Cancer Therapists in Westerville, OH
My ideal client is someone carrying the weight of trauma, grief, anxiety, or the emotional toll of a chronic illness who longs for relief and deeper healing. They want to feel whole again, to reclaim peace, and to move forward without being defined by pain. Their goals are to process their experiences, strengthen resilience, and reconnect with purpose. They seek a therapist who will meet them without judgment, integrate mind, body, and spirit, and walk alongside them with compassion. Above all, they desire to heal not just symptoms but their sense of self, finding hope and meaning on their journey.
My ideal client is someone carrying the weight of trauma, grief, anxiety, or the emotional toll of a chronic illness who longs for relief and deeper healing. They want to feel whole again, to reclaim peace, and to move forward without being defined by pain. Their goals are to process their experiences, strengthen resilience, and reconnect with purpose. They seek a therapist who will meet them without judgment, integrate mind, body, and spirit, and walk alongside them with compassion. Above all, they desire to heal not just symptoms but their sense of self, finding hope and meaning on their journey.
I have been a pediatric psychologist for almost 15 years, working with child and adolescent patients (age 2-18) who have behavioral and/or physical health concerns. These problems often overlap and can reduce quality of life. I’ve helped children with a wide variety of presenting concerns, such as anxiety disorders, OCD, tic disorders, behavior problems, ADHD, sleep problems, chronic pain, feeding disorders, and functional abdominal pain. I enjoy working with children of all ages and their families who need support in learning how to manage their emotions and better cope with life's stressors. I'm licensed in both Ohio and Michigan.
I have been a pediatric psychologist for almost 15 years, working with child and adolescent patients (age 2-18) who have behavioral and/or physical health concerns. These problems often overlap and can reduce quality of life. I’ve helped children with a wide variety of presenting concerns, such as anxiety disorders, OCD, tic disorders, behavior problems, ADHD, sleep problems, chronic pain, feeding disorders, and functional abdominal pain. I enjoy working with children of all ages and their families who need support in learning how to manage their emotions and better cope with life's stressors. I'm licensed in both Ohio and Michigan.
Mature Older Adult Counseling at LifeGuide Health
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
1 Endorsed
Westerville, OH 43082
Finding peace, purpose, and connection in later life is possible.
Whether you’re navigating retirement, coping with health issues, managing changing relationships, or grieving a loss - you deserve a space to be heard and supported. Our therapists specialize in helping adults 60+ build resilience, and rediscover purpose, meaning, and fulfillment. It doesn't matter what stage of life - you owe it to yourself.
Finding peace, purpose, and connection in later life is possible.
Whether you’re navigating retirement, coping with health issues, managing changing relationships, or grieving a loss - you deserve a space to be heard and supported. Our therapists specialize in helping adults 60+ build resilience, and rediscover purpose, meaning, and fulfillment. It doesn't matter what stage of life - you owe it to yourself.
I'm in LPCC in Ohio with 30 years of experience supporting adults through trauma, grief, ADHD, chronic illness, cancer, and more.
Something might feel off, and you can't quite name it. Maybe you're carrying grief that
won't let go, or anxiety that keeps you braced for the next hard thing. Maybe
you're navigating a diagnosis, a family crisis, or a part of your identity that hasn't
found safe space yet. You're not broken. You're human, and you deserve support
that sees all of you. I'm Denise, an LPCC in Ohio with doctoral-level training and 30
years of experience working with adults through exactly this kind of weight. My background as a special educator gives me deep experience with ADHD, autism, learning differences, and neurodivergent adults.
I'm in LPCC in Ohio with 30 years of experience supporting adults through trauma, grief, ADHD, chronic illness, cancer, and more.
Something might feel off, and you can't quite name it. Maybe you're carrying grief that
won't let go, or anxiety that keeps you braced for the next hard thing. Maybe
you're navigating a diagnosis, a family crisis, or a part of your identity that hasn't
found safe space yet. You're not broken. You're human, and you deserve support
that sees all of you. I'm Denise, an LPCC in Ohio with doctoral-level training and 30
years of experience working with adults through exactly this kind of weight. My background as a special educator gives me deep experience with ADHD, autism, learning differences, and neurodivergent adults.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, family conflict, or major life changes. For over 40 years, I've helped a wide and diverse range of people find practical solutions to the challenges life has presented them. I provide a caring, supportive environment where clients feel understood and respected. As a lifelong Christian, I believe people can overcome even extremely difficult circumstances, and I work alongside them to build on their strengths in order to ensure lasting changes.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, family conflict, or major life changes. For over 40 years, I've helped a wide and diverse range of people find practical solutions to the challenges life has presented them. I provide a caring, supportive environment where clients feel understood and respected. As a lifelong Christian, I believe people can overcome even extremely difficult circumstances, and I work alongside them to build on their strengths in order to ensure lasting changes.
