Cancer Therapists in Glendale, CA
My work has centered on helping people impacted by cancer, chronic illness, grief, and unexpected life transitions.
My approach is tailored to each person I meet. I use client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy within a safe, calm, and judgment-free environment. My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and equipped with tools that create space for healing and growth.
My work has centered on helping people impacted by cancer, chronic illness, grief, and unexpected life transitions.
My approach is tailored to each person I meet. I use client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy within a safe, calm, and judgment-free environment. My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and equipped with tools that create space for healing and growth.
Hello, I'm Chris! Im a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with nearly a decade of experience working with diverse populations, including children and adolescents, homeless veterans, individuals struggling with substance use, and almost everything in between. My professional journey has equipped me with a deep understanding of relational dynamics and effective therapeutic techniques designed to alleviate distress in it's many forms and flavors such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and life-cycle transitions. I am passionate about helping clients navigate life's challenges and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Hello, I'm Chris! Im a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with nearly a decade of experience working with diverse populations, including children and adolescents, homeless veterans, individuals struggling with substance use, and almost everything in between. My professional journey has equipped me with a deep understanding of relational dynamics and effective therapeutic techniques designed to alleviate distress in it's many forms and flavors such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and life-cycle transitions. I am passionate about helping clients navigate life's challenges and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Joanna Mary Saporito, LCSW A Professional Corp.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
2 Endorsed
Glendale, CA 91202
The relationship between client and therapist is important to me, as that is the starting point of any change you may seek. It is my hope that you to feel valued and respected in a non-judgmental environment. I will help you establish the goals you want to achieve, and then guide the process to make that happen.
The relationship between client and therapist is important to me, as that is the starting point of any change you may seek. It is my hope that you to feel valued and respected in a non-judgmental environment. I will help you establish the goals you want to achieve, and then guide the process to make that happen.
My goal is to help you live the best life you can. I want to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have graduated from Pepperdine University in 2008. Its important for a client to be able to find the right therapist. You are welcome to give me a call with questions you may have. My direct number is 8184292820. I look forward to hearing from you.
My goal is to help you live the best life you can. I want to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have graduated from Pepperdine University in 2008. Its important for a client to be able to find the right therapist. You are welcome to give me a call with questions you may have. My direct number is 8184292820. I look forward to hearing from you.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in health psychology/behavioral medicine. I help patients manage chronic conditions, improve health behaviors, and cope with psychological aspects of illness. I have experience working with adults facing various acute and chronic conditions. My therapeutic approach is person-centered, focusing on understanding each individual's unique needs and experiences. I specialize in CBT. By helping patients become more self-aware, we work together to change maladaptive thoughts and behaviors to improve health and overall wellbeing.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in health psychology/behavioral medicine. I help patients manage chronic conditions, improve health behaviors, and cope with psychological aspects of illness. I have experience working with adults facing various acute and chronic conditions. My therapeutic approach is person-centered, focusing on understanding each individual's unique needs and experiences. I specialize in CBT. By helping patients become more self-aware, we work together to change maladaptive thoughts and behaviors to improve health and overall wellbeing.
I work through a relational, neurodiversity affirming, inclusive, feminist lens. I believe that to THRIVE is a natural desire of being human; and yet we are often stuck in surviving. We want to feel effective, creative, and balanced. With over 20 years of practice, I've enjoyed building powerful, therapeutic relationships with Young Adults, Adolescents, Aging Adults, Families, and groups in multiple settings. Together, we access and process change through collaborative, creative, strength-based approaches. Some common issues I work with are: anxiety, life transitions, creative blocks/joy, traumas, and addiction.
I work through a relational, neurodiversity affirming, inclusive, feminist lens. I believe that to THRIVE is a natural desire of being human; and yet we are often stuck in surviving. We want to feel effective, creative, and balanced. With over 20 years of practice, I've enjoyed building powerful, therapeutic relationships with Young Adults, Adolescents, Aging Adults, Families, and groups in multiple settings. Together, we access and process change through collaborative, creative, strength-based approaches. Some common issues I work with are: anxiety, life transitions, creative blocks/joy, traumas, and addiction.
