Integrative Health Program Patient Stories
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Medulloblastoma and Integrative Oncology: Kellan’s Story
![Kellan Kellan](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/medulloblastoma-patient-kellan-16x9.jpg?itok=FDa6__hF)
During Kellan’s treatment for an aggressive brain cancer, he was having a session with CHOP yoga therapist Tonia Kulp, MS, C-IAYT. She explained what a mantra was, and how he could use one in tough times to center himself. Kellan picked a card that said: Today I choose happiness.
Yoga for Cancer Coping: Angel’s Story
![Angel Angel](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/integrative-onco-patient-angel-16x9.jpg?itok=vsGMS7SA)
When Angel’s leukemia relapsed, yoga and other Integrative Health practices were vital to keeping him calm through his aggressive treatment plan.
Food Intolerance: Oliver’s Story
![Oliver with care team Food allergy patient with care team](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/oliver-and-food-team-16x9.jpg?itok=xsVXW-w6)
No more skipping treats for Oliver, thanks to the Food Reactions Clinic at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).
Leukemia and Massage Therapy: Johanna’s Story
![Johanna Johanna](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/leukemia-patient-johanna-16x9.jpg?itok=8EnBbZjF)
Johanna, used integrative health techniques including massage therapy to relax during treatment for leukemia. Today, she’s in remission.
Undiagnosed Reflux and Immune Reactions: Leonardo’s Story
![Leonardo Leonardo](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/undiagnosed-reflux-immune-reactions-patient-leonardo-16x9.jpg?itok=wx3ghHlY)
The Integrative Health Program has helped Leonardo manage his mysterious illness with a gluten-free diet and holistic approach.
Using Meditation and Diet to Treat ADHD Symptoms: Anna’s Story
![Anna smiling in the grass Anna smiling in the grass](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/anna-adhd-patient-780x439.jpg?itok=59U68WH6)
Anna, 6, has been able to control her ADHD by changing her diet and embracing meditation instead of using medication to treat her symptoms.
Yoga for Cancer Coping: Lucas’ Story
![Lucas picking berries Lucas picking berries](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/lucas-leukemia-patient-picking-berries-780x439.jpg?itok=XcjayFOw)
As Lucas undergoes chemotherapy, he uses yoga to stay calm, offered as part of the Integrative Health Program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Yoga for Cancer Coping: Quinn’s Story
![Quinn participating in yoga therapy](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/quinn-cancer-patient-yoga-therapy-780x439.jpg?itok=3Nvtuu_J)
Yoga classes offered by the Integrative Health Program at CHOP helped Quinn and her family cope with her cancer diagnosis.