Holding Space: A Cancer Support & Therapy Group
A cancer diagnosis changes everything—your body, your relationships, your identity, and the way you see the future. It’s overwhelming, disorienting, and often lonely.
Holding Space is a professionally facilitated, 8-week virtual therapy group designed to help you process the emotional and psychological impact of cancer in a safe, supportive community. Together, we speak honestly, build resilience, and find strength through connection.
This Group is for You If:
- You’re currently undergoing cancer treatment or living with a recent diagnosis
- You feel emotionally overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or alone
- You’re struggling with body changes, identity shifts, or loss of control
- You’re seeking a space where you can be seen, heard, and understood
- You want practical tools to help manage fear, depression, and stress
Program Details
- Each 75-minute session includes:
- Guided emotional check-ins and grounding practices
- Focused topics including grief, anxiety, identity, body image, and meaning-making
- Evidence-based coping tools and reflective exercises
- Professionally facilitated by a psychologist with advanced training in group therapy and emotional resilience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who facilitates the group?
The group is led by a health psychologist with specialized training in group therapy and emotional resilience. You’ll be guided by a mental health professional experienced in supporting individuals coping with the psychological impact of cancer.
What kind of group is this—support or therapy?
This is a structured psychotherapy group, not a casual support group. Each session is intentionally designed to explore emotional themes like fear, grief, identity shifts, and resilience. It blends open discussion with coping strategies, reflective exercises, and guided tools.
What topics will we cover in the group?
Each week explores a core theme related to the cancer experience, including:
- Emotional overwhelm and regulation
- Anxiety, fear, and depression
- Grief and loss (visible and invisible)
- Body image and identity
- Communication and support
- Existential and spiritual concerns
- Integration and healing after group ends
What if I’m not comfortable sharing in a group setting?
That’s okay. There’s no pressure to speak before you’re ready. Many people start by listening and gradually choose to share. This group is a space of safety, respect, and consent—you participate in the way that feels right for you.
How many people will be in the group?
To keep the space intimate and supportive, each group includes 4 to 7 participants. This size allows for meaningful connection without becoming overwhelming, especially in a virtual format.
What is the format and structure of the group?
The program runs for 8 weeks, with 75-minute virtual sessions each week on Zoom. Every session includes grounding, emotional check-ins, discussion around a weekly theme, coping tools, and closing reflections.
How do I sign up or get more information?
You can reserve your spot through our online registration form Contact
Tel: (346) 504-0129
Email: info@@dyerpsy.com
