Dementia Therapists in Fishkill, NY

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Mary Farkas
LCAT, MA, RDT, CDP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fishkill, NY 12524
I have specialty training in perinatal mental health, women's health, chronic illness, memory loss and end of life care.
You’re so tired. And you’re tired of saying you’re tired. Especially after these exhausting COVID years. It’s so hard to turn your mind off from your worries and your endless to-do list. You’re overwhelmed, wondering when things will get easier. You provide so much care to others, but you get lost in the shuffle. Your temper flares easily. So much has changed in your life, and you wonder if you will feel like yourself again. Care work is incredibly hard and often invisible, and caring for yourself in the midst of that is even harder.
I have specialty training in perinatal mental health, women's health, chronic illness, memory loss and end of life care.
You’re so tired. And you’re tired of saying you’re tired. Especially after these exhausting COVID years. It’s so hard to turn your mind off from your worries and your endless to-do list. You’re overwhelmed, wondering when things will get easier. You provide so much care to others, but you get lost in the shuffle. Your temper flares easily. So much has changed in your life, and you wonder if you will feel like yourself again. Care work is incredibly hard and often invisible, and caring for yourself in the midst of that is even harder.
(845) 202-4312 View (845) 202-4312
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Alison Sandra Nydick Haller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR, -
Verified Verified
Fishkill, NY 12524
i work with clients ages 10and over but primarily adults with a widevarietyof mood,anxiety,obsessive compulsive.grief,chronic pain and illness,personality disorders.anger and stressmanagement,grief issues,bipolar disorder,ADHD.couples therapy.With all of my clients I focus on identifying their distressing dysfunctional symptoms,their negative thoughts that lead to debilitating emotions and behaviors,and teaching my clients positive coping skills such as emotional deregulation,interpersonal effectiveness,staying in the present,and learning distress tolerance skills,I perform family,individal,and couples therapy focusing on the treatment of adolescents as well as adult clients to maximize their potential.
i work with clients ages 10and over but primarily adults with a widevarietyof mood,anxiety,obsessive compulsive.grief,chronic pain and illness,personality disorders.anger and stressmanagement,grief issues,bipolar disorder,ADHD.couples therapy.With all of my clients I focus on identifying their distressing dysfunctional symptoms,their negative thoughts that lead to debilitating emotions and behaviors,and teaching my clients positive coping skills such as emotional deregulation,interpersonal effectiveness,staying in the present,and learning distress tolerance skills,I perform family,individal,and couples therapy focusing on the treatment of adolescents as well as adult clients to maximize their potential.
(845) 262-2561 View (845) 262-2561
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Integrating the Self - Mental Health & Wellness
Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fishkill, NY 12524
With an outside the box approach, our therapists use creative means to bring healing, growth, and change in addition to traditional talk therapy. We work with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, OCD, managing major life changes, anger management, codependency, relationship struggles, trauma, invisible illness (MS, etc), insomnia, and many different stressors and situations from childhood all through adult life. We’re a group of 6 therapists offering a wide range of therapy services, aligned practices, and wellness workshops, so we most likely have something that you are looking for.
With an outside the box approach, our therapists use creative means to bring healing, growth, and change in addition to traditional talk therapy. We work with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, OCD, managing major life changes, anger management, codependency, relationship struggles, trauma, invisible illness (MS, etc), insomnia, and many different stressors and situations from childhood all through adult life. We’re a group of 6 therapists offering a wide range of therapy services, aligned practices, and wellness workshops, so we most likely have something that you are looking for.
(845) 209-0748 View (845) 209-0748
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Karla Karpowicz
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, BC-DMT, RYT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fishkill, NY 12524
As a Mind/Body oriented Therapist, I understand that our emotions, behaviors, and physical body are sensitive to the stressors we face; we can literally FEEL anxiety, depression, and strong emotions. These stressors can affect our whole selves, often manifesting in negative thinking patterns and/or physical sensations of stress. Whether you are having trouble managing stress, and/or experiencing grief, loss, difficult emotions, relationship issues, anxiety/panic, or you feel like you've lost yourself somewhere along the way, working with your mind AND body through integrated psychotherapy, can help.
