Cancer Therapists in Sterling, MA
Lauren Blaquiere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Sterling, MA 01564 (Online Only)
Searching for a therapist is a very vulnerable and brave process. I want to thank you for coming to read more about how I might be able to help you. I would love to be a part of your healing journey whether that includes overcoming anxiety, navigating challenges of infertility, pregnancy, or the fourth trimester postpartum. In our work together we’ll delve into what past life events led to your current beliefs and feelings. In doing so we can work on changing the narrative that has become an unhelpful part of your thought process. Email me to learn more about if we would be a good fit!
Searching for a therapist is a very vulnerable and brave process. I want to thank you for coming to read more about how I might be able to help you. I would love to be a part of your healing journey whether that includes overcoming anxiety, navigating challenges of infertility, pregnancy, or the fourth trimester postpartum. In our work together we’ll delve into what past life events led to your current beliefs and feelings. In doing so we can work on changing the narrative that has become an unhelpful part of your thought process. Email me to learn more about if we would be a good fit!
David Michael Barry
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sterling, MA 01564 (Online Only)
Do you feel lost? Do you sometimes stop, look around, and ask yourself, "How did I get here?" You are not alone. We were all born into a far from perfect world left to navigate our course with less than adequate directions. Perhaps you have faced particularly stormy weather in your journey, or perhaps you have just been overwhelmed by the sheer weight of life's complications. Forging ahead, you have experienced your share of successes and disappointments, but you have never felt that you were exactly on the right track.
Do you feel lost? Do you sometimes stop, look around, and ask yourself, "How did I get here?" You are not alone. We were all born into a far from perfect world left to navigate our course with less than adequate directions. Perhaps you have faced particularly stormy weather in your journey, or perhaps you have just been overwhelmed by the sheer weight of life's complications. Forging ahead, you have experienced your share of successes and disappointments, but you have never felt that you were exactly on the right track.
Dr. Jennifer Schmoll Rapkin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sterling, MA 01564 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Men, women, and couples who seek relief from anxiety, depression, and interpersonal conflict find me to be of assistance. People I treat tend to be highly functioning with regard to family, employment, and community. For many, however, the appearance of success is not consistent with their degree of emotional suffering. The pressures and stress of money, work, and relationships can be overwhelming at times. Since each person's suffering is unique, my approach is tailored to each individual or couple I see. My skills and energy help create an atmosphere of trust and hope so positive change can occur.
Men, women, and couples who seek relief from anxiety, depression, and interpersonal conflict find me to be of assistance. People I treat tend to be highly functioning with regard to family, employment, and community. For many, however, the appearance of success is not consistent with their degree of emotional suffering. The pressures and stress of money, work, and relationships can be overwhelming at times. Since each person's suffering is unique, my approach is tailored to each individual or couple I see. My skills and energy help create an atmosphere of trust and hope so positive change can occur.
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Donna O'Brien
Counselor, PhD, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rutland, MA 01543 (Online Only)
Not currently accepting new clients. I have been a psychotherapist for over 25 years, working with men, women, adolescents, couples and groups. I view psychotherapy as a collaborative process between client and therapist. As a therapist I try to see the world through the eyes of my clients and accommodate the therapy to their particular needs. First we try to understand the problems that have brought the client into therapy, and we gradually put into practice ways to alleviate them. Unhappiness may take the form of depression, anxiety, panic, life change adjustment, recovery, guilt, grief, or relationship problems.
Not currently accepting new clients. I have been a psychotherapist for over 25 years, working with men, women, adolescents, couples and groups. I view psychotherapy as a collaborative process between client and therapist. As a therapist I try to see the world through the eyes of my clients and accommodate the therapy to their particular needs. First we try to understand the problems that have brought the client into therapy, and we gradually put into practice ways to alleviate them. Unhappiness may take the form of depression, anxiety, panic, life change adjustment, recovery, guilt, grief, or relationship problems.
