Melbourne Psycho-oncology Service

Deeply Involved in Providing Support at Crucial Moments

At Melbourne Psycho-oncology Service, our team is both experienced and deeply passionate about our work. We feel honoured to be involved in people’s lives during their most challenging moments. Our commitment is to provide empathetic and expert care, ensuring that every individual receives the support they need.

Our Practice

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Our History

Our History

Established at Cabrini Health in 2008 by Jane Fletcher, the service has steadily expanded over the years. It now operates across multiple sites in Melbourne, continuing to grow and enhance its reach to serve the community better.

Vision

Our Vision

Our Vision

At Melbourne Psycho-oncology Service, we aim to provide comprehensive, person-centred support to patients, couples, and families affected by a cancer diagnosis. We tailor our services to the unique needs of our patients, ensuring that everyone receives the personalised care and attention needed to help them navigate their cancer experience

Expert Counselling

and Psychotherapy

Melbourne Psycho-oncology Service offers extensive counselling and psychotherapy for patients, their families, and friends. Our team of psychologists and therapists bring over 30 years of combined experience in supporting individuals with cancer and those facing life-limiting illnesses. With a deep understanding of these unique challenges, we provide compassionate and expert care tailored to each person's needs.

Psycho-Oncology

Leadership

Our therapists are highly regarded experts in the field, actively participating in the local and national psycho-oncology community. From research, education and patient advocacy, the team at Melbourne Psycho-oncology Service provide high-level advice to key stakeholders and maintain affiliations with several Victorian universities. Additionally, they regularly engage with community and academic audiences, sharing their insights on psycho-oncology, palliative care, and other health-related topics. This extensive involvement ensures that our team remains at the forefront of advancements in the field and committed to providing the most informed care possible.

Skilled Cancer Care

The team at Melbourne Psycho-oncology Service supports individuals, couples, and families throughout every stage of their journey, from diagnosis to the end of treatment. Each team member has extensive experience in palliative care settings and is adept at addressing a wide range of issues.

Their expertise includes, but is not limited to:

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Memberships and Accreditations

The psychologists and psychiatrists at Melbourne Psycho-oncology Service are fully registered with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulatory Agency and hold full membership with their respective professional bodies and many other esteemed professional organisations. The team are committed to maintaining the highest standards of practice and staying current with advancements in the field. For expert psychological support, contact us today to schedule a consultation.

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