Cancer Therapists in Saint Louis, MO
I develop CD's customized for the individual to help clients cope with uniquely personal challenges such as cancer, surgery, anxiety, developing relaxation skills, and mindfulness practice.
Feeling confused, depressed or overwhelmed? I can help. Talking with someone who listens without judging, understands your concerns and helps you clarify issues can be invaluable. I provide a warm, compassionate, accepting environment where you can safely explore personal issues and conflicts. Together we will work to create a greater sense of peace, balance and fulfillment within your life. I work with teens, adults and couples seeking help with issues such as grief or loss, cancer support, relationship issues, depression, anxiety and stress. I often incorporate meditation, mindfulness and imagery techniques along with more traditional approaches if clients desire.
I develop CD's customized for the individual to help clients cope with uniquely personal challenges such as cancer, surgery, anxiety, developing relaxation skills, and mindfulness practice.
Feeling confused, depressed or overwhelmed? I can help. Talking with someone who listens without judging, understands your concerns and helps you clarify issues can be invaluable. I provide a warm, compassionate, accepting environment where you can safely explore personal issues and conflicts. Together we will work to create a greater sense of peace, balance and fulfillment within your life. I work with teens, adults and couples seeking help with issues such as grief or loss, cancer support, relationship issues, depression, anxiety and stress. I often incorporate meditation, mindfulness and imagery techniques along with more traditional approaches if clients desire.
My focus is also on helping patients and their families who are impacted by a chronic illness such as cancer, cardiac conditions, diabetes, and dementia.
Sometimes, even when we know that something is wrong, we still need guidance in order to disentangle the problems that cause us suffering. Every problem has a solution and every difficult period can have a peaceful resolution. My therapeutic approach primarily stems from Family Systems Theory. I focus on emotional independence through individuation and help individuals, couples and families gain additional growth, strengths, and insights into their lives. I work on reducing negative communication patterns and installing love as an attachment bond.
My focus is also on helping patients and their families who are impacted by a chronic illness such as cancer, cardiac conditions, diabetes, and dementia.
Sometimes, even when we know that something is wrong, we still need guidance in order to disentangle the problems that cause us suffering. Every problem has a solution and every difficult period can have a peaceful resolution. My therapeutic approach primarily stems from Family Systems Theory. I focus on emotional independence through individuation and help individuals, couples and families gain additional growth, strengths, and insights into their lives. I work on reducing negative communication patterns and installing love as an attachment bond.
Chris Scarberry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63109
Main specialty areas: Chronic Illnesses including HIV/AIDS and cancer, Gender Dysphoria, couples therapy, depression, grief, substance abuse, anxiety/trauma, sleep hygiene.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 24 years of experience working both as a therapist with individuals and couples and doing community-based crisis intervention. I help clients to maximize their potential by focusing upon their strengths and past successes. I believe that therapy is a cooperative endeavor to help the client in discovering his/her/their own abilities and coping strategies. I throughly enjoy to support clients through trying situations and to help them to process grief. I speak at conferences on HIV/AIDS, work with LGBTQIA+ clients, and other topics. I served on the HIV service funding Planning Council.
Main specialty areas: Chronic Illnesses including HIV/AIDS and cancer, Gender Dysphoria, couples therapy, depression, grief, substance abuse, anxiety/trauma, sleep hygiene.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 24 years of experience working both as a therapist with individuals and couples and doing community-based crisis intervention. I help clients to maximize their potential by focusing upon their strengths and past successes. I believe that therapy is a cooperative endeavor to help the client in discovering his/her/their own abilities and coping strategies. I throughly enjoy to support clients through trying situations and to help them to process grief. I speak at conferences on HIV/AIDS, work with LGBTQIA+ clients, and other topics. I served on the HIV service funding Planning Council.
Tracie Sandheinrich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MT-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been a Board Certified Music Therapist for 16 years. In therapy, it's important to create a safe space for expression through empathy and genuineness. Life can be hectic, and we are often faced with unexpected challenges, but there is hope. My creative arts background has led me to support clients in various populations facing the challenges and stresses of chronic illnesses/life-altering medical conditions, geriatrics/memory care, palliative/hospice, trauma, complex grief/sudden loss/bereavement, cancer/late effects, and female survivors of sexual assault/intimate partner violence.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been a Board Certified Music Therapist for 16 years. In therapy, it's important to create a safe space for expression through empathy and genuineness. Life can be hectic, and we are often faced with unexpected challenges, but there is hope. My creative arts background has led me to support clients in various populations facing the challenges and stresses of chronic illnesses/life-altering medical conditions, geriatrics/memory care, palliative/hospice, trauma, complex grief/sudden loss/bereavement, cancer/late effects, and female survivors of sexual assault/intimate partner violence.
