Therapists for Seniors in Bellevue, VA
Lily Sintayehu is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia who has been practicing since 2021. She has a Masters in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Lily works with her clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. She has experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and depression. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. Lily is here to support you in that process. Outside of work, Lily enjoys spending time with her son, reading, and watching old shows.
Lily Sintayehu is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia who has been practicing since 2021. She has a Masters in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Lily works with her clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. She has experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and depression. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. Lily is here to support you in that process. Outside of work, Lily enjoys spending time with her son, reading, and watching old shows.
In 2016, I graduated with a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP) in the state of Virginia. Previously, I have provided both individual and group therapy for non-profit agencies as well as worked as a crisis therapist. I am here to help you live the life you deserve. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and welcome all people to my practice. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, addiction, and stress management.
In 2016, I graduated with a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP) in the state of Virginia. Previously, I have provided both individual and group therapy for non-profit agencies as well as worked as a crisis therapist. I am here to help you live the life you deserve. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and welcome all people to my practice. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, addiction, and stress management.
Witnessing individuals rediscover their distinct expression of wholeness and well-being is a profound privilege. Clients can anticipate engaging in a collaborative journey with me, delving into self discovery, setting objectives, and jointly pursuing an enhanced sense of well-being, self acceptance, and personal empowerment.
Witnessing individuals rediscover their distinct expression of wholeness and well-being is a profound privilege. Clients can anticipate engaging in a collaborative journey with me, delving into self discovery, setting objectives, and jointly pursuing an enhanced sense of well-being, self acceptance, and personal empowerment.
Self-growth isn't easy. Making the decision to grow and heal is even more difficult. Know that you won't be walking down the path of healing by yourself. I'm excited to see the work that you and I will accomplish and the goals you'll achieve by choosing yourself, growth, and healing! Blending my clinical experience and neuroscience educational and research background, I help clients better understand the challenges that bring them to therapy, destigmatize their struggles, and identify affirming, empowering solutions that increase confidence and self-connection.
Self-growth isn't easy. Making the decision to grow and heal is even more difficult. Know that you won't be walking down the path of healing by yourself. I'm excited to see the work that you and I will accomplish and the goals you'll achieve by choosing yourself, growth, and healing! Blending my clinical experience and neuroscience educational and research background, I help clients better understand the challenges that bring them to therapy, destigmatize their struggles, and identify affirming, empowering solutions that increase confidence and self-connection.
She provides therapy for adolescents, adults, and seniors through LifeStance Health, supporting clients as they work through challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction.
Melody is deeply passionate about helping those recently discharged from psychiatric hospitalization, individuals navigating court-ordered treatment, and those involved in workers’ compensation cases.Melody is deeply passionate about helping those recently discharged from psychiatric hospitalization, individuals navigating court-ordered treatment, and those
She provides therapy for adolescents, adults, and seniors through LifeStance Health, supporting clients as they work through challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction.
Melody is deeply passionate about helping those recently discharged from psychiatric hospitalization, individuals navigating court-ordered treatment, and those involved in workers’ compensation cases.Melody is deeply passionate about helping those recently discharged from psychiatric hospitalization, individuals navigating court-ordered treatment, and those
Many clients I work with are capable, thoughtful people who’ve spent years managing on their own, thinking their way through problems, holding it together for others, and pushing emotions aside until they become too loud to ignore. Despite insight and effort, they feel stuck in the same patterns.
In therapy, I focus on building a relationship where you feel safe exploring what’s happening beneath the surface and supported in taking emotional risks that lead to real change. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or repeating relationship patterns, therapy can be a space to move beyond coping and toward clarity and relief.
Many clients I work with are capable, thoughtful people who’ve spent years managing on their own, thinking their way through problems, holding it together for others, and pushing emotions aside until they become too loud to ignore. Despite insight and effort, they feel stuck in the same patterns.
In therapy, I focus on building a relationship where you feel safe exploring what’s happening beneath the surface and supported in taking emotional risks that lead to real change. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or repeating relationship patterns, therapy can be a space to move beyond coping and toward clarity and relief.
I am Paula O’Leary, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has worked in the mental health field for 15 years in a variety of settings, including outpatient, school, community-based, residential, hospital, and correctional environments. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, substance use, and other issues. I completed my master's degree at Cardinal Stritch University and have also completed additional training in trauma, obtaining certification as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).
