Dementia Psychologists and Therapists in Blacktown, NSW
Diversity and Cultural Competence: Highlight your experience as an NDIS-registered provider catering to clients from diverse nationalities. Educational Background: Master's degree. Specialisation in ASD; Experience in Special Education: I have a deep understanding of the challenges to support them effectively.Psychological Assessment Expertise: Marriage and Relationships:Legal Requirements and Report Writing: writing reports to meet legal requirements:Psychological Support: assist clients with a range of issues, AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs), anger management, domestic issues, and disabilities. Helping clients with needs.
Diversity and Cultural Competence: Highlight your experience as an NDIS-registered provider catering to clients from diverse nationalities. Educational Background: Master's degree. Specialisation in ASD; Experience in Special Education: I have a deep understanding of the challenges to support them effectively.Psychological Assessment Expertise: Marriage and Relationships:Legal Requirements and Report Writing: writing reports to meet legal requirements:Psychological Support: assist clients with a range of issues, AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs), anger management, domestic issues, and disabilities. Helping clients with needs.
As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor/clinical supervisor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, couples, children, families to facilitate healing and growth via raising their awareness of behaviours, feelings and thoughts which may impact their ability to function within the world, and experiment with new ways Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, identity crisis, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...
As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor/clinical supervisor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, couples, children, families to facilitate healing and growth via raising their awareness of behaviours, feelings and thoughts which may impact their ability to function within the world, and experiment with new ways Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, identity crisis, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...
Hi! My name is Shirley and I am an empathetic practitioner who takes a person-centered approach to supporting my clients. I have particular interests supporting clients with mood disorders, including anxiety and depression, trauma, personality disorders, and psychotic disorders.
Hi! My name is Shirley and I am an empathetic practitioner who takes a person-centered approach to supporting my clients. I have particular interests supporting clients with mood disorders, including anxiety and depression, trauma, personality disorders, and psychotic disorders.
Your story and identity is unique. Life at times can be hard, finding someone that deeply listens and understands you at these points becomes crucial. Through a therapeutic process you and I will explore your fears, hopes, multitude of feelings and emotions. Often things become clearer through this process and you discover a form of healing that is deep and long lasting. I don't diagnose you or give you advice. I trust that you have the answers within. You decide what we focus on and we go at your pace.
Your story and identity is unique. Life at times can be hard, finding someone that deeply listens and understands you at these points becomes crucial. Through a therapeutic process you and I will explore your fears, hopes, multitude of feelings and emotions. Often things become clearer through this process and you discover a form of healing that is deep and long lasting. I don't diagnose you or give you advice. I trust that you have the answers within. You decide what we focus on and we go at your pace.
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I am a registered Clinical Supervisor with the Australian Counselling Association and work as a Dementia Counsellor at Dementia Australia.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore difficult feelings and begin to make sense of what’s causing emotional pain or discomfort. I believe that a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is at the heart of meaningful change.
I am a registered Clinical Supervisor with the Australian Counselling Association and work as a Dementia Counsellor at Dementia Australia.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore difficult feelings and begin to make sense of what’s causing emotional pain or discomfort. I believe that a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is at the heart of meaningful change.
As an associate of the Parkinson's Unit, Concord Hospital, Sydney, and a former practitioner at Dementia Australia, I have clinical experience with neurodegenerative conditions.
I have some 30-years of experience working in hospitals, hospices, and aged care facilities. I live in Canberra and provide my services by phone, Zoom, or Facetime across Australia. I do NOT make home visits.
As an associate of the Parkinson's Unit, Concord Hospital, Sydney, and a former practitioner at Dementia Australia, I have clinical experience with neurodegenerative conditions.
I have some 30-years of experience working in hospitals, hospices, and aged care facilities. I live in Canberra and provide my services by phone, Zoom, or Facetime across Australia. I do NOT make home visits.
My ideal clients are adults navigating workplace trauma, anxiety, PTSD, or major life transitions — including those on WorkCover/SIRA claims. I have a special passion for working with migrants and the Iranian/Persian-speaking community in Sydney, as well as neurodiverse individuals who feel overwhelmed or misunderstood.
Many come to me after a workplace injury or accident, struggling with the emotional and psychological toll on their daily life and relationships. Others arrive at a quiet turning point — a diagnosis, a breakdown, or the realisation that things can't stay the way they are.
My ideal clients are adults navigating workplace trauma, anxiety, PTSD, or major life transitions — including those on WorkCover/SIRA claims. I have a special passion for working with migrants and the Iranian/Persian-speaking community in Sydney, as well as neurodiverse individuals who feel overwhelmed or misunderstood.
