Returning to work after cancer
Going back to work after cancer treatment, at a pace that works for you.
Treatment has ended, and everyone expects you to pick up where you left off. But going back to work can feel like a far bigger step than anyone around you realises. Coaching gives you calm, structured support to plan your return and rebuild your confidence.
Book your free sessionDoes this sound familiar?
- Fatigue that doesn't fit a nine-to-five day
- Brain fog, and worrying you won't keep up
- Not knowing what to tell your manager or colleagues
- Feeling like a different person from the one who left
- Fear of recurrence sitting in the background of every meeting
I'm a cancer-informed health coach and cancer survivor. I know how it feels to walk back into a world that kept moving while you were away.
How coaching helps
What we work on together
A return plan that fits you
We work out a realistic pace together, so you can talk to your employer about hours, duties and timing with a clear idea of what you need.
Energy you can manage
Practical ways to pace your day, protect your sleep and eat to support your energy, so work doesn't take everything you have.
Confidence in the room
Prepare for the conversations that feel hardest, from your first meeting back to answering colleagues' questions.
Space to think about what's next
For some people the old job still fits. For others, cancer changes what matters. Coaching gives you room to work out which is true for you.
Return-to-work support is part of all three of my coaching programmes.
Common questions
Returning to work: your questions answered
When is the right time to go back to work after cancer treatment?
There's no single right time. It depends on your treatment, your energy, your job and your finances. Your medical team can advise on what's safe. Coaching helps you work out what feels manageable, and plan the steps to get there.
Is coaching the same as medical or occupational health advice?
No. I don't give medical advice or replace your oncology team, GP or occupational health. Coaching sits alongside them, helping you turn their advice into a plan that works in your everyday life.
Can coaching help with fatigue and brain fog at work?
Yes. We look at pacing, rest, sleep, food and how you structure your working day, and build small habits you can keep up. If something needs medical attention, I'll encourage you to speak to your doctor.
What are my rights at work after cancer?
In the UK, cancer is treated as a disability under the Equality Act 2010 from the day of diagnosis, so your employer must consider reasonable adjustments, such as a phased return or flexible hours. Macmillan has detailed guidance on work and cancer. Read Macmillan's guide
Do I have to be about to go back to work?
Not at all. Some clients come to me months before a return, some soon after, and some years later when work still doesn't feel right. We start from where you are now.
Are sessions online or in person?
Sessions are online, so you can join from anywhere in the UK. In-person sessions are possible in the London area.
Your time is now
Dip Your Toe In — A Free Coaching Session
A complimentary 40-minute session to talk about your return to work and whether coaching is right for you. No pressure, no obligation.
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