Dementia Therapists in Eldersburg, MD
Candice Arbesman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I have expertise working with older adults.
Not feeling like yourself? Did you or a loved one just get diagnosed with a life changing diagnosis? Are you the caregiver to an aging loved one? Are you feeling overwhelmed with so many thoughts? If you answered, YES, there is HOPE! I have experience working with individuals and families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, adjustment to new or chronic medical conditions’, caregiver burden, including end of life decisions. I am here to provide you empathic support and resources to help reach your desired goals.
I have expertise working with older adults.
Not feeling like yourself? Did you or a loved one just get diagnosed with a life changing diagnosis? Are you the caregiver to an aging loved one? Are you feeling overwhelmed with so many thoughts? If you answered, YES, there is HOPE! I have experience working with individuals and families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, adjustment to new or chronic medical conditions’, caregiver burden, including end of life decisions. I am here to provide you empathic support and resources to help reach your desired goals.
My ideal client is someone who may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure. They may struggle with anxiety, depression, self-harm, or suicidal ideations and need support navigating through those feelings. They need a safe and non-judgmental space to be fully seen and heard to unpack their experiences, gain insight into themselves, and explore healthier coping methods. Their goals may be focused on self-awareness, emotional regulation, and meaningful relationships. Ultimately, my client wants to feel more grounded and confident in who they are. They want to live a life with more clarity and authenticity.
My ideal client is someone who may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure. They may struggle with anxiety, depression, self-harm, or suicidal ideations and need support navigating through those feelings. They need a safe and non-judgmental space to be fully seen and heard to unpack their experiences, gain insight into themselves, and explore healthier coping methods. Their goals may be focused on self-awareness, emotional regulation, and meaningful relationships. Ultimately, my client wants to feel more grounded and confident in who they are. They want to live a life with more clarity and authenticity.
I have been a social worker for more than 30 years. I feel honored to do this work. It has been my experience that everyone wants and needs to feel loved. We want love from our parents, love from our partners and love from our friends. When we believe that we don't have love we look to find substitutes.(ie. money, substances, food, material things) Nothing we try to "do" makes us feel fulfilled. They last for a short time and then the feeling of unrest comes again. It is an endless cycle of looking and not finding the love we desire. You have always been loved and worthy.
I have been a social worker for more than 30 years. I feel honored to do this work. It has been my experience that everyone wants and needs to feel loved. We want love from our parents, love from our partners and love from our friends. When we believe that we don't have love we look to find substitutes.(ie. money, substances, food, material things) Nothing we try to "do" makes us feel fulfilled. They last for a short time and then the feeling of unrest comes again. It is an endless cycle of looking and not finding the love we desire. You have always been loved and worthy.
Carroll Counseling Ctrs - Mt. Airy And Eldersburg
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Life today is difficult with all the demands placed on us by our family, work and our own need to achieve. Add to this the emotional stress of family conflict, divorce, defiant children, an illness or death in the family, and you begin to understand why more and more people are seeking the help of mental health professionals.
Life today is difficult with all the demands placed on us by our family, work and our own need to achieve. Add to this the emotional stress of family conflict, divorce, defiant children, an illness or death in the family, and you begin to understand why more and more people are seeking the help of mental health professionals.
Accepting clients in person or virtual! I believe everyone has within them the strength, ability, and desire to fulfill his or her own potential. My job as a therapist is to help you to recognize, find, and unlock your inner strengths through the therapeutic and self-discovery process. If you or a loved one are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, impacted by a recent or prolonged trauma, or are just having difficulty navigating through the daily stresses of life, I can help. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe haven environment for your journey of self-discovery and growth. Telehealth Available
Accepting clients in person or virtual! I believe everyone has within them the strength, ability, and desire to fulfill his or her own potential. My job as a therapist is to help you to recognize, find, and unlock your inner strengths through the therapeutic and self-discovery process. If you or a loved one are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, impacted by a recent or prolonged trauma, or are just having difficulty navigating through the daily stresses of life, I can help. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe haven environment for your journey of self-discovery and growth. Telehealth Available
My ideal client presents depressive symptoms related to trauma & grief. They express that they want to process unresolved childhood issues. They express that the issues have prevented close relationships with their adult children. They want forgiveness and help in creating better ties. The goal may be to explore & resolve issues related to traumatic events and improve overall mood. Interventions may include sharing details of the event and how it has affected their relationships, using positive self-talk, developing positive coping skills, and identifying effective strategies to communicate thoughts and feelings.
