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COUNSELLING What Counselling means There are many times in our lives when we all really feel we need someone to talk to and to listen to us and this is basically what counselling is. Prostate Cancer can have a huge, far-reaching impact on your life and if you are in this position being heard properly can be really important. You may it difficult to handle the diagnosis and the subsequent treatments with all the side effects.
Things you can normally cope with, such as going to work, gardening, meeting up with friends may become more difficult, and become less important to you. Your intimate relationships might change because of the treatment you are having.
Many people with cancer have confusing and upsetting feelings as anger, guilt and sadness . And feeling that you’re not in control of your life at this time can be very distressing. What Counselling does Counselling provides a safe, supportive and confidential environment at a regular time and place where you can explore these feelings. Counsellors support you in putting into words what is happening to you and help you think about and bear your experiences. Counsellors won’t give you advice but will support you in finding your own way of understanding and living with your difficulties How to get Counselling In the first place it is worth discussing the position with your own doctor. Many GPs' surgeries now employ counsellors. If there isn't one at your doctor's, they will be aware of counselling services in your area.
The Cancer Information & Support Centre at the Bristol Haematology & Oncology Centre offers a free and confidential service where you can discuss how cancer is affecting your life. It provides information also on all aspects of living with cancer. Their HelpLine number is 0117 3423369 or Email:
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The Harbour provides a counselling service for people from Bristol and Bath and surrounding areas. No charge is made though donations are welcomed. Telephone 0117 925 9348 or Email:
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Positive Action on Cancer have counsellors working in Frome, Warminster, Bath and Trowbridge. Their services are free but donations are welcomed. Telephone 01373 455255 or Email:
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More information If you want more information on Counselling then visit: www.cancerhelp.org.uk Counselling in Bristol Couselling is available from The Harbour, 30 Frogmore Street, Bristol. BS1 5NA. Tel. 0117 925 9348
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