Cancer Psychologists and Therapists in Footscray, VIC
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with adults across a broad range of psychological difficulties and life challenges. I have a special interest in supporting individuals living with chronic pain, chronic illness, and the effects of trauma.
My approach is grounded in the belief that meaningful change often occurs through small, achievable steps that accumulate over time. Rather than focusing solely on symptom reduction, I work collaboratively with clients to build lives that are rich in purpose, connection, and personal meaning.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with adults across a broad range of psychological difficulties and life challenges. I have a special interest in supporting individuals living with chronic pain, chronic illness, and the effects of trauma.
My approach is grounded in the belief that meaningful change often occurs through small, achievable steps that accumulate over time. Rather than focusing solely on symptom reduction, I work collaboratively with clients to build lives that are rich in purpose, connection, and personal meaning.
I work with a wide variety of issues. I am patient and empathic. I appreciate that change can occur quickly or slowly. I work in various locations around the city and western suburbs. I have over twenty years experience as a professional counsellor. I have obtained a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology/ Anthropology), a Graduate Diploma in Loss and Grief Counselling, a Diploma of Learning Solutions in Counselling, a Master of Social Work (Qualifying), a Graduate Certificate in Disability and Inclusion and a Master of Mental Health. I am passionate about growth, change and healing.
I work with a wide variety of issues. I am patient and empathic. I appreciate that change can occur quickly or slowly. I work in various locations around the city and western suburbs. I have over twenty years experience as a professional counsellor. I have obtained a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology/ Anthropology), a Graduate Diploma in Loss and Grief Counselling, a Diploma of Learning Solutions in Counselling, a Master of Social Work (Qualifying), a Graduate Certificate in Disability and Inclusion and a Master of Mental Health. I am passionate about growth, change and healing.
Zen is a certified Counsellor dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges. With a compassionate and client-centred approach, she provides a safe space for you to explore and overcome your concerns. She specialises in mental health support, offering guidance for issues like depression, anxiety, grief, relationships, life coaching, trauma, and stress management. Additionally, she provides expert career counselling & NDIS support. Zen’s approach is client-centred, creating a personalised plan for your unique needs.
Zen is a certified Counsellor dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges. With a compassionate and client-centred approach, she provides a safe space for you to explore and overcome your concerns. She specialises in mental health support, offering guidance for issues like depression, anxiety, grief, relationships, life coaching, trauma, and stress management. Additionally, she provides expert career counselling & NDIS support. Zen’s approach is client-centred, creating a personalised plan for your unique needs.
Manisha (they/she) is a queer, neurodivergent, Sri Lankan-Fijian Indian non-binary woman, born and raised in Aotearoa, New Zealand. A person-centred narrative therapist, EMDR practitioner, and resource therapist (parts work), Manisha brings a deep commitment to anti-colonial care. Raised in a bicultural haven, they carry the belief that what's good for Māori is good for all, an ethos woven into both life and practice. Therapy with Manisha is grounded in collective thriving, cultural safety, and the gentle yet powerful art of storytelling.
Manisha (they/she) is a queer, neurodivergent, Sri Lankan-Fijian Indian non-binary woman, born and raised in Aotearoa, New Zealand. A person-centred narrative therapist, EMDR practitioner, and resource therapist (parts work), Manisha brings a deep commitment to anti-colonial care. Raised in a bicultural haven, they carry the belief that what's good for Māori is good for all, an ethos woven into both life and practice. Therapy with Manisha is grounded in collective thriving, cultural safety, and the gentle yet powerful art of storytelling.
My previous clinical experience has included work with clients who are dealing with issues relating to cancer and clients dealing with complex mental health, substance use and trauma.
I am a creative and collaborative clinician with a practice wisdom that has developed over twenty-five years in clinical and public health roles working with individuals, kids and teens, couples and groups, ranging across Alcohol & Other Drug, Oncology Hospital Social Work, Hospital Mental Health and Juvenile Justice sectors as well as in private practice.
