Cancer - From Diagnosis to Surviving to Thriving

From the second a doctor tells you, "you have cancer" your life changes in so many ways! and it's never the same! The fear and anxiety can be overwhelming. Your loved ones are impacted just as much. 

As someone who is a recent survivor, not only am I professionally trained, but I've "walked the walk" so I bring a unique perspective and authenticity to my work with you. I help individuals, and their loved ones, walk through the process. It doesn't matter if you've just been diagnosed, or been a survivor for many years, the emotional and mental impact of cancer on our lives should not be ignored.

There's absolutely no shame in needing and wanting help. No one comes equipped with the know-how to deal with this, NO ONE. So it's okay to feel overwhelmed....and to get help. 

People with cancer commonly feel:

  • Fearful about the future

  • Difficulty adjusting to the 'new normal'

  • Depressed and sad

  • Anxious and overwhelmed

  • Grief - loss of how things used to be

  • Frustrated with people not 'getting it' or understanding

  • Isolated from friends and family

Cancer can rob you of the life you used to have and the one you dreamt of having; instead you are left struggling through every day and sometimes hour-by-hour. But there is HOPE, and you CAN make incremental changes which will increase your quality of life. 

Each person has a unique life and set of circumstances, which deserves an integrative, personalized plan based on their own strengths. Life can be difficult and overwhelming but it’s possible to build resiliency and get the healing help you need.

WAYS THAT I CAN HELP:

GROUP THERAPY  

Small group therapy is a proven way to help you make the adjustments necessary to improve your quality of life.  Just because you have cancer does not mean that you have to suffer. I often call what I do "suffering management" because it's often the emotional and mental impact of the illness that is the most traumatizing and difficult part to manage. 

In small group, you come together on a weekly basis, with others who are facing similar challenges. Together, we work to address the issues, facilitate discussions and learn new coping skills. Powerful healing and strong community occur in these groups. 

CURRENT GROUPS

"THRIVORSHIP" - LIFE WITH CANCER

COPING WITH CANCER - GROUP FOR INDIVIDUALS IN ANY STAGE

CAREGIVERS AND JOURNEY PARTNERS - LOVING SOMEONE WITH CANCER

WHY GROUP?

The way I run groups is by offering SMALL GROUPS ( no more than 4-8 people). This is not the typical big group of 20 plus people where people don't get to have their voice and concerns addressed.  The small group process ensures that each person gets individual attention, as well as the benefit of group therapy, and it is not an overwhelming process. I believe that bite size changes are the only way to make adjustments to our lives in a healthy and lasting way.

Small group allows you to connect with others who are facing similar struggles and help build a sense of community. I create a safe space for people to come together and be uniquely themselves. This process of connecting with others becomes a powerful catalyst and helps supercharge your healing process.

If you have been curious about therapy groups, or been in individual therapy, and not seeing the results you want to see, group is an excellent and proven solution.  

INDIVIDUAL THERAPY

Often clients incorporate individual therapy with the small group therapy process. This combination often helps people see powerful healing change.  I suggest that you start with small group therapy and then, when and if you are ready for individual therapy, we set up a specific plan for your best healing experience. 

COUPLES THERAPY

There's no doubt that cancer greatly impacts relationships, usually in a very detrimental way. This does not have to be the case with you. You CAN have a healthy and loving, intimate relationship with your partner despite your health challenges. I work with both partners in order to achieve the best results.  It is also common for the partner who is suffering from pain and illness to be part of a small group. 

SEX & INTIMACY

The most common issues for couples are communication problems and sex / intimacy issues. I specialize in helping couples overcome the serious challenges that come with cancer.  I use evidence-based and proven strategies to help improve your relationship, as well as your intimacy. 

All services are offered in office or online.

I would be honored to help you on your healing path.