Rebecca Hinchcliff

Hi, I'm Becky Hinchcliff, a Licensed Clinical Social worker and certified dementia specialist. I have been working with the veteran population in a mental health and geriatric medicine setting since 2016. My background also includes work in the state prison system, community behavioral and mental health, and social work intern education. These diverse experiences give me a deep understanding of people navigating complex medical, emotional, and caregiving challenges.

I specialize in working with veterans, caregivers, and individuals impacted by dementia-related disorders. Many of the clients I work with are coping with caregiver strain, grief, burnout, complex family dynamics, or the emotional impact of progressive cognitive decline in a loved one. My role is to offer steady support, practical guidance, and evidence-informed education that helps you feel less alone and more empowered.

My approach blends trauma-informed care, dementia-specific training, behavioral strategies, and compassionate coaching. As a Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT), Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), and Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), I help clients understand dementia progression, communicate more effectively with their loved one, explore the interaction between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and navigate caregiving in a way that preserves dignity for everyone involved.

Specialized training in:

• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
• Motivational Interviewing (MI)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• DBT Skills (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy)
• Dementia Care
• Montessori Dementia Care

In our first few sessions, you can expect a supportive space to share your story, identify immediate stressors, and clarify what you most need right now - whether that's education, emotional support, coping strategies, or help planning next steps. Together, we focus on building practical, sustainable tools that ease overwhelm and strengthen resilience.