Join us for our March PKD Mind Matters Chat, a confidential and supportive peer discussion led by Joy Pekar, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying).
In our recent webinar, Joy explored medical trauma and PKD, highlighting how chronic illness, medical procedures, and uncertainty can take an emotional toll. This month’s chat offers a space to share your experiences, reflect on the webinar, and connect with others who understand what it’s like to face medical trauma with PKD.
Whether you’ve struggled with anxiety before medical appointments, felt dismissed by healthcare providers, or faced the emotional impact of dialysis or transplant, you’re not alone. Peer support meetings can help reduce isolation, validate your experiences, and offer coping strategies from others who truly understand.
This is not a formal presentation - it’s an open and welcoming discussion. Whether you want to share, listen, or simply feel supported, we invite you to join us. Other topics related to PKD and mental wellness are also welcome!
The session will not be recorded, so be sure to attend live.
About the facilitator
Joy Pekar is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) whose professional practice is shaped by personal experience. Joy's family has been directly impacted by polycystic kidney disease (PKD), a journey that has included searching for a kidney donor and navigating the emotional complexities of dialysis and transplant. With this deep understanding, she helps individuals and families cope with the emotional toll of chronic illness, particularly kidney disease, offering compassionate support and mental wellness strategies.
More
- Watch our recent webinar on Medical Trauma and PKD
- Watch Joy's presentation from fall 2024 on Mental Health and PKD
- Learn more about Joy Pekar