My ideal client presents depressive symptoms related to trauma & grief. They express that they want to process unresolved childhood issues. They express that the issues have prevented close relationships with their adult children. They want forgiveness and help in creating better ties. The goal may be to explore & resolve issues related to traumatic events and improve overall mood. Interventions may include sharing details of the event and how it has affected their relationships, using positive self-talk, developing positive coping skills, and identifying effective strategies to communicate thoughts and feelings.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck in patterns of behavior or thinking that have been with them for years, often unconsciously influencing their relationships and sense of self. They may struggle with feelings of anxiety, depression, or dissatisfaction in their personal or professional lives, often wondering why they repeat the same unfulfilling cycles. They might find themselves grappling with unresolved past experiences, particularly those involving early attachment, that continue to shape how they relate to others. Their needs are deep, seeking relief from symptoms and a deeper understanding of their inner world.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck in patterns of behavior or thinking that have been with them for years, often unconsciously influencing their relationships and sense of self. They may struggle with feelings of anxiety, depression, or dissatisfaction in their personal or professional lives, often wondering why they repeat the same unfulfilling cycles. They might find themselves grappling with unresolved past experiences, particularly those involving early attachment, that continue to shape how they relate to others. Their needs are deep, seeking relief from symptoms and a deeper understanding of their inner world.
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I specialize in working with adults with cognitive impairment, including Alzheimer's and Dementia, Autism, or intellectual disabilities.
Art therapy is well suited to address the needs of those whose verbal abilities are insufficient to express one's emotions. I focus on the holistic wellness of my clients, teaching them important life skills and coping mechanisms for the challenges we all face.
I specialize in working with adults with cognitive impairment, including Alzheimer's and Dementia, Autism, or intellectual disabilities.
Art therapy is well suited to address the needs of those whose verbal abilities are insufficient to express one's emotions. I focus on the holistic wellness of my clients, teaching them important life skills and coping mechanisms for the challenges we all face.
You deserve to experience a sense of well-being and live the life you choose. I will work with you to help you experience increased calm, reduced stress and strengthened problem-solving skills. I aim to help you boost your self-care toolbox, reducing your anxiety and increasing your sense of well-being and resiliency. I incorporate my knowledge and skills developed through my training as a: care partner supporting persons living with dementia, PhD sociologist, Reiki Master, and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP).
You deserve to experience a sense of well-being and live the life you choose. I will work with you to help you experience increased calm, reduced stress and strengthened problem-solving skills. I aim to help you boost your self-care toolbox, reducing your anxiety and increasing your sense of well-being and resiliency. I incorporate my knowledge and skills developed through my training as a: care partner supporting persons living with dementia, PhD sociologist, Reiki Master, and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP).
I primarily assist clients in coping with cognitive changes (e.g., a dementia diagnosis), life transitions, depression, anxiety, caregiver strain, trauma (e.g., Post-Traumatic Stress, Military Sexual Trauma), and grief/ bereavement.
All too often, practitioners group people aged 18 and above under the umbrella of “adults” and have not received specialized training for treating clients above the age of 65. However, the needs and life experiences of an 18-year-old are vastly different from those of a 65-year-old. I specialize in working with older adults for psychotherapy and assessment.
I primarily assist clients in coping with cognitive changes (e.g., a dementia diagnosis), life transitions, depression, anxiety, caregiver strain, trauma (e.g., Post-Traumatic Stress, Military Sexual Trauma), and grief/ bereavement.
All too often, practitioners group people aged 18 and above under the umbrella of “adults” and have not received specialized training for treating clients above the age of 65. However, the needs and life experiences of an 18-year-old are vastly different from those of a 65-year-old. I specialize in working with older adults for psychotherapy and assessment.
I also conduct neuropsychological assessments to evaluate the extent and potential causes of thinking problems like poorer memory or worse attention; and I provide cognitive rehabilitation to help identify strengths and cope with their thinking problems.
If you are experiencing challenges in your relationship, you are not alone. Resilient, loving relationships require intention and skill, and I would love to help. Together, we will learn to change unhelpful relationship beliefs, appreciate differences, deepen intimacy and safety, and communicate more openly.
