Life Beyond Diagnosis

You survived the diagnosis. Now you are trying to survive the fear.

The sleepless nights. The anxiety that will not switch off. The exhaustion of holding yourself together while everything feels uncertain. You do not have to carry this alone and you do not have to keep living this way.
Ready to feel calm again after your diagnosis?

Board-Certified Resilience Coach

33 Years of Nursing Experience

Personally Lived Through Diagnosis

Nationwide — Virtual and Denver In-Person

WHO I HELP

This may be right for you if:

You are living with cancer, chronic illness, or autoimmune disease and fear has taken over.

You are exhausted, anxious, and struggling to sleep or think clearly.

You are managing appointments, symptoms, and change all at once.

You want support that sees your whole life, not just your diagnosis.

You are ready to stop surviving and start living again.

WHAT DOES A RESILIENCE COACH DO

A resilience coach supports the whole person body, mind, emotions, habits, and daily life. Using 33 years of clinical experience and her own journey through cancer and chronic illness, Jeanie helps you calm your nervous system, quiet fear-based thinking, build healthier routines, and move forward with real confidence. This works alongside your medical team it never replaces it.

YOU DO NOT HAVE TO NAVIGATE THIS ALONE

A diagnosis changes far more than your health. It can shake your sleep, your confidence, your relationships, and your sense of who you are. Jeanie offers compassionate, personalised support to help you find your footing again one step at a time.

HOW I HELP

Feeling calmer and clearer

One-on-one sessions tailored to your unique story. Whether you're navigating anxiety, burnout, grief, or simply feeling stuck — we work together at your pace.

Nervous System Reset

Learn how stress affects the body and practise simple tools to improve sleep, reduce anxiety, and feel more grounded in daily life.

Nervous System Rewire

Notice the thoughts that keep you stuck, quiet the inner critic, and build a calmer, more supportive way of thinking.

Nervous System Rebuild

Build realistic habits for energy, sleep, and movement that fit your real life without adding more pressure.

Nervous System Rise

A diagnosis can make you doubt everything. Coaching helps you rebuild self-trust, reconnect with your body, and feel empowered again.

MEET JEANIE

Hi, I’m Jeanie Brookbanks-Smith a Resilience Coach, registered nurse with 33 years of experience, mother of three, and lifelong athlete.

I have also been the patient. After facing Budd-Chiari syndrome, Polycythemia Vera, and multiple autoimmune conditions, I know firsthand how a diagnosis can reach into every part of your life. I built this work because I needed it and because every woman I have supported has needed it too.

How Resilience Coaching Supports Life After Diagnosis

What Makes This Different

Jeanie brings something most coaches cannot 33 years of clinical nursing and a personal journey through the same fear her clients face. That combination means you receive support that is both deeply knowledgeable and genuinely human. With nurse-led support, I help you reduce stress, build healthier habits, prepare for appointments, and feel more confident advocating for your needs.

Resilience coaching rooted in 33 years of clinical nursing
Someone who has personally lived through cancer and chronic illness
Tools to calm the nervous system and quiet fear-based thinking
Support that works alongside your medical team, never instead of it

Client stories

Real Words From People I Have Supported

Nurse Jeanie helped me navigate the challenges of chronic cancer pain with practical mindfulness and stress-reduction techniques. She is a great listener who asks thoughtful questions, helping me see my situation from a more positive perspective. She also recommended exercises tailored to my needs, always encouraging me to check with my doctor first. Her holistic approach to both mental and physical well-being helped me improve my outlook and quality of life.

Working with Jeanie was a very positive experience. She has a calm, reassuring presence and a unique ability to help me feel grounded and focused on the present moment. I always left our sessions feeling more at ease. She was thoughtful, nonjudgmental, and genuinely welcoming, consistently providing support that exceeded my expectations.

Working with Jeanie has been incredibly valuable. After an injury changed many aspects of my life, she provided a supportive space where I felt heard, understood, and encouraged. Her knowledge, experience, and practical guidance helped me navigate unfamiliar challenges and make confident decisions about moving forward. Through our sessions, I developed healthier habits, a more balanced outlook, and greater confidence in managing my situation. Jeanie’s thoughtful coaching and genuine care made a meaningful difference, and I am grateful for the support she has provided.

I began working with Jeanie during a difficult period when I was experiencing symptoms of depression. Through our sessions, I learned practical mindfulness techniques that helped me stay calm and better manage challenging moments. I appreciated her unique coaching approach, which offered a fresh perspective and helped me build greater confidence and independence. The experience also gave me a better understanding of my strengths and a more positive outlook. I would recommend Jeanie to anyone looking for guidance, support, and clarity as they navigate life's challenges.

Working with Jeanie was a truly transformative experience. When I began coaching, fear was holding me back from pursuing my career goals. Jeanie helped me identify those fears, work through them, and build the confidence to move forward. With her encouragement and support. Her coaching helped me recognize my strengths and develop a mindset that empowered me to take action and create positive change in my life.

“She was considerate, nonjudgmental, and always so welcoming.”

Working with Jeanie has been overwhelmingly pleasant. She has such a calming tone and helped bring me back into the present moment. I never left a session feeling stressed.

Coaching Client

“I felt heard, supported, and truly cared for.”

Before working with Jeanie, I was emotionally drained, struggling with indecision, and feeling disconnected from my routine. In just five sessions, her curiosity and thoughtful questions helped me gain new insights and feel more confident again.

Shaneza

“It has been a transformative experience.”

With Jeanie's guidance, I gained a deeper understanding of my needs physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I feel more confident, energized, and in control than ever before.

Serin Baggs

Ways to Work Together

Support Designed Around Your Needs

Free Discovery Call Body

We talk about what you are going through, what support you need, and whether coaching feels right no pressure, no commitment.

Personalised Coaching Body

Every session is built entirely around your goals, your stress, your routines, and your next step.

Resilience-Led Support Body

Compassionate guidance from a coach who understands health challenges both professionally and personally.

Flexible Packages Body

After your discovery call, we choose the level of support that fits your life short-term or longer-term

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is this therapy?

No. This is resilience coaching not therapy or medical treatment. It focuses on your fear, mindset, routines, and self-advocacy so you can move forward with more calm and confidence.

What does a nurse coach do?

Resilience coaching supports the whole person body, mind, emotions, habits, and daily life. Jeanie uses 33 years of nursing experience and her own health journey to help you calm your nervous system, change fear-based thinking, build healthier routines, and feel more confident managing life after diagnosis. It works alongside your healthcare team, never replacing it.

Do you work virtually?

Yes. Virtual nurse-led coaching is available across the United States. I also do in-person sessions in the Denver area.

Who is this for?

This is for adults living with chronic illness, autoimmune disease, cancer, or serious health challenges who want support with stress, mindset, routines, self-advocacy, and moving forward after diagnosis.

What happens during a session?

We talk about what you are experiencing, identify what is keeping you stuck, and create practical tools and next steps you can use in daily life.

Do you replace my doctor or healthcare team?

No. Coaching does not replace your medical care. My role is to support you with education, self-advocacy, stress reduction, mindset tools, and practical next steps.

Read My Story

I speak not only as a coach, but as someone who has personally lived through chronic illness, autoimmune disease, and a rare blood cancer. I know how a diagnosis can shake your body, your mind, and your sense of who you are. That lived experience, combined with 33 years of nursing, is what makes this work so personal and so effective.