Geriatric and Seniors Therapists in Century City, CA
www.Chelsea CanningLCSW.com
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, C-ASWCM
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Century City, CA 90067 (Online Only)
Specializing in Chronic Illness, Older Adults (& families) working thru life transition.
We all need a little help from time to time to pull ourselves out of our...grief, trauma, depression, confusing thoughts, self criticism, intense feelings, and improve our relationship with ourselves and others. Helping ease your painful moments is the most important work we can accomplish together. Sometimes we just need someone to stand by us, assure us that it's going to be okay and guide us through the tough parts. Please give me a call today, we can see how to work together for a better quality of life.
Specializing in Chronic Illness, Older Adults (& families) working thru life transition.
We all need a little help from time to time to pull ourselves out of our...grief, trauma, depression, confusing thoughts, self criticism, intense feelings, and improve our relationship with ourselves and others. Helping ease your painful moments is the most important work we can accomplish together. Sometimes we just need someone to stand by us, assure us that it's going to be okay and guide us through the tough parts. Please give me a call today, we can see how to work together for a better quality of life.
Jane Wolf Frances, JD, MSW, Master Coach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, JD
Verified Verified
Century City, CA 90067 (Online Only)
Perhaps you’re here looking for a therapist here because someone told you, whether warmly or angrily: “You should get some help!” What you probably heard - and what they may have meant - was: you need to change. Unlike many, I don’t believe people need to change. The way I see it and how I work is to show my clients how to expand themselves - by adding in more useful and productive ways to think and act than they’ve done before. This results in my clients actually feeling better and functioning better. I work in a respectful and growth-filled manner, sometimes suggesting to my clients questions to elicit their self-knowledge.
Perhaps you’re here looking for a therapist here because someone told you, whether warmly or angrily: “You should get some help!” What you probably heard - and what they may have meant - was: you need to change. Unlike many, I don’t believe people need to change. The way I see it and how I work is to show my clients how to expand themselves - by adding in more useful and productive ways to think and act than they’ve done before. This results in my clients actually feeling better and functioning better. I work in a respectful and growth-filled manner, sometimes suggesting to my clients questions to elicit their self-knowledge.
I believe positive changes happen when a client is committed to learning and growing. Clients who want to expand and enrich themselves through therapy, no matter what their diagnosis or life challenges are, are the clients with which I work well.and see effective changes.
I believe positive changes happen when a client is committed to learning and growing. Clients who want to expand and enrich themselves through therapy, no matter what their diagnosis or life challenges are, are the clients with which I work well.and see effective changes.
Maria Gray
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, NMP, CGP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Century City, CA 90067
Are you tired of traditional talk therapy? Overwhelmed with feelings of anxiety, or fear and stress? Maybe you feel like you've already done "so much work on yourself" and yet you still engage in some self-defeating patterns. This may show up in dating the same dysfunctional type of person, or acting out childhood patterns at work, overworking to please your boss without being recognized. You may lack patience or sometimes get impatient with your partner/children, the same way your parents were with you. Or maybe you shut down when you need to speak up, since many of us were taught to be "good little girls and boys". I can help.
Are you tired of traditional talk therapy? Overwhelmed with feelings of anxiety, or fear and stress? Maybe you feel like you've already done "so much work on yourself" and yet you still engage in some self-defeating patterns. This may show up in dating the same dysfunctional type of person, or acting out childhood patterns at work, overworking to please your boss without being recognized. You may lack patience or sometimes get impatient with your partner/children, the same way your parents were with you. Or maybe you shut down when you need to speak up, since many of us were taught to be "good little girls and boys". I can help.
Blair Wellness Group, A Professional Psych Corp.
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Century City, CA 90067
We Offer Conceirge Psychology to Professionals Our goal is to help you create lasting change by using Evidenced- Based Treatment Models to treat Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Addictions, and Traumas. By focusing on high quality care and tailored treatment plans in an exclusive and caring environment, you will be supported to conquer challenges and gain mastery in your life and relationships. We offer Comprehensive Psychological Care and Performance Coaching exclusively customized to meet the Clinical needs and life challenges of Professional Men.
We Offer Conceirge Psychology to Professionals Our goal is to help you create lasting change by using Evidenced- Based Treatment Models to treat Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Addictions, and Traumas. By focusing on high quality care and tailored treatment plans in an exclusive and caring environment, you will be supported to conquer challenges and gain mastery in your life and relationships. We offer Comprehensive Psychological Care and Performance Coaching exclusively customized to meet the Clinical needs and life challenges of Professional Men.
