Dementia Therapists in San Antonio, TX

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Russel L Thompson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78232
I am a psychologist in a group of mental health clinicians. I have a PhD in psychology and have been licensed since 2003. My colleagues and I provide neuropsychological and psychological assessment and psychotherapy. Neuropsychological assessments help people with memory, attention, and learning problems. Psychological assessments are available for pre-surgical evaluations for medical treatments including spinal cord stimulators pain management, bariatric weight loss, and seizure control. My therapy work is focused on long-term, insight-oriented work. You can learn more about me and my colleagues at www.sa-mh.com
I am a psychologist in a group of mental health clinicians. I have a PhD in psychology and have been licensed since 2003. My colleagues and I provide neuropsychological and psychological assessment and psychotherapy. Neuropsychological assessments help people with memory, attention, and learning problems. Psychological assessments are available for pre-surgical evaluations for medical treatments including spinal cord stimulators pain management, bariatric weight loss, and seizure control. My therapy work is focused on long-term, insight-oriented work. You can learn more about me and my colleagues at www.sa-mh.com
(210) 853-5898 View (210) 853-5898
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Jesus Aranda Bilingual
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78217
I'm a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed psychologist. I am the Director of Behavioral Health team at Centric Physicians in San Antonio. Clinically, my role is to perform advanced and comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations of adults to help diagnose, and assist with treatment of brain degenerative diseases ( dementia), traumatic brain injury, and other brain pathology. I provide services in post-acute and sub-acute care facilities in San Antonio. In addition, I do forensic assessments to help lawyers and judges answer psycholegal questions.
I'm a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed psychologist. I am the Director of Behavioral Health team at Centric Physicians in San Antonio. Clinically, my role is to perform advanced and comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations of adults to help diagnose, and assist with treatment of brain degenerative diseases ( dementia), traumatic brain injury, and other brain pathology. I provide services in post-acute and sub-acute care facilities in San Antonio. In addition, I do forensic assessments to help lawyers and judges answer psycholegal questions.
(210) 625-8474 View (210) 625-8474
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Artrevisa Payton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78258  (Online Only)
I have 10 years of experience working with Adult and Geriatric populations, experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Alzheimer's and Dementia within the Long Term Care and Outpatient communities.
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 have 10 years of experience working with Adult and Geriatric populations, experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Alzheimer's and Dementia within the Long Term Care and Outpatient communities.
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.
(830) 689-8488 View (830) 689-8488
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Amy Gilbertson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78209  (Online Only)
Specializing in caregiver stress, grief, and life transitions. I primarily work with older adults. I help people cope, heal, and thrive while navigating the second half of life. Maybe you are caring for an ailing family member or longing to reconnect with your most authentic self after years of tending to others. You might be considering a transition to retirement, combating loneliness after the death of a loved one, redefining purpose, and building new relationships, or dealing with your own illness. Whatever the case may be, you deserve specialized care focused on the unique needs of older adults.
Specializing in caregiver stress, grief, and life transitions. I primarily work with older adults. I help people cope, heal, and thrive while navigating the second half of life. Maybe you are caring for an ailing family member or longing to reconnect with your most authentic self after years of tending to others. You might be considering a transition to retirement, combating loneliness after the death of a loved one, redefining purpose, and building new relationships, or dealing with your own illness. Whatever the case may be, you deserve specialized care focused on the unique needs of older adults.
(737) 373-2124 View (737) 373-2124
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April DeLeon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78240
Therapy can be one of the most rewarding things you can do for yourself. Therapy is a personal journey, and I am honored to be the therapist to help you expand and strengthen your insight and awareness. My goal is to help you understand yourself better, and equip you with skills to actualize your best self. My therapy style is developmental, and supportive, with a strong focus on thinking about our thinking. Together we can explore narratives, with goals of reframing into a healthier, more self-compassionate internal dialogue of self acceptance. My approaches are engaging, workable and direct.
Therapy can be one of the most rewarding things you can do for yourself. Therapy is a personal journey, and I am honored to be the therapist to help you expand and strengthen your insight and awareness. My goal is to help you understand yourself better, and equip you with skills to actualize your best self. My therapy style is developmental, and supportive, with a strong focus on thinking about our thinking. Together we can explore narratives, with goals of reframing into a healthier, more self-compassionate internal dialogue of self acceptance. My approaches are engaging, workable and direct.
