Therapists for Seniors in Amissville, VA
My approach to therapy is culturally sensitive, client-focused, and solution-based. The framework I use is CBT and SMART goals. I am also clear and transparent with my clients. The first session will be a true listening session to understand your concerns and develop a treatment that works for you. You will feel respected/understood through my client-focused approach to addressing your concerns.
My approach to therapy is culturally sensitive, client-focused, and solution-based. The framework I use is CBT and SMART goals. I am also clear and transparent with my clients. The first session will be a true listening session to understand your concerns and develop a treatment that works for you. You will feel respected/understood through my client-focused approach to addressing your concerns.
I specialize in trauma/abuse, anxiety/stress, parenting challenges, coping with life changes, and have extensive experience supporting individuals living with serious mental illness. My passion is helping people navigate through life transitions while building self-esteem, confidence, and resilience. I have nine years of experience in the mental health field.
When I’m not working, I love spending time with my family, relaxing at the beach, gardening, camping, and experimenting with new vegan recipes in the kitchen.
I specialize in trauma/abuse, anxiety/stress, parenting challenges, coping with life changes, and have extensive experience supporting individuals living with serious mental illness. My passion is helping people navigate through life transitions while building self-esteem, confidence, and resilience. I have nine years of experience in the mental health field.
When I’m not working, I love spending time with my family, relaxing at the beach, gardening, camping, and experimenting with new vegan recipes in the kitchen.
My background includes community mental health, inpatient psychiatry, crisis intervention, disaster response, and medical social work, with additional expertise in working with veterans, seniors, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I hold a Master's in Social Work from the State University of New York at Albany. I’m trained in several therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused brief therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and somatic experiencing.
My background includes community mental health, inpatient psychiatry, crisis intervention, disaster response, and medical social work, with additional expertise in working with veterans, seniors, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I hold a Master's in Social Work from the State University of New York at Albany. I’m trained in several therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused brief therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and somatic experiencing.
I am Lisa Swann, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia, and I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Addiction Counselor II in the District of Columbia for the last 9 years. I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) through the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). My specialties include depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, complex trauma, PTSD, sexual trauma, substance abuse, support recovery, grief and loss, low self-esteem, chronic pain, and more. I hold a Bachelor’s in Human Development & Psychology and a Master’s in Counseling.
I am Lisa Swann, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia, and I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Addiction Counselor II in the District of Columbia for the last 9 years. I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) through the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). My specialties include depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, complex trauma, PTSD, sexual trauma, substance abuse, support recovery, grief and loss, low self-esteem, chronic pain, and more. I hold a Bachelor’s in Human Development & Psychology and a Master’s in Counseling.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
I'm Dr. Jillian Burkley, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience specializing in young adults, mid-career lifelong learners, and adolescent and family mental health. I work with you and your families as you navigate anxiety, trauma, neurodiversity, and identity challenges. My approach blends evidence-based interventions with cultural humility and a deep understanding of developmental needs. I create brave space , affirming spaces where you feel truly understood.
I'm Dr. Jillian Burkley, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience specializing in young adults, mid-career lifelong learners, and adolescent and family mental health. I work with you and your families as you navigate anxiety, trauma, neurodiversity, and identity challenges. My approach blends evidence-based interventions with cultural humility and a deep understanding of developmental needs. I create brave space , affirming spaces where you feel truly understood.
I am Ophelia Boadi, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I am an experienced Children and Family Mental Health Therapist with a history of working in the field since 2010 in nonprofit organizations, community-based organizations, individual/family therapy, group therapy, crisis intervention, and psychotherapy based on research studies to help children and families meet their goals in treatment.
I am Ophelia Boadi, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I am an experienced Children and Family Mental Health Therapist with a history of working in the field since 2010 in nonprofit organizations, community-based organizations, individual/family therapy, group therapy, crisis intervention, and psychotherapy based on research studies to help children and families meet their goals in treatment.
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One of the most often questions I am asked is why this profession. My answer would have to be looking back on all my past experiences and the trauma I went through made me realize one thing. I want to treat the cause, not just the symptoms with my clients. I recently trained in the latest technique to help treat the cause utilizing EMDR (Eye Movement desensitization). This works with the most complex trauma to everyday life issues. In addition, I work with other various techniques including CBT, EFT, SFT, Narrative therapy, behavioral, ACT, REBT, Existential, attachment, etc.
One of the most often questions I am asked is why this profession. My answer would have to be looking back on all my past experiences and the trauma I went through made me realize one thing. I want to treat the cause, not just the symptoms with my clients. I recently trained in the latest technique to help treat the cause utilizing EMDR (Eye Movement desensitization). This works with the most complex trauma to everyday life issues. In addition, I work with other various techniques including CBT, EFT, SFT, Narrative therapy, behavioral, ACT, REBT, Existential, attachment, etc.
