WEST COAST:
Most Patient Programs are held in Santa Barbara, CA, at the beautiful La Casa de Maria Retreat and Conference Center. The upcoming schedule is:
Mar 14–19, 2010
May 2–7, 2010
Jun 13–18, 2010
Aug 8–13, 2010
Sep 26–Oct 1, 2010
Nov 28–Dec 3, 2010
EAST COAST:
Plans are being explored to offer an east coast Patient Program soon.
All sessions are small and private, insuring highly personal attention. Click here to learn more. |
The Simonton Cancer Center Patient Programs are based on the successful model for emotional intervention and support which Dr. Simonton pioneered in the treatment of cancer patients. It evolved from the concept that beliefs, feelings, attitudes and lifestyle are important factors affecting health. The program is a five-day educational and psychotherapeutic session for cancer patients and their support person, during which these concepts are explored in a safe, supportive atmosphere conducive to learning and a positive change.
The program focuses on the influence of beliefs and belief systems. Participants learn techniques for enriching their lives in order to promote their health; lifestyle counseling; relaxation and mental imagery or creative thinking exercises. Additionally, participants explore the importance of gentleness, and the role of stress, secondary gain, and other contributing factors to their disease. The issues of recurrence and death are also examined. By delving into these topics through the use of the group process, patients are enabled to implement these methods into their daily lives.
Sessions are held in a beautiful retreat setting reminiscent of a quiet, resort-like camp. The lovely grounds are located outside Santa Barbara, California, at La Casa de Maria Retreat and Conference Center. The retreat center is approximately two hours north from Los Angeles. Its' location in the foothills of Montecito provides a quiet, relaxing environment where patients and their family members can enjoy the healthy and mild Southern California climate.
Those who are interested in participating in the program should first read Getting Well Again by Simonton, Simonton and Creighton, and begin the relaxation/mental imagery and self-help processes described in the book. It is also recommended that they read The Healing Journey by Simonton & Henson.
If you feel this program would be beneficial to you, your family, or someone you know, please explore our website to learn more. Also, you may contact our Admissions Coordinator (1-800-459-3424) who will provide you with more detailed information, pricing and assistance with arrangements. You may also click here to visit our page of Frequently Asked Questions. |
