Dementia Therapists in San Diego, CA
One of my specialties, is working with care-givers who have had a family member diagnosed with dementia.
Grief is another specialty. For many years I have worked and had personal experience with grief and loss. I learned early about death at age 11, when my Father died suddenly. As a woman in my 60's, I have continued to experience the many expected and some very unexpected losses of friends and family. I will meet you where you are in your grief.
One of my specialties, is working with care-givers who have had a family member diagnosed with dementia.
Grief is another specialty. For many years I have worked and had personal experience with grief and loss. I learned early about death at age 11, when my Father died suddenly. As a woman in my 60's, I have continued to experience the many expected and some very unexpected losses of friends and family. I will meet you where you are in your grief.
I have spent years working closely with adults and older adults and getting to know challenges that you might be facing: major life transitions, agism, dementia (person diagnosed + caregivers), chronic illness, facing life changing medical challenges (such as transplant) and overall challenges that come as we grow older.
Are you finding yourself navigating transitions as an adult or older adult?
I have spent years working closely with adults and older adults and getting to know challenges that you might be facing: major life transitions, agism, dementia (person diagnosed + caregivers), chronic illness, facing life changing medical challenges (such as transplant) and overall challenges that come as we grow older.
Are you finding yourself navigating transitions as an adult or older adult?
Her neuropsychological evaluations describe and quantify cognitive deficits typically found in older adults.
Dr. Cotter has over twenty years of experience working with older adults and received her training in hospital, rehabilitation, university research, and private practice settings. She completed her doctoral dissertation in conjunction with The 90+ Study at U.C. Irvine, the most comprehensive study of the very old to date.
Her neuropsychological evaluations describe and quantify cognitive deficits typically found in older adults.
Dr. Cotter has over twenty years of experience working with older adults and received her training in hospital, rehabilitation, university research, and private practice settings. She completed her doctoral dissertation in conjunction with The 90+ Study at U.C. Irvine, the most comprehensive study of the very old to date.
My area of focus is adults and older adults focused on issues of grief and loss, role transition, interpersonal conflict, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
My goal is to create an environment that is safe for clients to identify issues that are negatively impacting their daily life and work together with the client on a treatment plan that will help improve the client's means of coping with these stressors.
My area of focus is adults and older adults focused on issues of grief and loss, role transition, interpersonal conflict, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
My goal is to create an environment that is safe for clients to identify issues that are negatively impacting their daily life and work together with the client on a treatment plan that will help improve the client's means of coping with these stressors.
Is your child struggling in school? Are you seeking compensation after an injury? Are you experiencing memory problems? I am Board Certified Neuropsychologist with over 9 years of experience in hospital settings helping patients with neurological complications after stroke, heart attack, or brain injury.
I enjoy assisting clients after a major life change or injury to redefine their identify in order to resume meaningful lives and relationships. I also find it very rewarding to assist children achieve academic success after struggling in the school setting.
Is your child struggling in school? Are you seeking compensation after an injury? Are you experiencing memory problems? I am Board Certified Neuropsychologist with over 9 years of experience in hospital settings helping patients with neurological complications after stroke, heart attack, or brain injury.
I enjoy assisting clients after a major life change or injury to redefine their identify in order to resume meaningful lives and relationships. I also find it very rewarding to assist children achieve academic success after struggling in the school setting.
Kelly Hutton, Chronic pain and illness therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92102
I specialize in working with chronic pain, chronic illness, medical trauma, neurocognitive issues ( memory).
I work with individuals and couples/families around these issues and work specifically with couples and families around the changing in roles, caregiving/care partners, and marital or family issues/dynamics around illness or pain. I work in-person or virtually and can provide in-home sessions for those struggling with mobility, fatigue or pain.
I specialize in working with chronic pain, chronic illness, medical trauma, neurocognitive issues ( memory).
I work with individuals and couples/families around these issues and work specifically with couples and families around the changing in roles, caregiving/care partners, and marital or family issues/dynamics around illness or pain. I work in-person or virtually and can provide in-home sessions for those struggling with mobility, fatigue or pain.
