Alzheimer's Therapists in Houston, TX

Welcome to my practice. I specialize in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of neurological, neurodevelopmental, and neuropsychiatric/behavioral disorders effecting late adolescents and adults. Comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations are aimed at identifying patterns of cognitive strengths and weaknesses across multiple domains that help localize organic brain dysfunction, assist with differential diagnosis, and guide treatment recommendations. Cognitive rehabilitation and psychological interventions are offered. Services provided in Southeast (Houston) Texas.

Hello, my name is Charles Plafcan, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 11 years of clinical experience working with various individuals with Aging, Alzheimer's, Depression, Grief, and many more. My Clinical approaches are CBT, Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I believe that you will succeed if you keep yourself up and going and function fully in your life despite the pandemic.

I am a licensed clinical social worker, therapist, educator, and researcher specializing in the mental health and well-being of adults and older adults. My mission is to create a safe and inclusive space where individuals can explore their unique experiences and challenges. I hold expertise in addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, and family conflicts. Additionally, my extensive training in Alzheimer's disease and dementia care allows me to support individuals living with dementia and their family caregivers. Your well-being is my priority, and I am dedicated to supporting you in your path to a more fulfilling life.

I am dedicated to working with individual adults of all ages who are struggling with depression, stress, anxiety, and grief, among many other life challenges. By exploring and processing thoughts, feelings and behaviors together, we can work to promote change and enhance your quality of life. I have a special interest in working with adults navigating major life stage transitions, such as with chronic illness and changes that come with aging. I address these concerns, which can include anxiety, grief, dementia, end-of-life issues, and caregiving, in ways that embody compassion, dignity, and respect.

My treatment approach is based on over 10 years of providing testing and treatment services. In every case, my primary treatment goal is to help my clients develop the necessary skills--both thinking and behaving-- to improve their health, academic performance, day-to-day functioning and sense of well-being and self-efficacy. I do not fix my clients but focus all my efforts toward helping them to fix or better manage their problems themselves. This is done through fostering client strengths.

A goal of therapy is to achieve hope, happiness, and to have an optimistic outlook on the future as well as practicing self-love/care. Life can be unfair at times, and can include family disagreements, work problems and feelings of “I can’t do all this anymore” or “I am so overwhelmed.” I hope to help clients strengthen your coping skills, mindfulness, ways to move through life struggles and navigate relationships. Clients will enter into a therapeutic environment that is non-judgmental and full of hope. I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI).

Our treatment approach is based on over 20 years of providing testing and treatment services. In every case, our primary treatment goal is to help clients develop the necessary skills to improve health, academic performance, day-to-day functioning and sense of well-being and self-efficacy. We make accessing our services easy by having two convenient locations, evening and weekend hours, and providing virtual and in office services (3801 Kirby Dr. Suite 311 Houston, TX 77098 and 8820 Will Clayton Parkway Suite A Humble, TX 77338).

Hello, I'm Vanessa Faulkner, a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Texas. My areas of expertise include trauma, geriatric neurocognitive disorders, & couples counseling. I approach each session with empathy and dedication, committed to guiding clients-individuals & couples alike-towards healing, better understanding, & stronger, healthier relationships. My passion lies in promoting mental well-being & personal growth, helping clients to navigate life's challenges with resilience. I am deeply invested in understanding the human mind & fostering a sense of self-awareness & interpersonal harmony.

Are you experiencing difficulties coping? Not sure where to begin? Arthur Ashe said it best, "Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can." I would like to help you through this journey. I utilize a conversational and relaxed style of therapy that can be used for all walks of life.

I live in Victoria, Texas and I am 65 years young. I am accepting new clients who are Texas residents ages 21 plus for individual therapy. I am here to assist my clients to identify and process emotions, feelings, and situations. It is important to develop a therapeutic bond between therapist and client. I want my clients to feel safe, heard, and understood every session. I want my clients to feel lighter and brighter after talk therapy sessions.

**Accepting New Clients at Present** Partnership, Empathy, and Support are immediate offerings provided to my clients. I have over 10 years experience as a mental health practitioner. I am passionate about geriatric mental health. Are you struggling with aging, grief, woman issues or platonic/romantic/familial relationship issues? My modalities are holistic, eclectic when needed, and evidenced based, curated for the specifically for every client. My sessions facilitate space to challenge false narratives , improve your self awareness, community, and quality of life.

My clinical psychology practice involves working with adults experiencing significant life transitions as well difficult emotional states. For many, depression and anxiety that stem from loss, grief and isolation, have been more difficult to manage because of the pandemic. Self-esteem and relationship difficulties have also been more troublesome during this time. I am particularly interested in helping people learn new ways to adapt to changing life circumstances, such as the consequences of the pandemic, adult children leaving home, managing chronic illness, deaths of significant others, and loss of what is familiar.

I, Maritza Martinez-Chinchilla am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas with over 43 years of relevant post-Masters experience. My goal is to help my clients realize success in their personal and professional lives. I have excellent Spanish and English language skills, and extensive cultural diversity and gender identity training. In addition to expertise in trauma resolution, stress management, and anger management. I provide my clients with proven strategies to manage and overcome grief, depression, anxiety, and fear resulting from abuse and loss.

There is no question that relationships can be hard, but they can be equally satisfying...if we get them right. Are you struggling to connect to your spouse? Are you feeling frustrated by your children's behaviors? Does your self-esteem get in the way of you living a full life? Do you sometimes feel like there is a battle going on within yourself? Guess what...you are not alone, and it would be my privilege to help you through these difficult times.

Seeking to support clients on their personal wholeness journeys. Whether you are experiencing grief/loss, post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, relational distress, family system break-down, identity query, burn-out, addiction, spiritual turmoil and things in between; there is intergenerational space for you here.

I combine research-based interventions with clinical experience to help individuals heal, improve well-being, and navigate life challenges. Treatment modalities include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma and crisis protocols, and DBT-informed care. My clients, following treatment, report a reduction of negative symptoms, increased motivation, clarity, and hopefulness. And by learning and practicing mindfulness, my clients are more capable of breaking unhealthy thinking patterns and self-destructive behaviors by calmly focusing on the present to live the life they choose.

I believe every individual deserves to experience true happiness and to have confidence in their ability to achieve their desired goals. My role is to support my clients with overcoming the interpersonal and often the internal conflicts which prevent them from having healthy relationships.

West Houston Counseling and Psychology (WHCP) offers individual, group, family therapy and provides workshops and presentations in the community. Amy Acosta, PhD and Nickie Haine, LCSW-S co-own WHCP, conveniently situated in the Memorial area of West Houston near the Energy Corridor and surrounding areas (Katy, West Houston, Cypress, Galleria). We are passionate about providing a safe, welcoming space for individuals, teens, children and families to explore their behaviors, thoughts, and feelings to move towards the lives that they imagine.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked for many years as a psychotherapist in private practice with Southwest Psychotherapy. I offer expertise in working with people facing life altering illness and those amid loss and grief. I also treat those struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and more. It is my goal to provide a safe environment where clients can explore difficult issues. I employ an active style of practice that is both direct and supportive, always focused on improved communication, healthier self esteem and happier relationships. I work with individuals, couples and families.