Dementia Therapists in Miami, FL
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I am a Clinical Neuropsychologist who provides services in English/Spanish to adults and older adults of diverse cultural backgrounds. I work with individuals with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, brain injury/concussion, stroke, cancer, ADHD, cardiovascular conditions, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, transplants, or other neurological/medical conditions that can impact brain functioning. A Neuropsychological evaluation will help you identify and understand difficulties with attention, memory, language, speed of thinking, visual-perception, impulsivity, organization, problem solving, emotions, or behavior.
I am a Clinical Neuropsychologist who provides services in English/Spanish to adults and older adults of diverse cultural backgrounds. I work with individuals with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, brain injury/concussion, stroke, cancer, ADHD, cardiovascular conditions, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, transplants, or other neurological/medical conditions that can impact brain functioning. A Neuropsychological evaluation will help you identify and understand difficulties with attention, memory, language, speed of thinking, visual-perception, impulsivity, organization, problem solving, emotions, or behavior.
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Daniella Marchick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC, MS
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33132 (Online Only)
I provide a kind, calm, safe, and understanding environment with a Certificate in Gerontology and experience with Dementia.
5am -1pm Telehealth spots OPEN for you or your parents! I support elder caregivers learn coping skills and emotional awareness so that they can provide consistent, sustainable, and compassionate care to a recipient. As a seasoned therapist specializing in eldercaregivers, I understand the challenges faced by both adult children and spouses as they navigate the complexities including navigating difficult decisions, working together with others, attending to relationship to death and managing burnout. Grappling with a myriad of emotions, including guilt, stress, grief and uncertainty is supported through the safe therapy space.
I provide a kind, calm, safe, and understanding environment with a Certificate in Gerontology and experience with Dementia.
5am -1pm Telehealth spots OPEN for you or your parents! I support elder caregivers learn coping skills and emotional awareness so that they can provide consistent, sustainable, and compassionate care to a recipient. As a seasoned therapist specializing in eldercaregivers, I understand the challenges faced by both adult children and spouses as they navigate the complexities including navigating difficult decisions, working together with others, attending to relationship to death and managing burnout. Grappling with a myriad of emotions, including guilt, stress, grief and uncertainty is supported through the safe therapy space.
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Another passion of mine is supporting people who are caregivers (directly or indirectly) to loved ones's with medical issues, including dementia and Alzheimers.
I am a Licensed Psychologist with 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy to adults. I specialize in helping people feel less anxious and more confident in themselves & in their relationships. When you see me for therapy, you can expect to have my undivided attention. I listen deeply and carefully in order to understand your unique identity and experiences. People often work with me in times of change such as a break up or new relationship, job stress, parenting, or a new stage in life.
Another passion of mine is supporting people who are caregivers (directly or indirectly) to loved ones's with medical issues, including dementia and Alzheimers.
I am a Licensed Psychologist with 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy to adults. I specialize in helping people feel less anxious and more confident in themselves & in their relationships. When you see me for therapy, you can expect to have my undivided attention. I listen deeply and carefully in order to understand your unique identity and experiences. People often work with me in times of change such as a break up or new relationship, job stress, parenting, or a new stage in life.
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I perceive psychotherapy as a process of teamwork, sharing of power, and ensuring that clients have a sense of hope. There is no single way to live one's life and, as a clinician, I respect when my patients believe they are sufficiently on track. I also offer comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations. These evaluations are commonly used to detect dementia, adult ADHD, learning disorders, and is used to support diagnosis such as Alzheimer's disease and Traumatic Brain Injury. At my practice, we offer comprehensive, personalized programs to help you build a stronger future and sustain it.
I perceive psychotherapy as a process of teamwork, sharing of power, and ensuring that clients have a sense of hope. There is no single way to live one's life and, as a clinician, I respect when my patients believe they are sufficiently on track. I also offer comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations. These evaluations are commonly used to detect dementia, adult ADHD, learning disorders, and is used to support diagnosis such as Alzheimer's disease and Traumatic Brain Injury. At my practice, we offer comprehensive, personalized programs to help you build a stronger future and sustain it.
