Cancer Therapists in Portland, OR
Hello, I am accepting new clients. I work with teens, adults, and elders with a focus on chronic health conditions, illness, grief and loss. Reaching out for support takes real courage, and I want to honor that first step. People come to therapy for so many reasons—sometimes because they’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or alone; other times because relationships feel hard, or anxiety and depression are getting in the way of daily life. Whatever has brought you here, you’ll be met with warmth, empathy, and genuine care.
Hello, I am accepting new clients. I work with teens, adults, and elders with a focus on chronic health conditions, illness, grief and loss. Reaching out for support takes real courage, and I want to honor that first step. People come to therapy for so many reasons—sometimes because they’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or alone; other times because relationships feel hard, or anxiety and depression are getting in the way of daily life. Whatever has brought you here, you’ll be met with warmth, empathy, and genuine care.
I focus on life transitions, relationship distress, anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, chronic medical illness ( cancer), end-of-life issues, and grief.
Each person deserves the benefit of thinking about life in a meaningful way with gentle guidance through counseling. I would be privileged to join you on this journey. As a therapist, I specialize in assisting people through challenging life moments. Using solution-focused techniques and empowerment methods, we’ll identify steps to resolve your personal challenges and reach your goals. I have more than 12 years experience working with individuals and families experiencing challenges with parenting, anxiety, depression, life transition, addiction issues, chronic medical illness including oncology, end-of-life, and grief.
I focus on life transitions, relationship distress, anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, chronic medical illness ( cancer), end-of-life issues, and grief.
Each person deserves the benefit of thinking about life in a meaningful way with gentle guidance through counseling. I would be privileged to join you on this journey. As a therapist, I specialize in assisting people through challenging life moments. Using solution-focused techniques and empowerment methods, we’ll identify steps to resolve your personal challenges and reach your goals. I have more than 12 years experience working with individuals and families experiencing challenges with parenting, anxiety, depression, life transition, addiction issues, chronic medical illness including oncology, end-of-life, and grief.
Issues I can help you navigate include: processing the loss of a loved one, adjustment to a new diagnosis, fear of cancer recurrence or progression, anxiety about medical procedures, contemplating existential concerns, and caregiver burnout.
I’m passionate about the growth, care, and healing of my clients. Through our therapeutic relationship, we create a space where you can deeply see yourself and build a life authentic to you. I utilize a direct and collaborative approach that is primarily informed by psychodynamic techniques and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I've also been a Buddhist practitioner for nearly a decade, and integrate meditation and Eastern philosophy into my work as appropriate
Issues I can help you navigate include: processing the loss of a loved one, adjustment to a new diagnosis, fear of cancer recurrence or progression, anxiety about medical procedures, contemplating existential concerns, and caregiver burnout.
I’m passionate about the growth, care, and healing of my clients. Through our therapeutic relationship, we create a space where you can deeply see yourself and build a life authentic to you. I utilize a direct and collaborative approach that is primarily informed by psychodynamic techniques and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I've also been a Buddhist practitioner for nearly a decade, and integrate meditation and Eastern philosophy into my work as appropriate
My ideal client is someone seeking real, lasting change. They may be facing grief, caregiving stress, serious illness, anxiety, or questions about identity or purpose. Often, they feel stuck in emotional patterns or life transitions that no longer serve them. What they want is space to be heard and understood, to make sense of their experiences, and to feel more grounded, authentic, and connected. They’re ready to explore beneath the surface and do the deep work that leads to true psychological growth.
My ideal client is someone seeking real, lasting change. They may be facing grief, caregiving stress, serious illness, anxiety, or questions about identity or purpose. Often, they feel stuck in emotional patterns or life transitions that no longer serve them. What they want is space to be heard and understood, to make sense of their experiences, and to feel more grounded, authentic, and connected. They’re ready to explore beneath the surface and do the deep work that leads to true psychological growth.
Do you feel stuck, confused, and alone in your relationship? Maybe you keep having the same arguments with no real resolution. No matter how careful you are, things always seem to escalate. Avoiding conflict feels easier than speaking up. Before long, you don’t feel like lovers anymore, just roommates. You’ve tried hard to make things better. You’ve read the books. You’ve tried fewer words—and even more words. Yet nothing seems to help. It all feels frustrating and confusing. And yet, you still care. You love your person and miss the connection you once had. You miss feeling like a team and want your partner back by your side.
