Cancer Therapists in Hillsboro, OR
I work with individuals and families across the lifespan both in person and via telehealth formats. My specialty areas include child development, trauma, anxiety, grief & loss and chronic medial issues. I have a play therapy room designed for expressive therapies and family systems work. I am certified in trauma, EMDR for children and adults and am faculty at the institute teaching in trauma informed care, play therapy, clinical supervision and animal assisted human health. My work involves complex divorce and family therapy needs. I provide clinical supervision for professionals seeking licensing or play therapy certification.
I work with individuals and families across the lifespan both in person and via telehealth formats. My specialty areas include child development, trauma, anxiety, grief & loss and chronic medial issues. I have a play therapy room designed for expressive therapies and family systems work. I am certified in trauma, EMDR for children and adults and am faculty at the institute teaching in trauma informed care, play therapy, clinical supervision and animal assisted human health. My work involves complex divorce and family therapy needs. I provide clinical supervision for professionals seeking licensing or play therapy certification.
Chris Gorski, B.S., M.A., YT, MT is a seasoned therapist with nearly 30 years of experience in the Counseling and Wellness field. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Counseling and Human Services from California State University, Fullerton, and a CACREP-accredited Master of Arts from the University of the Cumberlands. Registered with the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists, Chris specializes in couples' therapy, helping partners navigate their relationships with compassion and understanding.
Chris Gorski, B.S., M.A., YT, MT is a seasoned therapist with nearly 30 years of experience in the Counseling and Wellness field. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Counseling and Human Services from California State University, Fullerton, and a CACREP-accredited Master of Arts from the University of the Cumberlands. Registered with the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists, Chris specializes in couples' therapy, helping partners navigate their relationships with compassion and understanding.
My role as a therapist is to foster psychological health by assisting my clients to identify and utilize their existing strengths. My approach is collaborative and supportive. I strive for therapy to be a fluid and creative process of discovery, a safe space in which healing can occur.
My role as a therapist is to foster psychological health by assisting my clients to identify and utilize their existing strengths. My approach is collaborative and supportive. I strive for therapy to be a fluid and creative process of discovery, a safe space in which healing can occur.
Relationships are challenging. And that is often due to the dynamics within them. But to be honest, there's a lot more going on than you think, and it has more to do with you than them.
I work extensively with people who feel confused, exhausted, and stuck whether they’re in relationships that aren’t working or they’ve left but find themselves repeating the same patterns.
This is what often keeps people stuck after narcissistic or toxic dynamics.
I've lived through this and come out the other side. My aim is to help you unstick yourself and move forward into the life you want and deserve.
Relationships are challenging. And that is often due to the dynamics within them. But to be honest, there's a lot more going on than you think, and it has more to do with you than them.
I work extensively with people who feel confused, exhausted, and stuck whether they’re in relationships that aren’t working or they’ve left but find themselves repeating the same patterns.
This is what often keeps people stuck after narcissistic or toxic dynamics.
I've lived through this and come out the other side. My aim is to help you unstick yourself and move forward into the life you want and deserve.
Perhaps you’re feeling anxious, disconnected, grieving, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. You’ve been constantly adapting to survive, or trying to make sense of who you are in a world that hasn’t always made space for you. I offer a warm, compassionate space where you can exhale, be fully yourself, and begin to heal in ways that feel nurturing and fulfilling. I work primarily with adults across various identities, with a particular commitment to serving BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and multicultural clients.
Perhaps you’re feeling anxious, disconnected, grieving, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. You’ve been constantly adapting to survive, or trying to make sense of who you are in a world that hasn’t always made space for you. I offer a warm, compassionate space where you can exhale, be fully yourself, and begin to heal in ways that feel nurturing and fulfilling. I work primarily with adults across various identities, with a particular commitment to serving BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and multicultural clients.