My previous clinical experience has included work with clients who are dealing with issues relating to cancer and clients dealing with complex mental health, substance use and trauma.
I am a creative and collaborative clinician with a practice wisdom that has developed over twenty-five years in clinical and public health roles working with individuals, kids and teens, couples and groups, ranging across Alcohol & Other Drug, Oncology Hospital Social Work, Hospital Mental Health and Juvenile Justice sectors as well as in private practice.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist and registered supervisor with experience treating individuals in a wide range of mental health settings. I tailor my clinical skills to meet the unique needs of each individual, ensuring that they benefit as much as possible from the therapeutic experience and achieve richer, fuller and more meaningful lives.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist and registered supervisor with experience treating individuals in a wide range of mental health settings. I tailor my clinical skills to meet the unique needs of each individual, ensuring that they benefit as much as possible from the therapeutic experience and achieve richer, fuller and more meaningful lives.
I am a compassionate and creative Jungian-oriented Psychodynamic Psychotherapist & Art Psychotherapist. Internal Family Systems (IFS) & trauma informed. With an approach of creative curiosity, we will explore your story to understand outdated, limiting defences and behaviours, to develop conscious alternatives that better suit your current life. Unconscious patterns affect how we think, feel and act, inhibiting our ability to live fully and authentically. With over 25 years experience, I offer a gentle, supportive, flexible and creative approach to explore the deeper layers of your inner world and move toward meaningful change.
I am a compassionate and creative Jungian-oriented Psychodynamic Psychotherapist & Art Psychotherapist. Internal Family Systems (IFS) & trauma informed. With an approach of creative curiosity, we will explore your story to understand outdated, limiting defences and behaviours, to develop conscious alternatives that better suit your current life. Unconscious patterns affect how we think, feel and act, inhibiting our ability to live fully and authentically. With over 25 years experience, I offer a gentle, supportive, flexible and creative approach to explore the deeper layers of your inner world and move toward meaningful change.
Christina has 20 years experience as a mental health social worker and psychotherapist. She works with people whose lives have been affected by childhood & adult trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family violence, and the impact of identity, family, ethnic and cultural issues on mental health. She has a special interest in supporting clients with chronic and physical health and disability issues. Christina hopes that through therapy, people can develop a greater awareness of their emotions, thoughts, strengths and goals and an overall improvement in their wellbeing and relationships with others.
Christina has 20 years experience as a mental health social worker and psychotherapist. She works with people whose lives have been affected by childhood & adult trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family violence, and the impact of identity, family, ethnic and cultural issues on mental health. She has a special interest in supporting clients with chronic and physical health and disability issues. Christina hopes that through therapy, people can develop a greater awareness of their emotions, thoughts, strengths and goals and an overall improvement in their wellbeing and relationships with others.
Life can be tough, but you don’t have to face it alone. Counselling can help you navigate your way back to feeling better about life. I’m a compassionate counsellor with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. I understand how overwhelming life’s challenges can be—whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, or any other personal issues. Taking that first step toward change is often the hardest, but with new strategies and support change is possible.
Life can be tough, but you don’t have to face it alone. Counselling can help you navigate your way back to feeling better about life. I’m a compassionate counsellor with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. I understand how overwhelming life’s challenges can be—whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, or any other personal issues. Taking that first step toward change is often the hardest, but with new strategies and support change is possible.
Phuong Tran is a compassionate and experienced clinical psychotherapist and counsellor with over 16 years of expertise. She specialises in helping individuals navigate emotional, mental, and psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma & PTSD, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions, etc. Phuong provides a safe, supportive space for healing and growth. Clients come to her feeling overwhelmed, seeking not only relief but also personal growth, clarity, and purpose. Phuong’s holistic, culturally sensitive approach empowers them to regain control, build emotional resilience, and achieve lasting well-being.
