Lisa Klekovkina, MSW

I’m a clinical social worker at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK). I support adults and families navigating the emotional and practical challenges of a cancer diagnosis.

In my role, I provide supportive counseling to patients and families. I work with them and their care team to address concerns related to making decisions, and coping and living with cancer.

My clinical interests include the psychological and relational effects of cancer. This includes helping people cope with traumatic stress and supporting patients and families through serious illness and end-of-life care. I’m especially interested in helping people make sense of their experiences while drawing on their existing strengths, relationships, sense of identity, and sources of meaning.

Before joining MSK in 2026, I gained extensive experience in psycho-oncology and clinical research. I helped support people and their loved ones affected by cancer at all stages of their journey.

I’m certified in Managing Cancer and Living Meaningfully (CALM). I also have training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and brief psychodynamic psychotherapy. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to the distinct goals and needs of each person I work with.

Outside of work, you can usually find me running, cycling, hiking, traveling, or spending time at home with my cat.