Therapy for Older Adults
Aging brings unique challenges that can affect your emotional and mental well-being in ways that may be hard to express. Whether you’re navigating retirement, dealing with loss, or adjusting to health changes, counseling can help you process these transitions with support and understanding. Our compassionate services are here to help you build resilience, find purpose, and thrive during this important stage of life.
Common Reasons Older Adults Begin Therapy
Older adults often begin therapy to navigate life changes that can feel overwhelming or isolating. Common reasons include dealing with the emotional impact of retirement, which can lead to feelings of purposelessness or depression, and coping with grief following the loss of a spouse, family member, or close friend. Health issues, including chronic illness or the aging process itself, can also bring up anxiety, fear, or frustration. Additionally, many older adults seek therapy to address loneliness, relationship difficulties, or to adjust to changes in their living situation. Therapy provides a safe space to process these challenges, build resilience, and gain tools for emotional well-being during this significant stage of life.
Therapists for Older Adults
Our specialized team of therapists is dedicated to supporting older adults as they navigate the unique challenges that come with aging. With expertise in geriatric mental health, we provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space to address issues such as retirement transitions, grief and loss, chronic illness, and changes in family dynamics. Using evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs, we help older adults build resilience, improve coping skills, and enhance emotional well-being. Whether you're adjusting to life changes or seeking support for mental health concerns, our therapists are committed to helping you thrive and embrace this stage of life with confidence and purpose.
Lauren Paules, LSW
Lauren is currently accepting clients in Pennsylvania, specializing in anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and the challenges that come with aging, chronic illness, and terminal diagnoses. With a warm, nonjudgmental approach, Lauren provides personalized support to help older adults navigate these life changes, fostering resilience, self-awareness, and emotional well-being.
