Dementia Therapists in Winooski, VT
Jennifer D Sandoval
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winooski, VT 05404 (Online Only)
I want to get to know you and your story. You are the expert in your life and in our sessions I hope to help you find the clarity to work through everything that you are experiencing. I employ a person-centered approach and will meet you wherever you are, holding space for you and your process. Exploring compassionately and curiously, we can come to know and value your vulnerabilities while also building upon your strengths, helping you make the most out of this experience and build a life of joy and meaning.
I want to get to know you and your story. You are the expert in your life and in our sessions I hope to help you find the clarity to work through everything that you are experiencing. I employ a person-centered approach and will meet you wherever you are, holding space for you and your process. Exploring compassionately and curiously, we can come to know and value your vulnerabilities while also building upon your strengths, helping you make the most out of this experience and build a life of joy and meaning.
my area of expertise is in the evaluation and treatment of substance abuse. I have worked in substance abuse settings since 1986 including detox ,and outpatient settings . I currently provide counseling required by Project Crash to assist clients in regaining their license after a DWI offense and also provide evaluation for the office of professional regulation. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families who are dealing with addiction issues.I also have a degree in theology and enjoy discussing how one's faith can be used in dealing with life's issues.
my area of expertise is in the evaluation and treatment of substance abuse. I have worked in substance abuse settings since 1986 including detox ,and outpatient settings . I currently provide counseling required by Project Crash to assist clients in regaining their license after a DWI offense and also provide evaluation for the office of professional regulation. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families who are dealing with addiction issues.I also have a degree in theology and enjoy discussing how one's faith can be used in dealing with life's issues.
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Kathryn Shaffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Colchester, VT 05439 (Online Only)
I am a professional Social Worker specializing in death, dying, bereavement, and chronic and persistent physical debilities as well as mental health issues. I have extensive experience working with issues related to chronic and life limiting illness, chronic pain, aging, and dementia, and caring for the needs of the dying at end of life. Other experience includes working with adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, self-esteem, trauma, and coping skills. My therapeutic approaches are rooted in Narrative, Existential, and Psychodynamic therapy.
I am a professional Social Worker specializing in death, dying, bereavement, and chronic and persistent physical debilities as well as mental health issues. I have extensive experience working with issues related to chronic and life limiting illness, chronic pain, aging, and dementia, and caring for the needs of the dying at end of life. Other experience includes working with adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, self-esteem, trauma, and coping skills. My therapeutic approaches are rooted in Narrative, Existential, and Psychodynamic therapy.
A Change of Mind, LLC - Heidi Wilson, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACHP-SW, CIMHP, CAS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401
We change our behavior when the pain of staying the same becomes greater than the pain of changing.- Henry Cloud. Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, stressed? My name is Heidi Wilson, and with 25 years of clinical experience, I am dedicated to providing guidance to those desirous of change. I specialize in helping adults, college students and teens with depression, anxiety, panic, relationship issues, illness, cognitive issues, caregiver burnout, autism, ADHD, substance abuse, trauma, C-PTSD, and parenting issues. Specialty Certifications in ADHD, Autism, Complex Trauma (C-PTSD), Alzheimer’s Disease, and Integrative Mental Health.
We change our behavior when the pain of staying the same becomes greater than the pain of changing.- Henry Cloud. Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, stressed? My name is Heidi Wilson, and with 25 years of clinical experience, I am dedicated to providing guidance to those desirous of change. I specialize in helping adults, college students and teens with depression, anxiety, panic, relationship issues, illness, cognitive issues, caregiver burnout, autism, ADHD, substance abuse, trauma, C-PTSD, and parenting issues. Specialty Certifications in ADHD, Autism, Complex Trauma (C-PTSD), Alzheimer’s Disease, and Integrative Mental Health.
I have assisted many clients who struggle with mental health issues, which, at times, may be complicated by medical challenges such as Alzheimers, dementia, multiple sclerosis, and stroke.
I am Lisbeth Dodd, LICSW. My offices are located in Burlington and Montpelier, Vermont. Through over 20 years of clinical practice I have assisted clients in a variety of helping relationships and roles including psychotherapy, case management, and medical and emergency mental health. I apply a client-centered, integrative approach, including psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral principles. I work with adults who may be experiencing a wide range of concerns which may include: complex life transitions, anxiety, stress, relationship problems, adjustment disorders, depression, life transitions, and trauma.
