Dementia Therapists in Eau Claire, WI
Everybody is an individual and should be treated as such meaning I will treat you with individualized care. I also feel the session belongs to you and the time in the session is your time. I want you to feel respected, heard, and supported from our sessions. My goals is to make these sessions a place where you can go and not worry about being judged and have the ability work through your issues and concerns.
Everybody is an individual and should be treated as such meaning I will treat you with individualized care. I also feel the session belongs to you and the time in the session is your time. I want you to feel respected, heard, and supported from our sessions. My goals is to make these sessions a place where you can go and not worry about being judged and have the ability work through your issues and concerns.
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.
More Therapists Nearby
My goal is to have therapy be a space that clients enjoy and even look forward to attending. Through talk, skill practicing, mindfulness techniques, or play we can find what works best together. I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment for anyone looking to discover what may be their current barriers. Everyone has the ability to make behavior changes but sometimes need an outside perspective to help us find our strengths. My passion is helping clients learn about themselves to discover what they want for their future selves. Change and vulnerability are difficult but can feel much easier with the right supportive therap
My goal is to have therapy be a space that clients enjoy and even look forward to attending. Through talk, skill practicing, mindfulness techniques, or play we can find what works best together. I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment for anyone looking to discover what may be their current barriers. Everyone has the ability to make behavior changes but sometimes need an outside perspective to help us find our strengths. My passion is helping clients learn about themselves to discover what they want for their future selves. Change and vulnerability are difficult but can feel much easier with the right supportive therap
Are you finding yourself struggling with fear, worry, overwhelm, overthinking, sadness, frustration, or feeling like you are not good enough? Are you navigating a life transition, change, or relationship that has been a challenge? You are not alone! Change is HARD! But it is possible, and I want to help you through that!
Are you finding yourself struggling with fear, worry, overwhelm, overthinking, sadness, frustration, or feeling like you are not good enough? Are you navigating a life transition, change, or relationship that has been a challenge? You are not alone! Change is HARD! But it is possible, and I want to help you through that!
Online Therapists
Additionally, I like to work with individuals diagnosed with Neurocognitive Diseases such as Dementia/ Alzheimer’s and their care givers.
I use a client-centered approach in therapy, where you are the expert of your life, and I am here to walk with you through life’s challenges. We will weave together your experiences from past and present during your personal journey. My integrated approach to therapy incorporates elements from traditional talk therapy, with art therapy, narrative therapy, nature-based therapy, and sand tray. I use a person-centered approach to determine with you, which modality meets your needs, and interests. I believe in forming holistic connections between mind-body-community-earth for personal growth.
Additionally, I like to work with individuals diagnosed with Neurocognitive Diseases such as Dementia/ Alzheimer’s and their care givers.
I use a client-centered approach in therapy, where you are the expert of your life, and I am here to walk with you through life’s challenges. We will weave together your experiences from past and present during your personal journey. My integrated approach to therapy incorporates elements from traditional talk therapy, with art therapy, narrative therapy, nature-based therapy, and sand tray. I use a person-centered approach to determine with you, which modality meets your needs, and interests. I believe in forming holistic connections between mind-body-community-earth for personal growth.
Dementia Training includes behavior management, safety, increasing knowledge of dementia.
Individual and group classes structured around education and experience. My focus is on helping others to gain insight about their mental health and to ensure they achieve personal growth.
Dementia Training includes behavior management, safety, increasing knowledge of dementia.
Individual and group classes structured around education and experience. My focus is on helping others to gain insight about their mental health and to ensure they achieve personal growth.
I offer individual counseling and psychotherapy, group counseling, couples counseling, and a variety of psychological evaluations including ADHD, Memory, Presurgical Clearance, and more.