Lisa Mottola Ernst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63127
I have over 20 years of experience working with those navigating the challenges of life to include: cancer, chronic illness of child or adult, grief, loss, suicide, and divorce.
My goal is meet you in your struggle. Whether it’s grief, anxiety, loss, life transitions or relationship issues, we can work to navigate these difficult times together. The path can be windy often giving us unexpected challenges with little warning or preparation. Your thoughts, feelings, fears and hopes can be shared aloud in a safe space.
I have over 20 years of experience working with those navigating the challenges of life to include: cancer, chronic illness of child or adult, grief, loss, suicide, and divorce.
My goal is meet you in your struggle. Whether it’s grief, anxiety, loss, life transitions or relationship issues, we can work to navigate these difficult times together. The path can be windy often giving us unexpected challenges with little warning or preparation. Your thoughts, feelings, fears and hopes can be shared aloud in a safe space.
I am licensed in Missouri with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I also have experience in helping clients through life changes due to cancer and other medical issues through my work as a medical social worker. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process
I am licensed in Missouri with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I also have experience in helping clients through life changes due to cancer and other medical issues through my work as a medical social worker. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process
Ashley Burk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63112
Waitlist for new clients
Hey there! Facing life's challenges can feel overwhelming, and it's normal to not have all the answers. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, struggles in your relationships, changes in your health, or simply feeling stuck, I understand the emotional rollercoaster you might be experiencing. My goal is to provide you with tools and insights that enable you to live a more satisfying life. In our work together we can focus on trauma recovery, empowerment, building healthy relationships, or exploring new possibilities for growth.
Hey there! Facing life's challenges can feel overwhelming, and it's normal to not have all the answers. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, struggles in your relationships, changes in your health, or simply feeling stuck, I understand the emotional rollercoaster you might be experiencing. My goal is to provide you with tools and insights that enable you to live a more satisfying life. In our work together we can focus on trauma recovery, empowerment, building healthy relationships, or exploring new possibilities for growth.
Joan Sievert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63127
Often life events and personal stress can lead us to a point of pain, feeling that we have no control over the course of our lives or meaningful ways to cope. I would love to assist you with identifying personal strengths that will increase your ability to negotiate difficult emotions, stressors and life events. I will encourage you to grow, develop resilience and explore new ways of experiencing the world with a curious, thoughtful mindset. This curiosity leads to an increasing awareness of yourself, your needs and solutions for challenging issues.
Often life events and personal stress can lead us to a point of pain, feeling that we have no control over the course of our lives or meaningful ways to cope. I would love to assist you with identifying personal strengths that will increase your ability to negotiate difficult emotions, stressors and life events. I will encourage you to grow, develop resilience and explore new ways of experiencing the world with a curious, thoughtful mindset. This curiosity leads to an increasing awareness of yourself, your needs and solutions for challenging issues.
Dr. Sylvia is a licensed psychologist with 26 years of experience helping children, teens, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and adjustment to life events. Her approach is flexible and individualized to match the unique needs of each client. She uses evidence-based techniques to help clients build problem-solving and coping skills that capitalize on personal strengths. She especially enjoys helping clients to adjust to life transitions and to develop healthy strategies for managing stressors while increasing life satisfaction. She offers parent consultation for improving parent-child relationships.
Dr. Sylvia is a licensed psychologist with 26 years of experience helping children, teens, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and adjustment to life events. Her approach is flexible and individualized to match the unique needs of each client. She uses evidence-based techniques to help clients build problem-solving and coping skills that capitalize on personal strengths. She especially enjoys helping clients to adjust to life transitions and to develop healthy strategies for managing stressors while increasing life satisfaction. She offers parent consultation for improving parent-child relationships.
My ideal client is an individual interested in a professional that can assist them in being better, having healthy relationships, and developing skills that can enhance their life and those they encounter. We all have problems and I can help clients learn the skills to overcome any issue and have a healthier mind and life!
