Geriatric and Seniors Psychiatrists in Kirkland, WA
I treat adult patients who are dealing with a variety of psychiatric conditions. Everyone who comes to my office has a unique history and needs, and together we work out an individualized treatment plan. For some, our sessions are primarily focused on psychotherapy, problem solving and encouraging healthy lifestyle changes. For others, we focus more on medication management. Regardless of the approach, the goal is to reduce suffering and improve functioning so that people are better able to lead their lives.
I treat adult patients who are dealing with a variety of psychiatric conditions. Everyone who comes to my office has a unique history and needs, and together we work out an individualized treatment plan. For some, our sessions are primarily focused on psychotherapy, problem solving and encouraging healthy lifestyle changes. For others, we focus more on medication management. Regardless of the approach, the goal is to reduce suffering and improve functioning so that people are better able to lead their lives.
![Photo of Dr. Brandi Morgan, DNP, FPMHNP, BC, Psychiatric Nurse](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/27d92aed-42f6-4b09-8893-c67ec6c91b9c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Brandi Morgan
Psychiatric Nurse, DNP, FPMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kirkland, WA 98034 (Online Only)
***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS***Our goal is to meet all of your medication needs. Through a web-based platform (telepsychiatry), we hope to maintain a relaxing environment for you as we allow for care to be given to you in your home, from the comfort of your couch to a quiet space in your providers' office. We provide exceptional, personalized, and timely access to psychiatric care with little to no wait time.
***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS***Our goal is to meet all of your medication needs. Through a web-based platform (telepsychiatry), we hope to maintain a relaxing environment for you as we allow for care to be given to you in your home, from the comfort of your couch to a quiet space in your providers' office. We provide exceptional, personalized, and timely access to psychiatric care with little to no wait time.
![Photo of Kimberly H. Clayton, PMHNP, FNP-BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d7dddcd0-106e-4a41-bced-044a3aaf050b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Kimberly H. Clayton
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
Kirkland, WA 98034 (Online Only)
I'm Kimberly Clayton, and I've dedicated over two decades to the medical field, accumulating experience in subacute care, long-term care, case management, clinical nursing direction, and wound care management. Recognizing the need for specialized training in mental health, I returned to school to become a PMHNP. My commitment is to offer high-quality care and improve the quality of life for my patients by taking a comprehensive approach to healthcare. I'm eager to meet you and help you overcome the challenges associated with mental health.
I'm Kimberly Clayton, and I've dedicated over two decades to the medical field, accumulating experience in subacute care, long-term care, case management, clinical nursing direction, and wound care management. Recognizing the need for specialized training in mental health, I returned to school to become a PMHNP. My commitment is to offer high-quality care and improve the quality of life for my patients by taking a comprehensive approach to healthcare. I'm eager to meet you and help you overcome the challenges associated with mental health.
![Photo of Dr. Bridgette Jeffries, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4cc813dc-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Bridgette Jeffries
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Kirkland, WA 98033
I am doctorally prepared from the University of Washington and board certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Additionally, as a nurse of 30 years, my experience covers a broad spectrum of providing a multitude of services to individuals and families from all walks of life and economic backgrounds. As a board certified PMHNP, my practice will focus on providing services from the adolescent years throughout the life span. My goal is to meet you where you are in your journey and enhance you with tools that will be life changing. We will collaborate together to identify the best holistic approach.
I am doctorally prepared from the University of Washington and board certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Additionally, as a nurse of 30 years, my experience covers a broad spectrum of providing a multitude of services to individuals and families from all walks of life and economic backgrounds. As a board certified PMHNP, my practice will focus on providing services from the adolescent years throughout the life span. My goal is to meet you where you are in your journey and enhance you with tools that will be life changing. We will collaborate together to identify the best holistic approach.
![Photo of Lisa J Trigg, PhD, ARNP, Psychiatric Nurse](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e8617529-5a8a-405f-8ced-27b724f3c4da/2/320x400.jpeg)
I believe that individuals are the best experts on themselves and their health. I assist each patient in setting their own goals and charting their own best direction. After a thorough diagnostic evaluation, I work with patients to develop a care plan which may include some combination of nutritional adjustment, exercise, counseling and medications when appropriate. My therapeutic approach builds on my earliest nursing training and is eclectic. I draw from many modalities and have extensive experience in inpatient crisis intervention as well as outpatient care with patients with multiple mental health and medical co-morbidities.