With the Covid-19 Virus my therapy methods have gone to phone or Tele Therapy. My therapeutic style is a holistic goal orientated approach to help patients better understand themselves by developing insight to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and to cultivate the life that have you imagined or dreamed possible. I provide a safe and supportive environment to earn your trust to work on things that are the most challenging in your life. I know that it takes courage to reach out for help. Whatever brings us together, you will be welcomed with honesty and warmth to enable you to do your best work.
With the Covid-19 Virus my therapy methods have gone to phone or Tele Therapy. My therapeutic style is a holistic goal orientated approach to help patients better understand themselves by developing insight to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and to cultivate the life that have you imagined or dreamed possible. I provide a safe and supportive environment to earn your trust to work on things that are the most challenging in your life. I know that it takes courage to reach out for help. Whatever brings us together, you will be welcomed with honesty and warmth to enable you to do your best work.
My areas of focus include grief and loss, identity development, recovery from narcissistic abuse, bipolar disorder, adult children of alcoholics, codependency and co-occurring concerns, childhood trauma, and individuals living with disabilities or chronic health conditions, including autoimmune conditions and cancer survivorship.
My approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, disability-affirming, and neurologically informed. I integrate somatic, relational, depth-oriented, and reality-based frameworks, with attention to nervous system differences, pacing, and client autonomy. Therapy with me is collaborative and grounded in safety, attunement, and respect.
My areas of focus include grief and loss, identity development, recovery from narcissistic abuse, bipolar disorder, adult children of alcoholics, codependency and co-occurring concerns, childhood trauma, and individuals living with disabilities or chronic health conditions, including autoimmune conditions and cancer survivorship.
My approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, disability-affirming, and neurologically informed. I integrate somatic, relational, depth-oriented, and reality-based frameworks, with attention to nervous system differences, pacing, and client autonomy. Therapy with me is collaborative and grounded in safety, attunement, and respect.
Life is hard, but there are strategies and tools you can learn to help you overcome challenges and move towards happiness. The way to start creating a joyful life begins by understanding what the problem is and what actions you can take to create change. I love helping individuals, couples, and families learn to recognize unhealthy patterns, remove stumbling blocks and start creating a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Life is hard, but there are strategies and tools you can learn to help you overcome challenges and move towards happiness. The way to start creating a joyful life begins by understanding what the problem is and what actions you can take to create change. I love helping individuals, couples, and families learn to recognize unhealthy patterns, remove stumbling blocks and start creating a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Welcome! Most clients who seek me out are overwhelmed. They may be dealing with life transitions like separation, divorce, single parenting, empty nesting, or career changes. They may feel alone and need help moving forward. Sometimes they are doing their best to juggle life's stresses while managing chronic illness or disability - whether that's their own autoimmune condition, their child's autism or ADHD, a partner's sudden stroke, or an aging parent's Alzheimer's. Above all, they want a personal connection with someone who believes in them and validates their feelings, experiences, and concerns.
Welcome! Most clients who seek me out are overwhelmed. They may be dealing with life transitions like separation, divorce, single parenting, empty nesting, or career changes. They may feel alone and need help moving forward. Sometimes they are doing their best to juggle life's stresses while managing chronic illness or disability - whether that's their own autoimmune condition, their child's autism or ADHD, a partner's sudden stroke, or an aging parent's Alzheimer's. Above all, they want a personal connection with someone who believes in them and validates their feelings, experiences, and concerns.
(Accepting new clients) Tory Harding, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Have you decided it's time to prioritize your mental health? I can help you through difficult times and be your guide to strengthening yourself and feeling better. You're not alone and you're not without support.
I bring my authentic self, my depth of experience, and a little bit of humor to every session. And above all, I enjoy working together to help you grow and become more resilient, mindful, and balanced.
My approach is to use Science-backed methods balanced with empathy and intuition, instilling Holistic, whole-body awareness, being Less formal—come as you are, and Practice your skills in real life, not with workbooks.
Have you decided it's time to prioritize your mental health? I can help you through difficult times and be your guide to strengthening yourself and feeling better. You're not alone and you're not without support.