Do you feel stuck, confused, and alone in your relationship? Maybe you keep having the same arguments with no real resolution. No matter how careful you are, things always seem to escalate. Avoiding conflict feels easier than speaking up. Before long, you don’t feel like lovers anymore, just roommates. You’ve tried hard to make things better. You’ve read the books. You’ve tried fewer words—and even more words. Yet nothing seems to help. It all feels frustrating and confusing. And yet, you still care. You love your person and miss the connection you once had. You miss feeling like a team and want your partner back by your side.
) Medical Trauma & Serious Illness: Supporting patients, caregivers, and medical professionals navigating cancer and chronic illness.
My approach is collaborative and person-centered, drawing from IFS, MBCT, Feminist Therapy, and Choice Theory. Together, we address the roots of your anxiety while building practical tools to manage stress, build resilience, and handle emotional overwhelm.
) Medical Trauma & Serious Illness: Supporting patients, caregivers, and medical professionals navigating cancer and chronic illness.
My approach is collaborative and person-centered, drawing from IFS, MBCT, Feminist Therapy, and Choice Theory. Together, we address the roots of your anxiety while building practical tools to manage stress, build resilience, and handle emotional overwhelm.
Whether you're seeking support for your mental health, navigating life’s challenges, or looking to grow in your professional practice, you’ve found a space of care, respect, and genuine connection. My name is Dr. Whitney Voigt, DBH, LCSW. As a licensed clinical social worker with a Master of Social Work and a Doctorate in Behavioral Health, I offer individual therapy rooted in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based care. I also provide Clinical Supervision and Consultation in Oregon and Washington to associates working toward licensure, and fellow clinicians committed to ethical, reflective, and client-centered practice.
Whether you're seeking support for your mental health, navigating life’s challenges, or looking to grow in your professional practice, you’ve found a space of care, respect, and genuine connection. My name is Dr. Whitney Voigt, DBH, LCSW. As a licensed clinical social worker with a Master of Social Work and a Doctorate in Behavioral Health, I offer individual therapy rooted in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based care. I also provide Clinical Supervision and Consultation in Oregon and Washington to associates working toward licensure, and fellow clinicians committed to ethical, reflective, and client-centered practice.
Compassionate Comfort Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you're seeking support for your mental health, navigating life’s challenges, or looking to grow in your professional practice, you’ve found a space of care, respect, and genuine connection.
My name is Dr. Whitney Voigt, DBH, LCSW. As a licensed clinical social worker with a Master of Social Work and a Doctorate in Behavioral Health, I offer individual therapy rooted in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based care.
I also provide Clinical Supervision and Consultation in Oregon and Washington to associates working toward licensure, and fellow clinicians committed to ethical, reflective, and client-centered practice.
Whether you're seeking support for your mental health, navigating life’s challenges, or looking to grow in your professional practice, you’ve found a space of care, respect, and genuine connection.
My name is Dr. Whitney Voigt, DBH, LCSW. As a licensed clinical social worker with a Master of Social Work and a Doctorate in Behavioral Health, I offer individual therapy rooted in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based care.
I also provide Clinical Supervision and Consultation in Oregon and Washington to associates working toward licensure, and fellow clinicians committed to ethical, reflective, and client-centered practice.
We all can benefit from the support therapy offers from time to time. Some reasons people come to me: they may feel stuck in some area of their life; feel confused about who they are or where their life is heading; find that they have trouble showing up fully in relationships or lose themselves in relationships; struggle with feeling okay within themselves; have experienced a loss, and need someplace safe to grieve; feel lost, alone, and not in control of their life; are having difficulty reaching goals; or want to feel more joy, connection, and love in their life.
We all can benefit from the support therapy offers from time to time. Some reasons people come to me: they may feel stuck in some area of their life; feel confused about who they are or where their life is heading; find that they have trouble showing up fully in relationships or lose themselves in relationships; struggle with feeling okay within themselves; have experienced a loss, and need someplace safe to grieve; feel lost, alone, and not in control of their life; are having difficulty reaching goals; or want to feel more joy, connection, and love in their life.
I believe each person has the power and knowledge within them to move towards increased wellness and healing. Due to many factors we can lose track of our best selves, feel off course and get overwhelmed. Some of these factors include trauma, chronic stress, oppression, loss, abuse, lack of healthy modeling, low self esteem, reliance on substances and self-medicating, and much more. No matter how we get off course, therapy is a powerful tool that can help us understand how we have come to this specific place in our lives, as well as help us to look at where we want to go and who we want to become moving forward.
