Neurodiversity information for parents and young people
After treatment for cancer, some patients may want to pursue complementary therapies.
Important
Speak to your medical team and ask their advice before you start a complementary therapy.
Use a fully qualified, registered and insured therapist. Ask them questions (see suggested questions below). If they are qualified and registered, they will have no trouble responding.
Questions to ask your therapist
- Ask if they have had training in complementary therapy and cancer. This training is not a necessity, but it can be helpful. Remember that no trustworthy therapist will claim to cure cancer.
- Ask if they are insured.
- Ask about pricing. Prices vary, so make sure you ring around to get a sense of local charges.
- Look at the reviews on their website, or go by word-of-mouth recommendation.
Questions they may ask you
- A good therapist will always complete a consultation form before your first treatment. This will ask for information about your health, lifestyle and diet.
- The therapist may even call you the day after your first treatment, to see how you are feeling.
- The therapist may ask if your medical team has given you permission to have the therapy treatment.
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Choose a therapist who makes you feel comfortable, at ease and in good hands. This is your health, your time and your money. |
Finding a therapist
The following websites can help you find a therapist. Click on the link under each heading. This list is not exhaustive.
For further advice, see the NHS link under More information (below).
Macmillan
Complementary therapies and cancer: general guidance
Acupuncture
The British Acupuncture Council
Reflexology
Healing
Other therapies including massage
Complementary Therapists Association
All therapies
Contact information
Get in touch with your CNS (clinical nurse specialist)
or
Kingston Hospital Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service, Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm. Email: khft.