Geriatric and Seniors Therapists in Pleasanton, CA
Educated and trained at Stanford University, UC Berkeley, and within the Veterans Health Administration, my work targets issues including depression, anxiety, challenging life transitions, and chronic pain. I have specific expertise in working with young adults (ages 18 and up), older adults, and veterans.
Educated and trained at Stanford University, UC Berkeley, and within the Veterans Health Administration, my work targets issues including depression, anxiety, challenging life transitions, and chronic pain. I have specific expertise in working with young adults (ages 18 and up), older adults, and veterans.
Sarah J Ou
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am a clinical social worker licensed in the state of CA. I have experience working with children, families, and older adults. Throughout the years, I have found my passion working with women and older adults. Whatever brings you on your search for a therapist, whether it be trauma or loss, you don't have to walk through it alone. The biggest influence on my therapy practice is my own experience in therapy. Going to therapy is hard work (not to mention expensive!) - but I saw measurable differences in myself. This is data I draw upon when I say that change is always possible.
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am a clinical social worker licensed in the state of CA. I have experience working with children, families, and older adults. Throughout the years, I have found my passion working with women and older adults. Whatever brings you on your search for a therapist, whether it be trauma or loss, you don't have to walk through it alone. The biggest influence on my therapy practice is my own experience in therapy. Going to therapy is hard work (not to mention expensive!) - but I saw measurable differences in myself. This is data I draw upon when I say that change is always possible.
Erika Klara
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566
Not accepting new clients
Cry-screaming after your latte flew off the hood of your car…avoiding another pizza night with your friend shunning your partner because they didn't ask you about your day…and completely self-sabotaging your promotion. Yep, all parts of your day that completely sucked. But the thing is, it’s not just the one day. It’s been most of your life that it’s felt like this. And it’s been HARD. You feel like you’ve always been a little haunted with a heaviness that you just can’t shake. That you just don’t know how to release. That’s childhood trauma. You don’t want to call it that. Maybe you don’t think you’ve had it “as bad” as others...
Cry-screaming after your latte flew off the hood of your car…avoiding another pizza night with your friend shunning your partner because they didn't ask you about your day…and completely self-sabotaging your promotion. Yep, all parts of your day that completely sucked. But the thing is, it’s not just the one day. It’s been most of your life that it’s felt like this. And it’s been HARD. You feel like you’ve always been a little haunted with a heaviness that you just can’t shake. That you just don’t know how to release. That’s childhood trauma. You don’t want to call it that. Maybe you don’t think you’ve had it “as bad” as others...
Thank you for visiting my practice. Many people seek psychotherapy for relief of emotional difficulties related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, as well as relationship and work difficulties. When practical solutions to psychological setbacks do not lead to emotional relief, there may be deeper issues to uncover to achieve better insight and self-understanding to better cope with life’s challenges. In my approach, I focus on facilitating a safe, honest, empathic environment for clients to understand themselves and their challenges in the service of creating enhanced personal growth and emotional relief.
Thank you for visiting my practice. Many people seek psychotherapy for relief of emotional difficulties related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, as well as relationship and work difficulties. When practical solutions to psychological setbacks do not lead to emotional relief, there may be deeper issues to uncover to achieve better insight and self-understanding to better cope with life’s challenges. In my approach, I focus on facilitating a safe, honest, empathic environment for clients to understand themselves and their challenges in the service of creating enhanced personal growth and emotional relief.
I am an eclectic psychologist who utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy along with analytical psychology and Family Systems therapy to treat a wide range of problems. I work with adults, adolescents, and couples to help you resolve your issues and become able to live up to your true potential. I have advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and also have studied some Analytical Psychology by taking courses at the C.G. Jung Institute in San Francisco. I have over 20 years in the field of psychotherapy and have helped people deal with depression, anxiety, career issues, relationship problems and existential issues.
