Cancer Therapists in San Marcos, CA
Accepting NEW patients. Are you struggling with the stress of the upcoming holiday's and thinking about spending time with family? Are you finding it difficult to manage your day to day responsibilities? I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, boundaries and self-esteem issues. As an LMFT with over 18 years experience, I meet my clients where they are at, utilizing a strength based approach. I believe we all have it within ourselves to heal and live the life we were meant to live. I provide therapy in English and Spanish and understand the challenges of being part of a multi-cultural family.
Accepting NEW patients. Are you struggling with the stress of the upcoming holiday's and thinking about spending time with family? Are you finding it difficult to manage your day to day responsibilities? I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, boundaries and self-esteem issues. As an LMFT with over 18 years experience, I meet my clients where they are at, utilizing a strength based approach. I believe we all have it within ourselves to heal and live the life we were meant to live. I provide therapy in English and Spanish and understand the challenges of being part of a multi-cultural family.
Are you feeling like you’re not living as your best self? Maybe you’re feeling confused, scared, or disconnected, and not sure how to move forward. I want you to know that you’re not alone, and I’m here to help. If emotions or behaviors are becoming overwhelming and affecting other areas of your life, I encourage you to reach out. My goal is to support you through this journey, and I truly believe that positive change, success, and growth are possible. Together we’ll work on practical tools and strategies to help you not just cope, but truly thrive.
Are you feeling like you’re not living as your best self? Maybe you’re feeling confused, scared, or disconnected, and not sure how to move forward. I want you to know that you’re not alone, and I’m here to help. If emotions or behaviors are becoming overwhelming and affecting other areas of your life, I encourage you to reach out. My goal is to support you through this journey, and I truly believe that positive change, success, and growth are possible. Together we’ll work on practical tools and strategies to help you not just cope, but truly thrive.
My style involves working collaboratively to help my patients improve the quality of their lives in their work, their relationships and their interests.
My approach brings to light how past experiences affect the choices that we make in our current lives, both positively and negatively, and how we can alter destructive patterns by learning new healthy coping skills.
My style involves working collaboratively to help my patients improve the quality of their lives in their work, their relationships and their interests.
My approach brings to light how past experiences affect the choices that we make in our current lives, both positively and negatively, and how we can alter destructive patterns by learning new healthy coping skills.
Everyone wants to MAKE THE MOST OF THE LIFE YOU HAVE... but often present-day distress interferes with our ability to experience a more fulfilling life. Whether you have been experiencing lingering distress from past hurts or current challenges, I am here to partner with you to restore your hope. Everyone needs strong encouragement during times of difficulty. I look forward to championing you to live your best life starting today!
Everyone wants to MAKE THE MOST OF THE LIFE YOU HAVE... but often present-day distress interferes with our ability to experience a more fulfilling life. Whether you have been experiencing lingering distress from past hurts or current challenges, I am here to partner with you to restore your hope. Everyone needs strong encouragement during times of difficulty. I look forward to championing you to live your best life starting today!
I work best with clients who are open to understanding the issues which contribute to their struggles. Sometimes these are transitional situations, like a relationship break-up, loss of a job, or moving out on ones own. Other times these issues are related to underlying trauma or chronic life situations which contribute to ongoing suffering and pain. Being insightful and curious about oneself often leads to healing—of depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and relational and intimacy issues. My goal is to provide a therapeutic relationship which helps hold fears, sadness, and anger as we progress along the journey together.
I work best with clients who are open to understanding the issues which contribute to their struggles. Sometimes these are transitional situations, like a relationship break-up, loss of a job, or moving out on ones own. Other times these issues are related to underlying trauma or chronic life situations which contribute to ongoing suffering and pain. Being insightful and curious about oneself often leads to healing—of depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and relational and intimacy issues. My goal is to provide a therapeutic relationship which helps hold fears, sadness, and anger as we progress along the journey together.
Everyone deals with anxiety at various times in their life. Some people have a hard time navigating their anxiety for many different reasons. If you are finding that your anxiety has gotten the best of you, it can be helpful to talk with someone who is able to connect you to your best thinking. That is a skill I have been practicing for over 20 years...connecting people to their best thinking to help them start doing their part differently.
Everyone deals with anxiety at various times in their life. Some people have a hard time navigating their anxiety for many different reasons. If you are finding that your anxiety has gotten the best of you, it can be helpful to talk with someone who is able to connect you to your best thinking. That is a skill I have been practicing for over 20 years...connecting people to their best thinking to help them start doing their part differently.
As a certified EMDR therapist, I would love to help you break free from your past in order to live a fuller, more meaningful life in the present. If traumatic memories, depression, or anxiety are keeping you feeling stuck, I can help you find healing. Trauma is stored in the nervous system, and can leave you feeling constantly on edge, or completely checked-out. I incorporate somatic interventions into my work to also help your body work through the trauma that you may not have words for. My office is place where you can safely explore your issues, feeling unconditionally accepted and supported throughout the process.
