Dementia Therapists in Ridgewood, NJ
Dr. Gail Canavan is an advanced practice nurse clinician with more than 30 years of experience in private practice treating adolescents and adults with mental health concerns including depression, panic and anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), drug and alcohol addiction, out of control sexual behavior, post-traumatic stress disorder (P.T.S.D.), eating disorders, and dementia. In addition to an integrative general psychotherapy and medication management practice, Dr. Canavan specializes in sex therapy and relationship dynamics, working with individuals and couples of all ages and sexual orientations.
Dr. Gail Canavan is an advanced practice nurse clinician with more than 30 years of experience in private practice treating adolescents and adults with mental health concerns including depression, panic and anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), drug and alcohol addiction, out of control sexual behavior, post-traumatic stress disorder (P.T.S.D.), eating disorders, and dementia. In addition to an integrative general psychotherapy and medication management practice, Dr. Canavan specializes in sex therapy and relationship dynamics, working with individuals and couples of all ages and sexual orientations.
My research and clinical expertise involves schizophrenia and related psychotic disorders, the psychiatric sequelae of brain injuries, and the cognitive and psychological aspects of various dementias.
As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with specialized training in neuropsychology, I focus on brain-behavior relationships and the use of evidence-based practices. I completed my postdoctoral training in neuropsychology at Yale University. I have also trained at Weill-Cornell Medical College and Columbia University in the treatment and evaluation of neurobehavioral disorders. At present, I am an adjunct professor at NYU in the department of Applied Psychology. In my practice, I employ cognitive-behavioral techniques to help patients understand the relationships between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
My research and clinical expertise involves schizophrenia and related psychotic disorders, the psychiatric sequelae of brain injuries, and the cognitive and psychological aspects of various dementias.
As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with specialized training in neuropsychology, I focus on brain-behavior relationships and the use of evidence-based practices. I completed my postdoctoral training in neuropsychology at Yale University. I have also trained at Weill-Cornell Medical College and Columbia University in the treatment and evaluation of neurobehavioral disorders. At present, I am an adjunct professor at NYU in the department of Applied Psychology. In my practice, I employ cognitive-behavioral techniques to help patients understand the relationships between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
My focus is on the problem(s) YOU identify which need work. We'll talk about the obstacles to reaching your goal and then discuss ways to move beyond these blockages. Our sessions will address the trials, surprises and errors you find along the way to establish the confidence and peace of living one's truth.
My focus is on the problem(s) YOU identify which need work. We'll talk about the obstacles to reaching your goal and then discuss ways to move beyond these blockages. Our sessions will address the trials, surprises and errors you find along the way to establish the confidence and peace of living one's truth.
Chamomile Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Are you feeling stuck in your daily life? Are you feeling burned out? Do you feel no motivation to wake up and make changes that you think are necessary? I believe therapy can make changes in your daily life so that you feel motivated and empowered to continue which will result in a significant decrease in general stress level. As a trained therapist, I will walk with you to help you to see where you are and where you are heading within a holistic, client-centered approach. You will encounter small and large challenges throughout your life. You can benefit from therapy sessions by learning how to better manage these stressors.
Are you feeling stuck in your daily life? Are you feeling burned out? Do you feel no motivation to wake up and make changes that you think are necessary? I believe therapy can make changes in your daily life so that you feel motivated and empowered to continue which will result in a significant decrease in general stress level. As a trained therapist, I will walk with you to help you to see where you are and where you are heading within a holistic, client-centered approach. You will encounter small and large challenges throughout your life. You can benefit from therapy sessions by learning how to better manage these stressors.
Justin Rudolph, LCSW received his masters degree in Social Work from Yeshiva University and specializes in cognitive-behavioral therapy with families, individuals, adults, and adolescents. He utilizes the most up-to-date cognitive-behavioral techniques and has extensive training and experience with mindfulness-based practices, acceptance and commitment therapy, rational emotive behavioral therapy, and EMDR. Justin operates from a compassionate, client-centered approach and will help to guide you on your path towards self-actualization and inner freedom.
