Dementia Therapists in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Lucia Hollowell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 (Online Only)
My therapeutic style is warm, relatable, and compassionate. I create a space for clients to feel seen, heard, and held so they may safely process difficult feelings and experiences. In doing so, I assist my clients with drawing upon their own intrinsic strengths to help develop resilient coping skills. I ultimately aim to help clients achieve a sense of wholeness and peace in their lives.
My therapeutic style is warm, relatable, and compassionate. I create a space for clients to feel seen, heard, and held so they may safely process difficult feelings and experiences. In doing so, I assist my clients with drawing upon their own intrinsic strengths to help develop resilient coping skills. I ultimately aim to help clients achieve a sense of wholeness and peace in their lives.
I am Marla Maynard, LMFT. I have been licensed in the State of California since February of 2009. My specialties are individuals, marriage, family, and trauma. I work with first responders & military, as well as trauma victims. I have practiced and taught many theoretical approaches to therapy. My preference is to meet with the client and decide which approach will work best for them. Ranging from Cognitive Behavioral & Family Therapies to EMDR and other approaches to mitigate trauma. I seek to create a safe environment that is relaxed and comfortable.
I am Marla Maynard, LMFT. I have been licensed in the State of California since February of 2009. My specialties are individuals, marriage, family, and trauma. I work with first responders & military, as well as trauma victims. I have practiced and taught many theoretical approaches to therapy. My preference is to meet with the client and decide which approach will work best for them. Ranging from Cognitive Behavioral & Family Therapies to EMDR and other approaches to mitigate trauma. I seek to create a safe environment that is relaxed and comfortable.
Dulce Quezada
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Hi! I'm Dulce Quezada, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy to help clients gain new insights, and improve quality of life.
Hi! I'm Dulce Quezada, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy to help clients gain new insights, and improve quality of life.
Victoria Catlin-Walton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
My name is Victoria Catlin-Walton, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Santa Clarita, California working with people statewide via telehealth. I work with individuals from young adults to seasoned professionals and I specialize in anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship matters using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy to help people experience something that feels better.
My name is Victoria Catlin-Walton, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Santa Clarita, California working with people statewide via telehealth. I work with individuals from young adults to seasoned professionals and I specialize in anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship matters using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy to help people experience something that feels better.
During the process of therapy, working through the struggles of life can bring you to a deeper and more meaningful place, not only finding, but also liking who you are. Therapy will help you learn coping skills, setting boundaries, changing perceptions that keep you stuck, finding the connection you want in relationships, building self-esteem, finding release from loss and grief, openness to change, and a willingness to accept your worth and find your authentic voice.
During the process of therapy, working through the struggles of life can bring you to a deeper and more meaningful place, not only finding, but also liking who you are. Therapy will help you learn coping skills, setting boundaries, changing perceptions that keep you stuck, finding the connection you want in relationships, building self-esteem, finding release from loss and grief, openness to change, and a willingness to accept your worth and find your authentic voice.
Lauren (Lo) Wise
Pre-Licensed Professional, ACSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Do you find it hard to bring yourself to therapy and dread the awkward first session! I am here to help break that awkward tension and create a space just for you. I am an therapist with a military background, and 11 years of experience in the mental health field. With firsthand experience in overcoming challenges, I offer a trusted space for you seeking support through transitions, trauma, and personal growth. As a self-proclaimed nerd, I love imagination therapy and creative expression. Let's work together to unlock your strengths, navigate challenges, and foster healing.
Do you find it hard to bring yourself to therapy and dread the awkward first session! I am here to help break that awkward tension and create a space just for you. I am an therapist with a military background, and 11 years of experience in the mental health field. With firsthand experience in overcoming challenges, I offer a trusted space for you seeking support through transitions, trauma, and personal growth. As a self-proclaimed nerd, I love imagination therapy and creative expression. Let's work together to unlock your strengths, navigate challenges, and foster healing.
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Donna Velarde
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 (Online Only)
I have been working with families dealing with memory loss for twenty years, and am very familiar with the frustration and pain experienced by these families.
Teletherapy for caregivers of persons with dementia. For caregivers, everyday stress is now compounded by the pandemic and disruption of support systems. Many caregivers feel overwhelmed, isolated, depressed, confused or anxious with their responsibilities.
