Geriatric and Seniors Therapists in Louisville, KY
Aqueelah S. Haleem, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40223
I specialize in grief and loss, dementia, end-of-life issues, trauma, and other severe mental health conditions.
Are you struggling to find balance in your life? Let's work together to increase your self-confidence, control, and happiness! I enjoy working with adults in crisis. Anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and trauma are just a few of the areas of focus in my practice. It is my belief that no individual should face mental health challenges alone. Trained therapists can help clients overcome the challenges that seem insurmountable and may decrease their ability to enjoy life, set and achieve goals, and look forward to a brighter future.
I specialize in grief and loss, dementia, end-of-life issues, trauma, and other severe mental health conditions.
Are you struggling to find balance in your life? Let's work together to increase your self-confidence, control, and happiness! I enjoy working with adults in crisis. Anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and trauma are just a few of the areas of focus in my practice. It is my belief that no individual should face mental health challenges alone. Trained therapists can help clients overcome the challenges that seem insurmountable and may decrease their ability to enjoy life, set and achieve goals, and look forward to a brighter future.
Carrie Heuser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40222
Not accepting new clients
I also have 7 years of previous experience working in an intensive outpatient setting with older adults both individually and in group.
For as long as I can remember I have loved to listen, help and encourage others. As a therapist I am honored to be asked to share a part of your journey, to help you seek, grow and/or learn more about yourself, to confront what may be holding you back, and to discover strategies on how to pursue your dreams and reach your goals. I am here to listen and share in your journey of healing while providing you with an empathetic, compassionate and safe environment.
I also have 7 years of previous experience working in an intensive outpatient setting with older adults both individually and in group.
For as long as I can remember I have loved to listen, help and encourage others. As a therapist I am honored to be asked to share a part of your journey, to help you seek, grow and/or learn more about yourself, to confront what may be holding you back, and to discover strategies on how to pursue your dreams and reach your goals. I am here to listen and share in your journey of healing while providing you with an empathetic, compassionate and safe environment.
I am a licensed psychologist with more than 20 years of experience helping adults, older adolescents, and couples with a wide range of emotional and life issues such as: depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, relationship issues, and grief/loss. I enjoy working with individuals who are in some type of life transition/crossroads to help them to clarify and reach their goals - job change, graduating school, entering parenthood, coping with relationship loss.
I am a licensed psychologist with more than 20 years of experience helping adults, older adolescents, and couples with a wide range of emotional and life issues such as: depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, relationship issues, and grief/loss. I enjoy working with individuals who are in some type of life transition/crossroads to help them to clarify and reach their goals - job change, graduating school, entering parenthood, coping with relationship loss.
I am excited to work with motivated, older adolescents and adults, who want to transcend chronic anxiety, trauma and depression.
No matter what has brought you to therapy, your experience is valid. I believe that even the most unlikeable, confusing, extreme parts of you have a wisdom to be understood, a protectiveness to be thanked, and a vulnerability to be seen and heard. In my practice, I will seek to meet you exactly where you are, and together we can tend to the unique challenges in your life. My ultimate goal is for clients to uncover their essential self—to rediscover their own innate wisdom and strength that can face whatever life brings. We will work together to create a life where you feel more aware and in charge of your journey.
I am excited to work with motivated, older adolescents and adults, who want to transcend chronic anxiety, trauma and depression.
No matter what has brought you to therapy, your experience is valid. I believe that even the most unlikeable, confusing, extreme parts of you have a wisdom to be understood, a protectiveness to be thanked, and a vulnerability to be seen and heard. In my practice, I will seek to meet you exactly where you are, and together we can tend to the unique challenges in your life. My ultimate goal is for clients to uncover their essential self—to rediscover their own innate wisdom and strength that can face whatever life brings. We will work together to create a life where you feel more aware and in charge of your journey.
Holly Sumner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40222
I work with teenagers, adults and seniors.
Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious? Has an addiction or the addiction of a loved one stolen years of your life? Are you angry, scared, feeling alone? Reaching out for help is the first step towards a whole new life. Life can be amazing, we just have to find our path to the life we want. Today can be the start of a whole new life. The life you have always wanted and now is the time to take the steps to creating this amazing life. Together we will make a plan for change. You have the power to make a life you love and I am here to help you find the power within.