Karen Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leominster, MA 01453
Waitlist for new clients
I have been a social worker for over 23 years and have worked in a number of different settings, which allowed me to gain knowledge and experience to address any presenting concerns you may have. In my practice, I will guide, nurture, and work together with you on your concerns. I will work with you using a solution-based approach based upon your own individual situation. I am here to help you transform your life through awareness, support, and insight. You are not in this alone, I am here to help you!
I have been a social worker for over 23 years and have worked in a number of different settings, which allowed me to gain knowledge and experience to address any presenting concerns you may have. In my practice, I will guide, nurture, and work together with you on your concerns. I will work with you using a solution-based approach based upon your own individual situation. I am here to help you transform your life through awareness, support, and insight. You are not in this alone, I am here to help you!
With nearly 20 years of experience and extensive education and training, I will leverage my expertise to help you along in your healing journey. You will be able to overcome life obstacles, better manage adversity, and reach new heights of resilience and strength. We will achieve this by thoughtful integration of evidence-based practices into our work, tailored at being a catalyst for you to taking action. Let’s work together and focus on clarifying your past, attuning to your present, and planning for the future!
With nearly 20 years of experience and extensive education and training, I will leverage my expertise to help you along in your healing journey. You will be able to overcome life obstacles, better manage adversity, and reach new heights of resilience and strength. We will achieve this by thoughtful integration of evidence-based practices into our work, tailored at being a catalyst for you to taking action. Let’s work together and focus on clarifying your past, attuning to your present, and planning for the future!
My ideal clients are interested in improving their self awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I treat any of the following issues: depression, anxiety, anger, substance abuse, relationship issues, sexual behaviors, trauma, domestic violence, low self-esteem, eating disorders, attention deficit difficulties, autism, schizophrenia, stress management, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, child behavior and attitude problems, school behavior, low motivation, weight loss, quitting smoking, grief and loss of a loved one, divorce, parenting issues, co-dependency, pain management, social skills development, bi-polar disorder, abusive family situations, work problems, shame/inappropriate guilt, and negative thinking but treat many more issues.
My ideal clients are interested in improving their self awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I treat any of the following issues: depression, anxiety, anger, substance abuse, relationship issues, sexual behaviors, trauma, domestic violence, low self-esteem, eating disorders, attention deficit difficulties, autism, schizophrenia, stress management, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, child behavior and attitude problems, school behavior, low motivation, weight loss, quitting smoking, grief and loss of a loved one, divorce, parenting issues, co-dependency, pain management, social skills development, bi-polar disorder, abusive family situations, work problems, shame/inappropriate guilt, and negative thinking but treat many more issues.
I have 15+ years experience working with clients with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, as well as those having difficulty dealing with a high level of stress in their life. I like to help clients problem-solve and navigate their way through life’s challenges, that often seem overwhelming. Relationship issues, and family dynamic issues, including dealing with family substance abuse are among the issues I can help you work through. I can support you in areas such as chronic illness, grief and loss, and loneliness. I also have experience with single parent issues, and those managing a divorce or other major life transition.
I have 15+ years experience working with clients with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, as well as those having difficulty dealing with a high level of stress in their life. I like to help clients problem-solve and navigate their way through life’s challenges, that often seem overwhelming. Relationship issues, and family dynamic issues, including dealing with family substance abuse are among the issues I can help you work through. I can support you in areas such as chronic illness, grief and loss, and loneliness. I also have experience with single parent issues, and those managing a divorce or other major life transition.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with focused training in health psychology and a specialty in eating disorder treatment. I believe in providing personalized care that is informed by research-based treatments, and in providing concrete skills while increasing insight. Those who have worked with or alongside me know that humor and play are central to who I am as a person, and is respectfully present in the work that I do with my clients.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with focused training in health psychology and a specialty in eating disorder treatment. I believe in providing personalized care that is informed by research-based treatments, and in providing concrete skills while increasing insight. Those who have worked with or alongside me know that humor and play are central to who I am as a person, and is respectfully present in the work that I do with my clients.
