Body Image, Self-Esteem & Adjustment Counselling

Cancer and its treatment can bring noticeable changes to a person’s appearance, including scars, surgical changes, swelling, loss or alteration of body parts and other physical changes. Our body image and self-esteem counselling supports patients in understanding and processing the emotional impact of these changes. We provide a confidential and supportive environment where patients can openly discuss sadness, embarrassment, self-consciousness, loss of confidence or discomfort about their appearance.

Counselling helps patients develop healthier ways of relating to their changed appearance and managing concerns about how others may perceive or judge them. Through personalised psychological support, patients are encouraged to rebuild self-esteem, confidence and a positive sense of identity, develop acceptance and return to meaningful activities.