Women post-Cancer
A place to process your cancer experience
Cancer changes things; your body, routines, relationships, and sense of self, often in ways that linger after treatment ends.
After you’ve rung the bell and appointments have slowed down, most people assume you’re “better.” There can be pressure to move on before you’ve even had a chance to process what you’ve been through.
The emotional impact of cancer doesn’t suddenly disappear the moment treatment is over and for many women, the post-treatment phase can feel unexpectedly exhausting, disorienting, and lonely. This group offers a space to be with other women who get it.
This 6-week virtual group is for women who have finished all or most of their cancer treatment and are looking for support in processing their experience. Together, we will explore themes such as identity, anxiety, grief, fatigue, body image, and growth through a combination of conversation & psychoeducation.
Next group planned for Fall 2026
Evening sessions | Exact Day & Time TBC
Interested in joining? Add your name to the waitlist below and we will contact you once details have been finalized!
What to expect
Week 1:
Group Intro & Identity
We’ll start off by getting to know each other and establishing group norms and expectations. We’ll then look at how cancer can impact identity and relationships with people in your life
Week 2:
Cancer & Anxiety
Taking a closer look at common anxieties that come up with cancer such as “Scan-xiety” and fear of recurrence. We’ll introduce some ways to understand, manage and cope with this distress.
Week 3:
Layers of Grief
Grief can show up in many forms throughout the cancer experience, though changes to identity, roles, and expectations. This session creates space to explore these layered experiences of grief, and to better understand how they may be showing up for you.
Week 4:
Cancer & Fatigue
Fatigue can be one of the most challenging and unpredictable aspects of cancer. Learn how fatigue may show up day-to-day, and explore strategies to manage and live well with fatigue.
Week 5:
Body Image
Cancer can have impacts on our body and on our relationship with our body. Together we’ll reflect on this impact and explore ways to rebuild a more compassionate and supportive relationship with your body.
Week 6:
Post-traumatic growtH
Our final session together will consider some of the meaning that can be taken from a cancer experience and how it may shift values or perspective. We’ll reflect on personal growth, resilience, and what moving forward may look like for you.
Details
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This group is for women who have finished all or most of their cancer treatment.
If you’re not sure whether this group is the right fit, please reach out! We are more than happy to help ensure you find the right group for you. -
Next group planned for Fall 2026! This group will run on a weekday evening, exact day and time to be confirmed. Join the waitlist below to receive updates.
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$300 total for all five sessions, quivillant for $50 per session.
If you have private insurance that covers services provided by an MSW or RSW, this group may be eligible for reimbursement.
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Sessions are held virtually via Zoom.
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The topics we’ll cover include cancer-related anxiety, identity shifts, body image, layers of grief, fatigue, and more.
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Group size is limited to 10 participants.
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Services may be covered through your extended health benefits, but are not covered by OHIP. Claims are not submitted directly, though a detailed receipt will be provided for you to submit to your insurance provider.
If you’re unsure about your coverage, it’s a good idea to check with your provider to see if they cover services from Registered Social Workers or those with a Master of Social Work. You may also want to ask about how much is covered per session and your total coverage for the year.
Meet your facilitators
Jessica Ward is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist who specializes in supporting individuals navigating physical health challenges with a particular interest in oncology. She is passionate about the intersectionality between our mental and physical health, and has a special interest in group counselling and the unique benefits that it has to offer.
Ashley Flippin completed her Bachelor of Social Work placement with Jessica Ward at Long & Short and will be continuing with her Master's of Social Work at Lakehead University in September 2026. She has a strong interest in the psychosocial aspects of health, with a focus on supporting individuals navigating complex illness, life transitions, and emotional well-being.