Dementia Therapists in Austin, TX
I have successful experience working with adults and older adults dealing with depression and anxiety, grief and loss, stress, divorce, family and care giving issues.
Providing treatment for adults and older adults for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress related issues, divorce, family relationships, as well as care-giving issues often faced by adult children of Older Adults. My Office is now located in Kerrville, Texas serving the areas of Fredericksburg, Bandera, Ingram and Leakey for in person sessions.
I have successful experience working with adults and older adults dealing with depression and anxiety, grief and loss, stress, divorce, family and care giving issues.
Providing treatment for adults and older adults for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress related issues, divorce, family relationships, as well as care-giving issues often faced by adult children of Older Adults. My Office is now located in Kerrville, Texas serving the areas of Fredericksburg, Bandera, Ingram and Leakey for in person sessions.
Kathy Lee Siepker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, CDP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a licensed clinical social worker, therapist, educator, and researcher specializing in the mental health and well-being of adults and older adults.
With training in Alzheimer’s disease and dementia care, I offer compassionate support tailored to your unique needs. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I also emphasize culturally sensitive care, ensuring therapy aligns with your background and values.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, therapist, educator, and researcher specializing in the mental health and well-being of adults and older adults.
With training in Alzheimer’s disease and dementia care, I offer compassionate support tailored to your unique needs. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I also emphasize culturally sensitive care, ensuring therapy aligns with your background and values.
Hanna Del Toro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I work with primarily teens, adults, and older adults in the retirement years.
I meet you where you are in life to provide support, empowerment, and understanding. Are you struggling with any of the following: anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, addictions, etc.? My goal as your counselor is to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for you to get what you need out of the counseling process.
I work with primarily teens, adults, and older adults in the retirement years.
I meet you where you are in life to provide support, empowerment, and understanding. Are you struggling with any of the following: anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, addictions, etc.? My goal as your counselor is to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for you to get what you need out of the counseling process.
I have two specialties: women with weight struggles, and dementia caregivers.
I help women who struggle with weight issues and chronic dieting, to overcome emotional eating and make peace with food, without focusing on weight loss. I work best with women who want to stop dieting and focus on health and well-being rather than the number on the scale. I also have years of experience with seniors and supporting dementia caregivers.
I have two specialties: women with weight struggles, and dementia caregivers.
I help women who struggle with weight issues and chronic dieting, to overcome emotional eating and make peace with food, without focusing on weight loss. I work best with women who want to stop dieting and focus on health and well-being rather than the number on the scale. I also have years of experience with seniors and supporting dementia caregivers.
Neuropsychological Evaluation and Therapeutic Center of Austin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78726
Our specialized doctors in Austin provide Neuropsychological evaluation, neuropsychology Assessment, education consultation for IEP meetings and therapy for a variety of mental health issues including ADHD, Learning Disorders, PTSD, Memory, IQ testing, Autism and Executive Functioning.
The Neuropsychological Evaluation and Therapeutic Center of Austin provides comprehensive neuropsychological assessments and support for adults and children who struggle with memory, learning issues ( Dementia, TBI, etc.) We treat patients with neural diverse issues (Autism, ADHD, etcetera) academic/developmental delays, PTSD, TBI, depression and anxiety.
Our specialized doctors in Austin provide Neuropsychological evaluation, neuropsychology Assessment, education consultation for IEP meetings and therapy for a variety of mental health issues including ADHD, Learning Disorders, PTSD, Memory, IQ testing, Autism and Executive Functioning.
The Neuropsychological Evaluation and Therapeutic Center of Austin provides comprehensive neuropsychological assessments and support for adults and children who struggle with memory, learning issues ( Dementia, TBI, etc.) We treat patients with neural diverse issues (Autism, ADHD, etcetera) academic/developmental delays, PTSD, TBI, depression and anxiety.
I have extensive experience working with adults and older adults who are going through life transitions, aging issues, caregiving stress, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues.
My specialty is CBT and Trauma work. I have over 30 years experience as a psychotherapist. I have trained at the Beck Institute in Philadelphia, learning skills from Dr.Judith, daughter of Dr Aaron Beck and Dr. Beck himself. My trauma training was with Dr.Rick Stevens who is very active in EMDRIA (the association of EMDR therapists).
I have extensive experience working with adults and older adults who are going through life transitions, aging issues, caregiving stress, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues.
My specialty is CBT and Trauma work. I have over 30 years experience as a psychotherapist. I have trained at the Beck Institute in Philadelphia, learning skills from Dr.Judith, daughter of Dr Aaron Beck and Dr. Beck himself. My trauma training was with Dr.Rick Stevens who is very active in EMDRIA (the association of EMDR therapists).
Heather Rey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTS-I, CPT, BCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a licensed therapist and certified clinical trauma specialist, I have served in a variety of capacities from working with youth in crisis, teens impacted by abuse and trauma, family conflict, runaway homeless youth, substance misuse, transitional aged young adults, adults of all ages, to older adults and their families in hospice care near end of life.
