Cancer Therapists in Canton, MA

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Rebecca A Housel
M A, Ph D
Verified Verified
Canton, MA 02021  (Online Only)
My coaching practice is compassion-based & uses tools like positive psychology, meditation & hypnotherapy to build confidence & resiliency. Clients include Millennials 20-45, Gen Xers 45-55, & Baby Boomers 56-74 dealing with relationships, career, concerns surrounding parenting, health issues/chronic illness ( cancer, diabetes, thyroid disorders, COVID-19), LGBTQIA, disability, and grief from loss (job, parent/family member/friend, partner, child, home, bankruptcy, divorce/separation). My areas of expertise include life coaching, life transitions, love-relationships/dating, & confidence/self-esteem building.
My coaching practice is compassion-based & uses tools like positive psychology, meditation & hypnotherapy to build confidence & resiliency. Clients include Millennials 20-45, Gen Xers 45-55, & Baby Boomers 56-74 dealing with relationships, career, concerns surrounding parenting, health issues/chronic illness ( cancer, diabetes, thyroid disorders, COVID-19), LGBTQIA, disability, and grief from loss (job, parent/family member/friend, partner, child, home, bankruptcy, divorce/separation). My areas of expertise include life coaching, life transitions, love-relationships/dating, & confidence/self-esteem building.
(978) 307-8221 View (978) 307-8221
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Nathaniel Putnam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Canton, MA 02021
Waitlist for new clients
Not all Who Wander are Lost! Ecotherapy removes the confines of traditional office setting and creates a therapeutic alternative to "talk therapy". Ecotherapy calls you to challenge yourself, unearth a deeper connection to nature and explore new ways to unpack limiting beliefs, repair relationships and appreciate the beauty of the journey.
Not all Who Wander are Lost! Ecotherapy removes the confines of traditional office setting and creates a therapeutic alternative to "talk therapy". Ecotherapy calls you to challenge yourself, unearth a deeper connection to nature and explore new ways to unpack limiting beliefs, repair relationships and appreciate the beauty of the journey.
(339) 217-8922 View (339) 217-8922
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Myriam Francoeur
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Canton, MA 02021  (Online Only)
Adolescence is a significant period of growth and change. For some youths, it can be a challenging time in life as they construct and solidify their identities. Using a collaborative approach, I assist adolescents to develop problem-solving skills, improve their communication and social connections, while identifying and managing their emotions and stressors. I help adolescents to have a greater understanding of who they are and who they want to become. Essentially, my goal is to give young people the tools and support they need to be their best selves while navigating through life's challenges.
Adolescence is a significant period of growth and change. For some youths, it can be a challenging time in life as they construct and solidify their identities. Using a collaborative approach, I assist adolescents to develop problem-solving skills, improve their communication and social connections, while identifying and managing their emotions and stressors. I help adolescents to have a greater understanding of who they are and who they want to become. Essentially, my goal is to give young people the tools and support they need to be their best selves while navigating through life's challenges.
(339) 210-1067 View (339) 210-1067
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Andrea Gefteas
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Canton, MA 02021
**I currently have daytime availability. Please email me, including your scheduling needs** I believe that everyone has the ability to grow, achieve, and overcome their struggles. Sometimes, though, that's easier said than done. My goal is to create a safe and welcoming space for my clients to explore themselves and learn effective tools to create positive change in their lives. I integrate many different treatment approaches in order to tailor treatment towards my clients' specific needs, including cognitive, behavioral, dialectic, dynamic, and relational techniques, taking a positive, strengths-based approach to treatment.
**I currently have daytime availability. Please email me, including your scheduling needs** I believe that everyone has the ability to grow, achieve, and overcome their struggles. Sometimes, though, that's easier said than done. My goal is to create a safe and welcoming space for my clients to explore themselves and learn effective tools to create positive change in their lives. I integrate many different treatment approaches in order to tailor treatment towards my clients' specific needs, including cognitive, behavioral, dialectic, dynamic, and relational techniques, taking a positive, strengths-based approach to treatment.
(339) 356-1559 View (339) 356-1559
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Changing Sails Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Canton, MA 02021  (Online Only)
At Changing Sails, we understand that the journey to seek and attain healthy relationships, joy, purpose, acceptance, peace, love (the list goes on...) is one that should not be traveled alone. As your therapists, we offer a supportive presence, walking alongside you as you explore, accept, challenge, change, and cope with the unexpected directions life may take. We are flexible in our approach and tailor our services to meet the unique needs of each client. Whether clients prefer a more active listening approach or are seeking a sounding board for advice and direction, we adapt our methods to ensure they receive the support.
At Changing Sails, we understand that the journey to seek and attain healthy relationships, joy, purpose, acceptance, peace, love (the list goes on...) is one that should not be traveled alone. As your therapists, we offer a supportive presence, walking alongside you as you explore, accept, challenge, change, and cope with the unexpected directions life may take. We are flexible in our approach and tailor our services to meet the unique needs of each client. Whether clients prefer a more active listening approach or are seeking a sounding board for advice and direction, we adapt our methods to ensure they receive the support.
(857) 228-5757 View (857) 228-5757
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Erin D McCoy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Canton, MA 02021
