Geriatric and Seniors Therapists in Berwyn, IL
I am continually amazed by the human capacity to grow, change, and flourish in the midst of personal and societal challenges. Particularly as we grapple with the developmental challenges that emerge throughout our lives. Circumstances such as new relationships, pregnancy and adoption, career changes, midlife shifts, retirement, and older age are all normal and create opportunities for growth. All of this can be stressful and we often need extra support in the midst of these experiences. In a counseling relationship with me, we will walk through this journey together, focusing our work on what brings joy and contentment to your life.
I am continually amazed by the human capacity to grow, change, and flourish in the midst of personal and societal challenges. Particularly as we grapple with the developmental challenges that emerge throughout our lives. Circumstances such as new relationships, pregnancy and adoption, career changes, midlife shifts, retirement, and older age are all normal and create opportunities for growth. All of this can be stressful and we often need extra support in the midst of these experiences. In a counseling relationship with me, we will walk through this journey together, focusing our work on what brings joy and contentment to your life.
Life is never straightforward, and we are often left facing changes that are both surprising and difficult to navigate. Our routines are thrown off and we find ourselves living life in ways that we never imagined. Yet, as uncertain as it all may feel, we try to manage these struggles as best we can. It is through the turmoil we encounter and the perseverance that follows that we truly learn the essence of our souls. Whether you're at crossroads, distressed over troubled relationships, facing difficult challenges. or looking for meaning in life, I can work with you as you explore through your journey of self-discovery.
Life is never straightforward, and we are often left facing changes that are both surprising and difficult to navigate. Our routines are thrown off and we find ourselves living life in ways that we never imagined. Yet, as uncertain as it all may feel, we try to manage these struggles as best we can. It is through the turmoil we encounter and the perseverance that follows that we truly learn the essence of our souls. Whether you're at crossroads, distressed over troubled relationships, facing difficult challenges. or looking for meaning in life, I can work with you as you explore through your journey of self-discovery.
Heather R. Holzhauser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berwyn, IL 60402 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults and couples, focusing on key areas such as attachment theory/style, conflict, life transitions, aging, chronic illnesses, infertility issues, and supporting parents of children with autism spectrum disorder. Engaging in this meaningful work with my clients is a daily privilege for me. I create a secure, empathetic, and non-judgmental space, encouraging individuals to explore beneath the surface.
I specialize in working with adults and couples, focusing on key areas such as attachment theory/style, conflict, life transitions, aging, chronic illnesses, infertility issues, and supporting parents of children with autism spectrum disorder. Engaging in this meaningful work with my clients is a daily privilege for me. I create a secure, empathetic, and non-judgmental space, encouraging individuals to explore beneath the surface.
We all find ourselves at times in our life that we require nurturance to help us through life's changes. Loss in our lives requires care and guidance by a professional. Loss may be defined in various ways, it may be death, divorce, depression, addictions, infidelity, anxiety, infertility just to name a few.
I work to specifically assist individuals, couples, families and groups to alleviate emotional disorders, to understand conscious and unconscious motivation, to resolve emotional, relationship and attitudinal conflicts and to help modify behaviors that interfere with effective emotional, social adaptive, and intellectual functioning.
We all find ourselves at times in our life that we require nurturance to help us through life's changes. Loss in our lives requires care and guidance by a professional. Loss may be defined in various ways, it may be death, divorce, depression, addictions, infidelity, anxiety, infertility just to name a few.
I work to specifically assist individuals, couples, families and groups to alleviate emotional disorders, to understand conscious and unconscious motivation, to resolve emotional, relationship and attitudinal conflicts and to help modify behaviors that interfere with effective emotional, social adaptive, and intellectual functioning.
Penny Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MDiv, MSW, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berwyn, IL 60402
Waitlist for new clients
Availability opening in August - call today. Puzzled about life, family, work, or friends? Not sure how to move forward with life transitions? Are issues of aging impacting your happiness? Willing to try a unique approach? I am a clinical therapist that listens and thinks differently than others. The goal is to understand who you are in your family/society and how those structures impact your life. Take time to reflect on and identify the patterns that create anxiety in your life while learning new techniques to process stress. Enjoy a supportive, non-judgmental environment, a place where you can transform.
Availability opening in August - call today. Puzzled about life, family, work, or friends? Not sure how to move forward with life transitions? Are issues of aging impacting your happiness? Willing to try a unique approach? I am a clinical therapist that listens and thinks differently than others. The goal is to understand who you are in your family/society and how those structures impact your life. Take time to reflect on and identify the patterns that create anxiety in your life while learning new techniques to process stress. Enjoy a supportive, non-judgmental environment, a place where you can transform.