Justin Rudolph, LCSW received his masters degree in Social Work from Yeshiva University and specializes in cognitive-behavioral therapy with families, individuals, adults, and adolescents. He utilizes the most up-to-date cognitive-behavioral techniques and has extensive training and experience with mindfulness-based practices, acceptance and commitment therapy, rational emotive behavioral therapy, and EMDR. Justin operates from a compassionate, client-centered approach and will help to guide you on your path towards self-actualization and inner freedom.
Having had a diversity of experiences allows me a unique ability to approach helping others. I provide neuropsychological assessment as well as a variety of treatment services, using an mix of various orientations and modalities. I understand how cognitive and emotional difficulties can impact not just school/work functioning but also personal relationships and family life. I appreciate that parents and families can play an important role in treatment and include them when appropriate. I work with a variety of emotional and neurological issues with the ultimate goal of helping my clients get the most they can from their lives.
Having had a diversity of experiences allows me a unique ability to approach helping others. I provide neuropsychological assessment as well as a variety of treatment services, using an mix of various orientations and modalities. I understand how cognitive and emotional difficulties can impact not just school/work functioning but also personal relationships and family life. I appreciate that parents and families can play an important role in treatment and include them when appropriate. I work with a variety of emotional and neurological issues with the ultimate goal of helping my clients get the most they can from their lives.
Kathleen McHugh Akbar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ridgewood, NJ 07450 (Online Only)
You may be reading this because you’ve experienced a very difficult loss or transition in your life. Maybe you have lost a loved one or a pregnancy. Perhaps you are struggling as you or a relative begin hospice care or approach the end stage of a disease. You might be grieving a beloved pet or the end of a meaningful relationship. Loss, although universal, can feel isolating and unbearable to endure. I can help you cope - you don't need to go through this alone.
You may be reading this because you’ve experienced a very difficult loss or transition in your life. Maybe you have lost a loved one or a pregnancy. Perhaps you are struggling as you or a relative begin hospice care or approach the end stage of a disease. You might be grieving a beloved pet or the end of a meaningful relationship. Loss, although universal, can feel isolating and unbearable to endure. I can help you cope - you don't need to go through this alone.
I bring 22 years of clinical practice with adults, children, couples and families along with 17 years of pastoral counseling experience. My clinical and pastoral background gives me the opportunity to provide a gentle calming presence and a compassionate understanding to my work with individuals and families who struggle with managing life challenges related to anxiety, depression and resolving conflict. I also provide life coaching to help individuals navigate life transitions due to separation, divorce, loss and grief.
I bring 22 years of clinical practice with adults, children, couples and families along with 17 years of pastoral counseling experience. My clinical and pastoral background gives me the opportunity to provide a gentle calming presence and a compassionate understanding to my work with individuals and families who struggle with managing life challenges related to anxiety, depression and resolving conflict. I also provide life coaching to help individuals navigate life transitions due to separation, divorce, loss and grief.
Christina Athanasatos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Everyone has a unique and special story and life experiences that have brought them to the place they are in now. I am here to listen empathically without judgement and help understand the person you are and the struggles and challenges you are facing. I use various modalities of therapy customized to meet my clients needs. I will implement a personalized therapeutic approach dependent on the assessment of your individual circumstances and needs . When needed, I collaborate with various other professionals including psychiatrists, dietitians, treatment programs, and other programs suited for my individualized client's needs.
Everyone has a unique and special story and life experiences that have brought them to the place they are in now. I am here to listen empathically without judgement and help understand the person you are and the struggles and challenges you are facing. I use various modalities of therapy customized to meet my clients needs. I will implement a personalized therapeutic approach dependent on the assessment of your individual circumstances and needs . When needed, I collaborate with various other professionals including psychiatrists, dietitians, treatment programs, and other programs suited for my individualized client's needs.
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Jonathan Frank
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410 (Online Only)
I work with teens and adults of all ages and specialize in older adult issues including life transitions, grief, and degenerative brain disorders which cause dementia such as Alzheimer's disease.
