Business Details
31 Years
experience
Empowering Seniors to Age Well with Personalized Geriatric Consulting
Doris Bersing, is a geriatric consultant and clinical psychologist with over three decades of experience dedicated to empowering individuals to age with purpose and dignity. As a feminist and advocate for elder care, she specializes in addressing the unique challenges faced by seniors and women through personalized consulting, therapy, and educational programs. Her expertise in home care safety, dementia support, and aging-in-place strategies has established her as a trusted authority in geriatric psychology. With a career spanning academia, nonprofit leadership, and public speaking, Dr.Bersing combines clinical excellence with a commitment to transforming societal perceptions of aging. Her work emphasizes holistic assessments, technological integration, and emotional well-being, ensuring clients receive comprehensive solutions tailored to their needs. Recognized for her engaging presentations and award-winning wellness programs, she continues to influence policy and practice in elder care while mentoring future professionals in the field.
Services
Geriatric Consulting
Psychological Therapy
Aging Roadmap
Home Safety Assessments
Public Speaking
Elder Care Planning
Women's Empowerment
Dementia Support
Caregiver Training
Legal Document Guidance
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of expertise in geriatric psychology and elder care solutions.
- Our personalized assessments address physical, emotional, and social needs holistically.
- We specialize in home safety modifications and technology for independent living.
- Our founder designed award-winning wellness programs for seniors.
- We provide compassionate support for women navigating aging and identity.
What people say
Knowledgeable, generous, compassionate
Excellent presenter and educator
Visionary leader in elder care
Compassionate and innovative
Inspiring and empowering
Services
Geriatric Consulting
Geriatric consulting provides tailored strategies for aging individuals and families to navigate care options, resources, and lifestyle adjustments. Our services include comprehensive assessments of physical, emotional, and social needs to create personalized roadmaps for aging well. We specialize in home safety evaluations, technology integration, and connecting clients with trusted support networks.
Psychological Therapy
Therapy sessions focus on empowering seniors and women to address emotional challenges, identity transitions, and life purpose. Using feminist and humanistic approaches, we help clients cultivate resilience, self-acceptance, and meaningful connections. Our practice emphasizes holistic well-being, including coping strategies for aging-related changes and mental health concerns.
Public Speaking
Public speaking engagements explore themes of feminism, ageism, and innovative elder care solutions. Presentations are delivered to professional organizations, caregivers, and academic institutions, combining research insights with actionable strategies. Topics include aging in place, dementia care, and redefining roles for older women.
Home Safety Assessments
Home safety assessments identify environmental risks and recommend modifications to prevent falls and enhance independence. We evaluate accessibility, emergency alert systems, and adaptive technologies tailored to individual needs. Our goal is to enable seniors to age securely in familiar surroundings while maintaining autonomy.
Caregiver Training
Caregiver training programs equip families and professionals with skills to manage dementia, emotional challenges, and daily care routines. Training includes communication techniques, stress management, and resource navigation. We emphasize compassionate, person-centered approaches to improve outcomes for both caregivers and seniors.
People
Doris Bersing
Geriatric Consultant and Psychologist
Doris Bersing, is a clinical psychologist and geriatric consultant with 30+ years of experience in elder care and women's empowerment. She founded Living Well Assisted Living at Home and designed award-winning wellness programs. A sought-after speaker, she advocates for aging with dignity and authoring 'Still a Chance: from Crone to Mentor.'
Questions
What services does Doris Bersing offer?
Dr. Bersing provides geriatric consulting, psychological therapy, home safety assessments, caregiver training, and public speaking on aging and women's issues.
How can you help seniors age in place?
We conduct home safety evaluations, recommend technology solutions, and create personalized plans to enable independent living while addressing medical and social needs.
What are your speaking topics?
Presentations cover feminism and ageism, dementia care, aging in place, and redefining roles for older women, delivered to professionals and community groups.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept Medicare and MHN insurance for therapy sessions conducted via secure HIPAA-compliant platforms.
What areas do you serve?
Our primary service area is the San Francisco Bay Area, with virtual consultations available for additional support.
