Coming to terms with a cancer diagnosis can be challenging, it often brings new emotions and feelings as well as change.
Counselling is a talking therapy that allows you to discuss and explore your concerns and feelings in a confidential environment. A counsellor is trained to listen to what you are saying and help untangle your feelings and worries, you will also have the space to express your emotions without fear of upsetting anyone. All of our Counsellors have either completed a BACP/UKCP accredited course or are in supervised counselling training.
1:1 Counselling
At the Fountain Centre we offer face-to-face counselling in one of our dedicated counselling rooms. Patients are offered up to 8 sessions and carers are offered 6 sessions.
These are regular consecutive sessions with the same counsellor throughout.
Virtual Counselling
At the Fountain Centre we offer virtual counselling via various platforms including, Zoom, Microsoft Teams and the telephone. Patients are offered up to 12 sessions and carers are offered 8 sessions.
These are regular consecutive sessions with the same counsellor throughout.
Ward Listening
We offer a friendly confidential listening service to all cancer patients on Onslow ward at RSH.
If you are in hospital and feel it would be helpful to chat with someone, share concerns you have or gain some information, you can speak to one of our skilled listening volunteers.
Rapid Response
Sometimes support is needed sooner rather than later. This can be for many reasons, including anxiety over a recent cancer diagnosis or if a family member’s cancer prognosis has worsened.
We provide a rapid response service that aims to see families within 48 hours of being referred. These families usually have a loved one who is currently an in-patient at the Royal Surrey or are able to come to the Fountain Centre.
Groups
Contact us for further details.
Have Questions?
- How long do the sessions last?
- How many sessions can I have?
- I am seeing a counsellor outside of the Fountain Centre, can I see both?
- What can I talk about in the sessions?
- Do I need to attend every week?
How long do the sessions last?
Sessions can last for up to 50 minutes.
How many sessions can I have?
Patients are offered up to 8 sessions and carers are offered 6 sessions.
I am seeing a counsellor outside of the Fountain Centre, can I see both?
We are aware that cancer affects every aspect of your life, however, if you have issues that are affecting you, such as historical relationship issues, parents with their own health issues or anything that is not related to your cancer diagnosis, please speak to your GP or seek private counselling via the BACP or UKCP.
What can I talk about in the sessions?
Once you have had your assessment, you may book further appointments by calling 01483 406618. You may only have one appointment booked at a time. We do not book more than 3 weeks
in advance. Some of our services may require a further assessment before you can access them
How long do the sessions last?
Sessions can last for up to 50 minutes.
£100 Donation
Could provide one to one support for a child or family member with a parent facing a cancer diagnosis.
