Dementia Therapists in Auburn, CA

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Marina Kaminetskaya
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Auburn, CA 95602  (Online Only)
In addition to therapy, I also provide neuropsychological testing to address problems related to attention, memory, learning disabilities, planning/organization/multitasking, taking care of daily activities, and mood changes.
Changes in mood and thinking abilities affect all areas of life including performance at work/ school, relationships, completion of daily tasks, and self-esteem. These changes can be disruptive and hard to accept. I provide a safe space for you to examine your life and help you get to where you want to be. I specialize in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, dementia, stroke, traumatic brain injuries, complex medical diagnoses, and caregiver support issues. My goal is to help you live a full life, whether that is through therapy, education/ consultation, or helping you understand your cognitive strengths/ weaknesses through neuropsychological evaluations.
In addition to therapy, I also provide neuropsychological testing to address problems related to attention, memory, learning disabilities, planning/organization/multitasking, taking care of daily activities, and mood changes.
Changes in mood and thinking abilities affect all areas of life including performance at work/ school, relationships, completion of daily tasks, and self-esteem. These changes can be disruptive and hard to accept. I provide a safe space for you to examine your life and help you get to where you want to be. I specialize in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, dementia, stroke, traumatic brain injuries, complex medical diagnoses, and caregiver support issues. My goal is to help you live a full life, whether that is through therapy, education/ consultation, or helping you understand your cognitive strengths/ weaknesses through neuropsychological evaluations.
(916) 672-1427 View (916) 672-1427
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Dr. Bill Ekemo / Northup Group
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Auburn, CA 95603
These include general psychiatric conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, traumatic brain injury, dementia or posttraumatic stress disorder.
Dr. Ekemo recently relocated his practice to Auburn, CA from Bellevue Washington. He has been providing psychological services for over 20 years mainly to public safety agencies (pre-employment screening, fitness for duty, critical incident debriefings, job coaching and management consultations). He also specializes in individual Neuropsychological evaluations (brain injuries, dementia etc.) and Risk Management consultations to private sector organizations and HR departments. If you are an employer or school concerned about violence in your work setting; training programs and workshops are available for your staff.
These include general psychiatric conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, traumatic brain injury, dementia or posttraumatic stress disorder.
Dr. Ekemo recently relocated his practice to Auburn, CA from Bellevue Washington. He has been providing psychological services for over 20 years mainly to public safety agencies (pre-employment screening, fitness for duty, critical incident debriefings, job coaching and management consultations). He also specializes in individual Neuropsychological evaluations (brain injuries, dementia etc.) and Risk Management consultations to private sector organizations and HR departments. If you are an employer or school concerned about violence in your work setting; training programs and workshops are available for your staff.
(425) 336-1364 View (425) 336-1364
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Bonnie E. Martello
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Auburn, CA 95603
Welcome to living your best life. We can work together to help you unravel the barriers to living a life you feel good about. I have 28 plus years of experience treating anxiety/ depression loss and grief. I have trained using CBT and DBT techniques. The premise of those is that our thoughts can drive our actions. So often we are unaware of the impact our thoughts have on what we do and who we are. You’ve made an important first step to a healthier more fulfilling life. With compassion and kindness I can help you navigate the changes you’d like to make. I’m honored to join your journey.
Welcome to living your best life. We can work together to help you unravel the barriers to living a life you feel good about. I have 28 plus years of experience treating anxiety/ depression loss and grief. I have trained using CBT and DBT techniques. The premise of those is that our thoughts can drive our actions. So often we are unaware of the impact our thoughts have on what we do and who we are. You’ve made an important first step to a healthier more fulfilling life. With compassion and kindness I can help you navigate the changes you’d like to make. I’m honored to join your journey.
(530) 420-1094 View (530) 420-1094
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Jennifer Nordquist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Auburn, CA 95603
While all of us experience life's ups and downs, it can be a struggle to find the path through by yourself. The journey does not have to be a lonely one. I am committed to supporting you, your teen, and/or your family move beyond feeling stuck and hopeless. Whether you are a survivor of abuse or trauma, worried about your child, experiencing a painful loss, or find yourself repeating unwanted behaviors. I understand and am here to help you find your way to the life you want.
