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Hi! I’m Chef AJ, the author of "Unprocessed", "The Secrets to Ultimate Weight Loss", and "Own Your Health". This is where I interview interesting people and post my weekly Weight Loss Wednesdays. I have been following a plant exclusive diet for over 40 years and I like to show people how to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into their diets in ways that are easy, delicious, and fun. If you’d like to get in touch with me, my website is https://www.chefaj.com/. Thanks for stopping by my channel. I’m Chef AJ and I make healthy taste delicious.
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Feb 22, 2025 • 1h 13min
DAY 17_ THRIVING IN THE FACE OF CANCER WITH RON WEISS, M.D.- A MESSAGE OF HOPE (1)
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GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK:
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MY BEST SELLING WEIGHT LOSS BOOK:
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Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
To learn more about MBSR(Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program)
https://ethosprimarycare.com/programs/
To register for the course https://ethos-health.myshopify.com/products/minfulness-based-stress-reduction-mbsr-course
Dr. Weiss is speaking at the NHA Virtual Conference (June 27-30,2024). Use this link to get your tickets now: https://events.ringcentral.com/events/nha-conference-2024/registration?utm_campaign=Chef+AJ&utm_source=Affiliate
Dr. Weiss, founder of Ethos Primary Care, embodies what it means to be a true primary care doctor. He listens deeply and compassionately, fully aware that your health is a direct result of how you eat, sleep, move, stress, and your connection to nature. He is the kind of doctor who will help you trade your prescriptions for plants. Deeply committed to helping people obtain their optimal health through living a mindful, whole plant food-based lifestyle for more than 30 years, Dr. Weiss has been helping people reverse and prevent disease and illness to live a more energized, fulfilled life.
Dr. Weiss is also the founder of Ethos Farm Project, a nonprofit organization and semifinalist in the Rockefeller Foundation 2050 Food System Vision Prize competition. He has been featured in top media, including The New York Times, The New York Post, The Today Show, New Jersey Monthly, and the feature-length documentary, "Eating You Alive."
The mission of Ethos Farm Project is to address the interconnected nature of how agriculture affects human health, planetary health, and our relationship with animals. To achieve this, his 388-acre historic farm in Long Valley NJ where he operates Ethos Primary Care from, produces truly nourishing food to feed the community, restoring the land, all while cultivating and empowering a new generation of farmers, doctors, and nurses through hands-on educational programming.
Dr Weiss feels that he is fulfilling his purpose in life through the work he does as a Board Certified, Lifestyle Medicine physician and the work he does through his nonprofit, Ethos Farm Project. Connecting his life's passion for medicine and the environment, Dr. Weiss believes we need "all hands on deck" to combat the healthcare and environmental crises we now face as a species, in order to ensure a habitable planet for our children.
Dr. Weiss is here monthly, on Chef AJ, to answer any and all medical questions you may have. An experienced primary care doctor, there is no question too simple or too complex for him to handle.
To learn more about Dr. Weiss and all he is involved with, visit the following:
https://www.ethosprimarycare.com/
https://www.ethosfarmproject.org/
Feb 22, 2025 • 59min
Day 22_ 12 Years Cancer-Free_ Diane’s Inspiring Journey from Stage 3 Lung Cancer to Thriving Health
Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
Diane's Story:
I had no idea I was sick, never mind having lung cancer. There were times when I did feel something was not right with my health, but the doctors thought it was all in my head. So, I just continued living life. On December 9th , 2012, I started to get pains in my chest and felt sick to my stomach.
My family thought I was having a heart attack and called 911. I was taken to the emergency room, and it was there after all the tests showing I wasn’t having a heart attack; the doctor informed me that I had a mass in my chest. I cannot find the words to describe how I felt after the ER doctor so nonchalantly gave me the results of the chest x-ray. He then proceeded to give me morphine for the pain and medicine for the nausea. So that was the start of my surreal relationship with lung cancer.
After having a PET scan and a CT Guided Biopsy, I was diagnosed with Primary, Thorax Small
Cell Lung Cancer Stage, IIIA (T3, N2, M0, G2) Lymph-Vascular Invasion in my upper left lung and given the news on January 15, 2013. On January 31, 2013, I had surgery (Lobectomy) to remove the tumor from my upper left lung. Now the treatments begin to lessen the possibility of cancer recurring in my lungs and keep it from spreading to other parts of my body. My first round of chemotherapy in March 2013 almost killed me. The day after my first treatment I had to be
admitted into the hospital because, I was allergic to the chemo drug, cisplatin. I was unable to eat for a week. I was so sick, and my potassium and magnesium level were extremely low. I thought I was going to die. After this incident, I was told there was nothing else they could do for me, so I opted for a second opinion.