As a certified EMDR therapist, I would love to help you break free from your past in order to live a fuller, more meaningful life in the present. If traumatic memories, depression, or anxiety are keeping you feeling stuck, I can help you find healing. Trauma is stored in the nervous system, and can leave you feeling constantly on edge, or completely checked-out. I incorporate somatic interventions into my work to also help your body work through the trauma that you may not have words for. My office is place where you can safely explore your issues, feeling unconditionally accepted and supported throughout the process.
Therapeutic and Wellness Solution Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, AMFT, CST
San Marcos, CA 92069
Do you find yourself thinking "I need to see a therapist." Then realize that you have been thinking this for months but haven't been able to make an appointment because you're just too busy and overwhelmed. Do you look at your spouse and think where did the spark go? Can you remember the last time that you were happy and enjoyed any aspect of your day? Or are you done with watching your child struggle with social skills, feelings of anxiety or accepting "no" as an answer. Then its time to give us a call and start making the improvements and changes you want in your life.
Do you find yourself thinking "I need to see a therapist." Then realize that you have been thinking this for months but haven't been able to make an appointment because you're just too busy and overwhelmed. Do you look at your spouse and think where did the spark go? Can you remember the last time that you were happy and enjoyed any aspect of your day? Or are you done with watching your child struggle with social skills, feelings of anxiety or accepting "no" as an answer. Then its time to give us a call and start making the improvements and changes you want in your life.
For most of us, life can be hard and difficult to navigate. Life stressors can make you feel defeated and unable to be present. It’s important to talk about tough topics. People are hesitant to be honest and vulnerable with their feelings and thoughts for fear of judgment when the reality is that we all are human and share similar negative thoughts and experiences. The more we are able to talk about it, the more we understand and can focus on supporting each other. We also experience loss, hopelessness, moments of feeling overwhelmed or lost. Let’s get better together where you feel safe and respected to do so. You deserve wellness!
For most of us, life can be hard and difficult to navigate. Life stressors can make you feel defeated and unable to be present. It’s important to talk about tough topics. People are hesitant to be honest and vulnerable with their feelings and thoughts for fear of judgment when the reality is that we all are human and share similar negative thoughts and experiences. The more we are able to talk about it, the more we understand and can focus on supporting each other. We also experience loss, hopelessness, moments of feeling overwhelmed or lost. Let’s get better together where you feel safe and respected to do so. You deserve wellness!
My ideal client is anyone in need of clarity, reassurance, and direction to find the path to their best self: their most confident, compassionate, easygoing, focused, and understanding aspects of who they are and how they wish to calmly be themselves in every part of their life.
My ideal client is anyone in need of clarity, reassurance, and direction to find the path to their best self: their most confident, compassionate, easygoing, focused, and understanding aspects of who they are and how they wish to calmly be themselves in every part of their life.
Struggling with addiction & feel rehab isn’t an option? Want to adjust your relationship with a substance instead of being told you must quit? Leaving your family, job, school or responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy & on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard...feelings of anxiety, guilt, & shame. You may have tried cutting back or stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful pattern. I specialize in moderation & abstinence based approaches.
Struggling with addiction & feel rehab isn’t an option? Want to adjust your relationship with a substance instead of being told you must quit? Leaving your family, job, school or responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy & on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard...feelings of anxiety, guilt, & shame. You may have tried cutting back or stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful pattern. I specialize in moderation & abstinence based approaches.
Hello, my name is Sonia Díaz, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist working with clients all over California via telehealth. It is my passion to support others as they seek to better their lives and bring about wellness in many different areas. My approach is holistic in nature and client-centered. In this way, we can incorporate an integrative and humanistic approach that respects, validates, and supports your individual goals.
Hello, my name is Sonia Díaz, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist working with clients all over California via telehealth. It is my passion to support others as they seek to better their lives and bring about wellness in many different areas. My approach is holistic in nature and client-centered. In this way, we can incorporate an integrative and humanistic approach that respects, validates, and supports your individual goals.
Sitting at the cross roads of life not knowing which direction to take or perhaps cemented in the very spot where we stand, seems to be where many find themselves today. With the weight of past traumas, present stress and frustrations, and future worries of what is to come sitting upon our shoulders, we attempt to carry even more weight from our families and friends. At some point our shoulders begin to give amongst the burden that cannot be carried alone. We find ourselves in distress feeling hopeless, helpless and broken.
Sitting at the cross roads of life not knowing which direction to take or perhaps cemented in the very spot where we stand, seems to be where many find themselves today. With the weight of past traumas, present stress and frustrations, and future worries of what is to come sitting upon our shoulders, we attempt to carry even more weight from our families and friends. At some point our shoulders begin to give amongst the burden that cannot be carried alone. We find ourselves in distress feeling hopeless, helpless and broken.
Paula Ratter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD, RN
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I don't have an ideal client. I want to met people where they are at. If you've never had therapy before, it’s important to be aware we don’t start talking about the hard stuff. It can take 2-3 sessions for someone to feel comfortable enough to tell another person what they are struggling with. Therapists cannot read minds, but have studied human patterns of thoughts, feelings & actions. No one can truly know the exact consequences a person has experienced in their life. Regardless of the reason why someone is seeking therapy, there is no judgment, no criticism…just acceptance. People can heal & grow in this type of environment.