I believe each person has the power and knowledge within them to move towards increased wellness and healing. Due to many factors we can lose track of our best selves, feel off course and get overwhelmed. Some of these factors include trauma, chronic stress, oppression, loss, abuse, lack of healthy modeling, low self esteem, reliance on substances and self-medicating, and much more. No matter how we get off course, therapy is a powerful tool that can help us understand how we have come to this specific place in our lives, as well as help us to look at where we want to go and who we want to become moving forward.
Hello & Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here making the courageous choice to get support versus struggling alone. I see my most essential role in our work together as being a fellow traveler, providing deep listening, honoring and respecting your individual path, and believing fully in your innate ability to create and sustain a life of passion, meaning, and hope through the many challenges we all face in our changing world. During my 17 years of work as a professional counselor, I have gotten to experience the profound honor of being witness to my clients' rediscovering their most courageous, wise, and truest selves.
Hello & Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here making the courageous choice to get support versus struggling alone. I see my most essential role in our work together as being a fellow traveler, providing deep listening, honoring and respecting your individual path, and believing fully in your innate ability to create and sustain a life of passion, meaning, and hope through the many challenges we all face in our changing world. During my 17 years of work as a professional counselor, I have gotten to experience the profound honor of being witness to my clients' rediscovering their most courageous, wise, and truest selves.
Sarah Ellenwood
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
5 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97215
Waitlist for new clients
You don't have to go through difficult times alone. By seeking help, you have already taken the first step toward making positive life changes. The next step is finding the right person to guide, motivate and support you. I am a counselor with a healthy dose of optimism and realism. I love to work with my clients on problem solving, new skill building, and developing a greater understanding of themselves and the world around us. If you are looking for something "different" from your counselor, I may be a good fit.
You don't have to go through difficult times alone. By seeking help, you have already taken the first step toward making positive life changes. The next step is finding the right person to guide, motivate and support you. I am a counselor with a healthy dose of optimism and realism. I love to work with my clients on problem solving, new skill building, and developing a greater understanding of themselves and the world around us. If you are looking for something "different" from your counselor, I may be a good fit.
***Telehealth - I see clients located anywhere in Oregon*** Life can be challenging. My hope is to bring a safe space for others to dive into the brave journey of self discovery. I am a psychotherapist with over fifteen years experience helping people from all different walks of life who are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and life transitions. My belief is that we all already carry within us the answers to our questions, sometimes we just need someone to help us uncover what those are. You deserve love, connection, and understanding, and my goal is to help you become the most authentic version of yourself.
***Telehealth - I see clients located anywhere in Oregon*** Life can be challenging. My hope is to bring a safe space for others to dive into the brave journey of self discovery. I am a psychotherapist with over fifteen years experience helping people from all different walks of life who are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and life transitions. My belief is that we all already carry within us the answers to our questions, sometimes we just need someone to help us uncover what those are. You deserve love, connection, and understanding, and my goal is to help you become the most authentic version of yourself.
Other specialties include navigating cancer, autoimmune disorders, CPTSD, gender and sexuality exploration, spirituality, and religious or cult trauma.
Welcome! I offer body centered, trauma-informed therapy for elders, adults, and teens grappling with eating disorders, body image, sociopolitical stress, caregiver burnout, trauma, divorce, parenting, neurodivergence, divesting from high control groups/cults and identity formation at any stage of your life. If you're overwhelmed, questioning who you are, feeling "too much," or struggling to move past pain or trauma, I offer a grounded, compassionate and affirming space to help you make peace with your body, ease suffering, and rediscover balance. My passion is helping you understand, accept, and trust yourself more fully.
Other specialties include navigating cancer, autoimmune disorders, CPTSD, gender and sexuality exploration, spirituality, and religious or cult trauma.
Welcome! I offer body centered, trauma-informed therapy for elders, adults, and teens grappling with eating disorders, body image, sociopolitical stress, caregiver burnout, trauma, divorce, parenting, neurodivergence, divesting from high control groups/cults and identity formation at any stage of your life. If you're overwhelmed, questioning who you are, feeling "too much," or struggling to move past pain or trauma, I offer a grounded, compassionate and affirming space to help you make peace with your body, ease suffering, and rediscover balance. My passion is helping you understand, accept, and trust yourself more fully.
Dear Potential Client!
Have you lost someone and can't seem to move on? Do you find that unresolved abuse issues still bother you and get in the way of daily functioning? Are you not able to create the intimacy and closeness you desire in relationships and find yourself repeating the same patterns that you know don't work? Is your confidence level not where you want it to be? Do you and your partner struggle with how to best parent? Is anxiety and depression causing you to isolate, worry a lot, lose sleep, feel hopeless? I can help!