I am an eclectic psychologist who utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy along with analytical psychology and Family Systems therapy to treat a wide range of problems. I work with adults, adolescents, and couples to help you resolve your issues and become able to live up to your true potential. I have advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and also have studied some Analytical Psychology by taking courses at the C.G. Jung Institute in San Francisco. I have over 20 years in the field of psychotherapy and have helped people deal with depression, anxiety, career issues, relationship problems and existential issues.
Cindy A Mayne
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC, NCAC, NAADAC, CHT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Having issues with anxiety, sleep, weight loss or addictions? I am a clinical hypnotherapist and can help with many issues. With the help of therapy, and hypnosis, many issues can be alleviated quickly.
Having issues with anxiety, sleep, weight loss or addictions? I am a clinical hypnotherapist and can help with many issues. With the help of therapy, and hypnosis, many issues can be alleviated quickly.
Jill Mattesich-Udoutch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, CCHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94566
Imagine relating to yourself and others with ease and clarity. It is through our meaningful connections with self and others that we expand and thrive. Sometimes life gets sticky and the world seems to fold in on us. And, when this happens, you need someone with an objective, listening ear. If you're ready to navigate awakening to the Self, grief, loss, anxiety, depression, trauma or couples and parenting issues, I offer over 20 years of experience with proven techniques to help you through these tough times.
Imagine relating to yourself and others with ease and clarity. It is through our meaningful connections with self and others that we expand and thrive. Sometimes life gets sticky and the world seems to fold in on us. And, when this happens, you need someone with an objective, listening ear. If you're ready to navigate awakening to the Self, grief, loss, anxiety, depression, trauma or couples and parenting issues, I offer over 20 years of experience with proven techniques to help you through these tough times.
Ronald T Niewald
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe in the innate worth of all people. I am honored to regularly witness my clients strength and resilience in response to life's difficult seasons. By trusting in the therapeutic relationship, creating space for open communication and helping each voice to be heard, I partner with my clients to promote healing, hope and a return to the joy of living a fulfilling and connected life. I serve clients with a wide range of needs, including: Anxiety, Depression, Self Esteem, Confidence Challenges, Parenting concerns, Work stress, Work/life balance, Sexuality, Faith congruence, Well-Aging and Life transitions.
I believe in the innate worth of all people. I am honored to regularly witness my clients strength and resilience in response to life's difficult seasons. By trusting in the therapeutic relationship, creating space for open communication and helping each voice to be heard, I partner with my clients to promote healing, hope and a return to the joy of living a fulfilling and connected life. I serve clients with a wide range of needs, including: Anxiety, Depression, Self Esteem, Confidence Challenges, Parenting concerns, Work stress, Work/life balance, Sexuality, Faith congruence, Well-Aging and Life transitions.
Accessing hope, grounding, greater energy, and newfound peace are my specialities and passion, and I assist the patient to take charge in finding harmony and illuminating a vibrant life. Working creatively and eclectically, I emphasize psychophysiology and integrative modalities, the medical end of psychology in my practice, Lifetime Development in Pleasanton, California. Assessing carefully the unique strengths and needs of each child, adolescent, and adult who calls, my goal is to assist clients to become more masterful in their lives at every age. Using the lens of in-depth traditional psychotherapeutic knowledge, I aim for faster outcomes than those possible with "talk therapy" alone.
Accessing hope, grounding, greater energy, and newfound peace are my specialities and passion, and I assist the patient to take charge in finding harmony and illuminating a vibrant life. Working creatively and eclectically, I emphasize psychophysiology and integrative modalities, the medical end of psychology in my practice, Lifetime Development in Pleasanton, California. Assessing carefully the unique strengths and needs of each child, adolescent, and adult who calls, my goal is to assist clients to become more masterful in their lives at every age. Using the lens of in-depth traditional psychotherapeutic knowledge, I aim for faster outcomes than those possible with "talk therapy" alone.
My clients often tell me they feel cared about. I enjoy helping people find what works for them individually and provide a relaxing environment. Depression and anxiety are most often the symptoms to bring individuals into treatment, couples learn ways to be supportive of one another. I listen, make suggestions and offer techniques that will provide ways to get more out of daily life.