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Vita-Cog Community Health
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33173 (Online Only)
Furthermore, we offer neuropsychological testing for Autism, ADHD, memory disorders and more.
Vita-Cog Community Health, LLC., was founded by Dr. Daema Pina-Delgado in 2022. Our practice offers a multi-disciplinary approach. Our team of well-rounded providers are specialist in their field. Services include individual, group, marital and family psychotherapy, ABA, psychoeducational, psychological and neuropsychological testing, child, adolescent and adult psychiatric medication management. We also offer family medicine/primary care, weightloss management, hormone therapy/mens health.
Furthermore, we offer neuropsychological testing for Autism, ADHD, memory disorders and more.
Vita-Cog Community Health, LLC., was founded by Dr. Daema Pina-Delgado in 2022. Our practice offers a multi-disciplinary approach. Our team of well-rounded providers are specialist in their field. Services include individual, group, marital and family psychotherapy, ABA, psychoeducational, psychological and neuropsychological testing, child, adolescent and adult psychiatric medication management. We also offer family medicine/primary care, weightloss management, hormone therapy/mens health.
![Photo of Sarine Salama, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/04c64188-9542-44d0-8148-310cf7bf43bb/1/320x400.jpeg)
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Are you going through a major life transition and need support navigating your emotions? My name is Sarine and I am a bi-lingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor for MHC interns with over 15 years of clinical experience. I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, couples and families who are facing difficulties with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, conflict, life transitions, grief/loss and managing challenging behaviors in children and teens. I also have a passion for working with individuals with Autism and Alzheimer’s Disease as well as their family members.
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Are you going through a major life transition and need support navigating your emotions? My name is Sarine and I am a bi-lingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor for MHC interns with over 15 years of clinical experience. I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, couples and families who are facing difficulties with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, conflict, life transitions, grief/loss and managing challenging behaviors in children and teens. I also have a passion for working with individuals with Autism and Alzheimer’s Disease as well as their family members.
![Photo of Alejandro Arias, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3bca40c8-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/6/320x400.jpeg)
Arias is trained to evaluate neuropsychological conditions involving brain injuries, dementia, memory decline, strokes, academic delays, and behavioral disorders caused by brain insults.
I specialize in bilingual psychological and neuropsychological testing. I test for memory disorders, Long Term Disability cases, Immigration cases, Hardship cases, court ordered cases, Fitness for parenting, Fitness for Duty, Forensic/expert witness, workers compensation, Autism, Developmental Delays, special accomodations for testing (SAT, GRE, USMLE, MCAT, LSAT etc), psychosexual evaluations, ADHD, IQ, Gifted, Learning Disability, Personality disorders, anxiety and depression. I provide assistance in legal neuropsychological document reviews. A thorough evaluation will often shed light into years of academic/personal underachievement and with proper detection, provide meaningful correction to troubling personal issues. A new office location has just opened in the Lakeland/Polk County area.
Arias is trained to evaluate neuropsychological conditions involving brain injuries, dementia, memory decline, strokes, academic delays, and behavioral disorders caused by brain insults.
I specialize in bilingual psychological and neuropsychological testing. I test for memory disorders, Long Term Disability cases, Immigration cases, Hardship cases, court ordered cases, Fitness for parenting, Fitness for Duty, Forensic/expert witness, workers compensation, Autism, Developmental Delays, special accomodations for testing (SAT, GRE, USMLE, MCAT, LSAT etc), psychosexual evaluations, ADHD, IQ, Gifted, Learning Disability, Personality disorders, anxiety and depression. I provide assistance in legal neuropsychological document reviews. A thorough evaluation will often shed light into years of academic/personal underachievement and with proper detection, provide meaningful correction to troubling personal issues. A new office location has just opened in the Lakeland/Polk County area.