I also work with older adults (65+) with transition to retirement, as well as caregivers of those who have cognitive impairment and issues of self-care.
I specialize in general clinical psychology (various anxiety and mood disorders), health psychology, and evidence-based practice. I use cognitive behavioral therapy with a collaborate approach. At the beginning of treatment, we work toward figuring out what isn’t working for you and how to initially get you some symptom relief. I value getting to know you and your thoughts, beliefs, and coping strategies. I help you find ways to cope that are more effective. I strive for genuine relationships with my clients at any stage of adulthood where we can discuss issues openly. You are included in treatment-related decisions.
I also work with older adults (65+) with transition to retirement, as well as caregivers of those who have cognitive impairment and issues of self-care.
I specialize in general clinical psychology (various anxiety and mood disorders), health psychology, and evidence-based practice. I use cognitive behavioral therapy with a collaborate approach. At the beginning of treatment, we work toward figuring out what isn’t working for you and how to initially get you some symptom relief. I value getting to know you and your thoughts, beliefs, and coping strategies. I help you find ways to cope that are more effective. I strive for genuine relationships with my clients at any stage of adulthood where we can discuss issues openly. You are included in treatment-related decisions.
We will also work on strategies to address problems with executive functioning and memory.
I offer therapy focusing on compensatory strategies and cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with ADHD, concussions/traumatic brain injuries, neurodegenerative disorders, mild cognitive impairment, long-haul COVID, and other medical and psychiatric conditions.
We will also work on strategies to address problems with executive functioning and memory.
I offer therapy focusing on compensatory strategies and cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with ADHD, concussions/traumatic brain injuries, neurodegenerative disorders, mild cognitive impairment, long-haul COVID, and other medical and psychiatric conditions.
Minder Memory is the only nationwide telehealth neuropsychology company qualified to accept major insurance, and we see patients in 1-2 weeks (unlike typical wait times of 9-12 months).
Our virtual neuropsychologists have experience with children and adults covering a range of conditions, including dementia, stroke, TBI, ADHD, and autism, all via Zoom. Patients also love us - we have a 4.8 out of 5 average Google rating.
Minder Memory is the only nationwide telehealth neuropsychology company qualified to accept major insurance, and we see patients in 1-2 weeks (unlike typical wait times of 9-12 months).
Our virtual neuropsychologists have experience with children and adults covering a range of conditions, including dementia, stroke, TBI, ADHD, and autism, all via Zoom. Patients also love us - we have a 4.8 out of 5 average Google rating.
Hi there, I'm Nicole! Therapy is an opportunity for self-discovery, empowerment, and healing. I work with various issues, including depression, anxiety, parenting, life transitions, and stress. I specialize in HIV/STD support, women's health, and older adults/ seniors. My goal is to help you recognize that you have all the tools and strength to develop and manage all of your challenges. I will work alongside you at your pace, providing a safe space to feel heard, understood, and supported in your growth.
Hi there, I'm Nicole! Therapy is an opportunity for self-discovery, empowerment, and healing. I work with various issues, including depression, anxiety, parenting, life transitions, and stress. I specialize in HIV/STD support, women's health, and older adults/ seniors. My goal is to help you recognize that you have all the tools and strength to develop and manage all of your challenges. I will work alongside you at your pace, providing a safe space to feel heard, understood, and supported in your growth.
I am an LCSW with over 10 years of experience treating adults and older adults. I specialize in Anxiety and Depression. I have a compassionate approach utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. I provide support, guidance, and skills to help you cope with life issues.
I am an LCSW with over 10 years of experience treating adults and older adults. I specialize in Anxiety and Depression. I have a compassionate approach utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. I provide support, guidance, and skills to help you cope with life issues.
Meet Our Dementia Therapists
I have worked as a researcher and clinician in inpatient and outpatient settings (including UCSD and the VA) and focused on trauma, grief, depression, dementia, Alzheimer's disease and forensics.
We all experience challenges in our lives that leave us feeling overwhelmed, sad, or worried. It takes courage and self-compassion to seek understanding and guidance during difficult times. I believe that psychotherapy is one tool that everyone can potentially benefit from.