Is life getting you down? Are you having difficulty adjusting to changes in your life? Do you need to learn coping skills to better your life? Prioritizing your mental health is hard! I am here to make sure you get the compassionate strengths-based care that you deserve! You deserve the therapist that meets you are where you are at and helps support you towards your goals!
I work with teens and adults of all ages and specialize in older adult issues including life transitions, grief, and degenerative brain disorders which cause dementia such as Alzheimer's disease.
Is life getting you down? Are you having difficulty adjusting to changes in your life? Do you need to learn coping skills to better your life? Prioritizing your mental health is hard! I am here to make sure you get the compassionate strengths-based care that you deserve! You deserve the therapist that meets you are where you are at and helps support you towards your goals!
My mission is to patiently support people in seeking and finding joy that eludes them, helping them to empower themselves by using psychotherapy & hypnotherapy, working with the mind, body, emotions and our spirit that makes us unique and a part of the whole of humanity. Our therapeutic alliance encourages a look at the world in a new, safe way. Hypnosis and work in the subconscious is the eye to the soul. I'm an expert hypnotherapist with numerous hypnosis certifications, in private psychotherapy practice since 2005 and a practicing clinical hypnotherapist since 1995, located in NJ.
My mission is to patiently support people in seeking and finding joy that eludes them, helping them to empower themselves by using psychotherapy & hypnotherapy, working with the mind, body, emotions and our spirit that makes us unique and a part of the whole of humanity. Our therapeutic alliance encourages a look at the world in a new, safe way. Hypnosis and work in the subconscious is the eye to the soul. I'm an expert hypnotherapist with numerous hypnosis certifications, in private psychotherapy practice since 2005 and a practicing clinical hypnotherapist since 1995, located in NJ.
Rising Up Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410 (Online Only)
Nataly Ebid, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of New Jersey. Nataly obtained her BA in psychology and MSW at Rutgers University. Nataly has been working in the mental health field for over 10 years providing psychotherapy/counseling. Nataly has specialized in working with adults 65+ and young adults. Nataly has worked with individuals with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, PTSD, and adjustment disorders.
Nataly Ebid, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of New Jersey. Nataly obtained her BA in psychology and MSW at Rutgers University. Nataly has been working in the mental health field for over 10 years providing psychotherapy/counseling. Nataly has specialized in working with adults 65+ and young adults. Nataly has worked with individuals with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, PTSD, and adjustment disorders.
After 33 years working at a clinic that served a varied population, and after working as the Director of a Partial Hospital Program for half of those years, I retired only to find that I missed working to help people succeed at resolving the issues that presented them with life challenges. The feedback I have received from my clients is that I have been of great help to them and that they have found me to be warm, supportive, insightful and easy to relate to. I also bring with me, a wide variety of personal experiences. I love my work.
After 33 years working at a clinic that served a varied population, and after working as the Director of a Partial Hospital Program for half of those years, I retired only to find that I missed working to help people succeed at resolving the issues that presented them with life challenges. The feedback I have received from my clients is that I have been of great help to them and that they have found me to be warm, supportive, insightful and easy to relate to. I also bring with me, a wide variety of personal experiences. I love my work.
Lauren Luppino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Midland Park, NJ 07432 (Online Only)
Welcome to a space where your emotional well-being is the priority.
Welcome to a space where your emotional well-being is the priority.
I enjoy my profession as a therapist. Every person faces life transitions and crises. All that we can control is how we respond to these challenges. My approach is to try to understand each client's unique needs, discover and mobilize the client's strengths, and enhance their coping skills. I strive to help my client use the precipitant, what brought them to therapy, to grow as a person from the therapy experience. My approach is to listen to my client, help them process their feelings, empower them to see that they have choices, and choose emotionally healthy options.
I enjoy my profession as a therapist. Every person faces life transitions and crises. All that we can control is how we respond to these challenges. My approach is to try to understand each client's unique needs, discover and mobilize the client's strengths, and enhance their coping skills. I strive to help my client use the precipitant, what brought them to therapy, to grow as a person from the therapy experience. My approach is to listen to my client, help them process their feelings, empower them to see that they have choices, and choose emotionally healthy options.
