Cancer Therapists in Bexley, OH

Karen Porter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, CWC, LISW-S
2 Endorsed
Bexley, OH 43209
I am passionate about helping teens and adults navigate life’s challenges while recognizing their own strength and capacity for growth. You may be experiencing a major life transition, relationship changes, divorce, grief, trauma, health challenges, parenting struggles, anxiety, or simply feeling unsure of what comes next. Through a wellness-centered, strengths-based approach, we’ll explore what matters most to you, honor your experiences and needs, and identify meaningful ways to move forward with greater confidence, resilience, and trust in yourself.
I am passionate about helping teens and adults navigate life’s challenges while recognizing their own strength and capacity for growth. You may be experiencing a major life transition, relationship changes, divorce, grief, trauma, health challenges, parenting struggles, anxiety, or simply feeling unsure of what comes next. Through a wellness-centered, strengths-based approach, we’ll explore what matters most to you, honor your experiences and needs, and identify meaningful ways to move forward with greater confidence, resilience, and trust in yourself.
(380) 600-9641 View (380) 600-9641
Dana Zager Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, ATR-BC, MSW, LISW-S, OSW-C
Bexley, OH 43209
PRACTICAL AND PERSONALIZED THERAPY FOR ADULTS, ADOLESCENTS, CHILDREN AND FAMILIES NAVIGATING THE EMOTIONAL ASPECTS OF LIFE'S CHALLENGES, INCLUDING LIFE-ALTERING ILLNESSES. Many of Dana Zager's patients come to her struggling with uncomfortable or painful feelings...having trouble dealing with or resolving a problem that just won't go away...finding that they keep repeating the same self-defeating patterns, but can't seem to break the cycle. Sessions focus on emotional needs and awareness, identification of issues and concerns, and development of skills and tools. OTHER SPECIALITIES:
PRACTICAL AND PERSONALIZED THERAPY FOR ADULTS, ADOLESCENTS, CHILDREN AND FAMILIES NAVIGATING THE EMOTIONAL ASPECTS OF LIFE'S CHALLENGES, INCLUDING LIFE-ALTERING ILLNESSES. Many of Dana Zager's patients come to her struggling with uncomfortable or painful feelings...having trouble dealing with or resolving a problem that just won't go away...finding that they keep repeating the same self-defeating patterns, but can't seem to break the cycle. Sessions focus on emotional needs and awareness, identification of issues and concerns, and development of skills and tools. OTHER SPECIALITIES:
(380) 249-2857 View (380) 249-2857
Gestalt Columbus
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Serves Area
We are a group private practice with multiple therapists including EMDR and trauma informed clinicians. We also have a psychiatric nurse practitioner for medication management. We serve individuals, families, parents, couples, and groups. At Gestalt Columbus, we work alongside our clients to treat the whole person - mind and body. We understand the complexity of interpersonal relationships and the difficulty of changing established patterns with partners, family, friends and work associates. Solutions to deep, personal suffering must be rooted in real-life understanding and not just a quick fix or a one-size-fits-all approach.
We are a group private practice with multiple therapists including EMDR and trauma informed clinicians. We also have a psychiatric nurse practitioner for medication management. We serve individuals, families, parents, couples, and groups. At Gestalt Columbus, we work alongside our clients to treat the whole person - mind and body. We understand the complexity of interpersonal relationships and the difficulty of changing established patterns with partners, family, friends and work associates. Solutions to deep, personal suffering must be rooted in real-life understanding and not just a quick fix or a one-size-fits-all approach.
(614) 860-5564 View (614) 860-5564
Tatiana Mitchell
Counselor, LPCC-S
Online Only
You've read the productivity advice and still can't quiet the loop in your head - the checking, the reviewing, the sense that if you just get one more thing right you'll finally feel okay. Maybe you're a parent running on empty, a high-achiever whose body keeps sending signals your calendar overrides, or someone building a life as your full, out, or still-questioning self who is tired of therapy that treats your identity as a footnote. You don't need another list of coping skills. You need someone who treats your mind and body as one connected system.