I have worked as a researcher and clinician in inpatient and outpatient settings (including UCSD and the VA) and focused on trauma, grief, depression, dementia, Alzheimer's disease and forensics.
We all experience challenges in our lives that leave us feeling overwhelmed, sad, or worried. It takes courage and self-compassion to seek understanding and guidance during difficult times. I believe that psychotherapy is one tool that everyone can potentially benefit from.
Specialized in: Trauma and Coping, LGBTQ issues, Dementia and Caregiver issues.
Hello, I am a therapist who enjoys diversity and helping you with your life from a non-judgmental, empathetic, and honest perspective. If you choose to work with me, know that you will have a safe space that understands multiple cultural and societal barriers. LGBTQ+, Spanish Speakers, and minorities are welcome. I want you to see therapy as a tool for you to thrive in life. The more you share, and the more you work on yourself, the better we can come up with goals that will make you heal and move forward in the right direction. Virtual Practice only
Specialized in: Trauma and Coping, LGBTQ issues, Dementia and Caregiver issues.
Hello, I am a therapist who enjoys diversity and helping you with your life from a non-judgmental, empathetic, and honest perspective. If you choose to work with me, know that you will have a safe space that understands multiple cultural and societal barriers. LGBTQ+, Spanish Speakers, and minorities are welcome. I want you to see therapy as a tool for you to thrive in life. The more you share, and the more you work on yourself, the better we can come up with goals that will make you heal and move forward in the right direction. Virtual Practice only
I am passionate about helping clients understand their cognitive changes and cope after a diagnosis such as Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, stroke/aphasia, traumatic brain injury (TBI), cancer/chemotherapy, and other forms of dementia.
Have you and your partner been frustrated by having the same argument over and over again? Are you struggling to cope with anxiety, life transitions, or feeling overwhelmed by the stress of current events? Do you get triggered by things in your environment that remind you of a stressful past event? If this sounds like you, then you have come to the right place. My approach to therapy is warm, compassionate, and nonjudgemental. I strive to help clients utilize their strengths and improve their coping using evidence-based practices.
I am passionate about helping clients understand their cognitive changes and cope after a diagnosis such as Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, stroke/aphasia, traumatic brain injury (TBI), cancer/chemotherapy, and other forms of dementia.
Have you and your partner been frustrated by having the same argument over and over again? Are you struggling to cope with anxiety, life transitions, or feeling overwhelmed by the stress of current events? Do you get triggered by things in your environment that remind you of a stressful past event? If this sounds like you, then you have come to the right place. My approach to therapy is warm, compassionate, and nonjudgemental. I strive to help clients utilize their strengths and improve their coping using evidence-based practices.
Specializing in grief therapy, I have worked for over 25 years with adults and older adults facing life-changing circumstances.
Are you struggling or feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, depression, and grief and loss,?
Having difficulty managing your emotions, relationship issues, aging, transitions, or another challenge? Therapy is a journey to develop a deeper understanding of oneself. I can assist you in finding solutions and acceptance to the issues and stressors that cause you pain and suffering. I incorporate a strength-based, solution focused, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and mindful approach, which are effective in helping individuals gain insight and develop healthy coping skills to reduce symptoms. Medicare provider.
Specializing in grief therapy, I have worked for over 25 years with adults and older adults facing life-changing circumstances.
Are you struggling or feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, depression, and grief and loss,?
Having difficulty managing your emotions, relationship issues, aging, transitions, or another challenge? Therapy is a journey to develop a deeper understanding of oneself. I can assist you in finding solutions and acceptance to the issues and stressors that cause you pain and suffering. I incorporate a strength-based, solution focused, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and mindful approach, which are effective in helping individuals gain insight and develop healthy coping skills to reduce symptoms. Medicare provider.
Are you a caregiver of a loved one diagnosed with dementia? Are you going through multicultural family and relationship dynamics? Are you seeking support and guidance in your foster care or adoption journey? With my 18 years of experience with these considerations, I bring positive, genuine and sincere support to my clinical practice.