My name is Dr. Shushan V. Kalantaryan (I am more commonly known as Dr. K). I am a licensed clinical therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology from American Psychological Association accredited University and a Doctors in Marriage and Family Therapy from California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University in Los Angeles. I have a wide range of experiences working in private practices, nonprofit organizations, and psychiatric settings as well as having served as an adjunct professor at California Professional School of Psychology.
My name is Dr. Shushan V. Kalantaryan (I am more commonly known as Dr. K). I am a licensed clinical therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology from American Psychological Association accredited University and a Doctors in Marriage and Family Therapy from California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University in Los Angeles. I have a wide range of experiences working in private practices, nonprofit organizations, and psychiatric settings as well as having served as an adjunct professor at California Professional School of Psychology.
Let my 30+ years of experience as a licensed clinical psychologist empower you with insight, understanding and skills necessary to meet life's challenges. I provide virtual/telehealth counseling with compassionate care and clinical expertise in a comfortable and supportive environment for those seeking help with enhancing family and personal relationships, overcoming depression and anxiety, and recovering from abuse or trauma, or addictive behaviors. We can work together to help you transform painful events into growth experiences, develop personal empowerment and to increase your self-esteem.
Let my 30+ years of experience as a licensed clinical psychologist empower you with insight, understanding and skills necessary to meet life's challenges. I provide virtual/telehealth counseling with compassionate care and clinical expertise in a comfortable and supportive environment for those seeking help with enhancing family and personal relationships, overcoming depression and anxiety, and recovering from abuse or trauma, or addictive behaviors. We can work together to help you transform painful events into growth experiences, develop personal empowerment and to increase your self-esteem.
We are a multi-specialty group of mental health professionals in a private practice setting. We are comprised of highly skilled and highly educated therapists. Our professionals are distinguished by their exceptional level of compassion and care. We are here to help you free yourself from the situations you feel stuck in and find your path to greater happiness and fulfillment.
We are a multi-specialty group of mental health professionals in a private practice setting. We are comprised of highly skilled and highly educated therapists. Our professionals are distinguished by their exceptional level of compassion and care. We are here to help you free yourself from the situations you feel stuck in and find your path to greater happiness and fulfillment.
Please note that I am not taking psychotherapy patients at this time. I am accepting new patients for assessment purposes. I provide comprehensive assessment services, including conducting bariatric presurgical/preoperative psychological, neuropsychological, and ADHD evaluations with adults.
Please note that I am not taking psychotherapy patients at this time. I am accepting new patients for assessment purposes. I provide comprehensive assessment services, including conducting bariatric presurgical/preoperative psychological, neuropsychological, and ADHD evaluations with adults.
I work with adults, couples, and families who feel overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or stuck in repeating emotional and relational patterns. Many clients come in knowing what they’re struggling with intellectually, but still feeling reactive, shut down, or exhausted in their daily lives and relationships.
I help by combining talk therapy with somatic, trauma-informed approaches that support both insight and nervous system regulation. Together, we work to understand patterns, build emotional awareness, and create lasting change in how you relate to yourself and others.
I work with adults, couples, and families who feel overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or stuck in repeating emotional and relational patterns. Many clients come in knowing what they’re struggling with intellectually, but still feeling reactive, shut down, or exhausted in their daily lives and relationships.
I help by combining talk therapy with somatic, trauma-informed approaches that support both insight and nervous system regulation. Together, we work to understand patterns, build emotional awareness, and create lasting change in how you relate to yourself and others.
