Dementia Therapists in Nebraska

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Jean Stuto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LIMHP, CGCS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68124  (Online Only)
"The best way out is always through."~ Robert Frost. Jeanie's work has included interventions with adults and families navigating role reversal and life transitions. For years, Jeanie has worked for local hospitals as a medical social worker assisting elder adults and their families with difficult changes. This experience shapes her understanding of how hard transitions can be for families and for older adults. She also has vast experience with bereavement and grief support and is able to lend an empathetic ear for all who may be going through a difficult time. Jeanie is also a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS).
"The best way out is always through."~ Robert Frost. Jeanie's work has included interventions with adults and families navigating role reversal and life transitions. For years, Jeanie has worked for local hospitals as a medical social worker assisting elder adults and their families with difficult changes. This experience shapes her understanding of how hard transitions can be for families and for older adults. She also has vast experience with bereavement and grief support and is able to lend an empathetic ear for all who may be going through a difficult time. Jeanie is also a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS).
(402) 807-0444 View (402) 807-0444
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Laura Niehaus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LIMHP, CMSW, MSOL
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68154
I believe that we all possess strengths that can help us overcome life’s challenges and am honored to hold space and be present with my clients as we walk the path to fulfilment and peace. I work primarily with adults and the geriatric population and serve clients who struggle with day-to-day issues including anxiety, sadness, guilt and shame, relationship troubles, boundary setting, stress management, healthy coping, and maintaining wellness. As a clinical social worker and LIMHP, I also have experience with Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Neurocognitive Disorders ( dementia).
I believe that we all possess strengths that can help us overcome life’s challenges and am honored to hold space and be present with my clients as we walk the path to fulfilment and peace. I work primarily with adults and the geriatric population and serve clients who struggle with day-to-day issues including anxiety, sadness, guilt and shame, relationship troubles, boundary setting, stress management, healthy coping, and maintaining wellness. As a clinical social worker and LIMHP, I also have experience with Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Neurocognitive Disorders ( dementia).
(402) 313-4836 View (402) 313-4836
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Rebecca J Riley
Psychologist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68124
I especially enjoy working with young professionals, adults experiencing transition, caregivers, grief/loss, rural/small community concerns, persons with disabilities and seniors/ older adults.
We all go through difficult times when we wish our lives were different. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to create a new life at any age. Together, we can determine how you would like your life to change and the steps needed to make it happen. Clients have said I am warm and nonjudgmental in my approach, so they feel comfortable sharing their struggles. I understand that everyone brings experiences that shape how they view the world. My goal is to help you understand how these experiences have influenced you and help you start living the life you want.
I especially enjoy working with young professionals, adults experiencing transition, caregivers, grief/loss, rural/small community concerns, persons with disabilities and seniors/ older adults.
We all go through difficult times when we wish our lives were different. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to create a new life at any age. Together, we can determine how you would like your life to change and the steps needed to make it happen. Clients have said I am warm and nonjudgmental in my approach, so they feel comfortable sharing their struggles. I understand that everyone brings experiences that shape how they view the world. My goal is to help you understand how these experiences have influenced you and help you start living the life you want.
(402) 615-9032 View (402) 615-9032
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Walter Duffy
MD
Verified Verified
Lincoln, NE 68526
Dr. Duffy is passionate about helping people with mental health challenges, from ADHD and autism to depression and anxiety, and more. Our ideal clients seek to understand and manage their conditions effectively, aspiring for stability and wellness. They aim for a life that's not defined by their struggles but enriched through personalized, evidence-based care that addresses their unique needs and goals.
Dr. Duffy is passionate about helping people with mental health challenges, from ADHD and autism to depression and anxiety, and more. Our ideal clients seek to understand and manage their conditions effectively, aspiring for stability and wellness. They aim for a life that's not defined by their struggles but enriched through personalized, evidence-based care that addresses their unique needs and goals.
(402) 929-4521 View (402) 929-4521
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Vanessa Buttery
Counselor, LIMHP, PC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68154
Welcome. Are you ready to take the next step towards your wellness and healing? If you are ready to start, I am here to help guide you. Dealing with emotions and healing can sometimes be uncomfortable, my goal is to help assist you through this process. My approach is helping you reach your goals, addressing any stuck patterns, and help creating what you "know" and how you want to live. The process starts with getting to know you and celebrating what you have overcome and to help you work on establishing goals that may be difficult for you. I will help you focus on what it is that you need to have a fulfilling life.
Welcome. Are you ready to take the next step towards your wellness and healing? If you are ready to start, I am here to help guide you. Dealing with emotions and healing can sometimes be uncomfortable, my goal is to help assist you through this process. My approach is helping you reach your goals, addressing any stuck patterns, and help creating what you "know" and how you want to live. The process starts with getting to know you and celebrating what you have overcome and to help you work on establishing goals that may be difficult for you. I will help you focus on what it is that you need to have a fulfilling life.