I utilize variety of approaches and interventions depending on each individual's specific needs. This includes CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic approach, Attachment based, Strength based, Play therapy, Trauma informed and Family systems. We can work together to come up with the best unique individual approach for therapy that serves your needs.
Are you a caregiver of a loved one diagnosed with dementia? Are you going through multicultural family and relationship dynamics? Are you seeking support and guidance in your foster care or adoption journey? With my 18 years of experience with these considerations, I bring positive, genuine and sincere support to my clinical practice.
I utilize variety of approaches and interventions depending on each individual's specific needs. This includes CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic approach, Attachment based, Strength based, Play therapy, Trauma informed and Family systems. We can work together to come up with the best unique individual approach for therapy that serves your needs.
I work with adults and older adults, specialize in anxiety, stress, addiction, recovery, and caregivers, using Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, to help my clients.
My approach to goal setting with clients is to work together, discuss where you are and where you want to be, with realistic expectations. We create a safe environment for us to establish trust.
I work with adults and older adults, specialize in anxiety, stress, addiction, recovery, and caregivers, using Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, to help my clients.
My approach to goal setting with clients is to work together, discuss where you are and where you want to be, with realistic expectations. We create a safe environment for us to establish trust.
Dr. Golzar Kouklan is a Neuropsychologist and Clinical Psychologist with 10 years of experience in the field. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Loyola University and went on to earn her doctorate in clinical psychology from the Midwestern University.
Dr. Golzar Kouklan is a Neuropsychologist and Clinical Psychologist with 10 years of experience in the field. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Loyola University and went on to earn her doctorate in clinical psychology from the Midwestern University.
Kelly Hutton, Autism and ADHD therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92102
Alongside my work with different neurotypes, I also have experience working with neurocognitive conditions, such as ALS, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and others.
Welcome! I specifically work with neurodiversity at my practice. Neurodiversity is a fancy way of saying that I work with all different brain types or "neurotypes" in my practice. I work with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Sensory Processing issues, among other neurotypes. I am a neurodivergent therapist myself, and my lived experience helps me to empathize and relate to my clients deeply. I take an affirming lens in my sessions, combating stigma and ableism, and assisting my clients to become more fully themselves. I am EMDR certified and trauma informed in my approach to therapy.
Alongside my work with different neurotypes, I also have experience working with neurocognitive conditions, such as ALS, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and others.
Welcome! I specifically work with neurodiversity at my practice. Neurodiversity is a fancy way of saying that I work with all different brain types or "neurotypes" in my practice. I work with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Sensory Processing issues, among other neurotypes. I am a neurodivergent therapist myself, and my lived experience helps me to empathize and relate to my clients deeply. I take an affirming lens in my sessions, combating stigma and ableism, and assisting my clients to become more fully themselves. I am EMDR certified and trauma informed in my approach to therapy.
Kelly Hutton, Grief Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92102
I specialize in working with neurocognitive disorders, such as ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease), Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, Alzheimer's, and others.
Welcome! I imagine you have found my profile because you are going through grief, illness or tragedy. I am glad you are here taking the first steps towards support. I specialize in working with grief, loss, end of life issues and chronic illness. Grief therapy can look many different ways, and I tailor the experience of therapy to my clients unique needs. My top priority is that you feel safe in therapy and have space to feel and express your grief openly. I use many modalities to assist my clients in working through grief, including EMDR therapy (eye movement therapy) which is an evidence based treatment for trauma and grief.
I specialize in working with neurocognitive disorders, such as ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease), Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, Alzheimer's, and others.
Welcome! I imagine you have found my profile because you are going through grief, illness or tragedy. I am glad you are here taking the first steps towards support. I specialize in working with grief, loss, end of life issues and chronic illness. Grief therapy can look many different ways, and I tailor the experience of therapy to my clients unique needs. My top priority is that you feel safe in therapy and have space to feel and express your grief openly. I use many modalities to assist my clients in working through grief, including EMDR therapy (eye movement therapy) which is an evidence based treatment for trauma and grief.
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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.