Cancer Therapists in Los Angeles, CA

The experiences of grief, a cancer diagnosis, or supporting a loved one with cancer are challenging and often lonely.
As a psychologist, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), along with my years of experience supporting others through grief, adjustment to cancer, and managing worry. My approach is collaborative, transparent, and compassionate. I offer a guided approach to processing feelings and learning new skills.
The experiences of grief, a cancer diagnosis, or supporting a loved one with cancer are challenging and often lonely.
As a psychologist, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), along with my years of experience supporting others through grief, adjustment to cancer, and managing worry. My approach is collaborative, transparent, and compassionate. I offer a guided approach to processing feelings and learning new skills.

I specialize in working with adults and older adults coping with cancer or chronic illness.
Hi! I'm Meredith (she/her). It's nice to meet you, thank you for being here. I am passionate about supporting my clients through life's many challenges such as receiving a new medical diagnosis, coping with a chronic illness, shifting to a caregiver role or grieving the death of a loved one. My practice offers a safe and affirming therapeutic space for you to learn and grow. I tailor treatment to your individual needs using a variety of techniques and view our time together as a shared endeavor to help you achieve your goals. As a Certified Case Manager I can also assist with healthcare-related documents and resource referrals.
I specialize in working with adults and older adults coping with cancer or chronic illness.
Hi! I'm Meredith (she/her). It's nice to meet you, thank you for being here. I am passionate about supporting my clients through life's many challenges such as receiving a new medical diagnosis, coping with a chronic illness, shifting to a caregiver role or grieving the death of a loved one. My practice offers a safe and affirming therapeutic space for you to learn and grow. I tailor treatment to your individual needs using a variety of techniques and view our time together as a shared endeavor to help you achieve your goals. As a Certified Case Manager I can also assist with healthcare-related documents and resource referrals.

I also have years of expertise in psycho-oncology and have unique offerings for families and individuals experiencing cancer and chronic illness.
Hi! I’m Madeline. I specialize in helping individuals and couples make meaning out of challenges and loss, navigate transitions, and deepen their relationships with others. Most of us encounter some form of trauma or loss in our lives, and these challenges can impact our mood, our sense of self, and our relationship with the world around us. I provide a warm, collaborative space for clients to uncover and re-frame unhelpful beliefs, develop skills to cope with anxiety and depression, and set helpful boundaries with those around them.
I also have years of expertise in psycho-oncology and have unique offerings for families and individuals experiencing cancer and chronic illness.
Hi! I’m Madeline. I specialize in helping individuals and couples make meaning out of challenges and loss, navigate transitions, and deepen their relationships with others. Most of us encounter some form of trauma or loss in our lives, and these challenges can impact our mood, our sense of self, and our relationship with the world around us. I provide a warm, collaborative space for clients to uncover and re-frame unhelpful beliefs, develop skills to cope with anxiety and depression, and set helpful boundaries with those around them.

Veronica Cardenas - Cancer Care Specialist
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Online Only
Since your cancer diagnosis, your entire life has been turned upside down.
I assure you that your fears and concerns are entirely valid, and you don’t have to do this alone. Using a combination of evidence-based therapeutic approaches we’ll give you the tools to manage your anxiety, depression, and distress. We’ll help you reconnect with the things that matter most to you, so you can live with less fear and greater calm.
Since your cancer diagnosis, your entire life has been turned upside down.
I assure you that your fears and concerns are entirely valid, and you don’t have to do this alone. Using a combination of evidence-based therapeutic approaches we’ll give you the tools to manage your anxiety, depression, and distress. We’ll help you reconnect with the things that matter most to you, so you can live with less fear and greater calm.

Jordan Long
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
If you are a person who has been affected by cancer or chronic illness, you may feel alone in your experience, and exceedingly overwhelmed.
With my support, you will become equipped with coping skills tailored to you and your needs, gain understanding of yourself and your relationships, and feel confident to handle life's stressors. I welcome you to set up a free 15 minute consultation call to see if we may be a good fit.
If you are a person who has been affected by cancer or chronic illness, you may feel alone in your experience, and exceedingly overwhelmed.
With my support, you will become equipped with coping skills tailored to you and your needs, gain understanding of yourself and your relationships, and feel confident to handle life's stressors. I welcome you to set up a free 15 minute consultation call to see if we may be a good fit.

