Therapists for Seniors in Ashland, VA
You deserve to feel seen, heard, and supported. I work with couples, individuals and families to navigate the complexities of life, love, and personal growth. If you’re experiencing anxiety, going through a major life transition, or facing challenges in you relationships, I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space for insight, healing, and growth. Together, we explore emotions, strengthen communication, and connection. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, blending emotion led skills with reflective exploration. Together we’ll create an path that support a more fulfilling and connected life.
You deserve to feel seen, heard, and supported. I work with couples, individuals and families to navigate the complexities of life, love, and personal growth. If you’re experiencing anxiety, going through a major life transition, or facing challenges in you relationships, I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space for insight, healing, and growth. Together, we explore emotions, strengthen communication, and connection. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, blending emotion led skills with reflective exploration. Together we’ll create an path that support a more fulfilling and connected life.
Having been on the other side of the chair, I want to you know that the healing process is in your capable hands. This is a challenge but you have everything you need to thrive already with you. Let me be there to reflect, hold space, encourage, and guide you to higher levels of awareness. Together we can create a treatment plan to support the navigation of your emotions, symptoms, communications, and the systems you are a part of.
Having been on the other side of the chair, I want to you know that the healing process is in your capable hands. This is a challenge but you have everything you need to thrive already with you. Let me be there to reflect, hold space, encourage, and guide you to higher levels of awareness. Together we can create a treatment plan to support the navigation of your emotions, symptoms, communications, and the systems you are a part of.
I work with all ages and especially enjoy seniors.
I offer therapy in a client centered fashion through a trauma informed lens. I have a solid skill set for treating depression, anxiety, and grief. Treatment modalities include conventional talk therapy, mindfulness, sand tray work and play therapy. I work with children, adolescents and adults.
I work with all ages and especially enjoy seniors.
I offer therapy in a client centered fashion through a trauma informed lens. I have a solid skill set for treating depression, anxiety, and grief. Treatment modalities include conventional talk therapy, mindfulness, sand tray work and play therapy. I work with children, adolescents and adults.
Hello, my name is Allison. I am a Resident in Counseling and am supervised by Ederis Martinez-Cunion at Your Path Counseling Center. My goal is to provide unconditional positive regard and empathy for individuals to explore their strengths and collaborate on their goals for desired change. I believe in the strength of the therapeutic relationship and providing a nonjudgmental space for clients. I think an eclectic approach to interventions in therapy can help meet each individual where they are.
Hello, my name is Allison. I am a Resident in Counseling and am supervised by Ederis Martinez-Cunion at Your Path Counseling Center. My goal is to provide unconditional positive regard and empathy for individuals to explore their strengths and collaborate on their goals for desired change. I believe in the strength of the therapeutic relationship and providing a nonjudgmental space for clients. I think an eclectic approach to interventions in therapy can help meet each individual where they are.
I believe that healing is not just about managing symptoms — it’s about returning to wholeness. As a psychotherapist my role will be to facilitate your growth, with you as the decision-maker in what directions we should follow along the journey. Through person-centered, multicultural, and evidence-based methods, I will help you to explore past and present issues affecting your health, going along with your pace as we discover what is important to you in journeying through life. I also use an emotionally focused approach to help individuals and couples towards deeper connection and intimacy.
I believe that healing is not just about managing symptoms — it’s about returning to wholeness. As a psychotherapist my role will be to facilitate your growth, with you as the decision-maker in what directions we should follow along the journey. Through person-centered, multicultural, and evidence-based methods, I will help you to explore past and present issues affecting your health, going along with your pace as we discover what is important to you in journeying through life. I also use an emotionally focused approach to help individuals and couples towards deeper connection and intimacy.
There is hope. Are you struggling with uncertainty, sadness, self-critical thoughts or thoughts of perfection? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by day to day stresses? You are not alone! Navigating life’s difficulties can be challenging and leave us feeling broken. Sometimes we get stuck, but I believe together we can break the cycle of unhappiness. My goal is to help you identify your strengths and develop practical stepping stones to success so you can really thrive again. You are designed for so much more.
There is hope. Are you struggling with uncertainty, sadness, self-critical thoughts or thoughts of perfection? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by day to day stresses? You are not alone! Navigating life’s difficulties can be challenging and leave us feeling broken. Sometimes we get stuck, but I believe together we can break the cycle of unhappiness. My goal is to help you identify your strengths and develop practical stepping stones to success so you can really thrive again. You are designed for so much more.
Hi there! In sessions, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself. Therapy is a collaborative process, and together we will explore the challenges, emotions, and patterns that may be affecting your life. My goal is to help you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and feel more confident navigating life’s stressors and transitions. I believe healing and growth are possible for everyone, and I’m honored to support clients as they reconnect with their strengths and create meaningful change.