I believe that individuals are the best experts on themselves and their health. I assist each patient in setting their own goals and charting their own best direction. After a thorough diagnostic evaluation, I work with patients to develop a care plan which may include some combination of nutritional adjustment, exercise, counseling and medications when appropriate. My therapeutic approach builds on my earliest nursing training and is eclectic. I draw from many modalities and have extensive experience in inpatient crisis intervention as well as outpatient care with patients with multiple mental health and medical co-morbidities.
![Photo of Pascale Davis - VirtualPsychiatricCare.com, MSN, PMHNP, APRN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fdcdf468-ad59-4c13-a3a0-a2f3e8ea6404/2/320x400.jpeg)
VirtualPsychiatricCare.com
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, APRN
Verified Verified
Kirkland, WA 98033 (Online Only)
We are board-certified to treat Children and Adults. Accepting new patients via telehealth visits in Washington state for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Our clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make your appointment on our website. Evening and weekend hours are available. Affordable rates. Also accepting some insurance plans.
We are board-certified to treat Children and Adults. Accepting new patients via telehealth visits in Washington state for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Our clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make your appointment on our website. Evening and weekend hours are available. Affordable rates. Also accepting some insurance plans.
![Photo of Taqialdeen Zamil, DNP, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8e25a8aa-82a7-4690-8782-2cebd8e60fd9/1/320x400.jpeg)
Taqialdeen Zamil
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Kirkland, WA 98033 (Online Only)
Welcome to my practice. With over a decade of diverse clinical experience, I've had the privilege of guiding clients through the intricate landscape of mental health. From adolescents struggling with identity issues, adults combating anxiety, to those deciphering the layers of substance use, depressive or bipolar disorders, PTSD, or OCD, I've witnessed the resilience of the human spirit. I'm passionate about providing evidence-based, compassionate care to empower individuals to reclaim control and joy in their lives. If you seek a deeper understanding and the tools to flourish, I'm here to support you on this transformative journey.
Welcome to my practice. With over a decade of diverse clinical experience, I've had the privilege of guiding clients through the intricate landscape of mental health. From adolescents struggling with identity issues, adults combating anxiety, to those deciphering the layers of substance use, depressive or bipolar disorders, PTSD, or OCD, I've witnessed the resilience of the human spirit. I'm passionate about providing evidence-based, compassionate care to empower individuals to reclaim control and joy in their lives. If you seek a deeper understanding and the tools to flourish, I'm here to support you on this transformative journey.
![Photo of Joyce Aiyeojenku - New Mexico Texas Washington State, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/117d98d1-7c59-45e4-a7f0-dcfb83ebb10d/3/320x400.jpeg)
Joyce Aiyeojenku - New Mexico Texas Washington State
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kirkland, WA 98034 (Online Only)
Joyce Aiyeojenku PMHNP-BC is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has obtained rigorous training and is credentialed in providing individualized holistic care for each patient based on their unique needs. She specializes in treating and managing a wide range of psychiatric disorders such as Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Bipolar, PTSD and ADHD among others in various populations - child, adolescent and adult psychiatry.
Joyce Aiyeojenku PMHNP-BC is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has obtained rigorous training and is credentialed in providing individualized holistic care for each patient based on their unique needs. She specializes in treating and managing a wide range of psychiatric disorders such as Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Bipolar, PTSD and ADHD among others in various populations - child, adolescent and adult psychiatry.
