Therapists for Seniors in Lexington, VA
You might be feeling disconnected from yourself, overwhelmed by expectations, or unsure how to move forward. Maybe you’ve carried emotional pain for a long time, or you’re starting to notice patterns in relationships that no longer feel aligned.
If you’re longing for more balance, self-trust, and a deeper sense of purpose, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it on your own.
My approach is relational and trauma-informed, using the relationship as a space for healing. A central focus of my work is EMDR therapy, an evidence-based method that helps the brain and nervous system heal stored past experiences.
You might be feeling disconnected from yourself, overwhelmed by expectations, or unsure how to move forward. Maybe you’ve carried emotional pain for a long time, or you’re starting to notice patterns in relationships that no longer feel aligned.
If you’re longing for more balance, self-trust, and a deeper sense of purpose, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it on your own.
My approach is relational and trauma-informed, using the relationship as a space for healing. A central focus of my work is EMDR therapy, an evidence-based method that helps the brain and nervous system heal stored past experiences.
I am a graduate of George Mason University and a dedicated clinician currently working under supervision toward my Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential. I am passionate about providing trauma-informed, compassionate care to individuals navigating life’s challenges, with a particular focus on substance use, emotional regulation, and personal growth.
I am a graduate of George Mason University and a dedicated clinician currently working under supervision toward my Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential. I am passionate about providing trauma-informed, compassionate care to individuals navigating life’s challenges, with a particular focus on substance use, emotional regulation, and personal growth.
Sarah Hagenbuch Well+Being Counseling,
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
5 Endorsed
Lexington, VA 24450
I find being human is hard at times, maybe you do too. It can help to know you aren't alone. Many of those I work with struggle with feeling not “good enough,” a critical inner voice, and overwhelming hurt and pain. Others are navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, relational brokenness, and loss.
Are hope, healing, freedom and healthy relationships things you are longing for? I believe I can help. I offer a safe space to share your struggles and pain. I am a fellow human on my own mental health journey and I offer the presence of someone who has experienced both difficulties in life and healing.
I find being human is hard at times, maybe you do too. It can help to know you aren't alone. Many of those I work with struggle with feeling not “good enough,” a critical inner voice, and overwhelming hurt and pain. Others are navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, relational brokenness, and loss.
Are hope, healing, freedom and healthy relationships things you are longing for? I believe I can help. I offer a safe space to share your struggles and pain. I am a fellow human on my own mental health journey and I offer the presence of someone who has experienced both difficulties in life and healing.
After experiencing the loss of a loved one it is hard to integrate this loss into your life. Although we all experience loss, society is still under the assumption that you are supposed to move forward at a fast pace. I am here to meet you where you are and provide a sacred space to honor your grief. Grief comes in all shapes and sizes and is not necessarily death related. All losses are valid. I am here to help give you supportive tools and walk with you along your grief journey.
After experiencing the loss of a loved one it is hard to integrate this loss into your life. Although we all experience loss, society is still under the assumption that you are supposed to move forward at a fast pace. I am here to meet you where you are and provide a sacred space to honor your grief. Grief comes in all shapes and sizes and is not necessarily death related. All losses are valid. I am here to help give you supportive tools and walk with you along your grief journey.
Patti McCarthy Broderick
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, BCCC
2 Endorsed
Lexington, VA 24450
Patti has had the privilege of counseling since the early 90s. She views the study of psychology as another venue for the general revelation of God. However, she considers His special revelation, the Word of God written in the Bible, to be divinely inspired truth through which all general revelation must be filtered. Therefore, in her approach to counseling, she attempts to use Scripture as the primary lens and psychology as a secondary lens for her theoretical formulation. Since man does not address his trials in isolation, she tends to be holistic in her approach to counseling by integrating all factors, which impact functioning.
Patti has had the privilege of counseling since the early 90s. She views the study of psychology as another venue for the general revelation of God. However, she considers His special revelation, the Word of God written in the Bible, to be divinely inspired truth through which all general revelation must be filtered. Therefore, in her approach to counseling, she attempts to use Scripture as the primary lens and psychology as a secondary lens for her theoretical formulation. Since man does not address his trials in isolation, she tends to be holistic in her approach to counseling by integrating all factors, which impact functioning.
As a counselor, I believe everyone has strengths and can learn to see their human worth. I believe counseling is a process to help you address your concerns, come to a greater understanding of yourself, learn effective personal/interpersonal coping strategies, and develop balance in life. Often, we are not taught how to manage difficult emotions and heal from life events. I hope to develop a relationship with you to offer guidance and support to you along your journey of self-awareness, self-compassion, developing balance, healing, and living a more fulfilling life. I tend to take a strength based and person-centered approach.
As a counselor, I believe everyone has strengths and can learn to see their human worth. I believe counseling is a process to help you address your concerns, come to a greater understanding of yourself, learn effective personal/interpersonal coping strategies, and develop balance in life. Often, we are not taught how to manage difficult emotions and heal from life events. I hope to develop a relationship with you to offer guidance and support to you along your journey of self-awareness, self-compassion, developing balance, healing, and living a more fulfilling life. I tend to take a strength based and person-centered approach.