I have assisted many clients who struggle with mental health issues, which, at times, may be complicated by medical challenges such as Alzheimers, dementia, multiple sclerosis, and stroke.
I am Lisbeth Dodd, LICSW. My offices are located in Burlington and Montpelier, Vermont. Through over 20 years of clinical practice I have assisted clients in a variety of helping relationships and roles including psychotherapy, case management, and medical and emergency mental health. I apply a client-centered, integrative approach, including psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral principles. I work with adults who may be experiencing a wide range of concerns which may include: complex life transitions, anxiety, stress, relationship problems, adjustment disorders, depression, life transitions, and trauma.
Psychological Assessment services available: neuropsychological testing, ADHD testing, psychological testing, memory testing, fitness for duty testing, mental status examination.
I help people to look within and find the inner strengths they have to overcome problems. This is achieved by guiding them in a process that discovers their best way of expressing themselves in a healthy manner. I like to think outside of labels and assist you in finding success in all areas of life, whether it be home, school or work.
Psychological Assessment services available: neuropsychological testing, ADHD testing, psychological testing, memory testing, fitness for duty testing, mental status examination.
I help people to look within and find the inner strengths they have to overcome problems. This is achieved by guiding them in a process that discovers their best way of expressing themselves in a healthy manner. I like to think outside of labels and assist you in finding success in all areas of life, whether it be home, school or work.
Theresa Matocha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, a Certified Dementia Practitioner and an experienced medical social worker.
Welcome and thank you for reading about my practice. Compassion for those struggling with difficult thoughts, feelings and life experiences along with trust in our natural capacity for healing are the basic tenants that inspire my work. Therapy can provide the time and space for healthy connection and positive growth. Interweaving research-supported therapies, I facilitate strategies that help clients discover and apply tools that promote well-being in everyday life. My goal is to build safe, therapeutic partnerships that spark resiliency and a greater sense of inner freedom, strength, peace and joy.
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, a Certified Dementia Practitioner and an experienced medical social worker.
Welcome and thank you for reading about my practice. Compassion for those struggling with difficult thoughts, feelings and life experiences along with trust in our natural capacity for healing are the basic tenants that inspire my work. Therapy can provide the time and space for healthy connection and positive growth. Interweaving research-supported therapies, I facilitate strategies that help clients discover and apply tools that promote well-being in everyday life. My goal is to build safe, therapeutic partnerships that spark resiliency and a greater sense of inner freedom, strength, peace and joy.
A neuropsychological evaluation can provide valuable information regarding an individual's current and future cognitive functioning. My specialty involves the assessment of cognition across a wide span of central nervous system disorders including neurodegenerative conditions (e.g., Alzheimer's disease), traumatic brain injury (TBI), substance abuse, attention deficit syndromes, and autistic spectrum disorder. My work examines the relationship between brain disease and cognition while differentiating the contribution of psychological factors such as depression or anxiety. I also perform independent medical examinations (IME).
A neuropsychological evaluation can provide valuable information regarding an individual's current and future cognitive functioning. My specialty involves the assessment of cognition across a wide span of central nervous system disorders including neurodegenerative conditions (e.g., Alzheimer's disease), traumatic brain injury (TBI), substance abuse, attention deficit syndromes, and autistic spectrum disorder. My work examines the relationship between brain disease and cognition while differentiating the contribution of psychological factors such as depression or anxiety. I also perform independent medical examinations (IME).
Perhaps you are going through a rough patch and could use support and guidance, or perhaps you’ve struggled for many years and would like to see things differently, live things differently. You are not broken. We each of us are inherently whole and in response to internalized messages and expected roles, or difficult situations and difficult histories, ill health, extreme stressors or trauma, our lives can feel broken. My passion is to help you feel more connected to yourself and the people you love and the world around you.
Perhaps you are going through a rough patch and could use support and guidance, or perhaps you’ve struggled for many years and would like to see things differently, live things differently. You are not broken. We each of us are inherently whole and in response to internalized messages and expected roles, or difficult situations and difficult histories, ill health, extreme stressors or trauma, our lives can feel broken. My passion is to help you feel more connected to yourself and the people you love and the world around you.
