Dementia Therapists in Brooklyn, NY
Dr. Monika K. Herrera is a licensed NY and NJ psychologist proficient in English, Polish and Spanish. She earned her PsyD. at the Fairleigh Dickinson University and holds Master of Science degrees in both School Psychology and European Literature. Concurrent with her work in clinical practice, she has been an Independent Consulting Psychologist performing psychological evaluations requested by the courts for youths in care of detention services at Children's Village. Dr. Herrera specializes in working with people across the lifespan, from childhood through older adulthood.
Dr. Monika K. Herrera is a licensed NY and NJ psychologist proficient in English, Polish and Spanish. She earned her PsyD. at the Fairleigh Dickinson University and holds Master of Science degrees in both School Psychology and European Literature. Concurrent with her work in clinical practice, she has been an Independent Consulting Psychologist performing psychological evaluations requested by the courts for youths in care of detention services at Children's Village. Dr. Herrera specializes in working with people across the lifespan, from childhood through older adulthood.
I also work with patients diagnosed with diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases and their families.
My goal in working with you is to provide a safe/non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable sharing the issues that bother you. Life has a way of bringing us challenges that we are not always prepared for. It might be related to a medical condition, issues with family, or the loss of a loved one. Sometimes it is related to trying to be comfortable in the life we have built for ourselves and the expectations of the community we live in. We will work together to identify your personal goals and strengths as you develop a plan to manage these life issues.
I also work with patients diagnosed with diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases and their families.
My goal in working with you is to provide a safe/non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable sharing the issues that bother you. Life has a way of bringing us challenges that we are not always prepared for. It might be related to a medical condition, issues with family, or the loss of a loved one. Sometimes it is related to trying to be comfortable in the life we have built for ourselves and the expectations of the community we live in. We will work together to identify your personal goals and strengths as you develop a plan to manage these life issues.
Currently, after 15 years of working at the city outpatient mental health clinic I am very excited to open my own private practice providing a high quality of care using telehealth platforms. I have experience helping clients of different age groups and with various mental health issues. My ideal client is someone who suffers from depression/ anxiety/ bipolar disorders, has relationships issues or difficulties to cope with work, school or life transitions stressors. Also, I like to help immigrants adjusting to living in the USA, especially clients from the former Soviet Union. I am fluent in English and Russian languages.
Currently, after 15 years of working at the city outpatient mental health clinic I am very excited to open my own private practice providing a high quality of care using telehealth platforms. I have experience helping clients of different age groups and with various mental health issues. My ideal client is someone who suffers from depression/ anxiety/ bipolar disorders, has relationships issues or difficulties to cope with work, school or life transitions stressors. Also, I like to help immigrants adjusting to living in the USA, especially clients from the former Soviet Union. I am fluent in English and Russian languages.
I am a NY State licensed psychotherapist with a MSW from Columbia University. Since 2003, I have been helping individuals and families understand and manage anxiety, depression & other mood disorders, relationship and career challenges, life transitions, sexual & gender identity, family dynamics, chronic illness, grief & loss. Through a holistic, psychodynamic approach, I combine principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and stress management. I strive to help clients feel supported, contained and challenged to enhance their insight and coping skills, connect to their selves and values, and reach their goals.
I am a NY State licensed psychotherapist with a MSW from Columbia University. Since 2003, I have been helping individuals and families understand and manage anxiety, depression & other mood disorders, relationship and career challenges, life transitions, sexual & gender identity, family dynamics, chronic illness, grief & loss. Through a holistic, psychodynamic approach, I combine principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and stress management. I strive to help clients feel supported, contained and challenged to enhance their insight and coping skills, connect to their selves and values, and reach their goals.
Wayne believes therapy serves as a catalyst for change, growth, and finding meaning/purpose in day-to-day life. Wayne works to integrate holistic wellness (e.g., mind, body, and spirit) to his practice, and incorporates person-centered/identity-centric modalities. Wayne specializes in working with adults, LGBTQ+ issues, anxiety, depression, relationships, sleep, providing trauma-informed care, and individuals navigating life transitions. Wayne received a Masters of Education in Higher Education and Student Affairs from Iowa State University and a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Teachers College, Columbia University.
Wayne believes therapy serves as a catalyst for change, growth, and finding meaning/purpose in day-to-day life. Wayne works to integrate holistic wellness (e.g., mind, body, and spirit) to his practice, and incorporates person-centered/identity-centric modalities. Wayne specializes in working with adults, LGBTQ+ issues, anxiety, depression, relationships, sleep, providing trauma-informed care, and individuals navigating life transitions. Wayne received a Masters of Education in Higher Education and Student Affairs from Iowa State University and a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Teachers College, Columbia University.
I am a therapist who strives to create a safe space for my clients to freely express themselves. I provide a judgment-free environment to facilitate clients’ self-exploration, self-expression, and growth.
I am a therapist who strives to create a safe space for my clients to freely express themselves. I provide a judgment-free environment to facilitate clients’ self-exploration, self-expression, and growth.
