Dementia Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA
Spiegel Freedman Psychological Associates
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
In our collective expertise and collaborative efforts, we provide psychological care for those who are struggling with: Depression, Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, Marital Issues, Family Conflict, Sleep Disturbance, Grief and Loss, Abuse Issues, Chronic Illness, Dementia, Gender Identity Issues, Women's Issues, Men's Issues.
The clinicians of Spiegel Freedman Psychological Associates provide outpatient psychotherapeutic care to the people of the greater Pittsburgh area. We are committed to excellence and strive to provide our community with the highest quality of psychological services. We combine professional expertise with personal compassion in our therapeutic care. Our diverse staff and associates offer psychological evaluation and care for children, adolescents, adults, elders, couples and families.
In our collective expertise and collaborative efforts, we provide psychological care for those who are struggling with: Depression, Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, Marital Issues, Family Conflict, Sleep Disturbance, Grief and Loss, Abuse Issues, Chronic Illness, Dementia, Gender Identity Issues, Women's Issues, Men's Issues.
The clinicians of Spiegel Freedman Psychological Associates provide outpatient psychotherapeutic care to the people of the greater Pittsburgh area. We are committed to excellence and strive to provide our community with the highest quality of psychological services. We combine professional expertise with personal compassion in our therapeutic care. Our diverse staff and associates offer psychological evaluation and care for children, adolescents, adults, elders, couples and families.
My professional and lived experience helps me relate to clients who have difficulties adjusting to changes in life, as well as older adults, caregivers, and people of all ages struggling with family issues.
My experience in evidence-based practices (CBT, mindfulness, DBT, ACT) helps explore techniques that would alleviate mental suffering and help you cope with life challenges.
My professional and lived experience helps me relate to clients who have difficulties adjusting to changes in life, as well as older adults, caregivers, and people of all ages struggling with family issues.
My experience in evidence-based practices (CBT, mindfulness, DBT, ACT) helps explore techniques that would alleviate mental suffering and help you cope with life challenges.
The emotional and physical demands of caring for older adults are often overlooked and underestimated and I am here to help support you during the ups and downs of this journey.
Since 2004, I have been working with older adults and their caregivers in a variety of settings (inpatient psychiatric care, hospice, palliative care, and bereavement). My services and fees are currently being adjusted to reflect a 6-session package, with the potential for ongoing collaboration. Please contact me for further details.
The emotional and physical demands of caring for older adults are often overlooked and underestimated and I am here to help support you during the ups and downs of this journey.
Since 2004, I have been working with older adults and their caregivers in a variety of settings (inpatient psychiatric care, hospice, palliative care, and bereavement). My services and fees are currently being adjusted to reflect a 6-session package, with the potential for ongoing collaboration. Please contact me for further details.
I specialize in counseling people who are caring for loved ones (partners, older relatives, friends/neighbors, children with disabilities) to better cope with the emotional and practical challenges of caregiving.
I specialize in counseling people who are caring for loved ones (partners, older relatives, friends/neighbors, children with disabilities) to better cope with the emotional and practical challenges of caregiving.
Janelle Crisp
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Therapists do many things, including helping people develop awareness and insight into challenging thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I can help with stress management, relationship difficulties, the effects of living with a mental health symptoms. Knowing what therapists do can help you learn how to choose the right therapist for you. I can assist you to do many things, including helping you develop awareness and insight into bothersome thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Therapists do many things, including helping people develop awareness and insight into challenging thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I can help with stress management, relationship difficulties, the effects of living with a mental health symptoms. Knowing what therapists do can help you learn how to choose the right therapist for you. I can assist you to do many things, including helping you develop awareness and insight into bothersome thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Alexandra Mattina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Throughout my 10 years working in mental health, I have learned how important it is to our healing to be connected in heart and body. I believe building a better understanding of this mind-body connection and the impact it can have on both our physical and mental health is critical in symptom management, emotional regulation, stress management, overall health and wellness, and navigating our everyday life in this world.
Throughout my 10 years working in mental health, I have learned how important it is to our healing to be connected in heart and body. I believe building a better understanding of this mind-body connection and the impact it can have on both our physical and mental health is critical in symptom management, emotional regulation, stress management, overall health and wellness, and navigating our everyday life in this world.
Do you want help processing your thoughts and feelings? Need help problem-solving what life throws at you? Are you motivated to change to help you better adapt to new life situations? Then you have come to the right place. I can help you find your motivation to change, better handle life challenges and work stressors, and assist you with building better relationships.
