For Men, Supporting a Partner Through Breast Cancer

Practical Guidance & Real Conversation | Designed Specifically for Men

When your spouse or partner is diagnosed with breast cancer, everything changes — fast. Days begin revolving around medical appointments, treatments, meals, getting kids to school, and decisions you never expected to be making. Somewhere in all of that, you're still working and trying to hold things together at home and make sure the people you love are okay. And you're trying to figure out your role in real time.

How do I help?

What does she need from me?

What am I supposed to do when I can't make it better?

In this small-group series(three 90-minute sessions), we'll tackle common caregiving questions, learn practical strategies, and talk openly about the realities of loving and caring for

You'll leave with practical guidance, new perspectives, and a clearer sense of how to move forward when there aren't easy answers.

— 3 Sessions | 90 Minutes Each | Small Group Format | $125 —

What you’ll walk away with

  • A clearer understanding of the caregiver role

  • Practical strategies for navigating difficult situations and conversations

  • Greater confidence supporting someone you love through breast cancer

  • Insights and perspectives from others facing similar challenges

  • A stronger sense of how to move forward when there aren't easy answers

Who this Series is For

  • Husbands

  • Partners

  • Significant others

Whether she was diagnosed recently, is currently in treatment, or is navigating life after treatment, this series is designed to meet you where you are.

What to Expect

Session 1: The Lay of the Land

Breast cancer has a way of changing life overnight. We'll start by getting oriented: common caregiver experiences, the challenges that often catch people off guard, and how the role of partner, spouse, son, or caregiver can shift over time. You'll leave with a clearer understanding of what many caregivers face—and where you fit into the picture.

Session 2: Communication, Support, and What Actually Helps

This session focuses on the practical realities of supporting someone through breast cancer. We'll talk about communication, uncertainty, changing needs, and the moments when you genuinely don't know what to do. Together, we'll explore what support often looks like in real life—not just in theory.

Session 3: Carrying the Load Without Carrying It Alone

Many people assume things get easier once a treatment plan is in place—or even when treatment ends. Often, the questions simply change. We'll talk about ongoing worry, relationship changes, adapting to a new normal, and finding your footing when there isn't a clear roadmap. We'll also reflect on what you've learned and where you want support moving forward.

Why I Created this Series

As a social worker, patient navigator, breast cancer survivor, and caregiver myself, I've spent years supporting individuals and families through diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and recurrence.

Over the years, I've noticed: caregivers are often expected to figure it out as they go. They carry tremendous responsibility, but rarely have a place to ask questions, hear how others are navigating similar challenges, and learn from people who understand what this experience is like firsthand.

I created this series to help fill that gap.

I really hope you’ll join us,

~ Kerstin

Details

  • Dates: Coming soon

  • Location: Lakeway, TX

  • Time: 6pm - 7:30pm (90 min)

  • Format: 3-part series (90 minutes each)

  • Cost: $125 for the full series

  • Registration: Open

Join the 3-Part Series

If this sounds like what you're looking for, please join us!

Disclaimer: These sessions are not therapy or a replacement for mental health care. They are a space for support, clarity, and practical guidance during a difficult time. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional or call 988.