I bring my authentic self, my depth of experience, and a little bit of humor to every session. And above all, I enjoy working together to help you grow and become more resilient, mindful, and balanced.
My approach is to use Science-backed methods balanced with empathy and intuition, instilling Holistic, whole-body awareness, being Less formal—come as you are, and Practice your skills in real life, not with workbooks.
Change and healing are possible! It takes a lot of courage to ask for help and courage is a powerful strength! A little something you should know about me: I enjoy being a cheerleader in someone's journey and I love helping people dig deep to grow and heal. I have been serving in the mental health field for over 20 years, and offer support through a compassion, strengths, and goal focused approach to help you create the change you seek. I'm available for sessions both in person and via video conference to better meet your needs.
Change and healing are possible! It takes a lot of courage to ask for help and courage is a powerful strength! A little something you should know about me: I enjoy being a cheerleader in someone's journey and I love helping people dig deep to grow and heal. I have been serving in the mental health field for over 20 years, and offer support through a compassion, strengths, and goal focused approach to help you create the change you seek. I'm available for sessions both in person and via video conference to better meet your needs.
Hello my name is Taylor, (He/Him) nice to meet you. I am currently accepting new patients in Oregon and Washington. My goal in our work is to help individuals increase self-awareness by providing a safe and non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I can also assist in clients developing a plan of action, and supporting them in implementing new behaviors and habits. I am trained in advanced trauma therapies, allowing clients to do the deeper work that they need to truly heal.
Hello my name is Taylor, (He/Him) nice to meet you. I am currently accepting new patients in Oregon and Washington. My goal in our work is to help individuals increase self-awareness by providing a safe and non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I can also assist in clients developing a plan of action, and supporting them in implementing new behaviors and habits. I am trained in advanced trauma therapies, allowing clients to do the deeper work that they need to truly heal.
I work with people who want a space that feels supportive, affirming, and real. My approach is collaborative and straightforward, and I aim to create an environment where you can show up as you are - whether if you’re navigating identity, grief, trauma, marginalization, or major life transitions. Therapy doesn’t have to feel intimidating, and we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you.
My work is person-centered and psychodynamic, integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) and somatic approaches to help you better understand your inner world and how your experiences live in your body.
I work with people who want a space that feels supportive, affirming, and real. My approach is collaborative and straightforward, and I aim to create an environment where you can show up as you are - whether if you’re navigating identity, grief, trauma, marginalization, or major life transitions. Therapy doesn’t have to feel intimidating, and we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you.
My work is person-centered and psychodynamic, integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) and somatic approaches to help you better understand your inner world and how your experiences live in your body.
She is experienced in working with clients with chronic medical conditions such as breast cancer and kidney disease.
Emelia believes you are the expert in your live experiences and her approach is to meet you where you are. She utilizes Strength Based, CBT, Solutions Focused to support you to achieve your goals. She strive to provide a supportive and non judgmental environment where you can discover your strengths and capabilities to create the change you want to see.
She is experienced in working with clients with chronic medical conditions such as breast cancer and kidney disease.
Emelia believes you are the expert in your live experiences and her approach is to meet you where you are. She utilizes Strength Based, CBT, Solutions Focused to support you to achieve your goals. She strive to provide a supportive and non judgmental environment where you can discover your strengths and capabilities to create the change you want to see.
Life can feel difficult when inner distress increases. If you would like help in navigating, I am an experienced psychotherapist providing in-person services in Beaverton and online in OR and CA. I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, second half of life concerns, spirituality, relationship issues and life transitions. I provide a safe space for you to explore your deepest self. Together we work to create greater self-awareness, healing and meaningful change. We look at what is going on for you both consciously and unconsciously, so that you can remember who you are beneath the defenses that once kept you safe.
Life can feel difficult when inner distress increases. If you would like help in navigating, I am an experienced psychotherapist providing in-person services in Beaverton and online in OR and CA. I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, second half of life concerns, spirituality, relationship issues and life transitions. I provide a safe space for you to explore your deepest self. Together we work to create greater self-awareness, healing and meaningful change. We look at what is going on for you both consciously and unconsciously, so that you can remember who you are beneath the defenses that once kept you safe.
