Cancer Therapists in Haverford, PA

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Child and Family Art Therapy Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Haverford, PA 19041
We are child-adolescent art & play therapy specialists who help clients ages 3-22 develop powerful coping skills to overcome challenges to succeed at home, school, & in relationships! Parents who engage us in therapy seek an effective therapist with whom their child will feel supremely comfortable & not resist. You found us! We KNOW how children think, & our waiting rooms, offices, & approaches are designed to help children & teens enjoy therapy. We treat a range of emotional-behavioral challenges & have a sub-specialty in social skills groups for neurodiverse children. Located in Haverford, Paoli, Blue Bell, & Center City.
We are child-adolescent art & play therapy specialists who help clients ages 3-22 develop powerful coping skills to overcome challenges to succeed at home, school, & in relationships! Parents who engage us in therapy seek an effective therapist with whom their child will feel supremely comfortable & not resist. You found us! We KNOW how children think, & our waiting rooms, offices, & approaches are designed to help children & teens enjoy therapy. We treat a range of emotional-behavioral challenges & have a sub-specialty in social skills groups for neurodiverse children. Located in Haverford, Paoli, Blue Bell, & Center City.
(610) 854-8286 x1 View (610) 854-8286 x1
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Compassionate Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Serves Area
At Compassionate Counseling, we believe in you becoming the person you were meant to be. Depression, anxiety, past trauma, or life issues no longer need to hold you back from your dreams and aspirations. Our goal is to provide quality services to clients in need, and to overcome obstacles such as: •Financial Hardship •Transportation •Resistance to Therapy •Childcare Issues We are also sensitive to those who prefer a holistic approach to their care. See the photo section below for a listing of our individual counselors and their specialties.
At Compassionate Counseling, we believe in you becoming the person you were meant to be. Depression, anxiety, past trauma, or life issues no longer need to hold you back from your dreams and aspirations. Our goal is to provide quality services to clients in need, and to overcome obstacles such as: •Financial Hardship •Transportation •Resistance to Therapy •Childcare Issues We are also sensitive to those who prefer a holistic approach to their care. See the photo section below for a listing of our individual counselors and their specialties.
(878) 205-2102 View (878) 205-2102
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Christine Kennedy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, PhD, LPC
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Finding the right support is important. It takes courage to seek help when you are hurting. Perhaps life has brought you challenges and transitions that feel overwhelming, My goal is to meet you where you are and provide a warm and collaborative environment in which you are supported, cared for, and seen. I can provide you with tools to help rebalance your life so that you can move forward with confidence and clarity. Together let’s create the beautiful story of the life your heart knows is possible. Give me a call and let's find out if we are a good fit.
Finding the right support is important. It takes courage to seek help when you are hurting. Perhaps life has brought you challenges and transitions that feel overwhelming, My goal is to meet you where you are and provide a warm and collaborative environment in which you are supported, cared for, and seen. I can provide you with tools to help rebalance your life so that you can move forward with confidence and clarity. Together let’s create the beautiful story of the life your heart knows is possible. Give me a call and let's find out if we are a good fit.
(610) 609-8336 View (610) 609-8336
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Fask Therapy
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
There's no denying it: life is hard, and it doesn't come with a manual. Sometimes, getting through the day can be a challenge, even in the best of circumstances. But it doesn't have to feel that way. I work with adults who want to boost their self-esteem, lower their stress and anxiety, and improve their communication skills in many different types of relationships. My clients tend to be adults who are struggling to balance the life they are working to build against the stress of leading a life that doesn't come with a manual.
There's no denying it: life is hard, and it doesn't come with a manual. Sometimes, getting through the day can be a challenge, even in the best of circumstances. But it doesn't have to feel that way. I work with adults who want to boost their self-esteem, lower their stress and anxiety, and improve their communication skills in many different types of relationships. My clients tend to be adults who are struggling to balance the life they are working to build against the stress of leading a life that doesn't come with a manual.
(484) 254-5254 View (484) 254-5254
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Mari Counseling Services, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, LPC, MT-BC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Dr. Raquel Emdur is licensed clinical psychologist, board certified music therapist and licensed professional counselor with training in integrative psychology, humanistic/existential, cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic/psychoanalytic approaches. We can explore your dreams together. I offer EMDR and MARI-Mandala therapeutic assessments. I also offer psychological testing and evaluations to help address concerns and clarify diagnoses for a variety of conditions. My colleagues and I offer therapy both in our Ardmore office as well as virtually and are pleased to work with adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Raquel Emdur is licensed clinical psychologist, board certified music therapist and licensed professional counselor with training in integrative psychology, humanistic/existential, cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic/psychoanalytic approaches. We can explore your dreams together. I offer EMDR and MARI-Mandala therapeutic assessments. I also offer psychological testing and evaluations to help address concerns and clarify diagnoses for a variety of conditions. My colleagues and I offer therapy both in our Ardmore office as well as virtually and are pleased to work with adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds.