Feb 22, 2025 • 58min
Day 23_ Imerman Angels_ Making Sure No One Faces Cancer Alone with Jackie Herigodt
PLEASE be an Angel to someone with cancer: https://imermanangels.org/
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GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK:
https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download
MY BEST SELLING WEIGHT LOSS BOOK:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S
Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
NEWSFLASH: Cancer is not new, so why face it alone?
Jackie has been with Imerman Angels since 2012. She has been a caregiver to several loved ones with cancer, including her sister who is currently fighting stage 4 breast cancer and is a Lynch syndrome carrier. Jackie has also dealt with a personal skin cancer diagnosis herself. Losing many family members to cancer, and caring for them, has fueled her passion for the Imerman Angels’ mission.
As Director of Partnerships and Engagement, Herigodt oversees the Mentor Angel training process, all community events and the organization’s outreach and engagement efforts. Jackie was responsible for the creation of the outreach initiative at Imerman Angels.
Additionally, she established the global Ambassador initiative, comprised of volunteers who dedicated their time to spread awareness about the Imerman Angels’ mission. Her professional goals are to continue fostering a strong and diverse cancer community; strengthen partnerships with cancer organizations, cancer centers, hospitals and even speaking on my Youtube channel; and to expand IA’s reach to ensure no one faces cancer alone.
Jackie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Northeastern Illinois University. She has worked in the fields of animal training, customer service and education. Her diverse background has proven beneficial for her role with Imerman Angels.
Imerman Angels is a 501(c)(3) started in 2006 by Jonny Imerman, who is a Testicular cancer Survivor himself and understood the need to speak to someone who had been in his shoes. Imerman was recognized as a CNN Hero in 2012 which began the launch of the organization's global status of now being in 123 countries and connecting more than 80,000 people around the world to all different cancer types. The mission of Imerman Angels is to provide comfort and understanding for all cancer fighters, survivors, previvors and caregivers through a personalized, one-on-one connection with someone who has been there.
For more information:
Website : https://imermanangels.org/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/ImermanAngels/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/imermanangels/
Twitter : https://twitter.com/ImermanAngels
LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/imerman-angels/
Virtual Community Events : https://imermanangels.org/upcoming-events/
To watch the videos Jackie mentioned scroll down this page: https://imermanangels.org/resources/
Feb 22, 2025 • 48min
Day 25_ Dr. Brooke Goldner on How to Thrive Even in the Face of Cancer @BrookeGoldnerMD
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https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1144514092?ean=9781570674242
GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK:
https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download
MY BEST SELLING WEIGHT LOSS BOOK:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S
Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
BROOKE GOLDNER, M.D.
MEDICAL DOCTOR | PLANT-BASED HEALER | AUTHOR
Dr. Goldner is a board certified medical doctor and the author of 3 best-selling books, Goodbye Lupus, Goodbye Autoimmune Disease, and Green Smoothie Recipes to Kick-Start Your Health & Healing. She has been featured on the front cover of Vegan Health & Fitness Magazine 3 times, including the recent cover of Fit Over Forty. She graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with honors for genetic research in leukemia and neurobiology, was a graduate of the Temple University School of Medicine, was Chief Resident at UCLA Harbor Residency, and holds a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University. She is the founder of Website: https://www.goodbyelupus.com/?s2-ssl=yes
I and creator of the Hyper-nourishing Protocol for Autoimmune Reversal.
Dr. Goldner's People Magazine Article:
https://people.com/woman-living-with-lupus-gets-unexpected-health-news-days-before-wedding-exclusive-real-life-love-8731791
Video on The Neuroscience of Creating A New Habit, Meeting Your Goals & Motivation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDbn4L0rPPc
She has been featured in multiple documentaries such as Eating You Alive, Whitewashed, and The Conspiracy Against Your Health, has been featured on tv news and the Home & Family Show, as well as many radio shows and podcasts, and is a highly sought after keynote speaker, who shares the stage regularly with Drs. Ornish, Esselstyn, Bernard Greger and T. Colin Campbell, to name a few.
