Cancer Therapists in Swampscott, MA
Our Harbor Counseling: Julie Kinnicutt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
I have also worked extensively in medical settings to support those fighting cancer and other chronic illnesses, including transplant and dialysis.
Welcome... I'm Julie, and I'm glad you're here. I provide talk therapy to adults who are facing stressful life transitions and want support around coping and adjustment. I work best with clients who are motivated to change and become "unstuck" in harmful thought and behavior patterns. Maybe you're navigating a fertility journey.... Maybe you or a loved one has a chronic health issue... Maybe you want to improve your negative self talk. I'm certain that I can help.
I have also worked extensively in medical settings to support those fighting cancer and other chronic illnesses, including transplant and dialysis.
Welcome... I'm Julie, and I'm glad you're here. I provide talk therapy to adults who are facing stressful life transitions and want support around coping and adjustment. I work best with clients who are motivated to change and become "unstuck" in harmful thought and behavior patterns. Maybe you're navigating a fertility journey.... Maybe you or a loved one has a chronic health issue... Maybe you want to improve your negative self talk. I'm certain that I can help.
Betsy Lang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CT, MSW, LLC
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Thanatologist, and a musician my unique practice blends two life passions, built on privacy, respect and trust, but most importantly, focusing on hope. I serve people struggling with the fears of life threatening illnesses and life altering transitions. With extended experience I help people cope with past traumas, including stress, anxiety, and depression caused by these fears and losses. Losses may include job, financial security, health, or relationships. Losses alter our lives, causing us to question the meaning of life, and re-prioritize what is important.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Thanatologist, and a musician my unique practice blends two life passions, built on privacy, respect and trust, but most importantly, focusing on hope. I serve people struggling with the fears of life threatening illnesses and life altering transitions. With extended experience I help people cope with past traumas, including stress, anxiety, and depression caused by these fears and losses. Losses may include job, financial security, health, or relationships. Losses alter our lives, causing us to question the meaning of life, and re-prioritize what is important.
I work with individuals, couples, and families to address concerns with relationships, identity, intimacy and sexuality, and spirituality, in addition to general psychological problems. My approach to therapy is active, relational, and result-oriented, encouraging clients take hold of their life and find the meaning that life holds for them. I have served as an instructor at Harvard Medical School and Psychologist at the Cambridge Health Alliance for more than 25 years. And have been serving on the Advisory Board of the Dr. Phil Show, since its inception. (See drchirban.com and swampscottpsychologicalassociates.com)
I work with individuals, couples, and families to address concerns with relationships, identity, intimacy and sexuality, and spirituality, in addition to general psychological problems. My approach to therapy is active, relational, and result-oriented, encouraging clients take hold of their life and find the meaning that life holds for them. I have served as an instructor at Harvard Medical School and Psychologist at the Cambridge Health Alliance for more than 25 years. And have been serving on the Advisory Board of the Dr. Phil Show, since its inception. (See drchirban.com and swampscottpsychologicalassociates.com)
Each of us possesses an internal core of resilience, strength and determination. My goal in treatment is to help individuals to recognize, embrace, and utilize these attributes to navigate the challenges they face and to achieve peak emotional wellness, as defined by a state in which the mind is capable of staying away from negative thoughts and can focus on creative and constructive tasks. To achieve this, we will nurture your mind and body while building on the qualities and values you already possess. Therapy will allow us to embark on this mission together, guided by your individualized life goals.
Each of us possesses an internal core of resilience, strength and determination. My goal in treatment is to help individuals to recognize, embrace, and utilize these attributes to navigate the challenges they face and to achieve peak emotional wellness, as defined by a state in which the mind is capable of staying away from negative thoughts and can focus on creative and constructive tasks. To achieve this, we will nurture your mind and body while building on the qualities and values you already possess. Therapy will allow us to embark on this mission together, guided by your individualized life goals.
