Therapists for Seniors in Ampthill, VA
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have my Master of Divinity in Marriage & Family Therapy from Amridge University in Montgomery, Alabama. I have experience working with individuals & families from numerous cultural backgrounds as well as varying age groups. My experience also includes working with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger related issues, trauma, self-esteem issues, PTSD, substance abuse, behavioral problems, & parenting challenges. I am very knowledgeable about crisis related issues and has been working as a crisis counselor for the last several years.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have my Master of Divinity in Marriage & Family Therapy from Amridge University in Montgomery, Alabama. I have experience working with individuals & families from numerous cultural backgrounds as well as varying age groups. My experience also includes working with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger related issues, trauma, self-esteem issues, PTSD, substance abuse, behavioral problems, & parenting challenges. I am very knowledgeable about crisis related issues and has been working as a crisis counselor for the last several years.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 18 years of experience supporting adolescents, young adults, and families. I specialize in emotional dysregulation, anger management, trauma, anxiety, depression, and behavioral concerns, including aggression, treatment resistance, and risk-taking behaviors. Many clients seek therapy to reduce conflict, manage stress more effectively, and build resilience and hope for the future.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 18 years of experience supporting adolescents, young adults, and families. I specialize in emotional dysregulation, anger management, trauma, anxiety, depression, and behavioral concerns, including aggression, treatment resistance, and risk-taking behaviors. Many clients seek therapy to reduce conflict, manage stress more effectively, and build resilience and hope for the future.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience in the mental health and rehabilitation fields. I support individuals navigating loss, career changes, divorce, aging, chronic illness, disability, or other major life changes. They might be experiencing depression or anxiety due to their circumstances and need strategies and guidance to help them cope more effectively. I enjoy helping clients identify barriers to successfully work through their difficulties and gain the skills to get where they want to be.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience in the mental health and rehabilitation fields. I support individuals navigating loss, career changes, divorce, aging, chronic illness, disability, or other major life changes. They might be experiencing depression or anxiety due to their circumstances and need strategies and guidance to help them cope more effectively. I enjoy helping clients identify barriers to successfully work through their difficulties and gain the skills to get where they want to be.
Larry J. Colby is a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Licensed Secondary Education Teacher. Larry completed his Bachelor’s in Secondary Education with a dual major in Speech Communication and Psychology at Eastern Michigan University in 2003. He completed his Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Walden University in 2013. He completed his counseling internship at a sexual abuse center and a private alternative school. Larry began his teaching career at a career center in Michigan, teaching
Larry J. Colby is a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Licensed Secondary Education Teacher. Larry completed his Bachelor’s in Secondary Education with a dual major in Speech Communication and Psychology at Eastern Michigan University in 2003. He completed his Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Walden University in 2013. He completed his counseling internship at a sexual abuse center and a private alternative school. Larry began his teaching career at a career center in Michigan, teaching
You may be functioning well on the outside while privately feeling emotionally drained, overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from yourself. You're going through the motions but no longer feel like yourself.
Painful experiences continue to replay in your mind and affect your daily life. You may feel like your past still has a hold on you and you are living in survival mode.
As a EMDR-certified therapist, I help people heal from trauma, anxiety, painful life experiences, and relationship wounds that continue to affect them long after the event has passed.
You may be functioning well on the outside while privately feeling emotionally drained, overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from yourself. You're going through the motions but no longer feel like yourself.
Painful experiences continue to replay in your mind and affect your daily life. You may feel like your past still has a hold on you and you are living in survival mode.
As a EMDR-certified therapist, I help people heal from trauma, anxiety, painful life experiences, and relationship wounds that continue to affect them long after the event has passed.
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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.
Hi, I'm Licia Thomas-Wagoner, Therapist and Owner of Balance Counseling. Perfect doesn't exist, but we can achieve balance in our psychological, physiological, interpersonal, and spiritual functioning. The mission of Balance Counseling is to provide adults age 18+ with exceptional comprehensive counseling services that integrate the mind, body, and spirit to improve emotional wellbeing and restore balanced living. Through a collaborative partnership, I hope to empower individuals to develop positive self-care practices and realize their wellness potential for optimal balanced living.
Hi, I'm Licia Thomas-Wagoner, Therapist and Owner of Balance Counseling. Perfect doesn't exist, but we can achieve balance in our psychological, physiological, interpersonal, and spiritual functioning. The mission of Balance Counseling is to provide adults age 18+ with exceptional comprehensive counseling services that integrate the mind, body, and spirit to improve emotional wellbeing and restore balanced living. Through a collaborative partnership, I hope to empower individuals to develop positive self-care practices and realize their wellness potential for optimal balanced living.
I am Michelle “Micky” Greene, a therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who strives to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for each person I serve. I have experience treating a diverse range of diagnoses and life challenges such as trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I earned my Master's degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and majored in psychology and gender/sexuality/women’s studies at William & Mary. I use a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach to build a genuine relationship with my clients.
