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"Jocelyn is an incredible writing instructor and group facilitator. Her work reflects a deep passion and love for storytelling, community-building, and holding space for people’s voices to be heard. She creates an environment that feels safe, inspiring, and deeply respectful. Jocelyn balances structure and freedom beautifully, offering thoughtful guidance while also making room for spontaneity, laughter, and emotional honesty. Her presence is warm, grounded, and generous, and the impact she has on those she works with is lasting."

Monique
Monique
BCBHP, Volunteer
15-06-2025

"Jocelyn, what a great first day for you and Thrive! I hope you are extremely proud. I wasn't able to formulate thoughts well today...but please know that I am thrilled to have a space to learn. Blessings to you for creating this platform for sharing and learning. At this point I don't have any questions. I feel you have explained the foundation of this community well." Thank you, so much Sherri for your generous words of affirmation for what we're building together here at Thrive Together Network. In gratitude, Jocelyn 🙏

Sherri
Sherri
New Member, Thrive Together Networkk
11-08-2025

“The voices of people with FND have long been silent. Jocelyn Bystrom’s account of experiencing seizures and movement disorder as part of the condition will resonate with other who experienced diagnostic delay and disbelief from others. Her story also gives hope to those wondering if improvement from FND is possible and reminds us that there are many different paths to change.” – Jon Stone, Professor of Neurology, University of Edinburgh, UK, Secretary of the FND Society, www.neurosymptoms.org

Jon Stone,
Jon Stone,
Professor of Neurology, University of Edinburgh, UK, Secretary of the FND Society, www.neurosymptoms.org
18-10-2023

“Finding Hope is a fantastic read. Like any skilled guide, Jocelyn Bystrom expertly brings us along to experience the ups and downs of what it is like to live with a condition that transcends the perceived space between mental and physical health. This experience can be incredibly isolating and invalidating for individuals trying to navigate their own lives, as well as medical systems that are better set up for more overly simplified origins of illness. Finding Hope advances this discussion, and it should bring hope to those who find themselves in similar circumstances.” Dr. JJ. Sidhu Psychiatry, (SIU)Vancouver General Hospital

JJ. Sidhu
JJ. Sidhu
EntrepreneurPsychiatry, (SIU)Vancouver General Hospital
18-10-2023