I have worked in Georgia, California , and Ohio for the last 20 years treating a variety of mental health concerns with a goal of helping people resolve conflicts and increase their sense of well-being.
I have worked in Georgia, California , and Ohio for the last 20 years treating a variety of mental health concerns with a goal of helping people resolve conflicts and increase their sense of well-being.
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.
I provide Telehealth sessions Mon - Thurs from 10a est - 5p EST. I am focused on working with adults and adolescents. I am a somatic trauma therapist with an attachment focus. I offer a client-centered, affirming, collaborative, relational approach. I support clients struggling with Trauma, PTSD, and Grief & Loss and chronic illness. I am trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (somatic trauma therapy) and Board Certified in Art Therapy. I am trained in RLT. I am LGBTQ affirming and open to all sexual, gender and relational identities. I am a Clinical Supervisor and can provide supervision to pre-licensed MFT/ATR trainees.
I provide Telehealth sessions Mon - Thurs from 10a est - 5p EST. I am focused on working with adults and adolescents. I am a somatic trauma therapist with an attachment focus. I offer a client-centered, affirming, collaborative, relational approach. I support clients struggling with Trauma, PTSD, and Grief & Loss and chronic illness. I am trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (somatic trauma therapy) and Board Certified in Art Therapy. I am trained in RLT. I am LGBTQ affirming and open to all sexual, gender and relational identities. I am a Clinical Supervisor and can provide supervision to pre-licensed MFT/ATR trainees.
If you're walking on eggshells at home, if you feel stuck in an uninterruptible cycle, or if you or your child need extra support and skills to get back on track, I can help. I offer both individual outpatient sessions and intensive, in-the-moment support, both of which provide tools that can lead to change.
Being collaborative and flexible with you or your child is my priority, and in addition to traditional therapy tools, I also use humor, play, music, nature, and other creative activities to build connections and skills in therapy.
I am available to work with adults of all ages, children, parents, and families.
If you're walking on eggshells at home, if you feel stuck in an uninterruptible cycle, or if you or your child need extra support and skills to get back on track, I can help. I offer both individual outpatient sessions and intensive, in-the-moment support, both of which provide tools that can lead to change.
Being collaborative and flexible with you or your child is my priority, and in addition to traditional therapy tools, I also use humor, play, music, nature, and other creative activities to build connections and skills in therapy.
I am available to work with adults of all ages, children, parents, and families.
What's in the way of you living a life you love? I'm not here to tell you what's "wrong" with you. I'd rather explore what what you've experienced, how you've survived, and your hopes for the future. We're all individuals and products of our environment with unique strengths and survival behaviors that have helped us meet our needs and/or kept us safe. Maybe they're working against you now? My goal is to help you identify your strengths and repurpose the survival skills so they can be used with intention to reach your desired potential and live a whole-hearted life.
What's in the way of you living a life you love? I'm not here to tell you what's "wrong" with you. I'd rather explore what what you've experienced, how you've survived, and your hopes for the future. We're all individuals and products of our environment with unique strengths and survival behaviors that have helped us meet our needs and/or kept us safe. Maybe they're working against you now? My goal is to help you identify your strengths and repurpose the survival skills so they can be used with intention to reach your desired potential and live a whole-hearted life.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking meaningful change who want to feel truly heard, understood, and supported. They often come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, burned out, or disconnected from themselves, others, or their direction in life. Many are navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, or emotional patterns that no longer serve them. I provide a compassionate, collaborative, and judgment-free space where clients gain insight, build practical coping skills, and build confidence to move forward with greater clarity, balance, and purpose.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking meaningful change who want to feel truly heard, understood, and supported. They often come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, burned out, or disconnected from themselves, others, or their direction in life. Many are navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, or emotional patterns that no longer serve them. I provide a compassionate, collaborative, and judgment-free space where clients gain insight, build practical coping skills, and build confidence to move forward with greater clarity, balance, and purpose.
Are you feeling disconnected from your partner or noticing that you’re drifting further apart? Maybe communication has become strained, conflict feels unresolved, or you’re in a newer relationship and struggling to find your footing together. No matter where you are in your relationship, these challenges can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate them alone.
Are you feeling disconnected from your partner or noticing that you’re drifting further apart? Maybe communication has become strained, conflict feels unresolved, or you’re in a newer relationship and struggling to find your footing together. No matter where you are in your relationship, these challenges can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate them alone.
