issues.
I believe healing involves the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. I provide a trusting, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their concerns while drawing on their values and beliefs. Spiritually based counseling is also available if desired,
Melissa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
3 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76107
Waitlist for new clients
Life’s challenges often touch the deepest parts of who we are — our bodies, relationships, and sense of meaning. My personal experience with caregiving and living with chronic illness has helped me to understand the nuances involved in these spaces. With this unique background, I offer a compassionate space to witness your story, help you process complex emotions, and support you in reconnecting with your sense of self. Together, we’ll explore ways to build resilience, find balance, and cultivate hope, so that healing can unfold collectively, with compassion and intentionality.
Life’s challenges often touch the deepest parts of who we are — our bodies, relationships, and sense of meaning. My personal experience with caregiving and living with chronic illness has helped me to understand the nuances involved in these spaces. With this unique background, I offer a compassionate space to witness your story, help you process complex emotions, and support you in reconnecting with your sense of self. Together, we’ll explore ways to build resilience, find balance, and cultivate hope, so that healing can unfold collectively, with compassion and intentionality.
Adulting is tough! Managing multiple stressors in the modern world post-COVID is a challenge many individuals and families are struggling with. Seeking mental health support while meeting the challenges of everyday life can help restore a sense of confidence and hope. My name is Dr. Ann Wilder and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in the field of mental health for over 25 years. I will work collaboratively with you to help find the best solution to meet your personal therapy goals. I enjoy working together with individuals, couples and families to determine the most effective way to impact change.
Adulting is tough! Managing multiple stressors in the modern world post-COVID is a challenge many individuals and families are struggling with. Seeking mental health support while meeting the challenges of everyday life can help restore a sense of confidence and hope. My name is Dr. Ann Wilder and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in the field of mental health for over 25 years. I will work collaboratively with you to help find the best solution to meet your personal therapy goals. I enjoy working together with individuals, couples and families to determine the most effective way to impact change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed during pregnancy, postpartum, or while facing fertility challenges? As an IVF and NICU parent, I know how it feels. I understand the constant worry, thoughts, grief over how things “should have” gone, and the struggle to find your sense of self in these intense, uncertain seasons of parenthood. You want relief from the relentless fear and mental load. You want to sleep, stop bracing for the worst, and feel confident caring for your baby—or navigating the journey toward one. Most of all, you want to feel like yourself again—grounded, capable, and present—so you can move forward with hope, strength and joy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed during pregnancy, postpartum, or while facing fertility challenges? As an IVF and NICU parent, I know how it feels. I understand the constant worry, thoughts, grief over how things “should have” gone, and the struggle to find your sense of self in these intense, uncertain seasons of parenthood. You want relief from the relentless fear and mental load. You want to sleep, stop bracing for the worst, and feel confident caring for your baby—or navigating the journey toward one. Most of all, you want to feel like yourself again—grounded, capable, and present—so you can move forward with hope, strength and joy.
I work with adolescents, young adults, and parents navigating anxiety, depression, school stress, perfectionism, self-worth, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Many clients are students transitioning to college or families in seasons of change. I also supports educators facing workplace stress. Through CBT, DBT, mindfulness practices and solution-focused care, I provides a calm, practical space that builds insight, emotional skills, and confidence so clients can move forward with clarity and resilience.
I work with adolescents, young adults, and parents navigating anxiety, depression, school stress, perfectionism, self-worth, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Many clients are students transitioning to college or families in seasons of change. I also supports educators facing workplace stress. Through CBT, DBT, mindfulness practices and solution-focused care, I provides a calm, practical space that builds insight, emotional skills, and confidence so clients can move forward with clarity and resilience.
I absolutely love seeing my clients feel better, improve relationships, heal from past wounds and achieve a life of passion and purpose. Results are key! It’s my job to work my way out of a job!
I absolutely love seeing my clients feel better, improve relationships, heal from past wounds and achieve a life of passion and purpose. Results are key! It’s my job to work my way out of a job!
Do you find that anxiety, relationship conflict, or chronic stress are hard to overcome? Do you notice any patterns? Do the same arguments repeat? What do you notice as distance grows in your relationships? You may be managing neurodivergence, a chronic health condition, or the weight of complex family dynamics. You are curious about where these patterns come from and are ready to honestly examine your role in them. You are looking for a therapist who can understand your full context. I work with marginalized populations (i.e., LGBTQAI2S+ or Latine/a/o) and Monolingual Spanish-Speaking (Terapia Bilingue).
Do you find that anxiety, relationship conflict, or chronic stress are hard to overcome? Do you notice any patterns? Do the same arguments repeat? What do you notice as distance grows in your relationships? You may be managing neurodivergence, a chronic health condition, or the weight of complex family dynamics. You are curious about where these patterns come from and are ready to honestly examine your role in them. You are looking for a therapist who can understand your full context. I work with marginalized populations (i.e., LGBTQAI2S+ or Latine/a/o) and Monolingual Spanish-Speaking (Terapia Bilingue).
Excelsior Therapy works with individuals, couples, families, and groups, even offering adult and teen anger management classes. We believe that using cognitive testing and evidenced-based interventions with the collaboration of clients creates the most positive impact on helping clients meet their goals. In addition, to these therapeutic specialties, Excelsior Therapy is connected with a medical team that can assist with medication management that many clients have come to appreciate.
Excelsior Therapy works with individuals, couples, families, and groups, even offering adult and teen anger management classes. We believe that using cognitive testing and evidenced-based interventions with the collaboration of clients creates the most positive impact on helping clients meet their goals. In addition, to these therapeutic specialties, Excelsior Therapy is connected with a medical team that can assist with medication management that many clients have come to appreciate.
