Dementia Therapists in Saint Simons Island, GA
Emerald Isle Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, NCC, BCPC, CPCS, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
Offices located in St. Simons Island, Brunswick, Kingsland or via Telehealth; serving all ages. People seek counseling for a wide variety of reasons. Some are going through difficult life transitions, while others are trying to learn more about themselves and lead more fulfilling lives. Whatever may be your reason for searching today, know that we can help you. Brunswick Location: 501 Gloucester Street, Suite 204; St Simon Island Location: 203 Marina Drive; Kingsland Location: 130 Gross Road, Suite 102. - - - - - - - - -Find Your Balance- - - - - -
Offices located in St. Simons Island, Brunswick, Kingsland or via Telehealth; serving all ages. People seek counseling for a wide variety of reasons. Some are going through difficult life transitions, while others are trying to learn more about themselves and lead more fulfilling lives. Whatever may be your reason for searching today, know that we can help you. Brunswick Location: 501 Gloucester Street, Suite 204; St Simon Island Location: 203 Marina Drive; Kingsland Location: 130 Gross Road, Suite 102. - - - - - - - - -Find Your Balance- - - - - -
Beauty For Ashes Counseling & Mental Health Serv
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Simons Island, GA 31522 (Online Only)
My true passion and life purpose is to help hurting people achieve the best possible quality of life. With all of life's difficulties, we often need assistance in developing coping skills, healthy thought patterns, and emotional equilibrium. I see myself as a guide who helps people navigate through difficulty to holistically healthy living, based on their own personal commitment, faith, and self determination.
My true passion and life purpose is to help hurting people achieve the best possible quality of life. With all of life's difficulties, we often need assistance in developing coping skills, healthy thought patterns, and emotional equilibrium. I see myself as a guide who helps people navigate through difficulty to holistically healthy living, based on their own personal commitment, faith, and self determination.
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Living Transformations, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP-II, C-PD, CPCS, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Brunswick, GA 31520 (Online Only)
As a mental health therapist I am committed to assisting my clients in developing self-awareness and their ability to manage their behaviors and emotions in a healthy, meaningful and appropriate way. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), specializing in trauma therapy, anxiety disorders, grief/loss and Borderline Personality Disorder. It is my purpose to empower, educate and encourage my clients in their growth process so that they may manage life's challenges and struggles.
As a mental health therapist I am committed to assisting my clients in developing self-awareness and their ability to manage their behaviors and emotions in a healthy, meaningful and appropriate way. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), specializing in trauma therapy, anxiety disorders, grief/loss and Borderline Personality Disorder. It is my purpose to empower, educate and encourage my clients in their growth process so that they may manage life's challenges and struggles.
If you or your child are struggling with attention, learning, or emotional struggles, I can help you uncover the foundation of your difficulties. Then we can explore ways to improve individual and/or family functioning and restore a sense of balance.
If you or your child are struggling with attention, learning, or emotional struggles, I can help you uncover the foundation of your difficulties. Then we can explore ways to improve individual and/or family functioning and restore a sense of balance.
When life happens, it can be overwhelming. There are losses, there is trauma, and there is fear. Research shows that anxiety has increased in our world since the pandemic. It's no wonder with all the changes we have endured. One model of therapy is called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In this model, individuals learn how to think differently which affects how they feel. If you're interested in feeling better, let's talk!
When life happens, it can be overwhelming. There are losses, there is trauma, and there is fear. Research shows that anxiety has increased in our world since the pandemic. It's no wonder with all the changes we have endured. One model of therapy is called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In this model, individuals learn how to think differently which affects how they feel. If you're interested in feeling better, let's talk!
Radiant Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brunswick, GA 31520
We strive to be a leading force in the therapeutic process by practicing our “4 C’s”: being CARING, COMPETENT, CLIENT CENTERED and, COLLABORATIVE! We are committed to fighting the stigma that seeking therapy is something to be ashamed of. We believe that engaging in the therapeutic process should be as celebrated as engaging in physical fitness and as vital as going to the doctor. We work to assist our clients in discovering that through open and honest dialogue, we can find clarity, a sense of peace and individual inner radiance.
We strive to be a leading force in the therapeutic process by practicing our “4 C’s”: being CARING, COMPETENT, CLIENT CENTERED and, COLLABORATIVE! We are committed to fighting the stigma that seeking therapy is something to be ashamed of. We believe that engaging in the therapeutic process should be as celebrated as engaging in physical fitness and as vital as going to the doctor. We work to assist our clients in discovering that through open and honest dialogue, we can find clarity, a sense of peace and individual inner radiance.