Living in balance is the ongoing goal I hope for my clients. Whether it be to repair relationships, working on achieving your personal best, learning to handle mental illness, moving towards forgiveness, or handling life changes, we can always move towards making positive changes to live a more satisfying life.
Living in balance is the ongoing goal I hope for my clients. Whether it be to repair relationships, working on achieving your personal best, learning to handle mental illness, moving towards forgiveness, or handling life changes, we can always move towards making positive changes to live a more satisfying life.
As a developmentalist with an attachment theory approach, Jaclyn is skillful at working with anyone across their lifespan, and does have specialized training in women's health, perinatal health, and sexual health. Her experience has truly allowed her to gain expertise in many areas.
As a developmentalist with an attachment theory approach, Jaclyn is skillful at working with anyone across their lifespan, and does have specialized training in women's health, perinatal health, and sexual health. Her experience has truly allowed her to gain expertise in many areas.
Hi! I imagine you are here because things are not great. Perhaps, you would like to improve or change something, or maybe you just want to feel better or more comfortable in your skin.. I know it can be scary, but I believe it’s also brave. It takes courage to admit that you would like life to be different. I believe together we can get you to a place where life isn't so hard. During my 18 year career, I have been fortunate to have met wonderful people and together we have grown. I view the therapeutic process through a person centered lens and as something we do together. I believe it is important to celebrate the small successes.
Hi! I imagine you are here because things are not great. Perhaps, you would like to improve or change something, or maybe you just want to feel better or more comfortable in your skin.. I know it can be scary, but I believe it’s also brave. It takes courage to admit that you would like life to be different. I believe together we can get you to a place where life isn't so hard. During my 18 year career, I have been fortunate to have met wonderful people and together we have grown. I view the therapeutic process through a person centered lens and as something we do together. I believe it is important to celebrate the small successes.
You just want to feel better. Past experiences have turned you into someone you don’t recognize. You’re constantly on edge and can’t sleep. If sleep does come, it’s often restless and filled with nightmares. Your creativity, performance, and professionalism is suffering. You often feel tremendous guilt and shame; no one understands what it's like. Or maybe you stuff the hurt, pain, and disappointment down deep, so no one sees it. You know how to put on a good, happy face for everyone. The emptiness and deep loneliness feel unbearable. Or maybe this describes your loved one who you can’t seem to reach no matter how hard you try.
You just want to feel better. Past experiences have turned you into someone you don’t recognize. You’re constantly on edge and can’t sleep. If sleep does come, it’s often restless and filled with nightmares. Your creativity, performance, and professionalism is suffering. You often feel tremendous guilt and shame; no one understands what it's like. Or maybe you stuff the hurt, pain, and disappointment down deep, so no one sees it. You know how to put on a good, happy face for everyone. The emptiness and deep loneliness feel unbearable. Or maybe this describes your loved one who you can’t seem to reach no matter how hard you try.
Directions Counseling & Coaching has a team of 25 licensed professional therapists and behavioral coaches, who have developed expertise in very specific areas of treatment that they are passionate about. It has been our privilege to help couples, children, and individuals throughout Ohio overcome difficult and complex personal struggles for over 30 years. Regardless of who you choose for therapy, we recommend you select someone with extensive training and experience helping people with the area of concern you want to address. Visit us on the web to learn more.
Directions Counseling & Coaching has a team of 25 licensed professional therapists and behavioral coaches, who have developed expertise in very specific areas of treatment that they are passionate about. It has been our privilege to help couples, children, and individuals throughout Ohio overcome difficult and complex personal struggles for over 30 years. Regardless of who you choose for therapy, we recommend you select someone with extensive training and experience helping people with the area of concern you want to address. Visit us on the web to learn more.
Kayla Morris
Pre-Licensed Professional, CT
1 Endorsed
Westerville, OH 43081
Not accepting new clients
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by life's demands, whether it is by stress, anxiety, depression or relationship struggles. Feeling stuck, disconnected or unsure on ways to move forward? Needs often include having a supportive, empathetic and caring person who listens and offers superior guidance. These clients want nothing more but to feel heard and understood. It is important to offer the right tools in which they are able to use to navigate through their given challenges that life sometimes has to offer!
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by life's demands, whether it is by stress, anxiety, depression or relationship struggles. Feeling stuck, disconnected or unsure on ways to move forward? Needs often include having a supportive, empathetic and caring person who listens and offers superior guidance. These clients want nothing more but to feel heard and understood. It is important to offer the right tools in which they are able to use to navigate through their given challenges that life sometimes has to offer!
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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.
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.
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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.