(402) 792-4505 View (402) 792-4505
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Sherika Gardner
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLMHP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68114
Children: Growing up can be hard, Can you hear them? They can hear you when they want to. Are they listening? Are you listening? Children just want to be heard. They see you? Do you see them? They just want your attention. Our children knowing how to communicate and understanding how to express their emotions effectively.
Children: Growing up can be hard, Can you hear them? They can hear you when they want to. Are they listening? Are you listening? Children just want to be heard. They see you? Do you see them? They just want your attention. Our children knowing how to communicate and understanding how to express their emotions effectively.
(402) 243-6342 View (402) 243-6342
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Chelsey Burr
Counselor, MS, LIMHP, LPC
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NE 68446
Most clients come to me when life has hit them hard and they feel stuck. Something within them is screaming that they want more, but they don’t know how to get there and where to turn. To me therapy is a beautiful dance. One in which the client leads me to the inner-most crevices of their heart, and the light is suddenly turned on, bringing clarity, healing, and victory to the darkness. It is in this place that they are filled up to overflow, where they can thrive, love the life they are living, and pour into the lives around them.
Most clients come to me when life has hit them hard and they feel stuck. Something within them is screaming that they want more, but they don’t know how to get there and where to turn. To me therapy is a beautiful dance. One in which the client leads me to the inner-most crevices of their heart, and the light is suddenly turned on, bringing clarity, healing, and victory to the darkness. It is in this place that they are filled up to overflow, where they can thrive, love the life they are living, and pour into the lives around them.
(402) 922-8705 View (402) 922-8705
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Mariama Oumaria Maman
Counselor, PLMHP, PLCSW, BPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68144
“There is no darkness without a light”. We all have experienced, at one time or another emotional darkness. Therapy is the way to walk you through the light. I am here to support you. Therapy with me is a collaborative effort. I provide a free judgement zone and you are entitled to every emotion. It is not easy seeking help and I’m proud of you starting your process in finding a provider. Together we will work to create a safe space where you can grow, heal, and reach the light. My goal is to assist individuals through life’s challenges.
“There is no darkness without a light”. We all have experienced, at one time or another emotional darkness. Therapy is the way to walk you through the light. I am here to support you. Therapy with me is a collaborative effort. I provide a free judgement zone and you are entitled to every emotion. It is not easy seeking help and I’m proud of you starting your process in finding a provider. Together we will work to create a safe space where you can grow, heal, and reach the light. My goal is to assist individuals through life’s challenges.
(402) 226-6470 View (402) 226-6470
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Ryana Swift
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LMHP, MSW
Verified Verified
Lincoln, NE 68506
*How I am responding to Covid-19: I clean surfaces before and after every session. My office is clean, private, not shared with other practitioners and is large enough to maintain safe distance. I do tele-health sessions if preferred.* Therapy is about You. Ryana’s approach to therapy stems from the knowledge that individuals are unique & how we share and process information is specific to each of us. Ryana will listen to you, check in with you to make sure we are on the same page, & help you identify the goals you want to work toward. Together we will develop a plan that works for you.
*How I am responding to Covid-19: I clean surfaces before and after every session. My office is clean, private, not shared with other practitioners and is large enough to maintain safe distance. I do tele-health sessions if preferred.* Therapy is about You. Ryana’s approach to therapy stems from the knowledge that individuals are unique & how we share and process information is specific to each of us. Ryana will listen to you, check in with you to make sure we are on the same page, & help you identify the goals you want to work toward. Together we will develop a plan that works for you.
(402) 769-3555 View (402) 769-3555
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Nicole Hoffmann
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, LIMHP, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Platte, NE 69101
Everyone experiences grief and loss, anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. Sometimes we feel as though these experiences are ours alone. I am here to remind you that these universal experiences can be as natural and welcomed as taking a deep breath. When you start therapy, we will open the chapters of your life that are hard to talk about. Through the use of art therapy, we can create meaning in your mental health needs, and find a way to deal with them realistically and gracefully. If this message resonates with you, give me call and we will begin your journey of healing together.
Everyone experiences grief and loss, anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. Sometimes we feel as though these experiences are ours alone. I am here to remind you that these universal experiences can be as natural and welcomed as taking a deep breath. When you start therapy, we will open the chapters of your life that are hard to talk about. Through the use of art therapy, we can create meaning in your mental health needs, and find a way to deal with them realistically and gracefully. If this message resonates with you, give me call and we will begin your journey of healing together.
