Episode 24

The Therapist’s Survivorship

with Harriet Cabelly

The Therapist’s Survivorship

What happens when the person guiding others through adversity suddenly faces her own? In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Harriet Cabelly. She’s a therapist, grief counselor, and author who found herself on the other side of the healing journey after being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Known for helping others rebuild after loss, Harriet opens up about what it was like to face cancer as someone trained to help others in their hardship. She shares tools that helped her through treatment, the surprising joys that showed up in the hardest moments, and the perspective she gained on living fully, especially when life feels uncertain.

Now in remission, she reflects on how her cancer journey changed the way she shows up in her work, her relationships, and in her own heart. We also explore how Harriet leaned into the power of positive thinking, helping her stay grounded, grateful, and open to the unexpected gifts along the way.

This conversation is full of wisdom, warmth, and gentle reminders that even in the most difficult seasons, there can still be humor, growth, and hope.

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Mentioned Resources:

CanCare- www.cancare.org

About the Guest:

Harriet Cabelly: A therapist, speaker, and author who specializes in grief and positive living. A non-Hodgkin lymphoma survivor, she helps others navigate life’s hardest moments with resilience, purpose, and hope.

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