You've read the productivity advice and still can't quiet the loop in your head - the checking, the reviewing, the sense that if you just get one more thing right you'll finally feel okay. Maybe you're a parent running on empty, a high-achiever whose body keeps sending signals your calendar overrides, or someone building a life as your full, out, or still-questioning self who is tired of therapy that treats your identity as a footnote. You don't need another list of coping skills. You need someone who treats your mind and body as one connected system.
(614) 502-5993 View (614) 502-5993
Adam Wills
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I’m committed to providing my full attention and support in helping people work toward positive changes that align with their own values and goals. I work with adults and adolescents, and I take an eclectic and holistic approach to help with concerns that may include mental health, stress, trauma, grief, addiction, relationships, or adjusting to life changes. This may be a matter of short-term counseling to strengthen coping skills or overcome a specific challenge, or more in-depth therapy to better understand and resolve deeper patterns and issues.
I’m committed to providing my full attention and support in helping people work toward positive changes that align with their own values and goals. I work with adults and adolescents, and I take an eclectic and holistic approach to help with concerns that may include mental health, stress, trauma, grief, addiction, relationships, or adjusting to life changes. This may be a matter of short-term counseling to strengthen coping skills or overcome a specific challenge, or more in-depth therapy to better understand and resolve deeper patterns and issues.
(614) 321-9128 View (614) 321-9128

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Peyton Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Overwhelmed with a cancer diagnosis, stressed, struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, or trauma?
My approach to therapy is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), However, I always strive to meet each client where they are, recognizing that no one therapy model fits all. I am client-centered and firmly believe in the importance of advocating for the whole person, treating not just the symptoms but addressing the underlying factors.
Overwhelmed with a cancer diagnosis, stressed, struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, or trauma?
My approach to therapy is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), However, I always strive to meet each client where they are, recognizing that no one therapy model fits all. I am client-centered and firmly believe in the importance of advocating for the whole person, treating not just the symptoms but addressing the underlying factors.
(380) 233-4407 View (380) 233-4407
Justin Richards
Licensed Professional Counselor, M.S.E., LPC
4 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43212
I see patients of all ages and have experience helping those with grief, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, trauma and its aftermath, life transitions, stress management, goal setting and planning across the life span. I strive to create a warm, empowering and engaging environment. I utilize a variety of evidence-based approaches, including Existentialist framework, Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness techniques, as well as Somatic and neurological based-approaches.
I see patients of all ages and have experience helping those with grief, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, trauma and its aftermath, life transitions, stress management, goal setting and planning across the life span. I strive to create a warm, empowering and engaging environment. I utilize a variety of evidence-based approaches, including Existentialist framework, Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness techniques, as well as Somatic and neurological based-approaches.
(380) 333-6642 View (380) 333-6642
Stephanie Jefferson
Counselor, MEd, LPCC
7 Endorsed
Upper Arlington, OH 43221
Have you recently lost a loved one? Moved away from family or lost a job? Graduated and felt unsure what to do next? Did a relationship end that left you feeling heartbroken? Have you lost motivation to get tasks done and spend time with friends? I can help you process your loss, learn coping skills, understand why you feel the way you feel, and most importantly, adjust to your new normal.
Have you recently lost a loved one? Moved away from family or lost a job? Graduated and felt unsure what to do next? Did a relationship end that left you feeling heartbroken? Have you lost motivation to get tasks done and spend time with friends? I can help you process your loss, learn coping skills, understand why you feel the way you feel, and most importantly, adjust to your new normal.
