Counselling

A diagnosis of cancer can be a devastating experience for both the person diagnosed and the people close to them.

Many people can get support by talking to close family or friends.  However, it can sometimes help to talk to someone outside of that circle who has been trained to listen & help you explore your feelings.

Talking to a counselor or psychologist can ease the sense of isolation you may feel and help you find ways to face the challenges ahead…

 

Is Counselling For Me?

• I feel anxious or worried about cancer and my treatment.
• I have felt depressed or discouraged.
• I have been irritable or unusually angry.
• My sleep habits have changed.
• I have had difficulty concentrating at work, at home or on routine things like reading.
• Cancer and its treatment have interfered with my family or social life.
• Cancer and its treatment have interfered with my sexual life.
• Cancer has caused physical, emotional, or financial hardship for me.
• Cancer or its treatment has caused changes in my physical appearance and it concerns me.
• I have difficulty coping with the stress I have experienced.

We understand that every patient’s needs are different and we want to provide the most suitable counselling or therapy for you.  Please download and fill out this short questionnaire, if you are interested in participating in counselling or therapy provided AT NO COST TO YOU by partners of The Cayman Islands Cancer Society.

You may return it to us by email or you can print it out and drop it off to us at the Cayman Islands Cancer Society, 114 Maple Rd, George Town.

 

Free government-provided Counselling

Did you know that free private counselling is available for anyone thanks to the Ministry of Health? If you would like to take advantage of their services contact 949-8789. They are located on the 2^nd Fl Apollo House West (87 Mary St), George Town. Hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.  10-12 free sessions are available.

 

EAP (Employee Assistance Program of the Cayman Islands)

EAP (Employee Assistance Program of the Cayman Islands) offers counseling to their member companies.  If you would like to know if your company is a member, you can confidentially call 949-9559.  If your company is a member, and you are over the age of 18, you are eligible to receive free confidential counseling.  For more information, Email:  eap@eapcayman.com  or Call: (345) 949-9559

 

Counselling Utilizing Insurance

If you have an insurance plan that provides mental health benefits there are several counselors in private practice whose fees are covered by the insurance provider. Ask you insurance provider what mental health benefits you have.  

 

Support Groups

From time to time the Cancer Society provides support groups for six week sessions. If you would like to inquire about joining a support group please contact us at the Cancer Society.

 

Peer Support

If you are a current cancer patient and would like to be introduced via telephone or email to a cancer survivor for peer support please contact us at the Cancer Society.