Finding the right therapist can be frustrating and challenging! Hopefully, I can make your search a little easier. With a warm, empathetic, humanistic approach, I provide the judgment-free, trusting environment necessary to explore vulnerabilities and foster healing. I work with a diverse client base including people of various ages, backgrounds, and mental health diagnoses. I have advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and I’m also well-versed in cognitive, mindfulness, and psychodynamic methods.
Finding the right therapist can be frustrating and challenging! Hopefully, I can make your search a little easier. With a warm, empathetic, humanistic approach, I provide the judgment-free, trusting environment necessary to explore vulnerabilities and foster healing. I work with a diverse client base including people of various ages, backgrounds, and mental health diagnoses. I have advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and I’m also well-versed in cognitive, mindfulness, and psychodynamic methods.
I am a licensed social worker and have been in practice for over 15 years. I have experience working with a variety of backgrounds and cultures, from mental health to the geriatric population. My holistic focus is on helping people work through issues that are preventing them from becoming better selves. Using a nonjudgmental approach, all are welcome, together we will work through negative beliefs and get to the root of whatever it may be, freeing you to live your life the way you choose.
I am a licensed social worker and have been in practice for over 15 years. I have experience working with a variety of backgrounds and cultures, from mental health to the geriatric population. My holistic focus is on helping people work through issues that are preventing them from becoming better selves. Using a nonjudgmental approach, all are welcome, together we will work through negative beliefs and get to the root of whatever it may be, freeing you to live your life the way you choose.
I am compassionate and dedicated to supporting individuals and families on their journey toward mental and emotional well-being. I got my MSW from Fordham University and an LMSW after over 20 years of experience in the radiology field in a hospital setting. I witnessed the profound mind-body connection firsthand, which led to a call to help individuals with mental and behavioral issues. I believe that this unique combination of medical knowledge and therapeutic expertise positions helps to provide holistic and informed care
I am compassionate and dedicated to supporting individuals and families on their journey toward mental and emotional well-being. I got my MSW from Fordham University and an LMSW after over 20 years of experience in the radiology field in a hospital setting. I witnessed the profound mind-body connection firsthand, which led to a call to help individuals with mental and behavioral issues. I believe that this unique combination of medical knowledge and therapeutic expertise positions helps to provide holistic and informed care
Whether you are experiencing the loss of a loved one, anxiety during a life transition, or would like to improve your interpersonal relationships, I am here to support while we collaboratively find solutions. I believe in your resiliency and ability to withstand challenges and stressors in life. Reaching out to find help is a significant first step that showcases desire for change! I have experience working with individuals experiencing grief and have provided individual and group therapy to children and adults who have experienced a loss. Also, I have worked extensively with adults of varying abilities to develop self-advocacy.
Whether you are experiencing the loss of a loved one, anxiety during a life transition, or would like to improve your interpersonal relationships, I am here to support while we collaboratively find solutions. I believe in your resiliency and ability to withstand challenges and stressors in life. Reaching out to find help is a significant first step that showcases desire for change! I have experience working with individuals experiencing grief and have provided individual and group therapy to children and adults who have experienced a loss. Also, I have worked extensively with adults of varying abilities to develop self-advocacy.
I specialize in working with adults and older adults with difficulties managing stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, spirituality, existentialism, life transitions, grief, and aging.
Are you ready to live more authentically and fully embrace the experience of being human?
Welcome — I’m Sydne, a therapist supporting individuals in NY and NJ who are motivated and curious about looking inward.
We'd be a great fit if:
You are wanting to explore who you are on a deeper level or wanting to grow/evolve in healthy ways,
you are eager to heal from past traumas and better understand the dynamics/roles you find yourself in today,
and/or you feel it would be helpful to have a dedicated safe space to process the intense level of baseline stress from being a human in 2025.
I specialize in working with adults and older adults with difficulties managing stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, spirituality, existentialism, life transitions, grief, and aging.
Are you ready to live more authentically and fully embrace the experience of being human?
Welcome — I’m Sydne, a therapist supporting individuals in NY and NJ who are motivated and curious about looking inward.
We'd be a great fit if:
You are wanting to explore who you are on a deeper level or wanting to grow/evolve in healthy ways,
you are eager to heal from past traumas and better understand the dynamics/roles you find yourself in today,
and/or you feel it would be helpful to have a dedicated safe space to process the intense level of baseline stress from being a human in 2025.
Do you ever let your anxiety get in the way of achieving the joy or productivity you want? Do you feel stuck? We cannot change what we are not aware of, therefore exploring the roots of our suffering allows us to have the opportunity to create positive change in order to have a better future. I aim to help my patients find awareness of their own suffering and individual ways to lean into it in order to ultimately work on letting go of what is no longer serving them. I cater individually to each and every patient often honing in on strengths-based and solution-oriented perspectives.