![Photo of Sid Siahpush, MD, PhD, MPH, CGP, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5141f1cf-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS, EVENING HOURS/WEEKENDS AVAILABLE. Do you seek a compassionate Psychiatrist who believes in a collaborative approach to improve your emotional and physical health? One who values your trust and forges a caring connection with you, to support your growth through the evidence-based conventional psychiatry and broader holistic approach? ** Hi, I am Dr. Sid. I work with my patients to find a well-rounded approach to emotional wellness that includes medication management, therapy, collaborating with your therapist, and strategies for engaging in balanced exercise, nutrition, and relationships.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS, EVENING HOURS/WEEKENDS AVAILABLE. Do you seek a compassionate Psychiatrist who believes in a collaborative approach to improve your emotional and physical health? One who values your trust and forges a caring connection with you, to support your growth through the evidence-based conventional psychiatry and broader holistic approach? ** Hi, I am Dr. Sid. I work with my patients to find a well-rounded approach to emotional wellness that includes medication management, therapy, collaborating with your therapist, and strategies for engaging in balanced exercise, nutrition, and relationships.
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![Photo of Dr. Robin J Kang - New Haven Geriatric Psychiatry, PLLC, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/71db886b-67c0-4dc5-9480-6baa34f815c7/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in geriatric psychiatry. Generally, my patients are older than 55 years of age. My services can be provided through in-person office visits, virtual visits, or by visits to the home. Requests for consultation can be made through my website: www.newhaven.care.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in geriatric psychiatry. Generally, my patients are older than 55 years of age. My services can be provided through in-person office visits, virtual visits, or by visits to the home. Requests for consultation can be made through my website: www.newhaven.care.
![Photo of Schevon Pierre - Centered Mind Counseling Services, ARNP, PMHNP, -BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f7bd8416-c2e2-4a0b-a8ce-cadcaf771ba8/2/320x400.jpeg)
Schevon Pierre - Centered Mind Counseling Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ARNP, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005 (Online Only)
I provide compassionate, holistic, medication management services for adults, and seniors, that addresses their psychosocial, psychological, and emotional needs.
NEW PATIENT APPOINTMENTS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE. I love being a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I get to do what I love, while making a difference in the lives of others. Getting to collaborate with clients to determine a course of action to address their needs, and help them realize those goals. I fully believe that there is a solution for every difficult situation we may face - it just takes work to find it sometimes, and finding solutions; that is my passion.
I provide compassionate, holistic, medication management services for adults, and seniors, that addresses their psychosocial, psychological, and emotional needs.
NEW PATIENT APPOINTMENTS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE. I love being a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I get to do what I love, while making a difference in the lives of others. Getting to collaborate with clients to determine a course of action to address their needs, and help them realize those goals. I fully believe that there is a solution for every difficult situation we may face - it just takes work to find it sometimes, and finding solutions; that is my passion.
![Photo of Marcus Graham Nemuth, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/597d2e3f-a840-4033-8c8c-e9795aba84ea/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Nemuth has expertise in diagnosis and treatment of psychiatric illness in adult, geriatric and adolescent patients. Primary focus is Out Patient MEDICATION MANAGEMENT and Supportive Psychotherapy. Residency, Univ. of WA Behavioral Sciences, awarded Best Clinical Psychiatrist. Career includes Medical Director of Psychiatry Emergency Service at VA Puget Sound Health Care System, Clinical Professor Univ. of WA, Forensic Psychiatry, CMHC, Disaster Psychiatry, Program and Systems Development. Dr. Marcus Nemuth graduated from Medical College of Virginia with M.D. and graduate degrees in Pharmacology and Toxicology.
Dr. Nemuth has expertise in diagnosis and treatment of psychiatric illness in adult, geriatric and adolescent patients. Primary focus is Out Patient MEDICATION MANAGEMENT and Supportive Psychotherapy. Residency, Univ. of WA Behavioral Sciences, awarded Best Clinical Psychiatrist. Career includes Medical Director of Psychiatry Emergency Service at VA Puget Sound Health Care System, Clinical Professor Univ. of WA, Forensic Psychiatry, CMHC, Disaster Psychiatry, Program and Systems Development. Dr. Marcus Nemuth graduated from Medical College of Virginia with M.D. and graduate degrees in Pharmacology and Toxicology.
