Counseling

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We believe that the most successful way to treat cancer is by treating the whole person.

Patients come to us with many concerns and many personal resources. If we can accentuate the use of personal resources while minimizing the concerns weighing on a patient's mind, coping with cancer becomes easier.

A part of the medical team available to patients at the University of Virginia is the Psychosocial Team. This is a team of professionals made up of psychologists, social workers, chaplains, and educators. Each of these resources is available to cancer patients to help with the variety of counseling needs that arise during diagnosis, treatment and the follow-up period. Support groups and special programs are offered to give the full range of services that help support patients and families.

The Patient Support Services of the University of Virginia Cancer Center is a place where the creative support is expressed. Patients and families coming to the clinic are greeted by caring volunteers who offer refreshments and a warm smile. Should a patient have a particular need, the volunteers open the avenues of communications to the psychosocial services, the physicians and other health professionals, as well as community resources.