I have been working with families dealing with memory loss for twenty years, and am very familiar with the frustration and pain experienced by these families.
Teletherapy for caregivers of persons with dementia. For caregivers, everyday stress is now compounded by the pandemic and disruption of support systems. Many caregivers feel overwhelmed, isolated, depressed, confused or anxious with their responsibilities.
Renee Marsh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92690
Although I work with adult clients of all ages, I specialize in older adults, specifically caregivers and Individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson's disease.
Inevitably, we all experience some type of life transition at one time or another. Whether they are unexpected or by choice, life transitions can feel scary and sometimes isolating. I do not work with couples; however, my primary focus is on strengthening and building relationships. I love helping my clients get to a place in their life where they feel more confident and free, whether they want to focus on self-work, current relationships, or dealing with grief and loss of a person or a relationship.
Although I work with adult clients of all ages, I specialize in older adults, specifically caregivers and Individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson's disease.
Inevitably, we all experience some type of life transition at one time or another. Whether they are unexpected or by choice, life transitions can feel scary and sometimes isolating. I do not work with couples; however, my primary focus is on strengthening and building relationships. I love helping my clients get to a place in their life where they feel more confident and free, whether they want to focus on self-work, current relationships, or dealing with grief and loss of a person or a relationship.
Coastal Neuropsychology & Concussion Specialists
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Beginning with a thorough interview of your problems and background, followed by administration of standardized tests of attention, memory, mental speed & emotion.
When you are experiencing cognitive ( memory and thinking) difficulties;, you need to undergo a Comprehensive Neuropsychological Evaluation by expert Neuropsychologist to determine the cause (diagnosis) and treatment recommendations. I have extensive training and experience in assessing brain disorders of patients 18 and above. My goal is to provide the highest quality of care while always placing the needs or my patients as my priority. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Beginning with a thorough interview of your problems and background, followed by administration of standardized tests of attention, memory, mental speed & emotion.
When you are experiencing cognitive ( memory and thinking) difficulties;, you need to undergo a Comprehensive Neuropsychological Evaluation by expert Neuropsychologist to determine the cause (diagnosis) and treatment recommendations. I have extensive training and experience in assessing brain disorders of patients 18 and above. My goal is to provide the highest quality of care while always placing the needs or my patients as my priority. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Cotter provides psychotherapy for older adults struggling with depression/anxiety, grief/loss, health/lifestyle changes, and care of others.
Cynthia A. Cotter, Ph.D. specializes in geriatric psychology and neuropsychology. Her neuropsychological evaluations describe and quantify cognitive deficits typically found in older adults. These assessments benefit medical diagnosis, treatment, and care planning for individuals with degenerative dementias and those with cognitive difficulties associated with medical conditions or trauma. In conjunction with her evaluations, Dr. Cotter provides feedback, education, and support for elders, families, caregivers, and residential staff. Dr. Cotter's assessments also contribute to determinations of mental capacity required for legal purposes. She provides psychological evaluations and pre-surgical psychological screening.
Cotter provides psychotherapy for older adults struggling with depression/anxiety, grief/loss, health/lifestyle changes, and care of others.
Cynthia A. Cotter, Ph.D. specializes in geriatric psychology and neuropsychology. Her neuropsychological evaluations describe and quantify cognitive deficits typically found in older adults. These assessments benefit medical diagnosis, treatment, and care planning for individuals with degenerative dementias and those with cognitive difficulties associated with medical conditions or trauma. In conjunction with her evaluations, Dr. Cotter provides feedback, education, and support for elders, families, caregivers, and residential staff. Dr. Cotter's assessments also contribute to determinations of mental capacity required for legal purposes. She provides psychological evaluations and pre-surgical psychological screening.
Kristin Kleppe
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92618
Waitlist for new clients
I am committed to helping people achieve a sense of happiness, health, and well-being and to maximize their potential in life. In our first session, we will explore the changes you want to make and together we will collaborate on a treatment plan designed to help you reach your goals. I see clients from age 16 to late adulthood for individual, couples or family therapy. I see people for a variety of issues and am especially skilled in working with families, older adults, executives, and other professionals. I'm skilled in many different types of evidenced based therapies.
