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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 Somerville, the suburbs of Somerville, other nearby places such as Boston, Malden, or anywhere else in Massachusetts, 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  • You are withdrawn or avoiding friends and family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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Tamar Kaplan
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Explore some of things adding to your stress and help you to find new ways to manage them. My goal is to help you leave feeling less stressed and instead, feeling more empowered.


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Explore some of things adding to your stress and help you to find new ways to manage them. My goal is to help you leave feeling less stressed and instead, feeling more empowered.

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I strive to provide a sense of warmth and encouragement in all of my sessions. I focus on creating a space free from judgment and meeting people where they are at. I also incorporate coping skills so you have access to skills you can use right away.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adjustment Disorders
  • Adjustment to Medical Diagnosis
  • Aging and Getting Older
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Career Burnout
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Health Anxiety
  • Life Adjustment
  • Negative Self-Talk
  • Retirement
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Young Professionals
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Andrea Kamins
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Enhance your self-awareness and sense of satisfaction in life, increase self-confidence, reduce distress caused by painful past experiences, and increase fulfillment and comfort in relationships with yourself and others.


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Enhance your self-awareness and sense of satisfaction in life, increase self-confidence, reduce distress caused by painful past experiences, and increase fulfillment and comfort in relationships with yourself and others.

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My approach to psychotherapy is highly person-centered and collaborative, and I aim to provide a safe, supportive environment for my clients to deepen their understanding of themselves and learn new ways of coping with life's challenges.

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  • Adult ADHD
  • Anger
  • Anxiety
  • Childhood Abuse or Neglect
  • Chronic Pain
  • Communication Skills
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family of Origin
  • Grief
  • Highly Sensitive People (HSPs)
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Life Transitions
  • Neurodivergence
  • Perfectionism
  • Perinatal Mood/Anxiety Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationships
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma
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Dr. Fortunate Munhutu
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We work together throughout your treatment and Medication Management, as appropriate, while incorporating Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psycho-Education via Telemedicine or in-office if necessary.


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We work together throughout your treatment and Medication Management, as appropriate, while incorporating Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psycho-Education via Telemedicine or in-office if necessary.

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My philosophy of practice is to pay attention to each patient’s specific needs, context, stressful or traumatic life experiences or circumstances, particular concerns, all of which she approaches with patience, warmth and understanding.

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  • Anxiety Medication
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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Alisa Lin
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Life is a journey of happiness, excitement, sadness, and challenges. With my culturally and professionally diverse perspectives, we will have lots of fun, peace, and positivity working together, as well as navigate a resilient and empowered pathway.


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Life is a journey of happiness, excitement, sadness, and challenges. With my culturally and professionally diverse perspectives, we will have lots of fun, peace, and positivity working together, as well as navigate a resilient and empowered pathway.

Something to know about my approach is:

I utilize knowledge from medical and psychological perspectives to maximize the impact for clients. I create a space for clients to grow their confidence, strength, and resilience to cope with life’s challenges.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Academic Issues
  • Adjustment Disorders
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Adult ADHD
  • Aging Parents
  • Anxiety
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Illness
  • Cultural Adjustment
  • Depression
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Eating Disorders
  • Food and Eating Concerns
  • Immigrants
  • Imposter Syndrome
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • LGBTQ+
  • Loneliness
  • Migraines
  • Perfectionism
  • Self-Esteem
  • Weight Management
  • Women
  • Work Stress
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Sarah Aftab
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Collaborate so you can heal and grow by learning to reconnect with your mind, body & surroundings, love & trust yourself, prioritize your needs, recover from people-pleasing & perfectionism, set boundaries & accept that nothing is wrong with you.


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Collaborate so you can heal and grow by learning to reconnect with your mind, body & surroundings, love & trust yourself, prioritize your needs, recover from people-pleasing & perfectionism, set boundaries & accept that nothing is wrong with you.

Something to know about my approach is:

My practice is mindfulness-based with a holistic approach: nurturing your mind, body, spirit, & being present with yourself & the world around you. We may explore your childhood, relationships & difficult experiences to help you learn about yourself.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Depression
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Life Transitions
  • Mindfulness
  • Self-Worth
  • Trauma
  • Work-Life Balance
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Sarah Aftab remote and phone therapy in Connecticut, Massachusetts