For the past 16 years, I've had the privilege of working with clients impacted by various stressors including trauma, abuse, violence, loss, depression and anxiety, PTSD, chronic medical and neurological illness, and parenting complexities. I enjoy working with clients individually or as families and couples. My clients range in age from late adolescence to late adulthood.
For the past 16 years, I've had the privilege of working with clients impacted by various stressors including trauma, abuse, violence, loss, depression and anxiety, PTSD, chronic medical and neurological illness, and parenting complexities. I enjoy working with clients individually or as families and couples. My clients range in age from late adolescence to late adulthood.
(781) 828-2418 View (781) 828-2418
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Betsy Ross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canton, MA 02021
Therapy is a personal journey to a more fulfilling life. Working together, I will help you understand and resolve the difficulties you encounter along the way, including those which seem to happen over and over again. In time, you will learn more about yourself, the situations you find yourself in, your choices, and how you feel about these. You can increase your understanding of the people and relationships you are drawn to and of the various roads forward to choose from. Taking this inner journey has never seemed more important for coping with the stresses, worries, and powerful feelings life presents. Talking really helps.
Therapy is a personal journey to a more fulfilling life. Working together, I will help you understand and resolve the difficulties you encounter along the way, including those which seem to happen over and over again. In time, you will learn more about yourself, the situations you find yourself in, your choices, and how you feel about these. You can increase your understanding of the people and relationships you are drawn to and of the various roads forward to choose from. Taking this inner journey has never seemed more important for coping with the stresses, worries, and powerful feelings life presents. Talking really helps.
(781) 253-8208 View (781) 253-8208
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Boston Group Therapy
Counselor, PsyaD, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Canton, MA 02021
Boston Group Therapy offers a variety of counseling, coaching and consultation services, including individual psychotherapy for adults and adolescents, as well as family and couples counseling. By understanding what causes stress and what is holding us back from living a more fullfilling life we can take the proper course of action for ourselves and our loved ones.
Boston Group Therapy offers a variety of counseling, coaching and consultation services, including individual psychotherapy for adults and adolescents, as well as family and couples counseling. By understanding what causes stress and what is holding us back from living a more fullfilling life we can take the proper course of action for ourselves and our loved ones.
(857) 574-0968 View (857) 574-0968
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Meredith J Goldsmith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Canton, MA 02021
Overwhelmed by workplace challenges and family demands? Overwrought over disappointing relationships? Overextended and unable to find a way to bring balance to your life? A new perspective, new insights, can overcome some of these negative 'overs', and I believe that, as an empathic and well-trained therapist, I may well be able to help.
Overwhelmed by workplace challenges and family demands? Overwrought over disappointing relationships? Overextended and unable to find a way to bring balance to your life? A new perspective, new insights, can overcome some of these negative 'overs', and I believe that, as an empathic and well-trained therapist, I may well be able to help.
(617) 934-4090 View (617) 934-4090
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After the Storm Counseling Services
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MEd, LADC I
Verified Verified
Canton, MA 02021
Accepting New Clients and evening appointments. Whether you are going through a major life event or dealing with anxiety depression or everyday stressors from life, you have come to the right place. Wherever you are in your journey in life, let’s take the journey together in achieving your goal of a life full of peace, happiness, and self-awareness. I’m a licensed therapist committed to helping individuals in understanding how their past experiences have shaped their current life. However, these experiences do not need to define your future. It is never too late to start the journey to the life you envisioned for yourself.
Accepting New Clients and evening appointments. Whether you are going through a major life event or dealing with anxiety depression or everyday stressors from life, you have come to the right place. Wherever you are in your journey in life, let’s take the journey together in achieving your goal of a life full of peace, happiness, and self-awareness. I’m a licensed therapist committed to helping individuals in understanding how their past experiences have shaped their current life. However, these experiences do not need to define your future. It is never too late to start the journey to the life you envisioned for yourself.
(508) 570-9642 View (508) 570-9642
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Rebecca A Housel
MA, PhD
Verified Verified
Canton, MA 02021  (Online Only)
A compassion-based coaching practice, I work with Gen Z (18-22), Millennials (22-47), Gen X (47-56), Baby Boomers (57-75), and Traditionalists (75+) using positive psychology to help with life transitions (college, LGBTQ, change of career, unemployment, grief, disability, relationships, abandonment, chronic illness, COVID-19, loss of a loved one/parent/child/spouse, loss of a beloved pet, etc.). Guided meditation/hypnotherapy, custom affirmations and sound therapy (Nepalese & Tibetan singing bowls) are just some of the coping strategies to help people release the past and move toward their future success!
A compassion-based coaching practice, I work with Gen Z (18-22), Millennials (22-47), Gen X (47-56), Baby Boomers (57-75), and Traditionalists (75+) using positive psychology to help with life transitions (college, LGBTQ, change of career, unemployment, grief, disability, relationships, abandonment, chronic illness, COVID-19, loss of a loved one/parent/child/spouse, loss of a beloved pet, etc.). Guided meditation/hypnotherapy, custom affirmations and sound therapy (Nepalese & Tibetan singing bowls) are just some of the coping strategies to help people release the past and move toward their future success!
(978) 307-8221 View (978) 307-8221