![Photo of Frank Perez-Verdecia, PsyD, LMHC, BCBA, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/01f3c92f-1cb0-4a50-9779-d3a84f2379e0/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Licensed Psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with expertise in clinical psychology, neuropsychology, behavioral medicine, and applied behavior analysis. My combined experience has contributed positively to my diagnostic and treatment skills; particularly in the areas of autism, dementia, health-related psychological conditions, depression, anxiety, employment/academic problems, grief, parenting issues, attention/memory problems, adolescent-parent conflicts, divorce, etc. I treat people of all ages.
I am a Licensed Psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with expertise in clinical psychology, neuropsychology, behavioral medicine, and applied behavior analysis. My combined experience has contributed positively to my diagnostic and treatment skills; particularly in the areas of autism, dementia, health-related psychological conditions, depression, anxiety, employment/academic problems, grief, parenting issues, attention/memory problems, adolescent-parent conflicts, divorce, etc. I treat people of all ages.
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Neuropsychologist. Licensed to practice Psychology and School Psychology in the state of Florida. I provide neuropsychological assessment and treatment to children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with attention, memory and/or learning difficulties.
Neuropsychologist. Licensed to practice Psychology and School Psychology in the state of Florida. I provide neuropsychological assessment and treatment to children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with attention, memory and/or learning difficulties.
![Photo of Melissa Ortiz-Becher - Neuro Connections -Psychological Services., PsyD, LMHC, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46270c8f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/4/320x400.jpeg)
Neuro Connections -Psychological Services.
Psychologist, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33166
The practice of neuropsychology involves the diagnostic, assessment of mental functions, such as language, memory, attention and perception, and the treatment of patients with brain injuries, neurodevelopmental disorders and other neurocognitive deficits.
Feeling overwhelmed, sad and anxious? No encuentra solución a sus problemas? Is your anxiety preventing you to have meaningful relationships? Tired of yelling to your child/teen? Cansado de gritarle a tus hijos? I can help you find solutions. I am a bilingual (English-Spanish) psychologist with a specialty in neuropsychology. I have extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults . I also work with developmental disorders such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism (diagnosis). I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Neurofeedback and a multimodal approach to help my clients.
The practice of neuropsychology involves the diagnostic, assessment of mental functions, such as language, memory, attention and perception, and the treatment of patients with brain injuries, neurodevelopmental disorders and other neurocognitive deficits.
Feeling overwhelmed, sad and anxious? No encuentra solución a sus problemas? Is your anxiety preventing you to have meaningful relationships? Tired of yelling to your child/teen? Cansado de gritarle a tus hijos? I can help you find solutions. I am a bilingual (English-Spanish) psychologist with a specialty in neuropsychology. I have extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults . I also work with developmental disorders such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism (diagnosis). I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Neurofeedback and a multimodal approach to help my clients.
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I am a seasoned psychodynamically trained psychotherapist. I work with individuals and couples on a short or long term basis dealing with issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, imposter syndrome or chronic illness. I have had many years of experience working with individuals coping with cognitive issues such as dementia and with adult issues of trauma, feelings of worthlessness, aging, HIV/AIDS and chronic illness. I have a strong specialty working within the LGBTQ community and with issues surrounding terminal illness, dying, grief and bereavement.
I am a seasoned psychodynamically trained psychotherapist. I work with individuals and couples on a short or long term basis dealing with issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, imposter syndrome or chronic illness. I have had many years of experience working with individuals coping with cognitive issues such as dementia and with adult issues of trauma, feelings of worthlessness, aging, HIV/AIDS and chronic illness. I have a strong specialty working within the LGBTQ community and with issues surrounding terminal illness, dying, grief and bereavement.