I work with teenagers, adults and seniors.
Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious? Has an addiction or the addiction of a loved one stolen years of your life? Are you angry, scared, feeling alone? Reaching out for help is the first step towards a whole new life. Life can be amazing, we just have to find our path to the life we want. Today can be the start of a whole new life. The life you have always wanted and now is the time to take the steps to creating this amazing life. Together we will make a plan for change. You have the power to make a life you love and I am here to help you find the power within.
My experience includes working with clients with mood or anxiety disorders, older adults whose challenges are unique due to declining physical abilities or clients who are having a hard time adjusting to a new life condition.
Life’s challenges can be particularly daunting when you're navigating the complexities of different cultural backgrounds. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or adjusting to significant life transitions, you are not alone. As an immigrant and bicultural therapist, I understand these struggles firsthand and am here to offer support and guidance. I am fluent in both English and French, with personal and professional experience in navigating the immigrant experience and bicultural identity. My background enables me to bring a unique perspective to therapy, helping clients from diverse backgrounds feel understood.
My experience includes working with clients with mood or anxiety disorders, older adults whose challenges are unique due to declining physical abilities or clients who are having a hard time adjusting to a new life condition.
Life’s challenges can be particularly daunting when you're navigating the complexities of different cultural backgrounds. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or adjusting to significant life transitions, you are not alone. As an immigrant and bicultural therapist, I understand these struggles firsthand and am here to offer support and guidance. I am fluent in both English and French, with personal and professional experience in navigating the immigrant experience and bicultural identity. My background enables me to bring a unique perspective to therapy, helping clients from diverse backgrounds feel understood.
Dr. Jamie Brodarick
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40241
Waitlist for new clients
For over 15 years, I have helped clients improve their most important relationships. I have found that when we experience conflict, communication challenges, a lack of emotional/physical intimacy, or have unmet needs, we can struggle to feel complete. Whether I am working with an individual client, a couple, or an entire family system, I can support you in strengthening your intimate relationships. I specialize in maternal mental health (infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum), premarital and marital counseling, parent-child interactions, and extended family (in-laws, siblings, and family of origin) dynamics.
For over 15 years, I have helped clients improve their most important relationships. I have found that when we experience conflict, communication challenges, a lack of emotional/physical intimacy, or have unmet needs, we can struggle to feel complete. Whether I am working with an individual client, a couple, or an entire family system, I can support you in strengthening your intimate relationships. I specialize in maternal mental health (infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum), premarital and marital counseling, parent-child interactions, and extended family (in-laws, siblings, and family of origin) dynamics.
I have provided individual therapy to adults for the past fifteen years and consider it a privilege to help others in their personal growth experience. I am passionate about helping people meet their goals, and find balance in their lives. I will provide a warm, non-judgmental environment to support you through your treatment.
I have provided individual therapy to adults for the past fifteen years and consider it a privilege to help others in their personal growth experience. I am passionate about helping people meet their goals, and find balance in their lives. I will provide a warm, non-judgmental environment to support you through your treatment.
Michelle Benver
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
We can all use someone to talk to when things become overwhelming. Whether the need is to process a traumatic experience, help navigate your anxiety and depression, or empathetically listen and help, I am here in a non-judgmental, safe, and comforting environment. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA) who enjoys working with diverse individuals across all ages and populations.
We can all use someone to talk to when things become overwhelming. Whether the need is to process a traumatic experience, help navigate your anxiety and depression, or empathetically listen and help, I am here in a non-judgmental, safe, and comforting environment. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA) who enjoys working with diverse individuals across all ages and populations.
Brittney Benningfield
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207
Starting therapy can be challenging and finding a therapist who is the right fit can be even more a struggle. I believe that we all need someone to talk to and I would love to be that somebody for you! Going through life can have its ups and downs, it may even feel as if you are struggling to hang in there. As your therapist, I will meet you where you are & walk alongside of you on your journey. My goal is to provide support & tools that empower you in whichever phase of life you might be in.
