Dementia Therapists in Columbus, OH
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I love to work with people of all ages, including children, adults, and older adults. I am experienced in helping clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and many other challenges. I have decades of experience working with diverse populations, and I have a keen awareness of how difficult life can be at times. I think that most people can benefit from a non-judgmental safe space to share and be supported. I believe that the client knows themselves the best and is the author of their life. I am here to make suggestions, share my clinical expertise, and offer encouragement and feedback.
I love to work with people of all ages, including children, adults, and older adults. I am experienced in helping clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and many other challenges. I have decades of experience working with diverse populations, and I have a keen awareness of how difficult life can be at times. I think that most people can benefit from a non-judgmental safe space to share and be supported. I believe that the client knows themselves the best and is the author of their life. I am here to make suggestions, share my clinical expertise, and offer encouragement and feedback.
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Ageless Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MBA, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43213
Waitlist for new clients
I work with older adults and/or caregivers about the aging process, adjustment and the many changes associated with growing old and all the grief and loss experienced at this time in their lives. I also work with all adults on a variety of issues and concerns: depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and others.
I work with older adults and/or caregivers about the aging process, adjustment and the many changes associated with growing old and all the grief and loss experienced at this time in their lives. I also work with all adults on a variety of issues and concerns: depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and others.
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Cara J Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43221
Everything has changed. Maybe you've been diagnosed with dementia or other cognitive impairment. Maybe you love someone who is going through this. Nobody prepares you for the feelings of loss and uncertainty.
Everything has changed. Maybe you've been diagnosed with dementia or other cognitive impairment. Maybe you love someone who is going through this. Nobody prepares you for the feelings of loss and uncertainty.
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Compassionate Counseling for Seniors & Caregivers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43215
Compassionate Counseling for Seniors & Caregivers is dedicated in helping to support older adults during some of life's toughest transitions. As we age, we encounter both expected and unexpected changes which can lead to complicated grief for reasons such as decline in physical health, decreased sense of purpose, loss of loved ones, downsizing stress, and unexpected medical diagnosis/es. These transitions can leave one feeling hopeless and lost. You are not alone, we are here to help you find effective ways to feel better. Please visit our website to learn more about our services, www.cc4seniors.com.
Compassionate Counseling for Seniors & Caregivers is dedicated in helping to support older adults during some of life's toughest transitions. As we age, we encounter both expected and unexpected changes which can lead to complicated grief for reasons such as decline in physical health, decreased sense of purpose, loss of loved ones, downsizing stress, and unexpected medical diagnosis/es. These transitions can leave one feeling hopeless and lost. You are not alone, we are here to help you find effective ways to feel better. Please visit our website to learn more about our services, www.cc4seniors.com.
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Mindy Battles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43201 (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Mindy Battles a Licensed Independent Social Worker with 30 years of helping adults navigate life challenges. My therapeutic approach is open, warm and friendly. Each session is tailored to meet your needs. We will collaborate together how best to guide your session. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and aging. I have extensive experience working with older adults who are facing life transitions. Additionally, I have worked with adults as young as 18.
Hello! I'm Mindy Battles a Licensed Independent Social Worker with 30 years of helping adults navigate life challenges. My therapeutic approach is open, warm and friendly. Each session is tailored to meet your needs. We will collaborate together how best to guide your session. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and aging. I have extensive experience working with older adults who are facing life transitions. Additionally, I have worked with adults as young as 18.
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Generations Psychological & Consultation Services
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43206
Are you struggling to do things you enjoy as you age? Are you overwhelmed caring for someone with a severe disability or dementia? Are you having a hard time adjusting to a chronic illness? For your convenience, I offer telehealth services in Tennessee, Ohio, Iowa, and Florida.
Are you struggling to do things you enjoy as you age? Are you overwhelmed caring for someone with a severe disability or dementia? Are you having a hard time adjusting to a chronic illness? For your convenience, I offer telehealth services in Tennessee, Ohio, Iowa, and Florida.
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My specialties include clinical neuropsychology and psychology testing and diagnoses of neurocognitive and mental disorders. Specifically, I assess and evaluate Traumatic Brain Injury, all types of dementias (Alzheimer’s, Vascular, Parkinson’s, LBD, FTD, Huntington’s, mixed, etc.), as well as ADHD, Intellectual and Learning Disabilities, Mood disorders, Anxiety disorders, Cognitive disorders and others.
My specialties include clinical neuropsychology and psychology testing and diagnoses of neurocognitive and mental disorders. Specifically, I assess and evaluate Traumatic Brain Injury, all types of dementias (Alzheimer’s, Vascular, Parkinson’s, LBD, FTD, Huntington’s, mixed, etc.), as well as ADHD, Intellectual and Learning Disabilities, Mood disorders, Anxiety disorders, Cognitive disorders and others.
