Memory Care & Geriatric Psychiatry in California

Older adults face a unique mix of psychiatric needs: depression that hides as withdrawal, anxiety around health and independence, sleep changes, grief, and the behavioral symptoms that can accompany dementia. Geriatric psychiatry requires its own expertise — in conditions, in conservative prescribing, and in working with families and facilities.

Harpal Singh, PMHNP-BC, built much of his career in assisted living, memory care, and long-term care settings. Mindful Sewa Psychiatry brings that experience to seniors across California through telehealth — at home or in a facility.

Signs & Symptoms of Memory Care Psychiatry

• Depression appearing as withdrawal or apathy
• New anxiety about health, falls, or independence
• Sleep-wake disruption
• Agitation or behavioral changes with dementia
• Grief after loss of a spouse or independence
• Confusion that fluctuates day to day
• Medication side effects affecting mood or thinking
• Caregiver concern that "something has changed"

How We Treat Memory Care Psychiatry

Senior care here is deliberately conservative: start low, go slow, and review everything. We screen for medication interactions and medical causes, favor the safest effective options, and coordinate with primary care, family, and facility staff.

Telehealth is a particular gift for seniors — no transportation, no waiting rooms, and visits can happen with a family member or facility nurse assisting.

What to Expect at Your First Appointment

Visits are unhurried video appointments, often with a family member or caregiver present. We review the full medication list, medical history, and daily functioning before recommending any change.

Ready to start? Book a comprehensive evaluation, review our transparent fees, or take the symptoms quiz first.