Hi there! In sessions, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself. Therapy is a collaborative process, and together we will explore the challenges, emotions, and patterns that may be affecting your life. My goal is to help you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and feel more confident navigating life’s stressors and transitions. I believe healing and growth are possible for everyone, and I’m honored to support clients as they reconnect with their strengths and create meaningful change.
Thrive & Shine Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C, CCATP, CTMH
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Accepting New Clients Immediately! Reach out today!
My belief for therapy is that everyone has a life in mind, a way they want to be, a way they want to live. Sometimes there are barriers or difficulties along the journey to becoming our ideal self. I want to work with you as you navigate these struggles. My goal is to create a safe place for you to be open, explore yourself, learn, grow and, most importantly, heal. I use a variety of techniques that will help guide our work together.
Accepting New Clients Immediately! Reach out today!
My belief for therapy is that everyone has a life in mind, a way they want to be, a way they want to live. Sometimes there are barriers or difficulties along the journey to becoming our ideal self. I want to work with you as you navigate these struggles. My goal is to create a safe place for you to be open, explore yourself, learn, grow and, most importantly, heal. I use a variety of techniques that will help guide our work together.
I work exclusively with First Responders and their spouses and families, offering a space where their unique experiences are understood and respected. My own background in public safety allows me to connect on a deeper level, providing care that is both relevant and effective. I also draw on my personal challenges to help break down the stigma around therapy—showing that the process can be a safe, supportive step toward feeling better, not something to fear.
I work exclusively with First Responders and their spouses and families, offering a space where their unique experiences are understood and respected. My own background in public safety allows me to connect on a deeper level, providing care that is both relevant and effective. I also draw on my personal challenges to help break down the stigma around therapy—showing that the process can be a safe, supportive step toward feeling better, not something to fear.
Hi, I'm Jacquie! Much of my work focuses on helping clients make meaningful, incremental steps toward lasting change. My clients come feeling burdened by the weight of their own expectations or challenging life experiences. They are individuals who struggles with self-criticism and self-doubt, working toward being connected with others while still feeling unseen in their relationships. Many of my clients are deeply self-aware while having difficulty managing big emotions such as anxiety, shame, or anger. They've been able to identify many of their challenges, but feel uncertain about how to create actual change.
Hi, I'm Jacquie! Much of my work focuses on helping clients make meaningful, incremental steps toward lasting change. My clients come feeling burdened by the weight of their own expectations or challenging life experiences. They are individuals who struggles with self-criticism and self-doubt, working toward being connected with others while still feeling unseen in their relationships. Many of my clients are deeply self-aware while having difficulty managing big emotions such as anxiety, shame, or anger. They've been able to identify many of their challenges, but feel uncertain about how to create actual change.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel empowering, but it can also feel confusing, heavy, or even a little scary. If you are feeling that way right now, please know that it is completely normal. I am so glad you are here.I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. My life’s work is helping people move out of survival mode and back into a life of genuine connection and stability.
Who I Walk Alongside: You do not have to carry your burdens alone. I specialize in supporting:
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel empowering, but it can also feel confusing, heavy, or even a little scary. If you are feeling that way right now, please know that it is completely normal. I am so glad you are here.I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. My life’s work is helping people move out of survival mode and back into a life of genuine connection and stability.
Who I Walk Alongside: You do not have to carry your burdens alone. I specialize in supporting:
Hello, my priority is to collaborate with you to build a life aligned with your strengths, values, and life aspirations. I am ready to partner with you on this journey of self-exploration and acceptance in a comfortable, relaxing, judgement-free environment. At times, this journey can be challenging and I am ready to support those challenges while also pushing you outside of your comfort zone if needed. This can be hard work and the ultimate goal for this therapeutic process is to leave you feeling empowered to embrace your needs and have hope for your future.
Hello, my priority is to collaborate with you to build a life aligned with your strengths, values, and life aspirations. I am ready to partner with you on this journey of self-exploration and acceptance in a comfortable, relaxing, judgement-free environment. At times, this journey can be challenging and I am ready to support those challenges while also pushing you outside of your comfort zone if needed. This can be hard work and the ultimate goal for this therapeutic process is to leave you feeling empowered to embrace your needs and have hope for your future.
It takes much courage and strength to pursue therapy and decide to make some changes in your life. As a therapist in a variety of outpatient and school settings, I have provided therapy to children, adolescents and adults for over 20 years. I believe in providing much needed empathy and support but I will also put forth the necessary energy and effort to help challenge you to grow. Sometimes unhealthy patterns and coping strategies from the past are currently interfering in reaching personal goals or in experiencing fulfilling relationships.
