Compassionate Mind-Body Support to Ease the Stress of Midlife and Reconnect With Who You Are

Therapy for Midlife Stress and Transitions in Fort Lauderdale

Online Holistic Therapy in Florida and Illinois for Adults Navigating This Complex Season of Life

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You’ve built a life you’re proud of—career, family, responsibilities. From the outside, it looks like success. And it is.

But the stress is piling up. You’re juggling everything, yet the weight feels heavier than ever. Old emotions and memories creep in—things you thought you’d moved past. Maybe you were taught to push through, not pause and feel.

Now, the pressure to hold it all together feels overwhelming.

Your body feels it too—tension, exhaustion, migraines, digestive issues. You’ve always been strong, but after years of powering through, it feels like something deeper is asking for your attention.

It doesn’t have to stay this way.

As a Gen Xer or elder millennial, you likely learned to “power through,” prioritizing grit or even everyone else’s needs over what your body or emotions were telling you. But now, that approach may not work as well.

Together, we’ll create space for both mind and body, bringing clarity and connection.

Using Somatic Experiencing, we’ll release stored stress and help you reconnect with what truly matters. If it fits, we can also integrate Safe and Sound Protocol or Rest and Restore Protocol to further support your nervous system and build resilience.

Midlife Stress Therapist in Fort Lauderdale

Therapist Amy Hagerstrom in nature – offering online midlife stress and crisis therapy for adults in Florida.

Hi, I’m Amy Hagerstrom, LCSW.

I’m really glad you’re here.

You’re carrying a lot—old emotions, physical strain, and the weight of being the one everyone relies on. Lately, it’s been harder to ignore.

Maybe it’s the stress of caring for others, shifting family dynamics, or growing work demands. Or maybe it’s a deeper feeling that what once worked isn’t working anymore, and old pain is resurfacing.

This is where I come in.

Together, we’ll create space to explore what’s coming up for you—in your body, emotions, and relationships. We’ll figure out what you need to feel more connected, more at ease, and ready to move forward in a way that feels right for you.

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Common Reasons People Seek Therapy for Midlife Stress

Guilt, shame, or constant self-criticism
Shifting roles in family or relationships
Anxiety, overwhelm, or emotional reactivity
Burnout from work, caregiving, or doing it all
Physical symptoms like pain, fatigue, or tension
Feeling disconnected, stuck, or unsure of who you are
Trauma—including childhood or relational wounds that resurface in midlife
Coping patterns (like substance use or avoidance) that aren’t working anymore

You’re not the only one feeling this way—and it’s possible to move through it with support that meets you where you are.

Find Relief and Resilience with Therapy that Incorporates Mind and Body

Somatic Therapy, or therapy with a mind-body focus, offers a space to process what you’re going through now—and what you’ve been through before. It’s about creating room to explore your thoughts and feelings while also noticing how your body responds.

You decide how much the body is part of our work together, whether it’s simply paying attention to sensations as they arise or diving deeper with approaches like Somatic Experiencing (SE) or Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP).

This flexibility means we can go all in with body-based work, like SE or SSP, or incorporate gentle noticing of what’s happening in your body as part of the process. Together, we’ll explore what’s keeping you stuck and uncover what you need to feel more connected to yourself and what truly matters.

If you’re ready to take the next step, reach out to get started.

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Sea oats on ocean beach in Boca Raton symbolizing healing and growth that happens in Somatic Midlife Stress Therapy with a Somatic Therapist.

The body is designed to return to equilibrium. It knows how to heal, if we listen.

-Dr. Peter Levine

I use a somatic, mind-body approach rooted in Somatic Experiencing (SE), with the option to incorporate the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) if it feels like a good fit. Together, we’ll work on tuning into your body’s signals, deactivating stress responses, and processing emotions in a way that feels supportive and grounding.
This approach also creates space for complexity—the mix of emotions, challenges, and insights that often arise during midlife transitions. Whether it’s navigating the weight of current stressors or addressing past wounds and trauma that resurface during this time, our work will help you connect with yourself on a deeper level, offering both clarity and healing.
Yes! Since my approach often incorporates a mind-body focus that talk therapy typically doesn’t, the two can complement each other beautifully. Talk therapy helps you explore your thoughts, emotions, and past experiences on a mental level, while therapy with me works directly with your body’s stress responses and the patterns stored there. Combining the two can lead to deeper healing and long-lasting change, helping you feel more connected, grounded, and whole.
If you’re navigating midlife stress, physical tension, or a sense of disconnection and have found that traditional approaches haven’t fully helped, this work could be what you need. My approach addresses both the emotional and physical toll of stress, helping you understand what’s happening in your body and create meaningful change. You’ll gain tools and insights to feel more aligned with your life and better equipped to handle its challenges.
I currently offer virtual sessions only. Somatic therapy works just as well online because you’re in a space that feels familiar and safe. Being at home means you can settle into your favorite chair, have your pet nearby, or keep comforting items close, which can make you feel more at ease during our work together. Feeling safe and comfortable in your own space helps make the therapy more effective and allows us to really focus on your healing.
Plus, online sessions make life easier—you don’t have to take time off work, deal with traffic, or worry about finding parking. It’s therapy that fits into your routine, with less stress and more convenience.
55 minute sessions are $180.

If you feel that somatic therapy could make a real difference but cost is a barrier, I offer a limited number of reduced-fee spots based on availability. Feel free to reach out and we can talk about what’s possible.
If you're interested in incorporating the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) or Rest and Restore Protocol (RRP) into your sessions, it’s available for an additional cost, which you can find listed on the SSP page. We can discuss whether SSP might be a good fit for you during our consultation or as we work together.
For clients in Florida, therapy is private pay.
I am in-network with Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) for clients located in Illinois.
If you plan to use insurance in Illinois, I recommend contacting your provider directly to verify your mental health benefits.
If you're paying out of pocket, I can provide a monthly superbill you can submit for possible reimbursement.

Therapy for Midlife Stress FAQs

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Get Help from a Midlife Stress Therapist in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

You’ve been carrying so much—balancing everything and everyone around you—but where do you fit in? It’s hard to slow down and tune in, especially when you’ve been focused on holding it all together. But creating space for yourself can change everything.

Therapy offers a place that’s yours, where you don’t have to have it all figured out. It’s a space to reflect, connect with yourself, and begin to understand what’s underneath it all.

When there’s room for your thoughts, feelings, and what your body is holding, you can start to move forward in a way that feels aligned with your needs—and still honors the people and responsibilities that matter most to you.

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