Dementia Therapists in Fredericksburg, VA
My name is Brittany Williams. I am an LPC in Virginia and I mostly use cognitive-behavioral therapy. I enjoy working with a wide range of people of all ages and conditions from kids to teenagers to adults to older adults, who are experiencing anything from depression to anxiety to life changes such as grief and loss or anything in between! I look forward to working with you! I have worked with clients of all ages but enjoy mostly working with kids and teenagers. I feel like they have a lot going on in life that is very difficult to navigate and can have a lot of depression and anxiety on top of everything else.
My name is Brittany Williams. I am an LPC in Virginia and I mostly use cognitive-behavioral therapy. I enjoy working with a wide range of people of all ages and conditions from kids to teenagers to adults to older adults, who are experiencing anything from depression to anxiety to life changes such as grief and loss or anything in between! I look forward to working with you! I have worked with clients of all ages but enjoy mostly working with kids and teenagers. I feel like they have a lot going on in life that is very difficult to navigate and can have a lot of depression and anxiety on top of everything else.
Catherine Grace Brackett
Resident in Counseling, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (Online Only)
In practice, I rely heavily on the notion that learning and growth cannot occur without safety and connection. I focus on building honest relationships with clients and have worked with children and adolescents as an educator and childcare provider for over fifteen years. I have extensive international experience with youth advocacy and support programs and have worked closely LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC adolescents and their caregivers and families. I aim to continue to understand the unique challenges faced by these communities and have a passion for multicultural counseling.
In practice, I rely heavily on the notion that learning and growth cannot occur without safety and connection. I focus on building honest relationships with clients and have worked with children and adolescents as an educator and childcare provider for over fifteen years. I have extensive international experience with youth advocacy and support programs and have worked closely LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC adolescents and their caregivers and families. I aim to continue to understand the unique challenges faced by these communities and have a passion for multicultural counseling.
Lindsay J Czajka
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Waitlist for new clients
I currently have a waiting list. I wish you well on your journey. My approach to psychotherapy involves "walking with" you on your journey. The journey would include developing increased self awareness and symptom reduction, which would allow for a fuller experience in one's life. One may also experience increased self empathy throughout the journey. I emphasize the importance of each person's unique early and current experiences. Many individuals I have worked with have concerns involving: trauma, attachment, relationships, identity, life transitions, mood, anxiety, dissociative, personality, & reality.
I currently have a waiting list. I wish you well on your journey. My approach to psychotherapy involves "walking with" you on your journey. The journey would include developing increased self awareness and symptom reduction, which would allow for a fuller experience in one's life. One may also experience increased self empathy throughout the journey. I emphasize the importance of each person's unique early and current experiences. Many individuals I have worked with have concerns involving: trauma, attachment, relationships, identity, life transitions, mood, anxiety, dissociative, personality, & reality.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed, or frustrated as you try to balance day to day life, new stressors, or navigate relationships? I am able to work with you to identify coping strategies and techniques to help you feel more balanced, confident, and in control. I enjoy working with adults and teens and have a special place in my heart for veterans and active duty service members. I am experienced in mental health, substance abuse, overcoming childhood trauma, and grief/bereavement counseling for individuals or families. I enjoy being able to meet a person and help them identify thier internal strenghtns and gifts as they navigate unreso
Have you ever felt overwhelmed, or frustrated as you try to balance day to day life, new stressors, or navigate relationships? I am able to work with you to identify coping strategies and techniques to help you feel more balanced, confident, and in control. I enjoy working with adults and teens and have a special place in my heart for veterans and active duty service members. I am experienced in mental health, substance abuse, overcoming childhood trauma, and grief/bereavement counseling for individuals or families. I enjoy being able to meet a person and help them identify thier internal strenghtns and gifts as they navigate unreso
Prince William Family Counseling
PsyD, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fredericksburg, VA 22403
One consistent aspect of life is it's evolving nature as well as positive and negative stress for participating individuals. Internal and external stress relating to change can be a barrier to progress to success. Prince William Family Counseling is a diverse organization committed to the assistance, education, support, advocacy, outreach, and welfare of clients and the community. Prince William Family Counseling provides theoretical and evidence based client centered and trauma informed assessments and treatment plans for clients 6+ with various diagnosis and severity individually, couple, family, and group settings.