It takes much courage and strength to pursue therapy and decide to make some changes in your life. As a therapist in a variety of outpatient and school settings, I have provided therapy to children, adolescents and adults for over 20 years. I believe in providing much needed empathy and support but I will also put forth the necessary energy and effort to help challenge you to grow. Sometimes unhealthy patterns and coping strategies from the past are currently interfering in reaching personal goals or in experiencing fulfilling relationships.
Are you a helper, healer, or purpose-driven professional struggling with anxiety after an existential shift? Maybe you've been through trauma, spiritual awakening, or a life transition that left you questioning what matters now. I work with people (often people-pleasers) who need to process what has happened, manage the anxiety and emotional weight that comes with it, and find more alignment between their inner life and their daily life. Using EMDR, IFS, somatic approaches, and mindfulness, I help you move forward with more clarity, steadiness, and self-trust. Private pay with a sliding scale. Reach out to book a consultation.
Are you a helper, healer, or purpose-driven professional struggling with anxiety after an existential shift? Maybe you've been through trauma, spiritual awakening, or a life transition that left you questioning what matters now. I work with people (often people-pleasers) who need to process what has happened, manage the anxiety and emotional weight that comes with it, and find more alignment between their inner life and their daily life. Using EMDR, IFS, somatic approaches, and mindfulness, I help you move forward with more clarity, steadiness, and self-trust. Private pay with a sliding scale. Reach out to book a consultation.
Ideally, prospective clients view therapy as a collaborative process. They are ready to actively engage in working through their trauma, along with related symptoms of anxiety and depression. The main goal is to help make life’s challenges more manageable while also fostering post-traumatic growth.
Ideally, prospective clients view therapy as a collaborative process. They are ready to actively engage in working through their trauma, along with related symptoms of anxiety and depression. The main goal is to help make life’s challenges more manageable while also fostering post-traumatic growth.
We work with children, adolescents, adults and families struggling with various challenges including depression, anxiety, grief, self-confidence, trauma and addictions in a variety of settings.
We work with children, adolescents, adults and families struggling with various challenges including depression, anxiety, grief, self-confidence, trauma and addictions in a variety of settings.
My ideal client can be a military veteran, a single parent working two jobs to make ends meet, a first responder, a business executive with decades of experience, or a college student working at the local breakfast cafe. I work with individuals, couples, and I facilitate a monthly men's therapy group. Trauma is reflected individually, through marriages and all forms of partnership, and within family dynamics. There is hurt to be found in the human spirit and within the relationships people make. My ideal client is ready to collaborate in the therapeutic space toward greater self-acceptance and emotional healing.
My ideal client can be a military veteran, a single parent working two jobs to make ends meet, a first responder, a business executive with decades of experience, or a college student working at the local breakfast cafe. I work with individuals, couples, and I facilitate a monthly men's therapy group. Trauma is reflected individually, through marriages and all forms of partnership, and within family dynamics. There is hurt to be found in the human spirit and within the relationships people make. My ideal client is ready to collaborate in the therapeutic space toward greater self-acceptance and emotional healing.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming—uncertain, unfamiliar, even a little intimidating. But you don’t have to take that first step alone. My goal is to remove fear from the process and create a space where you feel safe, understood, and empowered from the moment we begin. In our work together, you’ll experience a partnership built on warmth, curiosity, creativity, and compassion. You will be seen, heard, and supported. Whether you’re facing a specific challenge or feeling disconnected from the person you want to be, we’ll navigate your journey together with clarity and intention.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming—uncertain, unfamiliar, even a little intimidating. But you don’t have to take that first step alone. My goal is to remove fear from the process and create a space where you feel safe, understood, and empowered from the moment we begin. In our work together, you’ll experience a partnership built on warmth, curiosity, creativity, and compassion. You will be seen, heard, and supported. Whether you’re facing a specific challenge or feeling disconnected from the person you want to be, we’ll navigate your journey together with clarity and intention.
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.
Keesha Anderson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia who has been practicing since 2019. Keesha helps her clients by creating a safe and supportive environment for them. She displays empathy and active listening skills and empowers clients to be the best that they can be in their journey of life. Keesha helps clients improve their interpersonal relationships by developing better communication skills, setting healthy boundaries, and understanding relational dynamics. Outside of work, Keesha loves to spend time with her family and friends.
Keesha Anderson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia who has been practicing since 2019. Keesha helps her clients by creating a safe and supportive environment for them. She displays empathy and active listening skills and empowers clients to be the best that they can be in their journey of life. Keesha helps clients improve their interpersonal relationships by developing better communication skills, setting healthy boundaries, and understanding relational dynamics. Outside of work, Keesha loves to spend time with her family and friends.
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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.