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