Jill Evans Wuonola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907
Is the stress of work and family life becoming difficult to manage? Do you struggle to find meaning in your life? Are you working to understand competing aspects of your identity? It is my privilege to help my clients work through their personal struggles, using a psychodynamic approach that is both relational and existential. I believe that the relationship between a therapist and client provides an empowering, life-affirming space to work through life's struggles and to bring about healing.
Is the stress of work and family life becoming difficult to manage? Do you struggle to find meaning in your life? Are you working to understand competing aspects of your identity? It is my privilege to help my clients work through their personal struggles, using a psychodynamic approach that is both relational and existential. I believe that the relationship between a therapist and client provides an empowering, life-affirming space to work through life's struggles and to bring about healing.
My services are tailored to individuals struggling with a variety of mental health disorders (depression, anxiety, panic, mood disorder) and substance abuse issues. I work with all populations and provide home based therapy and outreach-- to the elderly-- and those diagnosed with complicated medical issues. My services are geared toward assessing one's baseline and identifying specific strengths, coping, limitations, vulnerabilities and grounding skills. I also incorporate the spiritual element of healing--which fosters personal growth for recovery.
My services are tailored to individuals struggling with a variety of mental health disorders (depression, anxiety, panic, mood disorder) and substance abuse issues. I work with all populations and provide home based therapy and outreach-- to the elderly-- and those diagnosed with complicated medical issues. My services are geared toward assessing one's baseline and identifying specific strengths, coping, limitations, vulnerabilities and grounding skills. I also incorporate the spiritual element of healing--which fosters personal growth for recovery.
Phil Higgins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
Judy Garland said it best: "Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else." I help clients with depression, anxiety, self esteem, "stuck-ness" and relationship issues; and specialized concerns with sexual and gender identity, illness & loss. I see every instance in our lives as an opportunity for evolution. I believe in the search for insight, but also developing practical tools for change. I believe in the value of a good laugh, but also keeping ourselves honest. I believe in the importance of hope and integrity, but also managing expectations & resentments so that we can flourish.
Judy Garland said it best: "Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else." I help clients with depression, anxiety, self esteem, "stuck-ness" and relationship issues; and specialized concerns with sexual and gender identity, illness & loss. I see every instance in our lives as an opportunity for evolution. I believe in the search for insight, but also developing practical tools for change. I believe in the value of a good laugh, but also keeping ourselves honest. I believe in the importance of hope and integrity, but also managing expectations & resentments so that we can flourish.
Amy Carlson-Pallazola
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Welcome! I offer a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment to work through life challenges that can leave you feeling stuck and overwhelmed. I have over 15 years of experience in the field of outpatient mental health. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, OCD, chronic illness/pain, life transitions, grief, stress management, parenting/caregiver stress and relationship issues.
Welcome! I offer a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment to work through life challenges that can leave you feeling stuck and overwhelmed. I have over 15 years of experience in the field of outpatient mental health. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, OCD, chronic illness/pain, life transitions, grief, stress management, parenting/caregiver stress and relationship issues.
Sandra Yudilevich Espinoza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
Not accepting new clients
I approach working with all clients recognizing that they are the experts on their lives, and with curiosity regarding their lived experiences. I am compassionate, supportive, and non-judgmental in my approach. I use the modality most appropriate for the client, including Narrative, Relational, and Cognitive Behavioral therapies. We will work together to identify the issues you bring to therapy, including grief work, the inner coping strategies you already possess, and discover what additional skill you might add to your toolbox to successfully address the acute or chronic problem at hand.
I approach working with all clients recognizing that they are the experts on their lives, and with curiosity regarding their lived experiences. I am compassionate, supportive, and non-judgmental in my approach. I use the modality most appropriate for the client, including Narrative, Relational, and Cognitive Behavioral therapies. We will work together to identify the issues you bring to therapy, including grief work, the inner coping strategies you already possess, and discover what additional skill you might add to your toolbox to successfully address the acute or chronic problem at hand.
