PAULA STEPHANI, LPC
Be Your Own Ally
The more we can be curious and open minded towards ourselves, the more we can learn and grow.
- Richard C. Schwartz
Hello and Welcome!
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While I enjoy working with adults of all ages, I specialize in working with older adults who are looking for support as they navigate the often challenging terrain of aging.
Grief, loss, loneliness, anxiety, depression, and physical limitations can affect us at any age, but can feel especially overwhelming with the added vulnerabilities and uncertainties of aging.
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Old ways of coping may become more pronounced and problematic, and old issues we thought we had resolved may resurface.
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Additionally, as our perspective of the time we have left shifts, so does our sense of self, purpose, and meaning need to shift to keep us from falling into depression and lack of motivation.
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In many ways, the ideal time to heal old wounds and find inner peace is in our 60s, 70s, and 80s. While we may feel more vulnerable in some ways as we age, we are also likely to have developed a deep-rooted resilience, a more inward focus, and a readiness and even urgency to address difficult issues we might not have been ready to face before.
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Whether the concern that is bringing you to therapy now has been a part of your life since childhood or is a more recent concern, the opportunity for learning, self-compassion, and growth is always there for you, no matter your age.