--- title: "Behavioral health care for seniors at Sutter Health" description: "Sutter offers behavioral health care for seniors, including therapy and counseling, for conditions such as depression, anxiety and substance use disorders." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/behavioral-health-care-seniors" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Behavioral health care for seniors ![behavioral-health-care-seniors-2](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/Hero-Images/behavioral-health-care-seniors-2.jpg?h=2100&iar=0&w=3150) # Behavioral health care for seniors Feeling depressed or anxious doesn’t have to be part of getting older. If you’re struggling with your mental health in your golden years, our compassionate providers can help. In a crisis? Call 988 for the [Suicide Prevention Lifeline](https://988lifeline.org/). [Find a mental health provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Psychiatry%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a Referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ![behavioral-health-care-seniors-2](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/Hero-Images/behavioral-health-care-seniors-2.jpg?h=2100&iar=0&w=3150) ## Why choose Sutter? We understand the emotional challenges older people face as they age — the passing of a loved one, loneliness, reduced income and new living situations. These can be a heavy burden when also dealing with physical health changes. Fortunately, our behavioral health specialists can treat many mental health conditions at any age, including [depression](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/depression-by-age) and anxiety.  Getting the right diagnosis is key to effective treatment. We take the time to carefully evaluate each person for common mental health conditions and review their medications. Our group counseling and educational programs are great for helping older adults find support and form new bonds. By the numbers ### 80+ providers offer trusted mental health care close to home. ### 30+ locations in our communities provide behavioral health services.  ### 5 specialty centers  support mental health care across Northern California.  ### 16 recognitions for high-performance care from U.S. News & World Report. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am — 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - Anxiety - Bipolar Disorder - Depression - Schizophrenia - Substance Use Disorder ## Treatments - Group therapy - Individual counseling - Inpatient Detoxification - [Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/partial-hospitalization-intensive-outpatient-care) ## Related services - [Addiction treatment](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/addiction-treatment) - [Behavioral health care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/behavioral-health-care) - [Behavioral health outpatient services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/behavioral-health-outpatient) - [Eating disorder treatment](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/eating-disorder-treatment) - [Inpatient psychiatric services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/inpatient-psychiatric-services) - [Interventional psychiatry](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/interventional-psychiatry) ## Sutter spotlight Health & wellness ### [Chemical Dependency and Aging](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/chemical-dependency-and-aging) Many seniors require medication to manage chronic pain, making them vulnerable to addiction. Learn the warning signs. Health & wellness ### [Loneliness in Seniors](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/loneliness-in-seniors) Social isolation isn’t a normal part of aging. Learn how to build and maintain connections. Health & wellness ### [Early Warning Signs of Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/alzheimers-early-warning-signs) Know the early signs and find out how to get the right diagnosis and treatment. ## Classes & events [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Mental+health%5C%22+%5C%22Senior+health%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) - Class ### [Living with Neuropathy (Virtual)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a90ae600575e282ad32031c/) Monday, November 16, 2026 Join Dr. Gina Serraiocco in virtual appointments that offer empowerment, camaraderie, and a toolkit for managing peripheral neuropathy. - Class ### [Exploring Toxic Mold Illness (Virtual)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a92163bcc0edb62cdf32aa7/) Wednesday, November 11, 2026 Haleh Sheikholeslami, M.D. has designed this three-part shared medical appointment for those who suspect that toxic mold illness is the root cause of their symptoms. - Class ### [Pranayama for High Blood Pressure (Virtual)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a90b94a359b511814fabd84/) Thursday, December 3, 2026 For people with hypertension who often lack tools to regulate their nervous systems, Aparna Dandekar, DO, offers Pranayama, an ancient Indian breathing practice to help balance the nervous system. [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Mental+health%5C%22+%5C%22Senior+health%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) ## Behavioral health care for older adults Find a Sutter behavioral health provider who offers compassionate care for older adults facing emotional challenges. 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