New Medical Diagnosis

Finding out that you or a family member has a serious medical condition can be a huge emotional shock.  Having no close support people around you can turn the shock into a crisis, leaving you with feelings of isolation and abandonment.

Talk it through...

counseling provides the opportunity to talk about the negative feelings related to the illness, the medical procedures, and the inevitable financial strain.  Fears about the future can be kept in perspective, restoring some confidence about moving forward. If you are away from family and friends, use your counseling sessions to talk through any concerns about what to tell them and when. Learn to manage their anxieties as well as your own.