Wellness Rising

On this episode of Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis, Dr. Laryssa Creswell of Inspired Therapeutic Solutions tells us how EMDR therapy... Eye-Movement, Desensitization & Reprocessing… uses visual cues, sound & physical tapping to help deal with past traumas.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Lydia Umlandt, Concierge Services Lead at Maryland Proton Treatment Center. Lydia tells how cancer patients getting  proton radiation treatment are given all the practical support - from scheduling to lodging to transport - to help make their course of treatment successful.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Doctor of Acupuncture Alexis Borowski. Alexis tells us how using acupuncture, acupressure points and herbal treatments can help with symptoms that accompany cancer.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Holistic Healing & Wellness Coach Robbie Wells. Robbie, also a Wellness House Volunteer, talks about the Ayurvedic approach and techniques she uses to help people achieve fuller health, and deal with the pain and stress of dealing with cancer.  

Wellness Rising welcomes Therapist, Wellness House Volunteer and cancer survivor Emma Rogers. Emma helps us understand the role of a death doula, which she became after her battle with stage 3 colon cancer at age 30.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Craniosacral Therapist Lisa Manning, who talks about the approach and techniques she uses to help people deal with the pain and stress of cancer.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Licensed Social Worker and Wellness House Volunteer Sarah Weatherwax. Sarah discusses how she works with couples maintaining intimacy despite a cancer diagnosis.

Wellness Rising welcomes Barbara Nehms, a Massage Therapist and longtime volunteer at the Wellness House of Annapolis. Barbara talks about the variety of benefits people with cancer gain through receiving massage therapy.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Naturopathic Doctor Marisa Catapano, who talks about serving the comprehensive wellness of her patients by gauging their physical, mental and emotional states, and addressing conditions through a holistic approach.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Nurse and Medical Intuitive Healer Nikki Spears. Nikki talks about being a Medium, and developing connections with expert healers from the spiritual world to help people facing illnesses in our world. 

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Professor Thomas Seyfried of Boston College. He discusses his research into alternative methods of treating cancer by controlling diet... which shows potential for managing cancer as we would other diseases and conditions.

Wellness Rising features Wellness House of Annapolis Program & Communications Director Terri Fevang, who talks about a new program that explores the connections between music & healing.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Tomek Wyczesany, Ph.D., who talks about his journey from the world of biological science academia into the realm of personal growth and mindfulness coaching, with millions of meditation followers.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Christalene, a Henna Artist and Visonary Intuitive. She talks about using henna body art to help empower women battling cancer, and also about using her mediumship and visionary talents to bring positive messages from the light to those looking for insight.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Certified Life Coach and Reiki Master Julie Cassaday. Julie talks about coaching mindfulness and stress management, especially among family members and professionals involved in personal caregiving roles.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Brad Masters of the Mood Center in Annapolis, who talks about the ways ketamine therapy can be used to improve the health of people in physical, emotional and psychological pain.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Dr. Carol Tweed of Maryland Oncology Hematology & Dr. Liz Nichols from Maryland Proton Treatment Center. They discuss working together to bring the best coordinated personal care with systemic & radiation treatments to fight cancer.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Equine Gestalt Coach Emma Rogers. She talks about the special ability of horses to help with individual and group therapy and coaching... even with issues like cancer.

Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Rev. John Crestwell, Minister at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Annapolis… who talks about his cancer journey, sprituality, and why he's invested in facilitating the Prayer Circle group at the Wellness House.

Wellness Rising from Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Cancer Warrior Tunde Farrell, who's on a mission to break down the stigma attached to anal cancer using directness and humor.  Wellness Rising aims to provide strength and support for those touched by cancer... exploring topics that promise to enlighten, inform, educate, and inspire you to wholly embrace your personal wellness journey.

Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes triage nurse Liz Hutchison, Quality Manager and Project Coordinator at Maryland Oncology Hematology, who talks about ‘National Healthcare Decisions Day‘, promoting establishing an individual's ‘advance directives', or guidelines for treatment, in the case of an injury or illness leaving that person unable to make care decisions.

Dr. Matthew Ferris, Associate Professor of Radiation Oncology at the University of Maryland Medical school is our guest. Dr. Ferris talks about Proton Therapy, which treats many cancers with a stream of protons in a controllable dose that limits radiation exposure to surrounding parts of the body, and as a result lowers the overall damage and improves future outcomes. 

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis revisits some great interviews with physicians and experts from Maryland Oncology Hematology, and picks out some wonderful highlights to share with you.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Integrative nutrition health coach Courtney Capece from Committed Change Health & Wellness. Courtney brings food strategies and integrative health practices for those with cancer and the broader community.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Registered Nurse Terry Levitan, co-owner of the Annapolis Crystals shop. Terry talks about the use of various types of crystals to support health issues like cancer, as well as emotional health and life goals.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Dr. Sarah McAvoy, Associate Professor of Radiation Oncology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She talks about how the use of Proton Radiation Therapy allows a more targeted treatment of a section of cancerous tissue, which reduces the risk of radiation damage to the surrounding tissue and organs.