As a Mind/Body oriented Therapist, I understand that our emotions, behaviors, and physical body are sensitive to the stressors we face; we can literally FEEL anxiety, depression, and strong emotions. These stressors can affect our whole selves, often manifesting in negative thinking patterns and/or physical sensations of stress. Whether you are having trouble managing stress, and/or experiencing grief, loss, difficult emotions, relationship issues, anxiety/panic, or you feel like you've lost yourself somewhere along the way, working with your mind AND body through integrated psychotherapy, can help.
(845) 669-6238 View (845) 669-6238
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Rosemarie Antonecchia
Mental Health Counselor, MS , LMHC
Verified Verified
Fishkill, NY 12524  (Online Only)
Navigating life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Whether you're a senior facing the transitions that come with aging, a military family coping with unique pressures, or an individual seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you. Life's changes—whether they involve relationships, health, or identity—can be daunting, but together we can explore your strengths, uncover new perspectives, and build a path toward a more enriching, fulfilling life. You deserve to feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward confidently.
Navigating life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Whether you're a senior facing the transitions that come with aging, a military family coping with unique pressures, or an individual seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you. Life's changes—whether they involve relationships, health, or identity—can be daunting, but together we can explore your strengths, uncover new perspectives, and build a path toward a more enriching, fulfilling life. You deserve to feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward confidently.
(845) 681-6327 View (845) 681-6327
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Alicia Resnikoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACHP-SW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fishkill, NY 12524  (Online Only)
Hi there. Welcome to the first step of taking care of yourself. Do you feel overwhelmed by life? Are you having trouble coping with the stress of it all? Do you feel lost and alone? Therapy is a useful tool to help guide a person through life’s transitions such as depression, anxiety, grief, addressing the challenges of chronic/terminal illness, healing marital issues, divorce, death of a loved one, or job loss. You don't have to do it alone. We can do it together.
Hi there. Welcome to the first step of taking care of yourself. Do you feel overwhelmed by life? Are you having trouble coping with the stress of it all? Do you feel lost and alone? Therapy is a useful tool to help guide a person through life’s transitions such as depression, anxiety, grief, addressing the challenges of chronic/terminal illness, healing marital issues, divorce, death of a loved one, or job loss. You don't have to do it alone. We can do it together.
(845) 712-4618 View (845) 712-4618
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Pam McGurgan Marinelli
LMHC
Verified Verified
Fishkill, NY 12524
“This shouldn’t be happening.” “I can’t deal with this.” "This is not how I pictured it." Sound familiar? It's perfectly natural to feel lost or uncertain at times, especially when facing transitions or challenges in life. Remember, you are deserving of a life filled with love, connection, courage, creativity, and clear direction. You are not alone in these feelings, and it's important to acknowledge your worth and potential.
“This shouldn’t be happening.” “I can’t deal with this.” "This is not how I pictured it." Sound familiar? It's perfectly natural to feel lost or uncertain at times, especially when facing transitions or challenges in life. Remember, you are deserving of a life filled with love, connection, courage, creativity, and clear direction. You are not alone in these feelings, and it's important to acknowledge your worth and potential.
(845) 254-2107 View (845) 254-2107

More Therapists Nearby

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Louis Ernest Calabro
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
As an ABPP board certified neuropsychologist in the Hudson Valley, those in need of my assessment-evaluation services are children and adults challenged by learning difficulties, attentional deficits, memory problems, and pragmatic-social communication issues with underlying causes in neurological and/or environmental circumstances. In addition these individuals also unfortunately, but understandably, experience emotional distress associated with these difficulties. These difficulties may have had their onset in early development, through illness, as a result of injury, or developing in later adulthood. Their conditions usually impact major life roles in school, work, and relationships.
As an ABPP board certified neuropsychologist in the Hudson Valley, those in need of my assessment-evaluation services are children and adults challenged by learning difficulties, attentional deficits, memory problems, and pragmatic-social communication issues with underlying causes in neurological and/or environmental circumstances. In addition these individuals also unfortunately, but understandably, experience emotional distress associated with these difficulties. These difficulties may have had their onset in early development, through illness, as a result of injury, or developing in later adulthood. Their conditions usually impact major life roles in school, work, and relationships.
(845) 532-6419 View (845) 532-6419
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Avi Miodownik
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chelsea, NY 12512  (Online Only)
I am a clinical psychologist licensed in New York specializing in individual and couples therapy. In my practice, I work with adults and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship conflict, and the consequences of traumatic experiences. I also work with individuals looking to gain a deeper understanding of themselves. Much of the way I think about people, relationships, and psychotherapy is rooted in relational, psychodynamic theory which emphasizes non-judgemental curiosity about one’s thoughts, feelings, and behavioral patterns within the context of a therapeutic relationship.
