Cancer Therapists in Spring Lake, NJ
Hello, my name is Nicole. If you are navigating challenging life transitions, family conflict, grief or loss, relationship difficulties, negative self-talk, or anxiety, please know you are not alone. Many individuals seek therapy when they feel overwhelmed or out of balance. My goal as your therapist is to help reduce stress while supporting you in creating a life that feels meaningful, balanced, and fulfilling. I strive to provide a safe, supportive environment where healing and personal growth can take place.
Hello, my name is Nicole. If you are navigating challenging life transitions, family conflict, grief or loss, relationship difficulties, negative self-talk, or anxiety, please know you are not alone. Many individuals seek therapy when they feel overwhelmed or out of balance. My goal as your therapist is to help reduce stress while supporting you in creating a life that feels meaningful, balanced, and fulfilling. I strive to provide a safe, supportive environment where healing and personal growth can take place.
I greet you with enormous respect for having the courage to ask for help. I use humor, enthusiasm and... even some occasional profanity when embracing the complexities of real-life with you. As a dually licensed therapist, I am qualified to treat most issues- mental health and alcohol/drug addiction. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents suffering anxiety/depression, addiction, life-transition issues, grief/loss, career related problems, gay/lesbian population, divorce & family related issues.
I greet you with enormous respect for having the courage to ask for help. I use humor, enthusiasm and... even some occasional profanity when embracing the complexities of real-life with you. As a dually licensed therapist, I am qualified to treat most issues- mental health and alcohol/drug addiction. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents suffering anxiety/depression, addiction, life-transition issues, grief/loss, career related problems, gay/lesbian population, divorce & family related issues.
As you embrace this moment and seek connection, the opportunity exists for a new experience to bring you closer to the life you are wanting to live. The good news is we are continuously provided opportunities for growth! Gentle guidance and skill builiding will invite harmony to areas asking for attention. The willingness to move towards more balanced emotional, mental, physical and spiritual health is a reason to be encouraged and optimistic!
As you embrace this moment and seek connection, the opportunity exists for a new experience to bring you closer to the life you are wanting to live. The good news is we are continuously provided opportunities for growth! Gentle guidance and skill builiding will invite harmony to areas asking for attention. The willingness to move towards more balanced emotional, mental, physical and spiritual health is a reason to be encouraged and optimistic!
“Strength doesn’t come from what you can do, it comes from overcoming the things you thought you couldn’t do”. Reaching out for therapy is the definition of strength. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Masters degree from Monmouth University. I have 16 years experience working intensively alongside a psychiatrist in an outpatient mental health setting prior to starting my own private practice in 2020. This experience was extremely valuable in sharpening my diagnostic skills and treatment planning abilities with clients. I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples as well as other relationship conflict issues.
“Strength doesn’t come from what you can do, it comes from overcoming the things you thought you couldn’t do”. Reaching out for therapy is the definition of strength. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Masters degree from Monmouth University. I have 16 years experience working intensively alongside a psychiatrist in an outpatient mental health setting prior to starting my own private practice in 2020. This experience was extremely valuable in sharpening my diagnostic skills and treatment planning abilities with clients. I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples as well as other relationship conflict issues.
I am a TEP, ACS, LPC, NCC and an Approved Clinical Supervisor. I am the owner of The Spring Lake Heights Counseling Center and the International Institute for Souldrama. I have been practicing individual, marital, family and group psychotherapy for adults and children for over 30 years. I am a trainer, educator, and practitioner of group psychotherapy and psychodrama and am renowned in my field as an innovator, author, and teacher. I offer supervision for mental health professionals and training in action methods as well as a two year training program in Souldrama. I specialize in groups, relationships, training and supervision.
