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Psychological support for people living with cancer and healthcare professionals:
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.

In Ukrainian society, the topic of mental health is stillsurrounded by stigma. Too many people suffer in silence – not because help isunavailable, but because seeking it often feels frightening or inappropriate.

We advocate for psychological support to become an integralpart of cancer care – as it has long been in many countries around the world.Because the body and mind must heal together.

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

As part of our mental health program, we provide patients with accessible and structured psychological support. Our specialists work within three main therapeutic approaches: client-centered therapy, Gestalt therapy, and positive psychotherapy.

We offer free group and individual online sessions with professional psychologists for:

  • people living with cancer;
  • oncologists and healthcare professionals.

Our group online sessions create a safe space for communication, emotional support, and strengthening inner resilience. Each group includes up to 10 participants.

Individual therapy focuses on each patient’s personal experiences and needs.

The program is free of charge, and participation is anonymous and confidential.

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Breaking the silence

The psychological support project, funded by the Eastern Europe Foundation and the Government of Switzerland, has come to an end.

Since launching the project “Psychological Support for Cancer Patients: We Are Here for You”:

  • 225 group therapy sessions.
  • 130 individual consultations.
  • 110 people who found support.

We have now launched a new psychological support project for people living with cancer and healthcare professionals, made possible through the financial support of our partner Direct Relief.

In September, six psycho-emotional support groups were established, bringing together 128 participants – including 108 patients and 19 healthcare professionals.

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