Mental Health Support
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Psychological Support for Cancer Patients: We Are Here for You
Cancer patients in Ukraine face more than just a diagnosis. They endure the strain of war, displacement, financial hardship, and isolation – all while fighting a life-threatening illness. Chronic stress isn’t just a background condition; it directly affects survival rates and treatment outcomes.
9.6 million Ukrainians live with mental health conditions, 80% of Ukrainians live with chronic or frequent stress.
At Mission Kharkiv, we believe that psychological support is not an optional extra – it’s essential care. That’s why mental health is a core component of our Ukraine Cancer Relief program
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How we work
Within our Mental Health program, our specialists are dedicated to three core therapeutic practices: Person-centered therapy, Gestalt therapy, and Positive psychotherapy.
Operating in Kharkiv, Kyiv, Dnipro, and Lviv, our Mental Health project brings structured, accessible psychological care to those who need it most. We offer:
- Online group therapy sessions: Safe spaces to share, connect, and build resilience.
- One-on-one therapy: Individual sessions tailored to the unique experience of each patient.
Our team specializes in person-centered therapy, Gestalt therapy, and positive psychotherapy. Every session is rooted in empathy, professionalism, and care.
Breaking the silence
Mental health support in Ukraine is still surrounded by stigma. Too many people suffer in silence – not because help isn’t possible, but because it feels out of reach.
At Mission Kharkiv, we are advocating for a shift. We want to see mental health support integrated into national cancer care protocols, the same way it is in advanced healthcare systems. Because the body and mind heal better together.
Since launching the project “Psychological Support for Cancer Patients: We Are Here for You”:
- 149 group therapy sessions.
- 96 individual consultations.
- 141 people who found support.
This section of the website was developed within the project “Psychological Support for Cancer Patients: We Are Here!”, implemented by Mission Kharkiv with the support of the Capable and Strong program, carried out by the East Europe Foundation with financial assistance from Switzerland.
The views expressed in this section do not necessarily reflect the position of the East Europe Foundation or the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation.
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