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gilliann
12 years agoMember
A little bit of extra help
Hi my lovely pink girlies,
Was wondering if anyone throughout their journey went for any counseling?
I've been holding it together pretty well, my last chemo is on 28th Nov. I'm struggling to keep u...
Janey235
12 years agoMember
I have never been one to have counselling but I did go to see the psychologist at Peter Mac before my final decision on having a double mastectomy. I was quite nervous at first but after a few minutes, I was talking to her like an old friend. Things came out that I had bottled up in side, including anger and the 'why me' feelings. I think talking to a professional trained in this area helped me to not feel guilty about my anger and fears and to try and let them go. I haven't always been successful but I'm getting there.
The Cancer Council might be a good place to start as Paula said and as Deanne said, you are certainly not alone.
Best wishes
Janey xxx