In my family practice, I often work with children, teens and parents following a meaningful loss, through the challenges of a life transition or a period of anxiety and stress. Many of my clients are processing grief and loss, which comes in may forms.
In my family practice, I often work with children, teens and parents following a meaningful loss, through the challenges of a life transition or a period of anxiety and stress. Many of my clients are processing grief and loss, which comes in may forms.
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Late life is often a dynamic time and one of transition. For many older adults, it is fraught with illness, loss and emotional and physical challenge. But it can also be a time of enormous potential. With fewer obligations, long time personal goals can finally be realized and difficult family relationships repaired and healed. Evidence suggests that it's possible to make change at any stage of life. Together through the collaborative process of psychotherapy, we will work towards your goals using an integrated approach that includes psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral, and solution focused strategies.
Late life is often a dynamic time and one of transition. For many older adults, it is fraught with illness, loss and emotional and physical challenge. But it can also be a time of enormous potential. With fewer obligations, long time personal goals can finally be realized and difficult family relationships repaired and healed. Evidence suggests that it's possible to make change at any stage of life. Together through the collaborative process of psychotherapy, we will work towards your goals using an integrated approach that includes psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral, and solution focused strategies.
As a result of my academic and clinical history, I have become most proficient in treatment of both clinical disorders such as psychosis, manic depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders co-occurring with substance abuse and associated forensic issues that may generalize to children and older adults.
An ideal client for my treatment mode would be someone who is either motivated for refinement of spirit, or would possess enough intelligence and wisdom to be able to gain enough insight into the nature of their condition so that they would embrace expert intervention with a degree of trust in harmony with adequate judgment into the need for treatment. He or she may engage in therapy alone, but where family history of emotional challenges exist, they would consider family therapy if all parties consent.
As a result of my academic and clinical history, I have become most proficient in treatment of both clinical disorders such as psychosis, manic depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders co-occurring with substance abuse and associated forensic issues that may generalize to children and older adults.
An ideal client for my treatment mode would be someone who is either motivated for refinement of spirit, or would possess enough intelligence and wisdom to be able to gain enough insight into the nature of their condition so that they would embrace expert intervention with a degree of trust in harmony with adequate judgment into the need for treatment. He or she may engage in therapy alone, but where family history of emotional challenges exist, they would consider family therapy if all parties consent.
I have experience working with older adults in a variety of settings.
Iam an experienced therapist who has worked with people with many different issues and problems. I like what I do. I want to meet people where they are and provide a supportive, safe relationship where they can open up and talk about pressing issues and concerns.
I have experience working with older adults in a variety of settings.
Iam an experienced therapist who has worked with people with many different issues and problems. I like what I do. I want to meet people where they are and provide a supportive, safe relationship where they can open up and talk about pressing issues and concerns.
Karen Kessler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90064 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with older adults/ seniors who are struggling to cope with issues such as anxiety and depression, loss of a loved one, health concerns, retirement adjustments, loneliness, low self-esteem, stress management, and difficult family dynamics,.
Hello. I'm Karen Kessler, a seasoned and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of comprehensive clinical experience. My background includes working in diverse inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, which has provided me with a solid foundation for addressing issues such as aging, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, life transitions, caregiver stress, work-life balance, self-esteem, stress management, and relationship challenges.
I enjoy working with older adults/ seniors who are struggling to cope with issues such as anxiety and depression, loss of a loved one, health concerns, retirement adjustments, loneliness, low self-esteem, stress management, and difficult family dynamics,.
Hello. I'm Karen Kessler, a seasoned and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of comprehensive clinical experience. My background includes working in diverse inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, which has provided me with a solid foundation for addressing issues such as aging, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, life transitions, caregiver stress, work-life balance, self-esteem, stress management, and relationship challenges.
Perhaps you are a new mother, or caring for elderly parents.
My approach to psychotherapy is grounded in psychodynamic theory and weaves multiple therapeutic modalities & research, including trauma-informed interventions, somatic therapy, neuroscience, and attachment theory. My clients appreciate my relaxed, warmly inquisitive and direct style. I adhere to a nonpathologizing model, recognizing coping mechanisms as survival strategies. I believe that emotions are powerful messengers, pointing to authentic needs and feelings. I work with people who are interested in understanding how their strategies are perpetuating anxiety & self doubt, preventing them from experiencing peace and confidence.
Perhaps you are a new mother, or caring for elderly parents.