William Ressl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MDiv, MSW, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berwyn, IL 60402
Waitlist for new clients
Availability opening in August - call today. Feel anxious? Stressed out? Depressed? Lonely? Irritable? That life has no meaning? Does it feel like something is just not quite right? Let’s work together to make life different. We’ll look systematically at the emotional processes and triggers that can create grief in life. Knowing the processes and triggers that impact life negatively can help to think more clearly on what you can and will do to make life better. We’ll explore historic patterns of trauma and resilience to begin renewing your life one step at a time.
Availability opening in August - call today. Feel anxious? Stressed out? Depressed? Lonely? Irritable? That life has no meaning? Does it feel like something is just not quite right? Let’s work together to make life different. We’ll look systematically at the emotional processes and triggers that can create grief in life. Knowing the processes and triggers that impact life negatively can help to think more clearly on what you can and will do to make life better. We’ll explore historic patterns of trauma and resilience to begin renewing your life one step at a time.
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Brittany Lueken
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602 (Online Only)
Have you been personally affected by dementia, either as a caregiver or someone who has memory concerns? I can help with an empathetic and practical approach. I also welcome other family members into a "family session" so that we can agree on what path works best for you. Stress, depression, and anxiety often effect both individuals who have been diagnosed with dementia and their care partners. Alleviating stress and navigating the day-to-day challenges that come with life changes are my specialty. If you have memory concerns or care for someone who does and would like to talk to someone, I am here to help!
Have you been personally affected by dementia, either as a caregiver or someone who has memory concerns? I can help with an empathetic and practical approach. I also welcome other family members into a "family session" so that we can agree on what path works best for you. Stress, depression, and anxiety often effect both individuals who have been diagnosed with dementia and their care partners. Alleviating stress and navigating the day-to-day challenges that come with life changes are my specialty. If you have memory concerns or care for someone who does and would like to talk to someone, I am here to help!
Alicia has an expressed passion for providing services to older adult populations (55+).
Alicia is an EMDR trained licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) with certification in Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Alicia specializes in trauma-focused therapies, working with diverse age groups and family systems across the Chicagoland communities.
Alicia has an expressed passion for providing services to older adult populations (55+).
Alicia is an EMDR trained licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) with certification in Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Alicia specializes in trauma-focused therapies, working with diverse age groups and family systems across the Chicagoland communities.
Stefanie Maxwell
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60618 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My specialties include managing chronic illnesses and food allergies, geographic transitions, older adults, people with physical disabilities, ADHD, depression, and anxiety.
I help people who have difficulty managing their feelings, organizing their time, speaking up for themselves, and issues with sleep. Seeking help with these things is not easy, although it is often needed to get past places where you feel stuck. There are ways to learn to cope better and better manage your life. Together, we work to create solutions to make the life you would prefer to live, within a warm supportive atmosphere.
My specialties include managing chronic illnesses and food allergies, geographic transitions, older adults, people with physical disabilities, ADHD, depression, and anxiety.
I help people who have difficulty managing their feelings, organizing their time, speaking up for themselves, and issues with sleep. Seeking help with these things is not easy, although it is often needed to get past places where you feel stuck. There are ways to learn to cope better and better manage your life. Together, we work to create solutions to make the life you would prefer to live, within a warm supportive atmosphere.
Robin Zazove
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60642 (Online Only)
After many years working in nursing homes, hospice, and memory care, I am uniquely capable of helping individuals and families navigate aging/end-of-life issues, and have been a Certified Dementia Practitioner.
I understand life can be stressful. We all struggle at times and need someone to help us through. In my work with clients and families, I firmly believe in building on the strengths and resilience you already possess to help you get through more difficult moments. My attitude and approach to treatment is that while we all have our struggles, every challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow as a person. I specialize in working with individuals or adult family members, such as couples, siblings, parents, or entire family units.
After many years working in nursing homes, hospice, and memory care, I am uniquely capable of helping individuals and families navigate aging/end-of-life issues, and have been a Certified Dementia Practitioner.
I understand life can be stressful. We all struggle at times and need someone to help us through. In my work with clients and families, I firmly believe in building on the strengths and resilience you already possess to help you get through more difficult moments. My attitude and approach to treatment is that while we all have our struggles, every challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow as a person. I specialize in working with individuals or adult family members, such as couples, siblings, parents, or entire family units.
I offer support and direction for the changes and challenges of adults 18 years old through geriatric populations.
Are you questioning which way to go in your situation? Unsure of the next step to resolve what is happening in your life? Come in to my office to effectively address issues in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere. The office is conveniently located just steps from the Jefferson Park blue line stop. It is on Milwaukee Ave off the Lawrence exit of I-90 (and a few blocks from I-94). Telehealth on a HIPAA compliant platform is an option as well.
