Lisa Dorval 978-270-2803 dorvalhall@gmail.com I feel particularly honored to share my practice with people affected by cancer. My commitment to this work has been cultivated from caring for my mother and friends whose lives have been touched by cancer, as well as my desire to share mindfulness for the purpose of alleviating suffering and enhancing comfort.
Carol Gamble, MS, RYT-500, C-IAYT Graceful Path Yoga Newburyport, MA 01950 978-518-9527 gracefulpathyoga.com carol@gracefulpathyoga.com Having worked as a clinical director in hospital organizations for over 30 years, I have witnessed the pain and suffering of patients diagnosed with cancer, and the stress endured by them and their families as they try to cope with devastating symptoms and side effects of their disease and treatments. I became certified as a yoga therapist so that I am able help them by safely and meaningfully adapting the practices of yoga, meditation and relaxation to the individual needs of cancer patients on their survivorship journey.
Sally Palmer Revive Mindfulness 182 High Street Topsfield, MA 01963 978-500-7266 revivemindfulness.com revivemindfulness@gmail.com I have personally experienced cancer affecting the lives of family members and friends. I wish to support the community with compassionate caregiving with mindful awareness.
MEDITATION AND MINDFULNESS Relaxation techniques elicit the relaxation response which medical studies have shown helps reduce distress, manage stress and promote healing. Benefits of relaxation techniques include relief for depression, anxiety, reduction of pain and improved sleep.