(402) 526-5269 View (402) 526-5269
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Kristen Rosenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LIMHP, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68154
Are you looking for a place to be heard and truly listened to? Do you need a safe space to navigate through a difficult relationship, traumatic event or painful period of life? I can help you. Together we can find a path that works best for you to reach a healthier and happier place and maintain it. My approach is diverse and conforms to meet your needs. I draw from different techniques, some based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Strengths Based Therapy, to find the best fit for your situation and personality.
Are you looking for a place to be heard and truly listened to? Do you need a safe space to navigate through a difficult relationship, traumatic event or painful period of life? I can help you. Together we can find a path that works best for you to reach a healthier and happier place and maintain it. My approach is diverse and conforms to meet your needs. I draw from different techniques, some based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Strengths Based Therapy, to find the best fit for your situation and personality.
(402) 207-9468 View (402) 207-9468
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Jacob Stotler
Counselor, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Kearney, NE 68847
We are always looking to serve our Veteran population, active duty, retired, and purple hearts. We work to provide diagnostic clarity and properly aligned evidence-based treatment and interventions for your needs at this time. I approach treatment to all including multicultural treatment for children of very young ages from 2-12, and teenagers and adults that are in need of help through 1:1 talk therapy and/or skill/brain training. I can help you build skillsets and a knowledge base for better functioning while helping treat underlying issues.
We are always looking to serve our Veteran population, active duty, retired, and purple hearts. We work to provide diagnostic clarity and properly aligned evidence-based treatment and interventions for your needs at this time. I approach treatment to all including multicultural treatment for children of very young ages from 2-12, and teenagers and adults that are in need of help through 1:1 talk therapy and/or skill/brain training. I can help you build skillsets and a knowledge base for better functioning while helping treat underlying issues.
(308) 270-5587 View (308) 270-5587
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Roni Norman
Counselor
Verified Verified
Grand Island, NE 68801  (Online Only)
Roni holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling and is a Nationally Certified Employee Assistance Professional as well as a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner. Roni has many years of experience with much of her training and expertise focused in the areas of depression, anxiety, grief and loss and substance abuse/addiction. Roni works with clients of all ages ranging from 5 to 95. She works hard to assist and challenge her clients to make changes in their lives and help them realize their strengths and potential.
Roni holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling and is a Nationally Certified Employee Assistance Professional as well as a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner. Roni has many years of experience with much of her training and expertise focused in the areas of depression, anxiety, grief and loss and substance abuse/addiction. Roni works with clients of all ages ranging from 5 to 95. She works hard to assist and challenge her clients to make changes in their lives and help them realize their strengths and potential.
(308) 550-8645 View (308) 550-8645
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Dana Ritterbush
Counselor, MS, LIMHP, LADC, CEAP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68154
Whether this is your first time seeking support or if you've participated in counseling in the past, my goal is to meet you where you are in your journey to psychological wellness. You may have identified specific challenges and goals that you want to address or you may simply know that you are in need of support. Life is rarely easy and occasionally we all need to seek help and resources to help us navigate through the ups and downs. If you're struggling with challenging life circumstances that are impacting you, your relationships and/or your career, counseling can help you regain control and feel more fulfilled.
Whether this is your first time seeking support or if you've participated in counseling in the past, my goal is to meet you where you are in your journey to psychological wellness. You may have identified specific challenges and goals that you want to address or you may simply know that you are in need of support. Life is rarely easy and occasionally we all need to seek help and resources to help us navigate through the ups and downs. If you're struggling with challenging life circumstances that are impacting you, your relationships and/or your career, counseling can help you regain control and feel more fulfilled.
(402) 256-6658 View (402) 256-6658
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Mark D. Ziegenbein
Marriage & Family Therapist, LIMHP, LMHP, LMFT
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68132  (Online Only)
I now only work online through Skype. I have worked with a variety of issues over my 30 years in my profession. I have been an Adjunct Instructor in the UN-O Graduate Counseling Department, Consultant to area psychiatric programs, Director of Outpatient programs, and a presenter to a wide range of businesses as well as my outpatient practice. I like the diversity of my practice in terms of diagnostic features rather than a particular specialty. My many years of practice have allowed me to work with such a wide range of circumstances and issues.
I now only work online through Skype. I have worked with a variety of issues over my 30 years in my profession. I have been an Adjunct Instructor in the UN-O Graduate Counseling Department, Consultant to area psychiatric programs, Director of Outpatient programs, and a presenter to a wide range of businesses as well as my outpatient practice. I like the diversity of my practice in terms of diagnostic features rather than a particular specialty. My many years of practice have allowed me to work with such a wide range of circumstances and issues.
(402) 403-6389 View (402) 403-6389
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Sara A Gasper
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Grand Island, NE 68803
I strive to offer individuals a safe space to show up as your genuine and authentic self and be met exactly where you are. I offer support, validation, empathy, and a safe and respectful space for you. We will work together to identify your desired treatment goals and takes steps towards the life you desire. I help clients accurately assess their challenges and identify ways they can change, capitalizing on the strengths they already have and encouraging them to build new ones.
