125 Episodes

  1. #045- Dementia Education for African American Families with Dr. Fayron Epps

    Published: 2/10/2021

  2. #044- Lower Caregiver Stress with Proven Resilience Strategies

    Published: 2/2/2021

  3. #043- Managing Caregiver Guilt and Shame about Moving Aging Parent to Assisted Living

    Published: 1/27/2021

  4. #042- How to Start a Senior Living Discussion with Aging Parents

    Published: 1/19/2021

  5. #041- Expert Tips for Finding Senior Living with a Mental Health Condition - with Candy Cohn

    Published: 1/13/2021

  6. #040- Older Adults and Resilience During the COVID-19 Pandemic: 5 Proven Strategies

    Published: 1/6/2021

  7. #039- Dementia Communication Tips with Alzheimer's Poetry Project's Gary Glazner

    Published: 12/22/2020

  8. #038- Real Talk about Hospice & Palliative Care with Lauren Marcewicz, MD

    Published: 12/16/2020

  9. #037- How to Talk About End of Life Wishes - with Patty Webster, The Conversation Project

    Published: 12/9/2020

  10. HIV, Mental Health, and Older Adults: Must Know Statistics

    Published: 12/2/2020

  11. Caregiving During COVID: 5 Self-Care Strategies for Caregivers

    Published: 11/23/2020

  12. Affirming Care for Transgender Older Adults with Loree Cook-Daniels

    Published: 11/18/2020

  13. Support Veterans With Loving Conversations. Expert Tips from a Former VA Psychologist

    Published: 11/11/2020

  14. Exercise Program For Seniors: How to Strengthen Body and Mind with Vivo's Eric Levitan

    Published: 11/3/2020

  15. Art & Alzheimer's: Dementia Awareness Through Visual Storytelling with Gina Martin

    Published: 10/27/2020

  16. FAQs about Dementia and Voting with Jennifer Mathis of The Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

    Published: 10/20/2020

  17. Tips for Living Independently and Safely with Alzheimer's & Dementia

    Published: 10/13/2020

  18. How to Reduce the Risk of Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease - Interview with Dr. Vonetta Dotson

    Published: 10/7/2020

  19. Aging & Sexuality: Benefits & Barriers of Sex Among Seniors

    Published: 9/29/2020

  20. Is Cannabis Use Safe for Older Adults? Interview with Dr. Peter Grinspoon

    Published: 9/23/2020

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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.