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Professional Perk: Networking and Education Series

    People impacted by cancer do better and feel better with psychosocial support. As a professional in the field, you want the best outcome for those in your care. Research shows an increased survival rate and better quality of life for people impacted by cancer who receive psychosocial support. Join us to exchange thoughts, connect with fellow professionals from varied disciplines who also serve and support the oncology population, and learn about psychosocial topics from the experts at Wellness House.

    Dates and topics are below; scroll down to register for one or multiple days.

    Friday, August 8, 2025 | 8:45 – 10:00 a.m. | ONLINE
    Compassion Without Exhaustion: Cultivating Sustainable Empathy in Oncology Care
    Rev. Sonja Williams, PhD, Director of Cancer Health Equity, Wellness House

    Oncology professionals are regularly exposed to patient suffering, systemic stressors, and the emotional toll of life-limiting illness. This training explores how to offer deep, compassionate care without becoming overwhelmed or emotionally depleted. Through a blend of neuroscience, chaplaincy-informed practices, and practical tools for everyday use, participants will learn to recognize empathic distress, restore inner resilience, and cultivate a mindful presence. Designed for healthcare providers, chaplains, and social workers, this session offers a supportive and inclusive space to foster sustainable empathy and professional longevity.

    Friday, September 12 | 8:45 – 10:00 a.m. | ONLINE
    Regulate & Reframe: Somatic and Mind-Body Tools for Trauma-Informed Oncology Care
    Casey Pantazopoulos, Exercise & Stress Management Coordinator, Wellness House
    This session will explore how nervous system dysregulation shows up in both patients and providers, and how we can use somatic practices (like breath, posture, and tone) alongside language reframing techniques informed by neuro-linguistic processing (NLP) to co-regulate, build safety, and support healing.

    Friday, October 10 | 8:45 – 10:00 a.m. | ONLINE
    Supporting the LGBTQ+ Community
    Stephanie Rehor, LCSW, Oncology Support & Family Counselor, Wellness House