I am Paula O’Leary, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has worked in the mental health field for 15 years in a variety of settings, including outpatient, school, community-based, residential, hospital, and correctional environments. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, substance use, and other issues. I completed my master's degree at Cardinal Stritch University and have also completed additional training in trauma, obtaining certification as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).
I'm Andy Smith, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia with over 10 years of experience dedicated to empowering children, adolescents, adults, and families in navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, family conflict, and trauma. I completed my Bachelor of Science in Creative Advertising with a minor in Psychology, followed by a Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA.
I'm Andy Smith, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia with over 10 years of experience dedicated to empowering children, adolescents, adults, and families in navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, family conflict, and trauma. I completed my Bachelor of Science in Creative Advertising with a minor in Psychology, followed by a Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, families, and adults. I have extensive in patient and outpatient clinical experience working with adolescents and adults who have significant trauma histories. In addition, I have worked in Emergency Services for over a decade, helping clients navigate life threatening crisis situations. I am a level 3 trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist. I use this strengths based approach to help my clients reconnect to/nurture disowned parts of themselves that carry emotional pain.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, families, and adults. I have extensive in patient and outpatient clinical experience working with adolescents and adults who have significant trauma histories. In addition, I have worked in Emergency Services for over a decade, helping clients navigate life threatening crisis situations. I am a level 3 trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist. I use this strengths based approach to help my clients reconnect to/nurture disowned parts of themselves that carry emotional pain.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience. I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, stress management, phase-of-life changes, depression, trauma, grief and loss, substance abuse, and relationship or communication challenges. I am passionate about supporting clients through life’s transitions with compassion, insight, and evidence-based care.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience. I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, stress management, phase-of-life changes, depression, trauma, grief and loss, substance abuse, and relationship or communication challenges. I am passionate about supporting clients through life’s transitions with compassion, insight, and evidence-based care.
You are a unique, deeply loved child of God. That's the truth. The problem is, that as soon as you were born, sin--first others' and then your own--began to cloud your identity. I see counseling as clearing away those sin clouds to uncover your true self. And, as you seek to repair yourself and your broken relationships, I would love to help you apply Christ's principles of prayer, repentance, forgiveness, holy purpose, & sacrificial love to your way of living so that you might bring greater peace and happiness to yourself and those around you. For more info, check out my book "99 Soul Stretches..." to be found on Amazon Kindle.
You are a unique, deeply loved child of God. That's the truth. The problem is, that as soon as you were born, sin--first others' and then your own--began to cloud your identity. I see counseling as clearing away those sin clouds to uncover your true self. And, as you seek to repair yourself and your broken relationships, I would love to help you apply Christ's principles of prayer, repentance, forgiveness, holy purpose, & sacrificial love to your way of living so that you might bring greater peace and happiness to yourself and those around you. For more info, check out my book "99 Soul Stretches..." to be found on Amazon Kindle.
I am Patricia "Tricia" McCarty, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys helping people work through life transitions, addiction, grief/loss, chronic illness/pain, anxiety, depression, stress, and low self-esteem. I use a humanistic approach and a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, strength-based, narrative, acceptance and commitment, expressive art as therapy, and positive psychotherapy. I completed my Master of Social Work at Virginia Commonwealth University.
I am Patricia "Tricia" McCarty, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys helping people work through life transitions, addiction, grief/loss, chronic illness/pain, anxiety, depression, stress, and low self-esteem. I use a humanistic approach and a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, strength-based, narrative, acceptance and commitment, expressive art as therapy, and positive psychotherapy. I completed my Master of Social Work at Virginia Commonwealth University.
I have experience working with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, coping with lifestyle transitions and stress and trauma. I believe that therapy is an opportunity for exploration and growth. Starting the therapeutic journey can be daunting and my goal is to walk alongside and empower clients to reach their goals. My approach is to help clients develop skills they need to cope with stress, emotions, and challenges while keeping in mind that different strategies will work for different people. Most importantly, the relationship I aspire to cultivate between each client will instill hope and self-acceptance.