I am a TEP, ACS, LPC, NCC and an Approved Clinical Supervisor. I am the owner of The Spring Lake Heights Counseling Center and the International Institute for Souldrama. I have been practicing individual, marital, family and group psychotherapy for adults and children for over 30 years. I am a trainer, educator, and practitioner of group psychotherapy and psychodrama and am renowned in my field as an innovator, author, and teacher. I offer supervision for mental health professionals and training in action methods as well as a two year training program in Souldrama. I specialize in groups, relationships, training and supervision.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, yoga instructor, Reiki Master, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, former college professor, public educator, and co-author of the book, The Elevation Principles. I have over 20 years of clinical experience in treating adolescents, adults, athletes, military, law enforcement, legal, and medical professionals in private practice and in academic settings. I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness techniques for most situations, but other treatment methods may be infused. I believe in treating patients using a wholistic approach to wellness, using a mind and body connection.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, yoga instructor, Reiki Master, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, former college professor, public educator, and co-author of the book, The Elevation Principles. I have over 20 years of clinical experience in treating adolescents, adults, athletes, military, law enforcement, legal, and medical professionals in private practice and in academic settings. I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness techniques for most situations, but other treatment methods may be infused. I believe in treating patients using a wholistic approach to wellness, using a mind and body connection.
Navigating the complexities of caregiving and aging can be overwhelming, often leading to emotional and physical strain. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience in healthcare, I provide compassionate support and practical guidance for individuals and families facing these challenges. I specialize in helping those coping with chronic or terminal illness, supporting caregivers of elderly loved ones, and addressing the family conflicts that can arise during these difficult times. My approach focuses on understanding, empathy, and empowering you to find balance, healing, and peace amidst life’s transitions
Navigating the complexities of caregiving and aging can be overwhelming, often leading to emotional and physical strain. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience in healthcare, I provide compassionate support and practical guidance for individuals and families facing these challenges. I specialize in helping those coping with chronic or terminal illness, supporting caregivers of elderly loved ones, and addressing the family conflicts that can arise during these difficult times. My approach focuses on understanding, empathy, and empowering you to find balance, healing, and peace amidst life’s transitions
Dr. Tara Chalakani
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD , LPC, ACS, NCC, RN
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Dr. Tara is passionate about her work. To help people grow, heal, and overcome obstacles is her focus. Her expansive knowledge makes her a well-known expert in her field. She believes that her clients possess the capacity to heal, but they need the right environment to foster their true potential. She is holistic and views each person as an individual. Dr. Tara has extensive experience and is well versed in several counseling modalities, coaching, and understands that each person's needs are unique.
Dr. Tara is passionate about her work. To help people grow, heal, and overcome obstacles is her focus. Her expansive knowledge makes her a well-known expert in her field. She believes that her clients possess the capacity to heal, but they need the right environment to foster their true potential. She is holistic and views each person as an individual. Dr. Tara has extensive experience and is well versed in several counseling modalities, coaching, and understands that each person's needs are unique.
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If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of a space to process life’s challenges, you’re not alone. With over 20 years of experience, I offer a warm, person-centered approach to therapy designed to support adults through anxiety, depression, life transitions, women’s issues (fertility and postpartum issues), career struggles, caregiver stress, grief and loss and end-of-life.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of a space to process life’s challenges, you’re not alone. With over 20 years of experience, I offer a warm, person-centered approach to therapy designed to support adults through anxiety, depression, life transitions, women’s issues (fertility and postpartum issues), career struggles, caregiver stress, grief and loss and end-of-life.
I am a cancer survivor, who has navigated from first diagnosis through active treatment to survivorship.
Life has challenging seasons. Whether juggling work and school to graduate with a college degree, parenting a child with unique needs, or facing a serious illness, it can bring overwhelming emotions, uncertainty, and burnout. You may be holding it together for everyone else while quietly struggling with anxiety, grief, frustration, or isolation. Therapy offers a compassionate, confidential space to process what you are carrying, develop healthy coping strategies, and reconnect with your strength. Whatever season you are navigating, you are worthy of feeling seen, supported, and understood.
I am a cancer survivor, who has navigated from first diagnosis through active treatment to survivorship.