More Therapists Nearby

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Shannah Zinkievich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02124  (Online Only)
As a cancer survivor and a mother of two children, I understand firsthand how difficult everyday stressors and unexpected diagnoses are.
Has a diagnosis for you or a loved one turned your life upside down? Do you feel hopeless and frustrated by all the medical treatments? Thoughts of scans, tests, treatment, and side effects can be overwhelming. Even after treatment is over, quality of life can be compromised. Are you trying to find the "new normal" they talk about and feel stuck? Do you feel like your body has betrayed you? Do you feel like family and friends can’t seem to understand, and your medical issues have taken away all your interests?
As a cancer survivor and a mother of two children, I understand firsthand how difficult everyday stressors and unexpected diagnoses are.
Has a diagnosis for you or a loved one turned your life upside down? Do you feel hopeless and frustrated by all the medical treatments? Thoughts of scans, tests, treatment, and side effects can be overwhelming. Even after treatment is over, quality of life can be compromised. Are you trying to find the "new normal" they talk about and feel stuck? Do you feel like your body has betrayed you? Do you feel like family and friends can’t seem to understand, and your medical issues have taken away all your interests?
(475) 476-1692 View (475) 476-1692
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Sari Chait
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dedham, MA 02026
Are you feeling completely drained - physically or emotionally? Maybe you can’t even remember the last time you felt well rested and stress-free. Living with stress, anxiety, fertility struggles, postpartum changes, cancer, or insomnia is hard enough but doing it while trying to manage all your other responsibilities can be draining. You may sometimes find yourself worrying about things you never used to even think about. The sadness you feel at times can make it hard to imagine reading a book, going out with friends, cooking a healthy meal, working out, sitting through another school play, or telling your partner about your day.
Are you feeling completely drained - physically or emotionally? Maybe you can’t even remember the last time you felt well rested and stress-free. Living with stress, anxiety, fertility struggles, postpartum changes, cancer, or insomnia is hard enough but doing it while trying to manage all your other responsibilities can be draining. You may sometimes find yourself worrying about things you never used to even think about. The sadness you feel at times can make it hard to imagine reading a book, going out with friends, cooking a healthy meal, working out, sitting through another school play, or telling your partner about your day.
(339) 236-7552 View (339) 236-7552
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Judith Counterman
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stoughton, MA 02072
In particular, Women's health; Breast Cancer.
I am a dedicated and caring therapist who seeks to help Adults who have suffered from Covert Abuse: also with Interpersonal issues, situational, anxiety, loneliness,and depression.. I am a MA License Mental Health Counselor.
In particular, Women's health; Breast Cancer.
I am a dedicated and caring therapist who seeks to help Adults who have suffered from Covert Abuse: also with Interpersonal issues, situational, anxiety, loneliness,and depression.. I am a MA License Mental Health Counselor.
(781) 912-3871 View (781) 912-3871
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Jessica Mosey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Weymouth, MA 02190  (Online Only)
My areas of expertise are grief and loss, chronic, serious, and terminal illnesses, chronic pain, cancer and cancer survivorship, and caregiver fatigue.
I currently have an evening time slot open for a new client. I see therapy as guidance for healing, self-development, and an opportunity to feel understood. Through a collaborative, therapeutic approach, I utilize empathy, patience, and a sense of humor, to help clients through unexpected challenges and transitional life phases. I bring a combination of my clinical background and empathy through the use of a strengths based and person centered approach. I strive to provide individualized, compassionate psychotherapy in a safe, welcoming environment.
My areas of expertise are grief and loss, chronic, serious, and terminal illnesses, chronic pain, cancer and cancer survivorship, and caregiver fatigue.
I currently have an evening time slot open for a new client. I see therapy as guidance for healing, self-development, and an opportunity to feel understood. Through a collaborative, therapeutic approach, I utilize empathy, patience, and a sense of humor, to help clients through unexpected challenges and transitional life phases. I bring a combination of my clinical background and empathy through the use of a strengths based and person centered approach. I strive to provide individualized, compassionate psychotherapy in a safe, welcoming environment.
(781) 625-9662 View (781) 625-9662
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Amy Sandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dedham, MA 02026
Life is not about IF we will face difficult times, it's about preparing for WHEN and getting through the now. I enjoy working with adults and children who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, cultural demands, grief/loss, and complex life transitions (including serious illness such as cancer, etc.). I want to help you discover meaning and hope through our intentional work together. Additionally, I am LGBTQ+ affirming.