Do you want help processing your thoughts and feelings? Need help problem-solving what life throws at you? Are you motivated to change to help you better adapt to new life situations? Then you have come to the right place. I can help you find your motivation to change, better handle life challenges and work stressors, and assist you with building better relationships.
The Center for Relational Change is Pittsburgh's premier family therapy practice. Our clinicians are skilled, caring, insightful licensed therapists helping individuals, couple and families work through issues of self-worth, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma and abuse, and more. We work with everyone, regardless of race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, etc. If you, your partner and/or family are having a difficult time healing from past issues, working through present concerns or want to maintain a healthy future, the Center is a great place to begin investing in yourself and your relationships.
The Center for Relational Change is Pittsburgh's premier family therapy practice. Our clinicians are skilled, caring, insightful licensed therapists helping individuals, couple and families work through issues of self-worth, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma and abuse, and more. We work with everyone, regardless of race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, etc. If you, your partner and/or family are having a difficult time healing from past issues, working through present concerns or want to maintain a healthy future, the Center is a great place to begin investing in yourself and your relationships.
Our skilled doctoral-level therapists offer personalized and comprehensive psychological care. Together, we help with most mood, behavioral, relational, and life transition issues. You will receive an assessment of your psychological health and a personalized plan to fit your unique needs, goals, and life situation. Most importantly, you will develop insights and strategies to take therapy “on the go.”
Our skilled doctoral-level therapists offer personalized and comprehensive psychological care. Together, we help with most mood, behavioral, relational, and life transition issues. You will receive an assessment of your psychological health and a personalized plan to fit your unique needs, goals, and life situation. Most importantly, you will develop insights and strategies to take therapy “on the go.”
I work with clients who are highly motivated to change and are active participants in their treatment. I use approaches that are research-based such as cognitive behavior therapy, cognitive processing disorder and mindfulness.
I work with clients who are highly motivated to change and are active participants in their treatment. I use approaches that are research-based such as cognitive behavior therapy, cognitive processing disorder and mindfulness.
Mental health, addiction, and chronic illness all have something in common. They can be debilitating and create cyclical habits that are difficult to break. I work with motivated individuals who are willing to make a change in their lives for the better, examine their past and present experiences and feelings, and work to find healthier ways to cope.
Mental health, addiction, and chronic illness all have something in common. They can be debilitating and create cyclical habits that are difficult to break. I work with motivated individuals who are willing to make a change in their lives for the better, examine their past and present experiences and feelings, and work to find healthier ways to cope.
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Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Devastated by a traumatic event in your life? I am dedicated to helping you through your journey of bereavement and healing. I have worked with individuals and families who have experienced traumatic sudden loss resulting from incidences such as gun violence; suicide; divorce; job loss; vision loss; physical changes; progressive and terminal illness.
Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Devastated by a traumatic event in your life? I am dedicated to helping you through your journey of bereavement and healing. I have worked with individuals and families who have experienced traumatic sudden loss resulting from incidences such as gun violence; suicide; divorce; job loss; vision loss; physical changes; progressive and terminal illness.
Patricia Hanson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
What you can expect from our first session • A Safe and Nurturing Environment • Enhanced Self-awareness • Practical Coping Strategies • Holistic Well-being • Empowerment • A Deepened Connection • Transformational Conversations In essence, sessions with me are a blend of empathy, expertise, and empowerment. Whether in a crisis, seeking strategies for specific challenges, or yearning for personal growth, our collaborative journey is designed to illuminate paths forward and cultivate enduring mental and emotional strength.
What you can expect from our first session • A Safe and Nurturing Environment • Enhanced Self-awareness • Practical Coping Strategies • Holistic Well-being • Empowerment • A Deepened Connection • Transformational Conversations In essence, sessions with me are a blend of empathy, expertise, and empowerment. Whether in a crisis, seeking strategies for specific challenges, or yearning for personal growth, our collaborative journey is designed to illuminate paths forward and cultivate enduring mental and emotional strength.
I have extensive training and experience working with stress related issues, particularly work and family overload, chronic pain and illness, aging, dealing with the effects of Alzheimer's disease, and grief.
Healing begins in the mind. I can help you to identify and remove those blocks to your truth. You will gain perspective and skill, working towards your life's goals and feelings of wholeness. Counseling will challenge you to think deeply and will concentrate on identifying and changing harmful thoughts, feeling and behaviors.
I have extensive training and experience working with stress related issues, particularly work and family overload, chronic pain and illness, aging, dealing with the effects of Alzheimer's disease, and grief.
