Cancer Recovery Coaching
Navigate your new normal with confidence, clarity & connection so that you can get back to living.
You have heard the words, "You have cancer."
Now what?
You focus on your physical recovery. You and your medical team develop a plan to get the disease out of your body. BUT, who is focusing on the other impacts of cancer? The heart and mind? The psychological side of this disease?
"The post-treatment period is usually ignored, yet emotional recovery from the trauma of cancer treatment may take longer than the physical recovery."
~American Psychological Association
Hi, I'm Vanessa...
After multiple surgeries and treatment, I was declared cancer-free, but I didn’t feel free from cancer.
Its psychological scars were still fresh. I knew there had to be more to the other side of cancer, but I just couldn't figure out how to get there.
The more I spoke with other cancer patients, the more their stories sounded like mine...we make it to the other side of treatment but are left feeling stuck, numb, isolated and exhausted. Sound familiar?
What I realized is that there was a gap in cancer treatment when the psychological side of the disease is not being addressed.
Can you relate?
Do you know the deafening silence of treatment being over?
Did you ring that bell with a smile but then go home and cry?
Do you say "I'm fine." because you don't really know you are?
Have you ever felt angry, guilty, numb, anxious, sad, or unmotivated during the process?
Were you caught off guard by those cancer-related side effects?
Did your treatment journey leave you overwhelmed and exhausted?
These can be signs of the psychological burden that cancer leaves behind...AND they're totally normal and ok to feel!
The challenge is when they stick around and become our new normal.
Why don't we give our mind and heart the same attention and dedication that we gave our body during treatment?
Maybe because no one gave us the heads up?
Maybe because we don't know how?
Maybe because we don't know where to begin?
Maybe because it's too overwhelming?
Maybe because we've never thought we could?
What would be different if you prioritized your mental and emotional well-being the same way you did your physical well-being?
Are you ready to:
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get your life back?
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live fear-free?
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sleep better?
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feel like yourself again?
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shed what no longer serves you?
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step off the emotional roller coaster?
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design, discover and dare to live your best life?
Working with me as your Cancer Recovery Coach is a personalized journey we will take together. There is no prescribed path for how it will unfold as everyone's experience with cancer is different.
Our live, online sessions together will be completely customized so you can build your tool kit and feel empowered to live your best life.
Modalities will generally include Mindfulness, Journaling, NeuroGraphica, Zentangle, Art Journaling, and/or more...
Are you ready to say 'YES' to yourself and begin the rest of the healing that is still in need of some care and attention? Schedule your FREE Discovery Call to see if it's a good fit. It'll be like we are meeting for a coffee and getting to know each other. The call is completely confidential and there is no obligation.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
With the tools you taught me, I got my port out without needing any meds!
- Liz
Radiation made my oxygen levels low, but every time I practice what you taught me, I could get my level back up to 100%.
- Madeline
I always start resistant, but then I *always* enjoy each session. I see this pattern showing up in other places in my life, and was able to catch it in the moment and make a change.
- Chrissy
FAQs...
WHAT IS YOUR METHODOLOGY?
Vanessa leverages her teaching and coaching experience to invite self-discovery. You have all the answers you need, and working with Vanessa can help you dig in to find them.
HOW DO I DO THIS DIGGING IN?
Vanessa is has over 15 years of teaching and coaching kids and adults in various mindfulness and art-based practices. Modalities include mindfulness, journaling, art journaling, NeuroGraphica, Zentangle and more...
I'M NOT ARTISTIC. WILL I STILL BENEFIT FROM WORKING WITH YOU?
Expressing oneself creatively does not require any artistic skill. Rather, it requires a willingness to get still, look inside for truth and the courage to put pen to paper. There is no "right" or "wrong" in what comes out. It is purely a connection to the present moment where we can all find meaning, inspiration and guidance. Give yourself the gift of self-awareness and self-knowledge, and prepare to spark creativity and discover joy.
DO I NEED ANY SPECIAL SKILLS OR SUPPLIES?
Nope! Even if you have never practiced mindfulness or remember drawing with crayons, I promise we can work together to meet your goals.
HOW SHOULD I PREPARE FOR MY SESSION?
We recommend, for any self-care time or session/workshop we do together, that you find a space free from distraction and unnecessary noise. Bring water or tea to stay hydrated. Maybe light a candle or run an aromatherapy diffuser. Clear the space where you'll be working. Finally, do all this with time to spare so that you're not rushing to login on time.
WHAT OTHER TYPES OF SESSIONS DO YOU OFFER?
Vanessa offers a free monthly community session, group workshops, and a self-paced Zentangle Course.
WHAT TYPE OF SPACE WILL I NEED?
That depends on what type of space you have and how messy you intend to get! All sessions at A Mindful Line simply require space for a computer or mobile device along with enough space to paint/draw/zentangle.
HOW DOES THIS WORK ONLINE?
It works so well! We start by connecting and sharing a mindfulness practice. Then the fun begins when we get creative. Vanessa recommends adding a second camera so that she can see what is unfolding and invite further inquiry and discovery.
WHAT DO I DO WITH MY ART?
Anything you want! You can crumple it up and use it in the fire pit. You can take pictures of what you create and save them to a session-specific album on your phone or computer. Or, you can store them in a sketchbook. We can always talk more about this before getting started to figure out what works for you.
WHAT IS THE CANCELLATION POLICY?
We understand that life happens. We kindly request that cancellations come in writing (text or email) with 24-hours' notice for 1:1 sessions. There is a cancellation fee of $50 for late cancellations. Those who do not show for their appointment and have not communicated a need to cancel will be charged for the full session.
WHERE CAN I FIND MORE INFORMATION ABOUT MINDFULNESS AND CREATIVITY?
Right here! We have posted this Resources Page chock full of additional articles, research papers and TED Talks for you to browse at your leisure. Please be in touch if you have a more specific question that we can help with.
DO YOU OFFER GIFT CARDS?
We sure do! Here is a link to the Gift Cards page where you can purchase them in any amount.