Senior Adult Mental Health Therapist (Spanish Speaker)

Older Adult Mental Health offered by Consejo Counseling & Referral Service in Renton Some transportation services are available for enrolled clients. Located near the intersection of 38th Ave S and S Angeline St. Call King County Metro at View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit for public transit information. Spanish-speaking adults age 55 and older with cognitive issues, mood disorder, or emotional impairment. Fees vary by service. Accepts WA Apple Health (Medicaid). Service area King, WA Description Provides culturally appropriate counseling and therapy for older adults with mental health needs. Addresses behavioral health conditions among the elderly with severe cognitive issues, mood disorders, and emotional impairment that affect their daily functions. Helps patients improve their ability to function, develop successful coping strategies, and improve their social and life skills. Evaluates for possible triggers for mental illness in the elderly including: Physical disability Long-term illness (e. g. , heart disease or cancer) Dementia-causing illness (e. g. Alzheimer’s disease) Physical illnesses that can affect thought, memory, and emotion (e. g. thyroid or adrenal disease) Change of environment, like moving into assisted living, nursing home or adult family home setting. The emotional impact of the loss of a loved one Medication interactions and potential side effects Alcohol or substance use patterns. Poor diet or malnutrition. Cultural factors that may impact the individual´s level of functioning Provides culturally relevant behavioral health outpatient services including assessments and treatment services to adults, children and adolescents. #J-18808-Ljbffr