I am Michelle “Micky” Greene, a therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who strives to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for each person I serve. I have experience treating a diverse range of diagnoses and life challenges such as trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I earned my Master's degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and majored in psychology and gender/sexuality/women’s studies at William & Mary. I use a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach to build a genuine relationship with my clients.
You are not "too much." No matter your struggles, you deserve to take up space, and I am here to help you find your joy. You may notice that you are numb or feeling helpless from a broken relationship or a new diagnosis (mental or physical). You may be expanding relational dynamics and need assistance moving toward secure attachment. Or you may feel trapped reliving a traumatic experience. Whatever it is, I'm here to support you on the journey.
You are not "too much." No matter your struggles, you deserve to take up space, and I am here to help you find your joy. You may notice that you are numb or feeling helpless from a broken relationship or a new diagnosis (mental or physical). You may be expanding relational dynamics and need assistance moving toward secure attachment. Or you may feel trapped reliving a traumatic experience. Whatever it is, I'm here to support you on the journey.
I am happy you are here... Life can be challenging and even unbearable at times. I understand that. Whether you are experiencing a loss, having relationship difficulties, or simply desiring to make a change, we can find the path that reveals your best self together. I have a diverse professional background and can offer you counseling that is flexible and best suits your needs.
I am happy you are here... Life can be challenging and even unbearable at times. I understand that. Whether you are experiencing a loss, having relationship difficulties, or simply desiring to make a change, we can find the path that reveals your best self together. I have a diverse professional background and can offer you counseling that is flexible and best suits your needs.
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety is high, relationships feel strained, or you find yourself stuck in patterns that no longer feel sustainable. Many of our clients come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected from themselves, uncertain about relationships, or struggling to balance the expectations placed on them by work, family, culture, or their own inner critic. At Kaizen Counseling and Consultation, we provide affirming, emotionally grounded therapy for individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, identity concerns, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions.
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety is high, relationships feel strained, or you find yourself stuck in patterns that no longer feel sustainable. Many of our clients come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected from themselves, uncertain about relationships, or struggling to balance the expectations placed on them by work, family, culture, or their own inner critic. At Kaizen Counseling and Consultation, we provide affirming, emotionally grounded therapy for individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, identity concerns, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions.
Are you feeling as if you are not living life to the fullest? Maybe you have been feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed with everyday life stressors. My name is Samantha, and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia and Texas. I would love the opportunity to support you on your journey to feeling better and more fulfilled. I have been providing psychotherapy services for individual’s both inpatient and outpatient, who are dealing with various mental health stressors and challenges. My passion is working with individuals, supporting their growth, and finding their joy again. I look forward to meeting with you!
Are you feeling as if you are not living life to the fullest? Maybe you have been feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed with everyday life stressors. My name is Samantha, and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia and Texas. I would love the opportunity to support you on your journey to feeling better and more fulfilled. I have been providing psychotherapy services for individual’s both inpatient and outpatient, who are dealing with various mental health stressors and challenges. My passion is working with individuals, supporting their growth, and finding their joy again. I look forward to meeting with you!
Are you struggling with feeling off balance in your marriage? Does it feel like there is a lack of appreciation or attention from your partner? Does it sometimes feel like you are living parallel lives? All families and couples go through these feelings at some point in their relationships, but it’s about how you choose to cope and change the course of your relationships that matter most. It is important to feel valued and understood. I provide a safe space for couples and families to repair and rebuild relationships through communication, understanding, and trust building without sacrificing their individual identity.
Are you struggling with feeling off balance in your marriage? Does it feel like there is a lack of appreciation or attention from your partner? Does it sometimes feel like you are living parallel lives? All families and couples go through these feelings at some point in their relationships, but it’s about how you choose to cope and change the course of your relationships that matter most. It is important to feel valued and understood. I provide a safe space for couples and families to repair and rebuild relationships through communication, understanding, and trust building without sacrificing their individual identity.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, OCD, Bipolar I, BPD, family and couples dynamics, geriatric and dementia-related concerns, and caregiver stress
Life can feel heavy when you're carrying so much for everyone else. Whatever brought you here, you don't have to do it alone. I help clients who are dealing with overwhelming anxiety, depression, or difficult life transitions, as well as those who are experiencing intrusive thoughts and compulsions. If you feel pressured by constant worry, apathy, and "what-if" thinking, you are not alone and counseling can help! By sharing your concerns, you can work toward emotional and mental wellness. I enjoy working with diverse populations and consider it a privilege to learn from each person's unique story, strengths, and life experiences.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, OCD, Bipolar I, BPD, family and couples dynamics, geriatric and dementia-related concerns, and caregiver stress
Life can feel heavy when you're carrying so much for everyone else. Whatever brought you here, you don't have to do it alone. I help clients who are dealing with overwhelming anxiety, depression, or difficult life transitions, as well as those who are experiencing intrusive thoughts and compulsions. If you feel pressured by constant worry, apathy, and "what-if" thinking, you are not alone and counseling can help! By sharing your concerns, you can work toward emotional and mental wellness. I enjoy working with diverse populations and consider it a privilege to learn from each person's unique story, strengths, and life experiences.
