Cancer Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Omer Harari
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90004
My clinical work is also informed by lived experiences-whether as a parent, cancer survivor, first generation American, love for music.
I offer support for those who feel like they're carrying the weight of the world-whether it's challenges managing a transition in life, feelings that are hard to sit with, or a disconnection from the person you know yourself to be. I provide a warm, non-judgemental space to unpack struggles, identify needs and narratives that no longer serve you, so that you can heal, connect, and thrive.
My clinical work is also informed by lived experiences-whether as a parent, cancer survivor, first generation American, love for music.
I offer support for those who feel like they're carrying the weight of the world-whether it's challenges managing a transition in life, feelings that are hard to sit with, or a disconnection from the person you know yourself to be. I provide a warm, non-judgemental space to unpack struggles, identify needs and narratives that no longer serve you, so that you can heal, connect, and thrive.
Ricki Bernstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Additionally, I have expertise working with individuals and families coping with cancer diagnosis and treatment.
I view psychotherapy as a creative, collaborative process between client and therapist. I value the uniqueness of each individual client and strive to create an environment of trust, compassion, respect and empathy. While we cannot change difficult and oftentimes traumatic past experiences, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
Additionally, I have expertise working with individuals and families coping with cancer diagnosis and treatment.
I view psychotherapy as a creative, collaborative process between client and therapist. I value the uniqueness of each individual client and strive to create an environment of trust, compassion, respect and empathy. While we cannot change difficult and oftentimes traumatic past experiences, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
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.
Jeanne Young, PhD
Psychologist, PhD, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90064
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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.
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.
Thomas J. Pier Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, OSW-C, CMF
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90018
Through 30 years of clinical practice, I've companioned numerous individuals and families facing cancer, experiencing loss & grief & impacted by caregiver strain.
Life is lived in cultural & societal contexts worth examining. Healing occurs when real-life struggles are brought to therapy & mindful awareness is used to gain insights within the therapeutic relationship. This allows insights of therapy & practice into life. Understanding & living fully in the present moment is the best way to prepare for what is to come.
Through 30 years of clinical practice, I've companioned numerous individuals and families facing cancer, experiencing loss & grief & impacted by caregiver strain.
Life is lived in cultural & societal contexts worth examining. Healing occurs when real-life struggles are brought to therapy & mindful awareness is used to gain insights within the therapeutic relationship. This allows insights of therapy & practice into life. Understanding & living fully in the present moment is the best way to prepare for what is to come.
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.
Drawing from a spiritual near-death experience and the loss of my beloved mother to Cancer, I believe we are all destined to radiate our light in this world.
I'm BIPOC & culturally sensitive. You may be reading this at a time where you're going through a crisis & need moral support. Perhaps you're starting to doubt yourself and dimming your flame. My therapeutic offerings encompass self-discovery, spiritual exploration & culturally sensitive support. Through a blend of psychotherapy & holistic healing practices, I assist clients in reconnecting with their true selves, fostering resilience & illuminating their path to personal growth & well-being. I can assist you with issues around anxiety, trauma & depression. I focus as well on burnout, self care, men's & relationship issues.
Drawing from a spiritual near-death experience and the loss of my beloved mother to Cancer, I believe we are all destined to radiate our light in this world.
I'm BIPOC & culturally sensitive. You may be reading this at a time where you're going through a crisis & need moral support. Perhaps you're starting to doubt yourself and dimming your flame. My therapeutic offerings encompass self-discovery, spiritual exploration & culturally sensitive support. Through a blend of psychotherapy & holistic healing practices, I assist clients in reconnecting with their true selves, fostering resilience & illuminating their path to personal growth & well-being. I can assist you with issues around anxiety, trauma & depression. I focus as well on burnout, self care, men's & relationship issues.
I have experience with serious illnesses such as cancer, dementia, and end-of-life issues.
Hi, My name is Linda Sharples and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) I am based in Murrieta but provide therapy statewide via telehealth. I work with individuals, couples, and families addressing anxiety, depression, family dysfunction, and the stress associated with life transitions.
I have experience with serious illnesses such as cancer, dementia, and end-of-life issues.
Hi, My name is Linda Sharples and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) I am based in Murrieta but provide therapy statewide via telehealth. I work with individuals, couples, and families addressing anxiety, depression, family dysfunction, and the stress associated with life transitions.
I have experience working with clients suffering from life-threatening diseases such as cancer, burn injuries, critical accidents and those dealing with end-of-life issues with themselves or within their family unit.
