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#11 Coaching Beyond the Diagnosis: The Seven Essentials to Healing with DeAnn Richter, RN | The Cancer Doctor Podcast

In episode #11 of The Cancer Doctor Podcast, host Robert Carrillo welcomes DeAnn Richter—Registered Nurse and breast cancer coach with the renowned Breast Cancer Conqueror organization. From the trauma floor of a Level 1 hospital to coaching women through one of the most challenging journeys of their lives, DeAnn’s path is anything but conventional. In this episode, she shares the powerful story behind her shift into holistic cancer coaching, introduces the “Seven Essentials System,” and explains how true healing often begins where fear ends.

ℹ️ About This Episode

When a patient is diagnosed with cancer, the medical world often hands them a treatment plan. But what if what they really need is a healing plan? In this episode of The Cancer Doctor Podcast, DeAnn Richter, RN, sheds light on the power of holistic cancer coaching—addressing not just the physical body, but the mind, emotions, and environment as well. Through the lens of the “Seven Essentials System,” DeAnn explains why understanding your diagnosis, reducing toxic burden, managing stress, and nourishing your soul are just as important as traditional treatments. You’ll discover how coaching fills the gap in modern cancer care and why healing is a journey that requires more than medicine.

⏰ Timestamps

[00:00:29] From trauma nurse to cancer coach
[00:05:09] Why every cancer patient needs a coach
[00:07:34] The healing power of calm: understanding parasympathetic mode
[00:10:54] How to choose the right cancer coach
[00:14:38] Coaching beyond breast cancer: who it’s really for
[00:15:03] Measuring progress on the healing journey
[00:17:07] Never fear cancer again
[00:19:53] The 7 Essentials System explained
[00:21:04] Let food be your medicine
[00:22:01] Reduce your toxic exposure
[00:23:09] Balance your energy and your hormones
[00:24:25] Heal your emotional wounds
[00:25:21] What your mouth says about your cancer risk
[00:26:00] Herbs, supplements, and what really helps
[00:27:01] How to monitor your healing and catch cancer early
[00:28:41] Can this work with chemo and radiation?
[00:30:13] Fasting before chemo: what the research says
[00:33:42] Should you tell your doctor about your holistic care?
[00:36:31] What to say to a friend newly diagnosed with cancer

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📺 Episode Info

Podcast Name: The Cancer Doctor Podcast
Episode & Title Number: Season 1 Episode 11
Date: Recorded on March 6th, 2025

🏷️ Episode Tags

DeAnn Richter, RN, Cancer Doctor, CancerDoctor.com, cancerdoctor.com, Breast Cancer Coaching, Seven Essentials System, Holistic Health, Integrative Oncology, Breast Cancer Conqueror, Faith and Medicine, Natural Healing, Cancer Support, Trauma Nurse, Functional Medicine, Toxic Exposure, Stress Management, Parasympathetic Nervous System, Nutritional Therapy, Biological Dentistry, Fasting and Chemotherapy, Cancer Prevention, Patient Advocacy, Dr. Veronique Desaulniers, ProLon, Dr. Nasha Winters

Disclaimer

The information presented in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.