Phuong Tran is a compassionate and experienced clinical psychotherapist and counsellor with over 16 years of expertise. She specialises in helping individuals navigate emotional, mental, and psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma & PTSD, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions, etc. Phuong provides a safe, supportive space for healing and growth. Clients come to her feeling overwhelmed, seeking not only relief but also personal growth, clarity, and purpose. Phuong’s holistic, culturally sensitive approach empowers them to regain control, build emotional resilience, and achieve lasting well-being.
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I have also specialised in supporting people navigating the psychological impacts of cancer, drawing on over 10 years of experience in working in cancer psychology services.
My professional background spans both mental and physical health settings in Australia and the UK. I bring a comprehensive understanding of the complex interplay between physical and mental health. My approach is grounded in CBT and informed by a range of psychological models, allowing me to tailor interventions to each client’s specific needs.
I have also specialised in supporting people navigating the psychological impacts of cancer, drawing on over 10 years of experience in working in cancer psychology services.
My professional background spans both mental and physical health settings in Australia and the UK. I bring a comprehensive understanding of the complex interplay between physical and mental health. My approach is grounded in CBT and informed by a range of psychological models, allowing me to tailor interventions to each client’s specific needs.
With extensive experience working with adults diagnosed with cancer, I have developed a deep understanding of the challenges and uncertainty faced at all stages - preparing for an admission, bone marrow transplant, adjusting to treatment, survivorship or end of life.
With experience across oncology and rehabilitation hospitals, community and private clinics, I’ve treated a range of mental health issues, supported adjustment to chronic health issues and major life transitions. I use Schema Therapy and EMDR to help people make sense of unhelpful patterns, process difficult experiences, and create meaningful change.
With extensive experience working with adults diagnosed with cancer, I have developed a deep understanding of the challenges and uncertainty faced at all stages - preparing for an admission, bone marrow transplant, adjusting to treatment, survivorship or end of life.
With experience across oncology and rehabilitation hospitals, community and private clinics, I’ve treated a range of mental health issues, supported adjustment to chronic health issues and major life transitions. I use Schema Therapy and EMDR to help people make sense of unhelpful patterns, process difficult experiences, and create meaningful change.
I've spent my counselling career in grief and loss, supporting clients through illness, bereavement, caring, and the various losses that come with major life transitions. I'm not into toxic positivity – sometimes life really is hard – but I can offer a space to laugh and cry and rage and vent, and find ways together to keep moving forward.
I've spent my counselling career in grief and loss, supporting clients through illness, bereavement, caring, and the various losses that come with major life transitions. I'm not into toxic positivity – sometimes life really is hard – but I can offer a space to laugh and cry and rage and vent, and find ways together to keep moving forward.
You’ve just heard the words “ cancer” or “brain tumour,” and suddenly life feels uncertain, overwhelming, or surreal.
I’m a counsellor with 12 + years’ experience and lived experience of a brain tumour and cancer. I offer heart-centered, client-led support for your emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. I can help with fear, overwhelm, grief, anxiety, and the mental health impacts of illness, at your pace.
You don’t have to face this alone. I’ll walk alongside you.
You’ve just heard the words “ cancer” or “brain tumour,” and suddenly life feels uncertain, overwhelming, or surreal.
I’m a counsellor with 12 + years’ experience and lived experience of a brain tumour and cancer. I offer heart-centered, client-led support for your emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. I can help with fear, overwhelm, grief, anxiety, and the mental health impacts of illness, at your pace.
You don’t have to face this alone. I’ll walk alongside you.
Have you or someone you love just received a cancer diagnosis?
I offer compassionate, person-centered support to help navigate the emotional, psychological, and relational challenges that often accompany a cancer diagnosis. I aim to help you feel heard and understood, build emotional resilience, and develop practical coping strategies during a profoundly difficult time.
Have you or someone you love just received a cancer diagnosis?
