Dementia Therapists in New York, NY
Areas of clinical interest include dementia, seizure disorders, stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, ADHD, and learning disorders.
As a clinical neuropsychologist, it is my goal to understand the relationship between the brain and cognitive/behavioral functioning. I work with patients with a variety of neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders to help with diagnostic clarification based on the findings of a comprehensive evaluation. The evaluation incorporates information gathered from a clinical interview with the patient (and at times an accompanying family member), responses on emotional/behavioral questionnaires, and performance on standardized cognitive measures.
Areas of clinical interest include dementia, seizure disorders, stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, ADHD, and learning disorders.
As a clinical neuropsychologist, it is my goal to understand the relationship between the brain and cognitive/behavioral functioning. I work with patients with a variety of neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders to help with diagnostic clarification based on the findings of a comprehensive evaluation. The evaluation incorporates information gathered from a clinical interview with the patient (and at times an accompanying family member), responses on emotional/behavioral questionnaires, and performance on standardized cognitive measures.
Grey Matter Neuropsychology of New York
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP-CN
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003
As a lifespan neuropsychologist I work with patients ages 5 years up through 85+ who have developmental, neurologic, and psychiatric conditions affecting their cognitive functioning (i.e., attention, learning/ memory, etc.), behavior, and/or mood. My practice provides neuropsychological, psychological, and psychoeducational evaluations. In general, exams include a clinical interview, testing, and a record review. Neuropsychological exams can be brief (3 to 4 hours) or more comprehensive (6 to 10 hours) depending on the reason for referral/consultation. Please contact me for additional information.
As a lifespan neuropsychologist I work with patients ages 5 years up through 85+ who have developmental, neurologic, and psychiatric conditions affecting their cognitive functioning (i.e., attention, learning/ memory, etc.), behavior, and/or mood. My practice provides neuropsychological, psychological, and psychoeducational evaluations. In general, exams include a clinical interview, testing, and a record review. Neuropsychological exams can be brief (3 to 4 hours) or more comprehensive (6 to 10 hours) depending on the reason for referral/consultation. Please contact me for additional information.
Ellen S. Daniels
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
If a family member, spouse/partner, or friend has been diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), Alzheimer's disease, or another form of dementia, you may understandably feel terrified.
Why do people seek therapy? Usually it's because they're feeling dissatisfied, anxious, or depressed--and it's becoming difficult to cope. Do you feel stuck in a relationship or work situation? Struggling with life transitions: marriage, divorce, pregnancy/infertility, parenting, career change, becoming an in-law, serious illness, aging parents? If you'd like to change your life, I can help you understand what's getting in the way. Working together in a safe, nonjudgmental space, we can help you find the solutions you're seeking.
If a family member, spouse/partner, or friend has been diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), Alzheimer's disease, or another form of dementia, you may understandably feel terrified.
Why do people seek therapy? Usually it's because they're feeling dissatisfied, anxious, or depressed--and it's becoming difficult to cope. Do you feel stuck in a relationship or work situation? Struggling with life transitions: marriage, divorce, pregnancy/infertility, parenting, career change, becoming an in-law, serious illness, aging parents? If you'd like to change your life, I can help you understand what's getting in the way. Working together in a safe, nonjudgmental space, we can help you find the solutions you're seeking.
In addition to conducting diagnostic evaluations, I offer education to adults and older adults on behavioral and lifestyle factors geared toward supporting healthy brain aging and lowering risk of cognitive decline, as well as targeted, multimodal interventions with an emphasis on optimizing daily functioning and overall quality of life.
I am a board-eligible clinical neuropsychologist who specializes in comprehensive neuropsychological assessments for adults and older adults (geriatrics). I have extensive experience working with various neurological populations, including traumatic brain injury, cerebrovascular injury, cognitive aging, and Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
In addition to conducting diagnostic evaluations, I offer education to adults and older adults on behavioral and lifestyle factors geared toward supporting healthy brain aging and lowering risk of cognitive decline, as well as targeted, multimodal interventions with an emphasis on optimizing daily functioning and overall quality of life.