My approach to psychotherapy is grounded in psychodynamic theory and weaves multiple therapeutic modalities & research, including trauma-informed interventions, somatic therapy, neuroscience, and attachment theory. My clients appreciate my relaxed, warmly inquisitive and direct style. I adhere to a nonpathologizing model, recognizing coping mechanisms as survival strategies. I believe that emotions are powerful messengers, pointing to authentic needs and feelings. I work with people who are interested in understanding how their strategies are perpetuating anxiety & self doubt, preventing them from experiencing peace and confidence.
Yoana Rivas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
I have spent years working closely with adults and older adults and getting to know challenges that you might be facing: major life transitions, agism, dementia (person diagnosed + caregivers), chronic illness, facing life changing medical challenges (such as transplant) and overall challenges that come as we grow older.
Are you finding yourself navigating transitions as an adult or older adult?
I have spent years working closely with adults and older adults and getting to know challenges that you might be facing: major life transitions, agism, dementia (person diagnosed + caregivers), chronic illness, facing life changing medical challenges (such as transplant) and overall challenges that come as we grow older.
Are you finding yourself navigating transitions as an adult or older adult?
Victoria Graham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
Having worked with adults and older adults, my holistic approach and compassionate care empowers individuals to navigate complex psychosocial issues with resilience and dignity.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my Masters from Florida State University and I have six years of experience as a social worker, primarily in the medical field.
Having worked with adults and older adults, my holistic approach and compassionate care empowers individuals to navigate complex psychosocial issues with resilience and dignity.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my Masters from Florida State University and I have six years of experience as a social worker, primarily in the medical field.
If you've been experiencing increased stress or anxiety, and need support, you've come to the right place. I use evidence-based techniques, to help my clients use and build upon their strengths to improve their coping. My specialties include anxiety, OCD, PTSD, depression, chronic pain, grief, life changes/transitions, insomnia, and stress for high performers. I also enjoy working with couples in order to foster communication and enhance relationship satisfaction. Additionally, I have training in neuropsychology and work with older adults and families coping with cognitive changes and dementia.
If you've been experiencing increased stress or anxiety, and need support, you've come to the right place. I use evidence-based techniques, to help my clients use and build upon their strengths to improve their coping. My specialties include anxiety, OCD, PTSD, depression, chronic pain, grief, life changes/transitions, insomnia, and stress for high performers. I also enjoy working with couples in order to foster communication and enhance relationship satisfaction. Additionally, I have training in neuropsychology and work with older adults and families coping with cognitive changes and dementia.
David sees younger, mid-life, and older adults both in-person and through HIPPA compliant online video software for individual and couples psychotherapy and for psychodiagnostic evaluations and through in-person sessions in Yarmouth Port, MA on Cape Cod.
Dr. David is licensed in Massachusetts, California, and Florida, where he sees clients through Online Video Teletherapy sessions and in-person in MA. Dr. David received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Southern California and completed both his clinical psychology internship and his neuropsychology post-doctoral residency at the UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior and Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital. He held a faculty appointment as Assistant Clinical Professor in the UCLA Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences where he supervised interns and residents for fifteen years.
David sees younger, mid-life, and older adults both in-person and through HIPPA compliant online video software for individual and couples psychotherapy and for psychodiagnostic evaluations and through in-person sessions in Yarmouth Port, MA on Cape Cod.
Dr. David is licensed in Massachusetts, California, and Florida, where he sees clients through Online Video Teletherapy sessions and in-person in MA. Dr. David received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Southern California and completed both his clinical psychology internship and his neuropsychology post-doctoral residency at the UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior and Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital. He held a faculty appointment as Assistant Clinical Professor in the UCLA Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences where he supervised interns and residents for fifteen years.
Liora Pourati
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90024 (Online Only)
I received my Masters degree from Philips Graduate Institute in 2003, and have been providing services to children, couples, families, elders and adolescents in different settings such as Private Practice, hospitals, and Health Care centers. I use different approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Awareness Integration Model, Family systems and so on. Services: Life Coaching; Couple Therapy and Coaching; Family Therapy and Coaching; Hypnosis; Individual Therapy for Adolescents, Children, Elderly, Men and Women; Parenting; Family Therapy; Sex Therapy; Relationship and Intimacy; Stress Management, and so on.
I received my Masters degree from Philips Graduate Institute in 2003, and have been providing services to children, couples, families, elders and adolescents in different settings such as Private Practice, hospitals, and Health Care centers. I use different approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Awareness Integration Model, Family systems and so on. Services: Life Coaching; Couple Therapy and Coaching; Family Therapy and Coaching; Hypnosis; Individual Therapy for Adolescents, Children, Elderly, Men and Women; Parenting; Family Therapy; Sex Therapy; Relationship and Intimacy; Stress Management, and so on.
