Geriatric Counseling in Summit County, CO
We help older adults navigate life's transitions so they can enjoy their daily life. Together, we help them find meaning and purpose.
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Find your Grit
Find your Joy
Moving into your Golden Years can be an exciting transition for some adults. But, others find the new challenges that aging brings to be overwhelming. For many, this can take away from their enjoyment and satisfaction in life. At Grit Therapy, we understand that unique challenges are facing older adults. Through informed therapy approaches, we can help you work through tough transitions. A retirement counselor can help you continue living a full, meaningful life. Counseling for older adults helps clients navigate transitions like:
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Retirement
Divorce
Shifts in identity and/or community
Living in a new community
Finding meaning and purpose in retirement
Empty nest
Changing relationships
Chronic pain
Loss of a spouse or child
Health issues
Sexual dysfunction
Isolation and loneliness
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Call today for a free consultation. Together, we will decide if Grit Therapy can help you get unstuck and move towards your goals.
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Get Help From a Retirement Counselor in Silverthorne, CO
Our therapists can help you with an array of issues related to aging and retirement including:
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Decreased feelings of anxiety and more feelings of peace and contentment
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Decreased feelings of paranoia and fear
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Decreased feelings of depression and sadness
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Improved communication with your loved ones
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Redefining your identity after retirement or empty nesting
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Finding meaningful, purposeful activities and interests
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Grief support after the loss of a loved one
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Improved sleep and eating patterns
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Decreased self-harm and suicidal ideation
Redefining Yourself After Retirement
For many, their identity and self-esteem come from their work lives. Or, their social connections and friendships. There can be major feelings of loss as adults shift out of careers and into retirement. At Grit Therapy, we understand how disorienting this transition can be. We also believe that retirement can be a time for reinvention. This can provide older adults with a chance to build a meaningful, connected life. We help clients to redefine their identity and self-esteem during this new chapter.
Your time may have been consumed by work and family duties. So, you may not have had the chance to focus on your own needs and interests. We help older adults rediscover and develop the parts of themselves that they finally have time to nurture.
The Challenges of Aging
You may be enjoying retirement, grandchildren, or a different pace of life. But, you may also be feeling the mental and physical effects of aging. It can be difficult to redefine your identity after retirement. It can also be overwhelming to deal with medical conditions and find activities as your access and mobility change. Our clients often struggle with the loss of loved ones. We offer support for older adults to grieve and adjust to a new world without their partners and friends.
Depression in Older Adults
Depression is a serious concern for older adults. So, early detection and treatment are key to recovery.
According to the CDC "It is estimated that 20% of people age 55 years or older experience some type of mental health concern. The most common conditions include anxiety, severe cognitive impairment, and mood disorders (such as depression or bipolar disorder)."
"Depression, a type of mood disorder, is the most prevalent mental health problem among older adults. It is associated with distress and suffering. It also can lead to impairments in physical, mental, and social functioning. The presence of
depressive disorders often adversely affects the course and complicates the treatment of other chronic diseases"
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Don't wait. Call today to see if working with us is a good fit for you or your loved one.
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Begin Geriatric Counseling in Summit County, CO
Navigating your Golden Years is much easier said than done. Our caring therapists understand the concerns this time of transition can bring! We offer support from our Silverthorne, CO-based therapy practice. To start geriatric counseling in Summit County, CO, please follow these simple steps:
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Reach out by completing the form below
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Schedule a free phone consultation
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Start enjoying your Golden Years!
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Other Services Offered with Grit Therapy
Geriatric counseling isn't the only service we provide at our Summit County, CO-based therapy practice. We also provide therapy for depression, anxiety and panic, trauma, EMDR, addiction counseling, and eating disorders. For new and expecting mothers, we provide support for pregnancy and postpartum. We also offer LGBTQIA+ therapy, ketamine therapy, support clients of all ages via family therapy and parent coaching. Feel free to visit our blog or about page to learn more today!