About Me

In 2025, I founded the Thrive-Together-Network to empower individuals navigating new and challenging medical diagnoses, along with the loved ones who support them. Through workshops and community-based health transformation coaching, I am dedicated to helping those motivated to thrive achieve their fullest potential.

My journey began as a driven educational leader, but life took an unexpected turn when my career was suddenly disrupted. I faced immense grief, and my old survival strategies ceased to work. My body bore the brunt of it all, manifesting severe, complex symptoms, including daily seizures lasting up to 30 minutes and multiple episodes each day. In February 2021, after being admitted to a seizure investigation unit, I received a diagnosis of Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). This clarity marked a pivotal turning point in my life.

Embracing this new understanding, I sought help and prioritized my health, working diligently on emotional, physical, spiritual, and relational aspects of my life. I realized that I am worthy of support and began speaking transparently about my whole-person health, embracing compassion for my imperfections. Each day varies—some smooth, some challenging—but I now live joyfully with gratitude, minimal functional symptoms, and a renewed career that I love.

If you’re ready to choose vitality, know that you don't have to embark on this journey alone. Thrive with unwavering support, step by step. Connect with me at jocelynbystrom.com and Thrive-Together-Network.com.

Thrive-Together-Network:


Welcome to the Thrive-Together-Network, where your journey to health and well-being finds a supportive community. Imagine a space where individuals facing medical challenges come together, not just to share their stories, but to empower each other towards thriving. Here, you’re not alone—you’re part of a network that understands the unique path you’re on.

Our community is designed to be a sanctuary of support tailored to your needs. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been navigating your health journey for a while, Thrive-Together-Network provides the tools and connections to help you flourish. We believe in accessibility, ensuring that everyone can benefit from our offerings without financial barriers.

As a special bonus, when you join, you’ll get access to our exclusive “Thrive-Through-Challenges: Practical DBT Skills Resource Guide, designed for individuals motivated to thrive.

Join us and discover a place where your story is valued, your challenges are understood, and your victories are celebrated. Engage in meaningful discussions, connect with others who share similar experiences, and access resources that can make a real difference in your life.

Ready to take the next step? Start your journey with Thrive-Together-Network today and register for one of the 12-week, small cohort workshops today. Together, we can turn challenges into triumphs and thrive beyond expectations. Let’s do this!

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"Being in this group, my motivation was to inspire others. We had built a trusting relationship, and I felt safe with this group of people and wanted to continue sharing with them and hearing their writing as well. Very early on, Jocelyn helped by troubleshooting a problem for me, so I feel safe and supported with her."

Dayna
Participant, Discharge the Tough Stuff & Thrive. 2025-26.
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"From Jocelyn, I learned the self-compassion that I am a writer. I was also looking to find community with other people who understood the intricacies of living with multiple chronic health conditions. I really appreciated how you fostered a safe space for me to practice getting out of my comfort zone and to be vulnerable. The results, yeah. I'm more open wanting to share, because there is a piece of being witnessed. With your writing group, it just helped lessen the feelings of isolation, through my sharing and hearing, like listening to other people's shares. I could also see parts of my experiences reflected through their results."

Steph
Participant, Discharge the Tough Stuff & Thrive. 2025-26
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"You are honored wherever you are in your process, and you can be assured that the facilitator will provide a safe, supported, judgment-free space for you and anyone else in the group."

Diane
Participant, Discharge the Tough Stuff & Thrive, 2025-26.
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