She has been featured on the front cover of Vegan Health & Fitness Magazine 3 times, including the recent cover of Fit Over Forty. She is a regular contributor to T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies and she is featured in the Journal of Disease Reversal reversing lupus in herself, as well as multiple cases studies in reversing end stage lupus nephritis (kidney failure) with her hyper-nourishing nutrition protocol.
She is a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University with honors for genetic research in leukemia and neurobiology, was a graduate of the Temple University School of Medicine, was Chief Resident at UCLA-Harbor Residency, and is the sole autoimmune professor for the Plant-Based Nutrition Certification from Cornell University. She is a member of the Forbes Health Advisory Board,
the founder of GoodbyeLupus.com and creator of the Hyper-nourishing Protocol for Autoimmune Reversal.
Website & Social Media:
Website: https://www.goodbyelupus.com/?s2-ssl=yes
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodbyelupus/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrGoldner
Youtube: https://youtube.com/brookegoldnermd
TIK TOK @GoodbyeLupus
Clubhouse @GoodbyeLupus
Free Smoothie Recipes: https://smoothieshred.com/smoothie-recipes/.
Feb 22, 2025 • 1h 24min
Day 26_ Integrative Medicine Approaches for Living Well with Metastatic Cancer with Dr Michelle Loy
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Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
The science behind plant-predominant whole-food nutrition, joyful movement, and restorative sleep in enhancing quality of life and promoting recovery.
From Evidence to Wellness: Integrative Medicine Approaches for Living Well with Cancer
In this enlightening episode, Chef AJ welcomes Dr. Michelle Loy, MD, DipABOIM, DipABLM, DABMA, FAAP, a trailblazing physician in integrative and lifestyle medicine, to discuss how evidence-based, patient-centered, holistic approaches can enhance quality of life for those living with cancer. Dr. Loy delves into her innovative work and shares practical tips for incorporating nutrition, mind-body practices, and other integrative therapies into conventional state-of-the-art cancer care.
Dr. Loy is a board-certified physician in Integrative Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, Medical Acupuncture, and Pediatrics. She serves as an Assistant Professor at Weill Cornell Medicine/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, where she provides consultations addressing complex medical issues across all ages.
A Harvard graduate with an MD from Cornell, Dr. Loy completed her Integrative Medicine fellowship at Columbia University/Stamford Hospital and earned Medical Acupuncture certification from SUNY Downstate Medical Center and the American Board of Medical Acupuncture. Her dedication to advancing integrative health is reflected in her leadership roles with the AAP Section of Integrative Medicine, American Board of Integrative Medicine, and the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.
Insights into the evidence surrounding medical cannabis, culinary mushrooms, herbs, and botanicals for individuals facing cancer, including guidance on their appropriate use.
The dangers of cancer misinformation, emphasizing the importance of seeking trusted, credible, evidence-based information, and guidance on discerning reliable resources.
Complete list of published works at PubMed at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/michelle.loy.1/bibliography/public/
More About Dr. Loy:
Dr. Loy is a Lecturer for the Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate Program at Cornell University and serves on the medical advisory board of Plant Powered Metro New York. Her "Shop with the Doc" Culinary Medicine series and Virtual Shared Medical Appointments have been transformative for patients, offering innovative, evidence-based solutions for better health.
In her free time, Dr. Loy enjoys exploring farmer’s markets, cooking plant-forward meals for her husband and five children, and staying active through running and yoga.
Follow Dr. Michelle Loy:
Weill Cornell Profile: https://weillcornell.org/michelle-h-loy-md
Getting to Know Dr. Loy - Weill Cornell News: https://weillcornell.org/news/getting-to-know-michelle-loy-md-of-integrative-health-and-wellbeing
Doximity: https://www.doximity.com/pub/michelle-loy-md
Feb 22, 2025 • 1h 7min
Day 19_ From Having Cancer to Helping Cancer Patients Look & Feel Their Best @wigsryou7
You can find Jennifer and her caring staff at https://www.wigsryou.com/
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or
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1144514092?ean=9781570674242
GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK:
https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download
MY BEST SELLING WEIGHT LOSS BOOK:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S
Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
JENNIFER'S WORDS:
Wigs R You is my alternative hair shop in Roseville, California. The shop has been serving wig wearers in the community and beyond for 25 years. As its third owner, I’m delighted to help thousands of girls and women suffering from hair loss embrace their new identities. All of our staff at Wigs R You have been personally touched by hair loss. We know the emotional complexity of such a traumatizing experience. Wig wearing is a BIG deal! That’s why we’re the best equipped to guide you through your hair loss journey.
