Nina M Poletika
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CT
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
415 Cambridge Ave, #12, Palo Alto, CA 94306
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Do you have a loved one with Alzheimer's or related dementia and are feeling overwhelmed? You are not alone. I specialize in helping caregivers (adult children or spouses) with their complex emotional reactions, ongoing loss & grief, and finding better ways to cope. Having a difficult time when trying to navigate cognitive decline is central to being a helping family member. Professionally, I am experienced and well trained. Personally, I have been on a similar journey with my own mother who had dementia for 10 years.
Couples counseling is another focus in my practice. Many people come to see me when they are no longer feeling heard by their partner. Often their sense of relating has been greatly diminished and they seek help to regain hope.
When working with a couple I encourage each partner to give their best effort to reorienting their relationship to each other. There are challenges in the process and it can take time. That being said, I have witnessed many couples find their way back to one another.
Call Nina M Poletika now for a free 15 minute consultation - (650) 276-5441
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 47770 Nina M Poletika
- In Practice for 16 Years
- Certificate from ADEC Certificate in Death Counseling / 2013
- Certificate from UCBerkeley Extension Program Certificate in Loss & Grief / 2011
- Attended Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, Graduated 2006
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. - (650) 276-5441
Nina M Poletika
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CT
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Dementia
- Marital and Premarital
- Family Conflict
Expertise
- Chronic Illness
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Stress
Do these issues align with your needs? - (650) 276-5441
Nina M Poletika
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CT
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Existential
- Family / Marital
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Relational
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. - (650) 276-5441
Nina M Poletika
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CT
Groups
Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Group
This group is open to anyone supporting a loved one with Alzheimer's or related dementias. The focus includes sharing and understnading common feelings, grief, and practical information and resources. Group members help one another to reduce their isolation and share their experiences and knowledge. You don't have to be alone on this journey.
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$40+
Group Meets
Every Mon 7 P.M. - 9 P.M.
Location
Private Practice Office
415 Cambridge Ave, Suite 12
Palo Alto, CA 94306
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Location
Primary Location
Private Practice
415 Cambridge Ave, #12
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 276-5441Nearby Areas
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Nina M Poletika
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CT