There are times when all of us need a little outside help. You might be in a relationship where cycles of conflict or distance keep you from feeling close and fulfilled. You might be dealing with a loss and feel unsure how to cope. Or you might be experiencing worry, trouble sleeping, or difficult feelings. Whatever brings you here, you deserve a compassionate and caring place to work through it. Together, we can gain insight into your challenges, identify and build on your strengths, and heal the parts of you that need care so that you can create the life you want.
There are times when all of us need a little outside help. You might be in a relationship where cycles of conflict or distance keep you from feeling close and fulfilled. You might be dealing with a loss and feel unsure how to cope. Or you might be experiencing worry, trouble sleeping, or difficult feelings. Whatever brings you here, you deserve a compassionate and caring place to work through it. Together, we can gain insight into your challenges, identify and build on your strengths, and heal the parts of you that need care so that you can create the life you want.
Are past traumatic experiences, being an adult child of a dysfunctional home, incest survival experiences, addiction issues, phobia, panic, anxiety, C-PTSD, or depression affecting your success? Are distractions impacting your optimal performance abilities at work, in your intimate relationships, or in relationships with family members or with yourself? Are you surviving instead of thriving? I provide accelerated psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are challenged by performance loss and emotional unhappiness. I offer Diagnosis evaluation for addiction, mood, personality, and adult Autism spectrum. HSP and Kink friendly
Are past traumatic experiences, being an adult child of a dysfunctional home, incest survival experiences, addiction issues, phobia, panic, anxiety, C-PTSD, or depression affecting your success? Are distractions impacting your optimal performance abilities at work, in your intimate relationships, or in relationships with family members or with yourself? Are you surviving instead of thriving? I provide accelerated psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are challenged by performance loss and emotional unhappiness. I offer Diagnosis evaluation for addiction, mood, personality, and adult Autism spectrum. HSP and Kink friendly
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? Are you struggling with how to "return to normal" since 2020? I specialize in trauma informed therapy for adults, adolescents and families. Trauma-informed care recognizes the effects of trauma on behavior, emotions & physical well-being, while prioritizing a safe therapeutic environment. I have extensive experience with CPTSD, PTSD, medical trauma, chronic pain and phobias. I aim to understand the unique needs of each person, while emphasizing empowerment and personal choice. Living with my own health challenges has helped to shape my understanding and approach.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? Are you struggling with how to "return to normal" since 2020? I specialize in trauma informed therapy for adults, adolescents and families. Trauma-informed care recognizes the effects of trauma on behavior, emotions & physical well-being, while prioritizing a safe therapeutic environment. I have extensive experience with CPTSD, PTSD, medical trauma, chronic pain and phobias. I aim to understand the unique needs of each person, while emphasizing empowerment and personal choice. Living with my own health challenges has helped to shape my understanding and approach.
Hello, my name is Thasja Hoffmann, I am an LMFT & LPCC trauma-focused therapist. I have had over 20 years of experience, and I still feel very passionate about what I do. My main approach to therapy is to slow your experience down and help you notice what you are experiencing through Meta-awareness modalities and Mindfulness. I also find Somatic and EMDR approaches very helpful in processing information. My foundation in how I work comes from Humanistic/ Existential Psychology.
Hello, my name is Thasja Hoffmann, I am an LMFT & LPCC trauma-focused therapist. I have had over 20 years of experience, and I still feel very passionate about what I do. My main approach to therapy is to slow your experience down and help you notice what you are experiencing through Meta-awareness modalities and Mindfulness. I also find Somatic and EMDR approaches very helpful in processing information. My foundation in how I work comes from Humanistic/ Existential Psychology.
Hi there. I'm Dr. M. A licensed clinical psychologist. I work with clients experiencing relationship difficulties and who want to feel unstuck. I offer a warm, safe, and supportive space where clients can explore how family dynamics, culture, and early attachment experiences shape their present relationships.
I work from an interpersonal and attachment-based perspective to help clients understand deeply rooted attachment patterns and how these patterns show up in current relationships. With a balance of gentleness and thoughtful challenge, I guide clients toward greater insight, emotional security, and confidence.