I am committed to helping people achieve a sense of happiness, health, and well-being and to maximize their potential in life. In our first session, we will explore the changes you want to make and together we will collaborate on a treatment plan designed to help you reach your goals. I see clients from age 16 to late adulthood for individual, couples or family therapy. I see people for a variety of issues and am especially skilled in working with families, older adults, executives, and other professionals. I'm skilled in many different types of evidenced based therapies.
Chase Espinoza: Testing And Evaluations
Psychologist, PsyD, Testing, Neuro, Evals, Assess
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92618
dementia, memory, brain injury.
I provide several types of psychological, employment-related, psychoeducational, developmental, and neuropsychological evaluations. State-of-the-art methods including TOVA and interactive iPad-based tests for efficient and accurate services. I am insurance-contracted and work with diverse populations and testing purposes. If you are recommended, requested, or ordered to undergo assessment, please reach out. You will receive a high-quality, scientifically informed evaluation, with a comprehensive report, feedback, and recommendations. I am a practicing clinical and professorial member of the International Neuropsychological Society.
dementia, memory, brain injury.
I provide several types of psychological, employment-related, psychoeducational, developmental, and neuropsychological evaluations. State-of-the-art methods including TOVA and interactive iPad-based tests for efficient and accurate services. I am insurance-contracted and work with diverse populations and testing purposes. If you are recommended, requested, or ordered to undergo assessment, please reach out. You will receive a high-quality, scientifically informed evaluation, with a comprehensive report, feedback, and recommendations. I am a practicing clinical and professorial member of the International Neuropsychological Society.
Shadi Gholizadeh
Psychologist, PhD, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coto De Caza, CA 92679 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, challenging life transitions, or new roles (e.g., caregiving, parenthood, breakups, juggling family and professional life). I often work with high-achieving individuals in demanding fields (e.g, physicians, attorneys, entrepreneurs) who are facing burnout and barriers to growth. I also have expertise working with family caregivers of loved ones with dementia or chronic illness. I have training in evidence-based therapies (CBT, ACT, EFT) for a wide range of problems.
I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, challenging life transitions, or new roles (e.g., caregiving, parenthood, breakups, juggling family and professional life). I often work with high-achieving individuals in demanding fields (e.g, physicians, attorneys, entrepreneurs) who are facing burnout and barriers to growth. I also have expertise working with family caregivers of loved ones with dementia or chronic illness. I have training in evidence-based therapies (CBT, ACT, EFT) for a wide range of problems.
Erica Lehman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92618
Waitlist for new clients
This includes adjusting to life transitions, role change, making peace with one's life, identifying strengths and renewed sense of self in later life, addressing health/medical challenges, coping with memory decline/early stage dementia, caregiver support, and more.
There is a beauty to life and the way that it moves, but it doesn't always feel beautiful. Whatever has brought you to consider meeting with a therapist, I hope you take a next step to setting an appointment. May therapy be a place where you share your load, find new perspectives, approaches and/or resources to the current challenge, so that you can take steps toward feeling like yourself - or perhaps a new version of yourself.
This includes adjusting to life transitions, role change, making peace with one's life, identifying strengths and renewed sense of self in later life, addressing health/medical challenges, coping with memory decline/early stage dementia, caregiver support, and more.
There is a beauty to life and the way that it moves, but it doesn't always feel beautiful. Whatever has brought you to consider meeting with a therapist, I hope you take a next step to setting an appointment. May therapy be a place where you share your load, find new perspectives, approaches and/or resources to the current challenge, so that you can take steps toward feeling like yourself - or perhaps a new version of yourself.
Dr. Rick Gastil
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92690
Are you currently struggling? - With your emotions? - Your relationships? - Your life? - Do you keep repeating the same mistakes? - Do you know why? - Or how to stop? - Help is available! - I'd be happy to give you a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we're a good fit. - You can review my practice details below. I have over 40 years of experience with proven results. But that doesn't mean I'm the best for You. Take time to research this site's therapists. Talk to us until you find that one that feels right, knowledgeable and comfortable to YOU! . . More about my background? Very briefly, I ...
Are you currently struggling? - With your emotions? - Your relationships? - Your life? - Do you keep repeating the same mistakes? - Do you know why? - Or how to stop? - Help is available! - I'd be happy to give you a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we're a good fit. - You can review my practice details below. I have over 40 years of experience with proven results. But that doesn't mean I'm the best for You. Take time to research this site's therapists. Talk to us until you find that one that feels right, knowledgeable and comfortable to YOU! . . More about my background? Very briefly, I ...