(484) 497-0955 View (484) 497-0955
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Julie Present Koller
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
It has been a privilege and continues to be a privilege to provide therapy to such diverse, curious, and brave individuals who seek out treatment for growth, recovery, healing, greater self-awareness, the desire for deeper relationships and intimacy, and change. Bearing witness to the pain, resiliency, and bravery of my patients is humbling, challenging, and highly rewarding work. I look forward to meeting you where you are and utilizing a flexible and integrative approach to treatment to help you on your journey to live with more meaning, vitality, and creativity, along with reductions in symptoms and emotional pain.
It has been a privilege and continues to be a privilege to provide therapy to such diverse, curious, and brave individuals who seek out treatment for growth, recovery, healing, greater self-awareness, the desire for deeper relationships and intimacy, and change. Bearing witness to the pain, resiliency, and bravery of my patients is humbling, challenging, and highly rewarding work. I look forward to meeting you where you are and utilizing a flexible and integrative approach to treatment to help you on your journey to live with more meaning, vitality, and creativity, along with reductions in symptoms and emotional pain.
(484) 282-7175 View (484) 282-7175
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Brett E Schur
Psychologist, PhD
Haverford, PA 19041
Not accepting new clients
(610) 898-3205 View (610) 898-3205

More Therapists Nearby

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Shirley Pattan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I have over 7 years of experience supporting patients & families impacted by cancer.
Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision!A safe place free of judgment is crucial, and I strive to offer that. As the sole practitioner at Open Perspectives LLC, I will offer you a secure, supportive environment to allow you to focus on goals that are specific to your needs. I offer a client-centered, eclectic combination of therapeutic approaches, in an authentic, relatable way. Processing experiences, working to change unhelpful patterns, and building skills and strategies are just a few of the steps we can take together to move toward lasting change.
I have over 7 years of experience supporting patients & families impacted by cancer.
Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision!A safe place free of judgment is crucial, and I strive to offer that. As the sole practitioner at Open Perspectives LLC, I will offer you a secure, supportive environment to allow you to focus on goals that are specific to your needs. I offer a client-centered, eclectic combination of therapeutic approaches, in an authentic, relatable way. Processing experiences, working to change unhelpful patterns, and building skills and strategies are just a few of the steps we can take together to move toward lasting change.
(352) 517-8936 View (352) 517-8936
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Kelly McClure
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19118
If you’re facing challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, or health issues such as cancer, reaching out for support can make a real difference.
Through our work together, you can find new ways of understanding yourself. I’m an engaged & compassionate therapist who will listen to your story, support you & help you make the changes you want for your life. You can count on me to collaborate with you & draw on my 20 years of experience working with people facing the same types of issues that you are.
If you’re facing challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, or health issues such as cancer, reaching out for support can make a real difference.
Through our work together, you can find new ways of understanding yourself. I’m an engaged & compassionate therapist who will listen to your story, support you & help you make the changes you want for your life. You can count on me to collaborate with you & draw on my 20 years of experience working with people facing the same types of issues that you are.
(267) 662-1415 View (267) 662-1415
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Kelly Leary
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC
2 Endorsed
Newtown, PA 18940
I work with those experiencing grief in relationships, pregnancy/IMF, cancer, loss of loved ones, pets, and autonomy.
I am a Psychotherapist specializing in Art Therapy. As an art therapist, I provide each client the ability to communicate their thoughts and feelings through the creative process. I offer you time and space to allow yourself a new way of expression and discovery to heal. I provide a therapeutic relationship that enables trust, respect, safety, and humor.
I work with those experiencing grief in relationships, pregnancy/IMF, cancer, loss of loved ones, pets, and autonomy.
I am a Psychotherapist specializing in Art Therapy. As an art therapist, I provide each client the ability to communicate their thoughts and feelings through the creative process. I offer you time and space to allow yourself a new way of expression and discovery to heal. I provide a therapeutic relationship that enables trust, respect, safety, and humor.
(484) 562-4372 View (484) 562-4372
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Dr. Amanda Otero
Psychologist, PsyD
Online Only
Life often brings seasons of change - some expected, others sudden - that can stir feelings of uncertainty, stress, or sadness. Facing health concerns or moving through major transitions can feel overwhelming at times. In these moments, therapy becomes a place to pause, regain balance, and discover new ways of coping, healing, and moving forward with resilience.
