Christina Monaco, MSW, LMSW

Oncology Social Worker

Christina is an oncology social worker at CancerCare, providing counseling to people coping with cancer and people who have experienced the loss of a loved one.

Additional training:

• Certified School Social Worker- NYS Education Department
• Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Affiliations and Teaching/Leadership Roles:

• NYU Silver Champions Ambassador

Awards and Boards:

• Phi Alpha Honor Society for Social Work
• Summa Cum Laude - NYU Silver School of Social Work

Christina shares, “Being an oncology social worker at CancerCare has given me the opportunity to provide free services to people affected by a life-altering illness, regardless of socioeconomic status or any other demographic factor. In a medical world that can feel daunting for our clients, I am passionate about creating a space that feels safe, welcoming, and accessible to all. Forming therapeutic relationships and walking alongside individuals on their emotional journeys is a gift that I’m so grateful to experience!”