Many come to me after a workplace injury or accident, struggling with the emotional and psychological toll on their daily life and relationships. Others arrive at a quiet turning point — a diagnosis, a breakdown, or the realisation that things can't stay the way they are.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, overwhelm or past trauma? Do you want to deepen your self-awareness, explore challenges or behaviours that are holding you back from achieving your goals? Maybe you are transitioning to another life stage and feel lost.
I offer a respectful, safe, supportive, non-judgemental space to explore your concerns; I bring 15 years experience, and personal character strengths of Love, Kindness, Honesty, Creativity and Humour.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, overwhelm or past trauma? Do you want to deepen your self-awareness, explore challenges or behaviours that are holding you back from achieving your goals? Maybe you are transitioning to another life stage and feel lost.
I offer a respectful, safe, supportive, non-judgemental space to explore your concerns; I bring 15 years experience, and personal character strengths of Love, Kindness, Honesty, Creativity and Humour.
Adam (PhD/Master of Clinical Neuropsychology) is experienced in neuropsychological assessment and intervention, and primarily works with individuals who have cognitive concerns or impairments (e.g., poor memory, attention, problem solving, impulse control etc).
Adam is a Clinical Neuropsychologist and the founder of Measured Minds, a practice that provides tailored neuropsychological services. The practice is focused on two key areas: 1. Comprehensive neuropsychological assessments (e.g., NDIS applications/reviews, suspected ADHD, developmental disorders, and other brain-related conditions); and 2. Cognitive intervention/remediation (e.g., assisting individuals with ADHD, cognitive decline, or another brain-related condition to overcome challenges). All sessions are designed to focus on your individual needs.
Adam (PhD/Master of Clinical Neuropsychology) is experienced in neuropsychological assessment and intervention, and primarily works with individuals who have cognitive concerns or impairments (e.g., poor memory, attention, problem solving, impulse control etc).
Adam is a Clinical Neuropsychologist and the founder of Measured Minds, a practice that provides tailored neuropsychological services. The practice is focused on two key areas: 1. Comprehensive neuropsychological assessments (e.g., NDIS applications/reviews, suspected ADHD, developmental disorders, and other brain-related conditions); and 2. Cognitive intervention/remediation (e.g., assisting individuals with ADHD, cognitive decline, or another brain-related condition to overcome challenges). All sessions are designed to focus on your individual needs.
Ramzi is a kind and compassionate counsellor and behaviour practitioner with multiple years of experience helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges. Drawing on his own lived experience with trauma, he offers genuine empathy and understanding to those who feel stuck or overwhelmed.
Fluent in Arabic and English, Ramzi uses a person-centred and trauma-informed approach grounded in evidence-based therapies. He walks beside each person with care and authenticity, helping them find calm, build resilience, and rediscover hope and balance in their lives.
Ramzi is a kind and compassionate counsellor and behaviour practitioner with multiple years of experience helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges. Drawing on his own lived experience with trauma, he offers genuine empathy and understanding to those who feel stuck or overwhelmed.
Fluent in Arabic and English, Ramzi uses a person-centred and trauma-informed approach grounded in evidence-based therapies. He walks beside each person with care and authenticity, helping them find calm, build resilience, and rediscover hope and balance in their lives.
I am a trauma-informed and neurodiverse affirming RI-EMDR therapist and clinical supervisor. I seek to create a deepening awareness of self and enhance connection with others. I work primarily in the areas of complex trauma and dissociation supporting individuals and their loved ones. Exploration of the human condition has always intrigued me. I am curious as to the driving force behind why we do what we do and what determines our path in life. In understanding our life’s journey and what shapes it, we can begin to move towards a more content existence - with a balanced relationship with the world and the connections it brings.
I am a trauma-informed and neurodiverse affirming RI-EMDR therapist and clinical supervisor. I seek to create a deepening awareness of self and enhance connection with others. I work primarily in the areas of complex trauma and dissociation supporting individuals and their loved ones. Exploration of the human condition has always intrigued me. I am curious as to the driving force behind why we do what we do and what determines our path in life. In understanding our life’s journey and what shapes it, we can begin to move towards a more content existence - with a balanced relationship with the world and the connections it brings.
For my clients who are seeking change but aren’t sure where to start. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or the effects of domestic or family violence. Some are working through challenges related to identity, self-worth, grief, or life transitions. Some clients may feel emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, or simply in need of support to navigate relationships or personal growth.