My ideal client is an individual interested in a professional that can assist them in being better, having healthy relationships, and developing skills that can enhance their life and those they encounter. We all have problems and I can help clients learn the skills to overcome any issue and have a healthier mind and life!
Dana Boyland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63132
JOIN my waiting list! - As an older adult you know life has a way of throwing curve balls in way of circumstances that make you anxious and weigh you down emotionally. Do you have a new medical diagnosis? A life-limiting disease or illness? Have physical challenges affected your most important relationships? Did retirement not turn out the way you'd expected? Are you experiencing loss of independence, even loss of control if others are making decisions for you? You may be thinking, “This is unfair, life was not supposed to turn out this way.”
JOIN my waiting list! - As an older adult you know life has a way of throwing curve balls in way of circumstances that make you anxious and weigh you down emotionally. Do you have a new medical diagnosis? A life-limiting disease or illness? Have physical challenges affected your most important relationships? Did retirement not turn out the way you'd expected? Are you experiencing loss of independence, even loss of control if others are making decisions for you? You may be thinking, “This is unfair, life was not supposed to turn out this way.”
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I have worked with many individuals, and couples over the past 37 years to help navigate the "ups and downs" of life and relationships. I work with couples who want to improve communication skills, conflict resolution, parenting, recovery from addiction or infidelity, and more. I work with individuals who want to improve self esteem, reduce negative self talk, improve work/career and love and life choices. I began my career in the substance abuse field. I find it an honor to journey with someone as they seek personal growth, healing in relationships and peace with their life choices.
I have worked with many individuals, and couples over the past 37 years to help navigate the "ups and downs" of life and relationships. I work with couples who want to improve communication skills, conflict resolution, parenting, recovery from addiction or infidelity, and more. I work with individuals who want to improve self esteem, reduce negative self talk, improve work/career and love and life choices. I began my career in the substance abuse field. I find it an honor to journey with someone as they seek personal growth, healing in relationships and peace with their life choices.
First Choice Counseling Professional Corporation
Counselor, PhD CES, ThD PSY, MAC, MA, LPCCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63102
I hold two doctorates and will soon complete a third, one in psychology and a master's degree in clinical mental health care and professional counseling, making me a highly qualified professional counselor, clinician, and therapist. Additionally, I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). My expertise lies in providing talk therapy to individuals of all ages, including adolescents, adults, seniors, families, and groups. To ensure the best outcomes for my clients, I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy as an initial approach. We provide supervision for PLPC.
I hold two doctorates and will soon complete a third, one in psychology and a master's degree in clinical mental health care and professional counseling, making me a highly qualified professional counselor, clinician, and therapist. Additionally, I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). My expertise lies in providing talk therapy to individuals of all ages, including adolescents, adults, seniors, families, and groups. To ensure the best outcomes for my clients, I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy as an initial approach. We provide supervision for PLPC.
Alicia Michelle Collier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Vision: To help individuals, children, teenagers, parents, and families discover other alternatives to unhealthy behaviors. Values: Honesty, Empowerment, and Respect
Vision: To help individuals, children, teenagers, parents, and families discover other alternatives to unhealthy behaviors. Values: Honesty, Empowerment, and Respect
Hannah Campbell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63130
Waitlist for new clients
I'm glad you're here: you have taken a courageous and healing step by seeking support. I provide an integrative, resiliency-focused approach to therapy, pulling from your strengths and values to guide our work and help you regain a sense of mastery, meaning, and connection in your life. My perspective is that we are built to survive and often develop ways of relating which once helped us get by, but may no longer be helpful to a current situation. My goal is to form a safe connection to explore these factors that may contribute to ongoing difficulties, re-process experiences, and ultimately co-create your next chapter.
I'm glad you're here: you have taken a courageous and healing step by seeking support. I provide an integrative, resiliency-focused approach to therapy, pulling from your strengths and values to guide our work and help you regain a sense of mastery, meaning, and connection in your life. My perspective is that we are built to survive and often develop ways of relating which once helped us get by, but may no longer be helpful to a current situation. My goal is to form a safe connection to explore these factors that may contribute to ongoing difficulties, re-process experiences, and ultimately co-create your next chapter.