One consistent aspect of life is it's evolving nature as well as positive and negative stress for participating individuals. Internal and external stress relating to change can be a barrier to progress to success. Prince William Family Counseling is a diverse organization committed to the assistance, education, support, advocacy, outreach, and welfare of clients and the community. Prince William Family Counseling provides theoretical and evidence based client centered and trauma informed assessments and treatment plans for clients 6+ with various diagnosis and severity individually, couple, family, and group settings.
Hello! My name is Cassandra Merrick LPC. I am an African American female, who understands the challenges of work life balance. I live by the Golden Rule, of treating others the way I want to be treated. I am eager to help others discover or work through life's obstacles to gain optimum success. Everyone is different so my counseling style will vary depending on the individual.
Hello! My name is Cassandra Merrick LPC. I am an African American female, who understands the challenges of work life balance. I live by the Golden Rule, of treating others the way I want to be treated. I am eager to help others discover or work through life's obstacles to gain optimum success. Everyone is different so my counseling style will vary depending on the individual.
Online Therapists
Brenda Edmonds – Addictions, Anxiety, Depression
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LGSW
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314
Brenda Edmonds is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker in DC that specializes in Addiction, Adoption, Alcohol Use, Alzheimer’s, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Child & Parenting Needs, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence & Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Intellectual & Learning Disabilities, Medication Management, Self-Harming, Stress, Trauma & PTSD, Mental Health, Mood Disorders, and many other areas. Brenda’s 20 years of clinical experience has been widely dedicated to working with children and adults experiencing low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse.
Brenda Edmonds is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker in DC that specializes in Addiction, Adoption, Alcohol Use, Alzheimer’s, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Child & Parenting Needs, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence & Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Intellectual & Learning Disabilities, Medication Management, Self-Harming, Stress, Trauma & PTSD, Mental Health, Mood Disorders, and many other areas. Brenda’s 20 years of clinical experience has been widely dedicated to working with children and adults experiencing low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse.
Potter’s Counseling and Consultation, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, GC-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chester, VA 23831 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Virginia with over 13 years of experience as a social worker. I have worked with children, adults, and geriatric populations. In my practice I have addressed concerns regarding depression, anxiety, and Life transitional issues. My practice also includes caring for Family members diagnosed with dementia, or Alzheimer’s, grief, and bereavement matters.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Virginia with over 13 years of experience as a social worker. I have worked with children, adults, and geriatric populations. In my practice I have addressed concerns regarding depression, anxiety, and Life transitional issues. My practice also includes caring for Family members diagnosed with dementia, or Alzheimer’s, grief, and bereavement matters.
Shannon McNett Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22902
We all experience times of feeling disconnected from family, friends, or coworkers. When this human experience is prolonged or frequent it may lead to unskillfull coping and greater suffering. I BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF CONNECTION WITH OTHERS AND I KNOW THIS PROCESS MUST START WITH CONNECTING TO OURSELVES. With over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health and wellness, I have supported countless people on their journey to a more full and authentic life. My clients range from teenagers to older adults who seek support with relationships, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, and life transitions.
We all experience times of feeling disconnected from family, friends, or coworkers. When this human experience is prolonged or frequent it may lead to unskillfull coping and greater suffering. I BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF CONNECTION WITH OTHERS AND I KNOW THIS PROCESS MUST START WITH CONNECTING TO OURSELVES. With over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health and wellness, I have supported countless people on their journey to a more full and authentic life. My clients range from teenagers to older adults who seek support with relationships, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, and life transitions.
