Midlife & Empty-Nest Therapy

Help with changing roles, loneliness, confidence, relationships, and purpose.

For years your days may have been organized around other people. When children leave home, a marriage changes, or a career winds down, it’s common to feel unsure of what comes next.

What this can feel like

A house that feels too quiet
Not knowing who you are outside your roles
Loneliness, even with people around you
Changes in your body, sleep, and energy
A marriage that feels different with the children gone
Wanting more purpose, but not knowing where to start

What we work on

We look at what has changed, what you want to keep, and what you want to make room for: your relationships, your interests, your work, and how you spend your time. Sessions are practical, and you’ll usually leave with something to try before we meet again.

How the REBUILD Method™ fits

The REBUILD Method™ is the framework I use in our sessions. We start with what feels most urgent, set goals you choose, and work step by step on boundaries, routines, and decisions. It’s informed by established approaches in psychotherapy. It isn’t a separately validated treatment, and it doesn’t promise a particular outcome. About the REBUILD Method™ →

Midlife changes in hormones, sleep, and weight can affect mood. I’m a licensed therapist, not a medical doctor, and I encourage clients to talk with their physician about medical questions.

How to get started

Book a free call

The button opens my secure Alma page. Choose a time for a free 15–20 minute consultation.

We talk

I’ll ask what’s going on and what you’d like to change, and answer your questions about how I work.

Decide together

If we’re a good fit, you book your first session and complete intake forms through Alma. If not, I’ll suggest other options.

Private pay$200 per session.

InsuranceIn-network insurance is billed through Alma. Your copay depends on your plan.

FormatIn person in Boca Raton, or secure video anywhere in Florida.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it normal to feel this way when my children leave home?

Yes. Many parents feel grief, relief, and uncertainty all at once. Therapy can help you make sense of those feelings and decide what you want next.

Can my spouse or partner join sessions?

Yes, if it would help. If the changes are affecting your relationship, we can also talk about couples counseling.

Helpful reading

Dr. Susan Besman, Ph.D., LMFT

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with more than 25 years of clinical experience. Ph.D. in Marriage & Family Therapy, Nova Southeastern University.

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