Alzheimers Therapists in Minneapolis, MN

Though I haven't yet worked with any Alzheimers clients, I have worked with some Parkinson's subjects as well as other neurological problems. Hypnosis has been shown to be effective in helping with Parkinson's tremors as well as other aspects of the condition including depression. I was asked if I could help someone suffering from a condition called Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, which is related to ALS or Lou Gehrigs disease. It is a condition with no cure or treatment. When I first met the client, he had been deteriorating for 12 years and was expected to die soon. He was confined to a wheelchair and could no longer speak. He drooled constantly and though wearing a bib, already in the morning was soaked with saliva. He suffered from tremors and got locked in repetitive movements several times a day, had trouble sleeping and couldn't get motivated to do his physical therapy, the only thing his doctors could offer him. In our first session, we were able to eliminate the tremors and repetitive movements, get him to sleep more soundly, and motivate him to do his PT. After the second session he was able to speak for the first time in ears and he got out of his wheelchair and walked. After 5 sessions you couldn't even tel he was sick and now, 6 years later, he's till walking the dog, gardening, hiking his favorite trails.

A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia can bring uncertainty, grief, and major life changes for individuals and their families. I offer therapy to support adults experiencing memory loss as well as caregivers who are managing stress, overwhelm, and complex emotions. My approach is informed by neuropsychology, geropsychology, and evidence-based treatments that focus on dignity, practical coping strategies, and emotional support. Whether you are adjusting to a recent diagnosis or caring for a loved one, you do not have to face it alone. I welcome you to contact me for a free consultation.

I support individuals and families navigating Alzheimer’s disease and other memory-related conditions through emotional support, education, and cognitive-focused care. Therapy may include strategies to support memory, attention, daily functioning, and emotional adjustment, while also helping clients and caregivers manage stress, uncertainty, and ongoing changes. My goal is to support quality of life, clarity, and meaningful engagement at every stage.

My therapeutic approach for Alzheimer's focuses on enhancing quality of life, utilizing interventions tailored to maintain mental function and support daily living activities. This strategy seeks to uphold dignity and foster a positive environment for individuals navigating the complexities of Alzheimer's disease.

Minneapolis has a progressive mental health culture with a high density of therapists, and the city saw sharply increased demand for trauma processing and grief work following the murder of George Floyd and the social upheaval of 2020. The city has a large Somali immigrant community as well as significant Native American, Hmong, and East African populations, with strong demand for therapists who specialize in refugee trauma, cultural adjustment, and identity. Minneapolis winters are long and severe, and therapists with experience in seasonal affective disorder and winter-related depression serve a real clinical need. Hennepin Healthcare and the University of Minnesota Medical Center provide institutional mental health resources alongside the city's extensive private practice community.

Gender ID

	75%	Female
	25%	Male

Session Type

	75%	Online Only
	25%	In Person and Online

Top Treatment Approaches

75%	Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
50%	Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
50%	Neuropsychology
50%	Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
25%	Somatic Therapy
25%	Behavioral Therapy
25%	Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Ages Served

100%	Adult
100%	Senior
25%	Young Adult

Client Focus

75%	Women
50%	Hispanic / Latino
50%	Jewish
50%	Native American
50%	LGBTQ+

Alzheimers therapists in Minneapolis, Minnesota MN

MJB Wellness LLC

Dr. Cara Bussell, PhD, LLC

Unchained Brain LLC

Dr. Rue PLLC

Alzheimers therapists in Minneapolis, Minnesota Statistics

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