Shane A Lanzo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Falls Church, VA 22043 (Online Only)
I strive to be present, attentive, emotionally attuned, to bear witness to one’s narrative and experiences, and to provide individual clients with a safe space to unearth, process, and make sense of things in their life that have stymied or thwarted them, resulting in undesirable patterns of thought, behaviors, and or symptoms. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW - VA) (LICSW – D.C.) with 22 years of experience working with adolescents, young adults, adults, and older adults in both inpatient and outpatient medical and community settings.
I strive to be present, attentive, emotionally attuned, to bear witness to one’s narrative and experiences, and to provide individual clients with a safe space to unearth, process, and make sense of things in their life that have stymied or thwarted them, resulting in undesirable patterns of thought, behaviors, and or symptoms. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW - VA) (LICSW – D.C.) with 22 years of experience working with adolescents, young adults, adults, and older adults in both inpatient and outpatient medical and community settings.
Neuropsychological evaluations are often helpful in determining the presence and/or extent of problems with thinking abilities, such as those occurring as a result of traumatic brain injury, stroke, dementia, ADHD, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, cancer, depression, anxiety, and more.
Do you or your family worry about your thinking abilities? Have you always wondered whether your diagnosis is accurate or wished that you had a more comprehensive evaluation of your symptoms? I perform neuropsychological and psychological evaluations that integrate various cognitive and emotional traits into a personalized and thorough evaluation. I regularly perform forensic neuropsychological and psychological evaluations for the court system. As a board certified neuropsychologist, I often perform cognitive testing to assess skills such as intelligence, attention, processing speed, executive functioning, language, and memory.
Neuropsychological evaluations are often helpful in determining the presence and/or extent of problems with thinking abilities, such as those occurring as a result of traumatic brain injury, stroke, dementia, ADHD, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, cancer, depression, anxiety, and more.
Do you or your family worry about your thinking abilities? Have you always wondered whether your diagnosis is accurate or wished that you had a more comprehensive evaluation of your symptoms? I perform neuropsychological and psychological evaluations that integrate various cognitive and emotional traits into a personalized and thorough evaluation. I regularly perform forensic neuropsychological and psychological evaluations for the court system. As a board certified neuropsychologist, I often perform cognitive testing to assess skills such as intelligence, attention, processing speed, executive functioning, language, and memory.
Sheila Marie Graves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23188
I'm familiar w/life's unexpected emotional setbacks, roadblocks & increasing negative momentum I'm familiar with depression, anxiety, domestic violence, substance abuse, criminal justice system, aging transitions, dementia & hospice.
I'm a soft place to fall during difficult times & specialize in focusing on your personal wants, wishes & needs. This way we can work on building the bridges from where you are to where you want to be. I'm compassionate, creative & solution focused in helping lift the veil on ways that make the greatest gains across each bridge.
I'm familiar w/life's unexpected emotional setbacks, roadblocks & increasing negative momentum I'm familiar with depression, anxiety, domestic violence, substance abuse, criminal justice system, aging transitions, dementia & hospice.
I'm a soft place to fall during difficult times & specialize in focusing on your personal wants, wishes & needs. This way we can work on building the bridges from where you are to where you want to be. I'm compassionate, creative & solution focused in helping lift the veil on ways that make the greatest gains across each bridge.
I provide experienced counseling and consultation to individuals and families facing the psychological impact of a dementia diagnosis, the challenges of dementia caregiving and/or other elder care issues.
I have an international cross-cultural counseling background and over 30 years of counseling experience, with a specialty practice focus on dementia and dementia caregivers. I strive to provide effective therapy in a safe and comfortable environment, allowing clients to explore issues, identify problems and develop approaches that result in achieving a healthier life. I place a priority on integrity and I adhere to the highest professional ethical standards. Confidentiality and client respect comprise the foundation of my work.
I provide experienced counseling and consultation to individuals and families facing the psychological impact of a dementia diagnosis, the challenges of dementia caregiving and/or other elder care issues.