I am a board-eligible clinical neuropsychologist who specializes in comprehensive neuropsychological assessments for adults and older adults (geriatrics). I have extensive experience working with various neurological populations, including traumatic brain injury, cerebrovascular injury, cognitive aging, and Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
Sakinah Townsend
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10018 (Online Only)
I focus on addressing mental health concerns related to dementia, including depression, anxiety, and changes in mood, behavior, or personality.
I am Sakinah Townsend, a licensed social worker with over 14 years of experience in behavioral health. I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals living with neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia, providing compassionate counseling and psychotherapy to both patients and their caregivers as they navigate the emotional challenges that come with these conditions.
I focus on addressing mental health concerns related to dementia, including depression, anxiety, and changes in mood, behavior, or personality.
I am Sakinah Townsend, a licensed social worker with over 14 years of experience in behavioral health. I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals living with neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia, providing compassionate counseling and psychotherapy to both patients and their caregivers as they navigate the emotional challenges that come with these conditions.
Jenn Friedman
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10007 (Online Only)
I have specialized training working with dementia patients and their families.
I am a Mental Health Counselor with a Masters Degree in Counseling from Goldsmiths University of London where I trained in psychodynamic therapy. I also hold a Mental Health Counseling Advanced Graduate Certificate from the University at Buffalo and a certification in Creative Arts and Health from the New School for Social Research. I have facilitated music, writing, skill-building and discussion groups with a variety of populations. I am the author of Veganism and Eating Disorder Recovery (Routledge), a book which explores the discourse about veganism and eating disorders.
I have specialized training working with dementia patients and their families.
I am a Mental Health Counselor with a Masters Degree in Counseling from Goldsmiths University of London where I trained in psychodynamic therapy. I also hold a Mental Health Counseling Advanced Graduate Certificate from the University at Buffalo and a certification in Creative Arts and Health from the New School for Social Research. I have facilitated music, writing, skill-building and discussion groups with a variety of populations. I am the author of Veganism and Eating Disorder Recovery (Routledge), a book which explores the discourse about veganism and eating disorders.
My strengths as a therapist lie in my decades of experience as a researcher in the field of psychology, particularly in issues concerning aging and caregiving for older adults.
Caregiving for a loved one as they face the challenges of aging can be rewarding, but also tiring. If you find that you're putting yourself last, having trouble sleeping, having difficulty concentrating, or feeling overwhelmed, you may be experiencing caregiver burnout. Fortunately, I'm here to help you through your journey as a caregiver. Together, we can bring a sense of control back to your life as you tackle this role. We can work on building a self-care routine, learning when and how to ask for help, and how to cope with the stresses that caregivers commonly face.
My strengths as a therapist lie in my decades of experience as a researcher in the field of psychology, particularly in issues concerning aging and caregiving for older adults.
Caregiving for a loved one as they face the challenges of aging can be rewarding, but also tiring. If you find that you're putting yourself last, having trouble sleeping, having difficulty concentrating, or feeling overwhelmed, you may be experiencing caregiver burnout. Fortunately, I'm here to help you through your journey as a caregiver. Together, we can bring a sense of control back to your life as you tackle this role. We can work on building a self-care routine, learning when and how to ask for help, and how to cope with the stresses that caregivers commonly face.
Areas of expertise include Autism, ADHD, Alzheimer's Disorder, Dementia, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, and many other neurological issues.
When conducting neuropsychological testing, my mission is to provide a warm and caring environment and to see the complete person so that you leave feeling like you have been heard. As a trained neuropsychologist I understand neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as attention and learning difficulties and how they affect abilities. Psychological/neuropsychological evaluations include assessment of all brain functioning, academic performance, language, and social/emotional development. My aim is to help determine how you or your child are functioning now and how to best help you move forward.
Areas of expertise include Autism, ADHD, Alzheimer's Disorder, Dementia, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, and many other neurological issues.