In late 2012, I was diagnosed with breast cancer and soon learned I’d need chemotherapy. I discovered something unique and special during my cancer journey – a beautiful wig shop that was more than just a wig shop. Wigs R You went above and beyond. They gave me the practical solution of hair replacement AND the emotional support one needs when facing hair loss. I quickly realized that I wanted to be a part of such a loving and caring community. I wanted to give back to the medical community in the same way I was cared for.
I took a leap of faith, decided not to go back to my previous line of work, and started working at the boutique in late 2013. Wigs R You is unlike any other wig shop in our area because we cater to the medical side of hair loss. We pride ourselves in whole client support. Our goal is to make sure you walk out of our shop with a beautiful hair piece AND feeling emotionally supported. This type of support isn’t typical for a wig shop. We’re determined to stand apart and be known for our love and compassion in the way we serve our clients.
You can find Jennifer and her caring staff at https://www.wigsryou.com/
wigs R You YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCeyPlMflVIEXguuML2SE7Nw
On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wigsryou/
On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wigsryou
Link to "Let's Talk F*ng Cancer"
Part 1 https://open.spotify.com/episode/45W4uwWMH0rzBo8BjoEx4k?si=77aa3daee6024e63
Part 2
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5R3CsAovW5MRc0b7CQS8JS?si=5fa474882c9a4f77
(Same Podcast) Tips & Tricks: Wigs:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/38lGJG1H25bhIYQBIZnpLn?si=cfb86570c6b44a15
Link to YouTube with "Wellness Within" Conquering Hairloss Due to Cancer Treatment
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1623103/episodes/7361578
Podcast with "Wellness Within" Beautiful Ways to Conquer Hairloss" Showing wigs, wraps, accessories
https://youtu.be/o0QJJj5g4oU?si=C-1xpG_gto4_7EO6
Health at LAST support group on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1264442601367524/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT
Feb 15, 2025 • 1h 20min
Day 15 Chris Wark Beat Cancer 21 Years Ago & Now Helps Others Do It
Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
Chris Wark is a long-term cancer survivor, patient advocate and bestselling author. Chris was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2003, at just 26 years old. After surgery, Chris made the decision to go against his doctor’s advice, opted-out of chemotherapy and chose to use nutrition and natural therapies to heal. Six years after his diagnosis, in 2010, Chris began sharing his story of faith, courage, and determination, and his message of hope that chronic diseases like cancer can be prevented and reversed with a radical transformation of diet and lifestyle.
In the last decade, Chris has become one of the most well-known cancer survivors on the planet and reaches millions of people per year as a blogger, podcaster, speaker and global health coach through his books, social media and his website https://www.chrisbeatcancer.com/
Chris is the author of the national bestseller Chris Beat Cancer: A Comprehensive Plan for Healing Naturally, published by Hay House in 2018.
His second book, Beat Cancer Daily: 365 Days of Inspiration, Encouragement, and Action Steps to Survive and Thrive, was published by Hay House in 2020.
His third book, Beat Cancer Kitchen: Deliciously Simple Plant-Based Anticancer Recipes was published by Hay House on November 16th, 2021.
Chris is also creator of the SQUARE ONE Cancer Coaching Program, which has been shared with over 1 million people globally since 2017. https://sq1.chrisbeatcancer.com/own2
You can connect with him here:
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/chrisbeatcancer
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/chrisbeatcancer/
YouTube – www.youtube.com/chrisbeatcancer
Feb 14, 2025 • 1h 8min
Day 14 Decreasing Risk Of Cancer Recurrence & Improving Health With Dr Amber Orman
Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
Amber Orman, MD, DipABLM is a double board-certified radiation oncologist and lifestyle medicine specialist focusing on breast cancer treatment and prevention, providing holistic care that encompasses mind and body. She joined AdventHealth from Moffitt Cancer Center and the University of South Florida Morsani School of Medicine in Tampa, where she served as staff and medical faculty, respectively. She is the first ever Chief Wellness Office (CWO) of AdventHealth Medical Group, working to improve the well-being of her colleagues. She is also the co-founder of the HEAL (Healthy Eating and Active Lifestyle) program at AdventHealth in Orlando, Florida. HEAL is an 8-week lifestyle medicine program designed to educate and inspire cancer patients to make positive changes to decrease cancer recurrence and improve overall healthspan. She collaborates with the American College of Lifestyle Medicine as a member of the Health Systems Council and was a past Chair of the Cancer Member Interest Group. She is the Medical Director of AdventHealth Lifestyle Ventures as well as an Assistant Professor at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine. Her research interests include integrative therapies and their applications to cancer prevention, treatment and survivorship, with a strong emphasis on nutrition.