While all of us experience life's ups and downs, it can be a struggle to find the path through by yourself. The journey does not have to be a lonely one. I am committed to supporting you, your teen, and/or your family move beyond feeling stuck and hopeless. Whether you are a survivor of abuse or trauma, worried about your child, experiencing a painful loss, or find yourself repeating unwanted behaviors. I understand and am here to help you find your way to the life you want.
(916) 891-1914 View (916) 891-1914
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Dr. Maria Theresa Taheny
Psychologist, MA, PHD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Auburn, CA 95603  (Online Only)
As a Christian psychologist in the Catholic tradition, I work closely with clients and explore experiences to find the meanings and lessons God is trying to teach us in this life. Together, we work towards changing the emotional triggers of trauma, thereby affecting how you respond to the world. Everything we do makes perfect sense when you look at it with a wide enough lens. To change and learn requires understanding why it makes sense. I work in a way that honors you as a unique child of God.
As a Christian psychologist in the Catholic tradition, I work closely with clients and explore experiences to find the meanings and lessons God is trying to teach us in this life. Together, we work towards changing the emotional triggers of trauma, thereby affecting how you respond to the world. Everything we do makes perfect sense when you look at it with a wide enough lens. To change and learn requires understanding why it makes sense. I work in a way that honors you as a unique child of God.
(916) 623-7724 View (916) 623-7724
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Candice Simpson-Lentz
Psychological Associate, MBA, MPsych, PA
Verified Verified
Auburn, CA 95603  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Candice, and I am a supervised therapist by Dr. Di Lorenzo (www.drrosadilorenzo.com). I pride myself on empowering people to become their best in life. Suppose you are an adult facing challenging life issues, marital problems or complex past traumas. Maybe you are a minor having a hard time adjusting to life due to divorce, mental illness, or low self-esteem, or an older adult dealing with a change of life. I will highlight your strengths to equip you to deal with whatever life throws at you.
Hello, my name is Candice, and I am a supervised therapist by Dr. Di Lorenzo (www.drrosadilorenzo.com). I pride myself on empowering people to become their best in life. Suppose you are an adult facing challenging life issues, marital problems or complex past traumas. Maybe you are a minor having a hard time adjusting to life due to divorce, mental illness, or low self-esteem, or an older adult dealing with a change of life. I will highlight your strengths to equip you to deal with whatever life throws at you.
(916) 237-1402 View (916) 237-1402
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Sara Hechtman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Auburn, CA 95603
Hello, I am a dedicated LMFT specializing in individual and family therapy. I have used CBT, DBT, solution focused therapy, structural family therapy and narrative therapy to help individuals make breakthroughs in their mental health fitness. I work closely with the client guiding the client for remarkable change. I have had experience working with many populations including geriatric, LGBTQI, dual, and CD. I specialize in individual and family therapy.
Hello, I am a dedicated LMFT specializing in individual and family therapy. I have used CBT, DBT, solution focused therapy, structural family therapy and narrative therapy to help individuals make breakthroughs in their mental health fitness. I work closely with the client guiding the client for remarkable change. I have had experience working with many populations including geriatric, LGBTQI, dual, and CD. I specialize in individual and family therapy.
(909) 442-5422 View (909) 442-5422
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Debra Bernbeck
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Auburn, CA 95603
I am a psychotherapist (MFT) and Coach for the Psychology of Eating. My counseling sessions online and in person aim to help couples and individuals (12 years and up) for a variety of issues, such as emotional eating, depression, anxiety, trauma, couple's conflict, codependency, self-esteem, life transitions, behavioral problems and more. I am trained couples therapist, and have passion for helping couples. I provide space for those who struggle with emotional eating and suffer silently and alone, so they can transform their relationship with their bodies and eating habits, lose weight and achieve greater self-esteem.
I am a psychotherapist (MFT) and Coach for the Psychology of Eating. My counseling sessions online and in person aim to help couples and individuals (12 years and up) for a variety of issues, such as emotional eating, depression, anxiety, trauma, couple's conflict, codependency, self-esteem, life transitions, behavioral problems and more. I am trained couples therapist, and have passion for helping couples. I provide space for those who struggle with emotional eating and suffer silently and alone, so they can transform their relationship with their bodies and eating habits, lose weight and achieve greater self-esteem.