(614) 666-6822 View (614) 666-6822
Adam Qin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, MSSA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I believe you can change by focusing on what is important to you, and your strengths. My expertise is working with ADHD, Anxiety, Addiction, Depression, Childhood & Adulthood Trauma, Relationship, and Couple’s issues. (Check my website if you're interested in more details of my approach)
I believe you can change by focusing on what is important to you, and your strengths. My expertise is working with ADHD, Anxiety, Addiction, Depression, Childhood & Adulthood Trauma, Relationship, and Couple’s issues. (Check my website if you're interested in more details of my approach)
(216) 868-4841 View (216) 868-4841
Jen McHale
Art Therapist, MS, LPAT, ATR-BC, LICDCCS
1 Endorsed
Worthington, OH 43085
There are times in life when we feel overwhelmed by our emotions. When we’re triggered, it's even more difficult to handle life stressors. Our children, adolescents, and young adults have so much coming at them nowadays...That’s where I come in. I specialize in helping young people develop positive coping skills and strengthen their overall mental health. Our goals often include promoting emotion regulation, decreasing anxious and depressive symptoms, increasing self confidence, and fostering healthy relationships. I do this by expanding their self awareness and develop strategies to navigate life situations.
There are times in life when we feel overwhelmed by our emotions. When we’re triggered, it's even more difficult to handle life stressors. Our children, adolescents, and young adults have so much coming at them nowadays...That’s where I come in. I specialize in helping young people develop positive coping skills and strengthen their overall mental health. Our goals often include promoting emotion regulation, decreasing anxious and depressive symptoms, increasing self confidence, and fostering healthy relationships. I do this by expanding their self awareness and develop strategies to navigate life situations.
(614) 916-8635 View (614) 916-8635
Matlack Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
1 Endorsed
Worthington, OH 43085
Accepting new clients (in person and virtually). I work with individuals who wonder why.. Why have I done all the things and am still not happy. Why do I continue to feel stuck in the same mindset. If you are here in my page then life might suck right now. If it does.. okay, let’s work on a plan to move with life instead of watching it move by you. I work with Millennials/ GenZ and women over 60 who are struggling with symptoms such as trauma and grief/loss. I am trained and use therapies such as (CBT, Complex Trauma, EMDR, Grief Therapy and Spiritually Integrative Psychotherapy). I am a self pay and Medicare Part B provide.
Accepting new clients (in person and virtually). I work with individuals who wonder why.. Why have I done all the things and am still not happy. Why do I continue to feel stuck in the same mindset. If you are here in my page then life might suck right now. If it does.. okay, let’s work on a plan to move with life instead of watching it move by you. I work with Millennials/ GenZ and women over 60 who are struggling with symptoms such as trauma and grief/loss. I am trained and use therapies such as (CBT, Complex Trauma, EMDR, Grief Therapy and Spiritually Integrative Psychotherapy). I am a self pay and Medicare Part B provide.
(614) 642-8127 View (614) 642-8127
Anthony (Tony) M Miller
Counselor, PCC-Sup, ACCHT
Worthington, OH 43085
Are you suffering from trauma, anxiety, fear, shame, anger, addiction(substance, codependency or relationship), low self worth, relationship conflict, having difficulty managing stress, or are tired of pushing through life? Do you sabotage yourself in attempting to reach your potential or find it difficult to live joyfully, struggle with connecting passionately in relationships, or living life in the moment? I will support you in attracting and creating the life you want. I offer approaches that guide you from trying to figure out life to learning to live intentionally and passionately in the moment.
Are you suffering from trauma, anxiety, fear, shame, anger, addiction(substance, codependency or relationship), low self worth, relationship conflict, having difficulty managing stress, or are tired of pushing through life? Do you sabotage yourself in attempting to reach your potential or find it difficult to live joyfully, struggle with connecting passionately in relationships, or living life in the moment? I will support you in attracting and creating the life you want. I offer approaches that guide you from trying to figure out life to learning to live intentionally and passionately in the moment.
