Hello liblob2204,

I am so sorry to hear about your dad's cancer diagnosis - this is bound to be such an anxious time for you and I hope that you have some good support around you. It must be tough for your dad too to see his daughter suffer as a result of his diagnosis and it would be a good idea for you to talk to someone outside of your family unit about how you are feeling. This will make you feel a little better and able to cope a bit more with things on a daily basis. I am not sure if there is someone you could talk to if you are still at school, a teacher you trust or the school psychologist if you have access to one. I would also recommend you get in touch with your GP- your doctor will be able to give you some good advice on what counselling services might be available in your area which would be really beneficial to you. Our website has helpful information on how to find a counsellor and if you want to talk to one of our cancer nurses, you are also welcome to ring them on this free number 0808 800 4040 and talk things through with them - their helpline is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. 

Have a look too at the Hope Support Services website which specialises in helping young people aged 5 to 25 when a loved one has a serious illness - they may be able to offer additional advice and support. 

It can help to reach out to others who are outside of your immediate family circle but who will understand exactly what you are going through and how you are feeling at the moment. I hope that you will hear from members of our community who are or  have previously been in a similar place and that they will be along shortly to share their experience with you. 

Best wishes, 

Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

Great advice above, but as a teacher I would reccommend that you speak to someone you trust at school/college as they should help you find a counsellor