When conducting neuropsychological testing, my mission is to provide a warm and caring environment and to see the complete person so that you leave feeling like you have been heard. As a trained neuropsychologist I understand neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as attention and learning difficulties and how they affect abilities. Psychological/neuropsychological evaluations include assessment of all brain functioning, academic performance, language, and social/emotional development. My aim is to help determine how you or your child are functioning now and how to best help you move forward.
I evaluate individuals with neurological conditions (stroke, dementia, brain injury, hydrocephalus), complex medical comorbidities (infectious diseases, autoimmune disorders, chronic pain), neurodevelopmental disorders (learning disorders, ADHD), and psychiatric disorders.
Many conditions can affect our cognition, interfering with skills such as learning, memory, attention, problem solving, planning, or processing information. Neuropsychology is focused on understanding how brain health impacts cognition and behavior and using that information to make or clarify a diagnosis, develop an appropriate treatment plan, and/or monitor cognitive abilities over time.
I evaluate individuals with neurological conditions (stroke, dementia, brain injury, hydrocephalus), complex medical comorbidities (infectious diseases, autoimmune disorders, chronic pain), neurodevelopmental disorders (learning disorders, ADHD), and psychiatric disorders.
Many conditions can affect our cognition, interfering with skills such as learning, memory, attention, problem solving, planning, or processing information. Neuropsychology is focused on understanding how brain health impacts cognition and behavior and using that information to make or clarify a diagnosis, develop an appropriate treatment plan, and/or monitor cognitive abilities over time.
Cindy L Breitman Phd Board Certified
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP-CN
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10018
Evaluation involves paper/pencil tests, puzzles, & questions to measure brain functions: memory, language, learning, attention, planning, organization, motor skills, executive, processing speed, intellect & emotions.
I am a board certified clinical neuropsychologist. My specialty is clinical & forensic neuropsychological evaluation across the lifespan. Assessment involves an in-depth understanding of the effects of neurological and neurodevelopmental conditions on brain functioning. The goal is to see you, not the disorder, & to understand how the condition affects you, determine intervention & treatment needs, & enhance your quality of life. Please note, this is an assessment service. I am not providing therapy though I will make appropriate & targeted recommendations based on the findings so that targeted treatment occurs.
Evaluation involves paper/pencil tests, puzzles, & questions to measure brain functions: memory, language, learning, attention, planning, organization, motor skills, executive, processing speed, intellect & emotions.
I am a board certified clinical neuropsychologist. My specialty is clinical & forensic neuropsychological evaluation across the lifespan. Assessment involves an in-depth understanding of the effects of neurological and neurodevelopmental conditions on brain functioning. The goal is to see you, not the disorder, & to understand how the condition affects you, determine intervention & treatment needs, & enhance your quality of life. Please note, this is an assessment service. I am not providing therapy though I will make appropriate & targeted recommendations based on the findings so that targeted treatment occurs.
Melissa Andrea Abreu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10032 (Online Only)
The clients I work with are as diverse as the city we live in; from adolescents to older adults, my focus is on treating complex trauma, anxiety, and depression. Clients come to me with the intention to heal, and liberate themselves from the cycles that have kept them in a place of insecurity.
The clients I work with are as diverse as the city we live in; from adolescents to older adults, my focus is on treating complex trauma, anxiety, and depression. Clients come to me with the intention to heal, and liberate themselves from the cycles that have kept them in a place of insecurity.
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The families I work with are dealing with caring for an aging or disabled relative. Often the issue is that their loved one can no longer function independently due to physical weakness or cognitive problems due to dementia or Alzheimer's Disease. The precipitating factor is often a hospitalization and rehabilitation in a facility. The family is at a loss as to how much care will be needed upon discharge, what will Medicare pay for, and where will the home care workers come from. I also work with individuals with early Alzheimer's Disease, who need different kinds of services, which is also very stressful for the family.
The families I work with are dealing with caring for an aging or disabled relative. Often the issue is that their loved one can no longer function independently due to physical weakness or cognitive problems due to dementia or Alzheimer's Disease. The precipitating factor is often a hospitalization and rehabilitation in a facility. The family is at a loss as to how much care will be needed upon discharge, what will Medicare pay for, and where will the home care workers come from. I also work with individuals with early Alzheimer's Disease, who need different kinds of services, which is also very stressful for the family.