I have an international cross-cultural counseling background and over 30 years of counseling experience, with a specialty practice focus on dementia and dementia caregivers. I strive to provide effective therapy in a safe and comfortable environment, allowing clients to explore issues, identify problems and develop approaches that result in achieving a healthier life. I place a priority on integrity and I adhere to the highest professional ethical standards. Confidentiality and client respect comprise the foundation of my work.
Now is a hyper stressful time and you are not alone! I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and am EMDRIA, EMDR trained. Do you feel anxious, have constant worry or feel on edge? Do you have a lack of interest, irregular sleep, fatigue, feel worthless or guilty, or an inability to concentrate? Do you fixate on past experiences, avoid certain people, places or things, or have blanks in your memory? If so, you do not have to continue to live like this, I can help.
Now is a hyper stressful time and you are not alone! I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and am EMDRIA, EMDR trained. Do you feel anxious, have constant worry or feel on edge? Do you have a lack of interest, irregular sleep, fatigue, feel worthless or guilty, or an inability to concentrate? Do you fixate on past experiences, avoid certain people, places or things, or have blanks in your memory? If so, you do not have to continue to live like this, I can help.
I have experience working with adults of all ages experiencing anxiety/depression, complex medical issues, memory issues, grief/loss, self-esteem/self-confidence issues.
A positive well being is important to live a fulfilling life. I believe that therapy is every person’s journey in their own time and process. I offer a safe space and non-judgmental perspective to allow for self discovery, healing and growth—strength to meet life’s challenges. I use a person centered, resilience based and solution focused approaches. I will work with you to set manageable goals and become the best version of you.
I have experience working with adults of all ages experiencing anxiety/depression, complex medical issues, memory issues, grief/loss, self-esteem/self-confidence issues.
A positive well being is important to live a fulfilling life. I believe that therapy is every person’s journey in their own time and process. I offer a safe space and non-judgmental perspective to allow for self discovery, healing and growth—strength to meet life’s challenges. I use a person centered, resilience based and solution focused approaches. I will work with you to set manageable goals and become the best version of you.
My name is Stephanie Craddock, and I am a Clinical Social Worker committed to providing clients with a warm, supportive environment in which they can explore and grow. The clients I typically work with are dealing with stress and anxiety, maybe due to a major life change or having anxiety impact their life for no known reason. I also enjoy working with older adults and the people who care for them, as well as people who are experiencing parenting struggles.
My name is Stephanie Craddock, and I am a Clinical Social Worker committed to providing clients with a warm, supportive environment in which they can explore and grow. The clients I typically work with are dealing with stress and anxiety, maybe due to a major life change or having anxiety impact their life for no known reason. I also enjoy working with older adults and the people who care for them, as well as people who are experiencing parenting struggles.
My name is Stephanie Craddock, and I am a Clinical Social Worker committed to providing clients with a warm, supportive environment in which they can explore and grow. The clients I typically work with are dealing with stress and anxiety, maybe due to a major life change or having anxiety impact their life for no known reason. I also enjoy working with older adults and the people who care for them, as well as people who are experiencing parenting struggles.
My name is Stephanie Craddock, and I am a Clinical Social Worker committed to providing clients with a warm, supportive environment in which they can explore and grow. The clients I typically work with are dealing with stress and anxiety, maybe due to a major life change or having anxiety impact their life for no known reason. I also enjoy working with older adults and the people who care for them, as well as people who are experiencing parenting struggles.
welcome. I hope that I can be helpful to you. I work with young adults, persons in mid life and older adults who need help with a variety of issues including challenging life events, transition and change, loss, grief, illness, depression, anxiety, caregiving and resource awareness. My goal is to make a positive difference in the lives of my clients who are struggling with life challenges. I do this by listening empathically, guiding my clients through personal exploration and providing support as they do so. I also provide resource information as appropriate.
welcome. I hope that I can be helpful to you. I work with young adults, persons in mid life and older adults who need help with a variety of issues including challenging life events, transition and change, loss, grief, illness, depression, anxiety, caregiving and resource awareness. My goal is to make a positive difference in the lives of my clients who are struggling with life challenges. I do this by listening empathically, guiding my clients through personal exploration and providing support as they do so. I also provide resource information as appropriate.
