Levine Madori PhD

Linda Levine Madori, PhD, is a professor, artist, researcher, speaker, and health-care professional specializing in Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive impairment. With more than 30 years of experience, she created the Therapeutic Thematic Arts Programming (TTAP) Method®, an approach that uses creative arts, brain science, and cognition to support communication, emotional well-being, and quality of life. Her work combines research and practical care strategies for adults with cognitive impairments and the people who support them.

Dr. Madori offers professional speaking, counseling, workshops, and certification training. Her five-part TTAP certification course provides caregivers, social workers, and creative arts professionals with practical techniques for use in clinical, community, and home-care settings. Her resources also include books on caregiving, cognitive impairment, and meaningful, dignified care, with new releases available in several languages. The website features research, articles, videos, testimonials, and information about awards and the TTAP Method. An international speaker since 1991, Dr. Madori has presented educational programs in more than 30 countries and brings together clinical experience, research, and creative practice in her work.