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Cheryl Crow, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist who lives with Rheumatoid arthritis and runs a support group for others living with chronic illness. She also practices and applies Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into her own life and in her work.
In our chat, Cheryl shares about:
- Her diagnosis story and experience with medical gaslighting
- How she came to run a support group for people with rheumatoid arthritis and chronic illness
- The mental health journey of living–and thriving–with chronic illness even when you are still in discomfort after trying all the things in your toolbox
- And how acceptance is different from resignation
Cheryl Crow is a fierce advocate for meeting the full picture of patients’ needs beyond joint pain. After living with rheumatoid arthritis for over a decade and becoming an occupational therapist, Cheryl founded Arthritis Life with the mission of educating, empowering and supporting people with arthritis.
Cheryl is known for her entertaining yet educational videos featuring arthritis life hacks, product demonstrations, and insights into the psychosocial aspects of life with invisible chronic illness. She created and hosts the Arthritis Life Podcast and runs the online self-management course and support group Rheum to THRIVE, where she helps people adjust to their conditions and live full and meaningful lives.
Contact Cheryl:
- Arthritis Life website (program & podcast info here)
- Instagram @arthritis_life_cheryl
Also mentioned in this episode:
- Autoimmune disease
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- The Happiness Trap by Russ Harris
- Dr Steven C. Hayes
- Kristin Neff and self-compassion
- Dr John Gottman
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