As Founder and Clinical Supervisor, I oversee a full-service mental health practice that provides a broad range of clinical services, including neuropsychological testing, psychotherapy/counseling, medication consultation, psychological assessment, and executive coaching. Neuropsychological evaluations include: memory, ADHD, autism, learning disorders, standardized test accommodations (GRE, LSAT, SAT), and concussion/TBI. Forensic services include: expert testimony, Independent Medical Evaluations (IME). I also provide consultative services for the players and their families of the NBA and intercollegiate athletes.
As Founder and Clinical Supervisor, I oversee a full-service mental health practice that provides a broad range of clinical services, including neuropsychological testing, psychotherapy/counseling, medication consultation, psychological assessment, and executive coaching. Neuropsychological evaluations include: memory, ADHD, autism, learning disorders, standardized test accommodations (GRE, LSAT, SAT), and concussion/TBI. Forensic services include: expert testimony, Independent Medical Evaluations (IME). I also provide consultative services for the players and their families of the NBA and intercollegiate athletes.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with training and expertise in treating a wide range of conditions. I am a dedicated professional with over ten years of extensive experience working with clients who are struggling with post-traumatic stress, mood disorders (including depression and anxiety), the after effects of sexual assault trauma, natural disasters, and military/veteran experiences, cognitive decline due to aging and dementia, grief and loss, and caregiver stress. Throughout my career I have worked with many special populations. I have extensive personal and professional experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with training and expertise in treating a wide range of conditions. I am a dedicated professional with over ten years of extensive experience working with clients who are struggling with post-traumatic stress, mood disorders (including depression and anxiety), the after effects of sexual assault trauma, natural disasters, and military/veteran experiences, cognitive decline due to aging and dementia, grief and loss, and caregiver stress. Throughout my career I have worked with many special populations. I have extensive personal and professional experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
My research involves mood disorders, memory disorders, and the interactions between these conditions.
I specialize in providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for adults who are experiencing anxiety, phobias, panic attacks, or depression. I use brief, evidence-based treatments to help you feel better quickly. My style is empathic, realistic, and optimistic. I view therapy as a collaborative process, mainly focused on the here-and-now, where we work together to enable you to overcome the barriers between you and your goals.
My research involves mood disorders, memory disorders, and the interactions between these conditions.
I specialize in providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for adults who are experiencing anxiety, phobias, panic attacks, or depression. I use brief, evidence-based treatments to help you feel better quickly. My style is empathic, realistic, and optimistic. I view therapy as a collaborative process, mainly focused on the here-and-now, where we work together to enable you to overcome the barriers between you and your goals.
Greetings. My name is Dr. Nancy Adegoke and I am a NY and NJ licensed psychologist as well as State of Florida telehealth provider who has been practicing in diverse mental health settings for the past 20 years. I have worked with clients across the lifespan: children, adolescents, adults and seniors. I specialize in treating clients experiencing mood disorders, trauma, relationship and family issues, work-related problems and chronic illness. I also have training and experience working with first responders, veterans, older adults, and college students.
Greetings. My name is Dr. Nancy Adegoke and I am a NY and NJ licensed psychologist as well as State of Florida telehealth provider who has been practicing in diverse mental health settings for the past 20 years. I have worked with clients across the lifespan: children, adolescents, adults and seniors. I specialize in treating clients experiencing mood disorders, trauma, relationship and family issues, work-related problems and chronic illness. I also have training and experience working with first responders, veterans, older adults, and college students.
Serious illness can be frightening and overwhelming. With so much uncertainty, a patient or caregiver can feel confused and isolated. I can help you through this difficult journey by addressing important illness-related concerns, including advance care planning, medical decision making, functional decline, emotional struggles, caregiving, life/family stressors, role changes, or bereavement following the death of a loved one (or upon other significant changes or losses in life, such as pet loss, divorce, job loss, or family estrangement). I also specialize in helping older adults cope with and adapt to the challenges of aging.