Hello! Thanks for taking time to get to know a little bit about me. I am a clinical health psychologist serving professionals and their families. I help folks with a variety of concerns like anxiety, stress, life transitions, depression, ADHD, substance use, and relationship problems, but also help people with medical concerns like insomnia, chronic pain, weight loss, coping with the stress illness, making behavior changes to help with chronic problems, and more. I have developed a specialty of working with high stress professionals in managing their health and wellbeing in demanding careers.
I offer individual counseling and psychotherapy, group counseling, couples counseling, and a variety of psychological evaluations including ADHD, Memory, Presurgical Clearance, and more.
Hello! Thanks for taking time to get to know a little bit about me. I am a clinical health psychologist serving professionals and their families. I help folks with a variety of concerns like anxiety, stress, life transitions, depression, ADHD, substance use, and relationship problems, but also help people with medical concerns like insomnia, chronic pain, weight loss, coping with the stress illness, making behavior changes to help with chronic problems, and more. I have developed a specialty of working with high stress professionals in managing their health and wellbeing in demanding careers.
Accepting new telehealth clients. Giving more to others than yourself? Feeling overwhelmed or stuck? Dealing with relationship issues? I offer therapy for adults across MN & WI, helping with trauma, grief, caregiver burnout, relationship struggles, and more! Life certainly has its storms, but I believe we are not meant to weather them alone. Your healing starts with the right expertise and support; that's where I come in. Together, we’ll create a comfortable space for growth, insight and lasting change. If you're ready to prioritize yourself and build a more balanced, fulfilling life, reach out to me—your path to healing starts now!
Accepting new telehealth clients. Giving more to others than yourself? Feeling overwhelmed or stuck? Dealing with relationship issues? I offer therapy for adults across MN & WI, helping with trauma, grief, caregiver burnout, relationship struggles, and more! Life certainly has its storms, but I believe we are not meant to weather them alone. Your healing starts with the right expertise and support; that's where I come in. Together, we’ll create a comfortable space for growth, insight and lasting change. If you're ready to prioritize yourself and build a more balanced, fulfilling life, reach out to me—your path to healing starts now!
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.
Pathways To Connection, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LCSW
12 Endorsed
Marshfield, WI 54449
As a tele-health practitioner, I believe compassion is a powerful force in meeting life’s challenges. Regardless of our position and circumstances, we all have experiences that are challenging, stressful and unfulfilling; often requiring extra support. Whether you are working through mental health issues, having a tough time working through trauma, experiencing relationship dysfunction, or any other stressful situations, I’m here to help you work through it. My core therapeutic values and approach provide guidance for myself and clients as we work together toward peaceful resolutions to some of life’s most challenging obstacles.
As a tele-health practitioner, I believe compassion is a powerful force in meeting life’s challenges. Regardless of our position and circumstances, we all have experiences that are challenging, stressful and unfulfilling; often requiring extra support. Whether you are working through mental health issues, having a tough time working through trauma, experiencing relationship dysfunction, or any other stressful situations, I’m here to help you work through it. My core therapeutic values and approach provide guidance for myself and clients as we work together toward peaceful resolutions to some of life’s most challenging obstacles.
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.
I view therapy as a creative partnership, focusing on healing and self-awareness. Therapy is also a holistic pursuit, nurturing mind, body, and spirit. I conceptualize therapy in two ways: First, the work centers around developing resources to regulate oneself during anxious or depressive experiencing. These skills are essential for doing the deeper work of identifying and healing parts of our ourselves who carry painful burdens or traumatic experiences. I welcome people of faith, and enjoy incorporating spirituality into the therapeutic process at the discretion of the client.
I view therapy as a creative partnership, focusing on healing and self-awareness. Therapy is also a holistic pursuit, nurturing mind, body, and spirit. I conceptualize therapy in two ways: First, the work centers around developing resources to regulate oneself during anxious or depressive experiencing. These skills are essential for doing the deeper work of identifying and healing parts of our ourselves who carry painful burdens or traumatic experiences. I welcome people of faith, and enjoy incorporating spirituality into the therapeutic process at the discretion of the client.
See more therapy options for Eau Claire
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.