Faculty & Staff

Linda Ercoli, PhD, is a geriatric psychologist specializing in neuropsychology, dementia caregiver education, and the management of behavioral symptoms in individuals with dementia. She has collaborated on numerous research studies focused on early detection of dementia, late life depression, healthy lifestyle interventions, and caregiver support. She conducts behavioral management training for paid and unpaid caregivers. Dr. Ercoli developed cognitive enhancement programs for individuals with mild age-related memory concerns and people cancer-related cognitive changes. She previously... more

Dr. Lavretsky is a Professor In-Residence in the Department of Psychiatry at UCLA and a geriatric integrative psychiatrist with federally funded research program in geriatric depression and integrative mental health using mind-body interventions. She is a recipient of the Career Development awards from NIMH and the NCCIH, and other prestigious research awards. Her current research studies include investigations of mild cognitive impairment and the use of Tai Chi and yoga for treatment and prevention of late-life mood and cognitive disorders, chronic pain and Long-COVID. She is the... more