Counseling for Cancer Wellness in St. Louis County:

Cancer wellness IS possible.  Cancer is a life changing event that affects the entire family.  Treatment decisions, relationship changes, body changes, the roller coaster of emotions.....all of this takes its toll on families.  Finding a therapist who has been specifically trained and credentialed in this type of support is crucial during this time.  I became a Board Certified Oncology Social Worker earlier in my career and now work 24 hours weekly as a cancer call center counselor.  I stay current in research and treatment, cancer resources,  as well as the special issues of cancer survivorship.  When appropriate, I utilize Mindfulness Based Cancer Recovery techniques that have been proven to lessen the emotional and physical impact of cancer on the patient and on the caregiver.    I was the Clinical Director of the St. Louis Affiliate of the Cancer Support Community for 5 years and served on their BOD for 2 years.  During this time I trained with the Live Strong Foundation in Texas and the American Cancer Society as an I Can Cope support group facilitator.  I currently serve on several local cancer committees providing direction in cancer programming as a volunteer.  As a 2 decade survivor, I have a unique perspective on the needs of patients and their families. 

www.cancersupportcommunity.org/MainMenu/About-Cancer/. To listen to an interview with Cancer Support Community CEO and myself regarding the services of the cancer support call line.