Emotional Support
We provide empathy and structured therapy to help patients and families process fear, grief, and uncertainty.
Cancer Care Partnerships | Oncology Behavioral Health Integration
Strengthening Oncology Care Through Integrated Behavioral Health
Empowering cancer patients — and the teams who treat them — with embedded psychological support that improves resilience, adherence, and quality outcomes from diagnosis through survivorship.
Why Oncology Practices Partner With IPS
Supporting Emotional Health Throughout the Cancer Journey
A cancer diagnosis brings complex emotions — fear, anxiety, grief, and uncertainty. Our clinicians provide structured, evidence-based therapy and coping support for patients and families at every stage of care: diagnosis, active treatment, remission, and survivorship.We help patients stay emotionally engaged, informed, and resilient through treatment.Enhancing Treatment Adherence and Decision-Making
Behavioral health plays a crucial role in keeping patients aligned with care plans. IPS helps patients navigate fatigue, depression, and anxiety that can derail adherence. Our providers collaborate directly with oncologists, nursing staff, and social workers to support treatment completion and informed decision-making.Better mental health equals better adherence, fewer missed treatments, and improved outcomes.Reducing Provider Burden and Supporting Staff Well-Being
Oncology teams often shoulder the emotional weight of their patients’ experiences. IPS provides ongoing support not just for patients — but for staff. We offer access to consultation, debriefing, and burnout prevention tools for physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals.A stronger, more supported clinical team provides better patient care.Integrated Within Your Oncology Workflow
Our clinicians become part of your practice or hospital oncology service — documenting within your EMR, coordinating with your care team, and aligning with your processes. We can operate onsite or via telehealth, ensuring seamless access to care without disrupting clinic flow.Your system. Your workflows. Our behavioral health expertise.
How We Help Oncology Patients and Practices
IPS programs can be tailored to meet your patient population and operational goals:
- Pre-treatment readiness & psychological screening
- Supportive therapy during active chemotherapy or radiation
- Adjustment and grief counseling for patients and families
- Depression, anxiety, and sleep disorder management
- Pain coping, mindfulness, and stress reduction techniques
- Survivorship and long-term adjustment programs
- End-of-life and palliative care support
Behavioral health that travels with your patient — from diagnosis to survivorship.
Program Impact
- Improved treatment adherence and patient engagement
- Reduced missed appointments and early discontinuation rates
- Better patient satisfaction and quality-of-life scores
- Enhanced multidisciplinary coordination and documentation compliance
Adherence Support
By addressing depression, anxiety, and motivation, we help patients stay on track with treatment plans.
Team Support
Our clinicians collaborate with healthcare staff, offering consultation, debriefing, and burnout prevention to strengthen clinical teams.
Ready to Build a Stronger Oncology Support Model?
Partner with IPS to integrate behavioral health into your cancer program — helping patients stay engaged, resilient, and supported while giving your care team the tools to thrive.