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Shannah Zinkievich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lynn, MA 01902 (Online Only)
Immediate Availability! Are you facing a challenging life transition or a serious medical issue? I specialize in providing grief and trauma support to people who are struggling with cancer, chronic illness, or major life changes. As a cancer survivor and a mother of two children, I understand firsthand how difficult everyday stressors and unexpected crossroads can be. Together, we can create a personalized toolbox of coping skills that will help you overcome the anxiety, depression, and grief that can often accompany these life events.
Immediate Availability! Are you facing a challenging life transition or a serious medical issue? I specialize in providing grief and trauma support to people who are struggling with cancer, chronic illness, or major life changes. As a cancer survivor and a mother of two children, I understand firsthand how difficult everyday stressors and unexpected crossroads can be. Together, we can create a personalized toolbox of coping skills that will help you overcome the anxiety, depression, and grief that can often accompany these life events.
I work with individuals, couples, and families to address concerns with relationships, identity, intimacy and sexuality, and spirituality, in addition to general psychological problems. My approach to therapy is active, relational, and result-oriented, encouraging clients take hold of their life and find the meaning that life holds for them. I have served as an instructor at Harvard Medical School and Psychologist at the Cambridge Health Alliance for more than 25 years. And have been serving on the Advisory Board of the Dr. Phil Show, since its inception. (See drchirban.com and swampscottpsychologicalassociates.com)
I work with individuals, couples, and families to address concerns with relationships, identity, intimacy and sexuality, and spirituality, in addition to general psychological problems. My approach to therapy is active, relational, and result-oriented, encouraging clients take hold of their life and find the meaning that life holds for them. I have served as an instructor at Harvard Medical School and Psychologist at the Cambridge Health Alliance for more than 25 years. And have been serving on the Advisory Board of the Dr. Phil Show, since its inception. (See drchirban.com and swampscottpsychologicalassociates.com)
Availability: Mon 12-1 pm, Tues + Wed 10-11 am, Thurs 6-7 pm, Fri 3-4 pm. Weekly and bi weekly. I’m committed to helping people learn how to get in touch with their emotions, have healthy relationships and find meaning in their life. My work focuses on trauma, existential crisis, lack of direction and focus. I believe in making sense of your life up to this point while also creating goals to become the person you want to be. If you're willing to do the hard work of healing and are committed to putting self-awareness and integration as top values, we will work well together.
Availability: Mon 12-1 pm, Tues + Wed 10-11 am, Thurs 6-7 pm, Fri 3-4 pm. Weekly and bi weekly. I’m committed to helping people learn how to get in touch with their emotions, have healthy relationships and find meaning in their life. My work focuses on trauma, existential crisis, lack of direction and focus. I believe in making sense of your life up to this point while also creating goals to become the person you want to be. If you're willing to do the hard work of healing and are committed to putting self-awareness and integration as top values, we will work well together.
Amy Norkin Greene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970 (Online Only)
I have been in the mental health field for 18 years. I have great respect and passion for the work I do, and truly care for those who choose to enter into therapy. My clinical approach is to work cooperatively with couples or individuals to maximize coping skills and learn how to deal with life stressors. I look forward to meeting with you.
I have been in the mental health field for 18 years. I have great respect and passion for the work I do, and truly care for those who choose to enter into therapy. My clinical approach is to work cooperatively with couples or individuals to maximize coping skills and learn how to deal with life stressors. I look forward to meeting with you.
I believe what and how much you put into therapy that you are going to get out of therapy and treatment; Which truly goes with just about anything and everything in life. If you give it all you got, then you are bound to get to where you want to go and ultimately even how you choose to feel. We don't always get a choice in life, yet we are able to change how we think and look at what is in front of us and if it doesn't align with who you are and what you want, then I am here to help you along the way to become the best version of you and assist with you in achieving and feeling your best self including emotions and being as a whole.
