Simms/Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology

The Simms Mann UCLA Center is incredibly grateful to Jeff Lynne's ELO, for generously donating an unforgettable VIP experience to their final U.S. tour! You and a guest could win access to the exclusive ELO lounge with a green screen photo booth, delicious appetizers, and drink tickets. The event takes place in Chicago – airfare and hotel are included.

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Jill’s approach to art therapy at the Simms Mann Center is both innovative and compassionate. She believes in the therapeutic potential of creativity to help patients manage the emotional struggles that result from their cancer journeys.

The sessions taught by Jill are more than just art classes; they are transformative experiences. By expressing their emotions artistically, patients can gain new insights and develop effective coping mechanisms. Learn more about Jill and the Simms Mann Center’s art therapy programs using the link in the bio.
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Jill's approach to art therapy at the Simms Mann Center is both innovative and compassionate. She believes in the therapeutic potential of creativity to help patients manage the emotional struggles that result from their cancer journeys.

The sessions taught by Jill are more than just art classes; they are transformative experiences. By expressing their emotions artistically, patients can gain new insights and develop effective coping mechanisms. Learn more about Jill and the Simms Mann Center's art therapy program:

Art as a way to process worries, anxiety during cancer journey Breadcrumb Home News & Insights Art as a way to process worries, anxiety during cancer journey ‘Painting, drawing, sculpting or any kind of art is a wonderful way of freeing your mind,’ says cancer survivor Jill Covell. Artist Jill Covell created a series of work called "Jill's Journey" that vis...

Join us in celebrating a year of achievements under Dr. Shannon La Cava's leadership! 🎉 Recently honored by the Cancer Support Community of Los Angeles with their Wellness Award 🏆, Dr. La Cava continues to push for equitable psychosocial cancer care.

Learn more about her work at the Simms/Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology: https://ucla.in/3XkE1Z1

Victoria Mann Simms, PhD, had a larger vision for the Simms Mann Center when it opened 30 years ago. She believed that Simms Mann Center could offer integrative oncology care – bringing counseling, support groups, spiritual services, mindfulness, qigong, nutrition support and wellness education to those with cancer diagnoses.

Today, Dr. Vicki Mann Simm's vision has been realized. Join us as we celebrate 30 years of providing integrative care to cancer patients and families. Learn more about the Simms Mann Center: https://ucla.in/4abgZaB

Behind every brushstroke lies a story of resilience in our Healing Through Art psychotherapy group. Patients being treated for cancer turn to art therapy as a powerful ally, finding joy and emotional release in the process. Discover the emotional and therapeutic impact of art therapy at the Simms Mann Center:

Creating art during cancer treatment allows patients to express challenging emotions Breadcrumb Home Simms Mann Creating art during cancer treatment allows patients to express challenging emotions Art therapist Paige Asawa says she was destined to lead the Simms Mann Center’s Healing Through Art program. Jill Bonilla created this artwork as a participant in the art therapy program...

A diagnosis of cancer, and other life-threatening diseases, can often lead people to think more about life's biggest questions. What does it all mean and what might come after?

Chaplain Michael Eselun helps guide people through these questions and along their spiritual journies at the Simms Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology. Eselun provides individual support to cancer patients and their loved ones, and also facilitates the weekly, online Circle of Reflection group to help sustain those living with cancer.

Learn more about Chaplain Eselun and the Simms Mann Center's spiritual care program: https://ucla.in/3v7WlIY

What are the facts versus the myths when it comes to cancer and nutrition? UCLA Health experts are here to help with a webinar designed to shed light on the complex topic of nutrition for cancer survivors.

Starting Wednesday, March 13th, 2024, the Simms Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology is launching a groundbreaking monthly education webinar entitled “Nutrition & Cancer: What You Need to Know.”

Both UCLA Health patients and the public are welcome to attend the free webinars. Click here for more details and to register: https://bit.ly/48DrWA4

The physical and emotional scars from a cancer diagnosis and treatment can affect a person’s confidence, sexuality and even identity. To assist current and former cancer patients with coping, experts from Simms Mann-UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology will conduct a workshop that is a safe space to discuss things that aren’t easy to talk about.

The live, 90-minute virtual workshop is on February 15, 2024, from 9:00am PT to 10:30am PT.

Learn more about these seldom-discussed effects of cancer and the live workshop here. https://ucla.in/4beqnew

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Support the life-affirming work of the Simms Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology. Visit https://www.uclahealth.org/cancer/donate-simms-mann-today to make a tax-deductible donation today.

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Dr. John Horton’s path toward psychiatry & palliative care guided by life experiences

Your philanthropic partnership is meaningful and needed this . Support the life-affirming work of the Simms/Mann-UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology. Make a tax-deductible donation today by visiting:
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Your philanthropic partnership is meaningful and needed this . Support the life-affirming work of the Simms/Mann-UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology. Visit https://www.uclahealth.org/cancer/SimmsMann-GivingTuesday to make a tax-deductible donation today!

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Looking forward to our newest workshop, "What Can Palliative Care Do for You" next Wednesday, 11/8/23 from 11:00am-12:00pm.

Join us to learn how palliative care can help you at any stage of cancer treatment or survivorship. Understand how this specialty can improve quality of life, strengthen collaboration across your medical team, and guide you in making informed care decisions. Hear examples from patients and learn how to access this support for yourself or your loved one. We'll share resources on accessing palliative care services at UCLA and the broader Los Angeles community.