I specialize in Grief & Bereavement, Infertility, Women's Health, Life Changes, Motherhood, Young Adults & College Students, Parenting, sibling conflict, A.D.H.D. & Autism. As the mom of 5 adopted kids, 10 years of working as a nurse—4 of which were spent in oncology—and a decade of experience as a foster parent, I specialize in many areas that other therapists don’t.
Specialties:
Grief: While I have not experienced the loss of a spouse or child, my best friend has, and walking with her through her grief has been one of the most profound experiences of my life.
I specialize in Grief & Bereavement, Infertility, Women's Health, Life Changes, Motherhood, Young Adults & College Students, Parenting, sibling conflict, A.D.H.D. & Autism. As the mom of 5 adopted kids, 10 years of working as a nurse—4 of which were spent in oncology—and a decade of experience as a foster parent, I specialize in many areas that other therapists don’t.
Specialties:
Grief: While I have not experienced the loss of a spouse or child, my best friend has, and walking with her through her grief has been one of the most profound experiences of my life.
Emma Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76107
Waitlist for new clients
I’m so glad you’re here! I am passionate about helping individuals of all ages step into their most authentic selves. My goal is to empower you to cultivate compassion and kindness for yourself through each change and phase of life. I strive to create a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental space to tailor therapy to meet each individual's needs.
I’m so glad you’re here! I am passionate about helping individuals of all ages step into their most authentic selves. My goal is to empower you to cultivate compassion and kindness for yourself through each change and phase of life. I strive to create a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental space to tailor therapy to meet each individual's needs.
On this journey call life, there are many ups and downs, twists and turns. Everyone needs someone to talk to in a comfortable non-judgmental safe atmosphere, a place providing warmth, compassion, and respect. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I have learned to ask amazing questions and then listen. My primary focus is helping women who are working through issues of depression, anxiety, grief/bereavement, obesity/weight loss, chronic pain, relationship matters, everyday stressors, or work-life balance issues. A holistic comprehensive approach is tailored to consider the whole person, while exploring the interactions between the mental, physical, emotional, spiritual, and social aspects of life.
On this journey call life, there are many ups and downs, twists and turns. Everyone needs someone to talk to in a comfortable non-judgmental safe atmosphere, a place providing warmth, compassion, and respect. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I have learned to ask amazing questions and then listen. My primary focus is helping women who are working through issues of depression, anxiety, grief/bereavement, obesity/weight loss, chronic pain, relationship matters, everyday stressors, or work-life balance issues. A holistic comprehensive approach is tailored to consider the whole person, while exploring the interactions between the mental, physical, emotional, spiritual, and social aspects of life.
From the outside, you look like you're handling it. You show up, perform, meet expectations, maybe even exceed them. But underneath, something feels empty or deflated, like you're running on exhaustion that rest doesn't touch, chasing a bar that keeps moving, wondering why success doesn't feel like enough. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone, and you're not broken. You're likely carrying high-functioning burnout, and it often hides in plain sight precisely because you're so good at carrying it.
From the outside, you look like you're handling it. You show up, perform, meet expectations, maybe even exceed them. But underneath, something feels empty or deflated, like you're running on exhaustion that rest doesn't touch, chasing a bar that keeps moving, wondering why success doesn't feel like enough. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone, and you're not broken. You're likely carrying high-functioning burnout, and it often hides in plain sight precisely because you're so good at carrying it.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe therapy should be a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported—without judgment. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and rooted in compassion. I understand that reaching out for help can feel overwhelming, and I work to create a calm, trusting environment where you can explore challenges at your own pace.
My strengths include helping clients navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, stress, trauma, and emotional overwhelm. I focus not only on symptom relief, but also on fostering resilience, self-awareness, and empowerment.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe therapy should be a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported—without judgment. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and rooted in compassion. I understand that reaching out for help can feel overwhelming, and I work to create a calm, trusting environment where you can explore challenges at your own pace.
My strengths include helping clients navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, stress, trauma, and emotional overwhelm. I focus not only on symptom relief, but also on fostering resilience, self-awareness, and empowerment.
Life can feel overwhelming, even when you’re used to holding everything together. I work with children, teens, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. With more than 30 years of experience, I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. My approach is personalized and may include CBT, DBT, mindfulness, play therapy, and trauma-informed care. Christian faith can also be incorporated for clients who desire it. All backgrounds and beliefs are welcome.
Life can feel overwhelming, even when you’re used to holding everything together. I work with children, teens, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. With more than 30 years of experience, I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. My approach is personalized and may include CBT, DBT, mindfulness, play therapy, and trauma-informed care. Christian faith can also be incorporated for clients who desire it. All backgrounds and beliefs are welcome.
Are you wanting to finally confront issues that have been preventing you from living your best, most healthy life? Or maybe you've tried to deal with issues in the past, however you continue repeating old patterns or encountering obstacles. I want to impart some hope to you: Do not give up! Today is a good day to have a good day, or at least the very BEST it can be with the hand you've been dealt. I thrive on helping clients to experience breakthroughs that ultimately change their lives for the better. With my validating, solution-focused, direct, yet warm and engaging approach, we will work together as a team on your journey.
Are you wanting to finally confront issues that have been preventing you from living your best, most healthy life? Or maybe you've tried to deal with issues in the past, however you continue repeating old patterns or encountering obstacles. I want to impart some hope to you: Do not give up! Today is a good day to have a good day, or at least the very BEST it can be with the hand you've been dealt. I thrive on helping clients to experience breakthroughs that ultimately change their lives for the better. With my validating, solution-focused, direct, yet warm and engaging approach, we will work together as a team on your journey.
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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.