Mental Health + Aging with Dr. Regina Koepp
A podcast by Dr. Regina Koepp - Tuesdays
125 Episodes
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#105- How to Talk with Older Adults About Mental Health Problems
Published: 5/29/2024 -
#104- 5 Life Lessons I've Learned from 20 years of Working with Older Adults
Published: 2/9/2024 -
#103- Is Anxiety Treatable in Older Adults? Expert Shares Effective Treatment
Published: 10/9/2023 -
#102- 3 Myths About Aging and Intimacy: Lessons Learned from the Golden Bachelor.
Published: 10/2/2023 -
#101- Leading Causes of Cognitive Impairment in Old Age
Published: 7/26/2023 -
#100- Are Mild Cognitive Impairment and Dementia The Same Thing?
Published: 7/19/2023 -
#099- Parkinsons & Sex: 5 Ways to Cultivate Intimacy When Living with Parkinson's Disease
Published: 4/21/2023 -
#098- Which Mental Health Providers Work with Older Adults?
Published: 2/14/2023 -
#097- Expert Advice to Older Adults New to the Mental Health Space
Published: 2/2/2023 -
#096- Screening and Referral for Depressed Older Adults
Published: 1/11/2023 -
#095- Signs of Depression in Older Adults
Published: 1/6/2023 -
#094- Mental Health Care for Older Adults with HIV
Published: 11/16/2022 -
#093- Elder Abuse is Still Underreported: Must Know Tips for Mandated Reporters with Page Ulrey
Published: 10/25/2022 -
#092- Elder Financial Abuse by Family Members with Dr. Peter Lichtenberg
Published: 10/14/2022 -
#091- Sexuality in Older Adults: Why Sexual Liberation Matters
Published: 9/27/2022 -
#090- What Increases Suicide Risk Among Older Adults with Yeates Conwell, MD
Published: 9/15/2022 -
#089- Addiction Free Solutions for Managing Chronic Pain with Dr. Stephen Grinstead
Published: 8/26/2022 -
#088- Chronic Pain, Opioids, and Addiction among Older Adults with Dr. Sudheer Potru
Published: 8/11/2022 -
#087- What is Biofeedback for Cardiovascular Health with Maggie Johnson, PhD
Published: 7/27/2022 -
#086- How Chronic Pain Impacts Mental Health with Dr. Jennifer Steiner
Published: 7/13/2022
Welcome to The Mental Health and Aging Podcast—your go-to resource for evidence-based strategies, mental health tools, and expert insights to support the psychological, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing of older adults.Hosted by clinical geropsychologist and founder of the Center for Mental Health & Aging, Dr. Regina Koepp, this podcast is designed for therapists, psychologists, social workers, aging life care professionals, geriatric care managers, and healthcare providers who want to confidently address the mental health needs of older adults.Most mental health and healthcare professionals were trained to focus on the physical changes of aging—but that’s only part of the picture. This podcast explores the not-so-physical aspects of aging:How purpose and meaning evolve later in lifeThe emotional and psychological impact of retirement and life transitionsSpiritual growth that often accompanies physical declineMental health challenges like depression, anxiety, grief, loneliness, and traumaAnd what actually works in therapy with older adults🎙️ Each episode delivers: ✔️ Practical tools and mindset shifts you can use right away ✔️ Real-life stories of healing, growth, and transformation ✔️ Behind-the-scenes lessons from building a national movement for mental health and aging ✔️ Guidance from leaders in geropsychology, health psychology, palliative care, and beyondWhether you're seeking continuing education, clinical confidence, or a deeper understanding of how to help older adults thrive, this podcast is for you.Because aging is more than decline. It’s development.And there’s no expiration date on healing, transformation, or growthSubscribe/Follow now and become the clinician older adults deserve.