People often seek therapy when life starts to feel heavier than it should. You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, burned out, disconnected in relationships, or impacted by past experiences that still show up in the present. Sometimes there’s a clear reason to reach out; other times it’s just a sense that something isn’t working anymore. Therapy can be a space to slow down, make sense of what’s going on, and get support from someone who listens without judgment. You don’t have to have everything figured out to start. WWC is here to support you.
People often seek therapy when life starts to feel heavier than it should. You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, burned out, disconnected in relationships, or impacted by past experiences that still show up in the present. Sometimes there’s a clear reason to reach out; other times it’s just a sense that something isn’t working anymore. Therapy can be a space to slow down, make sense of what’s going on, and get support from someone who listens without judgment. You don’t have to have everything figured out to start. WWC is here to support you.
Hello! I’m a bilingual (Spanish/English), bicultural psychotherapist with over 12 years of clinical experience providing individual, couples, and family therapy. I support clients navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship challenges. My style is collaborative, direct, and deeply empathetic—grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, solution-focused work, and strength-based practices.
Hello! I’m a bilingual (Spanish/English), bicultural psychotherapist with over 12 years of clinical experience providing individual, couples, and family therapy. I support clients navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship challenges. My style is collaborative, direct, and deeply empathetic—grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, solution-focused work, and strength-based practices.
Hi I am Sarah, it is nice to meet you. I try to create a therapeutic space where the individuals I see can slow down, take time for non-judgmental reflection, process emotions and find the things that help them to live with authenticity and intention. I work to support and collaborate with adolescents and adults of all backgrounds to find growth, seek change and begin the healing process. I endeavor to make therapy a creative and safe space where we can explore how each person is able to find what works for them. In the first few sessions I like to get a sense of who you are, what you are seeking and to make goals for our work.
Hi I am Sarah, it is nice to meet you. I try to create a therapeutic space where the individuals I see can slow down, take time for non-judgmental reflection, process emotions and find the things that help them to live with authenticity and intention. I work to support and collaborate with adolescents and adults of all backgrounds to find growth, seek change and begin the healing process. I endeavor to make therapy a creative and safe space where we can explore how each person is able to find what works for them. In the first few sessions I like to get a sense of who you are, what you are seeking and to make goals for our work.
Hello my name is Shayna and it's nice to meet you. I currently have openings for new clients. I am passionate about serving marginalized communities who have previously experienced harm within the mental health system as a result of institutionalized biases. Additionally, I specialize in working with folx transitioning into adulthood, individuals exploring their various identities including gender and sexuality identities, and survivors of trauma related to domestic violence and sexual assault. I have passion in serving the LGBTQ+ community and identify as part of the community. Trauma informed therapy is the basis for my work.
Hello my name is Shayna and it's nice to meet you. I currently have openings for new clients. I am passionate about serving marginalized communities who have previously experienced harm within the mental health system as a result of institutionalized biases. Additionally, I specialize in working with folx transitioning into adulthood, individuals exploring their various identities including gender and sexuality identities, and survivors of trauma related to domestic violence and sexual assault. I have passion in serving the LGBTQ+ community and identify as part of the community. Trauma informed therapy is the basis for my work.
I am available for telephonic and video counseling services. Please message me for more information. It is a time of difficulty for many and I am flexible with a strong desire to help. I am working on expanding my credentialing with insurance companies if I am not already covered by your insurance provider.
"One who gains strength by overcoming obstacles possesses the only strength which can overcome adversity". -A.Schweitzer
I am available for telephonic and video counseling services. Please message me for more information. It is a time of difficulty for many and I am flexible with a strong desire to help. I am working on expanding my credentialing with insurance companies if I am not already covered by your insurance provider.
"One who gains strength by overcoming obstacles possesses the only strength which can overcome adversity". -A.Schweitzer
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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.