(614) 333-0934 View (614) 333-0934
A & R Behavioral Health, Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Regina , BSY, MSW, LSW
Columbus, OH 43085
From the outside, your life may appear steady — responsibilities handled, roles fulfilled, expectations met. Yet internally, you feel anxious, drained, overwhelmed, or quietly carrying unresolved trauma. You may struggle with mood shifts, grief, addiction, or relationship strain while continuing to show up for everyone else. You want more than coping — you want relief, clarity, and meaningful change. At A&R Behavioral Health, we offer structured, trauma-informed therapy that addresses patterns at their roots, strengthens emotional regulation, and builds practical tools for everyday life.
From the outside, your life may appear steady — responsibilities handled, roles fulfilled, expectations met. Yet internally, you feel anxious, drained, overwhelmed, or quietly carrying unresolved trauma. You may struggle with mood shifts, grief, addiction, or relationship strain while continuing to show up for everyone else. You want more than coping — you want relief, clarity, and meaningful change. At A&R Behavioral Health, we offer structured, trauma-informed therapy that addresses patterns at their roots, strengthens emotional regulation, and builds practical tools for everyday life.
(614) 714-5289 View (614) 714-5289
Stephanie Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, MSW, JD
1 Endorsed
Dublin, OH 43017
My theoretical orientation is eclectic and integrative incorporating interpersonal process therapy (IPT) (here and now), psychodynamic, relational and CBT models. I approach therapy from a strengths based approach, focusing on client’s inherent strengths and resiliencies rather than their weaknesses. I also utilize CBT to focus on changing negative core beliefs and cognitive distortions and DBT to teach distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal assertiveness skills. Lastly, I am very relational in my approach in order to provide clients with a corrective emotional experience and holding environment for them to feel safe, secure, empowered and validated.
My theoretical orientation is eclectic and integrative incorporating interpersonal process therapy (IPT) (here and now), psychodynamic, relational and CBT models. I approach therapy from a strengths based approach, focusing on client’s inherent strengths and resiliencies rather than their weaknesses. I also utilize CBT to focus on changing negative core beliefs and cognitive distortions and DBT to teach distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal assertiveness skills. Lastly, I am very relational in my approach in order to provide clients with a corrective emotional experience and holding environment for them to feel safe, secure, empowered and validated.
(614) 656-1840 View (614) 656-1840
Tyler Rogols
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MBA, MA, LPCC-S
4 Endorsed
Online Only
I’ve published and presented internationally on mindfulness, meaning, identity, post-traumatic growth, cancer, and happiness.
Accepting new clients! I help people overcome difficulty and use it to grow and pursue a life of meaning and purpose. Sometimes we start by treating stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, career, or LGBTQ+ and other identity issues, and over time turn to deeper issues about the life you want to create, your identity, and your values. I’m a humanistic counselor, which means I’ll never tell you what to do and I’ll always empower you to make the choice that’s best for you. I use a collaborative, gentle approach that helps you connect with your intuitive sense of self and your intrinsic motivation to grow and do difficult things.
I’ve published and presented internationally on mindfulness, meaning, identity, post-traumatic growth, cancer, and happiness.
Accepting new clients! I help people overcome difficulty and use it to grow and pursue a life of meaning and purpose. Sometimes we start by treating stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, career, or LGBTQ+ and other identity issues, and over time turn to deeper issues about the life you want to create, your identity, and your values. I’m a humanistic counselor, which means I’ll never tell you what to do and I’ll always empower you to make the choice that’s best for you. I use a collaborative, gentle approach that helps you connect with your intuitive sense of self and your intrinsic motivation to grow and do difficult things.
(614) 714-4862 View (614) 714-4862
Natanielle F Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Online Only
Please note that couples therapy appointments are private pay only. I do not bill insurance for couples therapy as this form of treatment does not involve any mental health diagnoses made by me, which are necessary for billing purposes. My practice is focused on couples and adult individuals. We all encounter different types of challenges and adversity in life, whether in relationships or life events. Meeting people where they are, I enable them to find strength and meaningful connections in their lives.