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I am a Clinical Neuropsychologist with expertise in the assessment and diagnosis of cognitive changes from a variety of neurologic disorders including traumatic brain injury (TBI), Stroke, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, FTD, Multiple Sclerosis, and Epilepsy. Prior to moving back to Ohio and establishing an independent practice, I was the Director of Neuropsychology at the Yale School of Medicine Comprehensive Epilepsy Program. I have conducted several independent medical evaluations (IMEs) and have testified as an expert witness in multiple TBI cases. I consult for multiple neurorehabilitation facilities throughout Ohio.
I am a Clinical Neuropsychologist with expertise in the assessment and diagnosis of cognitive changes from a variety of neurologic disorders including traumatic brain injury (TBI), Stroke, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, FTD, Multiple Sclerosis, and Epilepsy. Prior to moving back to Ohio and establishing an independent practice, I was the Director of Neuropsychology at the Yale School of Medicine Comprehensive Epilepsy Program. I have conducted several independent medical evaluations (IMEs) and have testified as an expert witness in multiple TBI cases. I consult for multiple neurorehabilitation facilities throughout Ohio.
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I work with children, adults, and elderly in a small comfortable setting, treating behavior problems, depression, anxiety, and helping families plan for end of life issues. My hours are flexible to accommodate work and school schedules. I start appointments as early as 8:30AM, have evening appointments, and am willing to do telephone counseling.
I work with children, adults, and elderly in a small comfortable setting, treating behavior problems, depression, anxiety, and helping families plan for end of life issues. My hours are flexible to accommodate work and school schedules. I start appointments as early as 8:30AM, have evening appointments, and am willing to do telephone counseling.
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Prior to earning his Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Dr. Ward grew up amongst the dense cornfields of Northwest Ohio, learning to befriend the soul-stirring companionship of engaging & making music, later attending Capital University to further this companionship. Brian was trained in an approach to therapy that clears space for each individual’s unique experience of being alive, unveiling what truly matters to a person and how it matters, whatever it may be.
Prior to earning his Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Dr. Ward grew up amongst the dense cornfields of Northwest Ohio, learning to befriend the soul-stirring companionship of engaging & making music, later attending Capital University to further this companionship. Brian was trained in an approach to therapy that clears space for each individual’s unique experience of being alive, unveiling what truly matters to a person and how it matters, whatever it may be.
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I love my work. I have really enjoyed getting to know my clients over the past 35 years. Although I consult with adults, adolescents & children, I also see many couples and families. My clients are never the problem, they have problems and need solutions and strategies to get "unstuck" or make changes in their lives. I have also found personal, business and career coaching helpful to many clients. I am the owner of a large practice with psychologists, psychiatrists & counselors. If my hours or approach does not fit your needs I will find someone who can assist you.
I love my work. I have really enjoyed getting to know my clients over the past 35 years. Although I consult with adults, adolescents & children, I also see many couples and families. My clients are never the problem, they have problems and need solutions and strategies to get "unstuck" or make changes in their lives. I have also found personal, business and career coaching helpful to many clients. I am the owner of a large practice with psychologists, psychiatrists & counselors. If my hours or approach does not fit your needs I will find someone who can assist you.
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Dulce Hershberger LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43214
Living in balance is the ongoing goal I hope for my clients. Whether it be to repair relationships, working on achieving your personal best, learning to handle mental illness, moving towards forgiveness, or handling life changes, we can always move towards making positive changes to live a more satisfying life.
Living in balance is the ongoing goal I hope for my clients. Whether it be to repair relationships, working on achieving your personal best, learning to handle mental illness, moving towards forgiveness, or handling life changes, we can always move towards making positive changes to live a more satisfying life.
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Tru-Rob Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Counselor, PhD, LPCC-S, CRC
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43232
TRU-ROB Counseling and Consulting, LLC is a professional organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals, families, and the community by providing comprehensive and effective behavioral health services through a caring, responsive partnership. We provide counseling and treatment services for children, adolescents and adults from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to helping others by utilizing the method and manner which best fits the client to ensure they receive the best care possible. We approach our work and our world with professionalism, a variety of treatment approaches, flexibility and collaboration.
TRU-ROB Counseling and Consulting, LLC is a professional organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals, families, and the community by providing comprehensive and effective behavioral health services through a caring, responsive partnership. We provide counseling and treatment services for children, adolescents and adults from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to helping others by utilizing the method and manner which best fits the client to ensure they receive the best care possible. We approach our work and our world with professionalism, a variety of treatment approaches, flexibility and collaboration.
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Columbus Women's Wellness - Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43221
Accepting new clients: In-office and/or telehealth - Columbus Women's Wellness (CWW) is Ohio’s premier women's behavioral health services provider with expert care for women and teen girls. With over 30 providers, CWW is a group practice of specialists who provide individual, couples, and group psychotherapy. We offer an unwavering commitment to women and girls who contact us to address anxiety, depression, trauma, perinatal issues, relationships, and more. CWW has served thousands of women who, from beginning to end, have had an understandable and empowering therapeutic experience toward reaching their goals.