I work with professionals in demanding careers, such as first responders, law enforcement officers, doctors, nurses, techies, Veterans, and active military; elders and families of older/high-school children.
You might be holding on to yesterday, grappling with today, or worried about tomorrow. You’ve tried coping with loss, distressing experiences, a highly stressful (and almost impossible) job, or constant relationship and family issues. But you are struggling to keep your head above water. You want to find reliable ways to ease your pain. You wish you could sleep through the night and push through the days without feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or on edge. You dream of spending quality time with loved ones, free of judgement and conflict and full of contentment.
I work with professionals in demanding careers, such as first responders, law enforcement officers, doctors, nurses, techies, Veterans, and active military; elders and families of older/high-school children.
You might be holding on to yesterday, grappling with today, or worried about tomorrow. You’ve tried coping with loss, distressing experiences, a highly stressful (and almost impossible) job, or constant relationship and family issues. But you are struggling to keep your head above water. You want to find reliable ways to ease your pain. You wish you could sleep through the night and push through the days without feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or on edge. You dream of spending quality time with loved ones, free of judgement and conflict and full of contentment.
Lori Karny LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90048 (Online Only)
In my geriatric work, I consult with older adults or adult children to care for aging relatives.
I enjoy assisting adults of all ages to explore relationship concerns, to develop personal autonomy, self-worth - and to explore individual and professional creativity. If you are depressed, anxious, angry, struggling or worried - I want to help you. For over 25 years, I have supported individuals of all ages to articulate and understand psychological problems, to develop insight and individual strategies to thrive in life. I specialize in helping people who are are struggling with trauma, identity, suicidal ideation, emotional pain, social changes, family dynamics, relationship loss, complex grief, and emotional life transitions.
In my geriatric work, I consult with older adults or adult children to care for aging relatives.
I enjoy assisting adults of all ages to explore relationship concerns, to develop personal autonomy, self-worth - and to explore individual and professional creativity. If you are depressed, anxious, angry, struggling or worried - I want to help you. For over 25 years, I have supported individuals of all ages to articulate and understand psychological problems, to develop insight and individual strategies to thrive in life. I specialize in helping people who are are struggling with trauma, identity, suicidal ideation, emotional pain, social changes, family dynamics, relationship loss, complex grief, and emotional life transitions.
Dr. Dee Gaines is trained extensively in Neuropsychology and Clinical Psychology and is involved in both clinical and research. She has conducted hundreds of diagnostic neuropsychological evaluations including forensic, dementia, brain-injury, combat-related PTSD, developmental disabilities, and severe mental health disorders, and received her training in institutions such as UCLA, Veterans Affairs, Juvenile Justice, and Mental Health centers. She is the creative mind behind the development and implementation of a unique Mind-Body cognitive technique and lectured nationally and internationally. In addition to neuropsychology Dr. Gaines also provides therapy for a variety of psychological issues.
Dr. Dee Gaines is trained extensively in Neuropsychology and Clinical Psychology and is involved in both clinical and research. She has conducted hundreds of diagnostic neuropsychological evaluations including forensic, dementia, brain-injury, combat-related PTSD, developmental disabilities, and severe mental health disorders, and received her training in institutions such as UCLA, Veterans Affairs, Juvenile Justice, and Mental Health centers. She is the creative mind behind the development and implementation of a unique Mind-Body cognitive technique and lectured nationally and internationally. In addition to neuropsychology Dr. Gaines also provides therapy for a variety of psychological issues.
Peter J Galvin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (Online Only)
I work from a strengths-based perspective with the belief that we all possess unique skills and abilities that can help us transcend painful circumstances, leading us to a recognition of the richness and meaning that is possible in our lives. I have worked extensively with individuals (from college age to older adulthood) and couples dealing with mental health issues such as depression; anxiety; trauma; problems in relationships; substance abuse; and bipolar disorder. I formerly specialized in psychotherapy with older adults at UCLA Health in LA for almost 10 years before moving to NYC in 2023. Now licensed in NY, NJ, CA, and MA.
I work from a strengths-based perspective with the belief that we all possess unique skills and abilities that can help us transcend painful circumstances, leading us to a recognition of the richness and meaning that is possible in our lives. I have worked extensively with individuals (from college age to older adulthood) and couples dealing with mental health issues such as depression; anxiety; trauma; problems in relationships; substance abuse; and bipolar disorder. I formerly specialized in psychotherapy with older adults at UCLA Health in LA for almost 10 years before moving to NYC in 2023. Now licensed in NY, NJ, CA, and MA.
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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.