Social Worker and Therapist Resources
Below are resources to help you find a therapist, including directories, referral options, and guidance for choosing someone who fits your needs. Because availability, insurance coverage, and specialties vary, it can help to contact a few providers and ask about approach, fees, and scheduling before deciding.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute: Adult Social Work Program
At Dana-Farber, you don’t have to face cancer alone. The Adult Social Work Program offers emotional and practical support for patients and families at every stage of care. Social workers are part of the care team, helping to manage the challenges of diagnosis, treatment, and everyday life. Services are available to all patients, regardless of insurance status.
Alma
Alma helps you connect with licensed therapists who understand what you’re going through and make mental health care easier to access. Use the search filters to explore providers experienced in supporting people with cancer. You can even filter by specific challenges such as pain and sleep disorders.
American Psychological Association
If you’re looking for a licensed psychologist, the APA Psychologist Locator is a trusted place to start. This national directory from the American Psychological Association lets you search by name, city, or state to find qualified mental health professionals in your area. While you can’t filter for specific health conditions like breast cancer, you can reach out directly to ask about experience with anxiety, grief, body image, or whatever you’re dealing with, to find the right provider for your needs.
Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW)
When you’re navigating cancer, emotional and practical support can be just as important as medical care. The AOSW directory helps you find licensed oncology social workers in your area—professionals trained to guide patients and caregivers through the challenges of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. These specialists understand the cancer experience and can help you access resources, manage stress, and find balance along the way.
CancerCare
CancerCare is a nonprofit organization offering free, professional support to people in New York and New Jersey who are affected by cancer. Through counseling, support groups, and resource referrals, CancerCare’s staff of licensed oncology social workers provide a compassionate space to help navigate the emotional and practical challenges of breast cancer.
Collaborative Cancer Care
If you live in Connecticut and are coping with a breast cancer diagnosis, finding balance and peace of mind can feel out of reach. Collaborative Cancer Care offers specialized, oncology-informed mental health support designed for you and your family. Their clinicians provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive counseling, psychiatric medication management, and supportive communities to help you navigate the emotional side of cancer with strength and understanding
Find a Psychologist
Find a Psychologist is a free, confidential directory from the National Register of Health Service Psychologists. It connects you with licensed psychologists across the country—no login or account needed. While not specific to cancer care, it’s a helpful place to start if you’re looking for professional mental health support for stress, anxiety, relationships, or other personal challenges.
Headway
When you’re coping with a breast cancer diagnosis, finding mental health support that fits your life (and your insurance) matters. Headway makes it simple to connect with licensed therapists and psychiatrists who accept your insurance, helping you access care with clear costs and easy scheduling. With providers nationwide and partnerships with more than 70 insurance plans, you can quickly find the right support.
InnoPsych
If you’re part of a community of color and want a therapist who truly understands your culture and lived experience, InnoPsych was built for you. This platform connects clients with therapists who share similar backgrounds and values, helping reduce stigma, build trust, and create representation in mental health care. When searching, select “chronic pain / medical condition” to find therapists experienced in supporting those navigating cancer and other health challenges.
Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line
The Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line offers free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone seeking mental health or substance use assistance—no insurance is required. Trained professionals will listen, provide guidance, and connect you to local services across the state.
Call or text 833-773-2445
Massachusetts Mental Health Provider List
Looking for a therapist in Massachusetts who’s taking new clients? This regularly updated spreadsheet highlights mental health providers currently accepting new clients across MA. Use the search tool to filter by city, specialty, or type of therapy and then reach out directly to the ones who match your needs.
Psychology Today
Psychology Today’s online directory makes it easy to find a mental health professional who fits your needs. You can search by location, insurance, specialty, or approach to care to connect with therapists, psychologists, and counselors across the country. Many listings include detailed bios, fees, and contact options, helping you choose someone who feels right for you.
Therapy for Black Girls
Therapy for Black Girls is a welcoming online community that centers the mental well-being of Black women. The platform makes it easier to find culturally responsive therapists, explore meaningful resources, and join conversations that affirm and empower. When searching the directory, select “chronic illness” to find therapists experienced in supporting clients coping with breast cancer.
Therapy Matcher
If you live in Massachusetts and are looking for focused, compassionate care, Therapy Matcher can help guide you there. This free, confidential referral service connects you with licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) based on your individual needs. After you share your preferences, an experienced social worker reviews your request and suggests therapists from their trusted network.
Zocdoc
Zocdoc makes it easy to take the next step in your care. You can search for doctors, specialists, or mental health providers who accept your insurance, read verified patient reviews, and book appointments online—all in one place. The platform is free to use and available through both its website and mobile app.