Hello! I am Karen Johnson, Licensed Professional Counselor. When you decide it is time to work with a therapist, it can be a frightening, daunting process. However, therapeutic healing comes in the context of a compassionate, non-judgmental, highly empathic relationship. I will provide this for you as we explore your inner world together. You do not need to do it alone. My expertise is in helping individuals build and strengthen healthy relationships with self and others. More specifically, I work with women's issues, relational issues, self worth, trauma, depression, and anxiety.
Hello! I am Karen Johnson, Licensed Professional Counselor. When you decide it is time to work with a therapist, it can be a frightening, daunting process. However, therapeutic healing comes in the context of a compassionate, non-judgmental, highly empathic relationship. I will provide this for you as we explore your inner world together. You do not need to do it alone. My expertise is in helping individuals build and strengthen healthy relationships with self and others. More specifically, I work with women's issues, relational issues, self worth, trauma, depression, and anxiety.
McKenna Walsh - Sandhill Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MMFT, PLMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63128
McKenna is a PLMFT who changed careers in mental health after a successful career in technology and innovation. She shifted into a new phase when she realized her true passion: understanding how her brain works. She completed her M.A. at Syracuse University; now in Saint Louis to pursue her PhD at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine. McKenna’s clinical focus is the NeuroTriad model consisting of three core pillars: trauma-informed, neuroscience-based, and resilience-focused, educating and empowering clients with the neuroscience behind human thought and emotion and building skills or resiliency to achieve optimum outcomes
McKenna is a PLMFT who changed careers in mental health after a successful career in technology and innovation. She shifted into a new phase when she realized her true passion: understanding how her brain works. She completed her M.A. at Syracuse University; now in Saint Louis to pursue her PhD at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine. McKenna’s clinical focus is the NeuroTriad model consisting of three core pillars: trauma-informed, neuroscience-based, and resilience-focused, educating and empowering clients with the neuroscience behind human thought and emotion and building skills or resiliency to achieve optimum outcomes
Interested in understanding how past challenges impact life today? Curious about what is getting in the way of your ability to genuinely enjoy a life worth celebrating? We can work together to understand what is happening for you today and open possibilities for your future. Together we identify the best way to address your long or short-term goals.
Interested in understanding how past challenges impact life today? Curious about what is getting in the way of your ability to genuinely enjoy a life worth celebrating? We can work together to understand what is happening for you today and open possibilities for your future. Together we identify the best way to address your long or short-term goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Weighed down by anxiety? Difficulties in relationships or tensions with your children? I can provide you with tools and teach you how to use them, which can help to provide a more satisfying life and to help you become a healthier individual. I am driven by a passion for improving the lives of others and work diligently to provide a custom approach to meet client’s needs. I want to help individuals discover their true identities and God-given gifts, potential, and purposes in life. My approach is to provide empathy and challenge and help clients move toward transformation to make necessary changes.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Weighed down by anxiety? Difficulties in relationships or tensions with your children? I can provide you with tools and teach you how to use them, which can help to provide a more satisfying life and to help you become a healthier individual. I am driven by a passion for improving the lives of others and work diligently to provide a custom approach to meet client’s needs. I want to help individuals discover their true identities and God-given gifts, potential, and purposes in life. My approach is to provide empathy and challenge and help clients move toward transformation to make necessary changes.
I have 20 years of experience helping people of diverse backgrounds to navigate through difficult times in their lives. I listen carefully and work hard to understand how you feel. I have hope that people can overcome depression, calm anxiety, be transformed through grief, and find their peaceful center in the midst of over-stimulation and busyness. I have extensive experience in working with couples, individuals with chronic pain and autoimmune disorders, and PTSD/complex trauma. My goal is to create space for you to explore yourself, your relationship with others, and work towards living a life of greater pleasure and meaning.
I have 20 years of experience helping people of diverse backgrounds to navigate through difficult times in their lives. I listen carefully and work hard to understand how you feel. I have hope that people can overcome depression, calm anxiety, be transformed through grief, and find their peaceful center in the midst of over-stimulation and busyness. I have extensive experience in working with couples, individuals with chronic pain and autoimmune disorders, and PTSD/complex trauma. My goal is to create space for you to explore yourself, your relationship with others, and work towards living a life of greater pleasure and meaning.
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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.