Nazeli M. Mouradian-Afarian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Paramus, NJ 07652
When unresolved lifelong challenges cause feelings of helplessness and hopelessness, proper diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve general well-being. My clinical experience encompassed serving families and individuals who are going through life cycle changes such as developmental delays, ADHD, coping with grief/loss, adjustment to divorce, parenting support, adoption, chronic pain, and family estrangement. I aim to empower my clients to discover their best selves by utilizing my clinical expertise, and providing them with essential tools needed to attain their highest level of independent functioning.
When unresolved lifelong challenges cause feelings of helplessness and hopelessness, proper diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve general well-being. My clinical experience encompassed serving families and individuals who are going through life cycle changes such as developmental delays, ADHD, coping with grief/loss, adjustment to divorce, parenting support, adoption, chronic pain, and family estrangement. I aim to empower my clients to discover their best selves by utilizing my clinical expertise, and providing them with essential tools needed to attain their highest level of independent functioning.
Too often individuals & couples self-impose obstacles to their own happiness. Within a warm, caring atmosphere, I endeavor to help rid clients of these roadblocks--to get them unstuck from repetitive, unproductive behaviors and/or relational patterns so that they may move on to richer fuller lives. While nurturing & supportive, I am active & solution focused, concentrating on the present with an understanding of the past.
Too often individuals & couples self-impose obstacles to their own happiness. Within a warm, caring atmosphere, I endeavor to help rid clients of these roadblocks--to get them unstuck from repetitive, unproductive behaviors and/or relational patterns so that they may move on to richer fuller lives. While nurturing & supportive, I am active & solution focused, concentrating on the present with an understanding of the past.
Amy Meyerson Kotliar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACHP-SW
Verified Verified
Paramus, NJ 07652
Life can certainly be a struggle at times. Aging, whether you are just beginning to feel it or you have been moving through it for some time, is hard. Feelings of loss, depression, anger, shame, guilt and/or anxiety can waylay us and make it difficult to cope. Problems with independence, relationships, family conflicts, health issues, professional work and grief from loss can all be overwhelming. Exploring these issues in a safe, supportive environment can be helpful. By understanding what is triggering these feelings and developing tools to assist in coping, things can be less difficult and enjoyable again.
Life can certainly be a struggle at times. Aging, whether you are just beginning to feel it or you have been moving through it for some time, is hard. Feelings of loss, depression, anger, shame, guilt and/or anxiety can waylay us and make it difficult to cope. Problems with independence, relationships, family conflicts, health issues, professional work and grief from loss can all be overwhelming. Exploring these issues in a safe, supportive environment can be helpful. By understanding what is triggering these feelings and developing tools to assist in coping, things can be less difficult and enjoyable again.
Hello, My Name is Kelsey Bisson, LCSW. I work at Balance and Thrive Mental Health Counseling and Psychoeducation Center. I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of NJ with 10 years of experience working closely with individuals, groups, and families. I specialize with adults across the lifespan with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and the effects of aging and illness on individuals and families, with specialized training in treating our older adult population and their caregivers.
Hello, My Name is Kelsey Bisson, LCSW. I work at Balance and Thrive Mental Health Counseling and Psychoeducation Center. I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of NJ with 10 years of experience working closely with individuals, groups, and families. I specialize with adults across the lifespan with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and the effects of aging and illness on individuals and families, with specialized training in treating our older adult population and their caregivers.
Iva Kirzhner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Paramus, NJ 07652 (Online Only)
Life brings challenges to all of us; I understand this on a personal level. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience guiding and advocating for people who suffer from depression, anxiety and personality disorders. I've worked firsthand with terminally ill patients and provided grief counseling to their families.
Life brings challenges to all of us; I understand this on a personal level. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience guiding and advocating for people who suffer from depression, anxiety and personality disorders. I've worked firsthand with terminally ill patients and provided grief counseling to their families.
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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.