I’m a healer and last year I healed myself alongside surgery and chemo after a stage 3 bowel cancer diagnosis.
First- know that you are not alone, you are welcome here and there is so much I have to share that I hope can help you the way it helped me...
... Spiritually, mentally, emotionally, energetically, purposefully.
Take a deep breath and let's find out if we're a match to work together.
Hi, I’m Lauren
When I was diagnosed aged 39 last year, apart from my life being turned upside down, I found the information out there was really confusing. Not only that, the anxiety and fear that we have come to expect around a cancer diagnosis was also confronting.
My surgeon told me ‘it’s just bad luck,’ but I didn’t believe that- if we believe that then we are left feeling like victims with no sense of agency.
I found various supposed ‘miracle’ supplements and diet recommendations online but a lot of them were contradictory and very rigid. What I came to realise after studying many books, articles, courses and resources is that I wanted to take an integrated holistic approach combining clinical treatment (surgery and chemo for me) alongside complementary therapies such as reiki, breathwork, mindset work and positive psychology.
I am not a counsellor. I'm not a therapist.
What I offer is support & mentoring through my lived life experience of Cancer combined with my background in Psychology (I have a BSc) and life coaching qualifications (ICF and ACCPH accredited).
I also work with my natural intuitive gifts alongside a Reiki L2 practitioner qualification, and I have studied many more healing practices with world class teachers.
One thing I’ve found through speaking with other women with a cancer diagnosis is that we all need to find our unique path through. There is no one-size-fits-all. We all respond differently to treatment. Having tried pretty much everything myself, I can guide you through the myriad of information out there so you can focus on your healing and find what works for you.
I create the safe space you need when all else appears to be crumbling around you.
Having been through it myself I know that showing up for Zoom calls at set times likely won't work for you, so I use Telegram (a free messaging app for phone and laptop) both with 1:1 clients and in my groups.
This enables us to stay connected via voice notes, short videos and messages. You have me in your pocket for those random questions that pop up. A bit like an NCT group for when you first become a parent. Though obviously this club isn't one we'd have chosen to be in.
How I work
I offer three ways of working together depending on the type of support you'd like and are able to invest in - choose from 1:1 support, join my next group programme, or join my membership called Unusual Women.
After working with me, clients feel calmer, more self-assured and importantly, heard. Often, with going through a major diagnosis, the hardest thing can be telling family. As supportive and amazing as they are, having someone separate to all that who has walked a similar path makes a huge difference.
How I work
Using the Telegram app, you can share with me any updates or questions you have and we'll have an ongoing dialogue with voice notes, videos and messages. I have a plan I roughly follow, but I adapt it to each client depending on needs and requirements.
Sometimes this looks like having one area to focus on per week, and sometimes it's just being there to support you as you need. If you do want to jump on a Zoom call, we can also arrange that.
How I work
Who I work with
I work with women of all ages, though mostly in their 30s and 40s similar to myself. But more important than age is attitude... I work with women who want to take back control in a calm, intuitive way.
You feel that cancer is a warning sign from your body and you know that the mind-body connection is as important for healing as surgery and drugs.
If you've been through a diagnosis in the last 2 years or have recently been diagnosed with any serious illness, I can help you as a coach and mentor with your mindset and your spirit.
The 7 Elements to Healing
Taking a holistic approach means considering all 7 areas - working together we look at each of these areas in your life and how you can take incremental steps to move towards your optimal health and wellness.
Obviously I am not a doctor so all information I provide is based on my own experiences and shouldn't replace medical advice from experts.
Is working with me right for you?
not really if...
You are open-minded
You believe we are all here for a reason - there is more to life than simply existing
You are open to using tools like Astrology, Numerology, Human Design and oracle cards
You want to be the best possible version of yourself
Perhaps you feel like a misfit - trying to find a way of doing things that doesn't seem completely mainstream
You don't accept things the way they are if they could be better- you are a bit of a trailblazer!
Yes! if...
You don't believe remotely in anything spiritual
You won't take on board suggestions and ideas
You are in the 'f**k cancer' camp - yes it is crap, but going into fight mode all the time is exhausting! I'm about calmly bringing back balance and therefore wellness
You won't take some initiative on your own
You blindly believe anything a doctor says without questioning it and doing your own research
You'd rather other people forged a path you can follow
You are open-minded
You believe we are all here for a reason - there is more to life than simply existing
You are open to using tools like Astrology, Numerology, Human Design and oracle cards
You want to be the best possible version of yourself
Perhaps you feel like a misfit - trying to find a way of doing things that doesn't seem completely mainstream.
You don't accept things the way they are if they could be better- you are a bit of a trailblazer!
Yes! if...
No if...
You don't believe remotely in anything spiritual
You won't take on board suggestions and ideas
You are in the 'f**k cancer' camp - yes it is crap, but going into fight mode all the time is exhausting! I'm about calmly bringing back balance and therefore wellness.
You won't take some initiative on your own
You blindly believe anything a doctor says without questioning it and doing your own research.
You'd rather other people forged a path you can follow.
not really if...
Yes if...
You can do this. There is a way through
“find a life worth enjoying; take risks; love deeply; have no regrets; and always, always have rebellious hope”.
-Dame Deborah James
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