‘The work concentrates on essentials: the things that really matter to people’.

Anna Lagerdahl, a clinical psychologist specializing in Oncology and Palliative Care, discusses the rewarding yet challenging aspects of working with cancer patients. She emphasizes the importance of addressing existential themes such as death anxiety and isolation in therapy. Anna's diverse cultural background has influenced her interest in psychology and her approach to working with patients from different walks of life. Despite the rewarding nature of her work, Anna highlights the challenges of limited funding for psychological services within the healthcare system. [Extracted from the article]