My clients often tell me they feel cared about. I enjoy helping people find what works for them individually and provide a relaxing environment. Depression and anxiety are most often the symptoms to bring individuals into treatment, couples learn ways to be supportive of one another. I listen, make suggestions and offer techniques that will provide ways to get more out of daily life.
Dr. Christine E. Dickson: Board Certified Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, MS, MA, LP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94566
As a psychologist with over 25 years of experience, I invite you to explore the transformative power of mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy. I've seen firsthand how this approach helps my clients rewire old patterns of thinking/behavior, and learn to navigate life's challenges with greater resilience. In addition, nearly 30,000 people worldwide follow my blog to learn my approach to healing and recovery. Visit christinedickson.com for more information.
As a psychologist with over 25 years of experience, I invite you to explore the transformative power of mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy. I've seen firsthand how this approach helps my clients rewire old patterns of thinking/behavior, and learn to navigate life's challenges with greater resilience. In addition, nearly 30,000 people worldwide follow my blog to learn my approach to healing and recovery. Visit christinedickson.com for more information.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94566
Sometimes our lives can just be overwhelming. Are you struggling with a more recent change or stressful situation? Relationship, work, parenting, divorce, job/school or overall imbalance in your life? For some, there are long term factors that can be obstacles to relationship, employment and success in our lives. Depression, anxiety, addiction, weight and body issues, often only worsen. Getting support, new perspective and tools to deal with challenges can be life changing and a key for long term emotional wellness.
Sometimes our lives can just be overwhelming. Are you struggling with a more recent change or stressful situation? Relationship, work, parenting, divorce, job/school or overall imbalance in your life? For some, there are long term factors that can be obstacles to relationship, employment and success in our lives. Depression, anxiety, addiction, weight and body issues, often only worsen. Getting support, new perspective and tools to deal with challenges can be life changing and a key for long term emotional wellness.
Willhouse Collaborative Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
We strive to provide a comprehensive therapy experience that promotes effective treatment and encourages personal growth and healing for our clients. Our approach also offers an opportunity to improve relationships as clients work towards achieving their goals. We strongly believe that the therapeutic relationship plays a significant role in helping clients reach their desired outcomes. Our mission is to help our clients become their best selves, and we are committed to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for individuals, couples, and families to address their mental health and relationship needs.
We strive to provide a comprehensive therapy experience that promotes effective treatment and encourages personal growth and healing for our clients. Our approach also offers an opportunity to improve relationships as clients work towards achieving their goals. We strongly believe that the therapeutic relationship plays a significant role in helping clients reach their desired outcomes. Our mission is to help our clients become their best selves, and we are committed to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for individuals, couples, and families to address their mental health and relationship needs.
A healthy, satisfying relationship is challenging, whether you strive for a good one with your parent, your spouse or partner, or your child. Each person experiences the relationship differently, and individual needs change. My practice includes working with relationship issues, stress and trauma, as well as depression and the impact of substance use, and separation and divorce on individuals, families and children. My therapeutic approach incorporates research and my years of clinical experience working with families, adults and children at all stages of relationships and development. I specialize in treating family members following divorce. Please call with any questions you may have.
A healthy, satisfying relationship is challenging, whether you strive for a good one with your parent, your spouse or partner, or your child. Each person experiences the relationship differently, and individual needs change. My practice includes working with relationship issues, stress and trauma, as well as depression and the impact of substance use, and separation and divorce on individuals, families and children. My therapeutic approach incorporates research and my years of clinical experience working with families, adults and children at all stages of relationships and development. I specialize in treating family members following divorce. Please call with any questions you may have.
Peggy Messerschmidt, MA, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Blocked? Do you struggle with relationships, being assertive, asking for what you need, setting appropriate boundaries or navigating conflict? Do you have a history of trauma or neglect and still struggle with its effects? As a LMFT, I can help you explore these issues and more, so you can come to understand yourself more deeply and make more conscious life choices.