(409) 219-5269 View (409) 219-5269
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Sarah Watson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78212
Throughout my training/experience, I have worked with a variety of populations and mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, parenting, self esteem, relationship issues, alzheimers and concerns related to aging. My therapeutic approach values using a strong therapeutic relationship and rapport, using collaborative approach that is influenced most by Interpersonal, attachment, person-centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I believe that it is essential to create a safe, warm, and non-judgmental environment to facilitate growth, while leading the client on their journey to change.
Throughout my training/experience, I have worked with a variety of populations and mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, parenting, self esteem, relationship issues, alzheimers and concerns related to aging. My therapeutic approach values using a strong therapeutic relationship and rapport, using collaborative approach that is influenced most by Interpersonal, attachment, person-centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I believe that it is essential to create a safe, warm, and non-judgmental environment to facilitate growth, while leading the client on their journey to change.
(210) 879-7156 View (210) 879-7156
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Rich Tiede
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, BCN
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78232  (Online Only)
I have dedicated my life to pursuing knowledge that empowers client's to move away from both past and current sufferings. Life is challenging, please afford me the opportunity to help you navigate and heal your sufferings. Restore peace and tranquility to both your heart and your mind!
I have dedicated my life to pursuing knowledge that empowers client's to move away from both past and current sufferings. Life is challenging, please afford me the opportunity to help you navigate and heal your sufferings. Restore peace and tranquility to both your heart and your mind!
(210) 881-7658 View (210) 881-7658
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Flor Moreno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78216
Hi there, I'm Flor! My name is Flor Moreno, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Rio Grande City, Texas, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, family issues, work issues, or a variety of other concerns by using Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other modalities. I have worked with school-aged children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and geriatric clients. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for people who are dealing with challenges of life and communication issues.
Hi there, I'm Flor! My name is Flor Moreno, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Rio Grande City, Texas, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, family issues, work issues, or a variety of other concerns by using Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other modalities. I have worked with school-aged children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and geriatric clients. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for people who are dealing with challenges of life and communication issues.
(832) 990-7484 View (832) 990-7484
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A New Start Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78216
If life feels overwhelming, chaotic or exhausting we are here to help you lighten that load. Success is not built on success alone, it's built on finding the resiliency and strength to get up after we fall, and the strength to move forward and not give up. When something doesn't work out, we sometimes find ourself standing in place trying to understand and make sense of what happened. We are here to help you move forward. We would love to talk to you about ways to navigate through life's challenges. We strive to make it easy to access help so you regain the skills needed to overcome challenges and live a fulfilling life.
If life feels overwhelming, chaotic or exhausting we are here to help you lighten that load. Success is not built on success alone, it's built on finding the resiliency and strength to get up after we fall, and the strength to move forward and not give up. When something doesn't work out, we sometimes find ourself standing in place trying to understand and make sense of what happened. We are here to help you move forward. We would love to talk to you about ways to navigate through life's challenges. We strive to make it easy to access help so you regain the skills needed to overcome challenges and live a fulfilling life.
(210) 934-4158 View (210) 934-4158
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Christine Mendez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78228  (Online Only)
Hello and congratulations on taking the first steps to make changes that will impact the rest of your life! Therapy is a great way to find new coping skills, build intimacy in our personal relationships and look at life in a whole new way that gives meaning and purpose to our existence. Please feel free to call me or email me. Currently, I am seeing clients virtually on Betterhelp and Televero (Texas only). Thanks for stopping by and hope to hear from you soon! I am trained in EMDR which is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.
Hello and congratulations on taking the first steps to make changes that will impact the rest of your life! Therapy is a great way to find new coping skills, build intimacy in our personal relationships and look at life in a whole new way that gives meaning and purpose to our existence. Please feel free to call me or email me. Currently, I am seeing clients virtually on Betterhelp and Televero (Texas only). Thanks for stopping by and hope to hear from you soon! I am trained in EMDR which is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.
(210) 908-5220 View (210) 908-5220
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Javier (Javi) Villanueva
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78229
First, thank you so much for taking the time to view my page. I know you have many options, and your time is meaningful. I believe you care about quality. You want someone to provide care for yourself or your loved one, someone you feel comfortable with, someone you can come to trust. My approach to treatment is twofold: address the symptoms of distress, and seek resolution for the root cause of that distress. By helping me understand your life conditions, we can create your path to both immediate and lasting relief.
