They will match you with someone who understands what you're going through, who will give you a weekly call and be your listening ear. Macmillan have a free telephone buddy service. ![]() We can also direct you to other local support networks and services if appropriate. It is always possible to return for more sessions if these are needed in future. We can work flexibly with you to fit these around other commitments, such as treatment. ![]() Some people find that one session is enough to help them move forward, but more often we agree on a number of sessions of talking therapy, typically around six to eight. Once we have received your referral, we aim to contact you by phone within a week to talk through what to expect next. If you still wish to go ahead, we will arrange to meet you in person or by telephone/video within a few weeks.Īt our first session, we will find out about your experience of cancer and how we can support you. If you feel that you might benefit from psychological therapy, please let your clinical team know. You can also email the MaPS team directly on ask for a referral via the Macmillan Advice Guidance Service. We offer confidential sessions with a psychological therapist who can offer a range of approaches to help you. ![]()
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