A completely FREE, confidential service for patients and their loved ones navigating a blood cancer diagnosis in Gloucestershire.
Self Referral to access our Counselling Service
Emotional Support for You and Your Family
Facing a blood cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Whether you are a patient or a family member, you don’t have to carry the weight of it alone. Our new counselling service is here to support you.
Whatever you are feeling right now is completely normal. Common feelings include anger, fear, guilt, and uncertainty, or even anxiety about navigating the different stages of blood cancer. Our counselling service is a safe space to share without judgement. We offer a breathing space for patients and their families, away from the clinical hustle. The sessions take place in our private Linc Wellbeing space at Patch in central Gloucester.
Counselling Service Overview
- Cost: Our counselling service is completely free of charge thanks to our wonderful donors.
- Location: Normally in-person at Patch or online via Zoom if needed.
- Duration: 50 minute sessions over a 6 or 12 week period or flexible as needed.
- Confidentiality: This is a private space separate from your medical team.
- Eligibility: We support patients and families being treated in Gloucestershire
- Patients: Newly diagnosed, undergoing treatment, or post-treatment.
- Loved Ones: Partners, adult children, parents, or primary caregivers.
Finding the Right Support: Counselling vs. Clinical Psychology
If you are currently undergoing intensive or active inpatient hospital treatment, or if you are experiencing severe distress that makes it difficult to engage with your medical care, you may need the specialist Clinical Psychology service instead of counselling.
Click here to visit our Clinical Psychology Page to learn more about this hospital-based service and how to get a referral from your medical team.
Patch in Gloucester
Our face-to-face sessions take place at Patch in Gloucester.
It is located right in the heart of Gloucester, making it perfectly placed for anyone travelling by bus or train, or walking over from the hospital. It is a warm, welcoming space designed to give you a comfortable environment away from a clinical setting.
- Accessible: Fully step-free access and amenities
- Comfortable: Free hot drinks and a quiet space to sit
- Flexible: Parking nearby and easily reachable via local public transport links
“The mental burden can be just as debilitating as the illness itself. I found it incredibly difficult to open up, but my greatest strength came from Linc stepping in. I was finally able to reach a safe space.”
-Paul, Husband & Caregiver
What to Expect
Taking the first step is simple, and we are here to guide you through it:
Step 1:
Fill in and submit the form below. It only takes a minute.
Step 2:
A short phone chat. A friendly member of our team will call you within 3 days to understand what you need.
Step 3:
Attend your first session. You will have your first appointment either at Patch or via Zoom with a qualified Linc counsellor who understands the impact of blood cancer.
All Linc counsellors are fully qualified and registered with a professional body.
Counselling Self-Referral Form
If you would like to access our support, please complete the brief form below and a member of our team will be in touch.
Help Us Keep This Service Free
Our counselling service is funded entirely by the kindness of our supporters. If you are in a position to help us keep this vital service free for other local families navigating a blood cancer diagnosis, any contribution makes a massive difference.
Important: If you need help right now
Our counselling service is not an emergency crisis line. If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, are in deep distress, or feel unsafe:
- Call 111
- Call Samaritans on 116 123
- or go to your local A&E immediately.
