As part of the Palliative and Supportive Care Program, Cleveland Clinic’s Psycho-Oncology Program is here to care for your emotional and mental well-being throughout your cancer journey.
Our team of compassionate, specially trained psychiatrists and psychologists will work with you using talk therapy, medications or a combination of both. We focus on helping you manage the emotional challenges that can come with a cancer diagnosis — helping you cope, feel heard and maintain your quality of life. These issues can include:
- Depression and anxiety
- Fear of cancer coming back or progressing
- Anger or irritability
- Sleep problems
- Cognitive changes
- Mental health side effects of cancer and/or cancer treatment
- Sexual health changes
- Family coping
- Grief and end-of-life issues
- Preexisting mental health issues impacting your cancer journey
It’s natural to experience changes in mood, emotions or behavior after a cancer diagnosis. Your oncology team can help connect you with the right support. Reach out to request a referral.
If you’re experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, call 911 immediately or go to the nearest emergency department.
If you’re having thoughts of suicide or crisis, you can:
- Call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988
- Call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