Hi there. I'm Dr. M. A licensed clinical psychologist. I work with clients experiencing relationship difficulties and who want to feel unstuck. I offer a warm, safe, and supportive space where clients can explore how family dynamics, culture, and early attachment experiences shape their present relationships.
I work from an interpersonal and attachment-based perspective to help clients understand deeply rooted attachment patterns and how these patterns show up in current relationships. With a balance of gentleness and thoughtful challenge, I guide clients toward greater insight, emotional security, and confidence.
Therapy is an experience and journey which can be transformative, powerful, and healing. My clients often describe me as an attentive listener, empathetic, compassionate, professional, engaging, skilled in strategies, and effective in producing results. Treatment plans and goals are tailored to the uniqueness of each individual and their evolving needs. Analysis is viewed from a holistic perspective which incorporates a client’s personal history, attachment styles, relationship patterns, themes, and identity (race, culture, gender, sexuality). I’m integrative in my theoretical style pulling from many schools of thought.
Therapy is an experience and journey which can be transformative, powerful, and healing. My clients often describe me as an attentive listener, empathetic, compassionate, professional, engaging, skilled in strategies, and effective in producing results. Treatment plans and goals are tailored to the uniqueness of each individual and their evolving needs. Analysis is viewed from a holistic perspective which incorporates a client’s personal history, attachment styles, relationship patterns, themes, and identity (race, culture, gender, sexuality). I’m integrative in my theoretical style pulling from many schools of thought.
Specializing in Anxiety. Are you feeling anxious and overwhelmed? Maybe you are feeling sad, stressed, or stuck. Are you having issues in your relationships? Do you wish to break cycles of behaviors and situations? I am here for you. My approach is integrative and specific to each client. I strive to help guide clients towards self-awareness, insight, and better relationships with themselves and others. I balance listening with practical and structured interventions to help clients both inside and outside of session.
Specializing in Anxiety. Are you feeling anxious and overwhelmed? Maybe you are feeling sad, stressed, or stuck. Are you having issues in your relationships? Do you wish to break cycles of behaviors and situations? I am here for you. My approach is integrative and specific to each client. I strive to help guide clients towards self-awareness, insight, and better relationships with themselves and others. I balance listening with practical and structured interventions to help clients both inside and outside of session.
CBT Los Angeles is a nationally-recognized practice specializing in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy. All of our therapists are doctoral-level experts in CBT, many having taught and supervised at top graduate clinical psychology programs and clinical training programs around the country. Our expert therapists are deeply experienced in treating a variety of psychological problems. At CBT Los Angeles, we bridge innovation science with state-of-the-art treatment.
CBT Los Angeles is a nationally-recognized practice specializing in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy. All of our therapists are doctoral-level experts in CBT, many having taught and supervised at top graduate clinical psychology programs and clinical training programs around the country. Our expert therapists are deeply experienced in treating a variety of psychological problems. At CBT Los Angeles, we bridge innovation science with state-of-the-art treatment.
Therapy can help you realize your best possible self by helping build skills and capabilities that support happy, meaningful and fulfilling lives. In our fast paced, productivity obsessed culture, it's easy to get off track and one day wake up to realize you're not living the life you wanted. There are so many forces at work on us, including oppressive systemic forces and their effects (fear, anger, perfectionism, self-judgement, imposter syndrome, etc). Therapy can be a bolster and a support - a means to explore values and goals, reconnect with your values and create the life you want.
Therapy can help you realize your best possible self by helping build skills and capabilities that support happy, meaningful and fulfilling lives. In our fast paced, productivity obsessed culture, it's easy to get off track and one day wake up to realize you're not living the life you wanted. There are so many forces at work on us, including oppressive systemic forces and their effects (fear, anger, perfectionism, self-judgement, imposter syndrome, etc). Therapy can be a bolster and a support - a means to explore values and goals, reconnect with your values and create the life you want.
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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.