This workshop is in partnership with our Palliative Care department and is facilitaed by Lindsay Waters, MSW, LCSW; Delia Cortez, MSW, LCSW, APHSW‐C; and Katie Stepanyan, MD and moderated by Elizabeth Cleary, PhD.

Register ahead of time at the link below:

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When a cancer diagnosis feels overwhelming to a patient, they often seek ways to understand and express their feelings. Some patients have found help from Healing Through Art, a unique therapy program that blends group therapy and "gallery time," where each patient shares the art they created and what it means to them.

Offered through the UCLA Simms Mann Center for Integrative Oncology, Healing Through Art is not an art class. Rather, the art here “provides a medium to communicate some of the most difficult emotions and experiences in the cancer treatment journey,” says Paige Asawa, PhD.

Healing Through Art is always open to new attendees. Learn more about this unique program: https://ucla.in/3rM8the

Join us this Wednesday 10/4 on Zoom at 9:30am for a *FREE* workshop on communicating with your medical team, family, and others who care. Register at the link below!

Communication in the Cancer Context – Workshop – Simms/Mann-UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology

Join us on Tuesday, September 19, at 11 AM for our FREE workshop, “Navigating the cost of Cancer: a workshop to discuss insurance, disability and financial support” facilitated by Adriana Benamor, LCSW and Andrea Miller, LCSW

This workshop aims to share clear and helpful information to navigate insurance coverage, disability options or financial resources.

Sign-up link: https://uclahs.fyi/smc-finances-workshop

A new diagnosis or an upcoming scan can be understandably anxiety ridden and worrisome, and we’re here to help. Join us for our worry workshop, Turning Down the Volume on Worry: Managing Cancer Related Anxiety, on September 13 at 12:00pm! This 90-minute workshop will be facilitated by Elizabeth Cleary, PhD and Linda Shaleen, LCSW

To sign up, click the link below:
Link: https://uclahs.fyi/smc-worry-workshop

From Navigating a new diagnosis is especially challenging for emotional and physical reasons. Additionally, patients with pancreatic cancer are suggested to adjust their diet.

Shelby Yaceczko, RDN, a senior dietitian at the UCLA Vatche and Tamar Manoukian Division of Digestive Diseases and Emma Veilleux, RDN, senior dietitian at the provide health options of what patients can eat, and note that the diet for a patient with pancreatic cancer will likely will be adjusted according to their symptoms rather than the type of cancer they have. For patients with pancreatic cancer, there is no one-size-fits-all diet, Veilleux explains. Still, Yaceczko and Veilleux offered a brief list of foods they recommend to add and to avoid. Read the full article here at link in bio.

*Suggestions are general. Please note all treatments are individualized and recommendations may differ per person based on symptoms and tolerances. Please consult your doctor or dietitian for individual suggestions.

On Wednesday, September 6 at 10:30am, we will host a 90-minute Sleep Workshop on Improving Sleep for Individuals with Cancer, Survivors and their loved ones. RSVP required.

This workshop is facilitated by Elizabeth Cleary, PhD and Shiori Lange, LCSW. They will share cognitive and behavior strategies to improve your sleep and promote a better night’s rest!

Visit https://uclahs.fyi/345z7SA to register!

John Glaspy, MD, MPH, and professor of medicine at the Cancer Center has spent nearly five decades at UCLA: first as a medical student, resident and fellow; and then as a clinician, researcher and professor. It's fair to trust his colleagues who say he has transformed cancer care at UCLA Health and beyond. Dr. Glaspy was recognized by the as the latest Healthcare All-Star for his many achievements, throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at a game this month.

Reflecting on his career, Dr. Glaspy states, “We’ve changed the way that cancer medicine is practiced. As a group, we’ve changed it dramatically." Read more about Dr. Glaspy's contributions and strides in cancer care at link in bio.

Simms/Mann Center’s integrative approach to cancer care has become a national model. Read more:

Simms/Mann Center’s integrative approach to cancer care has become a national model Breadcrumb Home News & Insights Simms/Mann Center’s integrative approach to cancer care has become a national model The Center has expanded its services to 20 UCLA Health hematology/oncology clinics. August 25, 2023 By uclahealth 4 min read For nearly three decades, the Simms/Mann-UCLA Center for ...

UCLA Health interviewed our clinical training director, Valentina Ogaryan, PhD, about the work of the Center. Click the link to read the full interview

Clinical psychologist Valentina Ogaryan works on the mind, body, spirit and soul of people who have received a cancer diagnosis. Breadcrumb Home News & Insights Clinical psychologist Valentina Ogaryan embraces whole-person care through her work at the Simms/Mann Center 'A cancer diagnosis truly impacts someone’s mind, body, spirit, soul,’ says Dr. Ogaryan. August 21, 2023 By Sandy Cohen 4 min read As a doctoral student in...

Check out this Vox article featuring quotes from one of our staff psychologists, Valentina Ogaryan, PhD!

How to handle a scary diagnosis It’s tough to know how to talk about a life-threatening illness, whether it’s your own or someone else’s.

On August 23 at 10am, join us for our workshop, The Art and Science of Grieving.
During this 60 minute workshop, Dr. Elizabeth Cleary and Dr. Jenny Tran will present the physical, emotional and cognitive experience of grief and share strategies for tending to grief.

This workshop is designed for those grieving any changes or losses due to cancer and/or for those who have lost a loved one.

Registration Link: https://uclahs.fyi/smc-grief-workshop