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Grace Quantock is a psychotherapeutic counsellor and author of Live and Well with Chronic Illness. Her journey into the mental health field was catalyzed by a deeply challenging experience with a psychiatrist after being diagnosed with PTSD following a car accident. Living with chronic health conditions and facing insensitive medical treatment, Grace became determined to create a more compassionate approach to supporting individuals with complex needs. Drawing from her own lived experiences, Grace has dedicated her career to offering transformative care through her therapeutic practice and innovative techniques. Her work is grounded in understanding the broader societal context and systemic issues that impact mental health, a perspective that shapes her unique "somatic complexity compassion therapy" approach. In addition to her therapeutic practice, Grace is the author of Living Well with Chronic Illness, which empowers readers to create personalized wellness roadmaps. Unlike traditional self-help books, her work emphasizes self-discovery and practical tools to find a unique path to wellness, devoid of unrealistic societal expectations. Grace integrates creative, therapeutic journaling as part of her work, providing clients with an accessible outlet for expression and self-reflection. Her passion for empowering others extends through workshops, writing, and community involvement, all aimed at transforming the conversation around chronic illness and mental health into one of compassion, resilience, and possibility.
