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The cancer patient and their family members experience a host of powerful emotions
following a diagnosis. Some of the most common responses may include the following:
depression, anxiety, a sense of being overwhelmed, shock, denial, hopelessness,
powerlessness and fear.
Counseling with a trained, licensed counselor can be a vital link of support in
a time of crisis. Counseling can offer a safe, non-threatening place to express
and sort through intense thoughts and feelings.
Through counseling there is an opportunity to learn and increase coping skills
and to gain focus and a balanced perspective. This results in more positive thinking
and a sense of control over circumstances. It can also reduce stress and boost
the immune system.
The support of counseling can turn a crisis into a challenge. No matter what
the prognosis, emotional healing can take place.
Cancer patients, their family members and the bereaved in the community can find
free group and individual therapy through the Cancer Society of Greenville County.
You may call 232-8439 to register for group meetings (see our "calendar" page
for dates of group meetings). Individual, private counseling for cancer patients,
family members and those that have experienced the loss of a loved one from cancer
may receive further information or schedule an appointment for individual therapy
by calling 232-8439. |
