If your 75-year-old client stops coming to therapy, it might not be them. It might be your approach.   In this episode, I explore why therapy must evolve, just like people, with age. I share five powerful ways to evolve your practice to better serve…

Depression is NOT a normal part of aging—yet it’s silently stealing joy, independence, and even life from millions of older adults. Most go undiagnosed and untreated. Why? Because we mistake their suffering for “just getting older.” But here’s the truth: late-life depression is serious—and it’s…

What It Takes to Build a National Movement for Mental Health & Aging Ever wonder what it really takes to build a national movement for mental health and aging? In this inspiring behind-the-scenes episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing the heart, hustle, and…

Do you regularly screen for depression in the older adults you work with? Do you know which screening tools are best to use with older adults? With adults with mild cognitive impairment? With adults with moderate to severe dementia? No worries! I got you covered.…

Are older adults really lonelier than young people? You might be surprised by the answer. In this episode of The Psychology of Aging, we uncover the complex truth about loneliness and isolation in older adults—and why their impact is far more dangerous than many realize.…

The First Sign I Was Experiencing Vicarious Trauma I am so glad that you’re here and joining me for part two of Trauma-Informed Care with Older Adults. Today’s episode focuses on you—the professional in your role of providing care and services to older adults.  …

When we think about trauma, older adults are often not the first group that comes to mind. However, 70-90% of older adults have experienced a traumatic event in their lifetime, and they are particularly vulnerable to medical trauma. Trauma-informed care is essential for supporting aging…

Did you know that 20-22% of older adults have a mental health condition like depression, anxiety, or substance use disorder—yet most go undetected and untreated? This isn’t because these conditions aren’t treatable, but because systemic barriers, misconceptions, and a lack of professional training make it…

  Your Hidden Biases May Be Harming Your Clients.   Have you ever thought, “Older adults are just set in their ways” or “Therapy isn’t effective for older clients”? If so, this episode is for you. Today, we tackle the hidden biases that even seasoned mental health professionals may…

  In this Psychology of Aging episode, we dive deep into the recent changes in Medicare policies that now allow Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs) to enroll as Medicare providers. This landmark policy update, effective January 1, 2024, opens…

    Today we’re diving deep into a topic that affects many older adults but is often misunderstood: depression and anxiety.     While these mental health conditions are prevalent among older adults, they are not a normal part of aging and deserve our attention…

Did you know that 65% of adults over 65 report high-risk drinking? Understanding the unique impacts of alcohol on aging bodies is crucial for all of us.   In this episode, I’ll walk you through three key considerations: increased sensitivity to alcohol, health complications, and…