Heather Carcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Shelburne, VT 05482 (Online Only)
Currently on a waitlist. Feeling kind of blah? Are you experiencing a life transition due to grief, illness, caregiving, partner separation, parenthood, college or work? If you’re feeling exhausted, foggy, forgetful, sad, anxious, disconnected, indecisive and “stuck”, you are experiencing some of the most common and difficult symptoms associated with adjustment. Imagine feeling more energized, relieved, small sparks of excitement. Feeling more connected to yourself and what/who is important. Small steps to rewiring your thoughts and how we approach situations can create lasting change.
Currently on a waitlist. Feeling kind of blah? Are you experiencing a life transition due to grief, illness, caregiving, partner separation, parenthood, college or work? If you’re feeling exhausted, foggy, forgetful, sad, anxious, disconnected, indecisive and “stuck”, you are experiencing some of the most common and difficult symptoms associated with adjustment. Imagine feeling more energized, relieved, small sparks of excitement. Feeling more connected to yourself and what/who is important. Small steps to rewiring your thoughts and how we approach situations can create lasting change.
Kandi Smith-Marlow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Williston, VT 05495 (Online Only)
Accepting new patients- My therapy style is flexible and client-centered. I believe that therapy is successful when the client-therapist relationship is strong and the treatment approach is tailored to meet the specific needs of the client. I have found that the ability to apply different theories and to take an approach that ensures the best possible therapeutic outcome.
Accepting new patients- My therapy style is flexible and client-centered. I believe that therapy is successful when the client-therapist relationship is strong and the treatment approach is tailored to meet the specific needs of the client. I have found that the ability to apply different theories and to take an approach that ensures the best possible therapeutic outcome.
Nicole Munoz, LCSW-C Neurofeedback & Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401
The journey to be your best self is too important to take alone. So it would be my pleasure to help guide you to a better, clearer tomorrow – mentally, physically, and emotionally. My approach as a psychotherapist is one of understanding where you are now, and then working together to reach the place you desire to be. We’ve all walked a unique life path and had different experiences that shaped us, so my approach is not cookie-cutter at all. I believe in hope, inspiration, and the power of the individual. We are stronger than we realize, but the key to mental clarity and emotional well-being sometimes remains elusive.
The journey to be your best self is too important to take alone. So it would be my pleasure to help guide you to a better, clearer tomorrow – mentally, physically, and emotionally. My approach as a psychotherapist is one of understanding where you are now, and then working together to reach the place you desire to be. We’ve all walked a unique life path and had different experiences that shaped us, so my approach is not cookie-cutter at all. I believe in hope, inspiration, and the power of the individual. We are stronger than we realize, but the key to mental clarity and emotional well-being sometimes remains elusive.
Women are incredible, and yet, I don’t know a single woman who hasn’t held deep pain and shame about herself at some point; somehow feeling like she is both too much and not enough. Shrinking herself, fighting imposter syndrome, avoiding conflict, feeling guilty for having needs and choosing to care for herself... Maybe you know that feeling too, and maybe that’s why you’re here. It doesn’t have to be this way. You can learn how to move from self-criticism to compassion, rebuild your confidence, and let go of the insecurities that make it so hard for you to see your worth. You can learn how to love yourself and your life again.
Women are incredible, and yet, I don’t know a single woman who hasn’t held deep pain and shame about herself at some point; somehow feeling like she is both too much and not enough. Shrinking herself, fighting imposter syndrome, avoiding conflict, feeling guilty for having needs and choosing to care for herself... Maybe you know that feeling too, and maybe that’s why you’re here. It doesn’t have to be this way. You can learn how to move from self-criticism to compassion, rebuild your confidence, and let go of the insecurities that make it so hard for you to see your worth. You can learn how to love yourself and your life again.
I provide psychological services to address a wide variety of concerns, challenges and transitions. I use approaches that have been scientifically shown to be effective.
I view the therapeutic process as a partnership between myself and the client. My approach is adjusted to meet the unique needs of each individual client, and I seek to provide an open, supportive forum in which to explore your life and reach your personal goals. With my support you can identify the areas of your life that are not working and make a plan to create growth, change and improvement, allowing you to live the life you desire.