Every healing journey begins with a single step. You have made that first step today, by searching for me. Whatever you are seeking healing for, I am here to guide you through your healing journey. With warmth, compassion, empathy, and when appropriate humor, we will travel this healing journey together. I will light your path and guide the way for you. All you have to do is take the next step and reach out to me. I will use my many years of experience as an outpatient therapist to support you and guide you on your healing journey.
Every healing journey begins with a single step. You have made that first step today, by searching for me. Whatever you are seeking healing for, I am here to guide you through your healing journey. With warmth, compassion, empathy, and when appropriate humor, we will travel this healing journey together. I will light your path and guide the way for you. All you have to do is take the next step and reach out to me. I will use my many years of experience as an outpatient therapist to support you and guide you on your healing journey.
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s stressors or struggling in your relationships? You don’t have to face it alone. I’m Stephanie Gagnon, LCSW, with 30 years of experience helping individuals and couples navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I use an integrative approach, tailoring therapy to your unique needs, with the goal of bringing healing, clarity, and renewed happiness into your life. Together, we’ll work toward understanding, growth, and lasting positive change.
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s stressors or struggling in your relationships? You don’t have to face it alone. I’m Stephanie Gagnon, LCSW, with 30 years of experience helping individuals and couples navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I use an integrative approach, tailoring therapy to your unique needs, with the goal of bringing healing, clarity, and renewed happiness into your life. Together, we’ll work toward understanding, growth, and lasting positive change.
She has an eclectic broad range of experience from Criminal Justice, Geriatric Care, Residential Treatment, Clinical Mental Health and Substance Abuse Therapy for over 15+ years.
Stephanie understands the need of flexibility is essential as what works for one individual may not necessary work for another. Stephanie's goal is to meet and accomplish YOUR goal(s), build self-autonomy, develop confidence, and to work as a team as you both collaborate on how you can get to living the life you desire and deserve.
She has an eclectic broad range of experience from Criminal Justice, Geriatric Care, Residential Treatment, Clinical Mental Health and Substance Abuse Therapy for over 15+ years.
Stephanie understands the need of flexibility is essential as what works for one individual may not necessary work for another. Stephanie's goal is to meet and accomplish YOUR goal(s), build self-autonomy, develop confidence, and to work as a team as you both collaborate on how you can get to living the life you desire and deserve.
Seeking therapy is a big step and can be scary. My aim is to connect with you in a safe environment and work with you to improve your life. Therapy is a great tool to support change and learn to cope with issues causing you struggle and pain. As a clinical social worker, I strive to understand you in the context of your environment and help you heal places of hurt and trauma you've experienced. I believe in the ability to grow and change across the life span; it's never too late to heal. Based on training and life experience, I take a whole person view working to connect mind, body, and spirit.
Seeking therapy is a big step and can be scary. My aim is to connect with you in a safe environment and work with you to improve your life. Therapy is a great tool to support change and learn to cope with issues causing you struggle and pain. As a clinical social worker, I strive to understand you in the context of your environment and help you heal places of hurt and trauma you've experienced. I believe in the ability to grow and change across the life span; it's never too late to heal. Based on training and life experience, I take a whole person view working to connect mind, body, and spirit.
Hi there! My name is Nicole, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a passion for helping you achieve the life you've always wanted. Life can be challenging, and difficult experiences often bring up feelings of anxiety, depression, or a lack of direction. It can be hard to know what to do next, but that's where I come in. With compassion and honesty, I will help you work through your issues while identifying your inner strengths, guiding you towards becoming a happier and healthier version of yourself.
Hi there! My name is Nicole, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a passion for helping you achieve the life you've always wanted. Life can be challenging, and difficult experiences often bring up feelings of anxiety, depression, or a lack of direction. It can be hard to know what to do next, but that's where I come in. With compassion and honesty, I will help you work through your issues while identifying your inner strengths, guiding you towards becoming a happier and healthier version of yourself.
Does life feel overwhelming? Are you experiencing excessive worry or sadness? Are you having trouble sleeping? You may be coping with anxiety, depression, grief, the impact of trauma, bullying or exclusion (related to gender identity, sexual orientation, and/or race), family transitions (such as divorce, remarriage, or the arrival of a new child), or medical challenges (such as cancer or infertility). These are struggles no one should have to face alone; I'm here to listen and help you navigate them. Together we can find the blue sky behind the clouds.
Does life feel overwhelming? Are you experiencing excessive worry or sadness? Are you having trouble sleeping? You may be coping with anxiety, depression, grief, the impact of trauma, bullying or exclusion (related to gender identity, sexual orientation, and/or race), family transitions (such as divorce, remarriage, or the arrival of a new child), or medical challenges (such as cancer or infertility). These are struggles no one should have to face alone; I'm here to listen and help you navigate them. Together we can find the blue sky behind the clouds.
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Nearby Seniors Therapists Searches for Ampthill
- Bellevue
- Bon Air
- Chester
- Chesterfield
- Colonial Heights
- Henrico
- Highland Springs
- Midlothian
- North Chesterfield
- Richmond
- University Of Richmond
- West End
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.