I am a clinical psychologist licensed in New York specializing in individual and couples therapy. In my practice, I work with adults and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship conflict, and the consequences of traumatic experiences. I also work with individuals looking to gain a deeper understanding of themselves. Much of the way I think about people, relationships, and psychotherapy is rooted in relational, psychodynamic theory which emphasizes non-judgemental curiosity about one’s thoughts, feelings, and behavioral patterns within the context of a therapeutic relationship.
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Maryann Ryan
MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
New Windsor, NY 12553
I am a nurse practitioner holding dual board certifications in psychiatry and family medicine. I specialize in the medical management of mental disorders of children, adults and the elderly. My experience includes treating depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis, attention deficit disorder, dementia, substance abuse, among other conditions. In addition I am registered to certify patients for Medical Marijuana. For those that prefer to address their issues from home, telehealth is available. I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
I am a nurse practitioner holding dual board certifications in psychiatry and family medicine. I specialize in the medical management of mental disorders of children, adults and the elderly. My experience includes treating depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis, attention deficit disorder, dementia, substance abuse, among other conditions. In addition I am registered to certify patients for Medical Marijuana. For those that prefer to address their issues from home, telehealth is available. I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
(845) 286-9375 View (845) 286-9375
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Kris Firth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Beacon, NY 12508  (Online Only)
When we're struggling, it's healthy to look for help. With kindness, attention and experience as my guide, we will work to help you develop more self-compassion, understanding and acceptance. This will enable you to work more skillfully to change what you can and stop trying to change what you can't.
When we're struggling, it's healthy to look for help. With kindness, attention and experience as my guide, we will work to help you develop more self-compassion, understanding and acceptance. This will enable you to work more skillfully to change what you can and stop trying to change what you can't.
(845) 498-0605 View (845) 498-0605
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Maria Antell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Cold Spring, NY 10516
Life is about transitions! Whether you are struggling with your career, your body, your relationship, grief, caregiving, or trauma, I can help you find the tools to heal and create the life you envision. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I provide non-traditional walking/running therapy to help you manage anxiety, find peace with your body through movement and intuitive eating, and manage the stress of day-to-day life. Together we will decide if meeting in an office space, online, or on a nearby trail in nature is the best option for you. There is also an option to combine these settings while we work on your goals.
Life is about transitions! Whether you are struggling with your career, your body, your relationship, grief, caregiving, or trauma, I can help you find the tools to heal and create the life you envision. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I provide non-traditional walking/running therapy to help you manage anxiety, find peace with your body through movement and intuitive eating, and manage the stress of day-to-day life. Together we will decide if meeting in an office space, online, or on a nearby trail in nature is the best option for you. There is also an option to combine these settings while we work on your goals.
(845) 286-9446 View (845) 286-9446
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Danielle Matias
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
(646) 204-2295 View (646) 204-2295
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Kristen Plake
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Beacon, NY 12508  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing difficulty focusing due to racing thoughts? Do you have trouble sleeping or feel like you're sleeping too much? Do you feel anxious, on edge or find yourself dissociating via social media? If you're at the point in your life where you're looking for a change and need some support and guidance through this next stage, then seeking therapy was the right choice. Often times I work with people struggling with past or recent trauma's. I also work with individuals struggling with challenging feelings. Whatever brought you here, we will collaborate and find a way to bring you peace.
Are you experiencing difficulty focusing due to racing thoughts? Do you have trouble sleeping or feel like you're sleeping too much? Do you feel anxious, on edge or find yourself dissociating via social media? If you're at the point in your life where you're looking for a change and need some support and guidance through this next stage, then seeking therapy was the right choice. Often times I work with people struggling with past or recent trauma's. I also work with individuals struggling with challenging feelings. Whatever brought you here, we will collaborate and find a way to bring you peace.
(845) 203-8473 View (845) 203-8473
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Nancy Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beacon, NY 12508  (Online Only)
My name is Nancy Clark and I am a Licenced Clinical Social Worker (LSCW-R) accepting new patients in New York State via telehealth. I have 14 years of outpatient counseling experience and I work with a variety of ages from adolescents to adults. I offer a gentle, non-judgemental approach to exploring symptoms, life challenges and barriers to mental health wellness. I enjoy working with a mix of various age groups. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and young adults.
