Lay summary
Previous research has shown that many haematological cancer survivors in New Zealand are significantly distressed in the post-treatment period, and often do not have the psychosocial support they require. Currently in New Zealand, psychosocial resources for post-treatment haematological cancer survivors are scarce. The proposed research aims to: 1) Undertake an integrative review to identify existing research evidence regarding the implementation and evaluation of psychosocial interventions for post-treatment cancer survivors; 2) Develop relationships with health professionals working in haematology settings, and consult with Māori kaumātua to explore what types of interventions have the potential to most serve Māori with haematological cancers; 3) Undertake interviews with health professionals working in haematology to explore their views of the psychosocial needs of haematological cancer survivors and identify what interventions/services they consider helpful. Knowledge and information from these three phases will be integrated to develop recommendations for designing a viable psychosocial intervention for post-treatment haematological cancer survivors.