Life has challenging seasons. Whether juggling work and school to graduate with a college degree, parenting a child with unique needs, or facing a serious illness, it can bring overwhelming emotions, uncertainty, and burnout. You may be holding it together for everyone else while quietly struggling with anxiety, grief, frustration, or isolation. Therapy offers a compassionate, confidential space to process what you are carrying, develop healthy coping strategies, and reconnect with your strength. Whatever season you are navigating, you are worthy of feeling seen, supported, and understood.
I work with cancer patients, survivors and caregivers.
I am a certified Death Doula and trained in Hospice work. I provide therapy for cancer patients and their families and lead support groups for cancer survivors. I have experience working full-time in a college campus counseling center and work closely with a number of student-athletes.
I work with cancer patients, survivors and caregivers.
I am a certified Death Doula and trained in Hospice work. I provide therapy for cancer patients and their families and lead support groups for cancer survivors. I have experience working full-time in a college campus counseling center and work closely with a number of student-athletes.
I specialize in self-harm and suicidal behaviors, trauma, mood disorders, chronic pain, and oncological ( cancer) services.
I specialize in providing care for teens and women who want to navigate life transitions well. I provide support for women who want to release shame and blame, process their traumas, and live from a healed nervous system. I also support teens who want to navigate the teen years with healthy skills. Let's work together to create a toolbox of coping skills that will help you navigate any life transition well. I'll help you redefine yourself, build an identity that is based on your identified goals, and relinquish that feeling of being stuck and overwhelmed because you are operating outside of your boundaries.
I specialize in self-harm and suicidal behaviors, trauma, mood disorders, chronic pain, and oncological ( cancer) services.
I specialize in providing care for teens and women who want to navigate life transitions well. I provide support for women who want to release shame and blame, process their traumas, and live from a healed nervous system. I also support teens who want to navigate the teen years with healthy skills. Let's work together to create a toolbox of coping skills that will help you navigate any life transition well. I'll help you redefine yourself, build an identity that is based on your identified goals, and relinquish that feeling of being stuck and overwhelmed because you are operating outside of your boundaries.
I specialize in supporting people navigating cancer, healing from trauma, or anyone who feels quietly depleted by the pace, pressure, and sheer absurdity of modern life.
In each case, you're likely carrying thoughts you'd never say out loud. My job is to offer a warm, honest space where you can finally say them—no judgment, no pressure to be "fine."
In our first few sessions, we'll get to know each other, see if we're a good fit, and collaborate on goals that actually matter to you.
I specialize in supporting people navigating cancer, healing from trauma, or anyone who feels quietly depleted by the pace, pressure, and sheer absurdity of modern life.
In each case, you're likely carrying thoughts you'd never say out loud. My job is to offer a warm, honest space where you can finally say them—no judgment, no pressure to be "fine."
In our first few sessions, we'll get to know each other, see if we're a good fit, and collaborate on goals that actually matter to you.
My name is Maggie Bauer, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I received my Bachelor’s from Seton Hall University and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. I had the honor of earning my clinical experience working with adults of all ages in the inpatient hospital and adults using Telehealth and in-office settings. I work with adults with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and anger, as well as grief due to changes in life, such as divorce and the death of a loved one.
My name is Maggie Bauer, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I received my Bachelor’s from Seton Hall University and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. I had the honor of earning my clinical experience working with adults of all ages in the inpatient hospital and adults using Telehealth and in-office settings. I work with adults with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and anger, as well as grief due to changes in life, such as divorce and the death of a loved one.
I specialize working with clients who have experienced a traumatic response and are having issues coping from the experience and have a desire to get clarity for what they went through because they feel an injustice was caused to them.
I specialize working with clients who have experienced a traumatic response and are having issues coping from the experience and have a desire to get clarity for what they went through because they feel an injustice was caused to them.
