Supporting Middle Aged and Older Adults Through Life's Transitions

Meeting You Where You Are with Compassionate Counseling for Life's Challenges, Changes, and Opportunities.
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About

LifeSpan Counseling for Older Adults, LLC The aging process brings unexpected challenges, but also the opportunity for meaningful change. Health concerns, chronic illness, caregiving responsibilities, loneliness, depression, anxiety, and shifting relationships can leave you feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about the future. As roles change and losses become more frequent, many older adults find themselves feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. At LifeSpan Counseling for Older Adults, I specialize in therapy with adults navigating these complex life transitions. I provide a safe, supportive space where you can process your experiences, reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, and begin to regain a sense of balance and control. Together, we’ll identify your strengths, clarify your what's most important to you, and develop practical strategies to cope with stress, manage emotions, and improve daily functioning. Whether you’re coping with chronic illness, managing caregiver stress, adjusting to health changes, facing relationship shifts, downsizing, or searching for meaning in this stage of life, therapy can help you move forward with greater confidence and stability. A central part of my approach is the use of storytelling as a therapeutic tool. By exploring your life experiences and personal narrative, we can make sense of challenges, highlight resilience, and uncover new perspectives that support healing and growth. This process often helps clients reconnect with a deeper sense of identity, purpose, and direction. My work is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I focus on helping you build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful change, so you can experience improved emotional well-being and a greater sense of fulfillment in your everyday life. You deserve support during this season of your life and a path forward that feels steady, meaningful, and your own. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or struggling with depression or anxiety, I invite you to reach out today for a free consultation. Together, we’ll explore your goals and begin creating a plan to help you face life’s challenges with greater ease, clarity, and hope.
Karen Elliott LCSW, CAGC
Psychotherapist & Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Services

  • Aging
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Illness
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • End of Life
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Loneliness

Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Client Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Narrative

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Medicare

Testimonials

“"I’m 67, and Karen is the first therapist I’ve ever had. I find myself wondering why I waited so long in life to find someone to talk to. I feel so heard and seen by her and she validates my feelings."”

Deborah

“"Karen helped me understand my dad's illness and how to be a better caregiver. She taught me ways to manage my expectations and prioritize self-care so I could care for him properly. I’m so grateful for her support and guidance."”

Marva

“"I am feeling less overwhelmed by my disabilities because Karen is helping me accept my challenges. I'm learning to focus on the present and what really matters to me and am finally finding purpose."”

Patsy