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A cancer diagnosis is scary, and while your focus may be on your physical health, your mental health may also be at risk. Many sufferers of cancer, radiation, or chemotherapy end up with mental disorders or challenges ranging from anxiety to depression, which can make life even harder.

Luckily, Mental Health Match can match you with a therapist who can help you manage the stress, fear, and angst surrounding a cancer diagnosis, oncology, and treatment. Whether you are located in downtown La Puente, the suburbs of La Puente, other nearby places such as Covina, Whittier, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Signs You May Need Cancer Counseling

If you’re not sure whether you need cancer counseling, we can help. Here are some signs that indicate that you should consider therapy:

  • You are overwhelmed by fear or sadness.
  • You are withdrawn or avoiding friends and family
  • You no longer want to do things that used to excite you.
  • You’ve lost your appetite.
  • You can’t sleep.

Read this article to learn more about distress caused by a cancer diagnosis.

Feel Better with Cancer Counseling

Now is the best time to seek treatment for concerns about cancer. Mental Health Match can help you get started by connecting you with the most suitable therapist for your needs. Browse below or use our free therapist matching tool.

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Tyler Wright
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He is passionate about increasing access to care for patients with mental illness and ensuring that individuals receive the comprehensive, compassionate care they deserve to achieve mental well-being.

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Dr. Wright has served as an attending psychiatrist on an inpatient forensic unit at a state hospital in Massachusetts, an attending in the emergency department at Massachusetts General Hospital.

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  • Addictions
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Divorce and Separation
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sports
  • Stress
  • Trauma
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Dr. Nicole Moshfegh
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People often first come to see me to treat sleep, anxiety, and/or stress related issues but quickly find that no topic is off limits. Together we will get to the root of your challenges to prevent ongoing issues in the future.


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People often first come to see me to treat sleep, anxiety, and/or stress related issues but quickly find that no topic is off limits. Together we will get to the root of your challenges to prevent ongoing issues in the future.

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I believe in using research backed therapy methods (such as CBT), however, my approach is always determined by the presenting concerns of my clients within the context of their intersecting identities, environment, preferences, and culture(s).

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  • Anxiety
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Overachievers
  • Stress
  • Work Stress
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We will work towards increasing awareness, acceptance, and positive actions in your life.

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My goal is to tailor therapy to your specific personalty and circumstances in a "client-directed" approach, drawing on a variety of therapy styles to find what works best for you. My style is directive and caring, infusing humor throughout therapy.

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  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Terminal Illness
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G. Katie Dashtban
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Learn what is bothering you and how you feel stuck. What do you need to feel better/ what struggles get in the way? We'll develop a plan and a way to execute it successfully. You will be on your way to a more fulfilling life as fast as possible.


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Learn what is bothering you and how you feel stuck. What do you need to feel better/ what struggles get in the way? We'll develop a plan and a way to execute it successfully. You will be on your way to a more fulfilling life as fast as possible.

Something to know about my approach is:

I use evidence-based methods such as TEAM-CBT, based on David Burns' approach, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Health Psychology based on medical and psychological research when treating my patients.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • ADHD Testing
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Entrepreneurial Women
  • First Generation Issues
  • Food and Eating Concerns
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Imposter Syndrome
  • Low Sex Drive
  • Menopause
  • Mood Swings
  • Persistant Depressive Disorder
  • Postpartum Mood Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Professional Women
  • PTSD from Abuse
  • Sex Anxiety
  • Sexual Pain
  • Sexual Trauma
  • Women’s Health
  • Workaholics
  • Working Professionals
  • Workplace Issues
  • Work Stress
  • Young Women
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Michelle Pettengill
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Together, we will address your worries, self talk, & self care. We will create goals with simple, attainable steps, so that success can be achieved for optimal daily functioning. Slow and steady conquers all!


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Together, we will address your worries, self talk, & self care. We will create goals with simple, attainable steps, so that success can be achieved for optimal daily functioning. Slow and steady conquers all!

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is client centered. This is YOUR session, & I am here to listen, validate, educate, and guide. I provide easy to implement daily tools. We can laugh, learn, and cry, whatever you need to achieve your goals for optimal functioning.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Couples
  • Functional Anxiety
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Mind-Body Connection
  • Nutrition
  • Relationships
  • Self Care
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Worth
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