I also specialize in working with people impacted by cancer, whether you are facing a diagnosis or a loved one offering support.
We all need extra support sometimes to get us through life's challenges. I can offer a non-judgmental and safe space in which you can freely explore whatever it is that you are facing. Together, we can identify the places where you may feel stuck, and work on removing the obstacles that stand in your way. Whether you're an individual in need of support or change, a couple wanting to improve communication, or a family in conflict, my goal is to assist you in moving forward with clarity.
I also specialize in working with people impacted by cancer, whether you are facing a diagnosis or a loved one offering support.
We all need extra support sometimes to get us through life's challenges. I can offer a non-judgmental and safe space in which you can freely explore whatever it is that you are facing. Together, we can identify the places where you may feel stuck, and work on removing the obstacles that stand in your way. Whether you're an individual in need of support or change, a couple wanting to improve communication, or a family in conflict, my goal is to assist you in moving forward with clarity.

Cibele Sousa- Chronic Illness, Cancer, EMDR
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
24 Endorsed
Serves Area
Caregivers and family members of cancer patients find working with me helpful, healing, and nurturing.
Clients report feeling better, centered, & connected working with me. My training in Neuroaffective Touch, Brainspotting, EMDR, EFT, Resilience ToolKit, TRE, & Mindfulness informs my unique style of body psychotherapy. I provide an added level of expertise to this process. Reminder- I am Out of Network but offer a concierge service for PPO insurance plans
Caregivers and family members of cancer patients find working with me helpful, healing, and nurturing.
Clients report feeling better, centered, & connected working with me. My training in Neuroaffective Touch, Brainspotting, EMDR, EFT, Resilience ToolKit, TRE, & Mindfulness informs my unique style of body psychotherapy. I provide an added level of expertise to this process. Reminder- I am Out of Network but offer a concierge service for PPO insurance plans

As a cancer "thriver" she advocates for patients and their families navigating the emotional field from diagnosis to recovery.
Lynda supports and facilitates her clients' emotional growth, gain deeper insights, make healthy choices and live healthier & happier lives, from couples struggling for connection, engagement & compatibility to enhance family relationships and individuals facilitating emotional well being.
As a cancer "thriver" she advocates for patients and their families navigating the emotional field from diagnosis to recovery.
Lynda supports and facilitates her clients' emotional growth, gain deeper insights, make healthy choices and live healthier & happier lives, from couples struggling for connection, engagement & compatibility to enhance family relationships and individuals facilitating emotional well being.

Later employed with King Drew Medical Center as a Clinical Social Worker in the 80's experiences with Cancer, AIDs, and emergency medication.
We are currently providing 12 weeks of Individual sessions at $100 an hour in Anger Management and Domestic Violence for Court Order or for Educational purpose. The target population are ages 12 to 65 Black and Latino men. At the end of the 12 session a certificate of completion will be given. Hours 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm Monday thru Friday. Weeks availability
Later employed with King Drew Medical Center as a Clinical Social Worker in the 80's experiences with Cancer, AIDs, and emergency medication.
We are currently providing 12 weeks of Individual sessions at $100 an hour in Anger Management and Domestic Violence for Court Order or for Educational purpose. The target population are ages 12 to 65 Black and Latino men. At the end of the 12 session a certificate of completion will be given. Hours 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm Monday thru Friday. Weeks availability

