Therapists for Seniors in Oregon, WI
My approach is rooted in Gestalt therapy, focusing on increasing self-awareness, emotional understanding, and meaningful personal growth. I work with clients experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD symptoms, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm.
My approach is rooted in Gestalt therapy, focusing on increasing self-awareness, emotional understanding, and meaningful personal growth. I work with clients experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD symptoms, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm.
I originally trained in Developmental Psychology, and I use a lifespan perspective to understand how prior learning influenced a person to become "stuck" or thwarted in their growth and development. For me, labels mean less than the lived experience of the individual. I use humor to keep meetings joyful, and make sure sessions end on a positive note. If therapy is all pain, who would want to go back for more? I believe that everything makes sense, and we can build an understanding together. Then we can focus on how to use existing strengths and new learning to promote a life of thriving and continued growing.
I originally trained in Developmental Psychology, and I use a lifespan perspective to understand how prior learning influenced a person to become "stuck" or thwarted in their growth and development. For me, labels mean less than the lived experience of the individual. I use humor to keep meetings joyful, and make sure sessions end on a positive note. If therapy is all pain, who would want to go back for more? I believe that everything makes sense, and we can build an understanding together. Then we can focus on how to use existing strengths and new learning to promote a life of thriving and continued growing.
Hi, I’m Dr. Valerie, If you need evening or weekend appointments, I have open appointments! I approach therapy from a lifespan perspective, and I prioritize the lived experience of each individual—what they’ve felt, survived, and internalized. My sessions are grounded in compassion, curiosity, and a belief that everything makes sense once we understand the full context. I use humor and warmth to create a safe, engaging space, ensuring we end each session on a positive, empowering tone. I am certified by the Department of Veteran's Affairs in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Hi, I’m Dr. Valerie, If you need evening or weekend appointments, I have open appointments! I approach therapy from a lifespan perspective, and I prioritize the lived experience of each individual—what they’ve felt, survived, and internalized. My sessions are grounded in compassion, curiosity, and a belief that everything makes sense once we understand the full context. I use humor and warmth to create a safe, engaging space, ensuring we end each session on a positive, empowering tone. I am certified by the Department of Veteran's Affairs in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
My focus is to provide practical, solution-focused care that helps individuals navigate ADHD, generalized anxiety disorder, stress, and work-related stress. I draw from a diverse clinical background in mental health, social work, and addictions counseling to support clients in building on their strengths and creating meaningful, sustainable change. My approach emphasizes present-focused strategies, realistic goal-setting, and empowering clients with tools to manage daily challenges with confidence.
My focus is to provide practical, solution-focused care that helps individuals navigate ADHD, generalized anxiety disorder, stress, and work-related stress. I draw from a diverse clinical background in mental health, social work, and addictions counseling to support clients in building on their strengths and creating meaningful, sustainable change. My approach emphasizes present-focused strategies, realistic goal-setting, and empowering clients with tools to manage daily challenges with confidence.
Are you ready to discover the best version of yourself? My goal in practice is to guide you through your own awareness of your inner strengths and resiliency. I provide support to individuals by meeting you where you are at on your own life journey. I take a holistic approach to serve you as the individual, connecting mind, body and spirit. I can help provide the tools for your own tool box of life and accompany you through those issues that can keep you from being the best version of yourself.
Are you ready to discover the best version of yourself? My goal in practice is to guide you through your own awareness of your inner strengths and resiliency. I provide support to individuals by meeting you where you are at on your own life journey. I take a holistic approach to serve you as the individual, connecting mind, body and spirit. I can help provide the tools for your own tool box of life and accompany you through those issues that can keep you from being the best version of yourself.
Hi! I'm Kerri. I am a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and move toward greater emotional well-being. I work with adults and elders experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, life transitions, relationship concerns, stress, trauma, and other mental health concerns. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can gain a deeper understanding of yourself, strengthen your resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Hi! I'm Kerri. I am a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and move toward greater emotional well-being. I work with adults and elders experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, life transitions, relationship concerns, stress, trauma, and other mental health concerns. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can gain a deeper understanding of yourself, strengthen your resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Welcome. It can be hard to reach out. It is an honor and a privilege for me to be let into a client’s life to work together to address concerns. Gaining an understanding of your perspective and experiences, practicing nonjudgmental acceptance and gentleness, and sitting with painful emotions together are all part of the process. I want to hear how you are experiencing this process, and believe that our honest, open communication can lead to greater trust and deeper work.
Welcome. It can be hard to reach out. It is an honor and a privilege for me to be let into a client’s life to work together to address concerns. Gaining an understanding of your perspective and experiences, practicing nonjudgmental acceptance and gentleness, and sitting with painful emotions together are all part of the process. I want to hear how you are experiencing this process, and believe that our honest, open communication can lead to greater trust and deeper work.
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I love helping families whose parents or children are struggling for any reason. As a grade school classroom teacher and later a high school special ed. teacher I often heard how hard it can be when a parent or child is stressed or unhappy. This led me to want to support families through hard times, in school and out. My work includes working with parents, parent/child relationships, and even siblings.
