Sexual Therapy and Rehabilitation After Treatment for Ovarian Cancer (START-OC): A Pilot Intervention

Sexual Therapy and Rehabilitation After Treatment for Ovarian Cancer (START-OC): A Pilot Intervention

This research study is evaluating an educational intervention for women who have experienced changes in sexual function after treatment for ovarian cancer.

The purpose of this research is to study the effectiveness of an educational intervention for women who have experienced changes in sexual function after treatment for ovarian cancer. The aim is to develop an effective intervention to help women manage these changes and restore sexual health and functioning. This study consists of attending a group educational session followed by a one-on-one telephone counseling session.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Women diagnosed with Stage1-IV ovarian cancer
• Prognosis of at least one year to live (as assessed by provider)
• Endorsement of at least one sexual symptom (see Appendix A for eligibility screening)
• English speaking
• Signed informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of pelvic radiation
• Cognitive impairment which would interfere with the ability to participate in the study (as assessed by provider)