First, thank you so much for taking the time to view my page. I know you have many options, and your time is meaningful. I believe you care about quality. You want someone to provide care for yourself or your loved one, someone you feel comfortable with, someone you can come to trust. My approach to treatment is twofold: address the symptoms of distress, and seek resolution for the root cause of that distress. By helping me understand your life conditions, we can create your path to both immediate and lasting relief.
(210) 849-1244 View (210) 849-1244
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Fay H Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78258
Life is a journey comprised of various relationships which are often challenged by change. Changes in relationships are often overwhelming and cause stress, anxiety, quilt, grief, or trauma. The diagnosis of a life-limiting illness, a death, being the caregiver for someone with a chronic illness, dealing with end-of-life issues, or divorce at times is overwhelming and frustrating. During these experiences, it is important to have someone who will listen to understand your experience. I have training and experience in companioning those who are navigating a stressful time in a relationship changed by loss or illness.
Life is a journey comprised of various relationships which are often challenged by change. Changes in relationships are often overwhelming and cause stress, anxiety, quilt, grief, or trauma. The diagnosis of a life-limiting illness, a death, being the caregiver for someone with a chronic illness, dealing with end-of-life issues, or divorce at times is overwhelming and frustrating. During these experiences, it is important to have someone who will listen to understand your experience. I have training and experience in companioning those who are navigating a stressful time in a relationship changed by loss or illness.
(210) 468-1309 View (210) 468-1309
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Caroline Chemwor Mkubwa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78244  (Online Only)
A teenager with history of poor social skills, diagnosed with developmental delay, psychosis nos, anxiety issues and diagnosis of schizophrenia and Bipolar. Also depression and autism.This are the presenting issues that the teenager has to deal with throughout his/her life. Sometimes the teenager have a psychosis episode and sometimes on denial.
A teenager with history of poor social skills, diagnosed with developmental delay, psychosis nos, anxiety issues and diagnosis of schizophrenia and Bipolar. Also depression and autism.This are the presenting issues that the teenager has to deal with throughout his/her life. Sometimes the teenager have a psychosis episode and sometimes on denial.
(210) 942-0793 View (210) 942-0793
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Stacey L Kauffman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78245  (Online Only)
Is life weighing you down? Do you feel lost? Have you lost sight of your strengths? We all need support. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my goal is to walk alongside you to help alleviate the burden. I know finding the right therapist can be challenging. I would like to help you feel more confident in making that decision. My style is warm, supportive, and collaborative. My goal is to explore the obstacles interfering with your ability to lead a happy and satisfying life.
Is life weighing you down? Do you feel lost? Have you lost sight of your strengths? We all need support. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my goal is to walk alongside you to help alleviate the burden. I know finding the right therapist can be challenging. I would like to help you feel more confident in making that decision. My style is warm, supportive, and collaborative. My goal is to explore the obstacles interfering with your ability to lead a happy and satisfying life.
(830) 490-0889 View (830) 490-0889
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Staci Makela-Kerr
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78230
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, mood, grief, a challenging relationship, loss of a sense of self , or trauma that affects your day-to-day life? Are you unable to do the things to function and have healthy relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed or lost by just getting through the day, or struggle to get launched into your next phase of life? Do you wish your relationships could be better? Now more than ever, all people are feeling anxiety and uncertain about their relationships, their wellbeing, and finding themselves after trauma. You want to get unstuck and take the next step to go from existing to fully living.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, mood, grief, a challenging relationship, loss of a sense of self , or trauma that affects your day-to-day life? Are you unable to do the things to function and have healthy relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed or lost by just getting through the day, or struggle to get launched into your next phase of life? Do you wish your relationships could be better? Now more than ever, all people are feeling anxiety and uncertain about their relationships, their wellbeing, and finding themselves after trauma. You want to get unstuck and take the next step to go from existing to fully living.
(210) 201-4578 View (210) 201-4578
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Ashley Wilkens
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78258
Are you and your spouse or partner having a hard time communicating? Does your marriage or relationship need a tune up? Are you going through major life transitions that you need help sorting through? Have you been struggling with stress and anxiety that is affecting your daily life? Are you currently a caregiver and feeling overwhelmed? Have you had medical problems or a chronic illness that you are coping with? Are you grieving a loss such as the death of a loved one, empty nest, career change, or divorce? If you can relate to any of these questions, I would love to meet you!