Feb 13, 2025 • 39min
Day 13 Thriving Beyond Adversity With Ocean Robbins
Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
Ocean Robbins is co-founder & CEO of the million-member Food Revolution Network. He is author of the bestsellers, 31-Day Food Revolution, Real Superfoods, and his latest, Powered By Plants. Ocean founded Youth for Environmental Sanity (YES!) at age 16, and directed it for the next 20 years. He has spoken in person to more than 250,000 people, organized online seminars and events reaching more than a million, and facilitated leadership development events for leaders from 65 nations. He has served as adjunct professor for Chapman University, and is a recipient of the national Jefferson Award for Outstanding Public Service, the Freedom’s Flame Award, the Harmon Wilkinson Award, and many other honors. His TEDx talk, Eating Our Way To Happiness, has been seen by more than a million people.
Feb 12, 2025 • 56min
Day 12 Finding Resilience And Discovering Possibility When Facing A Cancer Diagnosis
Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
To Get Cheryl's Book;
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0190636165?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzchefajsh-20&creativeASIN=0190636165&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin
Cheryl Krauter,MFT an Existential Humanistic psychotherapist with 45 years of experience in the field of depth psychology and human consciousness. With her background in theater arts, working with performing artists, visual artists and creative people has inspired her. Her diagnosis of Triple Negative Breast Cancer in 2007 brought her into the world of psycho-oncology when she was asked to serve as a psychological consultant on a hospital survivorship plan task force. Committed to serving the community, she is a former board member of the Women’s Cancer Resource Center in Oakland, California. She works with people who have been diagnosed with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses, their partners, family members, and caregivers from diagnosis to end of life care. She has published two books: Surviving the Storm: A Workbook for Telling Your Cancer Story (Oxford University Press 2017) and Psychosocial Care of Cancer Survivors: A Clinician’s Guide and Workbook for Providing Wholehearted Care (Oxford University Press 2018). Her book Odyssey of Ashes: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Letting Go, She Writes Press, was released in July 2021. Her piece With This Ring is published in Loss and Grief: Personal Stories of Doctors and Other Healthcare Professionals (Oxford University Press 2022).
Cheryl has been a member of the American Psychosocial Oncology Society (APOS)and the International Psychosocial Oncology Society (IPOS) since 2014. She has served as the Director of Communications for the American Psychosocial Oncology Society since 2023 and was honored to receive the APOS Distinguished Public Service Award in 2022.
Cheryl has given workshops and classes at The Women’s Cancer Resource Center (Oakland, CA), The Cancer Support Community (Walnut Creek and Los Angeles, CA), University of California, Berkeley, University of California, San Francisco Cancer Center, The American Psychosocial Oncology Society, San Francisco State University, Casting for Recovery, Swedish Cancer Center (Seattle WA), Northern California Group Psychotherapy Society, Alta Bates Hospital (Berkeley, CA)
You may find resources, podcasts, interviews, articles, webinars on her website.
www.cherylkrauter.com
Surviving the Storm: Finding Resilience and Discovering Possibility When Facing a Cancer Diagnosis
“It only takes a few seconds to receive the news that you have been diagnosed with cancer. Yet, from that point on your world has been changed forever. You enter a vast terrain of uncertainty, isolation and insecurity when you finish treatment for cancer. What is it like to face daily life now that you are finished with treatment? Fear of recurrence, anxiety and depression related to uncertainty, along with loss and financial difficulties, as well as concerns around sexuality are all a part of this new territory. You may feel alone and distressed. You have all the knowledge within you to understand and create your own healing but sometimes you need guidance to help you find where you are and support you in discovering where you want to go.”
Excerpt from Surviving the Storm: A Workbook for Telling Your Cancer Story by Cheryl Krauter, MFT
Let’s build a conversation on how those who have been diagnosed with cancer can find ways to thrive and engage meaningfully in their lives as they navigate their diagnosis.


