Erika K. Wolf

Starting cancer treatment is a scary step. So scary, in fact, that some people choose not to do it. The unknowns are overwhelming, and the future is uncertain at best. The words “chemo,” “radiation,” and “mastectomy” strike fear in our hearts. But there doesn’t need to be an either-or proposition when it comes to treating cancer.

Eight years ago, at the age of 43, Erika overcame HER2+ stage III locally advanced invasive ductal carcinoma – aka breast cancer. Her 18 months of treatment included neoadjuvant chemotherapy, bilateral mastectomy, radiation therapy, and breast reconstruction. Once treatment began, she became painfully aware that she needed complementary therapies to keep herself healthy enough to endure the rigors of her strong regimen and maintain a positive mindset. Unfortunately, much of the American oncology community does not widely support the idea of holistic healing. Therefore, it is her passion to share this information with as many people as possible – most importantly physicians, nurses, and other caregivers who might grasp their efficacy and become advocates for their inclusion as a regular part of oncology care and recovery.