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Blocked? Do you struggle with relationships, being assertive, asking for what you need, setting appropriate boundaries or navigating conflict? Do you have a history of trauma or neglect and still struggle with its effects? As a LMFT, I can help you explore these issues and more, so you can come to understand yourself more deeply and make more conscious life choices.
Stephen Sardella
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94588 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Since 1974, my training and experience as a psychotherapist has allowed me to help hundreds of individuals, couples and families with a variety of problems. Each person's problems are unique, and I believe each solution must be unique. My approach is customized, treating every person with respect, genuine concern and unquestionable confidentiality.
Since 1974, my training and experience as a psychotherapist has allowed me to help hundreds of individuals, couples and families with a variety of problems. Each person's problems are unique, and I believe each solution must be unique. My approach is customized, treating every person with respect, genuine concern and unquestionable confidentiality.
Kiran C. Easwarachandran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, R-DMT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566
I have practiced as an Integrative Movement Psychotherapist for over 17 years and believe that true healing shines through when we work with the whole self-the body, the mind and spirit. As a body-mind therapist I bring in an eclectic mix of psychodynamic theories, strengths based practice, CBT, dance and movement therapy, expressive arts, eco-therapy and mindfulness work to my practice.
I have practiced as an Integrative Movement Psychotherapist for over 17 years and believe that true healing shines through when we work with the whole self-the body, the mind and spirit. As a body-mind therapist I bring in an eclectic mix of psychodynamic theories, strengths based practice, CBT, dance and movement therapy, expressive arts, eco-therapy and mindfulness work to my practice.
Accepting new patients! Just living in today’s world can be difficult and exhausting. Many of us feel as if we are just “getting by.” We all struggle with our mental health, from daily conflict with others, feeling frustrated or irritable, painful past experiences(trauma), struggles with work and family, and anxious thoughts. These issues can hinder our ability to heal and grow. We can all use help at times, even if we don’t know how to ask for it. I provide comprehensive support and direct feedback to help guide you through this difficult journey, to reach a path that leads to healing, understanding, acceptance, and resolution.
Accepting new patients! Just living in today’s world can be difficult and exhausting. Many of us feel as if we are just “getting by.” We all struggle with our mental health, from daily conflict with others, feeling frustrated or irritable, painful past experiences(trauma), struggles with work and family, and anxious thoughts. These issues can hinder our ability to heal and grow. We can all use help at times, even if we don’t know how to ask for it. I provide comprehensive support and direct feedback to help guide you through this difficult journey, to reach a path that leads to healing, understanding, acceptance, and resolution.
Dr. Carol Deas-Lopez
Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Are you struggling to connect with a partner or child who is increasingly irritable and withdrawn? Has your family member turned to substances to cope with increased stress? As a wife and mother, I know how heart-wrenching it is to watch someone you love struggle and to be pushed away when you show caring. They may tell you nothing’s wrong, but your concern doesn’t just turn off like a switch. In fact, that may be part of the problem. Do you feel selfish when you think about how much you're struggling? This is a common feeling to have - but any therapist would tell you from experience - you can’t pour from an empty cup.
Are you struggling to connect with a partner or child who is increasingly irritable and withdrawn? Has your family member turned to substances to cope with increased stress? As a wife and mother, I know how heart-wrenching it is to watch someone you love struggle and to be pushed away when you show caring. They may tell you nothing’s wrong, but your concern doesn’t just turn off like a switch. In fact, that may be part of the problem. Do you feel selfish when you think about how much you're struggling? This is a common feeling to have - but any therapist would tell you from experience - you can’t pour from an empty cup.
We opened our doors in September of 1980 to add value to our community in the area of human service. Our goal is to assist teens, single adults, couples and families in their journey through life's challenges, losses and broken relationships.
We opened our doors in September of 1980 to add value to our community in the area of human service. Our goal is to assist teens, single adults, couples and families in their journey through life's challenges, losses and broken relationships.
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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.