Life is not about IF we will face difficult times, it's about preparing for WHEN and getting through the now. I enjoy working with adults and children who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, cultural demands, grief/loss, and complex life transitions (including serious illness such as cancer, etc.). I want to help you discover meaning and hope through our intentional work together. Additionally, I am LGBTQ+ affirming.
(617) 915-3227 View (617) 915-3227
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Katie Dobbin Binda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Dedham, MA 02026
People seek out therapy for a variety of reasons. For some, it’s to find ways to manage the worry of a cancer diagnosis or other acute/chronic illness. For others, it’s to help cope with the grief of losing someone they love. Some are looking for support around depression and anxiety. Others hope to explore strategies to manage the daily stress they experience - at home and/or at work. At times, we all need some extra support. Together, we will help you discover more about yourself and your strengths, better understand your relationships and build tools and strategies to help you navigate the challenges in your life.
People seek out therapy for a variety of reasons. For some, it’s to find ways to manage the worry of a cancer diagnosis or other acute/chronic illness. For others, it’s to help cope with the grief of losing someone they love. Some are looking for support around depression and anxiety. Others hope to explore strategies to manage the daily stress they experience - at home and/or at work. At times, we all need some extra support. Together, we will help you discover more about yourself and your strengths, better understand your relationships and build tools and strategies to help you navigate the challenges in your life.
(617) 379-6476 View (617) 379-6476
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Beth DeFrino Kuo
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Dedham, MA 02026  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with college students, graduate students, and adults struggling with symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, stress & relationship issues, and/or loss. I also work with those struggling with weight management and parents trying to better understand and decrease conflict with their children. My clients often tell me they appreciate my hopeful and direct approach. I trained at UMASS Medical School and Boston Children's Hospital. I've worked in outpatient clinics, college counseling, pediatric weight clinics at several major hospitals, and a cancer support center.
I enjoy working with college students, graduate students, and adults struggling with symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, stress & relationship issues, and/or loss. I also work with those struggling with weight management and parents trying to better understand and decrease conflict with their children. My clients often tell me they appreciate my hopeful and direct approach. I trained at UMASS Medical School and Boston Children's Hospital. I've worked in outpatient clinics, college counseling, pediatric weight clinics at several major hospitals, and a cancer support center.
(508) 928-9039 View (508) 928-9039
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Juliana Zee
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sharon, MA 02067
Waitlist for new clients
Please Note: I presently am not accepting new patients. If you are managing a recent loss, coping with anxiety, depression or physical illness, it can be helpful to talk to a therapist. I enjoy working with people from adolescent to elder, and with couples of any age. Sometimes anxiety can keep us from accomplishing what we want to in life, or insomnia makes it difficult to engage with the world as fully as we would like to. I have worked with many of these kinds of issues, as well as those experiencing life-changing health problems including diabetes, pain and cancer.
Please Note: I presently am not accepting new patients. If you are managing a recent loss, coping with anxiety, depression or physical illness, it can be helpful to talk to a therapist. I enjoy working with people from adolescent to elder, and with couples of any age. Sometimes anxiety can keep us from accomplishing what we want to in life, or insomnia makes it difficult to engage with the world as fully as we would like to. I have worked with many of these kinds of issues, as well as those experiencing life-changing health problems including diabetes, pain and cancer.
(508) 406-9537 View (508) 406-9537
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Hannah Shulman
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02192  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! If you would like to learn various stress management techniques for everyday life, curious about the mindfulness practice, or would like a safe space to answer the question, "what does relaxation feel like for me?" to better reduce anxiety symptoms, I am here to help through Stress Management And Resiliency Training (SMART). I typically work with adults who are experiencing situational stressors/life changes, grief, caregiving, PTSD/trauma histories, anxiety/depressive disorders, and those who want to better cope with chronic illness diagnoses ( cancer, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, pain, insomnia & more).
Hello and welcome! If you would like to learn various stress management techniques for everyday life, curious about the mindfulness practice, or would like a safe space to answer the question, "what does relaxation feel like for me?" to better reduce anxiety symptoms, I am here to help through Stress Management And Resiliency Training (SMART). I typically work with adults who are experiencing situational stressors/life changes, grief, caregiving, PTSD/trauma histories, anxiety/depressive disorders, and those who want to better cope with chronic illness diagnoses ( cancer, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, pain, insomnia & more).
(857) 707-4210 View (857) 707-4210
Cancer Therapists