I also conduct neuropsychological assessments to evaluate the extent and potential causes of thinking problems like poorer memory or worse attention; and I provide cognitive rehabilitation to help identify strengths and cope with their thinking problems.
If you are experiencing challenges in your relationship, you are not alone. Resilient, loving relationships require intention and skill, and I would love to help. Together, we will learn to change unhelpful relationship beliefs, appreciate differences, deepen intimacy and safety, and communicate more openly.
Neuropsychological Evaluations for Autism, Dementia, immigration, disability, workers comp, accommodations, therapy animal, ADHD, etc.
Dual trained in clinical psychology and I/O psychology, I help my clients gain the understanding they need to create self awareness, undo dysfunctional habits, detach from trauma & live fulfilled lives with love & hope. You may be struggling with past trauma, complex relationships, amidst a life transition, a career change, living with mental illness or, caretaking a loved one with mental illness. You may want to talk through your experiences or to strategize. This may be exactly what you need to make that world of difference.
Neuropsychological Evaluations for Autism, Dementia, immigration, disability, workers comp, accommodations, therapy animal, ADHD, etc.
Dual trained in clinical psychology and I/O psychology, I help my clients gain the understanding they need to create self awareness, undo dysfunctional habits, detach from trauma & live fulfilled lives with love & hope. You may be struggling with past trauma, complex relationships, amidst a life transition, a career change, living with mental illness or, caretaking a loved one with mental illness. You may want to talk through your experiences or to strategize. This may be exactly what you need to make that world of difference.
Last year, I lost my father, a Vietnam Veteran, due to complications of Alzheimer’s.
Teletherapy has been around for 20+ years & is highly successful. Advantages include: 1. Anytime, Anywhere. 2. No driving or childcare needed. 3. No waiting rooms. 4. Less stress because you pick the place most comfortable room for you to talk. 5. No running into others at the office. 6. You avoid bad weather, traffic/car accidents, & exposure to illness.
Last year, I lost my father, a Vietnam Veteran, due to complications of Alzheimer’s.
Teletherapy has been around for 20+ years & is highly successful. Advantages include: 1. Anytime, Anywhere. 2. No driving or childcare needed. 3. No waiting rooms. 4. Less stress because you pick the place most comfortable room for you to talk. 5. No running into others at the office. 6. You avoid bad weather, traffic/car accidents, & exposure to illness.
We specialize in mental health support for older adults, providing compassionate care that meets you where you are in life.
Our licensed geriatric therapists offer one-on-one and group therapy sessions tailored to address the emotional, mental, and social needs of older adults. We use evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness to foster resilience, build coping strategies, and promote well-being.
We specialize in mental health support for older adults, providing compassionate care that meets you where you are in life.
Our licensed geriatric therapists offer one-on-one and group therapy sessions tailored to address the emotional, mental, and social needs of older adults. We use evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness to foster resilience, build coping strategies, and promote well-being.
I have over 20 years of experience with all age groups in areas of Aging, Dementia, Caregiving, Adoption, School Services, Clinic based Therapy, Parenting and Residential Treatment.
I wanted to bring my knowledge into the private practice realm so I could help a variety of clients. My style is open and fluid based on what your needs are and every client is different. I work through cognitive behavioral, motivational, psychoeducational, and trauma focused perspectives.
I have over 20 years of experience with all age groups in areas of Aging, Dementia, Caregiving, Adoption, School Services, Clinic based Therapy, Parenting and Residential Treatment.
I wanted to bring my knowledge into the private practice realm so I could help a variety of clients. My style is open and fluid based on what your needs are and every client is different. I work through cognitive behavioral, motivational, psychoeducational, and trauma focused perspectives.
I offer a broad range of services for children through older adults and I enjoy working with individuals as well as couples and families to improve mental health, relationships, and daily life.
I use my understanding of the relationship between the brain and behavior as a foundation for approaching therapy. My extensive neuropsychological and rehabilitation experience are woven into my treatment sessions using Neuropsychologically Informed Strategic Therapy (NIST) along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to support my clients and families.
I offer a broad range of services for children through older adults and I enjoy working with individuals as well as couples and families to improve mental health, relationships, and daily life.