Starting therapy can be challenging and finding a therapist who is the right fit can be even more a struggle. I believe that we all need someone to talk to and I would love to be that somebody for you! Going through life can have its ups and downs, it may even feel as if you are struggling to hang in there. As your therapist, I will meet you where you are & walk alongside of you on your journey. My goal is to provide support & tools that empower you in whichever phase of life you might be in.
Tracey L.Carson LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40222
My clinical skills are vast after over 30 years in private practice and 40 years as a social worker. I have worked with the military in Europe as a family therapist and participate in the Give an Hour Program here in Kentucky. I serve on several boards including the Kent School Social Work Board, and the National Association of Social Work Ethics Committee.
My clinical skills are vast after over 30 years in private practice and 40 years as a social worker. I have worked with the military in Europe as a family therapist and participate in the Give an Hour Program here in Kentucky. I serve on several boards including the Kent School Social Work Board, and the National Association of Social Work Ethics Committee.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40299 (Online Only)
Even in the 21st century, "having issues" still carries a stigma. Therapists are here to help you make your life better, but we are still not fully understood by the public. I'm guilty of not understanding dentists. I went to the dentist "only when" the pain was so bad I couldn't stand it, or "only when" I had to have a tooth yanked. Only in mid-life, after years of misery, did I understand dentists as being real doctors. Now, I respect the connection between healthy gums and healthy heart and I spare myself the prolonged anguish.
Even in the 21st century, "having issues" still carries a stigma. Therapists are here to help you make your life better, but we are still not fully understood by the public. I'm guilty of not understanding dentists. I went to the dentist "only when" the pain was so bad I couldn't stand it, or "only when" I had to have a tooth yanked. Only in mid-life, after years of misery, did I understand dentists as being real doctors. Now, I respect the connection between healthy gums and healthy heart and I spare myself the prolonged anguish.
I am a licensed psychologist whose clinical expertise includes over 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples and clergy. I have a master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Spalding University.
I am a licensed psychologist whose clinical expertise includes over 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples and clergy. I have a master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Spalding University.
Kentuckiana Behavioral Services LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA-MFT, MA-ABA, EMDR, LMFT
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40206 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Telehealth Services Only at this time.I understand finding the right therapist is a unique decision that begins by looking at your own needs and preferences. My approach is evidenced-based therapies along with the mindset that we all have within us the answers to our problems. Challenges can be a normal part of life, facing these challenges means we take a path of looking within and choose personal growth. I meet each client with the knowledge that with the problem is the answer. A down-to-earth way that recognizes and supports each individual's resiliency and confidence in taking on life's bumps and coming out stronger and capable.
Telehealth Services Only at this time.I understand finding the right therapist is a unique decision that begins by looking at your own needs and preferences. My approach is evidenced-based therapies along with the mindset that we all have within us the answers to our problems. Challenges can be a normal part of life, facing these challenges means we take a path of looking within and choose personal growth. I meet each client with the knowledge that with the problem is the answer. A down-to-earth way that recognizes and supports each individual's resiliency and confidence in taking on life's bumps and coming out stronger and capable.
Jazzmine Golden
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , MEd, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40205
Sometimes life can become complicated, overwhelming, or difficult to manage. Life situations can change suddenly or maybe you have been struggling with an issue for a long time. Regardless of your situation, counseling can help YOU navigate through many things that you may experience. I provide effective counseling and work with you to address your concerns and reach your goals in a safe environment where the focus is on YOU. I take a holistic approach to treatment and believe in establishing individualized treatment plans. I believe that everyone has the ABILITY and POWER to make changes and work through life's challenges.
Sometimes life can become complicated, overwhelming, or difficult to manage. Life situations can change suddenly or maybe you have been struggling with an issue for a long time. Regardless of your situation, counseling can help YOU navigate through many things that you may experience. I provide effective counseling and work with you to address your concerns and reach your goals in a safe environment where the focus is on YOU. I take a holistic approach to treatment and believe in establishing individualized treatment plans. I believe that everyone has the ABILITY and POWER to make changes and work through life's challenges.
