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 counseling through the Cancer Society of Greenville County at 113 Mills Avenue. 

GROUPS - Meetings are held at the Cancer Society of Greenville County

Patient Group - The Cancer Society of Greenville County sponsors a patient group that meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m.

Breast Cancer Group  - The Cancer Society of Greenville County sponsors a  Breast Cancer support group for women who have either recently been diagnosed with breast cancer, going through treatment or have already completed treatment. 1st and 3rd Thursday at 12 Noon

Caregiver/Family Group - The Cancer Society of Greenville County sponsors a group for family and caregivers on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 3:00 p.m.

Grief Groups are for people who have lost a loved one for any reason, not just cancer. Grief for newly bereaved - 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 12 Noon; Grief for bereaved over 1 year - 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 11:00 a.m.

INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING

For individual counseling for cancer patients, family members and those that have experienced the loss of a loved one, call for an appointment - 864-232-8439.  Appointments are held at the Cancer Society of Greenville County.

COUNSELING FOR CHILDREN

The Fifth Season - Bereavement Counseling for children, teens and parents.  For appointments or information, please call Patty Broderick 864-404-5070.