24/11/2025
Something I have learned over the years is that conversations about cost can be incredibly sensitive, especially in the world of cancer. I understand why people can feel triggered. Many are unable to work, some are living on reduced income, and others are caring for a loved one while juggling fear, exhaustion, and uncertainty. When you are in that situation, anything that feels out of reach can stir up frustration or sadness, and I do understand that.
Recently, I have had comments such as,
“Oh what a surprise, you have to pay for it,”
and,
“Dont you think that people dealing with cancer have enough expenses. Not every cancer patient can afford to pay for extras that you say will help.”
I hear the pain behind those words. It tells me that people desperately want to feel better, to feel supported, to feel less lost, and to have options that bring them hope.
At the same time, I am a trained professional who has studied for many years, who continues to train in integrative oncology, and who works with complex medical cases daily. This work is my career, my livelihood, and my responsibility. Like doctors, nurses, dietitians, counsellors, oncologists, physios, and every other professional involved in cancer care, I also need to be paid for the expertise I provide and the duty of care I uphold.
I am always thinking about how support can be made more accessible, which is why from next year I will be offering new ways to work with me, starting from £15 per month, so that people with different needs and different budgets still have options.
Perhaps the question we need to ask is a compassionate one, for both sides:
How do we support people who desperately need help while also recognising the value and sustainability of the professionals who provide it?
I would genuinely appreciate hearing your thoughts, whether you are living with cancer, caring for someone with cancer, or simply part of this community.
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