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
Jarfa Wabs, MA LMFT dba Counseling Together
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Finding a therapist at a time when your whole world is falling apart, is one more difficult task to add to the many tasks required of you. Well, you aren't alone! Couples & family counseling is one of my many focuses. Premarital and marriage counseling can be very effective in starting and saving relationships. I also focus on stress, fears, and anxiety that might be causing unexplained aches and pains in your body, frustrating you and others around you. I am well versed on issues of Chronic illness, hormonal imbalances, Fibromyalgia, Infertility, Postpartum, Menopause, Thyroid and many life events affecting healthy relationships.
Finding a therapist at a time when your whole world is falling apart, is one more difficult task to add to the many tasks required of you. Well, you aren't alone! Couples & family counseling is one of my many focuses. Premarital and marriage counseling can be very effective in starting and saving relationships. I also focus on stress, fears, and anxiety that might be causing unexplained aches and pains in your body, frustrating you and others around you. I am well versed on issues of Chronic illness, hormonal imbalances, Fibromyalgia, Infertility, Postpartum, Menopause, Thyroid and many life events affecting healthy relationships.
Heidi Kitsu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 (Online Only)
Welcome! You might be here because you need some support in your life, some guidance, navigation, focus, or just someone to talk with. We face demands of work, family, marriage, and relationships daily. Add in financial, personal, and societal pressures to the mix, and life can definitely get overwhelming. Well, you took the first step to taking care of you by seeking help and support. It takes courage to take that first step, and I am so glad you did.
Welcome! You might be here because you need some support in your life, some guidance, navigation, focus, or just someone to talk with. We face demands of work, family, marriage, and relationships daily. Add in financial, personal, and societal pressures to the mix, and life can definitely get overwhelming. Well, you took the first step to taking care of you by seeking help and support. It takes courage to take that first step, and I am so glad you did.
Madison Alcantara
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
We should not have to go through life's most difficult moments alone, and I want to be there for you every step of the way. Available for in person or virtual sessions based on what works best for you.
We should not have to go through life's most difficult moments alone, and I want to be there for you every step of the way. Available for in person or virtual sessions based on what works best for you.
As a Therapy practice we love to help everyone! no matter what the situation is, our purpose is to help anyone struggling during these times!
As a Therapy practice we love to help everyone! no matter what the situation is, our purpose is to help anyone struggling during these times!
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Dementia Therapists
Can dementia patients benefit from counseling?
Dementia patients can often benefit significantly from counseling. While neurologists typically treat dementia itself, counselors provide crucial emotional support for patients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia can help clients navigate aging, end-of-life issues, social isolation, sleep challenges, and grief. They can also assist clients in adapting to the disease by addressing caregiving concerns and supporting family members. Counselors will often also collaborate with a patient's neurologist or other medical providers to manage dementia symptoms and medication needs.
How can you tell if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's?
To determine if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's disease, there are several signs and diagnostic methods that medical professionals use. Early signs of dementia often include memory loss, difficulty with problem-solving, and challenges in completing familiar tasks. Diagnosing dementia or Alzheimer's requires a comprehensive approach, as there is no single definitive test, and initial diagnosis can sometimes be difficult as symptoms tend to worsen progressively over time. To make a diagnosis, medical professionals typically use a combination of methods, including standardized questionnaires and cognitive tests to assess memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, psychiatric evaluations to understand mental health status, brain scans to look for physical changes in the brain, as well as other medical tests to rule out other conditions.
What are the first-line treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease?
There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but catching the disease in its early-to-moderate phases can be beneficial in order to initiate first-line treatments to help manage symptoms. Medications such as galantamine, rivastigmine, and donepezil are examples of cholinesterase inhibitors that are commonly prescribed for Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, working with a therapist or social worker can also often help patients with the disease address common behavioral and lifestyle concerns, such as anxiety, depression, irritability, sleep problems, social support, and housing changes.
When to seek treatment for Alzheimer’s?
It’s best to seek treatment at the first signs of Alzheimer's. Early warning signs of Alzheimer’s include memory problems, such as forgetting appointments or directions, as well as trouble concentrating, paying attention, retrieving words, and carrying out daily household tasks. An early diagnosis can help people slow the progression of the disease with medication and plan for the future in terms of housing, social/caregiving support, and finances.