People tend to seek therapy for two reasons: to resolve interpersonal conflicts and/or internal conflicts. These conflicts may cause you to feel guilt stricken, frozen in time, panicked, anxious, depressed, nervous, obsessive or withdrawn. Most of the time, these feelings stem from cognitions (thoughts) that lead us down an emotional spiral where we feel out of control and lost. If you want to gain a better understanding of yourself, your trauma history, and how early imprinting may connect to interpersonal or internal conflict, you may find therapy to be a life-giving, healing and liberating experience.
As a licensed therapist and certified clinical trauma specialist, I have served in a variety of capacities from working with youth in crisis, teens impacted by abuse and trauma, family conflict, runaway homeless youth, substance misuse, transitional aged young adults, adults of all ages, to older adults and their families in hospice care near end of life.
People tend to seek therapy for two reasons: to resolve interpersonal conflicts and/or internal conflicts. These conflicts may cause you to feel guilt stricken, frozen in time, panicked, anxious, depressed, nervous, obsessive or withdrawn. Most of the time, these feelings stem from cognitions (thoughts) that lead us down an emotional spiral where we feel out of control and lost. If you want to gain a better understanding of yourself, your trauma history, and how early imprinting may connect to interpersonal or internal conflict, you may find therapy to be a life-giving, healing and liberating experience.
Jessica Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, TF-CBT, EMDR-t
Verified Verified
Online Only
Before that I worked with older adults as well as individuals suffering from Dementia and Alzheimer's.
Hey, most people call me Jess. I believe counseling is a mutual relationship. I view each person I see as the expert in their lives and I am in the passenger seat. My approach to counseling is holistic; every person is different, therefore every counseling approach does not work for everyone. I will take the time to work with you to find what works best for you. Since everyone is different; if a client and I do not mesh well, I will help them to find a counselor who works better for them.
Before that I worked with older adults as well as individuals suffering from Dementia and Alzheimer's.
Hey, most people call me Jess. I believe counseling is a mutual relationship. I view each person I see as the expert in their lives and I am in the passenger seat. My approach to counseling is holistic; every person is different, therefore every counseling approach does not work for everyone. I will take the time to work with you to find what works best for you. Since everyone is different; if a client and I do not mesh well, I will help them to find a counselor who works better for them.
Hello! I am Dr. Parker Donner. I am a licensed counseling psychologist. My passion is helping people find healing and improve their mental health. I enjoy working with people with depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, family conflict, and health challenges.
Hello! I am Dr. Parker Donner. I am a licensed counseling psychologist. My passion is helping people find healing and improve their mental health. I enjoy working with people with depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, family conflict, and health challenges.
Hello, my name is Charles Plafcan, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 11 years of clinical experience working with various individuals with Aging, Alzheimer's, Depression, Grief, and many more.
I want to help you with your issues related to Your Aging/Aging Parents and Nutrition, Motivation, and many more. I have developed coping skills that I would like to share with you. Keeping yourself up and going in your life through this pandemic is a task, and you will succeed and have a fulfilling /meaningful life despite the pandemic.
Hello, my name is Charles Plafcan, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 11 years of clinical experience working with various individuals with Aging, Alzheimer's, Depression, Grief, and many more.
I want to help you with your issues related to Your Aging/Aging Parents and Nutrition, Motivation, and many more. I have developed coping skills that I would like to share with you. Keeping yourself up and going in your life through this pandemic is a task, and you will succeed and have a fulfilling /meaningful life despite the pandemic.
Clarissa Anahi Cantu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi there, I am Clarissa! I know it takes a lot of courage and vulnerability to seek counseling services, so I am glad that you found my page! I have had the joy of working in various mental health settings, like traditional talk therapy, women’s health clinics and non-profit organizations. My clinical experience has given me the opportunity to work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. I also help clients navigate complicated grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, family/relationship, and self-esteem issues.
Hi there, I am Clarissa! I know it takes a lot of courage and vulnerability to seek counseling services, so I am glad that you found my page! I have had the joy of working in various mental health settings, like traditional talk therapy, women’s health clinics and non-profit organizations. My clinical experience has given me the opportunity to work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. I also help clients navigate complicated grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, family/relationship, and self-esteem issues.
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I am an Honors graduate of The University of Texas at Austin with over 30 years experience helping people overcome anxiety & depression, resolve conflicts, deal with past hurts & traumas, improve communication and self esteem, and increase the quality of their relationships, as well as their work or school performance, in order that they may lead happier and more fulfilling lives. I also recently completed training to become a state-licensed, Clinical Social Work Supervisor for newly-graduated clinicians-in-training.
I am an Honors graduate of The University of Texas at Austin with over 30 years experience helping people overcome anxiety & depression, resolve conflicts, deal with past hurts & traumas, improve communication and self esteem, and increase the quality of their relationships, as well as their work or school performance, in order that they may lead happier and more fulfilling lives. I also recently completed training to become a state-licensed, Clinical Social Work Supervisor for newly-graduated clinicians-in-training.
Vanessa Joy
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
Waitlist for new clients
I use a strength-based collaborative and active approach and believe in treating the whole person from a biopsychosocial perspective. I integrate research from various sources including: neuroscience and its impact on overall health, individual and relational functioning; the importance of authenticity, emotionality, resiliency and humor, and values identification across personal and professional contexts. Specific resources include: Psychobiological Approach to Couples Counseling, The Daring Way, and Contemplative Based Trauma Resiliency Training (The Portable Calm).