Are you and your spouse or partner having a hard time communicating? Does your marriage or relationship need a tune up? Are you going through major life transitions that you need help sorting through? Have you been struggling with stress and anxiety that is affecting your daily life? Are you currently a caregiver and feeling overwhelmed? Have you had medical problems or a chronic illness that you are coping with? Are you grieving a loss such as the death of a loved one, empty nest, career change, or divorce? If you can relate to any of these questions, I would love to meet you!
(830) 452-0303 View (830) 452-0303
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Kristin Webber
LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78216
I chose social work to be part of a helping profession and have had the privilege of practicing in New York where I received my MSW from Fordham University, California, and now Texas. My experience focuses on individuals and their families during life’s most challenging journeys: sudden trauma, medical complications, hospitalizations, organ transplants, hospice, and incarceration. While specializing in these challenges, I am equally happy with counseling individuals and couples through life’s daily hurdles. I use evidence-based, therapeutic techniques guided by attachment theory, trauma-informed care and a healthy dose of humor.
I chose social work to be part of a helping profession and have had the privilege of practicing in New York where I received my MSW from Fordham University, California, and now Texas. My experience focuses on individuals and their families during life’s most challenging journeys: sudden trauma, medical complications, hospitalizations, organ transplants, hospice, and incarceration. While specializing in these challenges, I am equally happy with counseling individuals and couples through life’s daily hurdles. I use evidence-based, therapeutic techniques guided by attachment theory, trauma-informed care and a healthy dose of humor.
(210) 934-9745 View (210) 934-9745
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Karen D. Lee, MA, LPC, Ed.D.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EdD
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78216
We all have an innate goodness, natural spontaneity and potential. We tend to disconnect from it in response to painful experiences. It is a natural, even genetic program, to want happiness and joy in life. The frantic attempt to numb or avoid pain,results in denial of joy and natural spontaneity. My commitment as a therapist is facilitation of healing and transformation towards joy and connection. I use a Holistic approach, seek authenticity, and believe that each person's uniqueness can bring inner peace, extend to family, and enhance relationships. The happiness we generate extends to others and then returns.
We all have an innate goodness, natural spontaneity and potential. We tend to disconnect from it in response to painful experiences. It is a natural, even genetic program, to want happiness and joy in life. The frantic attempt to numb or avoid pain,results in denial of joy and natural spontaneity. My commitment as a therapist is facilitation of healing and transformation towards joy and connection. I use a Holistic approach, seek authenticity, and believe that each person's uniqueness can bring inner peace, extend to family, and enhance relationships. The happiness we generate extends to others and then returns.
(210) 870-7799 View (210) 870-7799
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Andy Thornton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78229
Waitlist for new clients
Too often we feel like we can't say everything we want to say, or that we said something wrong and there's no fixing it. In therapy, we can figure out what we want, what we want to say, and who we want to be. We can let it all out, make mistakes, and try again until it feels right. The freedom to speak honestly about all the parts of our experience is a key component to recovery. I am here to listen to you without judgment and to support you in understanding yourself, your relationships, your work, and your meaning. When you can coexist peacefully with all the parts of yourself, you may find your options opening up.
Too often we feel like we can't say everything we want to say, or that we said something wrong and there's no fixing it. In therapy, we can figure out what we want, what we want to say, and who we want to be. We can let it all out, make mistakes, and try again until it feels right. The freedom to speak honestly about all the parts of our experience is a key component to recovery. I am here to listen to you without judgment and to support you in understanding yourself, your relationships, your work, and your meaning. When you can coexist peacefully with all the parts of yourself, you may find your options opening up.
(726) 215-8181 View (726) 215-8181
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Brooke Gilliland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78258
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in Christian counseling, CBT, and play therapy. I believe it's super helpful to use many things within the therapy context. The image of sitting on a couch talking is not the only way to receive counseling services. Therapy can include using your faith to understand how to do things differently. It can also include using forms of creativity (i.e. art, sandtray, play therapy) within the sessions. The goal of counseling is to help you understand why you think, feel and act as you do. This will help you identify the areas in your life where you feel "stuck," guiding you as you work towards the changes you want to make.
I specialize in Christian counseling, CBT, and play therapy. I believe it's super helpful to use many things within the therapy context. The image of sitting on a couch talking is not the only way to receive counseling services. Therapy can include using your faith to understand how to do things differently. It can also include using forms of creativity (i.e. art, sandtray, play therapy) within the sessions. The goal of counseling is to help you understand why you think, feel and act as you do. This will help you identify the areas in your life where you feel "stuck," guiding you as you work towards the changes you want to make.
(210) 791-9378 View (210) 791-9378
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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.