With more than 20 yrs. professional experience as a licensed psychotherapist, I have a genuine passion to help others & am committed to each client I serve. I have the willingness & capacity to listen closely to what is & isn't spoken with great empathy & compassion, while recognizing & appreciating the therapeutic pacing & timing of each individuals' process. I meet each client exactly where they are in their emotional, psychological & spiritual development & assist them in navigating through their own life challenges without judgement or criticism. I utilize therapeutic model(s) appropriate & effective that facilitate self awareness, understanding , & healing while inspiring hope.
With more than 20 yrs. professional experience as a licensed psychotherapist, I have a genuine passion to help others & am committed to each client I serve. I have the willingness & capacity to listen closely to what is & isn't spoken with great empathy & compassion, while recognizing & appreciating the therapeutic pacing & timing of each individuals' process. I meet each client exactly where they are in their emotional, psychological & spiritual development & assist them in navigating through their own life challenges without judgement or criticism. I utilize therapeutic model(s) appropriate & effective that facilitate self awareness, understanding , & healing while inspiring hope.
Heather Carcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01605 (Online Only)
Currently on a waitlist. Feeling kind of blah? Are you experiencing a life transition due to grief, illness, caregiving, partner separation, parenthood, college or work? If you’re feeling exhausted, foggy, forgetful, sad, anxious, disconnected, indecisive and “stuck”, you are experiencing some of the most common and difficult symptoms associated with adjustment. Imagine feeling more energized, relieved, small sparks of excitement. Feeling more connected to yourself and what/who is important. Small steps to rewiring your thoughts and how we approach situations can create lasting change.
Currently on a waitlist. Feeling kind of blah? Are you experiencing a life transition due to grief, illness, caregiving, partner separation, parenthood, college or work? If you’re feeling exhausted, foggy, forgetful, sad, anxious, disconnected, indecisive and “stuck”, you are experiencing some of the most common and difficult symptoms associated with adjustment. Imagine feeling more energized, relieved, small sparks of excitement. Feeling more connected to yourself and what/who is important. Small steps to rewiring your thoughts and how we approach situations can create lasting change.
Therapy is a time to appreciate and develop patterns that are healthy and fulfilling, instead of just focusing on what's going wrong. I work towards establishing a trusting relationship where together we can collaboratively create goals that address your needs. We work together to address symptoms in a way that sustains long term change. I integrate tailored treatment to you so that you do not experience a “cookie cutter” approach.
Therapy is a time to appreciate and develop patterns that are healthy and fulfilling, instead of just focusing on what's going wrong. I work towards establishing a trusting relationship where together we can collaboratively create goals that address your needs. We work together to address symptoms in a way that sustains long term change. I integrate tailored treatment to you so that you do not experience a “cookie cutter” approach.
Synergy Wellness Center supports the emotional, physical, and spiritual health of wellness seekers, with a distinct focus on caregiver support. Whether you are caring for loved ones, or are a caregiver by profession, Synergy's seasoned team of mental health clinicians offer an eclectic array of clinical approaches to address anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and many other areas. Areas of expertise include DBT, DBT, Expressive Arts Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and more. Our team serves adults, youth, couples, and families. We look forward to serving you at our Hudson and Bolton locations and via telehealth.
Synergy Wellness Center supports the emotional, physical, and spiritual health of wellness seekers, with a distinct focus on caregiver support. Whether you are caring for loved ones, or are a caregiver by profession, Synergy's seasoned team of mental health clinicians offer an eclectic array of clinical approaches to address anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and many other areas. Areas of expertise include DBT, DBT, Expressive Arts Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and more. Our team serves adults, youth, couples, and families. We look forward to serving you at our Hudson and Bolton locations and via telehealth.
Sometimes we know we need to make a change and it takes us a while to be ready for it. Sometimes things happen in our lives that require us to get immediate support. Whether it's needing a compassionate ear to listen to us, some new coping strategies to deal with ongoing stressors, or guidance on even where to start, we can all benefit from counseling. I am prepared to guide you through this process and work on your goals, whether long term or immediate.
