Cancer Counseling

More than 40% of people in the United States are diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives. At Holistic Health and Psychiatry in Arlington, Texas, board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner Peter Formusoh, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, and the experienced team provide children, teenagers, and adults with cancer counseling to overcome challenging or upsetting situations linked to their diagnoses. Schedule counseling sessions at Holistic Health and Psychiatry by phone or request one online today.

What is cancer counseling?

Cancer counseling at Holistic Health and Psychiatry includes health education, counseling, and psychotherapy (talk therapy) to help you or a loved one cope with a cancer diagnosis.

Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed or have already begun cancer treatment, the Holistic Health and Psychiatry experts are here for you every step of the way to support you emotionally.

What are examples of cancer-related mental health concerns?

A cancer diagnosis can lead to:

• Depression and anxiety
• Trauma
• Ongoing stress
• Trouble coping with the reality of your diagnosis
• Constant fear or worry
• Job challenges
• Struggles with interpersonal relationships
• Stressing about money
• Grief
• Concerns about cancer returning after treatment
• Stress about not being able to care for loved ones
• Chronic pain
• Insomnia

Family members or close friends of a person with cancer might have many of these same concerns.

What are the benefits of cancer counseling?

The benefits of cancer counseling at Holistic Health and Psychiatry include:

• Less stress, anxiety, and depression
• Health education
• Peace of mind
• Mood improvements
• Improved interpersonal relationships
• Reduced trauma
• Better quality of life
• More hope about the future

Cancer counseling can help you overcome the physical, emotional, and mental health challenges linked to your cancer diagnosis.

Is cancer counseling right for me?

Anyone with a cancer diagnosis, as well as their close friends and family members, are candidates for cancer counseling at Holistic Health and Psychiatry. The Holistic Health and Psychiatry team tailors counseling sessions to your needs.

What should I expect during cancer counseling?

Cancer counseling at Holistic Health and Psychiatry consists of health education and psychotherapy. You might meet with a mental health specialist individually, as a couple, with your family, or in a larger group.

The Holistic Health and Psychiatry team completes a psychiatric evaluation to discuss your emotions, mood, behaviors, medical history, and the details of your cancer diagnosis.

Through weekly (or as needed) therapy sessions, your mental health expert offers cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and other forms of treatment to help you overcome cancer-related emotional and physical challenges. Health education helps keep you healthy before, during, and after cancer treatment.

The Holistic Health and Psychiatry team is here for you every step of the way, supporting you through your cancer journey to optimize your well-being.

Take advantage of cancer counseling at Holistic Health and Psychiatry. Call the office or request an appointment online today.