My name is Nancy Clark and I am a Licenced Clinical Social Worker (LSCW-R) accepting new patients in New York State via telehealth. I have 14 years of outpatient counseling experience and I work with a variety of ages from adolescents to adults. I offer a gentle, non-judgemental approach to exploring symptoms, life challenges and barriers to mental health wellness. I enjoy working with a mix of various age groups. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and young adults.
(914) 594-6219 View (914) 594-6219
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Elizabeth Carroll-Clarke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Beacon, NY 12508
I have 25 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and children. Currently, I provide therapeutic services to individuals, couples and families.
I have 25 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and children. Currently, I provide therapeutic services to individuals, couples and families.
(914) 861-3188 View (914) 861-3188
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Dr. Gila Z Reckess
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603  (Online Only)
Parents of kids under 10: Are you struggling to show up for your kids the way you want because you’re feeling overwhelmed or weighed down with worry, sadness, or maybe even feeling nothing at all? And no matter how badly you want to “do better,” you find yourself snapping, yelling, making threats, and cringing as your own parents’ words come out of your mouth, leaving you wondering if you’re broken and unfixable and failing at the job that matters most to you. Or has your child's medical or psychological diagnosis left you feeling scared and confused and alone?
Parents of kids under 10: Are you struggling to show up for your kids the way you want because you’re feeling overwhelmed or weighed down with worry, sadness, or maybe even feeling nothing at all? And no matter how badly you want to “do better,” you find yourself snapping, yelling, making threats, and cringing as your own parents’ words come out of your mouth, leaving you wondering if you’re broken and unfixable and failing at the job that matters most to you. Or has your child's medical or psychological diagnosis left you feeling scared and confused and alone?
(845) 720-4273 View (845) 720-4273
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Algion R. Seals
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
With so many things going on in the world, it is often easy to neglect one's own mental health. Just as the physical health is important, so is the mental health. We provide a safe, private, and non-judgmental space, allowing clients the freedom to express themselves. It also important to understand that enlisting help is a sign of strength as it takes a tough person to admit when they need the support of a mental health professional.
With so many things going on in the world, it is often easy to neglect one's own mental health. Just as the physical health is important, so is the mental health. We provide a safe, private, and non-judgmental space, allowing clients the freedom to express themselves. It also important to understand that enlisting help is a sign of strength as it takes a tough person to admit when they need the support of a mental health professional.
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Kathleen Wyand
Counselor, LMHC, MS, Ed
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newburgh, NY 12552
I understand that life has many challenges, and can be difficult to maneuver. Are you feeling out of control frustrated or sad, I can help you work through your problems. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with many years of experience working with a diverse population and diverse complications. Every individual that I counsel is treated with dignity and respect and free to express his or her feelings without judgment. In my practice, I counsel children, adolescents, adults and the elderly who are in need of help.I am here to assist every individual in reaching a peaceful state of mind.
I understand that life has many challenges, and can be difficult to maneuver. Are you feeling out of control frustrated or sad, I can help you work through your problems. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with many years of experience working with a diverse population and diverse complications. Every individual that I counsel is treated with dignity and respect and free to express his or her feelings without judgment. In my practice, I counsel children, adolescents, adults and the elderly who are in need of help.I am here to assist every individual in reaching a peaceful state of mind.
(845) 262-6672 View (845) 262-6672
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The Center for Integrated Grief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, FT
Verified Verified
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603  (Online Only)
Are you seeking relief for loss of a loved one? Do you feel deep in grief? Are you a stressed out caregiver? Coping with chronic illness? Processing feelings in a safe environment can improve your improve your sleep and help you find a feeling of security. I have an advanced certification in grief counseling and am a fellow in Thanatology, the study of death, dying and bereavement. Thanatology encompasses grief models and theories.
Are you seeking relief for loss of a loved one? Do you feel deep in grief? Are you a stressed out caregiver? Coping with chronic illness? Processing feelings in a safe environment can improve your improve your sleep and help you find a feeling of security. I have an advanced certification in grief counseling and am a fellow in Thanatology, the study of death, dying and bereavement. Thanatology encompasses grief models and theories.
(646) 846-9332 View (646) 846-9332
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.