Wellness Rising from the Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Eden Davis, a Registered Dietitian / Nutritionist from Pearl Wellness in Annapolis. She talks about the signs of eating disorders, how they might present in cancer patients, and how they're treated.

Wellness Rising from Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Occupational Therapist Kamala Stevenson from NovaCare and ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation. She helps patients regain essential functions and achieve physical goals during a cancer treatment journey.

 Wellness Rising from Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Naturopathic Dr. Erin Kinney, who says she feels more like a teacher than a doctor at times… and that her patients become more knowledgeable about their bodies, allowing them to find paths toward natural healing.

Child Life Specialist Meghan Siegel, who is Children's Program Consultant at the Wellness House of Annapolis, brings her special professional perspective to a difficult situation: when a parent with cancer must communicate with their children about their illness. 

Wellness Rising from Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Physical Therapist Erica Steuernagel, Program Director at ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation, who says a planned rehab and exercise regimen allows a cancer patient to both achieve their personal activity goals, and also have a greater chance of successful treatment.

Wellness Rising welcomes Dr. Benjamin Bridges, Maryland Oncology/Hematology, talking about the world of cancer research and treatment, and using supportive & alternative treatments to aid patients with cancer.

ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation's focused and integrated programs give cancer patients a way to choose physical therapy and exercise that fits their activities and goals. Physical Therapist & Program Director Patty Horning is our guest.

Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Courtney Capece from Committed Change Health & Wellness brings food strategies and intergrative health practices for those with cancer and the broader community.

Wellness Rising welcomes Wellness House of Annapolis volunteer & certified breath coach Gwenn Marie, who offers easily mastered breathing tools to reduce our daily stress & increase our well being.

Shane Hall of Compass Realty explains how he became aware of the Wellness House, and why he promotes and donates to support its work as a way of contributing to the Anne Arundel County community.

Triage nurse Liz Hutchison from Maryland Oncology Hematology talks about ‘National Healthcare Decisions Day‘, promoting establishing an individual's ‘advance directives', or guidelines for treatment, in the case of an injury or illness leaving them unable to make care decisions.

Dr. Niroshi Rajapakse from Luminous Health's Gilchrest Life Institute talks about the depth and breadth of elder care, with a spotlight on palliative care, hospice & the importance of creating end-of-life preferences and directives while you're still healthy and clear.

Wellness Rising welcomes Deb Dey, oncology social worker and Jackie Shanahan, oncology nurse navigator… both at Maryland Oncology Hematology… talking about dealing with cancer during the holidays.

Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Dee Schatz, Reiki Master & owner of Divine Energy, speaking about the ways that reiki can help anyone with energy & health.

Wellness Rising welcomes Megan Solinger, Director of Provider Relations & Patient Navigation with the Ulman Foundation, who talks about preserving fertility through cancer & cancer treatment.

Wellness Rising welcomes Christine Hunt, life wellness coach, certified EFT - Emotional Freedom Technique - and matrix re-imprinting practitioner.

Wellness Rising features the story of Amanda Wilkens & her family, which honors her memory by providing free child-oriented books about the cancer journey to hospitals & treatment centers. Guests: Rhona Hayes, Kara Barger, Alana Vanhorn, and Wellness House Oncology Social Worker Megan Cannone

Wellness Rising welcomes Liane Lewis, a mom & Wellness House member on her cancer journey & her new Wellness House discussion group called Healing in Color. 

Wellness Rising welcomes Dr. Katerina Tsiapali, Director, Capital Region Breast Program, Assoc. Professor of Surgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine on breast health and breast cancer.

Wellness Rising welcomes Dr. Kathy Parmele, ER physician & Institute of Functional Medicine certified practitioner, and Wellness House member Daniel Wellington on developing a natural plan to battle disease.

Wellness Rising welcomes Monique Willingham, a nurse practitioner and the founder of Remedy Green, on understanding Maryland's medical cannabis system.

Wellness Rising welcomes Wellness House of Annapolis' Counseling and Support Manager Janelle Swartz, and Certified Child Life Specialist Megan Siegel on counseling adults & kids going through a cancer situation.

Wellness Rising welcomes Tina Hinchman, certified personal trainer, health coach, and integrative nutritionist, on creating a wellness plan to help battle diseases like cancer.

Wellness Rising from Wellness House of Annapolis welcomes Luminis Health senior manager for physician relations, Mary Bello, on the importance of doctor/patient/facility communication.