Sometimes we know we need to make a change and it takes us a while to be ready for it. Sometimes things happen in our lives that require us to get immediate support. Whether it's needing a compassionate ear to listen to us, some new coping strategies to deal with ongoing stressors, or guidance on even where to start, we can all benefit from counseling. I am prepared to guide you through this process and work on your goals, whether long term or immediate.
Amy Moran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lunenburg, MA 01462 (Online Only)
I serve children, adolescents, young adults, adults, couples, and families in the following areas: Teen Issues, Peer Pressure, Self Esteem, Parent/Child or Family Issues, Self-Harming Behaviors , Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Physical, Sexual, Emotional Abuse, Dual Diagnoses, Stress Management, Anger Management, and Adjustment Disorders.
I serve children, adolescents, young adults, adults, couples, and families in the following areas: Teen Issues, Peer Pressure, Self Esteem, Parent/Child or Family Issues, Self-Harming Behaviors , Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Physical, Sexual, Emotional Abuse, Dual Diagnoses, Stress Management, Anger Management, and Adjustment Disorders.
I am a clinical therapist licensed in Massachusetts for 29 years as a clinical psychotherapist. I provide telehealth and in person therapy. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including Trauma, Anxiety. Addiction, developmental disability, Autism, Depression, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, Parenting skills, OCD, Brain Injury, Children and Adolescents Therapy, Behavioral Management, Substance abuse, Dysmorphia and couple's therapy. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
I am a clinical therapist licensed in Massachusetts for 29 years as a clinical psychotherapist. I provide telehealth and in person therapy. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including Trauma, Anxiety. Addiction, developmental disability, Autism, Depression, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, Parenting skills, OCD, Brain Injury, Children and Adolescents Therapy, Behavioral Management, Substance abuse, Dysmorphia and couple's therapy. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker who has had the joy and honor of helping others for the last ten years. My lived experiences as a woman of color, a former foster child, and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community allows me to connect with others on topics of gender, sexuality, race, intersectionality and more as it relates to everyday life and its challenges. My focus is on helping persons experiencing depression, anxiety, and adjustment to life stressors while working on improving communication skills, building boundaries, and strengthening relationships.
I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker who has had the joy and honor of helping others for the last ten years. My lived experiences as a woman of color, a former foster child, and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community allows me to connect with others on topics of gender, sexuality, race, intersectionality and more as it relates to everyday life and its challenges. My focus is on helping persons experiencing depression, anxiety, and adjustment to life stressors while working on improving communication skills, building boundaries, and strengthening relationships.
Acknowledging you deserve to be happier and healthier in your life is the first step. Taking that first step in seeking help requires courage. My cognitive behavioral approach and techniques will create change and progress toward a more productive fulfilling life. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps individuals identify their distressing thoughts and evaluates how realistic your thoughts are.
Acknowledging you deserve to be happier and healthier in your life is the first step. Taking that first step in seeking help requires courage. My cognitive behavioral approach and techniques will create change and progress toward a more productive fulfilling life. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps individuals identify their distressing thoughts and evaluates how realistic your thoughts are.
Tracie Goodness
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rutland, MA 01543 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Have you had something traumatic happen in your past, and you don’t know why it’s all coming up right now? Do you ever feel like everyone else got a manual for life, and everything seems so much harder for you? Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with a serious illness (e.g., cancer), and you’re feeling completely overwhelmed? Have you lost a loved one, and you’re feeling stuck in your grief, like you just can’t move forward? (And maybe a part of you doesn’t want to?) Do you toss and turn at night, and you wake up feeling tired and groggy? Do you have chronic pain that gets in the way of your day-to-day activities?
Have you had something traumatic happen in your past, and you don’t know why it’s all coming up right now? Do you ever feel like everyone else got a manual for life, and everything seems so much harder for you? Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with a serious illness (e.g., cancer), and you’re feeling completely overwhelmed? Have you lost a loved one, and you’re feeling stuck in your grief, like you just can’t move forward? (And maybe a part of you doesn’t want to?) Do you toss and turn at night, and you wake up feeling tired and groggy? Do you have chronic pain that gets in the way of your day-to-day activities?
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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.