Other times I work with individuals and couples of all ages who are wanting to strengthen their relationships.
All in all, I love to work with anyone who would like less suffering and more joy in their relationships and life.
I love helping families whose parents or children are struggling for any reason. As a grade school classroom teacher and later a high school special ed. teacher I often heard how hard it can be when a parent or child is stressed or unhappy. This led me to want to support families through hard times, in school and out. My work includes working with parents, parent/child relationships, and even siblings.
Other times I work with individuals and couples of all ages who are wanting to strengthen their relationships.
All in all, I love to work with anyone who would like less suffering and more joy in their relationships and life.
Hello! My name is Renee Knoble, and I am a new psychotherapist at New Growth Mental Health Counseling! My professional background is in the field of social work in the area of health, aging, and disability, and I am open to providing psychotherapy services to individuals across the lifespan. I received my Master of Social Work degree (MSW), and Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degree in Psychology and Anthropology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and I am currently licensed as an Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW). I have completed therapeutic training in both bottom- up (DBT) and top-down approaches (CBT)
Hello! My name is Renee Knoble, and I am a new psychotherapist at New Growth Mental Health Counseling! My professional background is in the field of social work in the area of health, aging, and disability, and I am open to providing psychotherapy services to individuals across the lifespan. I received my Master of Social Work degree (MSW), and Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degree in Psychology and Anthropology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and I am currently licensed as an Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW). I have completed therapeutic training in both bottom- up (DBT) and top-down approaches (CBT)
Whatever you are struggling with doesn’t have to be handled by yourself. Maybe isolation has been your thing for a while but you’re ready for a change. Maybe the dishes are piling up, your head is buzzing with thoughts, or you want to do the thing but you just can’t seem to do it. Perhaps grief, stress, or transitions are overwhelming you and you’re not sure what to do. It’s a unique and challenging time to be a human. That being said, representation matters, even in therapeutic spaces. As an AuDHD and queer-identified therapist, I know how helpful it can be to talk to someone who gets it.
Whatever you are struggling with doesn’t have to be handled by yourself. Maybe isolation has been your thing for a while but you’re ready for a change. Maybe the dishes are piling up, your head is buzzing with thoughts, or you want to do the thing but you just can’t seem to do it. Perhaps grief, stress, or transitions are overwhelming you and you’re not sure what to do. It’s a unique and challenging time to be a human. That being said, representation matters, even in therapeutic spaces. As an AuDHD and queer-identified therapist, I know how helpful it can be to talk to someone who gets it.
Welcome to Center for Change! We have two locations to best serve you, located in both Walworth and Jefferson. We are passionate about serving others through their most difficult life transitions. All of our counselors are Christian counselors who understand the role faith plays in life struggles. Our desire is to walk alongside you while providing competent and professional mental health services.
Welcome to Center for Change! We have two locations to best serve you, located in both Walworth and Jefferson. We are passionate about serving others through their most difficult life transitions. All of our counselors are Christian counselors who understand the role faith plays in life struggles. Our desire is to walk alongside you while providing competent and professional mental health services.
Are you searching for more support as life brings you change and challenges? You deserve dedicating time and energy to yourself. I focus on giving you support and teaching skills, while also challenging you to take action towards your goals.
I am an outpatient therapist with a passion to support you in your pursuit of building a life you genuinely enjoy. While I am licensed to treat any mental health or substance use disorder, I specialize in perinatal mental health - including the pregnancy and postpartum period, as well as fertility struggles, perinatal grief and loss, and identity and relationship changes.
Are you searching for more support as life brings you change and challenges? You deserve dedicating time and energy to yourself. I focus on giving you support and teaching skills, while also challenging you to take action towards your goals.
I am an outpatient therapist with a passion to support you in your pursuit of building a life you genuinely enjoy. While I am licensed to treat any mental health or substance use disorder, I specialize in perinatal mental health - including the pregnancy and postpartum period, as well as fertility struggles, perinatal grief and loss, and identity and relationship changes.
My ideal client comes from a family who did not discuss feelings and thinks doing that might make them seem weak. Clients tell me their intimate relationships have become roommate situations. I work with folks who try not to show emotion, who are burdened by everyday living, who struggle to get or stay in shape, who can't sleep well, who feel lonely, who get angry at fellow drivers, who wonder what their life is all about, and who even say they swear too much. I will listen and help you try to make some sense of it all.
My ideal client comes from a family who did not discuss feelings and thinks doing that might make them seem weak. Clients tell me their intimate relationships have become roommate situations. I work with folks who try not to show emotion, who are burdened by everyday living, who struggle to get or stay in shape, who can't sleep well, who feel lonely, who get angry at fellow drivers, who wonder what their life is all about, and who even say they swear too much. I will listen and help you try to make some sense of it all.
I work with adults navigating the impacts of trauma, grief and loss, life changes, and relationship challenges. I also support those navigating oppressive systems and individuals looking to increase boundary setting and communication skills in order to hone their voice and better speak for their needs.
