Treating a patient's mind, as well as her body, goes a long way to winning a life-threatening struggle. A licensed psychologist with experience in breast cancer treatment can help the patient learn how to cope with the emotional, physical and lifestyle changes she is facing, as well as with medical treatments that can be painful and traumatic. For instance, psychologists can teach women relaxation exercises, meditation, self-hypnosis, imagery and other skills that can effectively relieve nausea caused by treatments. As a service to your community, the Psychologists in Independent Practice would like to offer a psychologist in your area to speak with you on this topic. She would be able to discuss how a psychologist can help patients deal with stress.
Stress reduction can help boost the immune system.
Psychologists can also help women communicate more effectively with their health care providers. Research suggests that patients who are assertive with their physicians have better health outcomes than those that are more passive. I look forward to speaking with you.