Life often brings seasons of change - some expected, others sudden - that can stir feelings of uncertainty, stress, or sadness. Facing health concerns or moving through major transitions can feel overwhelming at times. In these moments, therapy becomes a place to pause, regain balance, and discover new ways of coping, healing, and moving forward with resilience.
(720) 504-2796 View (720) 504-2796
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Rosie Nagy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, OSW-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with individuals facing life changes, illness, cancer, grief, and anxiety.
Life can offer us a lot of unknowns—whether it’s a difficult diagnosis, the loss of someone we love, burnout, or simply feeling out of touch with ourselves. These kinds of experiences can bring up intense emotions that affect our everyday lives and put pressure on our relationships. We might find ourselves just going through the motions, struggling to rest, or feeling like we’re stuck in survival mode.
I work with individuals facing life changes, illness, cancer, grief, and anxiety.
Life can offer us a lot of unknowns—whether it’s a difficult diagnosis, the loss of someone we love, burnout, or simply feeling out of touch with ourselves. These kinds of experiences can bring up intense emotions that affect our everyday lives and put pressure on our relationships. We might find ourselves just going through the motions, struggling to rest, or feeling like we’re stuck in survival mode.
(267) 682-8379 View (267) 682-8379
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Sara Gaarn-Larsen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Common areas that I focus on in my work include relational conflict, sexual desire, sexual shame, vaginismus, nonmonogamy challenges, kink/BDSM dynamics, adult family dynamics, relationship anxiety, and, as a cancer survivor, challenges stemming from cancer and its treatment.
Hi! I'm Sara, an individual, relationship, and sex therapist in the Philadelphia area. I strive to help folks foster self-love, promote self-discovery, and strengthen their relationships. I take a collaborative approach to therapy that encourages problem-solving as a team while providing clients with skill-building exercises to make actionable change in their lives and relationships. As an LGBTQ+ affirming, diverse-body affirming, sex positive, poly-friendly, and kink aware therapist, I welcome all identities and relationship styles. I'm passionate about providing a safe and judgement free space for authentic self-expression.
Common areas that I focus on in my work include relational conflict, sexual desire, sexual shame, vaginismus, nonmonogamy challenges, kink/BDSM dynamics, adult family dynamics, relationship anxiety, and, as a cancer survivor, challenges stemming from cancer and its treatment.
Hi! I'm Sara, an individual, relationship, and sex therapist in the Philadelphia area. I strive to help folks foster self-love, promote self-discovery, and strengthen their relationships. I take a collaborative approach to therapy that encourages problem-solving as a team while providing clients with skill-building exercises to make actionable change in their lives and relationships. As an LGBTQ+ affirming, diverse-body affirming, sex positive, poly-friendly, and kink aware therapist, I welcome all identities and relationship styles. I'm passionate about providing a safe and judgement free space for authentic self-expression.
(484) 669-8283 View (484) 669-8283
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Sarah Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I have over 14 years of experience working with people who have been diagnosed with cancer.
I help people who feel emotionally and spiritually depleted find their way back to a deeper sense of self. Many of my clients have spent years in survival mode — caregiving, coping with illness, pushing through burnout, or navigating transitions that left them feeling unmoored. Others are dealing with grief, a loss of direction, or a sense that something essential is missing. Whether you're healing from something specific or simply sensing a call to realign, our work together can support your journey toward wholeness, clarity, and meaning.
I have over 14 years of experience working with people who have been diagnosed with cancer.
I help people who feel emotionally and spiritually depleted find their way back to a deeper sense of self. Many of my clients have spent years in survival mode — caregiving, coping with illness, pushing through burnout, or navigating transitions that left them feeling unmoored. Others are dealing with grief, a loss of direction, or a sense that something essential is missing. Whether you're healing from something specific or simply sensing a call to realign, our work together can support your journey toward wholeness, clarity, and meaning.
(484) 558-1451 View (484) 558-1451
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Hailey Murray
Psychologist, PsyD, NCSP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a licensed pediatric psychologist and Nationally Certified School Psychologist who is able to provide virtual services in 43 states. I have a masters in Child Psychology as well as a doctorate in School Psychology. I have extensive training in child and adolescent development and take an integrative developmental approach with all of my patients and families. I completed a trauma-focused pre-doctoral internship at a residential school followed by a pediatric psychology fellowship with a focus in Hematology, Oncology, and Bone Marrow Transplant.