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Amy Clifton Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Statesboro, GA 30458
I have a passion for working the older adults and their families, as well as individuals that experience grief and loss.
I enjoy working with people from all walks of life. Sharing a brief moment in a person's journey, is such an honor. I strive to provide a safe environment for people to be able to express their concerns. By identifying needs, it can make achieving goals more manageable. My experience has been working with adults who may have difficulty with life transitions in managing their emotions. Life transitions can happen in adult hood by going away from home for the first time , losing a loved one, caring for an aging parent, caring for grandchildren, chronic and terminal illness, anxiety/depression.
I have a passion for working the older adults and their families, as well as individuals that experience grief and loss.
I enjoy working with people from all walks of life. Sharing a brief moment in a person's journey, is such an honor. I strive to provide a safe environment for people to be able to express their concerns. By identifying needs, it can make achieving goals more manageable. My experience has been working with adults who may have difficulty with life transitions in managing their emotions. Life transitions can happen in adult hood by going away from home for the first time , losing a loved one, caring for an aging parent, caring for grandchildren, chronic and terminal illness, anxiety/depression.
William (Will) Barnes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Savannah, GA 31410
I believe my most effective work is with couples for premarital, weddings, and troubled marriages. I have over thirty-five years of experience in this area. Military personnel and couples are also one of my areas with a great deal of experience. Additionally, I have extensive work in grief counseling and addictions. Other areas include issues with aging and diseases as well as issues of spirituality. I believe every person should be treated with dignity, professionalism and according to their own individual needs. I work with all persons to make therapy appropriate and affordable.
I believe my most effective work is with couples for premarital, weddings, and troubled marriages. I have over thirty-five years of experience in this area. Military personnel and couples are also one of my areas with a great deal of experience. Additionally, I have extensive work in grief counseling and addictions. Other areas include issues with aging and diseases as well as issues of spirituality. I believe every person should be treated with dignity, professionalism and according to their own individual needs. I work with all persons to make therapy appropriate and affordable.
Holmes Consulting Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DMin, LCSW, MDiv, MAC
Verified Verified
Rincon, GA 31326
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that has more than 15 years of experience. I enjoy working with people individually and collectively. I am confident that together you and I can move forward to progression. I am here to help you conqueror those giants that may seem to big to tackle alone. I specialize with working with children, adolescents, and adults that are dealing with anxiety, depression, moods, gender issues to name a few. I would like to come alongside of you and help you identify what you aspire as an individual or group on a personal and professional surface.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that has more than 15 years of experience. I enjoy working with people individually and collectively. I am confident that together you and I can move forward to progression. I am here to help you conqueror those giants that may seem to big to tackle alone. I specialize with working with children, adolescents, and adults that are dealing with anxiety, depression, moods, gender issues to name a few. I would like to come alongside of you and help you identify what you aspire as an individual or group on a personal and professional surface.
“Nothing ever goes away until it has taught us what we need to know.” Pema Chodron. Greetings. What is your comfort level with being in the present moment? While we cannot change the past or the future, we can safely acknowledge where we are now. When I begin working with clients, we start where they are and hold space for the “present” of now. Time progresses and changes occur, sometimes comfortably and other times not so comfortably. I am passionate about supporting my clients as they travel their journey and embrace the gifts they possess.
“Nothing ever goes away until it has taught us what we need to know.” Pema Chodron. Greetings. What is your comfort level with being in the present moment? While we cannot change the past or the future, we can safely acknowledge where we are now. When I begin working with clients, we start where they are and hold space for the “present” of now. Time progresses and changes occur, sometimes comfortably and other times not so comfortably. I am passionate about supporting my clients as they travel their journey and embrace the gifts they possess.
I DO NOT CHARGE A FEE FOR ANY OF MY SERVICES; donations are appreciated with no expectations . I am well experienced in all areas of Counseling ,. Treatment is individualized and structured for your specific issue The client and myself together develops an individualized plan. I work by listening, hearing and helping my client gain a deeper understanding of obstacles, which are causing repeating patterns of negative behavior,and how to overcome struggles. My clients find me engaging and sensitive to their issues. Phone sessions and E-life advisement for those too busy , or desiring anonymity !