![Photo of Queen Idowu, APRN, PMHNP, AGNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f5679eee-39c6-4379-bd03-5eceb7263cc3/1/320x400.png)
Queen Idowu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, AGNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98121
As a double board-certified Lifespan Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) & Adult-Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGNP), I have a commitment to providing comprehensive care to individuals with complex psychiatric conditions. With over 13 years of experience in the medical and psychiatric fields, I have the expertise in treating a diverse range of patients. With my extensive medical & psychiatric knowledge, I take a biopsychosocial holistic approach to provide a package of medication management and group therapy for various conditions. Feel free to ask about my group therapy sessions!
As a double board-certified Lifespan Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) & Adult-Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGNP), I have a commitment to providing comprehensive care to individuals with complex psychiatric conditions. With over 13 years of experience in the medical and psychiatric fields, I have the expertise in treating a diverse range of patients. With my extensive medical & psychiatric knowledge, I take a biopsychosocial holistic approach to provide a package of medication management and group therapy for various conditions. Feel free to ask about my group therapy sessions!
![Photo of Beatrice Kiama, MSN, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f5a5ac59-d53a-445a-ac46-03cba2ed1385/2/320x400.jpeg)
Beatrice Kiama
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98119 (Online Only)
I provide care across the lifespan working with children, adolescents, adults and older adults.
I offer Telehealth appointments to all my clients in the comfort of their homes. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a doctorate degree in Nursing, who is experienced in practicing Psychiatric services in outpatient, inpatient, and tele-psychiatry. I offer weekday appointments from 9am-9pm as well as Saturdays from 9am-2pm.
I provide care across the lifespan working with children, adolescents, adults and older adults.
I offer Telehealth appointments to all my clients in the comfort of their homes. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a doctorate degree in Nursing, who is experienced in practicing Psychiatric services in outpatient, inpatient, and tele-psychiatry. I offer weekday appointments from 9am-9pm as well as Saturdays from 9am-2pm.
![Photo of George H. Glade, MC, MN, ARNP, Psychiatric Nurse](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d0eacca4-6046-423b-9bda-4fe95360ddc2/2/320x400.png)
I am currently accepting new clients. Most problems have a solution, most illnesses are treatable. Change begins with a first step toward doing things differently than you have done them before. I believe the purpose of therapy is ultimately not to be in therapy but to aquire new skills to support positive change. I am not a therapist who will sit back quietly, nod and give you an occassional 'Uh-huh'. I have Master's degrees in both Counseling and Nursing. I work in the ER at Harborview, at my office practice, and with the psychiatric needs of older adults. I come from an integrative medicine perspective when I prescribe med.s
I am currently accepting new clients. Most problems have a solution, most illnesses are treatable. Change begins with a first step toward doing things differently than you have done them before. I believe the purpose of therapy is ultimately not to be in therapy but to aquire new skills to support positive change. I am not a therapist who will sit back quietly, nod and give you an occassional 'Uh-huh'. I have Master's degrees in both Counseling and Nursing. I work in the ER at Harborview, at my office practice, and with the psychiatric needs of older adults. I come from an integrative medicine perspective when I prescribe med.s
![Photo of Dr. Celina Egemasi, DNP, NP-C, PMHNP, -BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5122302b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Celina Egemasi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, NP-C, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98119 (Online Only)
Dr. Celina Egemasi is a Dual Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner who is qualified to practice in both primary care and psychiatry; diagnose, treat and prescribe medication for children, adolescents, adults and elderly. Some of her practice specialties include (but not limited to) Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, and Schizophrenia. She graduated from Walden University with her Family Nurse Practitioner degree and Brandman University with her Doctorate of Nursing Practice and Post Masters in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree. Dr. Egemasi is part of Sigma Theta Tau nursing honor society and Golden Key International
Dr. Celina Egemasi is a Dual Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner who is qualified to practice in both primary care and psychiatry; diagnose, treat and prescribe medication for children, adolescents, adults and elderly. Some of her practice specialties include (but not limited to) Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, and Schizophrenia. She graduated from Walden University with her Family Nurse Practitioner degree and Brandman University with her Doctorate of Nursing Practice and Post Masters in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree. Dr. Egemasi is part of Sigma Theta Tau nursing honor society and Golden Key International
![Photo of Jennifer Urune - J & U Psych and Medical Services PLLC, PMHNP, FNP, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44e02175-eb61-412c-9ec4-c2e53692642f/2/320x400.jpeg)
J & U Psych and Medical Services PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP, BC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98102 (Online Only)
Jennifer is accepting new patients ages 4 and older.