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life today. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life today. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
My clinical work has consisted of treating a variety of clients with different backgrounds and concerns. I am particularly interested and experienced in exploring interpersonal relationship problems, self-esteem, family of origin issues, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and LGBTQAI+ issues. I enjoy facilitating individual, couples and family therapy with adults. As a compassionate, holistic & pragmatic clinician, I work with clients to meet their self-identified goals. I view myself more as a guide and mentor than expert. Clients have described me as "personable" and "real." I am genuine, authentic and appropriately transparent.
My clinical work has consisted of treating a variety of clients with different backgrounds and concerns. I am particularly interested and experienced in exploring interpersonal relationship problems, self-esteem, family of origin issues, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and LGBTQAI+ issues. I enjoy facilitating individual, couples and family therapy with adults. As a compassionate, holistic & pragmatic clinician, I work with clients to meet their self-identified goals. I view myself more as a guide and mentor than expert. Clients have described me as "personable" and "real." I am genuine, authentic and appropriately transparent.
I work with adults and older adults.
I have a diverse range of experiences providing counseling in various settings. I've worked in hospice providing grief counseling as well as hospital settings such as spinal cord injury units and dialysis centers. I also have worked in domestic violence shelters and nursing homes.
I work with adults and older adults.
I have a diverse range of experiences providing counseling in various settings. I've worked in hospice providing grief counseling as well as hospital settings such as spinal cord injury units and dialysis centers. I also have worked in domestic violence shelters and nursing homes.
I trust in your ability to heal yourself - Peter Levine:
Trauma is pervasive and misunderstood in our fast paced world and many of us do not understand how our nervous system, brain, and soul are impacted by day to day stressful events. At the Rockbridge Wellness Group we focus on the use of somatic techniques to heal single source, complex, and developmental trauma. Therapy centers on identifying the maladaptive patterns that were established during stressful childhood experiences and moving the nervous system through a series of step to purge, heal, and establish new ways of living.
I trust in your ability to heal yourself - Peter Levine:
Trauma is pervasive and misunderstood in our fast paced world and many of us do not understand how our nervous system, brain, and soul are impacted by day to day stressful events. At the Rockbridge Wellness Group we focus on the use of somatic techniques to heal single source, complex, and developmental trauma. Therapy centers on identifying the maladaptive patterns that were established during stressful childhood experiences and moving the nervous system through a series of step to purge, heal, and establish new ways of living.
You shouldn’t have to wait weeks to get the support you need. Same-day and next-day first appointments are often available.
The right therapist can help you move forward with confidence and clarity. At Lifebulb, we hire licensed clinicians who love what they do and are dedicated to helping clients succeed. We offer in-person and online therapy with a focus on personalized care, practical tools, and support tailored to your unique goals and challenges.
You shouldn’t have to wait weeks to get the support you need. Same-day and next-day first appointments are often available.
The right therapist can help you move forward with confidence and clarity. At Lifebulb, we hire licensed clinicians who love what they do and are dedicated to helping clients succeed. We offer in-person and online therapy with a focus on personalized care, practical tools, and support tailored to your unique goals and challenges.
It is vital to provide a supportive, attuned presence to help my patients work through the struggles, problems, and difficulties that have brought them into treatment. I build a relationship of trust with my patients to help them feel the support and care I have for them. Diligently exploring a patient's negative emotions and problematic relationships leads to healing. Through simple challenges, highlighting interpersonal and emotional patterns, encouragement, and honest feedback, I aim to help the patient feel the love and support needed to heal and change.
It is vital to provide a supportive, attuned presence to help my patients work through the struggles, problems, and difficulties that have brought them into treatment. I build a relationship of trust with my patients to help them feel the support and care I have for them. Diligently exploring a patient's negative emotions and problematic relationships leads to healing. Through simple challenges, highlighting interpersonal and emotional patterns, encouragement, and honest feedback, I aim to help the patient feel the love and support needed to heal and change.
School and work don’t have to be miserable for people with ADHD. As an ADHD Coach, Productivity Psychologist, and former Psychology Professor, I’ve developed actionable techniques for thriving with ADHD. I help students (high school through college) and working professionals to befriend their ADHD and make it their biggest advantage in their work.
School and work don’t have to be miserable for people with ADHD. As an ADHD Coach, Productivity Psychologist, and former Psychology Professor, I’ve developed actionable techniques for thriving with ADHD. I help students (high school through college) and working professionals to befriend their ADHD and make it their biggest advantage in their work.
I see counseling as a collaborative journey. I desire to create an atmosphere that is comfortable and accepting. My primary goal is to come alongside the client and assist in managing issues that can cause one to feel stuck or overwhelmed. Whether it’s navigating anxiety, a strained relationship, stress, or a major life transition, our work can provide clarity, relief, and real tools to help you move forward.
