Photo of Dale Belluscio, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dale Belluscio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Moncks Corner, SC 29461
I have many years experience working with a wide age range from 3 to 90 yrs old. I believe in helping my clients find a sense of empowerment within. i believe everyone can be supported and helped in working with their mental illness and emotional issues. I create a warm, comfortable and safe environment for all of my clients. I offer day, evening and Saturday appointments, therefore there is usually not a wait list. I have worked with non profit agencies, the federal probation program, and in a group practice. I have worked with clients experiencing depression, ADHD, PTSD, trauma and many other diagnoses.
I have many years experience working with a wide age range from 3 to 90 yrs old. I believe in helping my clients find a sense of empowerment within. i believe everyone can be supported and helped in working with their mental illness and emotional issues. I create a warm, comfortable and safe environment for all of my clients. I offer day, evening and Saturday appointments, therefore there is usually not a wait list. I have worked with non profit agencies, the federal probation program, and in a group practice. I have worked with clients experiencing depression, ADHD, PTSD, trauma and many other diagnoses.
(401) 305-2128 View (401) 305-2128
Photo of Nicole Moriarty - Nicole Moriarty: Complete Trauma Resolution, MS, LPC, LPCC, Counselor
Nicole Moriarty: Complete Trauma Resolution
Counselor, MS, LPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29492
There is a solution. There is hope. And there is healing. Anxiety, depression, disordered eating, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, disruption in relationships, substance abuse, and on and on. These are curable, changeable, healable issues. When you go straight to the root of the issue, you can bring deep, lasting change. And we now know that the root of every mental health disorder (and many physical diseases as well) is some form of unresolved trauma. Trauma refers to any experience or pattern of experiences that overwhelms our resources. If we don't have enough safety, support and understanding to process it, we store it.
There is a solution. There is hope. And there is healing. Anxiety, depression, disordered eating, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, disruption in relationships, substance abuse, and on and on. These are curable, changeable, healable issues. When you go straight to the root of the issue, you can bring deep, lasting change. And we now know that the root of every mental health disorder (and many physical diseases as well) is some form of unresolved trauma. Trauma refers to any experience or pattern of experiences that overwhelms our resources. If we don't have enough safety, support and understanding to process it, we store it.
(888) 496-2970 View (888) 496-2970