Charlyn Taylor Toupin
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Stafford, VA 22554 (Online Only)
Awareness Counseling LLC in Virginia Beach, VA. My educational background consists of a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master's in Clinical Mental Health and Counseling, both from South University, Virginia Beach. This is my second career after spending over 25 years working with the senior population as a therapeutic recreation specialist/nursing/ dementia unit director. Counseling has been a deep-seated love all of her life; my philosophy is that all we need is to become self-aware and have the ability to self-reflect, and we are halfway there once we have committed to taking this journey.
Awareness Counseling LLC in Virginia Beach, VA. My educational background consists of a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master's in Clinical Mental Health and Counseling, both from South University, Virginia Beach. This is my second career after spending over 25 years working with the senior population as a therapeutic recreation specialist/nursing/ dementia unit director. Counseling has been a deep-seated love all of her life; my philosophy is that all we need is to become self-aware and have the ability to self-reflect, and we are halfway there once we have committed to taking this journey.
Hello! I work with adults, including older adults and their families, challenged by life's interruptions and stress--how can you cope? Yes, you can endure. I offer experience with aging, caregiving, life transitions, depression/anxiety, stress, illness and disability, cognitive/neuro impairment, death and dying, care/resource planning, loss and grief, trauma and relationship/conflict resolution. I use interventions (CBT, trauma informed, solution focused, relational, etc...) tailored to best meet your needs. I use a person centered and strengths based approach to offer hope and coping strategies to thrive.
Hello! I work with adults, including older adults and their families, challenged by life's interruptions and stress--how can you cope? Yes, you can endure. I offer experience with aging, caregiving, life transitions, depression/anxiety, stress, illness and disability, cognitive/neuro impairment, death and dying, care/resource planning, loss and grief, trauma and relationship/conflict resolution. I use interventions (CBT, trauma informed, solution focused, relational, etc...) tailored to best meet your needs. I use a person centered and strengths based approach to offer hope and coping strategies to thrive.
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Dementia Therapists
Can dementia patients benefit from counseling?
Dementia patients can often benefit significantly from counseling. While neurologists typically treat dementia itself, counselors provide crucial emotional support for patients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia can help clients navigate aging, end-of-life issues, social isolation, sleep challenges, and grief. They can also assist clients in adapting to the disease by addressing caregiving concerns and supporting family members. Counselors will often also collaborate with a patient's neurologist or other medical providers to manage dementia symptoms and medication needs.
How can you tell if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's?
To determine if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's disease, there are several signs and diagnostic methods that medical professionals use. Early signs of dementia often include memory loss, difficulty with problem-solving, and challenges in completing familiar tasks. Diagnosing dementia or Alzheimer's requires a comprehensive approach, as there is no single definitive test, and initial diagnosis can sometimes be difficult as symptoms tend to worsen progressively over time. To make a diagnosis, medical professionals typically use a combination of methods, including standardized questionnaires and cognitive tests to assess memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, psychiatric evaluations to understand mental health status, brain scans to look for physical changes in the brain, as well as other medical tests to rule out other conditions.
What are the first-line treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease?
There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but catching the disease in its early-to-moderate phases can be beneficial in order to initiate first-line treatments to help manage symptoms. Medications such as galantamine, rivastigmine, and donepezil are examples of cholinesterase inhibitors that are commonly prescribed for Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, working with a therapist or social worker can also often help patients with the disease address common behavioral and lifestyle concerns, such as anxiety, depression, irritability, sleep problems, social support, and housing changes.
When to seek treatment for Alzheimer’s?
It’s best to seek treatment at the first signs of Alzheimer's. Early warning signs of Alzheimer’s include memory problems, such as forgetting appointments or directions, as well as trouble concentrating, paying attention, retrieving words, and carrying out daily household tasks. An early diagnosis can help people slow the progression of the disease with medication and plan for the future in terms of housing, social/caregiving support, and finances.