(530) 319-5417 View (530) 319-5417
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Judith Hill-Weld
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Auburn, CA 95603
Not accepting new clients
Are you grieving, fearful, or highly self critical? Do you or a loved one experience disability? Let 's find your unique healing path to more meaning and joy. Together we'll safely explore your distress, find new ways to cope with old problems, and clarify your focus and purpose. Let's discover what part of your life calls for more acceptance and self support, and where ambition and creativity could generate change. And, I'll help you be with the important people in your life with integrity and kindness, including yourself.
Are you grieving, fearful, or highly self critical? Do you or a loved one experience disability? Let 's find your unique healing path to more meaning and joy. Together we'll safely explore your distress, find new ways to cope with old problems, and clarify your focus and purpose. Let's discover what part of your life calls for more acceptance and self support, and where ambition and creativity could generate change. And, I'll help you be with the important people in your life with integrity and kindness, including yourself.
(530) 968-8925 View (530) 968-8925

More Therapists Nearby

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Kathleen Wasielewski (Formerly Saenz)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loomis, CA 95650
Do you feel like something needs to change? Are you concerned about your child’s adjustment or development? Are you an exhausted and overwhelmed caregiver? Is parenthood not what you imagined? If you answered yes to any of those questions then let’s talk! I work with children, mothers, primary caregivers and older adults. If you are someone that feels like something is just not right and you are motivated to want more for yourself and/or your family, we can work together to get you to a better place in life. Change is not always easy but it is a constant. Let's get you some tools to take the sting out of life challenges.
Do you feel like something needs to change? Are you concerned about your child’s adjustment or development? Are you an exhausted and overwhelmed caregiver? Is parenthood not what you imagined? If you answered yes to any of those questions then let’s talk! I work with children, mothers, primary caregivers and older adults. If you are someone that feels like something is just not right and you are motivated to want more for yourself and/or your family, we can work together to get you to a better place in life. Change is not always easy but it is a constant. Let's get you some tools to take the sting out of life challenges.
(530) 444-4272 View (530) 444-4272
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Dr. Cory R. Sullins
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Granite Bay, CA 94756  (Online Only)
We provide a full spectrum of services for mental health concerns in order to be of service to the community. We are goal/plan oriented to assist patients in overcoming obstacles in their lives. We very much provide an eclectic approach that is often inclusive of a variety of theories/treatments in order to meet the needs of each patient .
We provide a full spectrum of services for mental health concerns in order to be of service to the community. We are goal/plan oriented to assist patients in overcoming obstacles in their lives. We very much provide an eclectic approach that is often inclusive of a variety of theories/treatments in order to meet the needs of each patient .
(424) 347-1991 View (424) 347-1991

Online Therapists

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Janet Eckart
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583
I have provided care within a variety of settings, including a college counseling center, a community clinic, research studies of dementia patients and their families, and two VA facilities.
Educated and trained at Stanford University, UC Berkeley, and within the Veterans Health Administration, my work targets issues including depression, anxiety, challenging life transitions, and chronic pain. I have specific expertise in working with young adults (ages 18 and up), older adults, and veterans.
I have provided care within a variety of settings, including a college counseling center, a community clinic, research studies of dementia patients and their families, and two VA facilities.
Educated and trained at Stanford University, UC Berkeley, and within the Veterans Health Administration, my work targets issues including depression, anxiety, challenging life transitions, and chronic pain. I have specific expertise in working with young adults (ages 18 and up), older adults, and veterans.
(925) 329-3049 View (925) 329-3049
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Peter Oppermann
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
For the past 19 years I have provided evaluations, counseling, and education on managing dementia, difficult behaviors, and caregiver burnout in inpatient and outpatient geriatric care.
Feeling restless or easily distracted? Lacking energy, motivation, focus, or direction in life? Spinning your wheels in your career or relationships? Prone to pleasing others at all costs, yet feeling unhappy and misunderstood? Always too busy to stop and smell the flowers? I'd like to help you become more empowered, confident, and satisfied through facing and letting go of your fears, irritating beliefs, guilt, and suffering, so you can learn to communicate more effectively and have healthy relationships. For more than twenty-five years I have provided time-limited and in-depth psychotherapy to individuals, couples and groups.