Online Therapists

Photo of John E. Franklin, MD, FAAHPM, HMDC
John E. Franklin
MD, FAAHPM, HMDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Johns Island, SC 29455
Dr. John Franklin is a triple board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Medicine, trained at Boston University School of Medicine, and he completed his residency training at the Boston VA Medical Center. In 1981 he embarked on the private practice of medicine in Boston. Relocating to Charleston, South Carolina in 1993, Dr. Franklin served as the Medical Director of the Palliative Care Program at the Charleston Veterans Affairs Medical Center. This work led to a deepening of a career-long interest in the relief of pain and suffering.
Dr. John Franklin is a triple board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Medicine, trained at Boston University School of Medicine, and he completed his residency training at the Boston VA Medical Center. In 1981 he embarked on the private practice of medicine in Boston. Relocating to Charleston, South Carolina in 1993, Dr. Franklin served as the Medical Director of the Palliative Care Program at the Charleston Veterans Affairs Medical Center. This work led to a deepening of a career-long interest in the relief of pain and suffering.
(843) 517-6101 View (843) 517-6101
Photo of Jessica Joyce - Psychological & Counseling Associates of the Lowco, PsyD, Psychologist
Psychological & Counseling Associates of the Lowco
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bluffton, SC 29910
The practice is owned by Dr. Jessica Joyce, PsyD and the practice is comprised of doctoral-level psychologists and several other master's and doctoral level licensed clinicians who provide quality mental health care. As a mental health collective, we assist members by providing therapy, assessment, counseling and more. We help our clients to connect with one of our doctors who can meet their needs and is available online or in-person. Our clinicians work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and seniors for assessment and psychotherapy.
The practice is owned by Dr. Jessica Joyce, PsyD and the practice is comprised of doctoral-level psychologists and several other master's and doctoral level licensed clinicians who provide quality mental health care. As a mental health collective, we assist members by providing therapy, assessment, counseling and more. We help our clients to connect with one of our doctors who can meet their needs and is available online or in-person. Our clinicians work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and seniors for assessment and psychotherapy.
(843) 594-1505 View (843) 594-1505
Photo of Jerome Yelder Sr. - Dr. Jerome Comprehensive Health & Family Services, PhD, MP, FSMII, FPPR, MAC
Dr. Jerome Comprehensive Health & Family Services
PhD, MP, FSMII, FPPR, MAC
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29201
About the Medical Psychologist Practitioner: Dr. Jerome Yelder, Sr. PhD MP FPPR is a Academy of Medical Psychology Board Certified Medical Psychologist, Certified Clinical Pastoral Psychotherapist, Certified Pastoral Family Therapist, National Board Certified Independent Master Chaplain, National Board Certified Licensed Independent Ordained Minister. Dr. Yelder is also a verified Service Connected Disabled Veteran of the United States Marine Corps who was Honorably Discharged from the United States Marine Corps. Dr. Yelder's Myers Briggs Personality Type is ENFJ.
About the Medical Psychologist Practitioner: Dr. Jerome Yelder, Sr. PhD MP FPPR is a Academy of Medical Psychology Board Certified Medical Psychologist, Certified Clinical Pastoral Psychotherapist, Certified Pastoral Family Therapist, National Board Certified Independent Master Chaplain, National Board Certified Licensed Independent Ordained Minister. Dr. Yelder is also a verified Service Connected Disabled Veteran of the United States Marine Corps who was Honorably Discharged from the United States Marine Corps. Dr. Yelder's Myers Briggs Personality Type is ENFJ.
(803) 859-4667 View (803) 859-4667
Photo of Dr. Paul Wade, PsyD, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Dr. Paul Wade
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29229
Accepting new patients. If you call or email I will personally respond in 24 hours! Depression? Anxiety? Anger Management? Narcissistic partner? I offer my expertise to those looking to change their life circumstances, improve relationships, or confront difficult decisions. I can help you tap into your great potential and discover your true talents. I have proven skills, training, and education to help you discover what holds you back. I offer a therapeutic approach of engaging clients to help face those limiting factors that inhibit your personal growth and pleasure in everyday activities. Find the courage to ask me to help you!
Accepting new patients. If you call or email I will personally respond in 24 hours! Depression? Anxiety? Anger Management? Narcissistic partner? I offer my expertise to those looking to change their life circumstances, improve relationships, or confront difficult decisions. I can help you tap into your great potential and discover your true talents. I have proven skills, training, and education to help you discover what holds you back. I offer a therapeutic approach of engaging clients to help face those limiting factors that inhibit your personal growth and pleasure in everyday activities. Find the courage to ask me to help you!
(803) 602-6134 View (803) 602-6134
Photo of Lelia Denise McKay - The Sonshine Exchange Lelia Denise McKay , MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
The Sonshine Exchange Lelia Denise McKay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Florence, SC 29501
Are you lost? Lonely? Grieving? Acting or thinking in ways you don't understand? Looking for something more in your life? Not knowing what the next step is? Wanting to make big, positive changes (or even small ones) and don't know how? I love helping people explore their lives and themselves! Let's find out what's next, what's inside, what you want and who you are! We can talk, draw, play, sit... many ways to explore the issues you want to understand. Depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief & loss, childhood trauma. My goal is to help you find your best version of yourself. I LOVE helping others walk through any obstacle.