I use a strength-based collaborative and active approach and believe in treating the whole person from a biopsychosocial perspective. I integrate research from various sources including: neuroscience and its impact on overall health, individual and relational functioning; the importance of authenticity, emotionality, resiliency and humor, and values identification across personal and professional contexts. Specific resources include: Psychobiological Approach to Couples Counseling, The Daring Way, and Contemplative Based Trauma Resiliency Training (The Portable Calm).
I will try you if you are willing to try me. That said, I tend to wind up with a lot of teenagers and young adults, for some reason.
I will try you if you are willing to try me. That said, I tend to wind up with a lot of teenagers and young adults, for some reason.
My ideal client is someone in need of nonjudgmental support to improve their quality of life. Self-doubt, shame, difficult life-transitions, unresolved trauma, anxiety, and depression can create barriers to a fulfilling life. If you are someone struggling in these areas, it is my goal to help you work through these issues so that you can attain a life that is meaningful to you.
My ideal client is someone in need of nonjudgmental support to improve their quality of life. Self-doubt, shame, difficult life-transitions, unresolved trauma, anxiety, and depression can create barriers to a fulfilling life. If you are someone struggling in these areas, it is my goal to help you work through these issues so that you can attain a life that is meaningful to you.
Living can often land you on a different course than the one you expected. There are moments in life when you feel lost and unsure where you took a wrong turn. Maybe you’ve been feeling down or worried but are hesitant to bring it up to family and friends out of fear of burdening them. In these moments, it's important to have a space where you are safe to be yourself, a place to remind you that where you are at is not who you are.
Living can often land you on a different course than the one you expected. There are moments in life when you feel lost and unsure where you took a wrong turn. Maybe you’ve been feeling down or worried but are hesitant to bring it up to family and friends out of fear of burdening them. In these moments, it's important to have a space where you are safe to be yourself, a place to remind you that where you are at is not who you are.
If you're feeling stuck, lost, stressed, anxious, depressed, if you're grieving, or simply need someone to talk to, I’d love to help. I work with adults and teens (15+), and have a special interest in supporting young adults, musicians, artists, those seeking direction, and anyone grappling with life's "big questions." Call me at (512) 561-0609 to schedule a consultation.
If you're feeling stuck, lost, stressed, anxious, depressed, if you're grieving, or simply need someone to talk to, I’d love to help. I work with adults and teens (15+), and have a special interest in supporting young adults, musicians, artists, those seeking direction, and anyone grappling with life's "big questions." Call me at (512) 561-0609 to schedule a consultation.
Adolescence is a time filled with continuous change that can bring unique challenges to each individual, ultimately making this a difficult time for not only teens but families too. Adolescence marks the transition from childhood to adulthood and includes those ages 13-25. It is an intensely important developmental stage in which teens develop a sense of self, independence, boundaries, social connections, communication and emotional regulation skills. Accomplishing these tasks is no easy feat and often conflict arises. This is where I can help!
Adolescence is a time filled with continuous change that can bring unique challenges to each individual, ultimately making this a difficult time for not only teens but families too. Adolescence marks the transition from childhood to adulthood and includes those ages 13-25. It is an intensely important developmental stage in which teens develop a sense of self, independence, boundaries, social connections, communication and emotional regulation skills. Accomplishing these tasks is no easy feat and often conflict arises. This is where I can help!
The Well Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC, LCPC, TBRI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731
The Well is a professional mental health practice with a team of clinicians serving Texas. We sincerely believe there is hope for all who are willing to seek help, no matter what their situation. With an integrated approach, using psychological proven techniques and skills from a Christian foundation, we draw from a variety of methodologies to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. We tailor our skills and therapeutic interventions to meet our individual client’s with love and understanding. Sascha is a advanced clinical supervising specialist for teen, child, marital, and online therapy.
The Well is a professional mental health practice with a team of clinicians serving Texas. We sincerely believe there is hope for all who are willing to seek help, no matter what their situation. With an integrated approach, using psychological proven techniques and skills from a Christian foundation, we draw from a variety of methodologies to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. We tailor our skills and therapeutic interventions to meet our individual client’s with love and understanding. Sascha is a advanced clinical supervising specialist for teen, child, marital, and online therapy.
My nick name is Maz Khan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Houston, Texas. I will be only available for Telehealth. I work with adults only (18+) and have expertise with anxiety, depression, ADHD and Trauma. I also help with work life and personal/family life balance, divorce, grief and parenting. My approaches are dependent on what a client may need, but I typically use a client centered approach, Solution Focused approach, Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Acceptance and Commitment therapy.
My nick name is Maz Khan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Houston, Texas. I will be only available for Telehealth. I work with adults only (18+) and have expertise with anxiety, depression, ADHD and Trauma. I also help with work life and personal/family life balance, divorce, grief and parenting. My approaches are dependent on what a client may need, but I typically use a client centered approach, Solution Focused approach, Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Acceptance and Commitment therapy.
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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.