Accepting new clients: In-office and/or telehealth - Columbus Women's Wellness (CWW) is Ohio’s premier women's behavioral health services provider with expert care for women and teen girls. With over 30 providers, CWW is a group practice of specialists who provide individual, couples, and group psychotherapy. We offer an unwavering commitment to women and girls who contact us to address anxiety, depression, trauma, perinatal issues, relationships, and more. CWW has served thousands of women who, from beginning to end, have had an understandable and empowering therapeutic experience toward reaching their goals.
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My ideal client is ready to do the hard work of making real change in their life. Sometimes, people think change has to be big to start therapeutic services; it doesn’t. Sometimes, learning to breathe, decrease anxiety, and be more mindful of your strengths can become a great asset. Therapy doesn’t have to be forever; sometimes, you just need help getting through the now. I help individuals & families dealing with chronic illnesses and end of life. At times like those, crises often happen: medical conflict, spiritual conflict, familial conflict, financial concerns, housing and food insecurity.
My ideal client is ready to do the hard work of making real change in their life. Sometimes, people think change has to be big to start therapeutic services; it doesn’t. Sometimes, learning to breathe, decrease anxiety, and be more mindful of your strengths can become a great asset. Therapy doesn’t have to be forever; sometimes, you just need help getting through the now. I help individuals & families dealing with chronic illnesses and end of life. At times like those, crises often happen: medical conflict, spiritual conflict, familial conflict, financial concerns, housing and food insecurity.
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Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Are you feeling overwhelmed by life stressors?Are you feeling stuck in your relationship? Are you struggling to communicate to your partner or others? Are you experiencing family conflict? Do you need help sorting through emotional distress? Are you having trouble adjusting or transitioning to change or a life event? Have you experienced a traumatic event? Are you experiencing grief due to the loss of a loved one? Do you struggle to set boundaries? Are you feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward in life?Are you seeking to get insight & awareness about yourself or your experiences?
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Are you feeling overwhelmed by life stressors?Are you feeling stuck in your relationship? Are you struggling to communicate to your partner or others? Are you experiencing family conflict? Do you need help sorting through emotional distress? Are you having trouble adjusting or transitioning to change or a life event? Have you experienced a traumatic event? Are you experiencing grief due to the loss of a loved one? Do you struggle to set boundaries? Are you feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward in life?Are you seeking to get insight & awareness about yourself or your experiences?
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Hello! I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with over ten years of experience working with clients on various issues. Such issues include Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, Coping Skills, Elderly Persons Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Mood Disorders, Panic Attacks, and Stress. A few modalities I utilize are Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Family Systems, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), and Supportive therapy. I believe that establishing a trusting therapeutic relationship is key to success in treatment.
Hello! I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with over ten years of experience working with clients on various issues. Such issues include Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, Coping Skills, Elderly Persons Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Mood Disorders, Panic Attacks, and Stress. A few modalities I utilize are Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Family Systems, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), and Supportive therapy. I believe that establishing a trusting therapeutic relationship is key to success in treatment.
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Lauren Devany
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43212 (Online Only)
Lauren welcomes everyone as her client, and those most excited to work with her will be the explorers of the universe, deep-soul divers, pioneers of creative frontiers, and those willing to be real with themselves while seeking a better life. Lauren excels at assisting with many issues, especially those involving trauma or loss. She loves to be there for people as part of the solution and she knows how hard it is to try to do it alone.
Lauren welcomes everyone as her client, and those most excited to work with her will be the explorers of the universe, deep-soul divers, pioneers of creative frontiers, and those willing to be real with themselves while seeking a better life. Lauren excels at assisting with many issues, especially those involving trauma or loss. She loves to be there for people as part of the solution and she knows how hard it is to try to do it alone.
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My ideal client is ready to do the hard work of making real change in their life. Sometimes, people think change has to be big to start therapeutic services; it doesn’t. Sometimes, learning to breathe, decrease anxiety, and be more mindful of your strengths can become a great asset. Therapy doesn’t have to be forever; sometimes, you just need help getting through the now. I help individuals & families dealing with chronic illnesses and end of life. At times like those, crises often happen: medical conflict, spiritual conflict, familial conflict, financial concerns, housing and food insecurity.
My ideal client is ready to do the hard work of making real change in their life. Sometimes, people think change has to be big to start therapeutic services; it doesn’t. Sometimes, learning to breathe, decrease anxiety, and be more mindful of your strengths can become a great asset. Therapy doesn’t have to be forever; sometimes, you just need help getting through the now. I help individuals & families dealing with chronic illnesses and end of life. At times like those, crises often happen: medical conflict, spiritual conflict, familial conflict, financial concerns, housing and food insecurity.
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Denise E Sager
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MPhil, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43214
Be Well! This is my hope for you and my mission in life. After some years in faith-based counseling, I am open to all who seek wellness. I look forward to meeting you!
Be Well! This is my hope for you and my mission in life. After some years in faith-based counseling, I am open to all who seek wellness. I look forward to meeting you!
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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.