Jennifer Urune is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, (PMHNP-BC), accredited by the American Nursing Credentialing Center as well as a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-c), accredited by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. I obtained a Masters of Nursing from Walden University, Post Masters certificate from South Alabama University. I specialize in treating various Mental Disorders. I have a vast amount of experience in mental health, specializing in treating adults and children with various mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, ADHD, psychosis, and mood disorders.
Jennifer is accepting new patients ages 4 and older.
Jennifer Urune is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, (PMHNP-BC), accredited by the American Nursing Credentialing Center as well as a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-c), accredited by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. I obtained a Masters of Nursing from Walden University, Post Masters certificate from South Alabama University. I specialize in treating various Mental Disorders. I have a vast amount of experience in mental health, specializing in treating adults and children with various mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, ADHD, psychosis, and mood disorders.
![Photo of Karen Ni, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ca6133a2-7166-4c64-aa79-bc6775a8ef1c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Currently, I see patients via telemedicine in my private practice. I am a board certified psychiatrist and completed my psychiatry residency at the University of Washington after finishing medical school at the University of California, San Diego. My experience ranges from a private practice in Seattle to overseeing community mental health centers as a behavioral health and medical director. I have worked in inpatient units in WA, AK, and USVI, and as a psychiatrist for the US Foreign Service. I am a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Currently, I see patients via telemedicine in my private practice. I am a board certified psychiatrist and completed my psychiatry residency at the University of Washington after finishing medical school at the University of California, San Diego. My experience ranges from a private practice in Seattle to overseeing community mental health centers as a behavioral health and medical director. I have worked in inpatient units in WA, AK, and USVI, and as a psychiatrist for the US Foreign Service. I am a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
![Photo of Shannon Eaton, PMHNPBC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/19c2c9ba-3638-4c16-978b-02ec30800c45/2/320x400.jpeg)
Shannon Eaton
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98119 (Online Only)
Now providing services to clients in WA and OR! If you're struggling with depression, explore our advanced treatment options that offer relief within just 2 weeks. These therapies are different from traditional SSRIs or SNRIs and are covered by insurance with minimal out-of-pocket costs, giving you renewed hope and effective help. For those facing ADHD challenges, our specialized care includes comprehensive Neurocognitive Testing and convenient daily treatments tailored to your lifestyle. We also offer expert psychiatric medication management available online throughout WA and OR. New patients are welcome!
Now providing services to clients in WA and OR! If you're struggling with depression, explore our advanced treatment options that offer relief within just 2 weeks. These therapies are different from traditional SSRIs or SNRIs and are covered by insurance with minimal out-of-pocket costs, giving you renewed hope and effective help. For those facing ADHD challenges, our specialized care includes comprehensive Neurocognitive Testing and convenient daily treatments tailored to your lifestyle. We also offer expert psychiatric medication management available online throughout WA and OR. New patients are welcome!
![Photo of Deanette James, MSN, ARNP, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bfc8af04-dfb4-432f-aa53-5bfbd60e24dd/1/320x400.jpeg)
Deanette James
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, ARNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Sammamish, WA 98074 (Online Only)
Deanette James specializes in providing mental health medication management to women, especially those in the working-class group, who are experiencing the burdens of life. If you are a woman who is a wife, a homemaker, a mother, a professional, a daughter, has family responsibilities, or other factors contributing to a decline in your mental health, she is the person to see. Her services focus on women experiencing anxiety, depression, and PTSD. She understands that these disorders are very prevalent and act as determinants of the outcome of a woman's daily life.
Deanette James specializes in providing mental health medication management to women, especially those in the working-class group, who are experiencing the burdens of life. If you are a woman who is a wife, a homemaker, a mother, a professional, a daughter, has family responsibilities, or other factors contributing to a decline in your mental health, she is the person to see. Her services focus on women experiencing anxiety, depression, and PTSD. She understands that these disorders are very prevalent and act as determinants of the outcome of a woman's daily life.
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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.