Jenelle Jackson-Porter
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA , MA
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207
Sometimes in life we are faced with issues that seem like we can not rise above them. Whether its a loss of a loved one, marital issues, depression, low self- esteem, anger, anxiety, drugs and alcohol or just stress. These are things that come up and put us in a place where we feel as if we have no point of return. Life can be challenging and hard but together we can come up with a plan by using the best therapeutic process, to get your life on the right track.
Sometimes in life we are faced with issues that seem like we can not rise above them. Whether its a loss of a loved one, marital issues, depression, low self- esteem, anger, anxiety, drugs and alcohol or just stress. These are things that come up and put us in a place where we feel as if we have no point of return. Life can be challenging and hard but together we can come up with a plan by using the best therapeutic process, to get your life on the right track.
Sunita Bhatnagar
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207
SUCCESS IS WITHIN REACH"
I am gentle yet firmly persistent in helping clients find direction, making choices of right and wrong and uncovering their ability to tell reality from distortion and delusion. My clients find the counseling experience positive, insightful and intellectual which opens the doors of lasting happiness and sense of reality for them. The introspection, self examination and self actualization greatly increases their sensitivity and attitude about what is really important in human experience and opens the doors of happiness and sense of reality." My counseling approach gives clients insight to follow for greater understanding and self actualization.
SUCCESS IS WITHIN REACH"
I am gentle yet firmly persistent in helping clients find direction, making choices of right and wrong and uncovering their ability to tell reality from distortion and delusion. My clients find the counseling experience positive, insightful and intellectual which opens the doors of lasting happiness and sense of reality for them. The introspection, self examination and self actualization greatly increases their sensitivity and attitude about what is really important in human experience and opens the doors of happiness and sense of reality." My counseling approach gives clients insight to follow for greater understanding and self actualization.
Lena Kline
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40218
The mind matters. How you feel, what you think, and what you are experiencing all contribute to your overall life experience. I feel as a LPCC-S my role in working beside my clients is to provide understanding, hope, and improved functioning and feeling.
The mind matters. How you feel, what you think, and what you are experiencing all contribute to your overall life experience. I feel as a LPCC-S my role in working beside my clients is to provide understanding, hope, and improved functioning and feeling.
Hi everyone- I'm Misti and I am a Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA). I use an integrated approach and strive to create a supportive environment for my clients, as everyone deserves to have a safe space where they can be their raw and genuine selves. I collaborate with my clients to help them come up with the best solutions and strategies for them to heal and effectively manage their symptoms. Life can be overwhelming and challenging but it does not have to be defeating, because you are stronger than you know.
Hi everyone- I'm Misti and I am a Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA). I use an integrated approach and strive to create a supportive environment for my clients, as everyone deserves to have a safe space where they can be their raw and genuine selves. I collaborate with my clients to help them come up with the best solutions and strategies for them to heal and effectively manage their symptoms. Life can be overwhelming and challenging but it does not have to be defeating, because you are stronger than you know.
It would be my honor to join you in your road to hope, healing, restoration, and so much more. I enjoy working with couples as well as individuals. I have a desire to take my experience and share it with others in a way that will help them move forward in life in a positive healthy way.
It would be my honor to join you in your road to hope, healing, restoration, and so much more. I enjoy working with couples as well as individuals. I have a desire to take my experience and share it with others in a way that will help them move forward in life in a positive healthy way.
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Geriatric and Seniors Therapists
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, dementia, and physical mobility challenges.
How can geriatric 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.
How is counseling for elderly different from counseling for other age groups?
Many aspects of geriatric counseling are similar to counseling in younger 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. However, therapists who specialize in working with elderly clients 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.
Can geriatric counseling help people who suffer from dementia?
Counseling can be highly effective for aging adults with dementia. While some therapists specializing in dementia may work with clients solely on topics surrounding memory loss, they can also assist clients with conditions that may co-occur at old age, such as anxiety or depression. Counselors specializing in working with older adults can also offer an objective assessment of a client’s functioning or disease progression to caregivers, and they may be particularly knowledgeable about community resources that may benefit dementia clients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia may also be trained in specialized forms of therapy for memory-loss|memory loss, such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST)—which can help mentally stimulate dementia clients to preserve cognitive functioning.