I strive to offer individuals a safe space to show up as your genuine and authentic self and be met exactly where you are. I offer support, validation, empathy, and a safe and respectful space for you. We will work together to identify your desired treatment goals and takes steps towards the life you desire. I help clients accurately assess their challenges and identify ways they can change, capitalizing on the strengths they already have and encouraging them to build new ones.
(308) 832-6386 View (308) 832-6386
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Waves Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSPC, PLMHP, PLADC, BSMT
Verified Verified
Chadron, NE 69337  (Online Only)
Theresa Long has over 20 years of experience in the medical industry as a Medical Laboratory Scientist. More recently, she has completed her Master's in Professional Counseling and has experience working with clients who have mental and emotional issues along with alcohol and drug addiction problems. Theresa also has experience working with special needs. Theresa founded Waves Counseling because she wanted to enhance other people’s well-being by addressing their mental health issues and in doing so, give back to the community who helped her mother and father with their own mental, emotional, and addiction problems.
Theresa Long has over 20 years of experience in the medical industry as a Medical Laboratory Scientist. More recently, she has completed her Master's in Professional Counseling and has experience working with clients who have mental and emotional issues along with alcohol and drug addiction problems. Theresa also has experience working with special needs. Theresa founded Waves Counseling because she wanted to enhance other people’s well-being by addressing their mental health issues and in doing so, give back to the community who helped her mother and father with their own mental, emotional, and addiction problems.
(308) 281-2431 View (308) 281-2431
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Terry Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68144
You might wonder if hypnotherapy is available in the midst of a pandemic - when all the therapists have switched to telehealth platforms. Yes, it is! We simply must plan carefully, so that the process remains safe and comfortable. While everyone's reaction to hypnosis is unique and personal - it has a potential of effecting powerful change for you. You can begin to face what you've been avoiding - and do so with more confidence. I strive to make your sessions productive, so that you make the progress you want. It's a big decision to start therapy - so don't hesitate to ask questions up front.
You might wonder if hypnotherapy is available in the midst of a pandemic - when all the therapists have switched to telehealth platforms. Yes, it is! We simply must plan carefully, so that the process remains safe and comfortable. While everyone's reaction to hypnosis is unique and personal - it has a potential of effecting powerful change for you. You can begin to face what you've been avoiding - and do so with more confidence. I strive to make your sessions productive, so that you make the progress you want. It's a big decision to start therapy - so don't hesitate to ask questions up front.
(402) 795-1369 View (402) 795-1369
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Tracy List
Psychologist, PhD, LLC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lincoln, NE 68512
If you are looking for a professional partner to help you with something in your life, you've come to the right place. Life can be a challenge; it's time for you to grow emotionally and strengthen your psychological skillset. I've been helping clients for nearly 25 years and I use my professional experience to collaborate with you so that together, we can find ways to make even small changes possible. I focus on evidence based treatments; meaning we actually measure your symptoms over time and ensure that things are improving. It's not easy but worth it!
If you are looking for a professional partner to help you with something in your life, you've come to the right place. Life can be a challenge; it's time for you to grow emotionally and strengthen your psychological skillset. I've been helping clients for nearly 25 years and I use my professional experience to collaborate with you so that together, we can find ways to make even small changes possible. I focus on evidence based treatments; meaning we actually measure your symptoms over time and ensure that things are improving. It's not easy but worth it!
(402) 403-1146 View (402) 403-1146
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Kayla Frodsham
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68104  (Online Only)
Licensed with supervision in Idaho, Nebraska, and Iowa. I specialize in tele-health treatment for clients recovering from significant injuries. Difficulties following such life-changing events can include depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, and PTSD among others. Most everyone wants to re-engage in a meaningful life post-injury, but sometimes even the possibility feels distant. I feel confident there is always a next step toward our goals, no matter the situation. I enjoy coming to know and support clients who are courageously taking the next step.
Licensed with supervision in Idaho, Nebraska, and Iowa. I specialize in tele-health treatment for clients recovering from significant injuries. Difficulties following such life-changing events can include depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, and PTSD among others. Most everyone wants to re-engage in a meaningful life post-injury, but sometimes even the possibility feels distant. I feel confident there is always a next step toward our goals, no matter the situation. I enjoy coming to know and support clients who are courageously taking the next step.
(402) 512-6172 View (402) 512-6172
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Dementia Therapists

Can dementia patients benefit from counseling?

Dementia patients can often benefit significantly from counseling. While neurologists typically treat dementia itself, counselors 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. Counselors 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 behavioral 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.