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![Photo of Dr. Idalhi Barnes-Marrero Neuropsychologist, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dc72de83-d975-49a7-8581-3c9f4d978de3/3/320x400.jpeg)
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Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33184 (Online Only)
You might struggle to pay attention or concentrate; make recurrent mistakes; forget events or conversations; misplace things; have trouble finding words; feel less mentally sharp, or think slower. You might wonder what's wrong as you no longer feel like yourself. You could be worried about dementia or wonder if a past TBI/concussion, stroke, chemotherapy, or medical condition like multiple sclerosis or Parkinson's disease could have impacted your mental ability. A psychological or neuropsychological evaluation could help you get the insight and clarity you crave.
You might struggle to pay attention or concentrate; make recurrent mistakes; forget events or conversations; misplace things; have trouble finding words; feel less mentally sharp, or think slower. You might wonder what's wrong as you no longer feel like yourself. You could be worried about dementia or wonder if a past TBI/concussion, stroke, chemotherapy, or medical condition like multiple sclerosis or Parkinson's disease could have impacted your mental ability. A psychological or neuropsychological evaluation could help you get the insight and clarity you crave.
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I enjoy working with adults and older adults and find that the challenges of the human experience are shared across generations.
Reaching out for support during challenging times can be daunting and my approach is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you to create lasting and meaningful change in your life. As a relational and client-centered therapist, I believe that our relationships with those in our lives directly impact our worldview and experiences. I find that the client-therapist relationship is fundamental to a positive and successful therapy experience. I utilize a strengths-based approach as a foundation from which clients can grow and I also appreciate bringing humor into the therapy space.
I enjoy working with adults and older adults and find that the challenges of the human experience are shared across generations.
Reaching out for support during challenging times can be daunting and my approach is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you to create lasting and meaningful change in your life. As a relational and client-centered therapist, I believe that our relationships with those in our lives directly impact our worldview and experiences. I find that the client-therapist relationship is fundamental to a positive and successful therapy experience. I utilize a strengths-based approach as a foundation from which clients can grow and I also appreciate bringing humor into the therapy space.
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Dr. Lisandra Mendoza
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33130 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, disconnected, and inadequate? Do you feel like you’re constantly battling to improve your health, but your body lets you down? Maybe you’re finding it hard to fit in a world that’s not well-suited for people with certain neurological differences. It’s possible you’re experiencing issues with distractibility, memory, sensory sensitivity, cognitive and emotional overload, anxiety, inadequacy, and self-doubt. Perhaps you’ve noticed these changes in yourself and are looking for answers. You don’t have to face your difficulties alone!
Are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, disconnected, and inadequate? Do you feel like you’re constantly battling to improve your health, but your body lets you down? Maybe you’re finding it hard to fit in a world that’s not well-suited for people with certain neurological differences. It’s possible you’re experiencing issues with distractibility, memory, sensory sensitivity, cognitive and emotional overload, anxiety, inadequacy, and self-doubt. Perhaps you’ve noticed these changes in yourself and are looking for answers. You don’t have to face your difficulties alone!
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, brain injury, stroke, seizures, tumors, dementia) & medical diagnoses (i.
I am a neuropsychologist with over 25 years of experience. After working for many years in a medical center, I opened my practice with an emphasis on high quality and individualized treatment & assessment. I provide therapy, cognitive remediation, neuropsychological testing, psychoeducation & consultation/coaching. My approach is one that emphasizes the therapeutic relationship and takes into account emotional, behavioral, cognitive, biological, cultural and environmental factors. In addition to the treatment of clinical disorders, therapy can help with life transitions, stressors, relationships, and much more.
, brain injury, stroke, seizures, tumors, dementia) & medical diagnoses (i.
I am a neuropsychologist with over 25 years of experience. After working for many years in a medical center, I opened my practice with an emphasis on high quality and individualized treatment & assessment. I provide therapy, cognitive remediation, neuropsychological testing, psychoeducation & consultation/coaching. My approach is one that emphasizes the therapeutic relationship and takes into account emotional, behavioral, cognitive, biological, cultural and environmental factors. In addition to the treatment of clinical disorders, therapy can help with life transitions, stressors, relationships, and much more.
