125 Episodes

  1. #065- Elder Abuse and Elder Abuse Reporting Resources

    Published: 6/15/2021

  2. #063- [REPOST] Enhancing Care for LGTBQ Seniors with SAGE’s Tim Johnston, PhD

    Published: 6/8/2021

  3. #064- [REPOST] Affirming Care for Transgender Older Adults with Loree Cook-Daniels

    Published: 6/8/2021

  4. #062- Family Legacy of Dementia Caregiving with MJ Grant

    Published: 6/2/2021

  5. #061- How Growing Up in Poverty Inspired My Career in Mental Health and Aging

    Published: 5/25/2021

  6. #060- Addressing Suicide Among Older Adults with Yeates Conwell, MD

    Published: 5/19/2021

  7. #059- How Does Ageism & Age Discrimination Affect Older Adults' Health

    Published: 5/11/2021

  8. #058- Anxiety in Elderly Adults: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments

    Published: 5/4/2021

  9. #057- The Mental Health Crisis Facing Older Adults & Their Families

    Published: 4/27/2021

  10. #056- Cancer Caregiver Support & Bereavement Groups with Ronni Levine, LMFT

    Published: 4/20/2021

  11. #055- Facts About Aging and Alcohol: Signs of Alcohol Abuse in Older Adults & How to Help

    Published: 4/13/2021

  12. #054- Living and Aging Well with HIV: The Need for Better Mental Health Care with Mark Brennan-Ing, PhD

    Published: 4/7/2021

  13. #053- Older Adults Caring for Adult Children with Autism with Lois Shingler

    Published: 3/30/2021

  14. #052- When Aging Parents Need Help: Family Caregiving Roles & Impacts with Dr. Sara Qualls

    Published: 3/23/2021

  15. #051- The 12 Best Brain Health Recommendations to Reduce Risk for Dementia

    Published: 3/16/2021

  16. #050- The Positive Effects of Nature on Brain Health and Mental Health with Dr. Paula Hartman-Stein

    Published: 3/8/2021

  17. #049- Mild Cognitive Impairment Vs. Dementia Vs. Alzheimer's

    Published: 3/3/2021

  18. #048- Tips for Better Communication in Dementia Care: 3 Caregiving Traps to Avoid with Dr. Natali Edmonds

    Published: 2/24/2021

  19. #047- Living with Dementia: Finding Purpose and Hope with Christine Thelker

    Published: 2/17/2021

  20. #046- Elderly Parent Calling Multiple Times a Day? 5 Expert Tips

    Published: 2/13/2021

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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.