May marks both Older Americans Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to bring attention to a topic we don’t discuss nearly enough: the mental health of older adults.

In this deeply moving and essential episode, I’m joined by Dr. Regina Koepp, a Stanford-trained, board-certified Clinical Geropsychologist and founder of the Center for Mental Health & Aging. With decades of experience and a compassionate, insightful approach, Dr. Koepp helps us explore the often-overlooked emotional experiences that come with aging.

Here’s what we focused on:

* How to heal emotional wounds and trauma later in life
* Navigating grief after the loss of a spouse or lifelong friend
* The powerful connection between physical health and mental well-being
* Why older adults deserve—and need—ongoing access to mental health care
* Practical tips and strategies for caregivers and family members

About Dr. Regina:
Dr. Koepp is a nationally recognized expert on aging and mental health, featured in The New York Times, AARP, Psychology Today, and NPR. She is the founder of the Center for Mental Health & Aging and is passionate about ensuring older adults receive the mental health support they deserve.

Connect with Dr. Regina:
Website: https://www.mentalhealthandaging.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/regina-koepp/

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