Alzheimer's Therapists in Storrs, CT

I work with adults struggling with anxiety, trauma and depression. I help clients sort out what is happening, to begin addressing the root. I have been a clinical social worker for over 20 years and began my career in the Boston area and have been practicing in Connecticut since 2008. I have worked in a number of different settings and roles. Work experience includes community behavioral health, medical social work, hospice, out-patient private practice, geriatric psychiatry, partial hospitalization, and acute in-patient psychiatric hospitalization. I have had the privilege of working with adults ranging in age from 18 to 100+.

Are you experiencing a challenging life transition? Whether navigating college or relationships, adjusting to parenthood, aging, or dealing with a major medical issue for you or a loved one, it's completely normal to feel worried, irritable, or overwhelmed. There are coping tools you can learn to overcome the anxiety, grief, and depression that often accompany these life events. As a cancer survivor and a mother of two children, I understand firsthand how difficult everyday stressors and unexpected crossroads can be. With my help, you will overcome any obstacle through determination and applying new skills.

I am a down-to-earth, quirky, holistic clinical social worker that uses evidence-based techniques in innovative and creative ways to provide compassionate, empathetic, person-centered care. I am here to help you reach your goals through a personalized process. Together, we can work to come up with a plan that feels right to you to help you work through your concerns and issues and back to a balanced place in your life.

Hi. I know it is difficult to talk to someone about your concerns. I feel that the therapist and client relationship is based on trust and communication. Let's have a conversation to see if we are a good fit to start Online therapy. I offer HIPPA compliant online therapy. For the past 27 years I have had the pleasure to work with individuals going through difficult times in their lives. I have worked with adults and elderly. Together we can work toward restoring positive self image and/or self esteem, how to cope with stress, loss, grief, caregiver stress/ burnout and life transitions.

Change is an intrinsic part of life. It is inevitable, often painful even when it is a change that we desire to make. At other times it is thrust upon us. Much of my focus is about navigating change and understanding the forces that have brought us to the point of change or the need to change. Symptoms of depression and anxiety or addiction, for example, are often signs to tell us that something needs to change in our lives. My practice is science based, non-judgemental, collaborative, and my style quickly puts my clients at ease.

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or mood disorders related to dementia? Using a combination of active listening, psychosocial support and medication management, I will help you gain perspective, understanding and support your on your journey to mental and emotional wellness in an empathetic environment. You will leave our sessions feeling safe, validated, supported and informed.

My ideal client is someone who is looking for a non-traditional approach to therapy - someone seeking a scientifically-based approach to treatment. Conditions such as Anxiety and Depression, and even Alzheimer's Disease, can be addressed with a holistic mind-body treatment that is supported by the latest research. Cutting edge biofeedback and neurofeedback equipment aid in offering a unique insight into how your physical body impacts mental processes.

I am experienced and skilled in assessing, evaluating and treating young adults through older adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma and dementia. My style is interactive, keeping in mind to treat each person as a unique individual who may struggle with life's choices. I rigorously protect their confidentiality. With their permission, I provide information and feedback to physicians, mental health professionals and social service organizations. If needed as part of a person's treatment, I have access to medication providers.

Life is full of struggles and transitions causing many people sadness, anger, anxiety, and fears. I will listen with compassion, empathy, and expertise. Together, we will explore personal strengths, self-awareness, and self-resilience. We will work together to reduce your anxiety, improve relationships, establish an empowered sense of self and develop confidence to match. With the appropriate support and a commitment to self-care, you can regain your sense of balance, find happiness, strength, and healing.

My goal as a therapist is to help my clients (adults and kids) find more balance, flow, and peace in their lives. I utilize a holistic approach that combines counseling, art therapy, solution-focused coaching, and mindfulness practices. With these tools, we explore the past and present, as well as wishes for the future. We objectively look at patterns and behaviors that support these goals and overall wellbeing, as well as those that feel less helpful or congruent with your authentic self. I’m also a big believer in sharing concrete tools for my clients to apply in their everyday lives between our sessions.

Telehealth ONLY.For many, the "golden" years(later middle-age through end of life)are a time full of welcomed change and reflection. Still, medical conditions, relationship changes, and new life circumstances are just a few of the many stressors leaving seniors and caregivers feeling overwhelmed. I have counseled seniors living with dementia, as well as depression and anxiety. I have coached caregivers who find themselves balancing work responsibilities with care needs of children and aging parents. Most of my clients have similar goals: to be happier,improve relationships,and find a better quality of life.

Are you helping an aging parent navigate the challenging transitions of older age, illness, or dementia? Are you, or someone you love, overwhelmed by the emotional realities associated with a life-limiting illness? If so, I offer calm and compassionate emotional and practical support to navigate the daunting uncertainties of illness, aging, and death. I work with elders and those living with serious illness (as well as those who support them) to cope, plan, and prepare for the trials and transitions of everyday living. When necessary, I help plan and prepare for a meaningful and healing end of life experience.

I am so glad to help you with your healing journey. I have worked with most populations, and my specialties are working with people who have PTSD, dementia/Alzheimer's, anxiety, depression and family/relationship issues, and I am a divorce mediator. I am an authorized Oasis trainer, so mindfulness is an important part of my practice, as it soothes us mentally and physically.

As a psychologist, consultant and coach in the area of behavioral health, my primary goal is to provide a comfortable, trusting and professional environment where individuals can work on important issues that effect their life. I provide a comprehensive set of services for adults across the lifespan ages 18 to 100+ years old. I offer assessment, evaluation, and treatment interventions for individuals, couples, families and groups with general clinical, issues (i.e. Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationship Problems, Family Conflict and Parenting). I provide services for patients with health problems, injury and neuropsychological issues with a focus on life adjustment and living with serious illness.

Do you have a child struggling at school or who may have ADHD? Or, do you have an elderly parent that may be showing the early signs of dementia/Alzheimer's disease? For both, a Neuropsychological Evaluation can help. My practice specializes in conducting targeted assessments to better understand your loved one's difficulties. I have extensive training in neurodevelopment and neurodegeneration, allowing me to see patients across the lifespan (6 to 90+ years old) with a variety of conditions (e.g., learning disorders, ADHD, autism, concussion/TBI, dementia, epilepsy, stroke, Parkinson's disease). Email me to discuss how I can help.

My name is Jasmen D. Rice, PsyD and I am a Clinical Neuropsychologist. I specialize in the evaluation of cognitive impairment and neurodegenerative conditions that more commonly affect older adults. These conditions include, but are not limited to, dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease, vascular disease, and Lewy bodies. Sometimes, changes in memory and thinking can occur for other reasons, such as depression or anxiety, the effects of medication, chronic pain, or other medical conditions, such as multiple sclerosis or normal pressure hydrocephalus.

I have experience in working with individuals with developmental disabilities including Autism, Down syndrome, Angelman Syndrome, and other disorders. I have additional experience serving children and adults with mental health disorders including Reactive Attachment Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, ODD, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, and trauma. I have experience treating neurological disorders including Dementia, Parksinson's Disease, Cortical Visual Impairment, and Cerebral Palsy. I also provide perinatal music therapy services including music therapy assisted childbirth. Infinity provides in-home & in-facility services.