Talk It Out Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MSW, Grief, Loss
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I worked as a medicine hospital social worker for four years providing therapy to those diagnosed with cancer and veterans with a history of addiction in recovery.
BIPOC - Have you experienced loss or adjusting to change? Life comes with loss and change: the death of a loved one, the loss of health, a break-up. Dealing with any loss and adjusting to major change often negatively affects us, and our emotional well-being and coping habits are sometimes compromised as a result. It is easy to fall into depression or develop anxiety if our coping is not managed and nurtured appropriately. I’m glad you are taking steps to process what change or loss means to you. As an Asian American Filipina, I provide culturally competent therapy services to those managing dual/multi cultural/BIPOC identities.
I worked as a medicine hospital social worker for four years providing therapy to those diagnosed with cancer and veterans with a history of addiction in recovery.
BIPOC - Have you experienced loss or adjusting to change? Life comes with loss and change: the death of a loved one, the loss of health, a break-up. Dealing with any loss and adjusting to major change often negatively affects us, and our emotional well-being and coping habits are sometimes compromised as a result. It is easy to fall into depression or develop anxiety if our coping is not managed and nurtured appropriately. I’m glad you are taking steps to process what change or loss means to you. As an Asian American Filipina, I provide culturally competent therapy services to those managing dual/multi cultural/BIPOC identities.

My experience as a cancer survivor, adoptive parent, artist/writer, and meditator enhance my work.
I work collaboratively and interactively with clients doing insight work, cognitive behavioral work: examining thoughts, patterns and interactions, creating healthier, empowering, nurturing alternatives, and helping people develop skills for managing life better and enjoying life more .Clients gain self knowledge and create more meaningful, juicy lives.
My experience as a cancer survivor, adoptive parent, artist/writer, and meditator enhance my work.
I work collaboratively and interactively with clients doing insight work, cognitive behavioral work: examining thoughts, patterns and interactions, creating healthier, empowering, nurturing alternatives, and helping people develop skills for managing life better and enjoying life more .Clients gain self knowledge and create more meaningful, juicy lives.
Meet Our Cancer Therapists

I also work with people diagnosed with cancer and other chronic illnesses.
Change for the better is good. Yet any change is difficult. Many of us do well at managing our lives by mitigating our problems with justifications like, "It's not that bad...things could be worse." Until, one day, the epiphany hits, and we realize that we need help. I urge my patients to excavate patterns from their past that may be holding them back, so we can work toward solutions and strategies for bettering their lives and relationships.
I also work with people diagnosed with cancer and other chronic illnesses.
Change for the better is good. Yet any change is difficult. Many of us do well at managing our lives by mitigating our problems with justifications like, "It's not that bad...things could be worse." Until, one day, the epiphany hits, and we realize that we need help. I urge my patients to excavate patterns from their past that may be holding them back, so we can work toward solutions and strategies for bettering their lives and relationships.

Having been twice a cancer survivor, I have a deep and personal grounding in issues related to life-threatening illness and find it easy and rewarding to connect with my clients.
I work with people who are ready for change, people who have recognized that they are stuck in unproductive, repeating patterns in their lives and want to break free, and people who are ready to commit to their own personal growth. I have several specialties, including: the management of a broad range of feelings; concerns about body image and sexuality; communication difficulties; loss and grief; empowerment; self-esteem; and, dealing with life-threatening illness.
Having been twice a cancer survivor, I have a deep and personal grounding in issues related to life-threatening illness and find it easy and rewarding to connect with my clients.
I work with people who are ready for change, people who have recognized that they are stuck in unproductive, repeating patterns in their lives and want to break free, and people who are ready to commit to their own personal growth. I have several specialties, including: the management of a broad range of feelings; concerns about body image and sexuality; communication difficulties; loss and grief; empowerment; self-esteem; and, dealing with life-threatening illness.

cancer, pain, depression), and/or individuals who are willing to explore alternative ways of healing past traumas/social injustices/identity crisis.
Accepting new patients!
cancer, pain, depression), and/or individuals who are willing to explore alternative ways of healing past traumas/social injustices/identity crisis.
Accepting new patients!

I help people cope with the emotional challenges of living with a medical illness such as cancer, heart disease, pain, or other diagnoses as well as navigate transitions of aging.
I work with individuals facing various health and aging challenges, including caregiving, workplace difficulties, relationship changes, death and dying, managing medical diagnoses and healthcare, cognitive changes, menopause, and finding meaning in later life. Together, we navigate these challenges and improve overall well-being.
I help people cope with the emotional challenges of living with a medical illness such as cancer, heart disease, pain, or other diagnoses as well as navigate transitions of aging.
I work with individuals facing various health and aging challenges, including caregiving, workplace difficulties, relationship changes, death and dying, managing medical diagnoses and healthcare, cognitive changes, menopause, and finding meaning in later life. Together, we navigate these challenges and improve overall well-being.