I DO NOT CHARGE A FEE FOR ANY OF MY SERVICES; donations are appreciated with no expectations . I am well experienced in all areas of Counseling ,. Treatment is individualized and structured for your specific issue The client and myself together develops an individualized plan. I work by listening, hearing and helping my client gain a deeper understanding of obstacles, which are causing repeating patterns of negative behavior,and how to overcome struggles. My clients find me engaging and sensitive to their issues. Phone sessions and E-life advisement for those too busy , or desiring anonymity !
Do you feel stuck or overwhelmed by life? Are painful events or fear holding you back? Are you having difficulty forgiving yourself or finding peace after a loss? Are you ready to change your life, but don't know how? My name is Melissa Robinson Graves and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 22 years of experience serving culturally diverse men, women, couples and families move towards healing. I have worked with a variety of issues including abuse and trauma survivors, grief/loss, divorce,
Do you feel stuck or overwhelmed by life? Are painful events or fear holding you back? Are you having difficulty forgiving yourself or finding peace after a loss? Are you ready to change your life, but don't know how? My name is Melissa Robinson Graves and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 22 years of experience serving culturally diverse men, women, couples and families move towards healing. I have worked with a variety of issues including abuse and trauma survivors, grief/loss, divorce,
Heritage Counseling has been offering mental health care for over 20 years. We have seven therapists (LPC, LCSW and LMFT) who specialize in a number of areas. We offer a wide range of appointments including Saturdays and evenings to accommodate today's busy families. Our therapists have worked with the local schools, courts, military and industry to help clients reach their desired outcomes. Our goal is to provide you with quality, well trained and confidential mental health care. All of our therapists hold advanced degrees, are state licensed and maintain their expertise via ongoing continuing education and peer consultation.
Heritage Counseling has been offering mental health care for over 20 years. We have seven therapists (LPC, LCSW and LMFT) who specialize in a number of areas. We offer a wide range of appointments including Saturdays and evenings to accommodate today's busy families. Our therapists have worked with the local schools, courts, military and industry to help clients reach their desired outcomes. Our goal is to provide you with quality, well trained and confidential mental health care. All of our therapists hold advanced degrees, are state licensed and maintain their expertise via ongoing continuing education and peer consultation.
Hi! It’s nice to meet you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker with over 10 years of experience with patients of all ages. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Health Services Administration from the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida and a Master’s degree in Social Work from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas. I specialize in grief and bereavement therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma, including PTSD, childhood trauma, and survivors of domestic violence.
Hi! It’s nice to meet you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker with over 10 years of experience with patients of all ages. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Health Services Administration from the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida and a Master’s degree in Social Work from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas. I specialize in grief and bereavement therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma, including PTSD, childhood trauma, and survivors of domestic violence.
My diverse work experiences have allowed me to counsel individuals struggling with such issues as anxiety, depression, addiction, adjust to unexpected life events, grief, and trauma. My work in the field of trauma has also included working with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and childhood abuse. In addition, I have spent years working in the fields of home health and hospice, as well as providing support and psychotherapy to homeless individuals and those suffering from HIV/AIDS.
My diverse work experiences have allowed me to counsel individuals struggling with such issues as anxiety, depression, addiction, adjust to unexpected life events, grief, and trauma. My work in the field of trauma has also included working with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and childhood abuse. In addition, I have spent years working in the fields of home health and hospice, as well as providing support and psychotherapy to homeless individuals and those suffering from HIV/AIDS.
SSA Counseling & Consultation, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, MFT-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Savannah, GA 31419 (Online Only)
Making the decision to seek help is the first step to realizing that you have the power and choice to create the life you desire. Work can be stressful, school can be hard, raising children is challenging and relationships change. All these challenges can have an intense impact on your mood, thoughts and motivation to participate in daily activities. It is the passion of SSA Counseling to meet you where you are and help you get to where you want to be, to find resolution regardless to what that may look like.
Making the decision to seek help is the first step to realizing that you have the power and choice to create the life you desire. Work can be stressful, school can be hard, raising children is challenging and relationships change. All these challenges can have an intense impact on your mood, thoughts and motivation to participate in daily activities. It is the passion of SSA Counseling to meet you where you are and help you get to where you want to be, to find resolution regardless to what that may look like.
Luann Jean Boulio-Lucier
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Savannah, GA 31405
Waitlist for new clients
I am honored to work with you as you navigate your path to wellness. I have worked with countless people struggling with depression, worry, mood disorders, and trauma. I can help you work to reconcile your past, and learn how to have safe and healthy boundaries. I can help you reach your goals of direction, focus, safety, and balance.