I have experience working with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, coping with lifestyle transitions and stress and trauma. I believe that therapy is an opportunity for exploration and growth. Starting the therapeutic journey can be daunting and my goal is to walk alongside and empower clients to reach their goals. My approach is to help clients develop skills they need to cope with stress, emotions, and challenges while keeping in mind that different strategies will work for different people. Most importantly, the relationship I aspire to cultivate between each client will instill hope and self-acceptance.
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 offer compassionate and professional online psychotherapy for adults navigating life's challenges.
I offer compassionate and professional online psychotherapy for adults navigating life's challenges.
Gabrelle has expertise in variety of clinical settings utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy. Gabrelle has a passion for helping adults, children, and families identify struggles, build coping skills, and build healthy relationships in the world around them. Gabrelle received her Master's in Social Work (2020) from Louisiana State University. Gabrelle is a caring, humorous, and spunky therapist with expertise in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life changes, and relationships.
Gabrelle has expertise in variety of clinical settings utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy. Gabrelle has a passion for helping adults, children, and families identify struggles, build coping skills, and build healthy relationships in the world around them. Gabrelle received her Master's in Social Work (2020) from Louisiana State University. Gabrelle is a caring, humorous, and spunky therapist with expertise in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life changes, and relationships.
She provides a supportive and compassionate space for adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors to work through challenges such as anxiety, depression, and difficult life transitions.
Megan offers individual therapy, couples counseling, and family therapy, using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness practices. She also works closely with adoption and foster care populations, individuals on the autism spectrum, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.Megan offe
She provides a supportive and compassionate space for adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors to work through challenges such as anxiety, depression, and difficult life transitions.
Megan offers individual therapy, couples counseling, and family therapy, using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness practices. She also works closely with adoption and foster care populations, individuals on the autism spectrum, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.Megan offe
As we are facing uncertainty you may feel overwhelmed. You may have a loved with special needs and trying to navigate through day to day life while home. I am here if you want to talk about it. Life can present many challenges. Are you looking for extra support, guidance and a listening ear? I am passionate about helping individuals who are struggling emotionally. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve those challenges in your life. It would be a pleasure to walk alongside you on your journey and help you to achieve your goals.
As we are facing uncertainty you may feel overwhelmed. You may have a loved with special needs and trying to navigate through day to day life while home. I am here if you want to talk about it. Life can present many challenges. Are you looking for extra support, guidance and a listening ear? I am passionate about helping individuals who are struggling emotionally. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve those challenges in your life. It would be a pleasure to walk alongside you on your journey and help you to achieve your goals.
Lewis Slusher, LMFT, helps individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s most complex emotional challenges with care, clarity, and clinical expertise. Serving communities throughout Virginia, he works with children, adolescents, and adults to manage and overcome conditions such as anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD. Whether supporting a child through behavioral concerns or guiding adults through relationship or life-stage transitions, Lewis offers a compassionate and collaborative therapeutic experience designed to foster long-term growth.Lewis Slusher, LMFT, helps individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s most complex emotional
Lewis Slusher, LMFT, helps individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s most complex emotional challenges with care, clarity, and clinical expertise. Serving communities throughout Virginia, he works with children, adolescents, and adults to manage and overcome conditions such as anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD. Whether supporting a child through behavioral concerns or guiding adults through relationship or life-stage transitions, Lewis offers a compassionate and collaborative therapeutic experience designed to foster long-term growth.Lewis Slusher, LMFT, helps individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s most complex emotional
Therapy doesn't have to feel like just another thing you "should" be doing. You're trying to be the best you can be, but you feel the weight of life's burdens on your shoulders. Perhaps you are feeling lost or alone in where to start, or you are so deep-ache tired that you don't even have the energy to begin. Are you usually the one responsible for taking care of other's needs, often at the expense of your own? Maybe it's time to take a step back and take care of you. There's an infinite world within you that is waiting to be freed from all of the burdens you carry, and I can help!
Therapy doesn't have to feel like just another thing you "should" be doing. You're trying to be the best you can be, but you feel the weight of life's burdens on your shoulders. Perhaps you are feeling lost or alone in where to start, or you are so deep-ache tired that you don't even have the energy to begin. Are you usually the one responsible for taking care of other's needs, often at the expense of your own? Maybe it's time to take a step back and take care of you. There's an infinite world within you that is waiting to be freed from all of the burdens you carry, and I can help!
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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.