Natalie G. Regier is a clinical psychologist with a geriatrics specialty focused on improving the care and well-being of persons living with dementia and that of their caregivers. A primary arm of this work involves developing and evaluating nonpharmacological interventions for behaviors (neuropsychiatric symptoms) associated with dementia. Dr. Regier is currently funded through a grant from the National Institute on Aging (1K23AG058809-01) to work together with persons with early-stage dementia to develop a meaningful activity plan that can be modified and applied throughout the course of the disease. As a psychologist, Dr. Regier’s extensive clinical training and experience inform all aspects of her teaching and research. This clinical work includes conducting neuropsychology and capacity evaluations within the VA Healthcare System, and providing both individual and group psychotherapy services to older adults for such reasons as bereavement, cognitive changes, caregiver support, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, military sexual trauma, and adjustment to life transitions. Dr. Regier regularly presents her work at national and international conferences, and collaborates closely with researchers from a multitude of disciplines and professional schools.
JHU Center Affiliation:
Center for Equity in Aging