My experience over the last 27 and a half years has been treating seniors over the age of 65. Sometimes, I see people younger than that who are in the nursing homes under unusual circumstances. The issues that I treat generally fall into the following categories: depression, anxiety, fears about loss of independent and grief.
In the course of my work it is important that I be able to work with the medical and support staff in order to provide the most comprehensive care for each person. I work diligently to effectively work with the teams in each facility to which I am assigned.
I work carefully to give each person I treat the best care and support no matter how challenging the person's issues.
I provide initial assessments and follow up with treatment plans based on the assessments. I then do individual sessions to address the goals.
My population consists of senior citizens who reside in nursing homes, assisted living facilities and senior living apartments.
My job was the same as it is with Deer Oaks. I did not treat seniors who lived in independent living environments.
Adult psychology mental health diagnosis, family therapy, Geriatric psychology
Licensed psychologist since 9-21-1994 License 2-4900