Serious illness can be frightening and overwhelming. With so much uncertainty, a patient or caregiver can feel confused and isolated. I can help you through this difficult journey by addressing important illness-related concerns, including advance care planning, medical decision making, functional decline, emotional struggles, caregiving, life/family stressors, role changes, or bereavement following the death of a loved one (or upon other significant changes or losses in life, such as pet loss, divorce, job loss, or family estrangement). I also specialize in helping older adults cope with and adapt to the challenges of aging.
My experience consists of working with individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges—ranging from anxiety and depression to the complex issues related to Alzheimer’s and dementia—I strive to offer empathy, patience, and guidance throughout the therapeutic journey.
My passion lies in supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges and discover pathways to healing. I incorporate evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and mindfulness to foster growth and resilience. I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, build coping strategies, and work toward meaningful change.
My experience consists of working with individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges—ranging from anxiety and depression to the complex issues related to Alzheimer’s and dementia—I strive to offer empathy, patience, and guidance throughout the therapeutic journey.
My passion lies in supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges and discover pathways to healing. I incorporate evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and mindfulness to foster growth and resilience. I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, build coping strategies, and work toward meaningful change.
autism, ADHD, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, brain tumors, dementia, depression, anxiety, insomnia, dyslexia etc) and in turn develop targeted intervention and treatment plans to ensure attainment of optimum life functioning.
Dr. Couvadelli is an adult and pediatric Neuropsychologist/Psychologist with areas of expertise in clinical neuropsychology, cognitive rehabilitation and health psychology. Dr. Couvadelli obtained her PhD in Behavioral Medicine with a focus on Cognitive Neuroscience. She completed an internship in clinical psychology/neuropsychology, a fellowship in cognitive rehabilitation, and a three-year postdoctoral fellowship in neuropsychology. Dr. Couvadelli has served as the head of Pediatric Neuropsychology at JFK Medical Center, NJ and she holds the appointment of Assistant Professor of Neuroscience at Seton Hall University School of Health/Medical Sciences.
autism, ADHD, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, brain tumors, dementia, depression, anxiety, insomnia, dyslexia etc) and in turn develop targeted intervention and treatment plans to ensure attainment of optimum life functioning.
Dr. Couvadelli is an adult and pediatric Neuropsychologist/Psychologist with areas of expertise in clinical neuropsychology, cognitive rehabilitation and health psychology. Dr. Couvadelli obtained her PhD in Behavioral Medicine with a focus on Cognitive Neuroscience. She completed an internship in clinical psychology/neuropsychology, a fellowship in cognitive rehabilitation, and a three-year postdoctoral fellowship in neuropsychology. Dr. Couvadelli has served as the head of Pediatric Neuropsychology at JFK Medical Center, NJ and she holds the appointment of Assistant Professor of Neuroscience at Seton Hall University School of Health/Medical Sciences.
As a psychoanalyst and psychotherapist, in clinical practice for 35+ years, I deal with issues of depression, anxiety, relationship and social life problems, aging, creative blocks, marital conflicts, parenting, divorce, child and school problems, loss, adoption, spousal and/or family member's dementia, etc... My practice includes adults of all ages -- from the young to the elderly. My clinical experience includes people from varying backgrounds and fields -- including the creative arts, law, media, education adults of all ages either in transition, or returning to school, as well as those who are stay-at-home mothers or fathers.
As a psychoanalyst and psychotherapist, in clinical practice for 35+ years, I deal with issues of depression, anxiety, relationship and social life problems, aging, creative blocks, marital conflicts, parenting, divorce, child and school problems, loss, adoption, spousal and/or family member's dementia, etc... My practice includes adults of all ages -- from the young to the elderly. My clinical experience includes people from varying backgrounds and fields -- including the creative arts, law, media, education adults of all ages either in transition, or returning to school, as well as those who are stay-at-home mothers or fathers.
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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.