I offer support and direction for the changes and challenges of adults 18 years old through geriatric populations.
Are you questioning which way to go in your situation? Unsure of the next step to resolve what is happening in your life? Come in to my office to effectively address issues in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere. The office is conveniently located just steps from the Jefferson Park blue line stop. It is on Milwaukee Ave off the Lawrence exit of I-90 (and a few blocks from I-94). Telehealth on a HIPAA compliant platform is an option as well.
I discover objectively what is the issue, applying the best treatment for abuse, aging, alcohol/substance use, anger, anxiety, attention deficit, autism spectrum disorders, bereavement, cancer, career consultation, coping, criminal charges, custody, delinquency, dementia, depression, divorce, DUI, dyslexia, hyperactivity, hypnosis, individualized education plans, insomnia, job loss, learning disability, lower productivity, neuropsychological exams, panic attacks, parenting, personal injury, personality tests, post automobile accident, relationships, stress, trauma, TBI, underachievement, vocational guidance, workers compensation.
I discover objectively what is the issue, applying the best treatment for abuse, aging, alcohol/substance use, anger, anxiety, attention deficit, autism spectrum disorders, bereavement, cancer, career consultation, coping, criminal charges, custody, delinquency, dementia, depression, divorce, DUI, dyslexia, hyperactivity, hypnosis, individualized education plans, insomnia, job loss, learning disability, lower productivity, neuropsychological exams, panic attacks, parenting, personal injury, personality tests, post automobile accident, relationships, stress, trauma, TBI, underachievement, vocational guidance, workers compensation.
Safe Place Counseling specializes in treatment with Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Grief/Loss, Identity/Self Esteem, Seniors/Older Adults, Relationship Issues, Crisis Counseling, Anger/Aggression Management, Trauma, and Teen Issues.
Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.
Safe Place Counseling specializes in treatment with Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Grief/Loss, Identity/Self Esteem, Seniors/Older Adults, Relationship Issues, Crisis Counseling, Anger/Aggression Management, Trauma, and Teen Issues.
Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.
My primary objective is to offer support and treatment to adults, seniors, and families who are seeking help for their mental health and addiction disorders.
I am a licensed clinical and rehabilitation therapist based in Illinois, with over two decades of experience in treating mood disorders, anxiety, family systems, and addiction or substance misuse.
My primary objective is to offer support and treatment to adults, seniors, and families who are seeking help for their mental health and addiction disorders.
I am a licensed clinical and rehabilitation therapist based in Illinois, with over two decades of experience in treating mood disorders, anxiety, family systems, and addiction or substance misuse.
Jenn Ross
Counselor, MAAT, LCPC, ATR, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
Waitlist for new clients
I thrive working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief/loss, attachment difficulties, residual effects from trauma, career transitions, relationship challenges, and those affected by Alzheimer’s/Dementia.
My practice as an art therapist and counselor is founded on an eclectic theoretical foundation. I believe the most successful way to achieve personal goals in therapy is by developing a trusting relationship. Taking the time to learn a client’s strengths and aspirations, as well as their personal and family history with curiosity and compassion is imperative. The foundation of my practice is strengths-based - I approach our work together with the understanding that everyone experiences challenges and has many abilities that may be utilized to reduce symptoms, navigate challenges, and improve relationships.
I thrive working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief/loss, attachment difficulties, residual effects from trauma, career transitions, relationship challenges, and those affected by Alzheimer’s/Dementia.
My practice as an art therapist and counselor is founded on an eclectic theoretical foundation. I believe the most successful way to achieve personal goals in therapy is by developing a trusting relationship. Taking the time to learn a client’s strengths and aspirations, as well as their personal and family history with curiosity and compassion is imperative. The foundation of my practice is strengths-based - I approach our work together with the understanding that everyone experiences challenges and has many abilities that may be utilized to reduce symptoms, navigate challenges, and improve relationships.
Your heart drops into your stomach and you are at a loss for words. Maybe you feel numb. Maybe you can't stop crying. No matter what your reaction is, your life as you know it has changed in one instance. You've been diagnosed with a terminal or chronic illness. A flood of questions comes to your mind: is this the beginning of the end, how will this effect my career, how do I tell my family? I have dedicated my life to guiding people through the emotional difficulties related to managing conditions such as: mild cognitive impairment, dementia, TBI, stroke, cancer, transplant, and pregnancy/fertility concerns.
Your heart drops into your stomach and you are at a loss for words. Maybe you feel numb. Maybe you can't stop crying. No matter what your reaction is, your life as you know it has changed in one instance. You've been diagnosed with a terminal or chronic illness. A flood of questions comes to your mind: is this the beginning of the end, how will this effect my career, how do I tell my family? I have dedicated my life to guiding people through the emotional difficulties related to managing conditions such as: mild cognitive impairment, dementia, TBI, stroke, cancer, transplant, and pregnancy/fertility concerns.