Dear Potential Client!
Have you lost someone and can't seem to move on? Do you find that unresolved abuse issues still bother you and get in the way of daily functioning? Are you not able to create the intimacy and closeness you desire in relationships and find yourself repeating the same patterns that you know don't work? Is your confidence level not where you want it to be? Do you and your partner struggle with how to best parent? Is anxiety and depression causing you to isolate, worry a lot, lose sleep, feel hopeless? I can help!
My areas of specialty are working with adults, either as individuals or in couples, who are seeking clarity and understanding in their lives, either in new situations, in their relationships, or in patterns that seem to come up in spite of best efforts. My clients are curious and motivated people who are used to solving problems and find themselves in search of greater understanding and new ways of being. I work with compassion, humor, and support my client's in their own unique vision for their lives and how they define meaning and satisfaction.
My areas of specialty are working with adults, either as individuals or in couples, who are seeking clarity and understanding in their lives, either in new situations, in their relationships, or in patterns that seem to come up in spite of best efforts. My clients are curious and motivated people who are used to solving problems and find themselves in search of greater understanding and new ways of being. I work with compassion, humor, and support my client's in their own unique vision for their lives and how they define meaning and satisfaction.
I work with clients virtually in Washington and Oregon.
I work primarily with individuals, couples, and other relationship systems who are hoping to heal past trauma, explore gender or sexuality, work through sexual difficulties, process emotional, relational, or sexual wounding, or connect more deeply to their authentic selves. If you relate to any of these experiences or are interested in therapy but aren't sure where to start, please reach out to me for a free 20 minute consultation.
I work with clients virtually in Washington and Oregon.
I work primarily with individuals, couples, and other relationship systems who are hoping to heal past trauma, explore gender or sexuality, work through sexual difficulties, process emotional, relational, or sexual wounding, or connect more deeply to their authentic selves. If you relate to any of these experiences or are interested in therapy but aren't sure where to start, please reach out to me for a free 20 minute consultation.
Do you ever wonder, despite all your knowledge and efforts for growth that you still end up in a pattern of doing the same thing over and over again? Well, it's not your fault and there is a way to change it. When we are free to truly see and understand the connection to our brain, body, mind, and relationships, we can actually rewire our brains to build new neural pathways for new ways of thinking and being. Most of what we do, we have no idea why we do it; almost 85% is not on a conscious level.
Do you ever wonder, despite all your knowledge and efforts for growth that you still end up in a pattern of doing the same thing over and over again? Well, it's not your fault and there is a way to change it. When we are free to truly see and understand the connection to our brain, body, mind, and relationships, we can actually rewire our brains to build new neural pathways for new ways of thinking and being. Most of what we do, we have no idea why we do it; almost 85% is not on a conscious level.
When the world isn’t built for the way your brain works, just getting through the day can take more effort than most people realize. I love supporting ADHD and Autistic clients to find their strengths and natural rhythms to create a life that works for them and their loved ones.
I also love supporting clients recovering from the trauma and abuse, high control religion, because so often the process means discovering who you truly are, how you work and how you want your life to look.
When the world isn’t built for the way your brain works, just getting through the day can take more effort than most people realize. I love supporting ADHD and Autistic clients to find their strengths and natural rhythms to create a life that works for them and their loved ones.
I also love supporting clients recovering from the trauma and abuse, high control religion, because so often the process means discovering who you truly are, how you work and how you want your life to look.
It is time. You are experiencing an internal nudge to examine your life. You want results- to feel more alive, awake and connected to yourself and a life congruent with what matters to you. You want to rediscover (or find for the first time) the best version of yourself. Our sessions will focus on what it means to feel content, aware, fulfilled and live an intentional life. The potential is wired within you. The transformational process has already started as you search for the right match. I provide uniquely focused and steady guidance for you to better understand yourself and live life differently. Contact me to start.
It is time. You are experiencing an internal nudge to examine your life. You want results- to feel more alive, awake and connected to yourself and a life congruent with what matters to you. You want to rediscover (or find for the first time) the best version of yourself. Our sessions will focus on what it means to feel content, aware, fulfilled and live an intentional life. The potential is wired within you. The transformational process has already started as you search for the right match. I provide uniquely focused and steady guidance for you to better understand yourself and live life differently. Contact me to start.
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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.