I work with adults navigating the impacts of trauma, grief and loss, life changes, and relationship challenges. I also support those navigating oppressive systems and individuals looking to increase boundary setting and communication skills in order to hone their voice and better speak for their needs.
I provide a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where clients can focus on their mental wellness with confidence and clarity. My goal is to create an environment where you feel safe to be yourself—openly exploring your thoughts, emotions, and without fear of criticism. Together, we’ll build greater self-awareness and develop practical coping strategies that support lasting growth. My approach balances genuine empathy with light, appropriate humor, helping sessions feel both meaningful and comfortable. Therapy doesn’t have to feel intimidating—it can be a steady, collaborative process grounded in trust & understanding.
I provide a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where clients can focus on their mental wellness with confidence and clarity. My goal is to create an environment where you feel safe to be yourself—openly exploring your thoughts, emotions, and without fear of criticism. Together, we’ll build greater self-awareness and develop practical coping strategies that support lasting growth. My approach balances genuine empathy with light, appropriate humor, helping sessions feel both meaningful and comfortable. Therapy doesn’t have to feel intimidating—it can be a steady, collaborative process grounded in trust & understanding.
Please note that I have an active license in both Wisconsin and Colorado. Over 20 years of experience in the medical and mental health fields serves as the foundation for me to provide compassionate and competent therapy and consultation services. I see individual adults, teens and children, as well as couples, parents and families. I have experience working with younger children; development screening for infants and toddlers, and providing play therapy with children starting at 3 yrs. I also specialize in EMDR and use this this technique for a wide range of client concerns.
Please note that I have an active license in both Wisconsin and Colorado. Over 20 years of experience in the medical and mental health fields serves as the foundation for me to provide compassionate and competent therapy and consultation services. I see individual adults, teens and children, as well as couples, parents and families. I have experience working with younger children; development screening for infants and toddlers, and providing play therapy with children starting at 3 yrs. I also specialize in EMDR and use this this technique for a wide range of client concerns.
New: (1) Neurofeedback & Somatic Experiencing for Pain, Sleep, Injuries, Addictions, Trauma, Neurocognitive issues (e.g., migraines), anxiety, mood, and impulsive control. (2) Family, Children, and Parental concerns
We specialize and focus on very specific disorders and treatments for kids and adults. All our clinicians are highly trained to analyze and understand thoughts, emotions, and behaviors around eating disorders, ADHD, autism/neurodiversity, and personality disorders to provide the most scientifically based treatments. We work as a team in our clinic to provide complete treatment for you or your family.
New: (1) Neurofeedback & Somatic Experiencing for Pain, Sleep, Injuries, Addictions, Trauma, Neurocognitive issues (e.g., migraines), anxiety, mood, and impulsive control. (2) Family, Children, and Parental concerns
We specialize and focus on very specific disorders and treatments for kids and adults. All our clinicians are highly trained to analyze and understand thoughts, emotions, and behaviors around eating disorders, ADHD, autism/neurodiversity, and personality disorders to provide the most scientifically based treatments. We work as a team in our clinic to provide complete treatment for you or your family.
I have experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges and transitions. Whether you're working through relationship struggles, trauma, grief, family conflict, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I believe healing happens when people feel empowered, connected, and valued. My approach is trauma-informed, strengths-based, and centered on the belief that every person already possesses resilience and the capacity for growth.
I have experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges and transitions. Whether you're working through relationship struggles, trauma, grief, family conflict, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I believe healing happens when people feel empowered, connected, and valued. My approach is trauma-informed, strengths-based, and centered on the belief that every person already possesses resilience and the capacity for growth.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, and seniors who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or disconnected from themselves.
Clients come to me when their emotions feel too intense, their patterns feel unmanageable, or their relationships feel strained. Many are dealing with anxiety, trauma, grief, avoidance, or habits that no longer serve them. They want to understand what’s happening beneath the surface and learn how to respond in healthier, more grounded ways.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, and seniors who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or disconnected from themselves.
Clients come to me when their emotions feel too intense, their patterns feel unmanageable, or their relationships feel strained. Many are dealing with anxiety, trauma, grief, avoidance, or habits that no longer serve them. They want to understand what’s happening beneath the surface and learn how to respond in healthier, more grounded ways.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking relief from past traumas, whether personal or intergenerational, wanting help with anxiety, depression or substance abuse and need a more holistic, compassionate, intuitive approach to wellness. Their goal is to break free from maladaptive patterns, heal deep-seated wounds, and cultivate self-love and resilience. They seek a professional who integrates evidence-based practices with holistic modalities to guide them towards balanced mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness, ultimately desiring a fulfilling and empowered life.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking relief from past traumas, whether personal or intergenerational, wanting help with anxiety, depression or substance abuse and need a more holistic, compassionate, intuitive approach to wellness. Their goal is to break free from maladaptive patterns, heal deep-seated wounds, and cultivate self-love and resilience. They seek a professional who integrates evidence-based practices with holistic modalities to guide them towards balanced mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness, ultimately desiring a fulfilling and empowered life.
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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.