Please note that couples therapy appointments are private pay only. I do not bill insurance for couples therapy as this form of treatment does not involve any mental health diagnoses made by me, which are necessary for billing purposes. My practice is focused on couples and adult individuals. We all encounter different types of challenges and adversity in life, whether in relationships or life events. Meeting people where they are, I enable them to find strength and meaningful connections in their lives.
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Noreen Palmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW
Online Only
I am Noreen Palmer, MSW, LISW-S. My areas of expertise include stress and anger management and crisis response. I am a nationally published author and speaker on these subjects. With over 15 years of experience as a therapist, I have also served
I am Noreen Palmer, MSW, LISW-S. My areas of expertise include stress and anger management and crisis response. I am a nationally published author and speaker on these subjects. With over 15 years of experience as a therapist, I have also served
(614) 664-6817 View (614) 664-6817
Forward Path Counseling of Ohio
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PsyD, LPCC, LCPC, LICDC, LISAC
Online Only
We believe you DO NOT need to have a mental health diagnosis to benefit from counseling. Our Therapeutic Relationship will empower diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish your individual mental health, wellness, education, and/or career goals. We will work with potential patients on strategies to overcome obstacles and personal challenges that you are facing, no matter the area of your life. It’s more important to move forward than to be perfect! We look forward to helping you on the Forward Path to Wellness. Call for a FREE consultation Today!
We believe you DO NOT need to have a mental health diagnosis to benefit from counseling. Our Therapeutic Relationship will empower diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish your individual mental health, wellness, education, and/or career goals. We will work with potential patients on strategies to overcome obstacles and personal challenges that you are facing, no matter the area of your life. It’s more important to move forward than to be perfect! We look forward to helping you on the Forward Path to Wellness. Call for a FREE consultation Today!
(614) 300-0275 View (614) 300-0275
Lara K Palay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Westerville, OH 43081
I have 30 years in private practice, have taught and published books about trauma and burnout. My approach is eclectic: neuroscience, movement/yoga and brain-body connection, Eastern philosophy, mindfulness, compassion, and meaning. My personal style is warm and straightforward. I consider therapy to be a partnership with the client, and my goal is to provide a safe space to gain insight, create mindfulness and calm in your life. We work together to build coping skills, and to make practical, manageable changes to meet your goals. My work is an essential way that I experience meaning and connection, and I am honored to do it.
I have 30 years in private practice, have taught and published books about trauma and burnout. My approach is eclectic: neuroscience, movement/yoga and brain-body connection, Eastern philosophy, mindfulness, compassion, and meaning. My personal style is warm and straightforward. I consider therapy to be a partnership with the client, and my goal is to provide a safe space to gain insight, create mindfulness and calm in your life. We work together to build coping skills, and to make practical, manageable changes to meet your goals. My work is an essential way that I experience meaning and connection, and I am honored to do it.
(614) 389-9146 View (614) 389-9146
Lara Waldenmaier
Counselor, MA, LPCC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes we all need a safe space to share our stories with a caring and unbiased listener, and I want to provide that for you. I have been in the mental health field for over 20 years and licensed as a Professional Counselor since 2004. With experience working with many different types of people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, panic, mental and physical illnesses, relationship issues and so on, I am passionate about helping college students, couples, internationals, jobseekers and adults of any age who are seeking emotional healing, mental health, support and direction for their life's struggles and spiritual questions.
Sometimes we all need a safe space to share our stories with a caring and unbiased listener, and I want to provide that for you. I have been in the mental health field for over 20 years and licensed as a Professional Counselor since 2004. With experience working with many different types of people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, panic, mental and physical illnesses, relationship issues and so on, I am passionate about helping college students, couples, internationals, jobseekers and adults of any age who are seeking emotional healing, mental health, support and direction for their life's struggles and spiritual questions.
(440) 540-5258 View (440) 540-5258

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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.