Our goal is to help You and Your Love Ones to find new paths to achieve healthier minds. Dealing with developmental, intellectual or neuro-cognitive conditions is a learning process that require love, time and skills from professionals and caregivers. We want to help children, families and adults to discover higher level of cognitive, behavioral and emotional functioning to enhance their lives.
Our goal is to help You and Your Love Ones to find new paths to achieve healthier minds. Dealing with developmental, intellectual or neuro-cognitive conditions is a learning process that require love, time and skills from professionals and caregivers. We want to help children, families and adults to discover higher level of cognitive, behavioral and emotional functioning to enhance their lives.
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A little bit about me: I curtail my treatment approach to the client's needs. We do not all fit a mold. I am goal-oriented and want you to feel you have all the tools you need to effectively handle the curveballs life throws us. My goal is to provide availability outside the typical 9-5 so therapy is more easily accessible. I completed my doctorate degree in clinical psychology with a specialization in neuropsychology and have been licensed for over 10 years. My training is across the lifespan and I have worked in a myriad of settings both inpatient and outpatient. I offer evaluations as well as therapy.
A little bit about me: I curtail my treatment approach to the client's needs. We do not all fit a mold. I am goal-oriented and want you to feel you have all the tools you need to effectively handle the curveballs life throws us. My goal is to provide availability outside the typical 9-5 so therapy is more easily accessible. I completed my doctorate degree in clinical psychology with a specialization in neuropsychology and have been licensed for over 10 years. My training is across the lifespan and I have worked in a myriad of settings both inpatient and outpatient. I offer evaluations as well as therapy.
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I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over ten years working with diverse populations across the age spectrum. My career began working with children, then eventually families, adults, and more currently, a complex Veteran population. I have a background working with children and childhood trauma, adults/families, and Veterans. I am comfortable and have experience treating most diagnoses, age groups, and populations.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over ten years working with diverse populations across the age spectrum. My career began working with children, then eventually families, adults, and more currently, a complex Veteran population. I have a background working with children and childhood trauma, adults/families, and Veterans. I am comfortable and have experience treating most diagnoses, age groups, and populations.
![Photo of Marielsie Morales - OnyiaMind Counseling, Inc, MSW, LCSW, QS-CSWI, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/937c9911-c5d1-48ff-8394-b4b1a065ee36/2/320x400.jpeg)
OnyiaMind Counseling, Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, QS-CSWI
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33186
To empower individuals in meeting life challenges, strengthen bonds and reach their full potential. Providing guidance and resources along your journey. Whether depression, anxiety, life transitions, chronic illness, marriage counseling family counseling or weight loss, our work is rewarding and transformational. Therapy becomes a vehicle for personal development to become the best version of yourself No matter the situation, everyone could benefit from having support.
To empower individuals in meeting life challenges, strengthen bonds and reach their full potential. Providing guidance and resources along your journey. Whether depression, anxiety, life transitions, chronic illness, marriage counseling family counseling or weight loss, our work is rewarding and transformational. Therapy becomes a vehicle for personal development to become the best version of yourself No matter the situation, everyone could benefit from having support.
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Maria J Ferro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, CEAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33173
My focus will be YOU. I will listen to what you are looking to accomplish and develop a plan for you to achieve your goal. We will discuss your prior experiences and identify what things slow you down or simply stop you. Together we will identify the best course of action that will remove them from your path. When you make courageous choices in your life, like breaking old bonds & patterns, you step out of the box that confines you. Simply put, you experience a sense of healing and new strength.
My focus will be YOU. I will listen to what you are looking to accomplish and develop a plan for you to achieve your goal. We will discuss your prior experiences and identify what things slow you down or simply stop you. Together we will identify the best course of action that will remove them from your path. When you make courageous choices in your life, like breaking old bonds & patterns, you step out of the box that confines you. Simply put, you experience a sense of healing and new strength.
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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.