In treatment
There are many different types of treatments which are unique to each individual. ARC offers a range of services that can help when you are having treatment. For example, one-to-one counselling, reflexology and acupuncture which can help with pain control, nausea and anxiety.
ARC also delivers a number of talks by professionals which can be beneficial during treatments. Topics include fatigue, nutrition or talking to children about cancer.
Post/long-term treatment
Many clients come to ARC after treatment. This can be a time when people feel anxious. This can be associated with many different factors, such as uncertainty after being discharged from hospital, fewer scans, going back to work or having to change preconceived future plans.
ARC offers survivorship programmes and one to one therapies that can help with challenges that may come about post-treatment.
What we offer
ARC offers a range of complementary therapies, one to one and group sessions. All services are free of charge. Please note that touch therapies are currently suspended due to COVID-19.
Counselling
Counselling for people and their family members to help deal with the fear of a cancer diagnosis.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is used to address the side effects of treatment and helps reduce anxiety.
Manual Lymph Drainage
Manual lymph drainage is a specialised treatment for cancer-related lymphoedema.
Reflexology
Reflexology is a very gentle therapy that promotes relaxation.
Chair Yoga
This four-week chair yoga course can help reduce the impact of chronic illnesses and can help with stress management and coping with pain.
Stress Management
Teaches coping technique that can be put into daily practice to minimise stress.
Time to Adjust
Following treatment of breast cancer.
Cancer Thrive & Survive
Helpful to those who have finished treatment or who may be on to long term maintenance treatment.
Mindfulness
To help manage stress and improve well-being.