For the past 19 years I have provided evaluations, counseling, and education on managing dementia, difficult behaviors, and caregiver burnout in inpatient and outpatient geriatric care.
Feeling restless or easily distracted? Lacking energy, motivation, focus, or direction in life? Spinning your wheels in your career or relationships? Prone to pleasing others at all costs, yet feeling unhappy and misunderstood? Always too busy to stop and smell the flowers? I'd like to help you become more empowered, confident, and satisfied through facing and letting go of your fears, irritating beliefs, guilt, and suffering, so you can learn to communicate more effectively and have healthy relationships. For more than twenty-five years I have provided time-limited and in-depth psychotherapy to individuals, couples and groups.
(925) 365-6955 View (925) 365-6955
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Dorothy M Foster
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95401  (Online Only)
I can help you: * understand, accept, and redirect your life; * cope with caring for an ill family member (especially when dementia is involved); * untangle relationship questions; * manage anxiety, and find ways to ease personal roadblocks; * claim a sense of self and safety after a traumatic childhood.
Has life dropped an unwanted change in your lap? Or perhaps a change is what you want to achieve. I offer guidance to support you in coping with the realities of life, and in creating new ways of being in life. I bring compassion and commitment to my work. My clients find that I am gentle but also direct and responsive. Your sense of emotional safety - that you feel heard, understood, and accepted - is the foundation of our relationship.
I can help you: * understand, accept, and redirect your life; * cope with caring for an ill family member (especially when dementia is involved); * untangle relationship questions; * manage anxiety, and find ways to ease personal roadblocks; * claim a sense of self and safety after a traumatic childhood.
Has life dropped an unwanted change in your lap? Or perhaps a change is what you want to achieve. I offer guidance to support you in coping with the realities of life, and in creating new ways of being in life. I bring compassion and commitment to my work. My clients find that I am gentle but also direct and responsive. Your sense of emotional safety - that you feel heard, understood, and accepted - is the foundation of our relationship.
(707) 317-1656 View (707) 317-1656
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Christie Mead
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Sacramento, CA 95691  (Online Only)
I provide therapy using a collaborative and integrative approach. This means that I actively listen to your goals to tailor an individual treatment plan that meets your needs. I specialize in individual therapy and sport/mental performance skills training. I also offer adult neuropsychology evaluations and specialize in assessing for ADHD, dementia, learning disabilities, concussions/TBI, stroke, and more. I also provide cognitive rehabilitation, which means that after an evaluation, I can provide additional support with learning cognitive coping strategies.
I provide therapy using a collaborative and integrative approach. This means that I actively listen to your goals to tailor an individual treatment plan that meets your needs. I specialize in individual therapy and sport/mental performance skills training. I also offer adult neuropsychology evaluations and specialize in assessing for ADHD, dementia, learning disabilities, concussions/TBI, stroke, and more. I also provide cognitive rehabilitation, which means that after an evaluation, I can provide additional support with learning cognitive coping strategies.
(916) 603-3837 View (916) 603-3837
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Juliet Elizabeth Broughton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Napa, CA 94559
It is an honor for me to facilitate a client's healing by creating a partnership in their journey. I provide an environment of safety, nurturing and empathy, to support in a nonjudgemental way. I use a holistic approach in a framework that feels best to the client. I work short and long-term with individuals, couples and families. I specialize in grief, relationships, loss, couples, trauma, and life transitions. I have worked in the elder care field for 25 years, focusing on aging issues including dementia, and terminal diagnoses. I am honored to walk your path with you, as you find your way to a more fulfilling life.
It is an honor for me to facilitate a client's healing by creating a partnership in their journey. I provide an environment of safety, nurturing and empathy, to support in a nonjudgemental way. I use a holistic approach in a framework that feels best to the client. I work short and long-term with individuals, couples and families. I specialize in grief, relationships, loss, couples, trauma, and life transitions. I have worked in the elder care field for 25 years, focusing on aging issues including dementia, and terminal diagnoses. I am honored to walk your path with you, as you find your way to a more fulfilling life.