I provide psychological services to address a wide variety of concerns, challenges and transitions. I use approaches that have been scientifically shown to be effective.
I view the therapeutic process as a partnership between myself and the client. My approach is adjusted to meet the unique needs of each individual client, and I seek to provide an open, supportive forum in which to explore your life and reach your personal goals. With my support you can identify the areas of your life that are not working and make a plan to create growth, change and improvement, allowing you to live the life you desire.
Edward Spaulding
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401 (Online Only)
Clients typically come to me seeking support and therapy for chronic conditions that involve managing high stress, understanding the mental health impacts of ailments, and treatment for conditions that can be addressed with outpatient therapy.
Clients typically come to me seeking support and therapy for chronic conditions that involve managing high stress, understanding the mental health impacts of ailments, and treatment for conditions that can be addressed with outpatient therapy.
Joanna Guyette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LICSW
Verified Verified
South Burlington, VT 05403
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes in life we get overwhelmed, feel stuck, and need help navigating transitions, uncertainty, or loss. The bulk of my professional experience before private practice was as a hospice social worker fostering emotional comfort for people approaching end of life. It honed my ability to hold compassionate presence while growing therapeutic approaches to meet an array of needs. I have a strong understanding of the ways losses can take shape, multiply, and be disenfranchised, how trauma can lace its way through life and shape our reactions, and ways to keep yourself afloat when life keeps stirring up storms.
Sometimes in life we get overwhelmed, feel stuck, and need help navigating transitions, uncertainty, or loss. The bulk of my professional experience before private practice was as a hospice social worker fostering emotional comfort for people approaching end of life. It honed my ability to hold compassionate presence while growing therapeutic approaches to meet an array of needs. I have a strong understanding of the ways losses can take shape, multiply, and be disenfranchised, how trauma can lace its way through life and shape our reactions, and ways to keep yourself afloat when life keeps stirring up storms.
Lisa K Lax
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, EdD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401
Not accepting new clients
I have extensive experience as a psychotherapist and clinical social worker. I enjoy working with adults of all ages and backgrounds, and have the experience, training, and skills to help with a wide array of issues and problems. My specialties include general mental health issues, family and relationship problems, work related stress, life transitions, care-giving, grief and loss. I also provide clinical supervision and consultation on clinical and organizational issues.
I have extensive experience as a psychotherapist and clinical social worker. I enjoy working with adults of all ages and backgrounds, and have the experience, training, and skills to help with a wide array of issues and problems. My specialties include general mental health issues, family and relationship problems, work related stress, life transitions, care-giving, grief and loss. I also provide clinical supervision and consultation on clinical and organizational issues.
Online Therapists
My clientele are older adults, who reside in their own home or assisted living.
My goal is to support clients in developing the specific skills, and taking the new actions, that will allow them to more effectively cope with the many challenges they face with the aging process. In addition, clients also find that one’s personal residence is the ideal place where a nurturing, supportive, and therapeutic relationship is established.
My clientele are older adults, who reside in their own home or assisted living.
My goal is to support clients in developing the specific skills, and taking the new actions, that will allow them to more effectively cope with the many challenges they face with the aging process. In addition, clients also find that one’s personal residence is the ideal place where a nurturing, supportive, and therapeutic relationship is established.
Alexandra Scarlett
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Saxtons River, VT 05154 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have had over 20 years of experience in private practice treating children, adults, families and couples in a rural area. I am well-versed in common issues such as adjustment disorders, depression and anxiety, childhood trauma and substance abuse and recovery.
I have had over 20 years of experience in private practice treating children, adults, families and couples in a rural area. I am well-versed in common issues such as adjustment disorders, depression and anxiety, childhood trauma and substance abuse and recovery.
Mya Potts
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wolcott, VT 05680
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked in the mental health field for over 15 years in a variety of roles. I have been practicing for 4 years with a focus on bipolar, anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia-type conditions. I have a passion to work with individual with PTSD.
I have worked in the mental health field for over 15 years in a variety of roles. I have been practicing for 4 years with a focus on bipolar, anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia-type conditions. I have a passion to work with individual with PTSD.
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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.