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When someone in a family is diagnosed with cancer, it can affect everyone. This creates a continuous cycle of fear and anxiety, which can lead to Post-Traumatic Stress or a diagnosis of PTSD. In this one-hour presentation, psychologist Dr. Ann Friedman and trauma-survivor Shawn Alex Nemeth shine a light on this complex issue and equip participants with evidenced-based tools to relieve fear and anxiety.

Managing Anxiety and PTSD Following a Cancer Diagnosis: Effective Strategies to Navigate

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

Describe the body's stress responses with PTS, PTSD and FCR.

Describe the research on PTS, PTSD, and Fear of Cancer Recurrence (FCR) in cancer patients, cancer survivors, their caregivers and loved ones.

Demonstrate 6 mind-body practices for stress reduction for PTS, PTSD, and FCR.

This activity is approved by Texas Psychological Association. TPA is an approved provider of professional development approved by Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists to offer professional development for psychologists.

This course includes the following:

One Training Videos + One Quiz

Presentation Guide

Professional Development Certificate

Bundles

Meet the instructor

Shawn Alex Nemeth, Trauma Survivor 

Shawn Alex Nemeth is a talented speaker, author, coach, and entrepreneur whose life purpose is to help childhood trauma survivors heal and thrive. He is also the Founding Director and CEO of Chester Street Foundation, a nonprofit he established to shine a light on childhood trauma through education and awareness. 

Patrick Jones - Course author
Meet the instructor

Ann Friedman, Psychologist 

Ann Friedman, PhD, a psychologist and certified trauma specialist, works with individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and schools teaching mindfulness and effective communication through Mental Health America of Greater Houston. Working with both adults and children, Ann has provided trainings throughout Southeast Texas and in Florida, Puerto Rico, Oklahoma, North Carolina, and California. For ten years, Ann served as Adjunct Professor in the U.H. Counseling Psychology Graduate Program. She completed her Internship in Clinical Psychology at U.T. Health Science Center and her Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Neuropsychology and Behavioral Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine.

Patrick Jones - Course author

What people are saying about this course!

Great presentation! Very relevant to the audience with practical skills for all to benefit from.
I am pediatric cancer survivor now in college. The speakers’ discussion of techniques will definitely help me as I deal with cancer while being in college.
All patients and caregivers and providers of cancer patients can benefit from this!
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Trigger warning: This training contains content related to trauma that may be triggering for some people. Please step away to take a break and use a self-care strategy if you find the material overwhelming.
Please contact the Mobile Crisis Outreach Team at 713-970-7000 for immediate mental health assistance.