(707) 229-1591 View (707) 229-1591
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Michael Debellis
Psychologist, PsyD, ABN, FACPN
Verified Verified
Richmond, CA 94804
Dr. DeBellis is a licensed clinical psychologist who is board certified in neuropsychology. He completed his internship at UC Davis Medical Center. He trains students at U.C. Davis Medical Center, Sonoma State University and the Wright Institute. He is also the educational chair for Sutter Mills Peninsula Department of Psychiatry. He specializes in treatment of patients with traumatic brain injury, dementia, stroke and other acquired brain injury. His focus is on the relationship between brain changes and cognitive and emotional functioning.
Dr. DeBellis is a licensed clinical psychologist who is board certified in neuropsychology. He completed his internship at UC Davis Medical Center. He trains students at U.C. Davis Medical Center, Sonoma State University and the Wright Institute. He is also the educational chair for Sutter Mills Peninsula Department of Psychiatry. He specializes in treatment of patients with traumatic brain injury, dementia, stroke and other acquired brain injury. His focus is on the relationship between brain changes and cognitive and emotional functioning.
(650) 597-7151 View (650) 597-7151
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Redd Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stockton, CA 95209
I specialize in working with older adults, chronic illnesses, and those dealing with complicated grief.
Hello, my name is Redd Davis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I provide client-focused psychotherapy treatment to empower and enrich individuals despite challenges. I specialize in working with older adults and individuals experiencing difficulty coping with grief. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to achieve goals using intuitive, insightful, and reality-based interventions. I believe individuals can be aware of their own needs and support empowering clients to lead treatment based upon what is meaningful to them.
I specialize in working with older adults, chronic illnesses, and those dealing with complicated grief.
Hello, my name is Redd Davis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I provide client-focused psychotherapy treatment to empower and enrich individuals despite challenges. I specialize in working with older adults and individuals experiencing difficulty coping with grief. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to achieve goals using intuitive, insightful, and reality-based interventions. I believe individuals can be aware of their own needs and support empowering clients to lead treatment based upon what is meaningful to them.
(209) 231-9411 View (209) 231-9411
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Patty Shirley - East Bay Christian Counseling And Neurotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, CATC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94526
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Registered Addiction Specialist, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, certified in grief, co-occurring disorders, anger management, domestic violence, women's treatment, dementia-related behaviors, ecotherapy, utilizing CBT, DBT, Somatic Experiencing & Neurofeedback.
Neurofeedback, is utilizing your brain’s own God-given ability to re-regulate itself to a more stable / productive brain wave pattern by providing it feedback through audible and visual cues. It is like playing a video game using only your brain and no controller. Electrodes record the brain's activity, training your brain to learn new things, reinforcing better patterns and reactions. It is non-invasive, with no drugs or medications. Feeling worried, anxious, sad, angry or frustrated? Having relationship and communication issues? In-Person, Virtual and Phone Sessions are available for individuals, couples, families and groups.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Registered Addiction Specialist, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, certified in grief, co-occurring disorders, anger management, domestic violence, women's treatment, dementia-related behaviors, ecotherapy, utilizing CBT, DBT, Somatic Experiencing & Neurofeedback.
Neurofeedback, is utilizing your brain’s own God-given ability to re-regulate itself to a more stable / productive brain wave pattern by providing it feedback through audible and visual cues. It is like playing a video game using only your brain and no controller. Electrodes record the brain's activity, training your brain to learn new things, reinforcing better patterns and reactions. It is non-invasive, with no drugs or medications. Feeling worried, anxious, sad, angry or frustrated? Having relationship and communication issues? In-Person, Virtual and Phone Sessions are available for individuals, couples, families and groups.
(925) 212-1018 View (925) 212-1018
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Jennifer Pelayo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bay Point, CA 94565
I am an LCSW with over 10 years of experience treating adults and older adults. I specialize in Anxiety and Depression. I have a compassionate approach utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. I provide support, guidance, and skills to help you cope with life issues.
I am an LCSW with over 10 years of experience treating adults and older adults. I specialize in Anxiety and Depression. I have a compassionate approach utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. I provide support, guidance, and skills to help you cope with life issues.
(925) 694-0650 View (925) 694-0650
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.