Highly Rated Geriatric Therapist in Cleveland

In older adults, anxiety and depression often occur together. If you’re experiencing either, or both concurrently, professional support is advised. 

Symptoms of depression include:

• Disturbed sleep (sleeping excessively or insufficiently

• Changes in appetite (weight loss or gain)

• Physical aches and pains

• Lack of energy or motivation

• Irritability and intolerance

• Loss of interest or pleasure

• Feelings of worthlessness or guilt

• Difficulties with concentration or decision-making

• Noticeable restlessness or slow movement

• Recurring thoughts of death.
  

Supportive geriatric counseling, life review, CBT, acceptance, and problem-solving daily challenges can be helpful to those experiencing depression and anxiety.

Many older adults find themselves as the primary caretaker for other family members. Caregivers may experience high stress due to the perception that their role is their sole responsibility, even if it exceeds their capacity. Plus, others, potentially within your or the person in your care’s family, may inadvertently place additional, unwanted stress on you as a caregiver. 

Being a caregiver can be overwhelming and lead to a persistent state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion. Although not a clinical diagnosis, these symptoms are commonly referred to as “caregiver syndrome”. Many caregivers tend to neglect their own needs, which can lead to a more challenging situation for both the caregiver and the person they are caring for, as their own health is compromised in all aspects. Geriatric therapy in Cleveland could be the support you need if you’re dealing with caregiver stress.

As we get older, the amount of illness, loss, and death that we experience often increases. Grief is a natural reaction to loss, and as a process, can impair our daily living. Everyone experiences bereavement in their own way, but some may need extra support to help them navigate life after loss. 

Whatever your form of grief, such as the grief that comes with chronic illness, watching someone you love deteriorate, loss of a loved one, or grief related to a significant life change, all grief can make it challenging to manage emotions. Many people in grief experience intense frustration, anxiety, anger, sadness, or emotional shutdown. 

Mental health services for seniors in Cleveland can help people develop tools to adapt to loss, regulate their emotions, respond to triggers in a healthier way, and cultivate emotional resilience. Together, we can work with you to find ways to continue living even while experiencing grief.

As one ages, the roles and responsibilities of daily life can alter dramatically. Familial, work, and social relationships change. This change may lead to confusion in identity and in a sense of who one is, the roles they play, and the value they contribute to the world around them. As a result, many older adults experience issues with self-esteem and a sense of identity.

Additionally, older adults may encounter persistent feelings of shame, self-doubt, regret, insecurity, and fears that they have not “been enough” in their lifetime. Geriatric therapy in Cleveland can help rebuild confidence, develop self-compassion, and redefine a sense of self in this late stage of life.

Factors that contribute to caregiver burnout include role confusion, unrealistic expectations, and frustration. Caregivers may impose unfair demands on themselves in order to facilitate their family member’s well-being.  

Symptoms of caregiver burnout include:

• Depression and anxiety, leading to social withdrawal

• Loss of interest in previous activities

• Feelings of helplessness, hopelessness, and sadness. 

Caregiver stress can also manifest as uncharacteristic irritability and anger. Senior therapy can help caregivers manage stress through CBT, coping skills, self-compassion skills, advocacy, psychoeducation, and learning creative techniques in approaching and caring for your loved one.