Format:

Mini-Series on Decision-Making: From Fear to Clarity (Classic (Speaker + Q&A)

Speaker:

Dr. Karen Hurley, PhD, Cleveland Clinic Center for Behavioral Health

Session Overview:

When you carry a BRCA mutation or other hereditary cancer risk, deciding whether (and when) to take preventive action can be one of the most difficult choices you face. In this session, Dr. Karen Hurley, a leading psychologist in the field of hereditary cancer, will share evidence-based strategies to help you move from uncertainty to clarity.

With nearly two decades of experience working with high-risk individuals and families, Dr. Hurley specializes in decision-making, resilience, and communication about genetic risk. She will guide you through how to clarify your priorities, evaluate your options, and make choices that align with your values and life circumstances, so you can move forward with confidence and peace of mind.

This is the second in our three-part From Fear to Clarity decision-making series, designed to support carriers through the complex emotional, social, and practical aspects of making high-stakes health decisions.

Key Topics:

• Understanding Decision Paralysis: Why it happens and how to move past it.

• Clarifying Values: Identifying what matters most to you.

• Evaluating Options: Weighing risks and benefits with confidence.

• Confidence in Choices: Making a decision and moving forward without regret.

• Q&A: Expert guidance tailored to your situation.