According to Carolyn S. Garwood, Ph.D., Professor Emerita, Counseling Psychology at the University of Miami, this books ...unique blend of warm, personal approach with accurate and up-to-date medical and psychosocial information will make it an invaluable tool not only for cancer patients, but for family, friends, caretakers and others working toward the most effective integrative interventions.
STEPHANIE R. CARTER, PH.D., is a licensed psychologist serving a multi-cultural clientele in Miami, Florida. She has been treating children, adolescents and adults for over 30 years; seeing individuals, couples, families and groups. She presents workshops, speaks on a wide array of topics, and she teaches a seminar on Emotional Fitness for women of all ages. Dr. Carter is the author and narrator of The Guided Imagery Collection.
Dr. Carter has treated many patients with cancer over the years, and Taking Charge of Fighting Cancer is a product of her experiences working with them. She feels privileged that they shared their healing journeys with her. Taking Charge of Fighting Cancer is a how-to book about fighting cancer. Most other books only talk in general terms about what a cancer patient should do. Dr. Carter actually shows readers what to ask, what to say, what to do, and how to do it.
Dr. Carter lives with her husband in Miami, Florida. She has two sons, two daughters-in-law, and two grandchildren.