Mind and emotions
It’s very normal to experience a whole range of emotions when you or a loved one has cancer. Shock, fear, anger, sadness, even guilt, are experienced by nearly everyone affected by cancer at some point.
It can be helpful to think about the psychological impact of cancer as just another side effect; different to say nausea or pain, but just as relevant to how you feel.
Wherever you see this icon across our website, take it as a reminder that your mind matters and your emotional wellbeing is a very important part of your cancer journey.
Accepting that it is okay to feel difficult emotions and finding ways to help cope with them can help you feel more resilient and able to live well with cancer, whatever your situation.
More support for your mind and emotions
One-to-one counselling
This is with our experienced counsellors by phone, Zoom or at our wellbeing centre near Bristol. We offer six sessions to help you explore, process, and move forward with the impact of cancer on your life.
Unfortunately, due to staff shortages we are currently unable to accept any new applications for counselling.
Clinical hypnotherapy
Our monthly online group hypnotherapy sessions provide an opportunity for safe deep relaxation and can help you feel more in control of your situation. Topics covered include managing chemotherapy, living with uncertainty, building resilience, managing hot flushes, coping with pain, and feeling safe.
If you would like to speak to one of our team to understand what support is best for you right now, our Client Support Team is here for you Mondays to Fridays 10am – 4pm with support and guidance: clientsupport@pennybrohn.org.uk, 0303 3000 118.
Over the next few months, we will be developing more services focused specifically on addressing the most important cancer-related concerns. If you would like to keep up to date with new support we can offer we recommend signing up for our weekly email newsletter.