I offer compassionate, person-centered support to help navigate the emotional, psychological, and relational challenges that often accompany a cancer diagnosis. I aim to help you feel heard and understood, build emotional resilience, and develop practical coping strategies during a profoundly difficult time.
I am an experienced psychotherapist, counsellor and educator, with additional niche interests in non-duality and working therapeutically with dreams. I have 20 years of professional experience working with life's grief, bereavement and existential concerns, such as finding meaning after loss, being with and growing through traumatic events, and facing our own mortality.
I am an experienced psychotherapist, counsellor and educator, with additional niche interests in non-duality and working therapeutically with dreams. I have 20 years of professional experience working with life's grief, bereavement and existential concerns, such as finding meaning after loss, being with and growing through traumatic events, and facing our own mortality.
As a registered psychologist, I provide evidence-based, inclusive support for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life challenges, transitions, and relationship difficulties. My practice is inclusive of LGBTQIA+ identities, non-monogamous relationships, sex work, and non-traditional lifestyles. With a trauma-informed, person-centered approach I offer a respectful and confidential space where all aspects of your experience are welcome.
As a registered psychologist, I provide evidence-based, inclusive support for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life challenges, transitions, and relationship difficulties. My practice is inclusive of LGBTQIA+ identities, non-monogamous relationships, sex work, and non-traditional lifestyles. With a trauma-informed, person-centered approach I offer a respectful and confidential space where all aspects of your experience are welcome.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by the mental load of everyday life, struggling to keep on top of things even though you're trying your best? You might be navigating anxiety, burnout, ADHD-related challenges, difficulties with focus, organisation or motivation, or a major life transition. You may feel stuck, exhausted, or simply know that something isn't quite working for you. I support adults and young people aged 15 and over to better understand what's happening, develop practical strategies, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by the mental load of everyday life, struggling to keep on top of things even though you're trying your best? You might be navigating anxiety, burnout, ADHD-related challenges, difficulties with focus, organisation or motivation, or a major life transition. You may feel stuck, exhausted, or simply know that something isn't quite working for you. I support adults and young people aged 15 and over to better understand what's happening, develop practical strategies, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
I have over 15 years experience working with individuals affected by loss, grief and trauma following sudden life events. This has included adult and paediatric palliative care, fertility and IVF, and supporting individuals experiencing the loss of a missing person. I have extensive practical experience sitting with individuals during very difficult situations and understand the need to build a trusting relationship in session. I have been one of only a handful of counsellors to work in the missing persons sector and understand the trauma and loss experienced by families.
I have over 15 years experience working with individuals affected by loss, grief and trauma following sudden life events. This has included adult and paediatric palliative care, fertility and IVF, and supporting individuals experiencing the loss of a missing person. I have extensive practical experience sitting with individuals during very difficult situations and understand the need to build a trusting relationship in session. I have been one of only a handful of counsellors to work in the missing persons sector and understand the trauma and loss experienced by families.
Hello, I’m so glad you found me! I want to help you think better, feel better and do better. Life doesn’t have to be filled with anxiety, depression and mental anguish. I know seeking help can be difficult, but you have arrived at the right place. With your willingness and a skilful therapist, your mood, personality, health and relationship issues can be resolved. My wish for you is that you reach the end of your life at a joyful old age, taking your last breath and it be filled with contentment and satisfaction that you have lived your best life. I specialise in IFS, EFT, spirituality, couples, health issues & energy healing.
Hello, I’m so glad you found me! I want to help you think better, feel better and do better. Life doesn’t have to be filled with anxiety, depression and mental anguish. I know seeking help can be difficult, but you have arrived at the right place. With your willingness and a skilful therapist, your mood, personality, health and relationship issues can be resolved. My wish for you is that you reach the end of your life at a joyful old age, taking your last breath and it be filled with contentment and satisfaction that you have lived your best life. I specialise in IFS, EFT, spirituality, couples, health issues & energy healing.
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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 Behavioural 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 counselling 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.