I pay careful attention to the significance and challenge of major developmental transitions: relationship commitment, career choices, decisions regarding children, marriage,divorce and the challenges of dealing with elderly parents.
I am an active, cognitive behavioral therapist who forms strong therapeutic partnerships, laced with humor, gentleness, thoughtful confrontation and the belief that individuals have the right,responsibility and capacity to decide how they want to live. I am both supportive and challenging. I help individuals examine their belief systems, identify strengths, work through barriers to growth and develop specific strategies for modifying their behavior. While I believe that the client is ultimately responsible for life choices, I am actively involved as a consultant, supporter, strategist and trusted advisor.
I pay careful attention to the significance and challenge of major developmental transitions: relationship commitment, career choices, decisions regarding children, marriage,divorce and the challenges of dealing with elderly parents.
I am an active, cognitive behavioral therapist who forms strong therapeutic partnerships, laced with humor, gentleness, thoughtful confrontation and the belief that individuals have the right,responsibility and capacity to decide how they want to live. I am both supportive and challenging. I help individuals examine their belief systems, identify strengths, work through barriers to growth and develop specific strategies for modifying their behavior. While I believe that the client is ultimately responsible for life choices, I am actively involved as a consultant, supporter, strategist and trusted advisor.
I have experience with anxiety, grief and loss, depression, adjustment to chronic illness, familial dementia stressors, caregiver stress, and sibling relationships.
I believe that every individual is unique, and that starting therapy can be difficult no matter your age. A person’s mental health is very important, and while it can be burdensome to start the process of improving it, reaching out for support is an important first step. I want to make the process of finding a therapist that works for you easy and painless. Even if I end up not being the right fit, I will help to find someone who I believe will work well with you and your needs.
I have experience with anxiety, grief and loss, depression, adjustment to chronic illness, familial dementia stressors, caregiver stress, and sibling relationships.
I believe that every individual is unique, and that starting therapy can be difficult no matter your age. A person’s mental health is very important, and while it can be burdensome to start the process of improving it, reaching out for support is an important first step. I want to make the process of finding a therapist that works for you easy and painless. Even if I end up not being the right fit, I will help to find someone who I believe will work well with you and your needs.
I see ages 10 and older, military, first responders, and providers, and specialize in psych and neuropsych testing.
Currently accepting new patients. I believe each person has an innate capacity for growth and self-awareness just waiting to be explored. If you are navigating challenging life transitions, a blend of personal and professional challenges, have relationship issues, dealing with feelings of uncertainty, self-doubt, lack of fulfillment in various aspects of your life, or perhaps on a quest for a deeper sense of self-discovery, an existential-integration approach may provide a collaborative and compassionate space for you to reflect upon your experiences, gain clarity about your values, and deepen your understanding of yourself.
I see ages 10 and older, military, first responders, and providers, and specialize in psych and neuropsych testing.
Currently accepting new patients. I believe each person has an innate capacity for growth and self-awareness just waiting to be explored. If you are navigating challenging life transitions, a blend of personal and professional challenges, have relationship issues, dealing with feelings of uncertainty, self-doubt, lack of fulfillment in various aspects of your life, or perhaps on a quest for a deeper sense of self-discovery, an existential-integration approach may provide a collaborative and compassionate space for you to reflect upon your experiences, gain clarity about your values, and deepen your understanding of yourself.
Ellen Rosendale, LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60611 (Online Only)
I have a special interest in working with people who are bereaved, older adults, family caregivers, and healthcare workers, including therapists.
A time of stress is one of the most common reasons to seek therapy. People also often enter counseling after experiencing a loss or a looming loss, whether it concerns a health crisis, relationship, divorce, job, the death of a loved one, or a major disappointment. My goal is to develop a warm and trusting working relationship with every client so that they have the opportunity to explore their thinking and feelings in a setting that is safe and secure. My work is solution-focused and evidenced-based. Ultimately, the goal of any therapy is life enhancement.
I have a special interest in working with people who are bereaved, older adults, family caregivers, and healthcare workers, including therapists.
A time of stress is one of the most common reasons to seek therapy. People also often enter counseling after experiencing a loss or a looming loss, whether it concerns a health crisis, relationship, divorce, job, the death of a loved one, or a major disappointment. My goal is to develop a warm and trusting working relationship with every client so that they have the opportunity to explore their thinking and feelings in a setting that is safe and secure. My work is solution-focused and evidenced-based. Ultimately, the goal of any therapy is life enhancement.
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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.