Psycho-Oncology

Support in the context of cancer – for patients and relatives

A cancer diagnosis does not only affect the body. It changes life on many levels – physically, emotionally, and within one’s social environment.
Many people experience uncertainty, anxiety, or a sense of inner overwhelm.
Relatives are often deeply affected as well and may be searching for a way to cope with the situation.
Psycho-oncological support offers a protected space to make sense of these experiences and to develop a way of dealing with them.

When can psycho-oncological support be helpful?

after diagnosis, in coping with shock and uncertainty
during treatment, when facing anxiety, strain, or exhaustion
in dealing with physical changes and their impact on self-image
when changes in partnership or family life become challenging
in the face of existential questions, worries, or fears about the future
for relatives experiencing their own stress or sense of helplessness

My approach

In my work, I combine psycho-oncological expertise with my broader therapeutic background.
I work from a systemic and resource-oriented perspective. This also means taking into account how the illness affects your environment, your relationships, and your everyday life. The focus is on what may be helpful in your specific situation. The aim is not to cope in a “right” way, but to find an individual and sustainable way of dealing with the situation.

Systemic Therapy

It helps to understand connections, develop new perspectives, and expand your scope for action.

Couples Therapy

It can be supportive when an illness places strain on a relationship, when conversations become difficult, or when different ways of coping lead to tension.

Hypnotherapy (Ericksonian approach)

It can facilitate access to inner resources and help restore a sense of inner stability and calm.

Mindfulness-Based Methods

They support a different way of relating to difficult thoughts and emotions and help to remain more stable in the present moment.

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For patients and relatives

The service is aimed both at people with a cancer diagnosis and at their relatives. Partners, children, and other close persons are often directly affected as well.
Many people wish to better understand their role or find a way of dealing with the strain.
Sessions can take place individually or together.

Fees & framework

Individual session (50 minutes): € 110

Appointments can usually be arranged at short notice.
In many cases, sessions can also take place online – particularly when travel is burdensome or greater flexibility is needed.
Costs are not covered by statutory health insurance.
Further information on the framework and conditions can be found here.

If you feel that this kind of support could be helpful for you, you are welcome to get in touch.

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