Clients are: individuals, couples, families, stepfamilies; teens through elderly adults.
My clients seek trauma-informed marriage counseling, relationship and individual therapy. You may be in a transition: marriage; parenthood; military service or veteran; divorce; or remarriage. Or feeling frustrated with your child or teen, extended family, or coworkers. You may be noticing emotional or relationship effects of recent or past trauma, or grief and loss. You or a family member may be addressing aging, chronic pain or medical issues. Healthy relationships start with self-understanding and self-compassion, enabling you to know yourself so that you can connect meaningfully with others who are important in your life.
Clients are: individuals, couples, families, stepfamilies; teens through elderly adults.
My clients seek trauma-informed marriage counseling, relationship and individual therapy. You may be in a transition: marriage; parenthood; military service or veteran; divorce; or remarriage. Or feeling frustrated with your child or teen, extended family, or coworkers. You may be noticing emotional or relationship effects of recent or past trauma, or grief and loss. You or a family member may be addressing aging, chronic pain or medical issues. Healthy relationships start with self-understanding and self-compassion, enabling you to know yourself so that you can connect meaningfully with others who are important in your life.
I work with teens, adults, and seniors seeking help in addressing sadness and depression, stress and anxiety, loss and grief, and responses to traumatic events.
I will partner with you in facing your struggles by providing a safe and compassionate space for you to be able to talk through your challenges. Together we will identify your goals and develop a plan utilizing evidence based research proven therapies to aid in the achievement of your identified goals.
I work with teens, adults, and seniors seeking help in addressing sadness and depression, stress and anxiety, loss and grief, and responses to traumatic events.
I will partner with you in facing your struggles by providing a safe and compassionate space for you to be able to talk through your challenges. Together we will identify your goals and develop a plan utilizing evidence based research proven therapies to aid in the achievement of your identified goals.
Separation, divorce or even retirement challenging you to find the 'new normal
When we sit together, combining your expertise from your life with my clinical experience and education, we build on your current strengths, develop your vision and goals, and create a fulfilling life. We develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs, drawing primarily from cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems, EMDR interventions.
Separation, divorce or even retirement challenging you to find the 'new normal
When we sit together, combining your expertise from your life with my clinical experience and education, we build on your current strengths, develop your vision and goals, and create a fulfilling life. We develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs, drawing primarily from cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems, EMDR interventions.
Searching for the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re dealing with stress, past trauma, relationship challenges, or emotional struggles that seem difficult to resolve on your own. You may be navigating depression, anxiety, life transitions, or patterns that continue to interfere with your well-being and relationships. At Hearts, Minds & Souls: Coaching, Counseling and Therapy Services, effective intervention can help you develop practical strategies, greater insight, and a clearer path forward. I work with adults, couples, families and age-appropriate adolescents who want to increase effective communication
Searching for the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re dealing with stress, past trauma, relationship challenges, or emotional struggles that seem difficult to resolve on your own. You may be navigating depression, anxiety, life transitions, or patterns that continue to interfere with your well-being and relationships. At Hearts, Minds & Souls: Coaching, Counseling and Therapy Services, effective intervention can help you develop practical strategies, greater insight, and a clearer path forward. I work with adults, couples, families and age-appropriate adolescents who want to increase effective communication
New Perspective Christian Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
There are times when life can be very difficult to manage, especially if you have been trying to do it all alone. Without proper support and guidance, it can become a daunting task. However difficult it may be, know that you do not have to bear any of this on your own. Taking the first step to reach out for help is huge, and I commend anyone who decides to make strides to better their lives.
There are times when life can be very difficult to manage, especially if you have been trying to do it all alone. Without proper support and guidance, it can become a daunting task. However difficult it may be, know that you do not have to bear any of this on your own. Taking the first step to reach out for help is huge, and I commend anyone who decides to make strides to better their lives.
Court-required VASAP or DOT-SAP assessment? Struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, or autism-related questions? You do not have to figure it out alone. I help clients who feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, stuck, or unsure where to begin. My practice is affirming, culturally responsive, and especially welcoming to LGBTQ+ clients, people of color, and those navigating identity, discrimination, relationship stress, or court-mandated requirements.
Court-required VASAP or DOT-SAP assessment? Struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, or autism-related questions? You do not have to figure it out alone. I help clients who feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, stuck, or unsure where to begin. My practice is affirming, culturally responsive, and especially welcoming to LGBTQ+ clients, people of color, and those navigating identity, discrimination, relationship stress, or court-mandated requirements.