I see counseling as a collaborative journey. I desire to create an atmosphere that is comfortable and accepting. My primary goal is to come alongside the client and assist in managing issues that can cause one to feel stuck or overwhelmed. Whether it’s navigating anxiety, a strained relationship, stress, or a major life transition, our work can provide clarity, relief, and real tools to help you move forward.
Katie Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck? I would be honored to be a participant in your journey towards change. When working with individuals, I seek to provide a safe space for people to consider how their lived experiences, ways of thinking and environments impact their mental health and the way that they feel. Together, we can explore ways in which to create change, while discovering coping skills, and examining how patterns of thinking can impact our decisions, behaviors, and moods.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck? I would be honored to be a participant in your journey towards change. When working with individuals, I seek to provide a safe space for people to consider how their lived experiences, ways of thinking and environments impact their mental health and the way that they feel. Together, we can explore ways in which to create change, while discovering coping skills, and examining how patterns of thinking can impact our decisions, behaviors, and moods.
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Hello, I'm Melissa. Are you feeling lost, stressed or overwhelmed? Taking the steps to make changes in your life is the beginning of enhancing your well being. I strongly believe in working with you to create techniques to fit your specific needs for happiness. Together we will customize a treatment plan to help guide you on a path to a healthy body and mind. We will work towards finding proper self-care skills, balance, and coping skills that work for you. I specialize in providing therapy for adolescents, adults, couples and families of varied needs, including anxiety, depression, and addiction.
Hello, I'm Melissa. Are you feeling lost, stressed or overwhelmed? Taking the steps to make changes in your life is the beginning of enhancing your well being. I strongly believe in working with you to create techniques to fit your specific needs for happiness. Together we will customize a treatment plan to help guide you on a path to a healthy body and mind. We will work towards finding proper self-care skills, balance, and coping skills that work for you. I specialize in providing therapy for adolescents, adults, couples and families of varied needs, including anxiety, depression, and addiction.
My style is interactive, behavioral, and usually short-term. I'm curious about where and how clients get stuck in running their lives, solving their own problems. I focus on helping clients break dysfunctional patterns, take acceptable risks, and approach problems in a more flexible way. There's homework and new behaviors to try during the week. I have written 13 books on couple & family therapy, anxiety, depression & anger, brief therapy, clinical supervision, as well as over 300 articles. I write an online column for Psychology Today entitled Fixing Families and have provided trainings nationally.
My style is interactive, behavioral, and usually short-term. I'm curious about where and how clients get stuck in running their lives, solving their own problems. I focus on helping clients break dysfunctional patterns, take acceptable risks, and approach problems in a more flexible way. There's homework and new behaviors to try during the week. I have written 13 books on couple & family therapy, anxiety, depression & anger, brief therapy, clinical supervision, as well as over 300 articles. I write an online column for Psychology Today entitled Fixing Families and have provided trainings nationally.
I'm Bryan Hunsley, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with five years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. My focus is on helping clients navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, substance abuse, and crisis intervention.
I'm Bryan Hunsley, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with five years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. My focus is on helping clients navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, substance abuse, and crisis intervention.
Hi, I’m Johnathan, and I believe therapy is most effective when you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported. I strive to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where we can work together to navigate life’s challenges and build on your strengths. Over the past 10 years, I’ve had the privilege of working in a variety of mental health settings, including inpatient care, substance use treatment, school-based therapy, outpatient therapy, and with first responders. I am also trained in EMDR and have experience helping clients work through trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, and other life difficulties.
Hi, I’m Johnathan, and I believe therapy is most effective when you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported. I strive to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where we can work together to navigate life’s challenges and build on your strengths. Over the past 10 years, I’ve had the privilege of working in a variety of mental health settings, including inpatient care, substance use treatment, school-based therapy, outpatient therapy, and with first responders. I am also trained in EMDR and have experience helping clients work through trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, and other life difficulties.
In our work together, I am committed to fostering a safe and affirming space where our therapeutic relationship is rooted in empathy and trust. I use an integrative, person centered approach to therapy which recognizes the impact of the parts that make each of us unique including social, cultural, and environmental factors. In our sessions, I will incorporate techniques from different therapeutic modalities, such as ERP, EMDR, and IFS, which are best suited to your unique needs. I value creating a safe environment, free from judgement, where you are able to exercise curiosity and explore your thoughts and feelings.
In our work together, I am committed to fostering a safe and affirming space where our therapeutic relationship is rooted in empathy and trust. I use an integrative, person centered approach to therapy which recognizes the impact of the parts that make each of us unique including social, cultural, and environmental factors. In our sessions, I will incorporate techniques from different therapeutic modalities, such as ERP, EMDR, and IFS, which are best suited to your unique needs. I value creating a safe environment, free from judgement, where you are able to exercise curiosity and explore your thoughts and feelings.
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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.