For my clients who are seeking change but aren’t sure where to start. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or the effects of domestic or family violence. Some are working through challenges related to identity, self-worth, grief, or life transitions. Some clients may feel emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, or simply in need of support to navigate relationships or personal growth.
Dr Gaye Cameron - Sydney NSW. Professionally Registered Psychotherapist & Accredited Social Worker, offering professional services to busy people. Gaye's career spans over 30+ years, including Government & Private Enterprise, she possesses both Graduate & Post Graduate Degrees including Psychological Science, Counselling & Social Work, as well as Master Business Administration. Gaye understands that people may be experiencing difficulties in life for varying reasons, and taking the time to talk to a professional can help you resolve and put at ease your concerns. Reach out today, the phone call is the start to getting support now.
Dr Gaye Cameron - Sydney NSW. Professionally Registered Psychotherapist & Accredited Social Worker, offering professional services to busy people. Gaye's career spans over 30+ years, including Government & Private Enterprise, she possesses both Graduate & Post Graduate Degrees including Psychological Science, Counselling & Social Work, as well as Master Business Administration. Gaye understands that people may be experiencing difficulties in life for varying reasons, and taking the time to talk to a professional can help you resolve and put at ease your concerns. Reach out today, the phone call is the start to getting support now.
I provide person-centered, evidence-based psychological treatments and counselling to clients from all walks of life. Clients often request short to medium term interventions to lessen the effects of their psychological trauma or recent and/or old events on their lives. Clients attend sessions with clinical diagnoses or their current experiences of moderate to severe level of symptoms leading to their interest in receiving assessments for formal diagnoses. Specific needs and goals of therapy are usually discussed in the first session during intake assessment. I can also provide sessions in Korean.
I provide person-centered, evidence-based psychological treatments and counselling to clients from all walks of life. Clients often request short to medium term interventions to lessen the effects of their psychological trauma or recent and/or old events on their lives. Clients attend sessions with clinical diagnoses or their current experiences of moderate to severe level of symptoms leading to their interest in receiving assessments for formal diagnoses. Specific needs and goals of therapy are usually discussed in the first session during intake assessment. I can also provide sessions in Korean.
Hi, I’m Kylie. I provide a space of warmth, safety and acceptance in which to gently explore challenging thoughts, feelings and experiences. I work with people who are ready to transform old patterns and habits and discover healthier ways to manage anger, stress and anxiety. I have a special interest in dream exploration as a therapeutic tool, and I invite you to contact me directly or visit my website to learn more about its effectiveness for bringing clarity to the past and supporting change in the present.
Hi, I’m Kylie. I provide a space of warmth, safety and acceptance in which to gently explore challenging thoughts, feelings and experiences. I work with people who are ready to transform old patterns and habits and discover healthier ways to manage anger, stress and anxiety. I have a special interest in dream exploration as a therapeutic tool, and I invite you to contact me directly or visit my website to learn more about its effectiveness for bringing clarity to the past and supporting change in the present.
I am a Counsellor/Psychotherapist, I have lived through a lot of different experiences. Born in Australia and one of 10 children. My marriage was mixed racially and I had 5 children of my own, who are now adults and am now blessed with 3 grandchildren. I am divorced. I sought counselling for my own healing and eventually studied at a mature age. I now have the privilege of helping others through their life challenges, family, parenting, relationship issues, grief, mental health, whatever the struggle is.
I am a Counsellor/Psychotherapist, I have lived through a lot of different experiences. Born in Australia and one of 10 children. My marriage was mixed racially and I had 5 children of my own, who are now adults and am now blessed with 3 grandchildren. I am divorced. I sought counselling for my own healing and eventually studied at a mature age. I now have the privilege of helping others through their life challenges, family, parenting, relationship issues, grief, mental health, whatever the struggle is.
Dr Keri Diamond is an experienced Clinical Neuropsychologist and Clinical Psychologist. Her dual qualifications uniquely position her to provide comprehensive, tailored neuropsychological and psychological assessments, cognitive rehabilitation and cognitive behavioural therapy within a biopsychosocial framework. Clinical and research interests are anxiety disorders, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, adjustment to chronic illness, adjustment to stressful life events, dementia, traumatic brain injury, and multiple sclerosis.