I understand how hard life can be sometimes. It is often hard to understand how we feel and determine how to help ourselves feel better. Emotional pain can stem from many different things. I will listen to you and work with you to determine where that pain is coming from and how you can work to better cope with it. It is my goal to help every patient feel heard, understood and valued. You have the strength within you to feel better, I will help you to find that strength and to use it. I will not just help you talk about it. I will help you to understand the pain and identify a better way to feel and a better way to live.
I have experience working with clients suffering from life-threatening diseases such as cancer, burn injuries, critical accidents and those dealing with end-of-life issues with themselves or within their family unit.
I understand how hard life can be sometimes. It is often hard to understand how we feel and determine how to help ourselves feel better. Emotional pain can stem from many different things. I will listen to you and work with you to determine where that pain is coming from and how you can work to better cope with it. It is my goal to help every patient feel heard, understood and valued. You have the strength within you to feel better, I will help you to find that strength and to use it. I will not just help you talk about it. I will help you to understand the pain and identify a better way to feel and a better way to live.
Danielle Faye Jonas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am fellowship trained in pediatric palliative care social work from Boston Children's Hospital/Dana Farber Cancer Institute/Harvard Med.
Our team of skilled and compassionate therapists is located in Santa Monica, CA, offering in-person and virtual sessions. We specialize in working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Our typical client faces challenges such as; anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, academic struggles and complex family dynamics. We assist clients in developing a variety of skills including; emotion regulation, social skills, communication, self-esteem, confidence and boundary setting. Our team also supports people of all ages facing chronic/serious illnesses, caregiving and grief, loss and bereavement.
I am fellowship trained in pediatric palliative care social work from Boston Children's Hospital/Dana Farber Cancer Institute/Harvard Med.
Our team of skilled and compassionate therapists is located in Santa Monica, CA, offering in-person and virtual sessions. We specialize in working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Our typical client faces challenges such as; anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, academic struggles and complex family dynamics. We assist clients in developing a variety of skills including; emotion regulation, social skills, communication, self-esteem, confidence and boundary setting. Our team also supports people of all ages facing chronic/serious illnesses, caregiving and grief, loss and bereavement.
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De Jeanne Taylor
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MDiv, Coach
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My areas of specialty are anger and rage reduction, self-esteem, divorce, cancer survivors, relationship challenges, blended families, stepparenting, phase of life transitions (men and women), spirituality, substance abuse, empty nesting and caregiving.
Are you someone that has difficulties making decisions? Are you always second-guessing yourself? Do you SOMETIMES wonder if you can make it from one moment to the next? Have you ever felt like your creativity has disappeared? Has your ZEST for life waned or your motivation for new and fun experiences become non-existent? Has past pain, hurt and trauma kept you from achieving your goals or fulfilling your dreams? Do you find yourself doing what others expect of you, and not fulfilling what makes your heart passionately beat? Do you question God's purpose for your life, or the reason why you exist? HAVE YOU LOST YOUR ESSENTIALITY?
My areas of specialty are anger and rage reduction, self-esteem, divorce, cancer survivors, relationship challenges, blended families, stepparenting, phase of life transitions (men and women), spirituality, substance abuse, empty nesting and caregiving.
Are you someone that has difficulties making decisions? Are you always second-guessing yourself? Do you SOMETIMES wonder if you can make it from one moment to the next? Have you ever felt like your creativity has disappeared? Has your ZEST for life waned or your motivation for new and fun experiences become non-existent? Has past pain, hurt and trauma kept you from achieving your goals or fulfilling your dreams? Do you find yourself doing what others expect of you, and not fulfilling what makes your heart passionately beat? Do you question God's purpose for your life, or the reason why you exist? HAVE YOU LOST YOUR ESSENTIALITY?
I have also worked with clients dealing with terminal cancer, including the end-of-life stages.
As a native Palisadian who lost their office and childhood home, my most recent speciality is processing and grieving the fire and the village.
I work with adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD, usually without the use of medication. Intrusive and upsetting thoughts can be so frightening that we feel trapped inside our own minds. It is my goal to help you to regain comfort within yourself. I help many clients manage withdrawal effects from drugs, alcohol, and prescription medication, including antidepressants.
I have also worked with clients dealing with terminal cancer, including the end-of-life stages.
As a native Palisadian who lost their office and childhood home, my most recent speciality is processing and grieving the fire and the village.
I work with adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD, usually without the use of medication. Intrusive and upsetting thoughts can be so frightening that we feel trapped inside our own minds. It is my goal to help you to regain comfort within yourself. I help many clients manage withdrawal effects from drugs, alcohol, and prescription medication, including antidepressants.
