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Feeling a failure
Does anyone know if there is a phone consult available for breast cancer mental health? I had two lumpectomies and axillary clearance due to cancer in one node in early 2019. Then rads. Then hormon...
Hi @LibbyA, sorry to hear you are going through a challenging time. Just to add to the wonderful, supportive responses and suggestions; It sounds like
the professional you are seeking is a ‘Psycho-oncologist’, you can ask your GP
for a referral to a clinical psychologist with experience in dealing with cancer-related
distress. Alternatively, visit the Find a Psychologist | APS
(psychology.org.au) and go to
‘Find a psychologist’; ‘General Health’ and select ‘Cancer support (clients and
carers)’. BCNA have an article in The Beacon publication Time
to talk: the benefits of psycho-oncology which you may find useful.
Additionally, Cancer Council Queensland's Cancer Counselling Service offers an opportunity to talk with nurse counsellors and psychologists who can help you with cancer-related challenges. To discuss a referral or your support options call Cancer Council 13 11 20.