Episode 70 - Mental health support

Coping with a brain tumour diagnosis brings huge challenges - from the shock of diagnosis to the anxiety of waiting for scan or test results, to relationships issues, physical changes and financial pressures. These can be especially overwhelming for teenagers and young adults who are already navigating their education and growing independence. That’s where people today's guest comes in. Dr Clare Jacobson is a Specialist Clinical Psychologist in a Teenage and Young Adult Cancer Service. Using imagery and analogies, she shares some practical tips that she uses, and that has learned from those in therapy, that we can all put into practice to support our mental health. You can follow Clare on Instagram hereAnd see some of her video tips on our website here. If you or someone you know needs a listening ear, you can contact our Support Team by calling 0808 800 0004, by using the web chat on our website or by emailing [email protected] you have any questions about this episode of the podcast, email [email protected]