I am honored to work with you as you navigate your path to wellness. I have worked with countless people struggling with depression, worry, mood disorders, and trauma. I can help you work to reconcile your past, and learn how to have safe and healthy boundaries. I can help you reach your goals of direction, focus, safety, and balance.
Advanced Counseling Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Savannah, GA 31405
I am available for same day telehealth or phone sessions for those experiencing any issues related to the the Corona Virus. Experienced Therapist treating a wide variety of anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction related issues. I prefer to identify strengths and solutions to facilitate your recovery. Experience with Military related adjustment and deployment issues. . If you are experiencing problems with depression, anxiety, substance use or temporary stressors, we will focus on solutions in an objective and non-judgmental way. This is the most important step to resolving your issues. Court ordered Substance Counseling avail
I am available for same day telehealth or phone sessions for those experiencing any issues related to the the Corona Virus. Experienced Therapist treating a wide variety of anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction related issues. I prefer to identify strengths and solutions to facilitate your recovery. Experience with Military related adjustment and deployment issues. . If you are experiencing problems with depression, anxiety, substance use or temporary stressors, we will focus on solutions in an objective and non-judgmental way. This is the most important step to resolving your issues. Court ordered Substance Counseling avail
Do your symptoms seem to be getting worse? Or do you need clarity? Life always presents us with challenges, and we all feel unsure sometimes. My treatment approach focuses on exploration and gaining insight into the sources of your distress. I also gear treatment towards understanding what a balanced and happy life looks like for you. Together, we will identify steps you can take towards building a life you want.
Do your symptoms seem to be getting worse? Or do you need clarity? Life always presents us with challenges, and we all feel unsure sometimes. My treatment approach focuses on exploration and gaining insight into the sources of your distress. I also gear treatment towards understanding what a balanced and happy life looks like for you. Together, we will identify steps you can take towards building a life you want.
Welcome! My name is Hannah and I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking guidance, healing, and personal growth. Through therapeutic interventions, I am here to help you navigate life's challenges, explore your emotions, and work towards meaningful change. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal development, I am here to support you on your journey towards wellness and fulfillment. I love supporting my local community and helping my clients feel and be their best!
Welcome! My name is Hannah and I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking guidance, healing, and personal growth. Through therapeutic interventions, I am here to help you navigate life's challenges, explore your emotions, and work towards meaningful change. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal development, I am here to support you on your journey towards wellness and fulfillment. I love supporting my local community and helping my clients feel and be their best!
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Can dementia patients benefit from counseling?
Dementia patients can often benefit significantly from counseling. While neurologists typically treat dementia itself, counselors provide crucial emotional support for patients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia can help clients navigate aging, end-of-life issues, social isolation, sleep challenges, and grief. They can also assist clients in adapting to the disease by addressing caregiving concerns and supporting family members. Counselors will often also collaborate with a patient's neurologist or other medical providers to manage dementia symptoms and medication needs.
How can you tell if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's?
To determine if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's disease, there are several signs and diagnostic methods that medical professionals use. Early signs of dementia often include memory loss, difficulty with problem-solving, and challenges in completing familiar tasks. Diagnosing dementia or Alzheimer's requires a comprehensive approach, as there is no single definitive test, and initial diagnosis can sometimes be difficult as symptoms tend to worsen progressively over time. To make a diagnosis, medical professionals typically use a combination of methods, including standardized questionnaires and cognitive tests to assess memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, psychiatric evaluations to understand mental health status, brain scans to look for physical changes in the brain, as well as other medical tests to rule out other conditions.
What are the first-line treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease?
There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but catching the disease in its early-to-moderate phases can be beneficial in order to initiate first-line treatments to help manage symptoms. Medications such as galantamine, rivastigmine, and donepezil are examples of cholinesterase inhibitors that are commonly prescribed for Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, working with a therapist or social worker can also often help patients with the disease address common behavioral and lifestyle concerns, such as anxiety, depression, irritability, sleep problems, social support, and housing changes.
When to seek treatment for Alzheimer’s?
It’s best to seek treatment at the first signs of Alzheimer's. Early warning signs of Alzheimer’s include memory problems, such as forgetting appointments or directions, as well as trouble concentrating, paying attention, retrieving words, and carrying out daily household tasks. An early diagnosis can help people slow the progression of the disease with medication and plan for the future in terms of housing, social/caregiving support, and finances.