Do you ever let your anxiety get in the way of achieving the joy or productivity you want? Do you feel stuck? We cannot change what we are not aware of, therefore exploring the roots of our suffering allows us to have the opportunity to create positive change in order to have a better future. I aim to help my patients find awareness of their own suffering and individual ways to lean into it in order to ultimately work on letting go of what is no longer serving them. I cater individually to each and every patient often honing in on strengths-based and solution-oriented perspectives.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in NY and NJ. I have been providing individual, family, and couple’s therapy and psychological/neuropsychological evaluation in English and Japanese for over 20 years. I have worked with children and adults with a broad range of mental health (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism, addiction, & PTSD), medical/neurological conditions, and complex family problems involving family law. I have been working as a supervising psychologist and served as a director of Mobile Crisis Service in Comprehensive Psychiatry Emergency Department at New York Health + Hospitals for many years.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in NY and NJ. I have been providing individual, family, and couple’s therapy and psychological/neuropsychological evaluation in English and Japanese for over 20 years. I have worked with children and adults with a broad range of mental health (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism, addiction, & PTSD), medical/neurological conditions, and complex family problems involving family law. I have been working as a supervising psychologist and served as a director of Mobile Crisis Service in Comprehensive Psychiatry Emergency Department at New York Health + Hospitals for many years.
Are you holding it all together on the outside—while quietly falling apart inside?
You show up for your work, your relationships, your responsibilities. You’re accomplished, capable, creative. But it’s taking a toll. Maybe you feel burnt out, disconnected, anxious, or like you’ve lost touch with something essential inside you. The old coping strategies aren’t cutting it anymore—and part of you knows it’s time for a different kind of support.
I work with high-functioning, sensitive people who carry a lot—creatives, caregivers, professionals—who long to feel more grounded, alive, and at home in their lives.
Are you holding it all together on the outside—while quietly falling apart inside?
You show up for your work, your relationships, your responsibilities. You’re accomplished, capable, creative. But it’s taking a toll. Maybe you feel burnt out, disconnected, anxious, or like you’ve lost touch with something essential inside you. The old coping strategies aren’t cutting it anymore—and part of you knows it’s time for a different kind of support.
I work with high-functioning, sensitive people who carry a lot—creatives, caregivers, professionals—who long to feel more grounded, alive, and at home in their lives.
While much of my work has focused on older adults, caregivers, and families facing Alzheimer’s and dementia, I work with clients across a wide spectrum of ages.
I take an integrative approach to therapy—drawing from CBT, DBT, EFT, IFS, narrative therapy, somatic practices, and parts work. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all model, but aim to incorporate various modalities to meet your individual needs and goals.
While much of my work has focused on older adults, caregivers, and families facing Alzheimer’s and dementia, I work with clients across a wide spectrum of ages.
I take an integrative approach to therapy—drawing from CBT, DBT, EFT, IFS, narrative therapy, somatic practices, and parts work. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all model, but aim to incorporate various modalities to meet your individual needs and goals.
You need an affirming, honest and collaborative therapist. You deserve to connect with the therapist that is right for you.
You need an affirming, honest and collaborative therapist. You deserve to connect with the therapist that is right for you.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you have a challenging relationship with someone you care about? Maybe your parents, your spouse or any other family member? Sometimes our closest relationships can be the most difficult ones to navigate. Your future depends on what you do now.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you have a challenging relationship with someone you care about? Maybe your parents, your spouse or any other family member? Sometimes our closest relationships can be the most difficult ones to navigate. Your future depends on what you do now.
Clara is a dedicated therapist who provides a warm, compassionate, and supportive space for individuals seeking growth and healing. Sessions with Clara involve exploring clients’ thoughts and emotions with curiosity and kindness. She helps her clients identify patterns that may be holding them back while also equipping them with practical tools to manage difficult emotions. Whether they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply looking to deepen their self-awareness, Clara supports her clients in moving forward with clarity and confidence.
Clara is a dedicated therapist who provides a warm, compassionate, and supportive space for individuals seeking growth and healing. Sessions with Clara involve exploring clients’ thoughts and emotions with curiosity and kindness. She helps her clients identify patterns that may be holding them back while also equipping them with practical tools to manage difficult emotions. Whether they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply looking to deepen their self-awareness, Clara supports her clients in moving forward with clarity and confidence.
Alexae is grounded in the belief everything is relational and views creativity as a vital tool for resilience. Drawing from human-centered therapy, attachment theory and psychoanalytic principles, she strives to create a space of mutuality and trust where insight and transformation can unfold
Alexae is grounded in the belief everything is relational and views creativity as a vital tool for resilience. Drawing from human-centered therapy, attachment theory and psychoanalytic principles, she strives to create a space of mutuality and trust where insight and transformation can unfold
Helping individuals understand different stages as we conquer society, personal and work related challenges to help create a clearer picture of how we can be our best self and glow from the inside out. My goal is to create that space for individuals to be their most authentic self and a holistically minded practice that uses anti-oppressive lens.
Helping individuals understand different stages as we conquer society, personal and work related challenges to help create a clearer picture of how we can be our best self and glow from the inside out. My goal is to create that space for individuals to be their most authentic self and a holistically minded practice that uses anti-oppressive lens.
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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.