I don't have an ideal client. I want to met people where they are at. If you've never had therapy before, it’s important to be aware we don’t start talking about the hard stuff. It can take 2-3 sessions for someone to feel comfortable enough to tell another person what they are struggling with. Therapists cannot read minds, but have studied human patterns of thoughts, feelings & actions. No one can truly know the exact consequences a person has experienced in their life. Regardless of the reason why someone is seeking therapy, there is no judgment, no criticism…just acceptance. People can heal & grow in this type of environment.
My aim is to guide you deep within yourself, helping you get to know all your parts - their fears, needs, and desires. I work with teens and adults who are ready to reconnect with their inner wisdom, move beyond old stories, and live with more peace, clarity, and purpose.
You may be navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, or disconnection in your relationships, but deep down, you’re ready to take responsibility for your growth. You are ready to live with more inner peace and self-worth. I work best with thoughtful, growth-oriented clients who value self-reflection, accountability, and meaningful change.
My aim is to guide you deep within yourself, helping you get to know all your parts - their fears, needs, and desires. I work with teens and adults who are ready to reconnect with their inner wisdom, move beyond old stories, and live with more peace, clarity, and purpose.
You may be navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, or disconnection in your relationships, but deep down, you’re ready to take responsibility for your growth. You are ready to live with more inner peace and self-worth. I work best with thoughtful, growth-oriented clients who value self-reflection, accountability, and meaningful change.
I specialize in anxiety, binge eating, caregiving, chronic pain and grief. I work collaboratively with clients to provide concrete tools for them to cope in everyday life. I provide an empathetic and a non-judgmental environment coupled with a client centered approach.
Committing to therapy is challenging, I am flexible and accommodate your schedule. I offer the opportunity to be seen weekly, or bimonthly either in-person or virtually.
I specialize in anxiety, binge eating, caregiving, chronic pain and grief. I work collaboratively with clients to provide concrete tools for them to cope in everyday life. I provide an empathetic and a non-judgmental environment coupled with a client centered approach.
Committing to therapy is challenging, I am flexible and accommodate your schedule. I offer the opportunity to be seen weekly, or bimonthly either in-person or virtually.
Green Integrative Wellness Centers focuses on a ways to support clients on an individual, couples and families basis with an individualized approach using the skills of each provider in a way that is trauma informed. We specialize in treatment of anxiety, depression and trauma. We are open to working with children, teens and adults. We offer virtual and in person appointments.
Green Integrative Wellness Centers focuses on a ways to support clients on an individual, couples and families basis with an individualized approach using the skills of each provider in a way that is trauma informed. We specialize in treatment of anxiety, depression and trauma. We are open to working with children, teens and adults. We offer virtual and in person appointments.
Christi E Chaffee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Through the unique connection of therapy you can learn to balance acceptance and change. By identifying self protective behaviors and defenses you can understand their origins, purpose, and how they may now be causing more suffering than protection. The symptoms of these barriers manifest as depression, anxiety, addiction, relational conflict, substance abuse, loneliness and physical illness. You can learn to challenge and release these old beliefs and discover new ways of relating to yourself and others. Through the balancing process of acceptance versus change you can develop new understanding that promotes healing and growth.
Through the unique connection of therapy you can learn to balance acceptance and change. By identifying self protective behaviors and defenses you can understand their origins, purpose, and how they may now be causing more suffering than protection. The symptoms of these barriers manifest as depression, anxiety, addiction, relational conflict, substance abuse, loneliness and physical illness. You can learn to challenge and release these old beliefs and discover new ways of relating to yourself and others. Through the balancing process of acceptance versus change you can develop new understanding that promotes healing and growth.
Hello! My name is Patricia Soto and I’m a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I am dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey to mental well-being. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from depression, anxiety, life adjustments, grief, and work stress, to family or relationship stress. Let's work collaboratively to get you on the path of healing & happiness. My approach to therapy is being a Client-Centered therapist who also utilizes Solution-Focus.
Hello! My name is Patricia Soto and I’m a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I am dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey to mental well-being. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from depression, anxiety, life adjustments, grief, and work stress, to family or relationship stress. Let's work collaboratively to get you on the path of healing & happiness. My approach to therapy is being a Client-Centered therapist who also utilizes Solution-Focus.
Are relationship anxieties affecting your communication with loved ones? Are you a woman wondering what your next steps are regarding life phase and family? Is your depression and anxiety getting in the way of making important life decisions? Whatever it is, you’re in the right place. I specialize in women’s issues, family/children's struggles, life transitions, identity issues, as well as anxiety and depression.
Are relationship anxieties affecting your communication with loved ones? Are you a woman wondering what your next steps are regarding life phase and family? Is your depression and anxiety getting in the way of making important life decisions? Whatever it is, you’re in the right place. I specialize in women’s issues, family/children's struggles, life transitions, identity issues, as well as anxiety and depression.
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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.