Alzheimer's Therapists in 44118

Photo of Lanaya McDonald, Licensed Professional Counselor in 44118, OH
Lanaya McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cleveland Heights, OH 44118  (Online Only)
Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I have a passion for helping people. I became a therapist to help and encourage people. I have a wide variety of experience. I worked in community health for several years. During that time, I saw a multitude up clients with a variety of issues to include but not limited to addiction, depression, bi - polar disorder, and many others. I provided care inpatient and outpatient and ran many different types of groups for adults and children. I worked with children and families on our juvenile unit as well.
Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I have a passion for helping people. I became a therapist to help and encourage people. I have a wide variety of experience. I worked in community health for several years. During that time, I saw a multitude up clients with a variety of issues to include but not limited to addiction, depression, bi - polar disorder, and many others. I provided care inpatient and outpatient and ran many different types of groups for adults and children. I worked with children and families on our juvenile unit as well.
(216) 284-1471 View (216) 284-1471
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Cindy Kaufman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
I believe that each person has the ability to make positive changes by learning and practicing new skills and strategies to apply in whatever areas of their life they want to improve. I enjoy partnering with individuals, couples, and families to find their inner strength and move forward in the process of achieving their goals. I often blend elements from different evidence based approaches and tailor treatment according to your unique needs. I have expertise in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Couples and Family Therapy
I believe that each person has the ability to make positive changes by learning and practicing new skills and strategies to apply in whatever areas of their life they want to improve. I enjoy partnering with individuals, couples, and families to find their inner strength and move forward in the process of achieving their goals. I often blend elements from different evidence based approaches and tailor treatment according to your unique needs. I have expertise in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Couples and Family Therapy
(440) 530-9191 View (440) 530-9191
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Pamela L Gleisser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, MSSA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I am not able to accept new clients at this time. I feel honored working with individuals who are uncomfortable in their lives and need a safe place to talk. Some have anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorders or cancer. Some have to learn how to cope with shifts in their mental or physical health which bring challenges in their relationships and their abilities to enjoy their lives. Others are being confronted with bereavement, and grief or changes that are difficult for them to cope with alone. My approach is based on 20+ years of experience working in mental health and also in the hospital outpatient clinic.
I am not able to accept new clients at this time. I feel honored working with individuals who are uncomfortable in their lives and need a safe place to talk. Some have anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorders or cancer. Some have to learn how to cope with shifts in their mental or physical health which bring challenges in their relationships and their abilities to enjoy their lives. Others are being confronted with bereavement, and grief or changes that are difficult for them to cope with alone. My approach is based on 20+ years of experience working in mental health and also in the hospital outpatient clinic.
(216) 503-8786 View (216) 503-8786
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Columbus Women's Wellness - Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cleveland, OH 44118
Accepting new clients: In-office and/or telehealth - Columbus Women's Wellness (CWW) is Ohio’s premier women's behavioral health services provider with expert care for women and teen girls. With over 30 providers, CWW is a group practice of specialists who provide individual, couples, and group psychotherapy. We offer an unwavering commitment to women and girls who contact us to address anxiety, depression, trauma, perinatal issues, relationships, and more. CWW has served thousands of women who, from beginning to end, have had an understandable and empowering therapeutic experience toward reaching their goals.
Accepting new clients: In-office and/or telehealth - Columbus Women's Wellness (CWW) is Ohio’s premier women's behavioral health services provider with expert care for women and teen girls. With over 30 providers, CWW is a group practice of specialists who provide individual, couples, and group psychotherapy. We offer an unwavering commitment to women and girls who contact us to address anxiety, depression, trauma, perinatal issues, relationships, and more. CWW has served thousands of women who, from beginning to end, have had an understandable and empowering therapeutic experience toward reaching their goals.
(614) 418-6930 View (614) 418-6930
Photo of Anita Minkin, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 44118, OH
Anita Minkin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Someone you love has died, and your world feels like it is falling apart. Nothing is the same anymore. One day follows the next, leaving you behind. You lay in bed at night, missing your loved one with a pain that is unbearable. If only you had one more day to spend with them-to say good-bye, to say all the things you wish you had said, but didn't. Regrets and memories flood your mind, keeping you from sleep. Your heart is breaking and you feel so alone. If only things could return to the way they were. But you know they have changed forever, and you wonder how you'll be able to go on.
Someone you love has died, and your world feels like it is falling apart. Nothing is the same anymore. One day follows the next, leaving you behind. You lay in bed at night, missing your loved one with a pain that is unbearable. If only you had one more day to spend with them-to say good-bye, to say all the things you wish you had said, but didn't. Regrets and memories flood your mind, keeping you from sleep. Your heart is breaking and you feel so alone. If only things could return to the way they were. But you know they have changed forever, and you wonder how you'll be able to go on.
(216) 238-2906 View (216) 238-2906
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Strive Mental Health and Wellness LLC
MD, MPH
Verified Verified
Are you suffering while also getting the runaround? Are you given recommendations without being told how or where to accomplish them? Strive offers mental health services with a holistic perspective. We encourage optimized nutrition, physical activity, and sleep hygiene as the foundation for your mental health. Nutrition services and group fitness classes are available onsite. Next we address your mental health concerns, which may include medication, counseling, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation(TMS), or acupuncture. Substance treatment services, including Suboxone for opiate addiction, are available.
Are you suffering while also getting the runaround? Are you given recommendations without being told how or where to accomplish them? Strive offers mental health services with a holistic perspective. We encourage optimized nutrition, physical activity, and sleep hygiene as the foundation for your mental health. Nutrition services and group fitness classes are available onsite. Next we address your mental health concerns, which may include medication, counseling, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation(TMS), or acupuncture. Substance treatment services, including Suboxone for opiate addiction, are available.
(216) 208-4536 View (216) 208-4536
Alzheimer's Therapists

What are the first-line treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease?

The first-line treatment for Alzheimer’s disease is often medication, which may be prescribed based on the severity of the disease. These include cholinesterase inhibitors, memantine, or a combination of the two. Behavioral treatments can help people cope with emotional distress, such as anxiety or anger, and explore lifestyle changes related to housing, caregiving, sleep, and finances.

When to seek treatment for Alzheimer’s?

It’s best to seek treatment at the first signs of dementia. 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 treatment and plan for the future in terms of housing, support, finances, and legality.

Are there specific medications to treat Alzheimer’s?

Medications approved by the FDA to manage symptoms of Alzheimer’s include galantamine, rivastigmine, and donepezil for mild to moderate Alzheimer’s, and memantine, donepezil, and the rivastigmine patch for moderate to severe Alzheimer’s. These drugs can help manage the disease, but no drug currently cures the disease. Medications recently approved by the FDA, such aducanumab and lecanemab may slow the disease course, but aspects of their effectiveness are still debated.

Are there natural treatments for Alzheimer’s?

Alzheimer’s disease cannot be cured via natural remedies (nor via medication), but some lifestyle habits can help forestall it or slow its progression. Lifestyle activities that can help prevent Alzheimer’s disease include regular exercise, a healthy, well-rounded diet, stimulating cognitive activity, time spent socializing, adequate sleep, and stress management as needed.