Grief, chronic illness, a cancer diagnosis, chronic pain, caregiving can change your life radically.
Whether it is processing your unique experiences, wrapping your head around significant losses, learning coping skills to manage anxiety or identifying new sources of meaning, you don't have to do it alone.
Grief, chronic illness, a cancer diagnosis, chronic pain, caregiving can change your life radically.
Whether it is processing your unique experiences, wrapping your head around significant losses, learning coping skills to manage anxiety or identifying new sources of meaning, you don't have to do it alone.

Charmaine Nooshin Herzig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Ms Ed
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Depression, anxiety, infidelity trauma, health issues (breast cancer) and life stage crisis's are within my scope of expertise.
With the utmost care, curiosity and determination your treatment will begin with exploring your thoughts, conclusions you've drawn, opinions, and beliefs. This helps us understand your viewpoint and what triggers your emotions and motivates your behaviors. Your feelings are addressed and linked to the ideas that are causing you distress..
Depression, anxiety, infidelity trauma, health issues (breast cancer) and life stage crisis's are within my scope of expertise.
With the utmost care, curiosity and determination your treatment will begin with exploring your thoughts, conclusions you've drawn, opinions, and beliefs. This helps us understand your viewpoint and what triggers your emotions and motivates your behaviors. Your feelings are addressed and linked to the ideas that are causing you distress..

Jeanne Young, PhD
Psychologist, PhD, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Waitlist for new clients
for 10 years, assisting people dealing with major illnesses, including diabetes, cancer, and cardiac disorders.
Are you struggling with feelings of hopelessness, fatigue, low energy, moodiness or loneliness? These can be symptoms of depression. Sometimes depression triggers feeling out of control with eating, alcohol or compulsive spending. Are you trying to improve your relationships with loved ones? I have been helping people improve their inner life and relationships for over 20 years.
for 10 years, assisting people dealing with major illnesses, including diabetes, cancer, and cardiac disorders.
Are you struggling with feelings of hopelessness, fatigue, low energy, moodiness or loneliness? These can be symptoms of depression. Sometimes depression triggers feeling out of control with eating, alcohol or compulsive spending. Are you trying to improve your relationships with loved ones? I have been helping people improve their inner life and relationships for over 20 years.

As a cancer survivor myself, I know first hand how scary the "C" word is.
Psychotherapy services are for individuals, couples and families experiencing the effects of cancer or chronic illness. I offer a supportive environment where we explore the effects of cancer in all areas of life. I also support caregivers who are navigating the cancer process along side their loved one.
As a cancer survivor myself, I know first hand how scary the "C" word is.
Psychotherapy services are for individuals, couples and families experiencing the effects of cancer or chronic illness. I offer a supportive environment where we explore the effects of cancer in all areas of life. I also support caregivers who are navigating the cancer process along side their loved one.

Prior to beginning my full time private practice I completed a two year fellowship at Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles, spent several years at City of Hope Medical Center, and worked as Director of Mind Body Therapies at the Roy and Patricia Disney Family Cancer Center in Burbank, CA.
I am a cognitive behavioral psychologist and as such I utilize a goal oriented focus in working with problems that you may be experiencing. I also believe that understanding the meaning of experiences are essential to working through them. I have worked both with children and adults in my practice and have done a great deal of work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, and chronic illness.
Prior to beginning my full time private practice I completed a two year fellowship at Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles, spent several years at City of Hope Medical Center, and worked as Director of Mind Body Therapies at the Roy and Patricia Disney Family Cancer Center in Burbank, CA.
I am a cognitive behavioral psychologist and as such I utilize a goal oriented focus in working with problems that you may be experiencing. I also believe that understanding the meaning of experiences are essential to working through them. I have worked both with children and adults in my practice and have done a great deal of work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, and chronic illness.
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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.