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Cancer Psychological Therapy
There is no ‘one size fits all’ in cancer. Cancer psychology can encompass a wide range of therapeutic interventions that accommodate the challenges of cancer diagnosis and treatment. As cancer psychologists we deliver a range of therapies and psychological interventions that meet the changing needs of people affected by cancer, including corporate training and coaching.
Adult cancer psychological therapy
Cancer psychological therapy is a special type of therapy that understands how cancer affects both your body and emotions. It helps with the challenges you may face during your cancer treatment, such as fear, grief, body image concerns, changes in relationships, and questions about life's meaning. By addressing your unique psychological and emotional needs during the cancer diagnosis and treatment, cancer psychological therapy provides you with a safe space to explore your feelings, gain valuable insights, receive support, and develop essential skills to navigate your cancer with increased resilience and a sense of empowerment.
Cancer counselling for family, teenage and young adults
Cancer psychological therapy for teenagers and young adults is specifically designed to address the unique emotional and social challenges you may face during your cancer treatment. As specialists, we understand the impact cancer can have on school, friendships, and self-discovery. We provide a safe space for you to express your feelings, manage stress, navigate changes in your body and relationships, and make informed decisions about your healthcare. Our goal is to empower you, helping you cope, adapt, and live a fulfilling life during cancer treatment.
Preparing for cancer surgery
Psychological preparation for major cancer-related surgery is crucial as it alleviates anxiety, equips you with coping strategies, supports informed decision-making, and addresses your holistic needs. By managing your emotions and providing support, you can approach surgery with a more balanced mindset, potentially improving outcomes. Coping strategies will help you navigate challenges such as body changes, the use of stoma bags, and other effects resulting from cancer-related surgery. These strategies enhance your resilience and assist in adapting to the changes you may experience. Overall, psychological preparation enhances your surgical experience, well-being, and adjustment to post-surgery effects.
Collaboration with your cancer treatment team
In cancer psychological therapy, we recognise the significance of a multidisciplinary approach that involves close collaboration with medical professionals. This collaboration aims to better acknowledge the impact of cancer on your mental well-being and ensure coordinated and holistic care. By working together, we gain a comprehensive understanding of your needs, allowing the medical team to address psychological factors that may affect your treatment adherence, decision-making, and overall well-being.
Appointments available
We will do our best to match your preferred days and times, our regular hours are below. Please get in touch if your preference is outside of these hours. For a list of our fees, please see our rates page.
Thursday to Friday 9.30 am until 5.30 pm
Saturday to Sunday 9.30 am until 12.30 pm
FAQs
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At your first appointment we will ask you a few questions, discuss some of the circumstances that have brought you to therapy and look at how psychological therapy might be useful for you. You will have the opportunity to ask questions you have about psychological therapy, and we will determine together the frequency of and number of session based on your needs and preferences.
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Effective psychological therapy involves regular and consistent appointments. This can range from weekly to monthly depending on your needs and preference. This is often decided at your initial appointment with your psychologist.
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Yes. Everything you discuss in psychological therapy is confidential, just between you and the psychologist. There are some legal exceptions to this policy and we will clarify these exceptions to you at your first appointment.
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Yes. You may end your sessions whenever you feel necessary or you may wish to pause therapy for a little while. Either way, just let your psychologist know.
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We understand that a lot of things can get in the way of attending psychology appointment more regularly. We want to be as flexible as possible to help you manage your other commitments, and we therefore ask that you let us know 24 hours in advance if you need to cancel- you won’t be charged. If you have paid in advance for your session, you have the choice of a full refund or rescheduling your appointment.
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Cancellations on the day of your appointment or if you don’t attend at your appointment, will incur the full session fee. This is because the time and potential physical space is reserved for you ahead of time and therefore cannot be used for anyone else.
Corporate training and coaching
An investment in training and education on cancer and long term health conditions demonstrates a commitment to employee well-being, boosts morale, and fosters a culture of compassion and social responsibility. We offer a number of training and education packages derived from evidence based psychological models and principles, that cover a range of topics including managing major transitions, balancing productivity and burnout. We provide different levels of input based on your needs, all of which are designed according to key psychological principles set out below.
Immersive
Our training packages provide engaging and immersive experiences, empowering you to actively learn and apply psychological principles and strategies in a dynamic and practical manner that is highly relevant to your needs.
Relational
Our training emphasises the importance of cultivating relationships that nurture optimal workflow, creativity, and growth. By integrating communication skills principles, our packages enable you to build lasting relationships with your clients each other.
Scientific
Our training packages are built from scientific foundations which ensures effectiveness and reliability by basing the training on validated research, providing individuals with proven strategies to address specific challenges and promoting quality assurance.
Connecting you with us
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What are you looking for?
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Personalised suggestions.
We’ll share who from our team is the best fit for your needs and preferences.
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Pick the right psychologist.
Schedule a free 15 minute consultation with any of your recommended doctors to see if it is the right fit.
"Being allowed to talk was helpful, my psychologist could pick out certain things and show me it’s anxiety. The surgeons or nurses weren’t able to do this. Having this opportunity led me to think about recovery."
— Client, 2022