Supporting Older Adults

Aging is a deeply human process. As years pass, people often notice physical changes—slower movement, gray hair, lines in the skin—but aging also brings less visible shifts, such as new perspectives, memories layered over decades, and a growing sense of what truly matters. While aging can include challenges like social losses and declining health, it can also offer meaningful rewards: stronger self-understanding, deeper relationships, and a broader appreciation for life’s moments, both ordinary and extraordinary.

Life after 60 can bring profound milestones, including job and retirement transitions, health changes, grief and loss, shifts in identity, and evolving family dynamics. At the same time, it can also be a period of reflection, resilience, and growth. I provide a warm, respectful space where older adults feel heard, valued, and understood. Together, we address concerns such as anxiety, depression, loneliness, life review, and adjustment to change, while honoring the rich experiences and wisdom each person brings. My approach is collaborative and paced thoughtfully, supporting clients in maintaining dignity, strengthening coping skills, and finding renewed purpose and connection in this stage of life.

What about middle-aged and younger adults?

We’re always aging from the moment we’re born. If you don’t identify as an older adult, my lifespan perspective will help you interact with elders more compassionately, understand your own aging process, and reflect on ageism and the ways it may be impacting your life.

Additionally, people of all ages engage in caregiving for older adults. Caregivers must often balance multiple responsibilities such as managing medical needs, providing emotional support, and handling daily tasks. Regardless of the circumstances, this balancing work can be really hard to bear! Caregivers in therapy with me can process their experiences with topics like physical exhaustion, emotional stress, lack of time for themselves, worry, guilt, and sadness. I view caregivers as people able to feel strong compassion and commitment. We can start by acknowledging these strengths before connecting with your individual journey.