Free Spirit Coaching & Psychological Services PLC
Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a cancer survivor and have suffered other illnesses.
I am very direct and will help make the changes you need to grow and heal. I work with individuals, couples and families with children ages 5 and up. I specialize in treating problems related to marriage and parenting; social, emotional, behavioral, intellectual and academic issues, self-esteem and confidence; life transitions, grief and loss; abuse, trauma, PTSD, depression and anxiety. I’m passionate about helping children and their parents work together as a family, as a team. A team approach is the most effective approach, which is why I also collaborate with your child’s teachers and other providers as needed.
I am a cancer survivor and have suffered other illnesses.
I am very direct and will help make the changes you need to grow and heal. I work with individuals, couples and families with children ages 5 and up. I specialize in treating problems related to marriage and parenting; social, emotional, behavioral, intellectual and academic issues, self-esteem and confidence; life transitions, grief and loss; abuse, trauma, PTSD, depression and anxiety. I’m passionate about helping children and their parents work together as a family, as a team. A team approach is the most effective approach, which is why I also collaborate with your child’s teachers and other providers as needed.
The clients that I work most effectively with are adult women and men facing challenges such as anxiety, cancer and chronic illnesses, infertility, life transitions, grief and loss, and stress.
My approach to therapy is both client-centered and solution-focused, as I tailor my treatment modalities to the individual needs of my clients. Some of the treatment modalities I utilize include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
The clients that I work most effectively with are adult women and men facing challenges such as anxiety, cancer and chronic illnesses, infertility, life transitions, grief and loss, and stress.
My approach to therapy is both client-centered and solution-focused, as I tailor my treatment modalities to the individual needs of my clients. Some of the treatment modalities I utilize include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
Julia Leavitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, , LCSW, OSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
For over a decade I have supported individuals and families navigate the distress and challenges of a cancer diagnosis or major life transition.
If you’ve found yourself confronted by any of these challenges, I’d love to hear from you to see if I might be the right fit.
For over a decade I have supported individuals and families navigate the distress and challenges of a cancer diagnosis or major life transition.
If you’ve found yourself confronted by any of these challenges, I’d love to hear from you to see if I might be the right fit.
As a cancer survivor, I understand how overwhelming these challenges can feel.
Life can be difficult. Often, we are faced with issues and circumstances that can be challenging at best, and most of us were not taught the skills to help us successfully navigate through our experiences. We feel the pressure to please others while forgoing our own needs & feelings. We all want to feel more joy in our lives, but we don't always know how to achieve it.
As a cancer survivor, I understand how overwhelming these challenges can feel.
Life can be difficult. Often, we are faced with issues and circumstances that can be challenging at best, and most of us were not taught the skills to help us successfully navigate through our experiences. We feel the pressure to please others while forgoing our own needs & feelings. We all want to feel more joy in our lives, but we don't always know how to achieve it.
My specialties are centered on supporting people with value guided living, life transitions, cancer care support, grief & loss, and trauma.
While honoring you being the expert of your life, I seek to walk alongside you as a guide & partner during this particular challenging part of your life journey.
My specialties are centered on supporting people with value guided living, life transitions, cancer care support, grief & loss, and trauma.
While honoring you being the expert of your life, I seek to walk alongside you as a guide & partner during this particular challenging part of your life journey.
Dr. Jackie Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have over 20 years of experience helping those living with chronic illness/medical condition (such as cancer, fibromyalgia, MS), grief & loss, and professional burnout.
Feeling low energy or little hope for the future? Living with a recent loss or medical diagnosis and wondering if you'll ever feel like yourself again? These challenges can cause so much suffering and make us feel alone and like no one really understands. Whether you are struggling with emotional symptoms like loneliness, anger, or sadness, or physical symptoms like pain and fatigue therapy can help. As a therapist who specializes in illness and loss, I work to help you find support, advocate for yourself, listen to and trust your body, and find energy for your next chapter in life.
I have over 20 years of experience helping those living with chronic illness/medical condition (such as cancer, fibromyalgia, MS), grief & loss, and professional burnout.
Feeling low energy or little hope for the future? Living with a recent loss or medical diagnosis and wondering if you'll ever feel like yourself again? These challenges can cause so much suffering and make us feel alone and like no one really understands. Whether you are struggling with emotional symptoms like loneliness, anger, or sadness, or physical symptoms like pain and fatigue therapy can help. As a therapist who specializes in illness and loss, I work to help you find support, advocate for yourself, listen to and trust your body, and find energy for your next chapter in life.
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.
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