Mental Health + Aging with Dr. Regina Koepp
Welcome to The Mental Health and Aging Podcast—your go-to resource for evidence-based strategies, mental health tools, and expert insights to support the psychological, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing of older adults. Hosted by clinical geropsychologist and founder of the Center for Mental Health & Aging, Dr. Regina Koepp, this podcast is designed for therapists, psychologists, social workers, aging life care professionals, geriatric care managers, and healthcare providers who want to confidently address the mental health needs of older adults. Most mental health and healthcare professionals were trained to focus on the physical changes of aging—but that’s only part of the picture. This podcast explores the not-so-physical aspects of aging:How purpose and meaning evolve later in lifeThe emotional and psychological impact of retirement and life transitionsSpiritual growth that often accompanies physical declineMental health challenges like depression, anxiety, grief, loneliness, and traumaAnd what actually works in therapy with older adults 🎙️ Each episode delivers: ✔️ Practical tools and mindset shifts you can use right away ✔️ Real-life stories of healing, growth, and transformation ✔️ Behind-the-scenes lessons from building a national movement for mental health and aging ✔️ Guidance from leaders in geropsychology, health psychology, palliative care, and beyond Whether you're seeking continuing education, clinical confidence, or a deeper understanding of how to help older adults thrive, this podcast is for you. Because aging is more than decline. It’s development. And there’s no expiration date on healing, transformation, or growth Subscribe/Follow now and become the clinician older adults deserve.
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The Hidden Link Between Depression and Dementia Every time I sit with a client and help them move through depression, I know I’m not just helping them feel better in the moment—I may also be protecting their brain years down the road. That’s not just a hope—it’s science. In this episode, I’m diving into the powerful li
#125 - Therapy That Works for 30-Year-Olds Doesn’t Always Work at 75 | Why Therapy Needs to Change With Age
If your 75-year-old client stops coming to therapy, it might not be them. It might be your approach. In this episode, I explore why therapy must evolve, just like people, with age. I share five powerful ways to evolve your practice to better serve older adults. While many therapists are trained to work with adults in
Chronic pain increases the risk for depression and suicide. The connection between chronic pain and depression is stronger—and more dangerous—than most professionals realize. In this powerful episode, Dr. Regina Koepp sits down with pain psychology expert, Dr. Jennifer Steiner, to uncover the complex and bidirectiona
Chronic pain isn’t just physical—it"s personal, emotional, and deeply misunderstood. And when it comes to older adults, the pain often hides in plain sight. In this episode, I sit down with pain psychology expert, Dr. Jennifer Steiner, to explore the invisible impact of chronic pain and what every therapist must unders
What do you do when your aging parent is being scammed—and keeps sending money even after you’ve begged them to stop? It’s heartbreaking. It’s infuriating. And it can leave you feeling powerless. If this is happening in your family, you’re not alone—and there is hope. In this episode, I unpack what’s really going on wh
Depression is not a normal part of aging—yet it"s silently stealing joy, independence, and even life from millions of older adults. Most go undiagnosed and untreated. Why? Because we mistake their suffering for “just getting older.” But here’s the truth: late-life depression is serious—and it’s highly treatable. In tod