How does cancer affect mental health?

A cancer diagnosis is a major life event that can significantly influence the mental health of any individual. Being diagnosed with cancer often introduces a sense of uncertainty about the future, which can cause clients to experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, and significant distress. Many cancer patients may also worry about the toll that their diagnosis may have on their family, their physical health, their job, and their financial situation. The compounding of such stressors can also decrease mental health in clients and may lead to additional symptoms that can influence mental health, such as sleeping difficulties or social withdrawal.

What is the best psychological therapy for cancer patients?

The best type of psychological therapy for cancer patients is highly dependent on the needs of the individual. The therapy type that a client benefits from may also depend on what stage of the cancer journey they are in. Recently diagnosed cancer patients, for instance, may benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which can help clients develop skills to manage the emotional distress that comes with a cancer diagnosis. Alternatively, cancer patients further along in their journey may benefit from therapies like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or other forms of mindfulness therapy to help manage symptoms or physical pain associated with treatment. Clients may also consider group therapy, which offers cancer patients an opportunity to receive support from other individuals dealing with a cancer diagnosis.

Are there any risks or drawbacks in going to therapy while dealing with cancer?

Although attending therapy while dealing with a cancer diagnosis can be helpful, one major concern for cancer patients can be the financial cost of seeking therapy. Many therapists are out-of-network, meaning they do not accept insurance, and thus clients are expected to pay the entirety of the session fee. Since many cancer patients may be out of work as a result of their diagnosis or cancer treatment regimen, the costs of therapy sessions can be substantial. Luckily, many cancer centers and local clinics may offer free or substantially reduced-cost counseling services to cancer patients and their families. In addition, cancer patients may be eligible for grants or other forms of funding from local agencies and nonprofits to seek therapy for their cancer diagnosis. Such opportunities can be very helpful for cancer patients, as they allow clients to obtain the benefits of therapy without the financial strain.

How long does cancer therapy typically last?

The length of cancer therapy depends on the needs of each client. In some cases, cancer patients may only require therapeutic support during the period following their initial diagnosis—to help manage the uncertainty and shock of a cancer diagnosis. In other cases, clients may choose to receive therapy throughout their treatment, and even following, their cancer journey. Pursuing therapy for a longer period of time can help clients develop a deeper relationship with their therapist and provide opportunity to process the challenges presented by cancer treatment, such as physical pain, and challenges associated with cancer survivorship, such as ongoing identity concerns, physical limitations, or relationship challenges.