Victoria joined the team at Life with Cancer in October 2023 as a pediatric behavioral health therapist, oncology and licensed clinical social worker.  She is based in the Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) Clinic at Inova Schar Cancer. She received her Master of Social Work degree with a specialization in Clinical Practice from George Mason […]

Carolyn comes to Inova Life with Cancer (LWC) after graduating with her master’s in social work from George Mason University in 2022. Her clinical practicum was with LWC working at Inova Schar Cancer – Fair Oaks Hospital with populations in radiation and medical oncology and supporting LWC’s support groups and programs. She now continues these […]

Alex joined Inova Life with Cancer in 2023 and is currently providing inpatient care at Inova Fairfax Hospital.  Alex received her Master’s Degree in Art Therapy and Counseling from The George Washington University, specializing in trauma.  Alex is a board-certified art therapist, licensed professional counselor, supervisor, certified yoga teacher and adjunct professor.  Areas of expertise […]

Lindsey joined the team at Life with Cancer in August 2023. As a pediatric behavioral health therapist, oncology and licensed professional counselor supervisor, Lindsey aims to support children, adolescents, and families across the cancer trajectory through a relational and compassionate lens. Lindsey received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of North […]

Alyssa is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board-Certified Art Therapist who joined the Inova Life with Cancer team in 2023. She received her master’s degree in art therapy and counseling from The George Washington University. Alyssa has experience providing care to children, adolescents, and adults within medical facilities, community centers, and the private practice setting. […]

Marie first joined the Life with Cancer team as an intern in the summer of 2022, then the Pediatric team full-time in June of 2023. She earned her Masters in Education with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at George Mason University and is currently a Resident in Counseling in the state of Virginia. […]

Barbara joined Inova Loudoun Hospital in 2015 in Case Management, and later transitioned to the Inova Schar Cancer – Life with Cancer Team as a Behavioral Health Therapist, Oncology in spring 2022. She offers a wealth of knowledge from over 32 years of experience in healthcare, education, supportive treatment and community building in Loudoun and […]

Rebecca joined Inova Peterson Life with Cancer in 2021 as a Manager of Oncology Navigation and Counseling at Inova Schar Cancer. She brings 25+ years of experience as a social worker serving in clinical, administrative, program development, and leadership roles in community behavioral health.  She is passionate about supporting the development of behavioral health professionals, […]

Tosha is a Behavioral Health Therapist, Oncology at the Inova Alexandria Hospital Radiation Clinic and Alexandria Infusion Clinic (Mark Center). Tosha attended the University of North Carolina Wilmington for undergraduate studies and earned her Master’s in Social Work from Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, Texas. Prior to joining Life with Cancer, she […]

Kim Lowery Walker, MBA, LCSW-C joined Life with Cancer in 2021 as a Behavioral Health Therapist, Oncology and coordinator of the Integrative Psycho-Oncology Program (IPOP), a four-program curriculum designed to build emotional coping skills and resilience from cognitive, mindfulness-based, and contemplative perspectives. She has a passion for using mind-body interventions, such as mindfulness meditation, yoga, […]