Are you lost? Lonely? Grieving? Acting or thinking in ways you don't understand? Looking for something more in your life? Not knowing what the next step is? Wanting to make big, positive changes (or even small ones) and don't know how? I love helping people explore their lives and themselves! Let's find out what's next, what's inside, what you want and who you are! We can talk, draw, play, sit... many ways to explore the issues you want to understand. Depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief & loss, childhood trauma. My goal is to help you find your best version of yourself. I LOVE helping others walk through any obstacle.
(843) 883-6620 View (843) 883-6620
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Bennett Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, MAC, LAC
Verified Verified
Little River, SC 29566
Hello, I am Jim Bennett ,Counselor. I have compassionately worked with families, couples, individuals, teens and groups for over 29 years. I have worked with these clients in a private practice setting and in an addictions treatment center setting. I have accomplished Masters Degrees in both Counseling and Clinical Psychology. I studied both disciplines to equip myself for assessment as well as treatment . I became a counselor to help teens navigate their way into adulthood. I quickly found that the family is where it all starts. Therefore, I focused on family/marriage counseling. From there I branched into addiction counseling.
Hello, I am Jim Bennett ,Counselor. I have compassionately worked with families, couples, individuals, teens and groups for over 29 years. I have worked with these clients in a private practice setting and in an addictions treatment center setting. I have accomplished Masters Degrees in both Counseling and Clinical Psychology. I studied both disciplines to equip myself for assessment as well as treatment . I became a counselor to help teens navigate their way into adulthood. I quickly found that the family is where it all starts. Therefore, I focused on family/marriage counseling. From there I branched into addiction counseling.
(843) 508-6284 View (843) 508-6284
Photo of Kathi A Peddicord, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Kathi A Peddicord
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Summerville, SC 29485
*Online video sessions available*. Counseling can make a difference in many areas: relieving depression and anxiety, finding our strengths and overcoming weaknesses, managing anger and stress, living through illness, trauma, or loss; improving motivation for change, overcoming addiction, connecting with those we love and care about, navigating life transitions, and gaining perspective and purpose.
*Online video sessions available*. Counseling can make a difference in many areas: relieving depression and anxiety, finding our strengths and overcoming weaknesses, managing anger and stress, living through illness, trauma, or loss; improving motivation for change, overcoming addiction, connecting with those we love and care about, navigating life transitions, and gaining perspective and purpose.
(843) 701-1387 View (843) 701-1387
Photo of Rex Dula, MA, LPCS/C, Licensed Professional Counselor
Rex Dula
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCS/C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29407
Working with a diverse client population is what keeps me going and motivated each day. I enjoy getting to know the lives of each of my clients and learning what make them tick. Each of us have so much to offer the world as well as each other and we sometimes lose sight of that. Whether you are struggling with issues around gender identity, your past traumas and their current effects, or looking to improve your family or intimate relationships, I would love to work with you as you grow and learn ways to improve your life on your terms. You are the author of your own novel and I would enjoy helping you fill the pages with positivity.
Working with a diverse client population is what keeps me going and motivated each day. I enjoy getting to know the lives of each of my clients and learning what make them tick. Each of us have so much to offer the world as well as each other and we sometimes lose sight of that. Whether you are struggling with issues around gender identity, your past traumas and their current effects, or looking to improve your family or intimate relationships, I would love to work with you as you grow and learn ways to improve your life on your terms. You are the author of your own novel and I would enjoy helping you fill the pages with positivity.
(843) 874-8382 View (843) 874-8382
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Dr. Aneta B Hopkins - Wellness Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCS, LPC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29205
Life has a way of throwing us challenges that are difficult to handle without support. Whether you have experienced a loss, are having issues within your relationships, changes are occurring in your life, you are experiencing higher stress, feeling overwhelmed, or simply just want to talk to someone I am here for you, I will partner with you to help you move your life in the direction you want. I have 19 years of experience counseling children, adults, couples, and families and am here to offer you support as you push through the obstacles in the way of your path to good health and well-being.
Life has a way of throwing us challenges that are difficult to handle without support. Whether you have experienced a loss, are having issues within your relationships, changes are occurring in your life, you are experiencing higher stress, feeling overwhelmed, or simply just want to talk to someone I am here for you, I will partner with you to help you move your life in the direction you want. I have 19 years of experience counseling children, adults, couples, and families and am here to offer you support as you push through the obstacles in the way of your path to good health and well-being.
(843) 751-4256 View (843) 751-4256
Photo of Mitchell Renard Culbertson - A Better Tomorrow Health & Wellness Services, LLC, MBA, MS, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor
A Better Tomorrow Health & Wellness Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MBA, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Blythewood, SC 29016
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
(803) 859-5976 View (803) 859-5976
Photo of Terri McCrea - West Ashley Counseling Associates, LLC, MEd, LPC, LPC-S, LAC, Licensed Professional Counselor
West Ashley Counseling Associates, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LPC-S, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29407
I have 35 years of experience successfully treating: (Borderline Personality Disorder, Dependent Personality Disorder, Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Histrionic Personality Disorder), learning disabilities esp. adult/child ADHD/Aspergers, Suboxone/Subutex management, partner/couples conflict, step/blended family dilemmas, sexual abuse, PTSD, workplace harassment & discrimination, racial profiling, immigration and naturalization cases, mood disorders, grief & loss, domestic violence and substance abuse issues. Terri McCrea (owner) is a self-published author of 26 books (on Amazon). I offer real solutions to everyday problems.
I have 35 years of experience successfully treating: (Borderline Personality Disorder, Dependent Personality Disorder, Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Histrionic Personality Disorder), learning disabilities esp. adult/child ADHD/Aspergers, Suboxone/Subutex management, partner/couples conflict, step/blended family dilemmas, sexual abuse, PTSD, workplace harassment & discrimination, racial profiling, immigration and naturalization cases, mood disorders, grief & loss, domestic violence and substance abuse issues. Terri McCrea (owner) is a self-published author of 26 books (on Amazon). I offer real solutions to everyday problems.
(843) 376-6842 View (843) 376-6842
Photo of Dr. Mari Bloing-Hart, PhD, LMSW
Dr. Mari Bloing-Hart
Master Social Worker, PhD, LMSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, SC 29072
I understand how important emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual health are for each of us, and I am dedicated to the process and journey to see that this is accomplished to the best of my abilities. I have been a practicing therapist for over 30 years. I have a breadth of training and experience.I am ethical,promoting high professional standards. I am caring and thorough, with a significant amount of compassion. My style is somewhat straight-forward, and I tend to tell it like I see it, hoping to help people move forward in a positive, but short term way.
I understand how important emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual health are for each of us, and I am dedicated to the process and journey to see that this is accomplished to the best of my abilities. I have been a practicing therapist for over 30 years. I have a breadth of training and experience.I am ethical,promoting high professional standards. I am caring and thorough, with a significant amount of compassion. My style is somewhat straight-forward, and I tend to tell it like I see it, hoping to help people move forward in a positive, but short term way.
(803) 596-0173 View (803) 596-0173
Photo of Tracie A Sarkar, MA, MSW, NBCFCH, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Tracie A Sarkar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, NBCFCH, LCSW
Verified Verified
Little River, SC 29566  (Online Only)
Are you looking for a relaxing nonjudgmental environment to explore who you are, what you want, where you are going, and how you will get there? Well, look no further I'm the Mental Health professional you have been looking for (Counselor MSW/MA, Psychotherapist LCSW, Psychologist, Sociologist, Criminologist, and Hypnotherapist). I'm an open minded, understanding, supportive, unbiased, reliable, and confident therapist in private practice providing individual, couple,mediation, marriage, group, play, family couns to anyone who needs help feeling happy, healthy, and motivated. My web site is orchard-center.com.
Are you looking for a relaxing nonjudgmental environment to explore who you are, what you want, where you are going, and how you will get there? Well, look no further I'm the Mental Health professional you have been looking for (Counselor MSW/MA, Psychotherapist LCSW, Psychologist, Sociologist, Criminologist, and Hypnotherapist). I'm an open minded, understanding, supportive, unbiased, reliable, and confident therapist in private practice providing individual, couple,mediation, marriage, group, play, family couns to anyone who needs help feeling happy, healthy, and motivated. My web site is orchard-center.com.
(973) 671-8204 View (973) 671-8204
Photo of Leigh Diotalevi - Bluffton Okatie Counseling Center, LISW-CP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Bluffton Okatie Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, SC 29936
We are a group of counselors with different skills, specialties, and credentials. We strive to have a clinician suited for each and every client who contacts us. We are happy to check your insurance benefits prior to your visit. All of our clinicians are trauma-informed and trained in either TF-CBT or EMDR. We help clients as young as five through retirement age. We are conveniently located in the Riverwalk Business Park. We are 2 miles from Bluffton in the Okatie area of Ridgeland.
We are a group of counselors with different skills, specialties, and credentials. We strive to have a clinician suited for each and every client who contacts us. We are happy to check your insurance benefits prior to your visit. All of our clinicians are trauma-informed and trained in either TF-CBT or EMDR. We help clients as young as five through retirement age. We are conveniently located in the Riverwalk Business Park. We are 2 miles from Bluffton in the Okatie area of Ridgeland.
(843) 547-3993 View (843) 547-3993
Photo of Christopher Dellicarpini - The Counseling Center of SayeBrook, LLC
The Counseling Center of SayeBrook, LLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