I am a licensed pediatric psychologist and Nationally Certified School Psychologist who is able to provide virtual services in 43 states. I have a masters in Child Psychology as well as a doctorate in School Psychology. I have extensive training in child and adolescent development and take an integrative developmental approach with all of my patients and families. I completed a trauma-focused pre-doctoral internship at a residential school followed by a pediatric psychology fellowship with a focus in Hematology, Oncology, and Bone Marrow Transplant.
(412) 520-3037 View (412) 520-3037
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Jill Lipschutz Snyder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Managing health conditions including cancer, infertility and chronic illness are among my areas of specialization.
I utilize an eclectic approach acknowledging an individual's strengths. My holistic perspective allows us to increase awareness of issues and self-experiences that limit quality of life, to promote emotional healing and to facilitate personal growth.
Managing health conditions including cancer, infertility and chronic illness are among my areas of specialization.
I utilize an eclectic approach acknowledging an individual's strengths. My holistic perspective allows us to increase awareness of issues and self-experiences that limit quality of life, to promote emotional healing and to facilitate personal growth.
(215) 995-4027 View (215) 995-4027
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Stephanie Rusbuldt, Healing Garden Therapy LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Online Only
I specialize in grief and bereavement counseling, and also in working with people facing a cancer diagnosis and caregivers.
I also work with people navigating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, boundaries, and major life transitions. I strive to provide you with a safe space where you can explore your emotions, gain clarity, and rediscover your own strengths and inherent wisdom.
I specialize in grief and bereavement counseling, and also in working with people facing a cancer diagnosis and caregivers.
I also work with people navigating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, boundaries, and major life transitions. I strive to provide you with a safe space where you can explore your emotions, gain clarity, and rediscover your own strengths and inherent wisdom.
(484) 559-7410 View (484) 559-7410
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Lisa Etkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS,, LCSW, OSW-C
Online Only
For over 25 years, I have supported oncology patients and families as they navigate the emotional and practical challenges of cancer.
I am dedicated to helping clients discover the strengths, resilience, and sense of possibility that already exist within them. My approach centers on providing a calm, neutral, and supportive space where individuals can explore their experiences and build confidence in their ability to create meaningful change. I work with adults facing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and the complex emotional challenges that often accompany chronic medical conditions. I draw on evidence-based practices to help clients develop insight, strengthen internal coping strategies, and reconnect with their own sense of power and direction.
For over 25 years, I have supported oncology patients and families as they navigate the emotional and practical challenges of cancer.
I am dedicated to helping clients discover the strengths, resilience, and sense of possibility that already exist within them. My approach centers on providing a calm, neutral, and supportive space where individuals can explore their experiences and build confidence in their ability to create meaningful change. I work with adults facing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and the complex emotional challenges that often accompany chronic medical conditions. I draw on evidence-based practices to help clients develop insight, strengthen internal coping strategies, and reconnect with their own sense of power and direction.
(610) 510-8276 View (610) 510-8276
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Sarah Bryski-Hamrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have specialties in a few areas including religious trauma, millennial mental health, therapy for therapists, folks with cancer and politicized therapy for activists.
Do you struggle with fear, anxiety and shame that affects your relationships with others and yourself? Do you have a hard time making decisions, planning for the future and day-to-day tasks? You may be feeling alienated and inadequate, but I can help with that. In session with me, we will get to know each other and collaborate on curating a therapy space that fits your needs. We will work towards long-term goals at a sustainable pace while also making space for day-to-day stressors and issues.
I have specialties in a few areas including religious trauma, millennial mental health, therapy for therapists, folks with cancer and politicized therapy for activists.
Do you struggle with fear, anxiety and shame that affects your relationships with others and yourself? Do you have a hard time making decisions, planning for the future and day-to-day tasks? You may be feeling alienated and inadequate, but I can help with that. In session with me, we will get to know each other and collaborate on curating a therapy space that fits your needs. We will work towards long-term goals at a sustainable pace while also making space for day-to-day stressors and issues.
(484) 255-3780 View (484) 255-3780
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Help for Sexually Abused Men
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work mainly with adults who have relationship problems and/or experienced abuse or neglect as children. I often work with clients who have tried other therapists and looking for someone to help them move their lives forward. My clients rapidly feel better and are more hopeful for their futures.
I work mainly with adults who have relationship problems and/or experienced abuse or neglect as children. I often work with clients who have tried other therapists and looking for someone to help them move their lives forward. My clients rapidly feel better and are more hopeful for their futures.
(215) 515-4654 x773936 View (215) 515-4654 x773936

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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.