Healing begins in the mind. I can help you to identify and remove those blocks to your truth. You will gain perspective and skill, working towards your life's goals and feelings of wholeness. Counseling will challenge you to think deeply and will concentrate on identifying and changing harmful thoughts, feeling and behaviors.
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Erica McCauley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! I am trained in treating adults with a wide variety of concerns. I work well with those suffering from depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, boundary concerns, self esteem issues, relationship difficulties and perfectionism/overachievement . I have special interest in treating women, young adults and the aging population. My favorite therapeutic modalities are IFS and EMDR. Feel free to reach out to learn more about how my approach can support you!
Hi! I am trained in treating adults with a wide variety of concerns. I work well with those suffering from depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, boundary concerns, self esteem issues, relationship difficulties and perfectionism/overachievement . I have special interest in treating women, young adults and the aging population. My favorite therapeutic modalities are IFS and EMDR. Feel free to reach out to learn more about how my approach can support you!
Whether you are looking for healing, growth, or change- everyone deserves a space to feel seen, and heard. I will meet you wherever the start line is for you- and be your support through the non- linear journey that is recovery. Whether it's learning to sit with the discomfort of difficult emotions, strengthening your positive coping skills, or learning to challenge your negative thoughts- we will work together. "No two eating disorders are the same. No two individuals are the same. No two paths to recovery are the same. But everyone's strength to reach recovery is the same." - Brittany Burgunder
Whether you are looking for healing, growth, or change- everyone deserves a space to feel seen, and heard. I will meet you wherever the start line is for you- and be your support through the non- linear journey that is recovery. Whether it's learning to sit with the discomfort of difficult emotions, strengthening your positive coping skills, or learning to challenge your negative thoughts- we will work together. "No two eating disorders are the same. No two individuals are the same. No two paths to recovery are the same. But everyone's strength to reach recovery is the same." - Brittany Burgunder
Quiet Retreat Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15209
My goal in providing therapy is to promote a judgement free, non-anxious presence so that you can explore and grow in ways that feel right to you. By using a mix of traditional and trauma-informed therapy styles, we will work together towards healing and authenticity. Whether you struggle with abuse, discrimination, anxiety, depression, need to hone your coping skills or discover your future path, we are here for you. Discover a safe, confidential, and friendly place to explore issues that are close to your heart. You are cared for and loved.
My goal in providing therapy is to promote a judgement free, non-anxious presence so that you can explore and grow in ways that feel right to you. By using a mix of traditional and trauma-informed therapy styles, we will work together towards healing and authenticity. Whether you struggle with abuse, discrimination, anxiety, depression, need to hone your coping skills or discover your future path, we are here for you. Discover a safe, confidential, and friendly place to explore issues that are close to your heart. You are cared for and loved.
I have worked in a variety of settings including community mental health, prisons, outpatient practices, jails, hospitals, academic medical centers, inpatient mental health units, and sports settings. Notably, I have experience and confidence working with clients affected by grief, depression, anxiety, TBIs, OCD, sports performance dysfunction, adjustment disorders, marital/relationship concerns, bipolar disorder, and general distress.
I have worked in a variety of settings including community mental health, prisons, outpatient practices, jails, hospitals, academic medical centers, inpatient mental health units, and sports settings. Notably, I have experience and confidence working with clients affected by grief, depression, anxiety, TBIs, OCD, sports performance dysfunction, adjustment disorders, marital/relationship concerns, bipolar disorder, and general distress.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by changes in your life or struggling to cope with a medical condition? I am a licensed, board certified psychologist working with with adults and elders. You might seek treatment from me if you are experiencing emotional difficulty adapting to a new chronic medical illness, grief/loss, burnout, stress, struggling to adapt to life transitions or changes in world, career, and/or family roles. My goal is to work collaboratively with you to address the various factors contributing to how you feel, help tap into your wisdom, develop the tools and insight necessary to find value, adapt, and thrive!
Are you feeling overwhelmed by changes in your life or struggling to cope with a medical condition? I am a licensed, board certified psychologist working with with adults and elders. You might seek treatment from me if you are experiencing emotional difficulty adapting to a new chronic medical illness, grief/loss, burnout, stress, struggling to adapt to life transitions or changes in world, career, and/or family roles. My goal is to work collaboratively with you to address the various factors contributing to how you feel, help tap into your wisdom, develop the tools and insight necessary to find value, adapt, and thrive!
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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.