The staff at The Counseling Center of SayeBrook, LLC are dedicated to improving the quality of life for our patients. We offer a multitude of treatment modalities in order to provide the best care possible. Our patients can expect to receive effective and compassionate treatments. Our focus is helping the public achieve health, healing and happiness. We look forward to working with you and your family. Our licensed and board-certified therapists are trained to help children, adolescents and adults. We also coordinate care with medical professionals when necessary.
The staff at The Counseling Center of SayeBrook, LLC are dedicated to improving the quality of life for our patients. We offer a multitude of treatment modalities in order to provide the best care possible. Our patients can expect to receive effective and compassionate treatments. Our focus is helping the public achieve health, healing and happiness. We look forward to working with you and your family. Our licensed and board-certified therapists are trained to help children, adolescents and adults. We also coordinate care with medical professionals when necessary.
(843) 353-4082 View (843) 353-4082
Photo of Timothy W Latsko, MA, LPC , LMFT, Licensed Professional Counselor
Timothy W Latsko
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC , LMFT
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29406  (Online Only)
Psychotherapy is a lifelong arduous learning and self exploration process that will improve the quality of life. I approach therapy with genuineness, unconditional positive regard, accurate empathy, and respect. I will competently employ techniques in which I have received training to assist you in reaching your goals. Technics I may use are EMDR, hypnosis, confrontation, desensitization, homework, humor, imagery, 'I' statements, modeling, psychodrama, journal writing and role-playing. If through the course of psychotherapy an acceptable degree of progress is not reached, I will refer you to another licensed professional.
Psychotherapy is a lifelong arduous learning and self exploration process that will improve the quality of life. I approach therapy with genuineness, unconditional positive regard, accurate empathy, and respect. I will competently employ techniques in which I have received training to assist you in reaching your goals. Technics I may use are EMDR, hypnosis, confrontation, desensitization, homework, humor, imagery, 'I' statements, modeling, psychodrama, journal writing and role-playing. If through the course of psychotherapy an acceptable degree of progress is not reached, I will refer you to another licensed professional.
(843) 281-7622 View (843) 281-7622
Photo of Debi Lynes, MA, PhD, LPC, CEDS, IAMFC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Debi Lynes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PhD, LPC, CEDS, IAMFC
Verified Verified
I offer a strength based orientation using acceptance and committment therapy as well as DBT to optimize the health and wellness of the client. I use a natural counseling setting to normalize the counseling experience. I encourage each client to be an active part of the therapy process and I realize that each person is unique!
I offer a strength based orientation using acceptance and committment therapy as well as DBT to optimize the health and wellness of the client. I use a natural counseling setting to normalize the counseling experience. I encourage each client to be an active part of the therapy process and I realize that each person is unique!
(843) 486-2524 View (843) 486-2524
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Kimberly Ann Sloan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
I treat a broad spectrum of problems including: Anxiety & Depression, Grief & Relationship Issues, Family and Child Conflicts, ADD/ADHD, as well as trauma related symptoms. I often use psychological testing to facilitate diagnosis and personality description. I offer supportive and practical intervention using a variety of therapeutic techniques, including mindfulness, cognitive & psychodynamic approaches tailored to your strengths and individual needs. The goals are symptom reduction, personal growth, as well as discovering joy and wellness in your life.
I treat a broad spectrum of problems including: Anxiety & Depression, Grief & Relationship Issues, Family and Child Conflicts, ADD/ADHD, as well as trauma related symptoms. I often use psychological testing to facilitate diagnosis and personality description. I offer supportive and practical intervention using a variety of therapeutic techniques, including mindfulness, cognitive & psychodynamic approaches tailored to your strengths and individual needs. The goals are symptom reduction, personal growth, as well as discovering joy and wellness in your life.
(843) 890-8026 View (843) 890-8026

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Geriatric and Seniors Therapists

Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?

Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, dementia, and physical mobility challenges.

How can geriatric therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?

Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.

How is counseling for elderly different from counseling for other age groups?

Many aspects of geriatric counseling are similar to counseling in younger age groups; in general, counseling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. However, therapists who specialize in working with elderly clients may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counseling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.

Can geriatric counseling help people who suffer from dementia?

Counseling can be highly effective for aging adults with dementia. While some therapists specializing in dementia may work with clients solely on topics surrounding memory loss, they can also assist clients with conditions that may co-occur at old age, such as anxiety or depression. Counselors specializing in working with older adults can also offer an objective assessment of a client’s functioning or disease progression to caregivers, and they may be particularly knowledgeable about community resources that may benefit dementia clients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia may also be trained in specialized forms of therapy for memory-loss|memory loss, such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST)—which can help mentally stimulate dementia clients to preserve cognitive functioning.