At Blue Moon Senior Counseling, we specialize in mental health services for older adults. Our mission is to make therapy accessible and meaningful for seniors by offering telehealth counseling tailored to the unique challenges of aging. If you’re looking for elderly mental health services provided by a licensed Medicare counselor, our team is here to help.
Often times, people simply don’t like the words “old,” “elderly,” or “senior” because the words don’t resonate for them. Regardless of if a person feels “old” or not, certain changes and challenges may arrive that simply never were issues earlier in life and professional counseling can help client’s navigate the new roads.
When big challenges arise later in life, it can be totally shocking and devastating. When people have lived relatively independent lives, and are faced with one or more major life changes, they may really need and benefit from professional emotional support. Medical diagnoses, loss of loved ones (spouses, children, pets etc), surgeries, financial insecurity, loss of vision/hearing/mobility can all have very serious and life-changing consequences. The authors of the book, “The 36th Hour Day,” reinforce to us, “Social Workers are professionals whose skills in helping you find resources can be invaluable. They can also provide practical counseling and help you and your family think through plans. They can help families work out disagreements over care.” The point and purpose of our telehealth counseling is to help people feel better and navigate new landscapes they otherwise don’t know how to traverse.
Our Elderly Mental Health Services
At Blue Moon Senior Counseling, we provide professional mental health services designed specifically for older adults. Our licensed counselors help seniors navigate emotional challenges related to aging—such as anxiety, grief, isolation, and cognitive changes—with warmth, respect, and clinical expertise.
We offer both phone and video sessions, so care is always within reach.
Specialized Support for Families Caring for Aging Parents at Home
The National Alliance for Caregiving reports that 61.6 million Americans provided unpaid care to adults in 2022¹, with family caregiving situations creating complex mental health challenges for both seniors and their adult children. Blue Moon Senior Counseling provides comprehensive support for families navigating home caregiving responsibilities.
Mental Health Impact of Caring for Aging Parents:
Challenges for Adult Children Caregivers:
- Caregiver stress managing work, family, and parent care simultaneously
- Decision-making anxiety about medical care, housing, and safety issues
- Financial stress from reduced work hours or caregiving expenses
- Family conflict over care responsibilities and inheritance concerns
- Anticipatory grief watching parents’ health and independence decline
Impact on Aging Parents Receiving Family Care:
- Depression about losing independence and becoming a perceived “burden”
- Anxiety about future care needs and potential nursing home placement
- Adjustment difficulties with adult children making decisions for them
- Communication frustration expressing needs and preferences to family
- Grief over lost abilities, roles, and lifestyle changes
Family Success Story:
“When Dad moved in with us after Mom passed, our whole family was struggling. Dad was depressed, I was burned out, and my husband was resentful about the changes. Blue Moon’s counselors worked with both Dad and me separately through telehealth. Dad learned coping skills for his grief and adjustment, while I got practical strategies for managing caregiver stress. It saved our family relationships.” – Jennifer L., caring for father for 2 years
Research on Family Caregiving Mental Health:
The American Psychological Association found that 40-70% of family caregivers show symptoms of clinical depression, with higher rates among those caring for parents with dementia². The Journal of Gerontology reports that both caregivers and care recipients benefit significantly from professional mental health support³.
Our Comprehensive Family Caregiving Approach:
Individual Therapy for Caregivers:
- Stress management techniques fitting busy caregiving schedules
- Boundary-setting strategies maintaining quality care while preserving self-care
- Communication skills for difficult family conversations about care decisions
- Grief counseling for anticipatory and actual losses during the caregiving journey
Mental Health Support for Aging Parents:
- Depression and anxiety treatment related to care transitions
- Adjustment counseling for new living arrangements or care routines
- Dignity preservation during progressive dependency changes
- Family communication improvement expressing needs and maintaining autonomy
Medicare Part B covers our specialized family caregiving support services. Learn more about our telehealth options and depression treatment for comprehensive family mental health support.
Medicare Part B Mental Health Coverage Details
Medicare Part B covers 80% of outpatient mental health services, including individual teletherapy sessions with licensed clinical social workers like our team at Blue Moon Senior Counseling. Here’s what Medicare beneficiaries need to know:
Coverage Includes:
– Individual psychotherapy sessions (90834, 90837, 90847)
– Psychiatric diagnostic evaluations (90791, 90792)
– Telehealth therapy sessions from your home
– Treatment for depression, anxiety, grief, and adjustment disorders
Your Costs:
– Medicare pays 80% after you meet your Part B deductible ($240 in 2026)
– You pay 20% coinsurance (typically $20-40 per session)
– No prior authorization required for most therapy services
Medicare Advantage Plans: Many Medicare Advantage PPO plans offer enhanced mental health benefits with lower copays. HMO plans require referrals, which may delay care.
Session Limits: Medicare covers unlimited medically necessary therapy sessions – there’s no annual cap when treatment is deemed necessary by your provider.
Conditions We Support
Aging often brings emotional and mental shifts. Our therapy services support:
Depression and Anxiety
We help seniors manage persistent sadness, worry, or fear—supporting emotional balance and daily functioning.
Loss of a Spouse or Loved One
Grief counseling offers space to process loss, reduce emotional pain, and find a path forward after bereavement.
