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Illness Identity, Empowerment & Grey Space: The Language of Healing in Healthcare

Aug 13, 2025 · 21m

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In this episode with Claudia Cometa, she and Dr. Rhiannon Winsor explore the emotional and psychological side of healthcare communication , focusing on illness identity, gr ey space, and how language can either empower or disempower. Claudia shares how to reframe chronic illness, promote patient resilience, and build trust using trauma-informed communication strategies. Ideal for clinicians, health center teams, and anyone working in value-based primary care, this conversation is a guide to healing beyond prescriptions. Connect with Claudia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudia-cometa-pharmd/ Linked to Avanti Health Consultants: https://www.consultavanti.com/ Buy her book,…