I believe that empowerment and encouragement through the use of counseling strategies can help promote and build positive life skills to help improve interpersonal relationships, reduce stress, and anger. My passion for counseling is to help create positive change or adjustments for each individual that I counsel. I apply a variety of counseling strategies and approaches, and believe in their situational application. I have extensive experience working with adults, children with: depression, social issues, grief, relationships, conflict resolutions, anger management, anxieties, spiritual concerns, post-traumatic stress disorder
I believe that empowerment and encouragement through the use of counseling strategies can help promote and build positive life skills to help improve interpersonal relationships, reduce stress, and anger. My passion for counseling is to help create positive change or adjustments for each individual that I counsel. I apply a variety of counseling strategies and approaches, and believe in their situational application. I have extensive experience working with adults, children with: depression, social issues, grief, relationships, conflict resolutions, anger management, anxieties, spiritual concerns, post-traumatic stress disorder
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stretched thin by work, relationships, or parenting? I help adults, couples, and families untangle stress, improve communication and make realistic changes to better fit their lives.
As a Personal Life Coach, we work together in identifying goals and shifting your perceptions in order to create positive changes. In a supportive environment, we can work on a variety of issues. Whether you are feeling stuck, struggling with stress, having interpersonal relationship struggles, or having marital or parenting issues, I give you my non-judgmental attention. I will keep you focused on your goals.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stretched thin by work, relationships, or parenting? I help adults, couples, and families untangle stress, improve communication and make realistic changes to better fit their lives.
As a Personal Life Coach, we work together in identifying goals and shifting your perceptions in order to create positive changes. In a supportive environment, we can work on a variety of issues. Whether you are feeling stuck, struggling with stress, having interpersonal relationship struggles, or having marital or parenting issues, I give you my non-judgmental attention. I will keep you focused on your goals.
There are many reasons people seek mental health care, perhaps they're going through a tough season in life or there has been complex trauma. Regardless of a client's reason for seeking therapy, my primary goal is to create a relationship supported by comfort and safety. I believe in collaborating with my clients to create a therapeutic plan that is specifically tailored to their individual needs and goals. For those interested I do offer a therapy animal to sit in on sessions and provide additional support.
There are many reasons people seek mental health care, perhaps they're going through a tough season in life or there has been complex trauma. Regardless of a client's reason for seeking therapy, my primary goal is to create a relationship supported by comfort and safety. I believe in collaborating with my clients to create a therapeutic plan that is specifically tailored to their individual needs and goals. For those interested I do offer a therapy animal to sit in on sessions and provide additional support.
Do you feel overwhelmed and emotionally depleted by the demands of your home, career, and relationships? Or perhaps you’ve wondered how you got so far from the life and relationship you envisioned. I want you to know– feeling stuck isn’t a failure. It’s a signal that you’re ready for a change. Choosing to pause and say, "These patterns no longer serve me," is a profound act of courage.
I offer a calm, compassionate space to help you feel understood, grounded and calm. I like to help my clients dig deeper and understand those “auto-pilot” patterns —like people-pleasing or over-functioning—that are no longer serving you.
Do you feel overwhelmed and emotionally depleted by the demands of your home, career, and relationships? Or perhaps you’ve wondered how you got so far from the life and relationship you envisioned. I want you to know– feeling stuck isn’t a failure. It’s a signal that you’re ready for a change. Choosing to pause and say, "These patterns no longer serve me," is a profound act of courage.
I offer a calm, compassionate space to help you feel understood, grounded and calm. I like to help my clients dig deeper and understand those “auto-pilot” patterns —like people-pleasing or over-functioning—that are no longer serving you.
Most of my clients are looking for better ways to manage anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, and/or abusive relationships. Some are teenagers, some adults. No matter the age, they seek balance, meaning, and truth. They want to be better & show up in more positive ways for themselves and the ones they love. The most successful clients are those who are honest, open to feedback, and who are willing to do the work, to practice the new skills they are learning outside the counseling room. They're not afraid to grow and change.
Most of my clients are looking for better ways to manage anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, and/or abusive relationships. Some are teenagers, some adults. No matter the age, they seek balance, meaning, and truth. They want to be better & show up in more positive ways for themselves and the ones they love. The most successful clients are those who are honest, open to feedback, and who are willing to do the work, to practice the new skills they are learning outside the counseling room. They're not afraid to grow and change.
Who will thrive at Youngblood Art Studio LLC. (YAS)? Those who have an interest in navigating life's challenges through their own creativity. Client's who have not found a home in traditional therapy settings may benefit from a more experiential option; The client who may have resisted therapy, but who finds themselves struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma; the client who feels a creative bud and wants to nurture that part of themselves; the client looking for a nurturing safe space to explore themselves without criticism; the client who wants to make changes, but has struggled to do so.
Who will thrive at Youngblood Art Studio LLC. (YAS)? Those who have an interest in navigating life's challenges through their own creativity. Client's who have not found a home in traditional therapy settings may benefit from a more experiential option; The client who may have resisted therapy, but who finds themselves struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma; the client who feels a creative bud and wants to nurture that part of themselves; the client looking for a nurturing safe space to explore themselves without criticism; the client who wants to make changes, but has struggled to do so.
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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.