I believe what and how much you put into therapy that you are going to get out of therapy and treatment; Which truly goes with just about anything and everything in life. If you give it all you got, then you are bound to get to where you want to go and ultimately even how you choose to feel. We don't always get a choice in life, yet we are able to change how we think and look at what is in front of us and if it doesn't align with who you are and what you want, then I am here to help you along the way to become the best version of you and assist with you in achieving and feeling your best self including emotions and being as a whole.
Sarah Lewis- Therapist
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CMHC
Verified Verified
Lynn, MA 01904 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m glad you have landed here. Whether you’ve been struggling for a short time or what has felt like a long time, I’ve had experience helping people through various mental health difficulties- whether it be depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, relationship issues/break-ups, identity conflicts, or just general life confusion (which is all natural). One of my goals is to provide guidance and support to achieve decreased negative emotions/feelings and gain relief.
Hello! I’m glad you have landed here. Whether you’ve been struggling for a short time or what has felt like a long time, I’ve had experience helping people through various mental health difficulties- whether it be depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, relationship issues/break-ups, identity conflicts, or just general life confusion (which is all natural). One of my goals is to provide guidance and support to achieve decreased negative emotions/feelings and gain relief.
I am the founding executive director/owner of Aeon Counseling & Consulting, a company that empowers individuals and organizations to achieve their missions. I have nurtured my clinical practice independently with Spanish speaking populations for more than a decade and I believe in an approach that is ruthlessly compassionate.
I am the founding executive director/owner of Aeon Counseling & Consulting, a company that empowers individuals and organizations to achieve their missions. I have nurtured my clinical practice independently with Spanish speaking populations for more than a decade and I believe in an approach that is ruthlessly compassionate.
Openings YES updated 05/24. Please EMAIL. Aiming to create a safe and supportive, vibe with Telehealth. I specialize in person-centered, action oriented therapy to get you feeling better quickly. The sessions are a combination of connecting with a compassionate relationship, and guiding/coaching to become able navigate challenges in the future. I was fortunate to have data collected on my sessions at my previous job, so I can proudly say that people with stress, depression, anxiety, life transitions and many sleep problems do definitely improve with the methods that I use.
Openings YES updated 05/24. Please EMAIL. Aiming to create a safe and supportive, vibe with Telehealth. I specialize in person-centered, action oriented therapy to get you feeling better quickly. The sessions are a combination of connecting with a compassionate relationship, and guiding/coaching to become able navigate challenges in the future. I was fortunate to have data collected on my sessions at my previous job, so I can proudly say that people with stress, depression, anxiety, life transitions and many sleep problems do definitely improve with the methods that I use.
It can take tremendous courage and vulnerability to ask for help. If you're reading this, we'd like to take a moment to honor your strength in taking this first step in pursuing something better for yourself or your family. We promise: you're worth it!
It can take tremendous courage and vulnerability to ask for help. If you're reading this, we'd like to take a moment to honor your strength in taking this first step in pursuing something better for yourself or your family. We promise: you're worth it!
Jessica Pechinis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Marblehead, MA 01945 (Online Only)
Relationships are a quintessential part of the human experience. While they can be a source of deep hurt and pain, they also can be a source of tremendous healing and enrichment that reinforce our sense of self and our sense of belonging. Sometimes in our relationships we feel stuck or trapped in the same recurring conflict. We lose sight of what we cherish and instead zoom in on what is missing. As disconnection grows, so do our emotional walls. We need to know in our relationships that our partners are there for us, that we can depend on and access our partners when in need. That we are valued and accepted flaws and all.
Relationships are a quintessential part of the human experience. While they can be a source of deep hurt and pain, they also can be a source of tremendous healing and enrichment that reinforce our sense of self and our sense of belonging. Sometimes in our relationships we feel stuck or trapped in the same recurring conflict. We lose sight of what we cherish and instead zoom in on what is missing. As disconnection grows, so do our emotional walls. We need to know in our relationships that our partners are there for us, that we can depend on and access our partners when in need. That we are valued and accepted flaws and all.
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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.