I focus on how I can help you achieve more in your life & career. My clients often identify the following problems: * Work stress * Feeling like a fraud at work * Frustration caused by relationship problems @ home or work * Depression which is hard to overcome * Compulsive, addictive behaviors that are causing health problems * Anxiety, panic attacks * Anger issues which are interfering with family & work relationships * Physical pain that is intensified by an inability to cope.
I focus on how I can help you achieve more in your life & career. My clients often identify the following problems: * Work stress * Feeling like a fraud at work * Frustration caused by relationship problems @ home or work * Depression which is hard to overcome * Compulsive, addictive behaviors that are causing health problems * Anxiety, panic attacks * Anger issues which are interfering with family & work relationships * Physical pain that is intensified by an inability to cope.
In these turbulent times", people are experiencing a lack of meaning in their lives. Sometimes feeling adrift is a mask for anxiety/depression. How would it be if you could negotiate your relationships, work problems, and overall life issues free of these burdensome symptoms that often impede happiness and success, and have a devastating effect on physical health? As a trained clinical psychologist, I can be instrumental in helping you to rid your life of these obstacles.
In these turbulent times", people are experiencing a lack of meaning in their lives. Sometimes feeling adrift is a mask for anxiety/depression. How would it be if you could negotiate your relationships, work problems, and overall life issues free of these burdensome symptoms that often impede happiness and success, and have a devastating effect on physical health? As a trained clinical psychologist, I can be instrumental in helping you to rid your life of these obstacles.
Empathetic and sympathetic by nature, I believe in helping all individuals I work with find the best versions of themselves while healing generational trauma and the inner child within. I meet you at the age, stage, and developmental level that you are utilizing eclectic approaches enriched with a holistic healing style. I specialize in working with those who are neurodivergent( ADHD and ASD), LGBTIA+ individuals, women with Postpartum symptoms, Anxiety, Depression, and all those who have any trauma background. Let me help you in your journey to become the person you have always wanted to be
Empathetic and sympathetic by nature, I believe in helping all individuals I work with find the best versions of themselves while healing generational trauma and the inner child within. I meet you at the age, stage, and developmental level that you are utilizing eclectic approaches enriched with a holistic healing style. I specialize in working with those who are neurodivergent( ADHD and ASD), LGBTIA+ individuals, women with Postpartum symptoms, Anxiety, Depression, and all those who have any trauma background. Let me help you in your journey to become the person you have always wanted to be
Do you work in the healthcare field? Are you a first responder, nurse, doctor, or other healthcare provider? Is life out of balance lately? Do you feel stuck, fatigued, burned out, and can't figure out what to do next? My goal is to help you reach your goals, so I work with you in a way that feels right for you throughout your counseling journey to help you live a more balanced life, feel more energetic and happy, and have more fulfilling relationships.
Do you work in the healthcare field? Are you a first responder, nurse, doctor, or other healthcare provider? Is life out of balance lately? Do you feel stuck, fatigued, burned out, and can't figure out what to do next? My goal is to help you reach your goals, so I work with you in a way that feels right for you throughout your counseling journey to help you live a more balanced life, feel more energetic and happy, and have more fulfilling relationships.
The Princeton Center for MindBody Healing prioritizes holistic healing and walking with you to grow your best self: mind, body and soul. Our clinicians work on a wide range of issues with a wide range of therapeutic techniques, self-care tools and clinical styles. We offer traditional and non-traditional outpatient services for individuals, couples, and families of all forms and fashions including office and nature sessions, walking sessions, video, text and telephone. We believe in affirming & celebrating all people for who you truly are.
The Princeton Center for MindBody Healing prioritizes holistic healing and walking with you to grow your best self: mind, body and soul. Our clinicians work on a wide range of issues with a wide range of therapeutic techniques, self-care tools and clinical styles. We offer traditional and non-traditional outpatient services for individuals, couples, and families of all forms and fashions including office and nature sessions, walking sessions, video, text and telephone. We believe in affirming & celebrating all people for who you truly are.
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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.