Aging Concerns

I have a special interest in concerns around aging and life transitions when clients are or near retirement.

I would imagine almost everyone experiences challenges at some point in their life related to transitions. From teenagers figuring out who they are and what they believe to those in mid-life wondering if they are on the best path to retirees asking, "What now?" as they face an empty nest, I work with people as they navigate life stages and reimagine their personal identities.

There is no preparation or pre-education for the difficulties that come with aging. People need a place to re-navigate, re-consider, review and receive support in the process of aging.

Hello, Baby Boomers! I am a geriatric psychologist & I feel so drawn to your generation, to everything you & your loved ones are going through as you navigate all the new issues associated with each stage of life, the changes taking place not just in your body & mind, but in your spirit, in the world around you, and in your relationship to it. I may not have as much life experience & wisdom as you, but I do know a few things! I'm sure you'll find that I have much to share that will help you.

Aging often brings up a lot of stuff for folks. A lot a lot. Fear of the unknown, concerns about family history of diseases, caregiving roles, depending on others for help (accepting help, let alone asking for it!), making tough decisions about end-of-life care and interventions, making moves into care settings where you never wanted to go, diagnoses that are devastating, and so much more. It can also be a time of tremendous growth and purpose. I am here for you for all of it.

When you find yourself or someone that you love at this stage in the journey, it can feel overwhelming. We spend so much of our lives thinking about how we want to live, but we don’t spend time preparing for death and dying. Even though it is a natural life change that we will all experience, it can be frightening to think about death or what life will be like after the loss of a loved one – there can be strong emotions, fears, and maybe even some regrets.

Aging, grieving, and caregiving come with a unique set of challenges and stress. It is common to feel alone and guilty during these stages.

Midlife issues, retirement adjustment, menopausal issues

Many people feel anxiety and depression as they navigate the challenges of aging, change, and mortality. Beyond the physical changes of aging, it can also bring emotional struggles, such as the feeling like time is running out, nostalgia for the past, hopelessness about the future, regrets, lingering "what ifs," fears of unrealized potential, and the fear of missing out (FOMO).

I work with adults on mid to late life issues. This may include coping with age-related and chronic health conditions; partner loss, death and dying; transitions to empty nesting, retirement and relocation; functionality and quality of life; finding purpose, integrative understanding and wisdom; social isolation and loneliness.

I specialize in working with adults from middle age to later life, including caregivers and focus on needs and concerns related to aging and life transitions.

As we age, we tend to feel like no one can understand what we're going through because struggling as you age just isn't discussed enough. I am here to normalize your experience and help you discover meaning as you age.

In addressing aging concerns, I provide a supportive and empowering space for individuals to navigate changes in sexuality, intimacy, and body image as they age. Through personalized strategies, psychoeducation, and compassionate exploration, I help clients embrace their evolving sexual selves with confidence, resilience, and a renewed sense of vitality and fulfillment.