In a study, it was found that a significant percentage of people diagnosed with cancer would benefit from professional psychological support. From 25% upto 50% for stage IV diagnoses. It is suspected that everyone would benefit from it.
The impact of diagnosis alone is a shock.
Treatment for cancer can be a long process. There are many points along the way when anxiety can become a major issue. Particularly in the first stage between diagnoses and the start of treatment.
This is recognised.
There is a specific NHS service designed to help you: IAPT
Improved Access to Psychological Therapy
You should not have to go onto a long waiting list for IAPT.
In some parts of the country Cancer Prehab (prehabilitation) services are available for anyone diagnosed with cancer to help them prepare for treatment. These services normally include support for your mental health