Clinical Strategies for Supporting Couples, Care Partners, and Families in Oncology Care

Mayra Allen, PhD, UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, San Francisco, CA

Recorded on April 23, 2026

Mayra Allen, PhD

Clinical Psychologist, Psycho-Oncology Service

UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center

San Francisco, CA

Join us for an insightful conversation with Mayra Allen, PhD, clinical psychologist at UCSF’s Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, as we explore actionable strategies for supporting couples, caregivers, and families navigating cancer care. This episode examines practical communication approaches, the evolving role of care partners, and ways to help families manage complex situations. The discussion also addresses important yet often overlooked topics, including changes in intimacy, the impact of cultural perspectives across the cancer journey, and resources to support clinicians in delivering whole person oncology care. Tune in to this thoughtful discussion today!

Mentioned on this episode:

Caregivers Action Network (CAN)

Family Caregiver Alliance

Women’s Cancer Resource Center

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