Adjustment to Chronic Illness
We provide coping tools to help older adults emotionally adjust to new diagnoses, physical limitations, or ongoing health challenges.
Memory or Cognitive Concerns
Therapists support seniors experiencing early memory changes or cognitive shifts, helping reduce fear and promote mental engagement.
Isolation and Loneliness
Our counseling helps combat the emotional toll of social isolation, rebuilding confidence and connection.
Caregiver Stress
We support family caregivers managing burnout, guilt, or exhaustion—helping them care for others without losing themselves.
Retirement or Life Transitions
Whether it’s leaving a job, relocating, or facing new roles, therapy helps seniors navigate change with confidence and clarity.
We focus on mental health wellness in seniors, helping each client build resilience, stay engaged, and maintain a sense of purpose.
Medicare Mental Health Coverage
Medicare specifically states on their website that “mental health services help with conditions like depression and anxiety. These visits are often called counseling or therapy. Under Medicare Part B, mental health care is covered when provided by licensed professionals such as psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, and licensed clinical social workers. Coverage is only available when the provider accepts Medicare assignment—all therapists at Blue Moon Senior Counseling meet this requirement.
Part B covers outpatient mental health services, typically provided in physician offices or counseling clinics. These traditional settings are ideal for independent adults, but Medicare also now covers telehealth counseling for seniors, making therapy more convenient for those who prefer care at home.
If you’ve been searching for trusted Medicare counselors near me, Blue Moon Senior Counseling can help. Our team specializes in counseling for older adults. We also handle all Medicare billing and paperwork, so the process is simple and stress-free.
What happens in counseling sessions?
In Individual therapy, the first objective is to complete a psychosocial assessment with the primary client. This is usually completed through a one-on-one, but from time to time, family members or other important individuals/caretakers may participate. Much information is obtained during the initial encounter, including the presenting/primary problems, the history and duration of the problems, medical diagnoses and medications, a brief mental status assessment and a personal history. By the end of the assessment the therapist and the primary client discuss together the initial goals of therapy in what we refer to as a ‘Treatment Plan.’
The Treatment plan is a co-created, tentative roadmap for the goals of therapy. We strive to make the treatment plan as realistic as possible and Medicare urges us to state the goals in the most specific terms possible so that we can actually gauge progress. A couple of examples of goal language might be that the individual reduces their score on the Geriatric Depression scale from 27 to 24 within 3 months OR that the client attempts to attend 1 activity per day, outside of their room/home, over the next 3 months.
Through the individual therapy sessions, Blue Moon therapists, attempt to help seniors find new ways to accomplish their goals, track progress and identify what barriers are in their way. As people age, they aren’t always able to accomplish tasks in the same way they always have. Sometimes it takes ‘fresh eyes’ to help clients look at challenges in a new light and explore new ways to reach goals. Sometimes seniors are able to make very rapid progress through counseling and other times, it takes longer. Blue Moon Senior Counseling provides the professional support seniors deserve and benefit from to keep striving forward and to not lose hope. We are proud to be allies for seniors facing their own unique challenges.
The Medicare mental health professionals at Blue Moon Senior Counseling understand the many challenges that aging can bring. That’s why we come to you. If you’re looking for Medicare counselors, we provide expert care. You shouldn’t worry about logistics when you or your loved one needs Medicare-covered therapy. You should be able to relax and focus on your goals of health and wellness. Help is on The Way!
Medicare-Covered Mental Health Services
Our services are covered by Medicare Part B. If you’ve been searching for a trusted Medicare counselor near me to support a loved one, we can help.
Our team specializes in teletherapy and collaborates with medical providers, including psychiatrists, for clients who need medication support along with counseling.
We handle all Medicare billing and paperwork, so the process is simple and stress-free.
Medicare Mental Health Support Near You
If you’re looking for Medicare counselors near me, Blue Moon Senior Counseling offers trusted, licensed therapists who specialize in working with older adults. We accept Medicare and provide telehealth sessions designed to support emotional well-being in a way that’s convenient and compassionate. For those who need additional care, we can also coordinate with qualified Medicare psychiatrists near you to ensure a seamless experience that includes medication management when necessary. Our team is here to make quality mental health care accessible and stress-free for seniors and their families.
Why Choose Blue Moon?
Licensed counselors who specialize in elderly mental health services
- Sessions available over the phone or via video
- Medicare accepted—no referral needed in most cases
- Care is personalized to each client’s emotional and cognitive needs
If you’re looking for Medicare counselors near you who truly understand aging, you’ve found the right place.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Can Counseling Help Me?
Blue Moon Senior Counseling therapists support clients as they work through stressful life changes, heal from personal loss and process difficult emotions. We also help our clients to change negative thinking patterns and behaviors as well as develop better coping skills.
How Much Does Counseling Cost?
Blue Moon Senior Counseling is a Medicare covered Benefit. There are usually zero or low out-of-pocket expenses for Medicare Beneficiaries. We also accept some PPO’s and private pay.
Where Does Blue Moon Senior Counseling Provide Services?
Blue Moon Senior Counseling provides services via telehealth.
Am I Eligible?
To determine eligibility, please provide the information requested in an online submission or feel free to call and speak with us at your convenience. We would be happy to process your information!
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