Dr Keri Diamond is an experienced Clinical Neuropsychologist and Clinical Psychologist. Her dual qualifications uniquely position her to provide comprehensive, tailored neuropsychological and psychological assessments, cognitive rehabilitation and cognitive behavioural therapy within a biopsychosocial framework. Clinical and research interests are anxiety disorders, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, adjustment to chronic illness, adjustment to stressful life events, dementia, traumatic brain injury, and multiple sclerosis.
If you are feeling tired, sad, lonely, with low motivation, struggling with performing daily activities, There is Help ! I May support you individually or in a couple intervention. If your participation in your daily life is disrupted, let's work together in facing these challenges to promote wellbeing. I can provide you support by suggesting some practical strategies to make a difference in your life. If you seek to improve your personal and family emotional condition see your GP and ask for a Mental Health Plan.
If you are feeling tired, sad, lonely, with low motivation, struggling with performing daily activities, There is Help ! I May support you individually or in a couple intervention. If your participation in your daily life is disrupted, let's work together in facing these challenges to promote wellbeing. I can provide you support by suggesting some practical strategies to make a difference in your life. If you seek to improve your personal and family emotional condition see your GP and ask for a Mental Health Plan.
Steven is a psychologist who provides a calming presence to aid individuals understand and resolve their struggles within a relaxed environment. Steven emphasises the individuality of each client to ensure that they are seen as more than a diagnosis and receive an intervention tailored to their needs.
Steven has completed a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) and Master of Clinical Psychology.
Steven has had experience working within public and private settings to address a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma.
Steven is a psychologist who provides a calming presence to aid individuals understand and resolve their struggles within a relaxed environment. Steven emphasises the individuality of each client to ensure that they are seen as more than a diagnosis and receive an intervention tailored to their needs.
Steven has completed a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) and Master of Clinical Psychology.
Steven has had experience working within public and private settings to address a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma.
She offers neuropsychological assessments, psychological therapy, and interventions for cognitive complaints such as memory, attention, concentration, and executive functioning.
Jess works closely with GPs, specialists, and allied health clinicians in public and private healthcare settings to assist with differential diagnosis, rehabilitation, and recovery. She has a special interest in neurological conditions, sleep disorders, cognitive impairment, dementia, neurodivergence, psychiatric conditions, and mental health difficulties.
She offers neuropsychological assessments, psychological therapy, and interventions for cognitive complaints such as memory, attention, concentration, and executive functioning.
Jess works closely with GPs, specialists, and allied health clinicians in public and private healthcare settings to assist with differential diagnosis, rehabilitation, and recovery. She has a special interest in neurological conditions, sleep disorders, cognitive impairment, dementia, neurodivergence, psychiatric conditions, and mental health difficulties.
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Dementia Therapists
Can dementia patients benefit from counselling?
Dementia patients can often benefit significantly from counselling. While neurologists typically treat dementia itself, counsellors provide crucial emotional support for patients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia can help clients navigate aging, end-of-life issues, social isolation, sleep challenges, and grief. They can also assist clients in adapting to the disease by addressing caregiving concerns and supporting family members. Counsellors will often also collaborate with a patient's neurologist or other medical providers to manage dementia symptoms and medication needs.
How can you tell if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's?
To determine if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's disease, there are several signs and diagnostic methods that medical professionals use. Early signs of dementia often include memory loss, difficulty with problem-solving, and challenges in completing familiar tasks. Diagnosing dementia or Alzheimer's requires a comprehensive approach, as there is no single definitive test, and initial diagnosis can sometimes be difficult as symptoms tend to worsen progressively over time. To make a diagnosis, medical professionals typically use a combination of methods, including standardized questionnaires and cognitive tests to assess memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, psychiatric evaluations to understand mental health status, brain scans to look for physical changes in the brain, as well as other medical tests to rule out other conditions.
What are the first-line treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease?
There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but catching the disease in its early-to-moderate phases can be beneficial in order to initiate first-line treatments to help manage symptoms. Medications such as galantamine, rivastigmine, and donepezil are examples of cholinesterase inhibitors that are commonly prescribed for Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, working with a therapist or social worker can also often help patients with the disease address common behavioural and lifestyle concerns, such as anxiety, depression, irritability, sleep problems, social support, and housing changes.
When to seek treatment for Alzheimer’s?
It’s best to seek treatment at the first signs of Alzheimer's. Early warning signs of Alzheimer’s include memory problems, such as forgetting appointments or directions, as well as trouble concentrating, paying attention, retrieving words, and carrying out daily household tasks. An early diagnosis can help people slow the progression of the disease with medication and plan for the future in terms of housing, social/caregiving support, and finances.