As a health psychologist, my goal has been to help patients reduce stress, adjust to illness, develop better coping methods, and implement lifestyle changes in order to achieve a greater sense of stability and peace in the face of cancer. While we often have limitations in our ability to change … [Read more...] about Stephanie Davidson PsyD., Health Psychologist, Counseling for Health and Wellness
Counseling and Health and Wellness Coaching
Audrey Philatre OTR/L, CLT-LANA, FMCHC Health Counseling, Certified Lymphedema Therapist
I am a lymphedema-certified occupational therapist currently practicing at Inova Alexandria Hospital. I completed my lymphedema therapy certification at Klose Training and Consulting in 2011. Since then, I have treated arm, leg, trunk, breast, and head and neck lymphedema as well as … [Read more...] about Audrey Philatre OTR/L, CLT-LANA, FMCHC Health Counseling, Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Merideth Bowen Shamszad MFT, Marriage and Family Therapist, Counseling, Guided Imagery, Creative arts
Being diagnosed with cancer — or any serious or life-threatening illness — is a life-altering experience. We are abruptly thrown into a new world of physical symptoms, healthcare decisions, changes in relationships, losses and fears. Treatment brings its own arduous demands, while the end of … [Read more...] about Merideth Bowen Shamszad MFT, Marriage and Family Therapist, Counseling, Guided Imagery, Creative arts
Katie Boucher, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Cancer Support Community, Meditation and Mindfulness, Counseling for Health and Wellness
I am a therapist at Cancer Support Community in Paso Robles. My work includes ... Facilitating support groups for cancer patients, survivors, and loved ones, Leading mindfulness groups focused on meditation, skill building, and processing, Guiding art groups to nurture calmness and inspire … [Read more...] about Katie Boucher, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Cancer Support Community, Meditation and Mindfulness, Counseling for Health and Wellness
Melanie S. Levine PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Specializing in Working with Cancer Patients who Experience Physical, Emotional, Cognitive and Interpersonal Challenges
A cancer diagnosis can turn your world upside down. It is often profoundly disorienting on multiple levels—physically, emotionally, cognitively, and interpersonally. I am passionate about helping individuals and their loved ones who are facing cancer. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and … [Read more...] about Melanie S. Levine PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Specializing in Working with Cancer Patients who Experience Physical, Emotional, Cognitive and Interpersonal Challenges
Natalie Hatjes MS CHt, Oncology-Focused Sexual Health Therapy, Hypnotherapist, Neuro-Linguistic Practitioner, Owner of Lotus Cove Wellness
Natalie Hatjes helps women reconnect with their bodies and sexuality after cancer. She also works with women experiencing sexual dysfunction, sexless marriages, or just looking to improve their sex life in general. Her holistic approach led her to creating the first deck of sexuality affirmation … [Read more...] about Natalie Hatjes MS CHt, Oncology-Focused Sexual Health Therapy, Hypnotherapist, Neuro-Linguistic Practitioner, Owner of Lotus Cove Wellness
Tracy Maxwell, Survivorship Guide, Coach, Speaker, Author of Being Single, with Cancer
Tracy Maxwell was diagnosed with a rare form of ovarian cancer at age 36. Her first thought, as a single woman living hundreds of miles from her family and as CEO of a small company, was “How am I going to do this and who is going to take care of me?” Four recurrences and more than a decade … [Read more...] about Tracy Maxwell, Survivorship Guide, Coach, Speaker, Author of Being Single, with Cancer
Annette Tello MS, Counseling and Health and Wellness Coaching, Creative Arts Therapy
Annette Tello has twenty-five years of experience in rehabilitation counseling and coaching. For the last five years, she has specialized in working with women with cancer. She combines holistic cancer coaching and life coaching in her Cancer to Wellness Program. She will help you move forward in … [Read more...] about Annette Tello MS, Counseling and Health and Wellness Coaching, Creative Arts Therapy