Storytelling as a therapeutic technique in a group for school-aged oncology patients

Storytelling in a support group may be a useful technique for helping children with chronic illness resolve psychological conflicts related to their illness. This paper will describe the author's experiences with two open-ended groups for children with cancer. Significant stories that demonstrate the technique and its usefulness will be discussed. Implications of such a technique will be given. The technique is adaptable to many settings and with many different diagnoses.