I use my understanding of the relationship between the brain and behavior as a foundation for approaching therapy. My extensive neuropsychological and rehabilitation experience are woven into my treatment sessions using Neuropsychologically Informed Strategic Therapy (NIST) along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to support my clients and families.
In addition to offering psychotherapy, I have a speciality in cognitive assessment of older adults, both for informational purposes and to determine whether guardianship may be an option.
I am a dedicated clinical psychologist currently offering virtual consultations in my private practice. I have over 25 years of experience working with people from diverse backgrounds. As part of my formal education, I earned a PhD in Clinical Psychology from George Washington University. My undergraduate degree in English is from Penn. During sessions, I put my patients' comfort first, and try to create a safe, non-judgmental space to help people open up about their struggles. I also offer realistic treatment plans that match individual preferences, goals, and lifestyles.
In addition to offering psychotherapy, I have a speciality in cognitive assessment of older adults, both for informational purposes and to determine whether guardianship may be an option.
I am a dedicated clinical psychologist currently offering virtual consultations in my private practice. I have over 25 years of experience working with people from diverse backgrounds. As part of my formal education, I earned a PhD in Clinical Psychology from George Washington University. My undergraduate degree in English is from Penn. During sessions, I put my patients' comfort first, and try to create a safe, non-judgmental space to help people open up about their struggles. I also offer realistic treatment plans that match individual preferences, goals, and lifestyles.
I have been there, as a mom with an adult child coping with autoimmune illness, and years of social work with older adults and their caregivers.
Caring for others while trying to care for yourself can be one of the toughest challenges. If you are caring for a parent, spouse, child, or other loved one with medical conditions and complex needs, you may feel isolated, exhausted, overwhelmed, and unappreciated. You may even have your own health issues to manage on top of it all. Finding time for yourself is essential, but often seems impossible. Others may have unrealistic expectations and judgments they put on you. Endless medical appointments and things to remember can leave you feeling depleted at the end of the day.
I have been there, as a mom with an adult child coping with autoimmune illness, and years of social work with older adults and their caregivers.
Caring for others while trying to care for yourself can be one of the toughest challenges. If you are caring for a parent, spouse, child, or other loved one with medical conditions and complex needs, you may feel isolated, exhausted, overwhelmed, and unappreciated. You may even have your own health issues to manage on top of it all. Finding time for yourself is essential, but often seems impossible. Others may have unrealistic expectations and judgments they put on you. Endless medical appointments and things to remember can leave you feeling depleted at the end of the day.
I am happy to provide therapy to all ages, from small children to adolescents, older adults, individuals, couples, and families.
I am dedicated to strengthening emotional, mental, spiritual health and well being. I strive to provide the highest quality of professional and ethical services to all of my clients. Supporting you to achieve your therapeutic goals is a ministry and true essence of our work together.
I am happy to provide therapy to all ages, from small children to adolescents, older adults, individuals, couples, and families.
I am dedicated to strengthening emotional, mental, spiritual health and well being. I strive to provide the highest quality of professional and ethical services to all of my clients. Supporting you to achieve your therapeutic goals is a ministry and true essence of our work together.
I also help caregivers of dementia navigate the unique challenges they face with my specialized training in neuropsychology.
I think of my practice as a magnifying glass, one that zooms in on feelings and beliefs that are daunting to examine but painfully hold us captive every day. Too often, we are left feeling cyclically, if not perpetually, disconnected, confused, stagnant, and dissatisfied. I strive to create a collaborative and compassionate space for you to access those vulnerable parts of yourself. I also believe in the power of relationships – ones we have with others and ourselves. In addition to examining your pains in relational terms across time, we will likely explore your needs and values and the realistic ways to fulfill and embody them.
I also help caregivers of dementia navigate the unique challenges they face with my specialized training in neuropsychology.
I think of my practice as a magnifying glass, one that zooms in on feelings and beliefs that are daunting to examine but painfully hold us captive every day. Too often, we are left feeling cyclically, if not perpetually, disconnected, confused, stagnant, and dissatisfied. I strive to create a collaborative and compassionate space for you to access those vulnerable parts of yourself. I also believe in the power of relationships – ones we have with others and ourselves. In addition to examining your pains in relational terms across time, we will likely explore your needs and values and the realistic ways to fulfill and embody them.
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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.